Cops: Man Made Bomb Threat Because Woman Didn't Like Him
A north suburban man is behind bars Tuesday after phoning in a bomb threat to a Vernon Hills concert event because a woman he met there did not like him, according to police.
A north suburban man is behind bars Tuesday after phoning in a bomb threat to a Vernon Hills concert event because a woman he met there did not like him, according to police.
A north suburban-based technology retailer which was taken private in 2007 announced Friday a return to the public market, with an IPO that could bring in more than $700 million.
Bond remained at $1 million Tuesday for a Vernon Hills man accused of trying to hire a hitman to take out a witness.
Ronald Stolberg, 49, is due to stand trial for first-degree murder May 20. He made incriminating statements to police at the crime scene — his residence — on June 8, 2011, and again during questioning.
Bond was reduced Friday for the second time this week for a Vernon Hills man accused of sexually assaulting a young girl.
In north suburban Vernon Hills, members of the Central Lake County Family YMCA jammed a conference room at the Y Wednesday night to hear the latest on the effort to save it from being shut down on Halloween.
It's a tough time to sell your home, but this morning (Tuesday, July 3), CBS 2's Vince Gerasole and Coldwell Banker real estate broker Judy Greenberg had some tips on how to make your home look its best for a quick sale, and for top dollar.
The former home of a Vernon Hills cat hoarder has been torn down, after year of complaints that it stunk up the entire neighborhood.
Mitt Romney will return to Chicago from Springfield Monday morning, to speak at the university where President Barack Obama used to teach.
The Lake County Sheriff is defending his jail's handling of an inmate who died after refusing to eat.
A certified public accountant from Vernon Hills stands charged with bilking his clients and a bank out of more than $2 million.
A train struck and killed a pedestrian early Thursday in Vernon Hills, prompting authorities to halt the train and leaving early-morning commuters delayed.
The new school year means new cell phone privileges for Libertyville and Vernon Hills High School students.
A house in Vernon Hills is reportedly emitting an odor so foul, it's not fit for man or beast.
They lost their son on a sports field when a soccer goal came crashing down on top of him. Tuesday, almost eight years after the tragedy, the Vernon Hills parents will watch the governor sign a bill into law, Zack's Law.
A Vernon Hills man has been indicted by a grand jury, on charges that he killed his wife during a domestic dispute.
Two robbers are on the loose in Vernon Hills, after they held up a Home Depot in the northern suburb.
The Village of Vernon Hills was to go to court Monday to get permission to inspect the home of a former animal hoarder.
A north suburban Vernon Hills man is being held in Lake County Jail on $3 million bond on the charge he murdered his wife during a domestic dispute.
The husband of a Vernon Hills woman who was found dead in her home earlier this week has now been charged with her murder.
The Vernon Hills location of Zanies has closed, reportedly due to a lease dispute. The Zanies comedy clubs in Chicago and St. Charles remain open.
The Michaels craft store chain is facing more trouble, now having been hit with a second lawsuit after disclosing its checkout line pin pads were subjected to tampering.
A Vernon Hills High School senior is about to do something no other student in her school district has ever done.
The emerald ash borer is attacking trees in Vernon Hills, in what one village official calls a "natural disaster."
A retired police officer in the far northern suburbs says he thinks he saw the robber – more than 30 miles away from the crime scene.
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After safely navigating the EL tracks, Idris got a special train line named after him!
"I'm very very proud of everything we have been able to achieve."
Experts said trillions of the bugs are getting ready to appear.
They were shot near the sidewalk in the 1200 block of North Keeler Avenue around 1 p.m., according to Chicago police.
A unified public transit system, state lawmakers and other stakeholders said Monday, would be more sustainable, reliable and safe.
In Michigan, Wisconsin and Pennsylvania, both Biden and Trump elicit feelings of worry, anger and nostalgia, according to latest CBS News poll.
Prosecutors in former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York called two new witnesses to the stand on Friday, rounding out the first week of testimony.
Former National Enquirer boss David Pecker appeared on the stand for the third day, detailing an agreement the tabloid made with a former Playboy model.
The governor's plan to reduce homelessness is focused on addressing inequities that hurt the Black community.
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.
Anyone with these sausages in their refrigerators should throw them away or return them to the store.
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.
Officials said there was no known link between this case and the recent outbreak of measles at a migrant shelter in Chicago.
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.
Dozens of typewriters clutter the shelves of the 24-year-old business owner's workshop inside his parents' home in Downers Grove.
The closure affects both Dom's locations in Chicago, and all 33 Foxtrot stores in Chicago, Texas, and the Washington D.C. area.
Paramount said long-time CEO Bob Bakish will leave the company, which is in discussions to explore a sale or merger.
The vinyl sales alone were monumental, Billboard said, with "the largest sales week for an album on vinyl in the modern era."
Harvey Weinstein's 2020 conviction on felony sex crime charges has been overturned by the State of New York Court of Appeals.
Still, Ravinia is capitalizing on the situation with a limited-edition shirt—reading, "Ravinia Interrupta," and calling the cicada buzz the loudest song of summer.
The singer was found deceased at her home, a representative said.
Star rookies Kamilla Cardoso, Angel Reese and the Chicago Sky are preparing for their first preseason WNBA game on Friday on the road against Minnesota.
CBS 2 Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon tracks wet weather in the Chicago area this week.
Idris has always wanted to drive a CTA train, and he got a chance to get behind the controls, thanks to the Make-A-Wish Foundation. A specially chartered Green Line train had friends, family, and other well-wishers onboard.
The university says it will bring demonstrations "into compliance" with university policies. CBS 2 political reporter Chris Tye has more on the deal and why some are not satisfied.
A unified public transit system, state lawmakers and other stakeholders said Monday, would be more sustainable, reliable and safe. CBS 2's Tara Molina reports.
The protesters have been camping out in Deering Meadow on the Evanston campus since Thursday morning.
After safely navigating the EL tracks, Idris got a special train line named after him!
"I'm very very proud of everything we have been able to achieve."
Experts said trillions of the bugs are getting ready to appear.
They were shot near the sidewalk in the 1200 block of North Keeler Avenue around 1 p.m., according to Chicago police.
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.
Three days ago, the Chicago White Sox had just three wins through 25 games. They doubled that after a sweep of the Tampa Bay Rays.
Along with the young new stars, the Sky also has a new coach in Hall of Famer Teresa Weatherspoon. It's a new situation for everyone involved.
Philadelphia Eagles great Jason Kelce is heading to ESPN's Monday Night Countdown, CBS Sports reported on Monday.
For the second straight day, a large gathering of Cubs fans that made the trip to Fenway Park were unable to wave their "W" flags.
Chicago improved to 6-22. It outscored Tampa Bay 21-13 this weekend.
They were shot near the sidewalk in the 1200 block of North Keeler Avenue around 1 p.m., according to Chicago police.
Prosecutors asked the judge to prohibit the defense from mentioning words, including "cult or ritualistic killing" and the religion known as "Odinism."
A U.S. Marshals Service fugitive task force was attempting to serve a warrant in Charlotte when the shooting started, the police said.
The ages of the victims range from 14 to 39.
Xavier Tate Jr., 22, is charged with first-degree murder in an arrest warrant filed Friday.