Armed robbery spree targets at least two Chicago liquor stores
Business owners believe the same crew might be behind several more robberies too. CBS 2's Tara Molina reports.
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Business owners believe the same crew might be behind several more robberies too. CBS 2's Tara Molina reports.
Armed robbers targeted at least two liquor stores in Chicago Tuesday night – and business owners believe the same crew might be involved in several other incidents. CBS 2's Tara Molina reports.
Activists based in Pilsen on the city's West Side and Greater Grand Crossing on the city's South Side stood together Friday – issuing a plea to put down the guns this Cinco de Mayo.
Community leaders in Pilsen issued a call to action ahead of the Cinco de Mayo weekend. They called for a 48-hour unity challenge – a message they’re spreading not only through a video on social media, but also to neighborhoods outside of their own. CBS 2's Marybel Gonzalez reports.
Mario Hernandez, gallery education coordinator with the National Museum of Mexican Art in Pilsen, explains the history behind Cinco de Mayo and the celebration of Mexican traditions and contributions in the U.S.
Such crimes are more than a nuisance. A slashed tire is an expensive problem to fix.
Such crimes are more than a nuisance. A slashed tire is an expensive problem to fix. CBS 2's Marybel Gonzalez reports.
Bittersweet Pastry Shop has satisfied the sweet tooth of many customers in Lakeview. Now, those sweet treats are available in Pilsen. Chef Katsuji Tanabe talks about the new location after nearly 40 years in business.
The victim was pronounced dead on the scene by fire officials.
Chicago police said around 4:17 a.m., officers responded to the 1600 block of South Loomis Street in Pilsen, where they found a man, 23, with stab wounds to the back, stomach, and shoulder.
The house where the fire started ended up collapsing.
One apartment house ended up collapsing, and the fire spread to two others on West 16th Street. CBS 2's Charlie De Mar reports.
Every week, more than 100 hypertensive Medicaid patients receive a box of fresh produce delivered to their home for free.
The tradition draws thousands to the neighborhood – delivering music, costumes, and props. But most importantly, the event draws hope.
Someone from the restaurant said two unknown offenders took a safe containing money and fled in an unknown direction.
Chicago police officers responded to the burglary just after 3:30 a.m. in the 1200 block of West 18th Street.
A total of 26 confirmed measles cases have been confirmed in the city of Chicago so far – with four this week. The new suburban cases – which stem from the Chicago outbreak – have been detected in Will County and Lake County. CBS 2's Tara Molina reports.
Time Out held up 18th Street's businesses, art galleries, bars, and restaurants.
Time Out Magazine held up 18th Street’s businesses, art galleries, bars, and restaurants.
The outbreak began as many migrants in city shelters face a Saturday deadline to move out of their shelter.
Social media turns up several posts over the last week and a half – reporting stretches of streets with several tires slashed in Pilsen and also Archer Heights-West Elsdon.
A man neighbors in Pilsen believe to be the culprit was caught on camera. CBS 2's Sara Machi reports.
Chicago is ramping up vaccination efforts amid growing concerns over measles, as the numbef of confirmed cases continues to rise.
At least 10 confirmed cases, eight of which are at a migrant shelter in Pilsen. Measles is a highly contagious virus that can be deadly, especially for people who are not vaccinated
Experts say it could take weeks before the outbreak is completely contained.
