Fire rips through apartment building on Chicago's North Side
No one was injured in the fire in the building on School Street in Roscoe Village.
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No one was injured in the fire in the building on School Street in Roscoe Village.
Video from Citizen app showed flames engulfing the top floor of the four-story brick apartment building at 1925 W. School St.
Firefighters battled the blaze on School Street in Roscoe Village Wednesday evening.
The shooting happened in broad daylight at Hamlin Park in Roscoe Village. Sara Machi reports.
Late Friday, police were going door-to-door to talk with neighbors about what they heard and find out if their Ring doorbell cameras had caught anything.
The Chicago "rat hole" was a rodent-shaped indentation in the concrete in front of a blond brick three-flat building in Roscoe Village. While now gone, its legacy lives on.
During one incident in Wicker Park, a man was shot while trying to stop a robbery outside of a popular bar.
"Cute, funny, wacky. Chicago, right?"
CBS 2's Noel Brennan reports from Roscoe Village, where the imprint of a rat (or squirrel) in cement drew many visitors, but the city took it away.
The rat hole became an internet sensation and a tourist attraction in Roscoe Village this year.
The rat hole had been there for several years—some estimate around 20—but gained fame on social media just this year.
The so-called “rat hole” on a sidewalk in Roscoe Village has become a nationally-known icon – to the point where it has been the site for a marriage proposal and even a wedding. But neighbors on the residential block where it's located have had it. CBS 2's Noel Brennan reports.
A resident wrote on Reddit that they were glad the rat hole has brought people joy, but added "we need you all to chill out. Please."
For the last few weeks, Chicagoans and visitors from across the world have come to visit the rat hole – on the sidewalk on the south side of Roscoe Street just west of Wolcott Avenue.
Fans covered the again-exposed rat hole on Roscoe Street with spare change.
Just last week, the rat hole became famous well beyond the residential block where it marks the sidewalk.
The rat-shaped hole is found in the 1900 block of West Roscoe Street in Roscoe Village.
Neighbors said the situation was very scary because, at the time of the incident, there were five kids sleeping inside the home.
In all four robberies, they were in a white sedan and used rifles.
One of the robberies happened right outside the Four Moon Tavern in Roscoe Village and was caught on camera. CBS 2's Tara Molina reports.
The robberies took place in Lakeview, North Center, and right outside the Four Moon Tavern in Roscoe Village. CBS 2's Tara Molina reports.
"We wanted to take this opportunity to really highlight local female artists, and also kind of highlight some of our vacancies in the neighborhood," said Nicole McLellan, community development director for the Lakeview Roscoe Village Chamber of Commerce.
Head over to Roscoe Village right now, and you'll find a celebration of art and women. Unique art installations can be found along Belmont Avenue between Western and Ravenswood; all to bring some color and life to vacant store fronts.
Indiana State Police said that, around 4 a.m., Trooper Jace Haddon observed a white Audi traveling 110 miles per hour in the construction zone eastbound on I-94 at the 16-mile marker near the Lake and Porter County line.
The incident happened on Oct. 20 around 8:30 p.m. in the 2600 block of South Karlov Avenue.
A preliminary investigation indicated that the Impala was northbound on Bliss Road when it left the roadway for unknown reasons.
The classic rock band AC/DC is making a stop in Chicago during their upcoming "Power Up" stadium tour this spring. The tour marks the first time they've hit the road in nine years.
Karris A. Turner, 35, was charged with leaving the scene of a personal injury crash.
Karris A. Turner, 35, was charged with leaving the scene of a personal injury crash.
Eileen O'Neill Burke was sworn in as the new Cook County State's Attorney Monday morning after winning the race with more than twice as many votes as her Republican challenger.
Hunter Biden was convicted of three separate felony charges related to his purchase of a gun and pleaded guilty to tax evasion charges in a separate case.
Ben Wikler, chair of the Democratic Party in Wisconsin, says he's joined the race to lead the national party after an election that swept Donald Trump and Republicans to power in Washington.
Kushner is the founder of Kushner Companies, a real estate firm. Jared Kushner is a former senior Trump adviser who is married to Trump's eldest daughter, Ivanka.
On Monday, President-elect Trump specifically promised a 25% tariff on all products coming from Mexico and Canada—in addition to a 10% levy on Chinese goods.
So far, despite several requests, the woman has not been able to get a hold of her medical records to send to her new doctors.
Those in the industry who spoke to CBS News Chicago said their margins are already so slim that an increased liquor tax could drive business owners to close their doors.
Robin McElroy said she loves everything about her Morgan Park home—except for the panic-inducing surprises she has been getting in the mail about her supposedly unpaid taxes.
Scammers often get financial information and personal details, or lure in veterans with videos that claim they can win lots of money,
Annesley Clark and Christine Corso were determined to say their vows before it was too late. So when Clark's nurses at Northwestern Medicine heard the couple's story, they jumped right into action.
Little Penelope Lo Destro's parents were about to start their family when there was a terrible diagnosis.
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
The FDA sent a warning letter flagging "significant violations" of manufacturing regulations for Tom's of Maine toothpaste.
The 65-year-old actor and stand-up comedian, best known for portraying Joey Gladstone on "Full House," said he first noticed symptoms in October.
The brewery was founded in the Ravinia District in Highland Park, where the music venue is also located.
The team says it is still focusing on a new stadium in the city of Chicago.
Owner Ricky Burns made a big dream come true in the tiny space on Western Avenue in West Ridge.
Those in the industry who spoke to CBS News Chicago said their margins are already so slim that an increased liquor tax could drive business owners to close their doors.
The nonprofit Far South Community Development Corporation is working to create everlasting change—and has a vision specifically for the commercial corridor at 115th and Halsted streets.
The classic rock band AC/DC is making a stop in Chicago during their upcoming "Power Up" stadium tour this spring. The tour marks the first time they've hit the road in nine years.
The 17-time Grammy Award-winning artist's new album features 12 songs.
The British pop star is bringing her Brat 2025 arena tour to the Allstate Arena on April 28 at 7 p.m
Ravyn Lenae, a rising R&B star from the South Side of Chicago, is among the artists announced Wednesday for the popular California desert music festival.
Speaking to American Theatre in 2018, Vire said he arrived in Chicago as a "lapsed actor," and fell into theatre criticism "through the back door."
The classic rock band AC/DC is making a stop in Chicago during their upcoming "Power Up" stadium tour this spring. The tour marks the first time they've hit the road in nine years.
Looking for a holiday-themed evening? Try the Winter Walk on Wilson in Uptown for some shopping, food, and more.
Meteorologist David Yeomans has the extended forecast.
Adobe analytics expert Eric Matisoff says some of the biggest discounts will be for electronics and apparel.
The firefighter, EMT, and paramedic candidates will join the department on a nine-month probationary basis.
Eileen O'Neill Burke was sworn in as the new Cook County State's Attorney Monday morning after winning the race with more than twice as many votes as her Republican challenger.
Officers in suburban St. Charles used a Taser on the man, but he did not stop, police said.
Drivers who parked overnight on 107 miles of certain main streets only got warning flyers early Sunday morning. On Monday morning, there will be no such luck.
Sidi Mohammad Abdallahi, 22, had been facing hate crime and terrorism charges in the attack in late October.
Reddins was shot and killed in the line of duty Friday morning, and on Saturday a Chicago man was charged with his murder.
Police have said officers were investigating robberies near 55th and Pulaski, when they saw two suspects believed to be armed get into a Lexus and speed away.
Police are already looking ahead to the Thanksgiving Day Parade later this week.
The 29-person team will advise the prosecutor's office on everything from handling gun violence cases to wrongful convictions to public corruption.
Cook Cook State's Attorney Kim Foxx sat down with CBS News Chicago to reflect on her legacy after eight years in office.
A judge released Constantin Beldie on electronic monitoring in October, after he allegedly beat and tried to kidnap his estranged wife. He's now accused of killing her weeks later.
Brown not long ago was named offensive coordinator after Shane Waldron was also fired from that position.
Carter is used to dealing with adversity—and not just on the football field.
A hat trick by Gerry Mayhew—including a power play goal and an empty netter—proved too much to overcome.
Connor Bedard had a power-play goal and assist.
No. 5 Notre Dame punched its ticket to the College Football Playoff with a 49-35 victory over Southern California for its 10th consecutive win.
Eileen O'Neill Burke was sworn in as the new Cook County State's Attorney Monday morning after winning the race with more than twice as many votes as her Republican challenger.
Sidi Mohammad Abdallahi, 22, had been facing hate crime and terrorism charges in the attack in late October.
Officers used a Taser on the man, but he did not stop, police said.
Reddins was shot and killed in the line of duty Friday morning, and on Saturday a Chicago man was charged with his murder.
It was Thanksgiving Eve 2020, and Melissa Lamesch was excited about the upcoming birth of her first child. Investigators would learn there was someone who was not as enthused — the expectant father, firefighter Matthew Plote.
