Four charged after CPD officer hit by car following fatal shooting in West Englewood
Police said it all started at 3:25 p.m. Monday, when a 21-year-old man was shot and killed in the 5100 block of South Elizabeth Street.
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Tow truck driver shot, seriously wounded while driving in West Englewood
The crime scene is near homes, and neighbors described hearing 10 gunshots.
Tow truck driver drives himself to hospital after getting shot
The shooting happened in the 6800 block of South Hermitage Avenue in West Englewood.
Man in critical condition following shooting in Englewood neighborhood
A man is shot while outside in the Englewood neighborhood Wednesday morning.
Tyshon Brownlee, 19, charged in shooting and robbery of Dakotah Earley in Lincoln Park
Tyshon Brownlee is charged with one count of attempted murder and five counts of armed robbery, according to Cook County prosecutors.
Alderman: more arrests likely in robbery spree, shooting of Dakotah Earley
Tyshon Brownlee has been charged in a string of robberies around Lincoln Park and Lakeview. CBS 2's Marissa Perlman reports.
Tyshon Brownlee accused in robbery spree in Lincoln Park, Lakeview that included shooting
Dakotah Earley, who was critically injured and still can't speak, had to identify Brownlee using a photo and a thumbs-up. CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey reports.
Bond denied for Tyshon Brownlee, accused of shooting Dakotah Earley
Brownlee is also charged in a number of other robberies in Lincoln Park and Lakeview. CBS 2's Tim McNicholas reports.
1 person injured after shooting on I-80 at Torrence Avenue
Illinois State Police said shots were fired around 1:45 a.m.
Person of interest in police custody in violent robbery in Lincoln Park
Dakotah Earley was shot and critically wounded in the robbery earlier this month.
Man, woman dead in murder-suicide at Warwick Allerton Hotel
"I just assumed that someone was, you know, screwing around – slamming doors or something – and then a few minutes later, I heard hotel security outside the room, and so then, I step outside, and then I saw the shooting victim right outside my door," guest Beni Rincon said.
Lightfoot moving back weekend curfew for minors to 10 p.m., after teen slain at Millennium Park
"I'm urging parents, guardians, and responsible adults in the lives of children to make sure that you know what the rules are, and that you make a plan with your children and young people," Lightfoot said.
Fellow members of CHAMPS mentoring program mourn loss of Seandell Holiday, 16
For the young men in the program at Gary Comer College Prep in Grand Crossing, losing their classmate Seandell was like losing a brother.
Classmates react to shooting that killed Seandell Holliday at Millennium Park
Seandell, 16, was part of a program to keep young men out of violence. CBS 2's Steven Graves spoke to his classmates Monday.
How will police enforce new curfew rules after Millennium Park shooting, downtown chaos
We really had to push Chicago Police and the Mayor’s office for any other details on the strict enforcement they’ve talked about since the weekend. CBS 2's Tara Molina reports.
Woman shot, man found dead inside Warwick Allerton Hotel
The incident is believed to be an attempted murder-suicide. CBS 2's Meredith Barack reports.
Chicago's mayor, city leaders push to protect tourist attraction 'jewel' after fatal shooting at Millennium Park
"Millennium Park is so much a part of the social and cultural fabric of our city. It is the number one tourist destination in the Midwest."
New curfew rules in wake of violence downtown will focus on education.
Starting Thursday we’re told Chicago Police will making sure people are following new curfew rules, but Mayor Lori Lightfoot made it clear their goal isn’t mass arrest. CBS 2's Tara Molina reports.
Marion Richardson, suspect in Millennium Park shooting death of Seandell Holliday in court
Police said 17-year-old Richardson, who they believe was involved in the shooting, was found a block away on Michigan Avenue.
14-year-old killed in shootout at North Chicago gas station
The victim and someone inside a vehicle started shooting at each other before those in the vehicle fled the scene.
Seandell Holliday, 16, had a goal of living to 21 but was fatally shot at Millennium Park
Before he was killed in a large gathering in the Loop, Seandell wrote 10 goals as part of a mentoring program to keep young men out of violence.
17-year-old charged with murder in death of Seandell Holliday, killed in Millennium Park
The teen is facing charges of second degree murder, aggravated battery and aggravated unlawful use of a weapon.
2 men shot during overnight chaos near Millennium Park
Both victims were shot while walking in a crowd by two juveniles, according to police.
2 children shot, 1 killed inside apartment in Skokie
One child is dead and another is wounded following a shooting in Skokie just after midnight.
Dakotah Earley no longer on life support, breathing on his own, according to GoFundMe update
A week after being shot during a robbery in Lincoln Park, 23-year-old Dakotah Earley is no longer on life support, according to the family's GoFundMe.
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Chicago police shoot teen who fled from stolen vehicle on West Side
Police said the person shot by the officer was taken to a local hospital in critical condition.
Missing elderly Markham woman Olga Gutierrez found safe
An elderly woman who had been missing from Markham since Sunday night has been found, and is being treated at a nearby hospital.
Church accused of not taking action after sex assault claims against lay leader
A mother says the church that she loved in Big Rock, Illinois failed her — and in a new complaint filed Wednesday, the big question is what church leaders knew and when.
Maywood Mayor Nathaniel George Booker back at work four days after DUI arrest on Kennedy Expressway
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UIC grad student Daniel Sotelo remains missing after girlfriend was found dead; his father holds onto faith
"Danny, everybody is praying for you," Nicolas Sotelo said. "Everybody is waiting for you to show up."
Four charged after CPD officer hit by car following fatal shooting in West Englewood
Police said it all started at 3:25 p.m. Monday, when a 21-year-old man was shot and killed in the 5100 block of South Elizabeth Street.
Gov. Pritzker declares Thursday 'Crossing Guard Appreciation Day in Illinois
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Woman found dead in basement bathroom on South Side
The victim was found shot in the head.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Dense Fog Advisory in effect; temperatures in the 80s
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HireX hosting virtual career fair for job seekers who lost jobs during the pandemic
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Quigley misfires on game's final shot, Sky lose to Seattle Storm
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Chicago First Alert Weather: Cloudy skies overnight, lows in the 50s
Partly cloudy skies tonight, but low clouds and fog will be likely along lakeside locations through Thursday morning.
3-year-old boy hit and killed by school bus in Cary identified as Samuel Huddleston
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Chicago-born rookie Suwinski homers for Pirates, Cubs' win streak ends
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Vice president of Naperville nonprofit Kidsmatter faces child pornography charges
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City Council Public Safety Committee to weigh change to teen curfew
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FBI search warrant obtained by podcast reveals possible details about killer of two girls in Delphi, Indiana
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Chicago Archdiocese to pay out another settlement to man who says he was abused by Fr. Daniel McCormack
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Chicago organization honors Fort Worth police Officer Zach Briseno, one of three double amputee officers in U.S.
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Documentary 'Chicago at the Crossroad' illustrates how decisions made decades ago are causing today's problems
His documentary, filmed over the course of 15 years, examines the root causes of violence in Chicago. It's something that many are thinking about right now.
Attention turns to red flag laws following shooting in Buffalo, New York that left 10 dead
CBS 2's Chris Tye looks into what is known as the Red Flag law.
Tow truck driver shot, seriously wounded while driving in West Englewood
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Biden to invoke Defense Production Act to address baby formula shortage
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Chicago police shoot teen who fled from stolen vehicle on West Side
Police said the person shot by the officer was taken to a local hospital in critical condition.
Missing elderly Markham woman Olga Gutierrez found safe
An elderly woman who had been missing from Markham since Sunday night has been found, and is being treated at a nearby hospital.
Church accused of not taking action after sex assault claims against lay leader
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Maywood Mayor Nathaniel George Booker back at work four days after DUI arrest on Kennedy Expressway
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UIC grad student Daniel Sotelo remains missing after girlfriend was found dead; his father holds onto faith
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Red Cross looking for volunteers to install smoke detectors
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KN95 masks that failed federal testing for health care workers were given to CPS schools in Omicron surge
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ACLU, aldermen have doubts about Mayor Lightfoot's curfew and Millennium Park restrictions
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Biden to invoke Defense Production Act to address baby formula shortage
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Park Ridge man says failures by Post Office cost him opportunity to run for state Senate as write-in
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CBS News projects Chuck Edwards will win the GOP nomination in North Carolina's 11th Congressional District, defeating incumbent Rep. Madison Cawthorn.
Madison Cawthorn, Trump-backed incumbent congressman, loses primary
CBS News projects Chuck Edwards will win the Republican primary in the 11th Congressional District.
Some state lawmakers renew calls for DCFS Director Marc Smith to step down
The department in charge of caring for the state's most vulnerable kids is failing them on everything from regular medical visits to home checks to the way the department is staffed, an audit said.
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Demand rises for donated breast milk amid baby formula shortage
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Baby formula shortage still leaves families desperate, especially those restricted by federal WIC program rules
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Abbott to resume production of baby formula at Sturgis, Michigan plant after recall
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Chicago gas prices hit new record, at more than $5 per gallon
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Parents desperate, searching for options amid persistent nationwide baby formula shortage
Parents are struggling to keep up with the nationwide shortage of baby formula – with several retailers now limiting how much you can buy. So what do you do if you can't find any?
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FDA clears COVID-19 booster shot for healthy kids ages 5 to 11
There is one more hurdle: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention must decide whether to formally recommend the booster for this age group.
Abbott baby formula plant could reopen in two weeks
Sturgis plant will reopen soon as nationwide out-of-stock levels of baby formula rise above 40%.
COVID-19 reaches 'high' community risk level in Evanston
The Evanston Department of Health and Human Service reported 397 new COVID-19 cases over the last seven days – up from 305 the prior week.
Advocate Aurora Health merging with Charlotte-based Atrium Health
Advocate Aurora Health will be merging with Atrium Health.
CPS launches 'Please Stay' campaign to promote mental health and prevent teen suicides
Chicago Public Schools has become the first school district in the nation to launch a new anti-suicide campaign created by Lady Gaga's Born This Way foundation.
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Crime and chaos downtown and beyond are keeping tourists away from Chicago
Such events as the chaos downtown that led to a deadly shooting right in the middle of Millennium Park have led people to cancel trips, meetings, and events in Chicago because they don't feel safe.
Carvana tower in Skokie put on hold after Illinois suspends dealer's state license
The village of Skokie is telling Carvana it cannot build a proposed 14-story car vending tower, just three months after the project won approval from village trustees.
FTX cryptocurrency exchange opens new headquarters in Chicago
Mayor Lori Lightfoot helped cut the ribbon Tuesday morning to open the official U.S. headquarters of FTX, a Bahamas-based cryptocurrency exchange.
Bally's unveils further plans for Chicago casino; some aldermen say it's being pushed through too fast
The city did not conduct a new safety study to determine how crime would be impacted by a casino - in hopes of getting the casino up and generating revenue quickly.
Boeing to move corporate headquarters from Chicago to Arlington, Virginia
A news release said the company will maintain a "significant presence" at its Chicago office at 100 N. Riverside Plaza in the West Loop Gate.
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Quigley misfires on game's final shot, Sky lose to Seattle Storm
Ezi Magbegor scored 21 points, Breanna Stewart added 13 and the Seattle Storm held on to beat the Chicago Sky on Wednesday night.
Tough night for Giolito as White Sox lose to Royals
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Chicago-born rookie Suwinski homers for Pirates, Cubs' win streak ends
Rookie Jack Suwinski, who attended high school 20 minutes from Wrigley Field, hit a tiebreaking home run and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Cubs Wednesday night, ending Chicago's four-game winning streak.
Northwestern to begin quest for Women's College World Series after taking Big Ten softball title
What a season it's been for Northwestern softball. They swept the Big Ten postseason awards as they won their first regular season conference title since 2008.
Orlando Magic win NBA Draft Lottery at McCormick Place
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CBS unveils 2022-2023 primetime lineup
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Dave Chappelle attacked by armed man while onstage in L.A.
The controversial comic laughed off the incident after being tackled, and video appeared to show the person who charged him being beaten onstage.
Naomi Judd, Grammy-winning singer, has died at 76
"We lost our beautiful mother to the disease of mental illness," the Judd sisters said on social media.
'Jersey Boys' is returning to a Chicago stage next week
The new national tour of "Jersey Boys" opens next week at the Cadillac Palace Theatre, celebrating the music of the Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons.
Lollapalooza announces daily lineup; single-day tickets now on sale
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It's 'Crossing Guard Appreciation Day'
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Missing elderly woman with dementia found safe in Markham
Olga Gutierrez, an elderly woman who had been missing from Markham since Sunday night, has been found, and is being treated at a nearby hospital. CBS 2's Sabrina Franza reports.
New rules for minor in Millennium Park go into effect
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Chicago First Alert Weather: Dense Fog Advisory in effect; temperatures in the 80s
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Police shoot 1 person during carjacking investigation in South Austin
A Chicago police officer shot a person who police said tried to run away after being stopped in a stolen car in the South Austin neighborhood.
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