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Dozens of baby seagulls were found dead on a sidewalk in the South Loop this weekend, and wildlife experts believe someone -- perhaps even other seagulls -- pushed or threw them off a roof.
Fortunately no one was hurt in either robbery. But in both, the robbers had weapons and attacked their victims as they were approaching their cars.
A 36-year-old man has been charged with attacking a Chicago police sergeant who pulled him over in the South Loop Saturday night, after he allegedly punched a woman at a bar and drunkenly drove away.
Police released surveillance photos of the two suspects, in hopes of identifying the robbers.
Part of Wabash Street in the South Loop reopened early Monday after being closed over the weekend due to falling ice.
Vinicius Franco was found unresponsive at 8:16 p.m. near a pool deck on the fifth floor of a building in the 1000 block of South State.
A 20-year-old woman was seriously injured during a carjacking Saturday morning in the South Loop.
One of the males grabbed the victim and took his wallet while the others hit and kicked him, police said.
The 5-story student center will include dance studios, analog and digital maker labs, an 800-person event space, study lofts, a fitness center, and a dining area.
It was a bizarre incident: A man leaves a dog alone at a dog park, as if it's a doggie daycare facility. Other owners confronted him, CBS 2's Dana Kozlov reports.
The non-takeover robbery happened about 10:31 a.m. Saturday at the BMO Harris Bank branch at 522 W. Roosevelt Road, according to the FBI.
Police said Monday morning that 88-year-old John Allen had been located, but did not provide any additional information.
The universities have teamed up to create what they hope will become the next big think tank in Chicago.
Most recently, a man was shot to death in the Heart of Chicago neighborhood on the South Side.
An 18-year-old man was seriously wounded early Tuesday, when he was shot just steps away from a Target store in the South Loop.
For the third time in the little more than a week, someone riding a bike was robbed in the South Loop.
Twice within 48 hours, women riding bikes in the South Loop were injured in attacks when someone grabbed their purse or bag.
The woman was riding a bike about 1:10 a.m. near 14th and Wabash, when an SUV pulled alongside her and a male passenger grabbed her backpack
Jonathan Green, 34, was found shot to death about 11 a.m. in the North Lawndale neighborhood on the West Side.
An innocent bystander was shot during a robbery attempt early Tuesday when he stumbled across a carjacking in the South Loop.
Police responded to the 1100 block of South Indiana and found two people in a 2011 Lincoln sedan that was disabled near a brick embankment.
Shots were fired Thursday afternoon outside Portillo's South Loop location, according to the FBI.
Steve Capers' home security video of a man vandalizing his car was troubling enough when it happened in February. Now, it's taken on potentially new significance. CBS 2's Dana Kozlov reports.
It happened twice in one day last week in the South Loop. Police believe the same suspects are behind both crimes, CBS 2's Dana Kozlov reports.
Chicago police were looking into a string of carjackings in recent weeks, although it's unclear if there's any connection between the attacks.
The Vatican says bishops from the ultra-conservative Catholic SSPX society were automatically excommunicated after ignoring Pope Leo's plea for unity.
Chicago Cubs superfan known as "The Pink Hat Guy" has died at the age of 81, according to family members.
Two people died, and two others were critically injured after a mass shooting at a gas station in the Auburn Gresham neighborhood overnight.
All three suspects are facing multiple charges after attacking a CBS News Chicago crew and then pointing a gun at people in Brighton Park on Monday afternoon.
Illinois State Police said there is no danger to the public.
Illinois House Speaker Emanuel "Chris" Welch is making moves to remove state Rep. Harry Benton (D-Plainfield) from office.
Special Agent-in-Charge Douglas DePodesta, who has led FBI Chicago for the past three years, is leaving his post on July 6.
Chicago police Supt. Larry Snelling announced Wednesday that he is retiring later this month.
More than 1,000 grand jury presentations are under review after charges were dismissed in the "Broadview Six" case due to grand jury abuses and prosecutorial misconduct, Chicago's top federal prosecutor said.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker vowed the state will continue to protect transgender Illinoisans and athletes in the wake of the U.S. Supreme Court ruling Tuesday.
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.
In a major turnaround in the opioid crisis, overdose deaths are falling across Chicago and Cook County.
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 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.
Victor Willis, lead singer of the disco group Village People, whose hit "Y.M.C.A." became a fixture at rallies for President Trump, has died at the age of 74, his wife and the band said.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding plans include a rehearsal dinner and a late-night celebration at Madison Square Garden in New York City, according to sources familiar with the security planning.
Chicago rapper Twista has pleaded guilty to willfully failing to pay income taxes.
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.
Rescue teams are continuing their search after a deadly earthquake in Venezuela.
Two people died, and two others were critically injured after a mass shooting at a gas station in the Auburn Gresham neighborhood overnight.
Meteorologist Laura Bannon has the extended forecast.
The only two things manufacturers can print moving forward are “use by” or “freeze by” to indicate when food is no longer safe to eat.
Known as a son of Englewood, Snelling was the CPD's 64th police superintendent. He was appointed by Mayor Johnson in August 2023 and sworn in the following month.
Four people were injured in a mass shooting near a gas station in the Auburn Gresham neighborhood overnight.
All three suspects are facing multiple charges after attacking a CBS News Chicago crew and then pointing a gun at people in Brighton Park on Monday afternoon.
Chicago police Supt. Larry Snelling announced he will retire on July 15.
The Vatican says bishops from the ultra-conservative Catholic SSPX society were automatically excommunicated after ignoring Pope Leo's plea for unity.
Chicago Cubs superfan known as "The Pink Hat Guy" has died at the age of 81, according to family members.
In a major turnaround in the opioid crisis, overdose deaths are falling across Chicago and Cook County.
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.
The Cubs (49-38) have won five straight after sweeping the Padres (43-42), who have lost five in a row.
Dean Kremer pitched six impressive innings in his return from a quad injury, and the Baltimore Orioles avoided a sweep Wednesday with a 6-1 victory over the Chicago White Sox.
Alex Bregman, Michael Busch and Pete Crow-Armstrong added homers to help the Cubs win for the 10th time in 12 games.
Colson Montgomery and Junior Perez homered during Chicago's seven-run third inning and the White Sox pounded the Baltimore Orioles 9-3 on Tuesday night.
A 9-year-old boy from Arizona won a nice chunk of change recently, thanks in part to the signature of Chicago White Sox infielder and slugger Munetaka Murakami.
An alleged member of a criminal cyber hacking group had been extradited to Chicago face federal charges after being arrested in Finland.
More than 1,000 grand jury presentations are under review after charges were dismissed in the "Broadview Six" case due to grand jury abuses and prosecutorial misconduct, Chicago's top federal prosecutor said.
A man was arrested and charged this week with shooting and killing his estranged wife in Chicago's Woodlawn neighborhood this past January.
A man was found shot to death inside a home in Chicago's Pullman community early Wednesday morning.
A Lake County, Illinois, man was due in court Wednesday on charges of making direct threats to Latino immigrants.
