Wheaton man charged with aggravated arson in Tinley Park, Homer Glen
Nathan Grant, 32, of Wheaton, Illinois, was arrested and charged with aggravated arson.
Nathan Grant, 32, of Wheaton, Illinois, was arrested and charged with aggravated arson.
CBS 2's Marshall Harris is at Tinley Park's Victor J. Andrews High School, where students and administrators collaborate on a unique project helping teens dress for success with mock job interviews
Repairs took a bit longer than expected after the Jan. 17 fire destroyed the shelter's laundry room, and smoke damaged the ventilation system, ceilings, and walls of the entire shelter.
At least two people were in custody Friday night in connection with the crimes, which were committed in broad daylight.
At least two people were in custody Friday night in connection with the crimes, which were committed in broad daylight. CBS 2's Jermont Terry reports.
CBS 2's Marshall Harris reports from Tinley Park, where dozens of students perform in the annual Variety Show at Victor J. Andrew High School.
Victor J. Andrew High School's production of "Mean Girls" has no one in the burn book because it's a lot of fun for the students in the popular show.
There are many fun clubs at Victor J. Andrew High School in Tinley Park, including the French Club and DECA Club, which help students on a path to business careers.
It may still be winter, but the crack of the bats will soon be heard at Tinley Park's Victor J. Andrew High School. CBS 2's Marshall Harris talked with the coach and senior players for the teams.
Tinley Park's Victor J. Andrew High School's girls' soccer team is excited about the upcoming season. The coach said they have a good returning crew as well as adding good young talent playing on the pitch.
Outdoor track season is about to start but the indoor season has been running for several months since the beginning of the school year. CBS 2's Marshall Harris has the story of the teams and the coaches behind them.
The National Honor Society Club at Victor J. Andrews High School focuses on service and volunteering. The group recently gave their time to the nonprofit Feed My Starving Children to pack numerous meals for those in need.
CBS 2's Marshall Harris is at the Tinley Park school, where students enjoy extracurricular clubs, athletics, and academics.
The former Tinley Park Mental Health Center had been vacant for more than a decade. The village's park district purchased the property from the state for just $1.
It was a long time coming, but the Tinley Park Park District was able to show off its newest property this week. The former Tinley Park Mental Health Center had been vacant for more than a decade. The village's park district purchased the 280-acre property from the State of Illinois for just $1. The village is using $15 million in state funding to clean up the land.
The fire started in the living room of her unit on the first floor of Hanover Place.
Two people were rushed to area hospitals from the scene, but one of the hospitalizations was unrelated to the fire.
The view from Chopper 2 showed a large emergency response, but no smoke or fire.
Friday marked 16 years since five women were murdered in a Tinley Park Lane Bryant store, a case that remains unsolved. First responders who were on the scene that day have continued the quest for justice in the case in which the gunman has never been caught.
On Feb. 2, 2008, five women were shot and killed inside the Lane Bryant store at 191st and Harlem during a robbery.
Friday marked 16 years since five women were murdered in a Tinley Park Lane Bryant store, a case that remains unsolved. First responders who were on the scene that day have continued the quest for justice in the case in which the gunman has never been caught.
P.A.W.S. of Tinley Park needs repairs to its laundry room, vents, ceilings, and walls.
Maher Kassem is charged with the murder of his wife and three daughters, and authorities say he himself called 911 after their deaths. CBS 2's Jermont Terry reports.
Maher Kassem made himself after authorities said he shot and killed his wife and adult daughters.
Maher Kassem made himself after authorities said he shot and killed his wife and adult daughters.
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Irene Chavez's family said police ignored her pleas to go to the hospital, even after she repeatedly told them she was a veteran suffering from PTSD.
The three claim they tried telling school leaders about the violent and sexual hazing happening within the Wildcats football program years before the former Illinois inspector general launched an investigation.
Chicago police arrested 29-year-old Alberto Rosas on Tuesday in the 6800 block of West Archer Avenue and charged him with one felony count of first-degree murder.
The driver was heading northbound when he swerved to avoid hitting another car, causing him to hit a curb and then a light pole before coming to a stop, police said.
Irene Chavez's family said police ignored her pleas to go to the hospital, even after she repeatedly told them she was a veteran suffering from PTSD.
There were only 15 days with measurable snow this past winter in Chicago, but a total of 7,745 vehicles got hauled off the streets.
The convention is taking place from Monday, Aug. 19, to Thursday, Aug. 22.
Greene's move marked a reversal from a day earlier, when the Georgia Republican appeared to retreat from her threat to trigger a vote to remove Johnson as speaker.
Johnson spoke with state lawmakers to make the case that Chicago is owed $1 billion from the state for schools and other programs.
Alderpeople are looking to try to stop rogue towers from making thousands off drivers who thought they were signing their car away to someone they could trust.
Employees at dozens of now-closed Foxtrot Market and Dom's Kitchen stores, now jobless, wonder what comes next for them as their paychecks will soon end.
The family didn't get their cut of the estate sale, not hearing back from the salesman until CBS 2 got involved.
The Better Business Bureau warns that anyone buying an event ticket should watch out for fake ticket scams.
Financial records show Paul Croft and J.D. Frost raised about $30 million for a hydrogen plant that was supposed to be, at one point, in Indiana. It never existed, an attorney says.
Researchers hope their findings will inspire action to make hearing aid devices more affordable since they can cost over $1,000 per ear.
First known HIV cases from a nonsterile injection for cosmetic reasons highlights the risk of unlicensed providers.
The city's measles dashboard said a total of 63 measles cases have been confirmed in Chicago this year, with one new case this week.
The department said anyone who visited the Sam's Club at 9400 S. Western Ave. in Evergreen Park one day last week may have been exposed to someone with measles.
Health officials are warning consumers not to consume Infinite Herbs basil sold at some Trader Joe's and Dierberg's stores after 12 people were sickened.
Biden campaigned in the spot where Trump, to much fanfare, lauded a plan by Taiwan-based electronics giant Foxconn plan to build a $10 billion manufacturing facility that was supposed to eventually employ 10,000 people. Except it was never completed.
The Illinois Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act requires employers to notify workers of mass layoffs 60 days in advance.
Mayor Brandon Johnson denied that the Bears' shiny new dome could end up costing taxpayers a pretty penny.
Employees at dozens of now-closed Foxtrot Market and Dom's Kitchen stores, now jobless, wonder what comes next for them as their paychecks will soon end.
The company announced Tuesday that it received a stalking horse bid to purchase its operating assets.
Brian Fox, a fellow producer and engineer at Albini's Electrical Audio studio in Chicago, confirmed Albini passed away Tuesday night from a heart attack.
For the past three months, a cast of 10 Asian American/Pacific Islander comedians has been working on the new program, "Youth in Asia (Are You Proud of Me Yet?)"
The stars came out for the the 2024 Met Gala in New York City. See some of the most eye-catching outfits of the night.
'Bob Hearts Abishola', the acclaimed comedy, is signing off after its fifth season on CBS.
Bernard Hill died Sunday at 79. The actor was known for his roles in "Lord of the Rings" and "Titanic."
Footage from a passenger shows the moment when the 85 people on board used a slide to exit the plane after it skidded off the runway and caught fire.
CBS 2 Meteorologist Ed Curran has a look at the extended forecast.
Former President Trump is back in a New York City courtroom on Thursday, accused of falsifying business records to cover up hush money payments to adult film star Stormy Daniels, who is back on the stand.
The company, located in Itasca, Illinois, produces many Ferrara innovations, including Nerds, Sweetart Ropes, and other tasty treats.
Three more former Northwestern football players have filed lawsuits against the university and former head football coach Pat Fitzgerald, claiming they were subjected to violent sexual hazing. Those plaintiffs include a former linebacker and the initial anonymous whistleblower who first reported the hazing and sparked the investigation that led to Fitzgerald’s firing.
Ascension said it responded immediately, and access to some systems has been interrupted with remediation efforts in progress.
The three claim they tried telling school leaders about the violent and sexual hazing happening within the Wildcats football program years before the former Illinois inspector general launched an investigation.
Guillermo Caballero's family said he got trapped inside a chaotic circle of cars and people at the illegal meetup – and was unable to escape.
The noise will be hard to miss. But it won't all even be the same noise – as there are several different species of cicadas coming that each have a distinct song, or screech.
Irene Chavez's family said police ignored her pleas to go to the hospital, even after she repeatedly told them she was a veteran suffering from PTSD.
Expert panel discussion centers the focus on the disparity that 1 in 3 victims of crime in Chicago is a Black woman
Police arrived at the scene sooner than if they had waited for the first 911 call.
Anthony Robinson's attorney said his previous defense lawyer failed to present evidence that showed it was physically impossible for him to be the shooter.
The village board is working on a resolution to hire Lightfoot, a former federal prosecutor before her lone term as Chicago's mayor, to investigate claims Henyard has been misusing public funds.
DCFS Director Heidi Mueller was asked Thursday why some kids in the system are being held in psychiatric hospitals longer than medically necessary.
Chris Flexen pitched six sharp innings, Paul DeJong homered again and the Chicago White Sox avoided their seventh sweep this season by beating the Tampa Bay Rays 4-1.
The team's first three games will be on the road. But the team's many new faces were on display at Media Day.
Dylan Cease struck out 12 and combined with two relievers on a one-hitter, and the San Diego Padres beat the Chicago Cubs 3-0.
The Wildcats went 19-3 in Big Ten contests and won all eight conference series for a second-straight year.
Marina Mabrey was gunning from deep and had a game-high 20 points.
Guillermo Caballero's family said he got trapped inside a chaotic circle of cars and people at the illegal meetup – and was unable to escape.
A car riddled with bullet holes was spotted at the scene.
Police said a woman caught a 13-year-old girl and a 14-year-old boy trying to steal her, when the woman shot the girl in the shoulder.
Business owners believe the same crew might be involved in several other incidents.
Chicago Police detectives are asking anyone with additional photos or video to give them a call.