Teen found shot to death at Calumet Woods Forest Preserve
An autopsy determined 16-year-old Jaiden Howard died of a gunshot wound to the head, and his death was ruled a homicide.
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An autopsy determined 16-year-old Jaiden Howard died of a gunshot wound to the head, and his death was ruled a homicide.
Video of the incident shows the struggle between officer Melvina Bogard and Ariel Roman.
A vigil was held two nights after a mass shooting left 14 people wounded on the city's West Side. CBS 2's Jermont Terry reports.
A vigil was held Wednesday night for the victims of the mass shooting at California Avenue and Polk Street on Monday. CBS 2's Sabrina Franza reports.
For the first time, we’re hearing from one of the 14 victims shot in the mass shooting Monday on the city’s West Side. CBS 2's Sabrina Franza reports.
Fourteen people – including three children – were shot during a mass shooting Monday night on the city's West Side.
A man is charged with aggravated battery after shooting a man in the Roseland neighborhood last month.
Mateo Zastro was riding with his family in the West Lawn neighborhood on Friday, Sept. 30. His mother told CBS 2’s Jermont Terry Tuesday that she is on a mission to find justice.
Three children were among the wounded in the shooting at Polk Street and California Avenue. CBS 2's Tara Molina reports.
Fourteen people, including three children, were wounded in a shooting Monday night at Polk Street and California Avenue. CBS 2's Tara Molina reports.
The victims included three children in a crowd assembled for a vigil. CBS 2's Tara Molina reports.
Fourteen people – including three children – were shot during a mass shooting Monday night on the city's West Side. Another person was hit by a car during the drive-by attack.
Eight to 10 people were shot Monday night near California Avenue and Polk Street in Lawndale. CBS 2's Dana Kozlov reports from Stroger Hospital of Cook County.
At least five people are dead, and 30 others are wounded following weekend shootings across the city as of Sunday. The ages of the victims range from 12 to 62.
The victim told Chicago Police officers that the shooter was traveling in a car, but he was unable to provide more details.
Four people are hurt, in two shootings, within ten minutes of each other, on the city's Near West and Northwest Sides.
Four people are hurt, in two shootings, within ten minutes of each other, on the city's Near West and Northwest Sides.
A woman is shot and killed while standing on a sidewalk in the city's Northwest Side early Sunday morning.
The boy was transported to Stroger Hospital where he was initially reported in good condition.
"This was a senseless act of violence that should not have escalated to the loss of Mr. Khamo's life," Chicago Police Supt. David Brown said.
Sean Dunnavant is charged in the murder of West Ridge liquor store owner Salim Khamo. CBS 2's Marissa Perlman reports.
Sean Dunnavant, the suspected shooter in the murder of Salim Khamo, has a lengthy criminal history. CBS 2's Marissa Perlman reports.
Sean Dunnavant, 53, is charged with first-degree murder in the shooting death of 66-year-old Salim Khamo, owner of J & K Food & Liquor. CBS 2's Marissa Perlman reports.
The victim was taken to Christ Hospital where he was pronounced dead.
Akeem was washing his hands in the bathroom of his Humboldt Park home when he was struck and killed by a stray bullet Wednesday night. CBS 2's Jermont Terry reports.
City leaders and first responders will hold a press conference Monday morning to inform people how to stay cool and safe during the extreme heat.
The new flag is inspired by the "Skokie Spirit" stained glass at the village hall.
Jacob Webb (3-2) got the win with a scoreless ninth. Wicks notched his first save of the season.
Miguel Vargas homered and doubled for the White Sox (43-39), who fell to 17-10 in one-run games.
Las Vegas is 4-1 in its last five games.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker held a ceremony for the signing of three bills to strengthen protections for LGBTQ+ Illinoisans on Sunday morning.
Fourteen new laws will go into effect in Illinois on July 1, 2026.
Prediction market Kalshi sued Illinois on Tuesday, seeking to block new taxes and license requirements set to take effect July 1.
The U.S. military says it hit Iranian targets over Iran's drone attack on a commercial vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, marking the first American strikes on Iran since the two countries formally agreed to extend a ceasefire last week.
Led by Sen. Cory Booker of New Jersey, a group of Senate Democrats suggested the Justice Department violated its internal policies with the creation of the "anti-weaponization" fund.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker on Thursday signed several new consumer protections into law, including a ban on junk fees.
CBS News Chicago has learned that Illinois home insurance premiums are not only higher than the nation's average, but going up faster too.
As an alternative to legalizing video gambling terminals citywide, Bally's offered to open slot machine lounges at O'Hare and Midway, saying the move would replace the $6.8 million the city budgeted from VGTs.
An Illinois law banning "swipe fees" on taxes and tips — already delayed twice by lawmakers — appears to be on life support after a federal judge that once permitted it issued a permanent injunction against it this week.
A new study from the Cook County Treasurer's office underlines growing concerns about the impact the Illinois megaprojects bill could have on the county's property tax base and overall fiscal health.
The north Chicago suburb of Glenview became the latest Illinois municipality this week to confirm mosquitoes testing positive for the West Nile virus this year.
Environmental and community groups are suing the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for failing to act on a petition challenging U.S. Steel Gary Works operating permit renewal.
In the four years since Roe v. Wade was overturned and Illinois became a destination for abortion care, Illinois providers and advocates have rebuilt the state's infrastructure to support the tens of thousands of people who travel to the state for abortion services every year.
June is National Aphasia Awareness Month, raising awareness of a disorder that affects a person's ability to speak, write, and understand both spoken and written language.
The Chicago Department of Public Health issued a warning Tuesday about a possible measles exposure at O'Hare International Airport.
The Chicago Bears this weekend said they are assessing land at Wolf Lake Terminals in Hammond, Indiana, for a possible new stadium.
As an alternative to legalizing video gambling terminals citywide, Bally's offered to open slot machine lounges at O'Hare and Midway, saying the move would replace the $6.8 million the city budgeted from VGTs.
Daley's Restaurant, known as Chicago's oldest, has served Chicago's Woodlawn neighborhood for more than 130 years.
Walgreens is set to close in Chicago's Chatham neighborhood on Thursday, and there's growing concern about where families will get their medications.
The owners of Gene & Georgetti steakhouse are suing a concessions operator over their expansion at Midway International Airport.
Lionel Richie's Chicago concert at the United Center has been postponed after the singer became sick at his tour opener in St. Paul, Minnesota.
Legendary musician Lionel Richie had to cut his performance short Wednesday night in St. Paul, Minnesota, leaving fans with many questions.
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
Claude Guillemot and a flight instructor were flying in a twin-motor Cessna 421 on Friday evening. An investigation into the crash is underway.
James Burrows directed more than 1,000 episodes of television, including every episode of the original "Will & Grace."
According to the village's website, the board adopted a new village seal in March 2025, replacing the one used since the 1940s. The old flag still uses that seal.
Dozens of people packed into Bunena Park's Saint Mary of the Lake Parish to pray for those who've lost loved ones in the devastating earthquake and those who are still missing.
Police said one of the victims suffered life-threatening injuries and is still in the hospital. The victim's ages and genders were not released.
Meteorologist Kylee Miller has the latest in First Alert Weather.
The two countries have spent this weekend exchanging missile and drone strikes, with Iran targeting two U.S. allies.
City leaders and first responders will hold a press conference Monday morning to inform people how to stay cool and safe during the extreme heat.
Officers found three people who had been hit by a vehicle, who had left the scene before they arrived.
The new flag is inspired by the "Skokie Spirit" stained glass at the village hall.
Hundreds of thousands lined Halsted Street, Belmont Avenue, Broadway, and Diversey Parkway on Sunday for the Chicago Pride Parade.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker held a ceremony for the signing of three bills to strengthen protections for LGBTQ+ Illinoisans on Sunday morning.
An Uber driver who was assaulted during a ride said he begged Chicago police officers not once but twice for help, but was left to fend for himself.
CBS News Chicago has learned that Illinois home insurance premiums are not only higher than the nation's average, but going up faster too.
The Cook County Sheriff's Office has been a part of Illinois' enhanced CTA security plan and state-led task force dedicated to making it safe since the end of March. Their officers have worked more than 4,000 hours a month.
A rideshare driver was shot in Chicago's North Lawndale neighborhood on Monday night.
After a violent holiday weekend, Chicago city leaders are expected to announce new support for a dedicated Department of Gun Violence Prevention.
Jacob Webb (3-2) got the win with a scoreless ninth. Wicks notched his first save of the season.
Miguel Vargas homered and doubled for the White Sox (43-39), who fell to 17-10 in one-run games.
Las Vegas is 4-1 in its last five games.
The Chicago Bears this weekend said they are assessing land at Wolf Lake Terminals in Hammond, Indiana, for a possible new stadium.
Seiya Suzuki and Michael Conforto also homered for the Cubs, who moved 6 1/2 games behind the NL Central-leading Brewers, who had won the first four meetings between the teams this season.
Chicago police this weekend were warning people about a string of robberies on the city's South Side.
A man was shot and wounded early Sunday in Chicago's West Ridge community.
A man was left in critical condition after being shot while walking in Chicago's River North district early Sunday morning.
A 20-year-old Chicago man is accused of being the administrator of a Signal messaging group that was allegedly planning a terrorist attack on the UFC event at the White House.
Two people are dead after they were found shot behind a residential building in the Dunning community on Chicago's Northwest Side Thursday afternoon.