IDOT orders Oakbrook Terrace to turn off red light cameras due to noncompliance
IDOT announced Thursday that it has revoked its permit for a red-light camera at Route 83 and 22nd Street in Oakbrook Terrace.
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Former Crestwood mayor Louis Presta sentenced to 1 year in prison in red light camera bribery case
"The image of Crestwood is diminished when the mayor takes a bribe to jack up red light camera tickets on anyone driving through town," Judge Thomas Durkin said.
Driver Says She Paid Red Light Ticket But Is Still Being Penalized By The City Of Chicago
A Chicago woman says she paid her red light camera ticket, but the city sent a collection agent after her anyway.
Former SafeSpeed Co-Owner Omar Maani Charged In Bribery Scheme
Maani is charged with one count of bribery conspiracy in a two-page document known as a "criminal information," which is typically used in cases there the defendant intends to plead guilty.
Illinois House Votes To Ban Red Light Cameras In Many Smaller Towns And Cities
The House voted 84-4 on Wednesday in favor of a proposal to ban the cameras in non-home rule municipalities in Cook, DuPage, Kane, Lake, Madison, McHenry, St. Clair, and Will counties – the eight counties where the cameras currently are allowed.
Cook County Official Patrick Doherty Indicted On Bribery Charges In Red Light Camera Probe
Doherty, 64, who serves as chief of staff to Cook County Commissioner Jeff Tobolski, is charged with two counts of bribery and one count of conspiracy to defraud. Tobolski is not named in the indictment and has not been charged with a crime.
Some Illinois Lawmakers Push For Red-Light Camera Ban; Watchdog Group Advises Reforms Instead
Red-light cameras, and one company, have become ensnarled in the latest scandal out of Springfield.
Former Illinois State Sen. Martin Sandoval Promised To Go 'Balls To The Wall' For Red Light Camera Firm SafeSpeed
"I take full responsibility for my actions. I'm ashamed, and I'm sorry. I want to apologize to the people of Illinois and to my constituents," Sandoval said after pleading guilty to bribery and tax charges.
Former Illinois State Sen. Martin Sandoval Charged With Bribery, Filing False Tax Return In Red Light Camera Probe
Four months after federal agents raided his home and offices, former Illinois State Sen. Martin Sandoval has been charged with bribery and filing a false tax return in connection with his support for the red light camera industry.
Oakbrook Terrace Mayor Tony Ragucci Resigns Amid Reports Of Federal Investigation
According to published reports, the FBI seized $60,000 from a safe in Oakbrook Mayor Tony Ragucci's home in October.
Comptroller Susana Mendoza To Halt Program Helping Suburbs Collect Red Light Camera Fines; Calls System 'Clearly Broken'
The move comes amid a federal investigation of red light company SafeSpeed.
Illinois Will Stop Collecting On Unpaid Red Light Tickets
"This system is clearly broken. I am exercising the moral authority to prevent state resources being used to assist a shady process that victimizes taxpayers."
Illinois Drivers Have Paid $1 Billion In Red Light Camera Tickets In The Last 10 Years
"The amount of money is just astonishing," said Austin Berg, director of content strategy for the Illinois Policy Institute, a libertarian think tank.
Where Do Red Light Cameras Nab Drivers The Most?
Red light enforcement systems are operating in at least 84 communities across Chicagoland.
Fatal Crashes Caused By Drivers Running Red Lights Climb To 10-Year High
The number of people killed in crashes caused by drivers running red lights reached a 10-year high in 2017, according to a new study by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety.
Six Aldermen Pledged In 2015 To Work To Abolish Red Light Cameras, So What Have They Done? 'We Did All We Could'
An activist got hundreds of candidates to sign a pledge four years ago to fight the city's red light cameras if elected. Six of those candidates are now aldermen, so what have they done to keep their promise?
Where Do Drivers Get Most Red Light Tickets In Chicago?
No one wants to get one: A red light ticket, complete with video proof. So where are you most likely to get one in Chicago?
Chicago Still Most Corrupt City in U.S.
Statewide, more than 2,000 public officials were convicted of public corruption during the past four decades, with Chicago cases accounting for 1,706 of those cases.
Michigan Avenue Gets Red Light Cameras At Two Intersections
The city has installed two red light cameras at Michigan and Jackson, and two at Michigan and Ontario.
Chicago City Council Approves Red Light Camera Settlement
The Chicago City Council gave final approval on Wednesday to a $39-million settlement over the city's red light camera program.
Chicago Panel OK's Settlement Of Red-Light Camera Suit
The City Council's Finance Committee has given its approval for a nearly $39-million settlement of a lawsuit over the city's red light and speed camera programs.
Chicago Deactivates A Dozen Red-Light Cameras At 6 Intersections
Equipment is coming down in coming weeks, the city's Department of Transportation said.
Chicago Triples 'Grace Period' For Red-Light Cameras
Chicago motorists caught on camera blowing through red lights will have triple the "grace period" before being slapped with $100 tickets, under a change made Monday that could reduce the number of tickets issued by nearly a third.
City To Get $20M From Firm At Center Of Red-Light Camera Bribery
The Arizona company at the center of a Chicago's scandal-scarred red-light camera program agreed to pay Chicago taxpayers $20 million.
Redflex Helps Feds, Avoids Charges In Red Light Camera Scandal
The Department of Justice and the U.S. Attorney's office have agreed not to seek criminal charges against Redflex Traffic Systems Inc. over a multimillion-dollar scandal involving red-light cameras in Chicago and Ohio.
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Highland Park mass shooting updates: suspect confesses to attack as community mourns
The suspect was ordered held without bail at his first court appearance on Wednesday, where prosecutors revealed he fired more than 80 rounds during the attack.
Family assistance center opens at Highland Park High School; where to retrieve items
The parade route is still the scene of an investigation as police and FBI continue to comb through the area for evidence.
Gun recovered from Highland Park massacre suspect was reportedly picked up at Lake Villa shop
We called the Red Dot Arms store and asked them about it. All an employee would say is they aren't saying anything more on the subject.
2019 report says Highland Park police filed to have shooting suspect deemed 'Clear and Present Danger' at that time
Such as designation could have prevented Crimo from purchasing a firearm. But Illinois State Police Director Brendan Kelly said earlier in the day that there was not sufficient evidence to deem Crimo a Clear and Present Danger.
Mourners embrace and cry at vigils for victims of Highland Park July 4th parade massacre
When the unthinkable happens, neighbors told Perlman they don't know what to do – other than be together.
Highland Park smoothie bowl shop owners thanked after rushing July 4th paradegoers to safety
For hours on after the Highland Park July 4th parade massacre, a local business owner held frightened paradegoers in her smoothie shop – some of them children.
Priest led crowd to shelter at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church after Highland Park massacre
For paradegoers the day of the July 4th massacre in Highland Park, one Roman Catholic church was a shelter from the chaos.
Finding rifle was pivotal to capturing parade shooting suspect, chief says
Despite two encounters with police in 2019 involving threats of violence, the suspect's parents' attorney said they saw no warning signs.
School supply donations being collected to 'Stuff the Bus' in Lake County
They're hoping you can donate crayons, folders, pencils, glue sticks and more to help students fill their backpacks to be ready for class.
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Highland Park mass shooting updates: suspect confesses to attack as community mourns
The suspect was ordered held without bail at his first court appearance on Wednesday, where prosecutors revealed he fired more than 80 rounds during the attack.
Family assistance center opens at Highland Park High School; where to retrieve items
The parade route is still the scene of an investigation as police and FBI continue to comb through the area for evidence.
Gun recovered from Highland Park massacre suspect was reportedly picked up at Lake Villa shop
We called the Red Dot Arms store and asked them about it. All an employee would say is they aren't saying anything more on the subject.
2019 report says Highland Park police filed to have shooting suspect deemed 'Clear and Present Danger' at that time
Such as designation could have prevented Crimo from purchasing a firearm. But Illinois State Police Director Brendan Kelly said earlier in the day that there was not sufficient evidence to deem Crimo a Clear and Present Danger.
Mourners embrace and cry at vigils for victims of Highland Park July 4th parade massacre
When the unthinkable happens, neighbors told Perlman they don't know what to do – other than be together.
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Gun recovered from Highland Park massacre suspect was reportedly picked up at Lake Villa shop
We called the Red Dot Arms store and asked them about it. All an employee would say is they aren't saying anything more on the subject.
What was significance of Highland Park parade shooting suspect's affinity to number 47, and inverse 7-4?
From imagery in his music videos to his face tattoos, accused Highland Park July 4th parade killer Robert "Bobby" Crimo III apparently had an affinity for the number 47.
Highland Park mass shooting suspect got FOID card despite previous encounters with police
The suspect in Monday's deadly mass shooting in Highland Park threatened to "kill everyone" with knives and swords in 2019, which raises the question of how Bobby Crimo was able to obtain a FOID card in 2020.
Chicago's Arab American community launches campaign to end racial profiling
Following a story we broke Thursday night on CBS 2, Chicago's Arab American community is demanding police end the use of suspicious activity reporting after a groundbreaking study found the reports were being used as tool for racial profiling.
Unfounded suspicious activity reports target Arabs, Muslims in routine activities, report shows
The report confirms what many have suspected for decades: being suspicious has less to do with what a person is doing, and more to do with what they look like.
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Britain's Boris Johnson resigning as Prime Minister amid scandal
Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced his resignation Thursday amid a mass revolt by top members of his government.
Congressman Kinzinger releases several threatening calls made to his office
Kinzinger said he's dealt with threats before, but it's never been this intense.
Former Ald. Patrick Daley Thompson sentenced to 4 months for tax fraud case
Thompson, the grandson of former Mayor Richard J. Daley and nephew of former Mayor Richard M. Daley, was found guilty in February on seven federal charges.
Ald. James Cappleman says he won't run for re-election in 2023
A former Franciscan friar and social worker, Cappleman has represented the 46th Ward, which includes the Uptown neighborhood and part of the Lakeview neighborhood, since 2011.
Kinzinger: "Stay tuned" for more evidence in Jan. 6 hearings; "There will be way more information"
At least two more hearings are scheduled this month that aim to show how Trump illegally directed a violent mob toward the Capitol on Jan. 6, and then failed to take quick action to stop the attack once it began.
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Flight delays and cancellations are expected to be a disaster this holiday weekend
Buckle up for a weekend of travel chaos – starting Thursday, mass delays and cancellations are expected just to get worse heading into the holiday weekend.
After losing rental income, Chicago man gets stuck with long wait from state assistance program
Rental income was part of a Chicago man's retirement plan, but that hit a snag when his renters lost their jobs during the pandemic.
Kroger, Walgreens recall pain medications over faulty child-proofing
There's nothing wrong with the medication, but the bottles don't meet standards for child resistance.
Woman loses $17,000 in gift card scam perpetrated by Microsoft security impostor
Woodfield Mall in Schaumburg was the site of a post-Christmas shopping spree that Cynthia DeSimone still regrets months later – and it wasn't her idea at all.
Getting Hosed: D.C. has an app to warn customers of high water usage; could Chicago use the same?
What if there were a way to get warnings about high water usage before the bill arrived in the mail?
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New Indiana law aims to address state's nursing shortage
The Indiana Hospital Association said the state will still need about 5,000 more nurses by 2031.
Planned Parenthood of Illinois prepares for huge spike in demand for abortion services
Every state that borders Illinois has or could soon have restrictions on abortion in the wake of the striking down of Roe v. Wade.
Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade
The Supreme Court Friday overturned the landmark 1973 Roe v. Wade ruling, which guaranteed a woman's right to abortion. The ruling sends the issue back to the states. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford reports.
Wisconsin doctors halt abortions after Roe v. Wade overturned
Wisconsin has an 1849 law that bans abortion, except to save the life of the mother, but whether that law is enforceable is expected to be challenged in court.
COVID-19 vaccines to be available for younger children soon, but many parents still hesitant
A Kaiser poll taken earlier this spring found fewer than one in five parents would get their children under 5 vaccinated right away.
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Employees go on strike at Starbucks on Ridge Avenue in Edgewater
The employees said Starbucks has cut their hours and has forced the staff to do more with fewer people.
Billionaire Ken Griffin moving Chicago-based hedge fund Citadel to Miami
In a note to employees at Citadel, Griffin announced he already has moved his family to Miami, and will soon be bringing the company with him, though some Citadel employees will remain in Chicago.
Chicago company using fungi from Yellowstone to grow vegan protein products
The edible fungi was discovered as part of a NASA-funded research mission about life in extreme environments.
Black-owned and operated craft coffee shop works to expand, and to inspire entrepreneurs
The coffee shop wants to support Black, Latinx, and women entrepreneurs get their own start.
Kellogg to split into three companies, with snack division headquarters in Chicago
The snack company – which accounts for 80% of Kellogg's current sales – will have dual campuses in Battle Creek and Chicago, with its headquarters in Chicago.
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WNBA star Brittney Griner pleads guilty in Russian court
If convicted on drug smuggling charges, Griner could face 10 years in a Russian prison.
Vaughn, Garcia help White Sox rally, beat Twins 9-8 in 10
The White Sox trailed five times in the game and tied it each time before taking their first and only lead in extra innings to avoid a three-game sweep.
Minnesota ends Chicago's five-game winning streak
Chicago fell into a tie with Las Vegas in the WNBA Commissioner Cup standings with one game left to play for each team to determine homecourt advantage in the championship contest.
Cubs rally against Brewers' bullpen, win 2-1 at Milwaukee
After Brewers starter Corbin Burnes threw seven shutout innings, the Cubs broke through against Milwaukee's bullpen by scoring in each of the last two frames.
Kirilloff hits 2 homers as Twins pound White Sox 8-2
Michael Kopech (2-6) allowed just just five home runs in his first 14 starts and none in his first seven outings at home. But things sure were different for him this time.
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"The Challenge: USA" premieres July 6 on CBS
The new show features former competitors from "Survivor," "Big Brother," "The Amazing Race" and "Love Island."
Chicago July 4 Fireworks 2022: Where and when to watch shows around the area
Celebrate the Fourth of July with these fireworks shows around the Chicagoland area.
Rhapsody Theater celebrates grand opening in historic Rogers Park space
The official debut of the 200-seat space Tuesday evening featured magician Carisa Hendrix – better known by her stage name, Miss Lucy Darling.
Volunteer men's chorus The Jolly Boys celebrate 75 years performing
For the last three quarters of a century, the Jolly Boys have shared their song throughout Chicagoland.
Chicago's Jennifer Hudson is now part of exclusive EGOT club with Tony win for 'A Strange Loop'
Hudson produced the new musical "A Strange Loop" which won for Best Musical Sunday night.
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School supply donations being collected to 'Stuff the Bus' in Lake County
School is still more than a month away for most kids, but the United Way of Lake County is working to Stuff the Bus with school supplies.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Chance of evening showers
CBS 2 meteorologist Laura Bannon has a look at the extended forecast.
Police search for vandal in Plainfield playground arson
Charred remains of a slide were left on the playground in Plainfield.
"HP Strong": Highland Park begins slow healing process after mass shooting
It’s been three days since the mass shooting in Highland Park, and the community is just starting to come to terms with what happened. CBS 2’s Marissa Parra tells us about those we’ve lost, those who survived, and those who helped them.
Paradegoers gather items left during Highland Park shooting
The high school has been a place where people have come to retrieve items, and drop off donations for those that are also going for trauma counseling.
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