Body pulled from Lake Michigan in Wilmette
The Wilmette police and fire departments responded to Gillson Park for a report of a body in the water a little after 5 p.m.
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Body pulled from Lake Michigan in Wilmette
First responders pulled the body of a 56-year-old man from Lake Michigan in north suburban Wilmette on Wednesday evening.
Chicago suburbs spray for mosquitos as more areas test positive for West Nile Virus
The insects have also been found in Evanston, Glenview, Lincolnwood, Morton Grove, Northfield, and Skokie.
West Nile Virus positive mosquitos found in Wilmette
So far, mosquitos that tested positive for the virus have been found in Evanston, Glenview, Lincolnwood, Morton Grove, Northfield, and Skokie.
Law Enforcement Torch Run Polar Plunge at Gilson Beach
Another brave group of people will take the plunge into the frigid waters of Lake Michigan for a good cause.
Law Enforcement Torch Run Polar Plunge happening at Gilson Beach
Another brave group of people will take the plunge into the frigid waters of Lake Michigan for a good cause.
Wilmette Theatre finds creative ways to stay alive in the age of streaming
The theatre's exterior may be rusty but inside, fresh money-making ideas keep popping up.
Wilmette Theatre gets creative in effort to remain open
Morning Insider Lauren Victory showed the solutions used by a different historic movie theater that's also trying to survive.
Car slams into building in Wilmette after hit-and-run
Another car refused to stop, driving off instead.
Wilmette police bust massive interstate fencing operation
Police uncovered millions of dollars' worth of merchandise that now sits in a warehouse in Bolingbrook. CBS 2's Asal Rezaei reports.
Wilmette police bust massive interstate fencing operation
Police uncovered millions of dollars' worth of merchandise that now sits in a warehouse in Bolingbrook.
Police searching for suspects in rash of vehicle thefts, armed robberies in Wilmette
Police said a man was dragged out of his car on Riverside Drive early Friday morning.
Willmette Police warn of series of car burglaries, at least one strong-armed robbery
Police say early Friday morning a man was dragged out of his car, beaten and robbed of his wallet and car keys on Riverside Drive.
Thieves burglarize, steal cars in Glencoe; one ends up crashing on Edens Expressway
Three people in the crashed car were taken into custody and taken to an area hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
3 arrested after early morning armed robbery, car crash in Wilmette
The car used by the suspects, according to police, was stolen from Winnetka on August 14.
Highland Park dad, Little League coach is thrilled by show of support by opposing team from Wilmette
As Highland Park remains in shock and grief following the massacre a week ago at the July 4th parade, support is pouring in from other communities.
Highland Park Little League coach blown away by show of support by opposing team from Wilmette
As Highland Park remains in shock and grief following the massacre a week ago at the July 4th parade, support is pouring in from other communities. CBS 2's Irika Sargent talked with one Highland Park dad and Little League coach who saw that spirit firsthand.
Body found in Lake Michigan offshore from Wilmette
Anyone with information is asked to call Wilmette police.
Man's body pulled from Lake Michigan offshore from Wilmette
At 4:13 p.m., the Wilmette fire and police departments at an unspecified point on the lakefront after a boater reported finding a dead body about a mile offshore.
School Mask Protests Resume As Many Illinois Parents Continue To Press Districts To Lift Mandates
Illinois Education Association vice president Albert Llorens said the stress has already caused some school board members to quit, and he's hearing teachers say this is their last year teaching.
Chicago Weather Alert: Residents In Wilmette Begin Clean Up After Lake Effect Snow Brings 8 Inches
As the snow begins to slow, one of the hardest-hit places is north suburban Wilmette.
ATM Stolen From Food Mart During First Of Two Break-Ins Reported In Wilmette Overnight
Police are investigating two overnight break-ins in north suburban Wilmette.
Two Suspects Apprehended, One At Large In Attempted Carjacking In Wilmette
A 17-year-old Chicago boy has been charged in an attempted carjacking this week in north suburban Wilmette, while another suspect has also been arrested and a third remained at large late Wednesday.
SUV Crashes Into Medical Spa In Wilmette
An SUV crashed into a medical spa in north suburban Wilmette.
16-Year-Old Wilmette Girl, Hours Into Summer Break From New Trier High, Electrocuted While Walking On Evanston CTA Purple Line Tracks
Just hours into summer break, a 16-year-old Wilmette girl made a fatal mistake while hanging with a friend on the CTA Purple Line tracks – and now she is dead.
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Man shot near youth football game at Chicago park
The shooters both got away.
Boat nearly crashes into house, leaving one dead, one seriously hurt
The wreckage landed just inches from a home in McHenry along the Fox River.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Feels like summer
Expect warm and sunny conditions in the Chicago area for days!
Mystery continues after three found unresponsive inside Chicago senior housing complex
More than 24 hours after Police found three people unresponsive inside a senior housing complex residents still have more questions than answers.
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House passes 45-day funding bill hours to avert government shutdown
The House passed a bill to fund the government for 45 days, to avert government shutdown hours before it was to go into effect.
Five killed, hundreds evacuated after truck crash leads to ammonia leak in Teutopolis
The semi truck was carrying about 7,500 gallons of anhydrous ammonia when it was involved in the multi-vehicle crash.
3 dead after being found unresponsive in Edgewater senior apartment; victims identified
A death investigation is underway. CFD initially responded to a hazardous materials situation, but carbon monoxide levels were normal.
Workers at Ford Chicago Assembly Plant join UAW strike
Two weeks into the strike, approximately 25,000 auto workers have now walked off the job nationwide.
Gunfire exchanged during attempted armed robbery at River North gas station
When the victim confronted the offender, an exchange of gunfire ensued.
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Despite rise in catalytic converter theft, few arrests made in Chicago
Despite years of city leaders and lawmakers trying to fix the problem, the thieves are almost never caught.
Child care providers face "cliff" with pandemic funds set to expire
The American Rescue Plan funding has helped thousands of child care centers across Illinois pay their staff, upgrade their facilities and keep cots lower for parents.
Victim of botched Chicago police raid in 2017 expected to get $300,000 settlement
Police raided Sharnia Phillips' home while searching for two gang members who had never lived there.
Feds to fund improvements to keep pedestrians off Chicago area railroad tracks
A total of 39 people were killed trespassing on railroad tracks in Illinois last year alone.
Now-dead man suspected in murder of Romeoville family had lengthy criminal record
Nathaniel Huey Jr.'s criminal past should have been a red flag – including a court order banning him from possessing firearms.
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Congress passes 45-day funding bill to avert government shutdown
Hours before a midnight deadline, Congress passed a short-term funding bill to keep the government running for 45 days.
Tempers flare at hearing on city's migrant crisis as influx of asylum seekers ramps up
A key City Council committee met for nearly five hours on Friday to discuss the latest on Chicago's efforts to house thousands of asylum seekers.
Dianne Feinstein, California senator who broke glass ceilings, dies at 90
Dianne Feinstein was the longest-serving woman in the U.S. Senate as well as the longest-serving senator from California.
Victim of botched Chicago police raid in 2017 expected to get $300,000 settlement
Police raided Sharnia Phillips' home while searching for two gang members who had never lived there.
Seven buses of migrants arrive in Chicago for second day in a row
Late Wednesday night, we were there as adults and small children stepped off one of the buses, and greeted with blankets.
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Nonprofit dance group owed nearly $50,000 for holiday show performance
The company that owed the money also hadn't paid other entities for security and the venue for the show.
Kia, Hyundai models recalled due to fire risk; separate concerns about security flaws persist
Hyundai warned drivers to park their cars outside until they can get the necessary repairs.
Indiana AG sues MV Realty, says company is deceptive
MV Realty is based out of Florida, but operates in Indiana and several other states – including Illinois.
Contractor accused of scamming people in need of housework
They accused James Nesbitt of taking off with deposits without completing jobs and complained he didn't respond to customers.
Getting Hosed: Officials finally address on bad water billing at City Council hearing
The Chicago City Council Finance Committee held a hearing Tuesday with the heads of the Water Management and Finance departments.
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COVID vaccine during pregnancy helps protect newborns, new study finds
The findings are just the latest to show benefits from COVID vaccination during pregnancy.
Teen who's had two lung transplants gets behind-the-scenes tour of Field Museum
Scientists at the Field Museum showed Josh Burton ways he can still have a career without digging in the dirt.
Northwestern researchers get $45M to develop implant to sense and treat cancer
"From a clinical perspective, this could be a game-changing approach to cancer therapy," said Dr. Jonathan Rivnay.
How to get the new COVID vaccine for free, with or without insurance
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How FDA's top vaccines official is timing his COVID and flu shots
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GM and Stellantis plants in Bolingbrook and Naperville join UAW strike
"We're not going to wait around forever for a fair contract," UAW President Shawn Fain said. "The companies know how to make this right."
Workers at Chicago Ford plant worry they may have to walk off the job amid strike
Hundreds of autoworkers gathered Thursday outside the UAW Local 551 headquarters, 13550 S. Torrence Ave., to protest.
Alderman wants moratorium on Dollar Tree stores, says properties are "filthy"
"I want to see a moratorium on these type of businesses opening up in our city," said Ald. Matt O'Shea (19th). "This happens in communities all across the city of Chicago."
Kroger and Albertsons sell hundreds of stores in a bid to clear merger of the 2 largest US groceries
Grocers Kroger and Albertsons are selling more than 400 stores and other assets to C&S Wholesale Grocers in an approximately $1.9 billion deal as part of their efforts to complete their merger.
Steppenwolf Theatre announces layoffs of 13 staffers
The company said it has been "negatively impacted by a protracted post-pandemic economic recovery for our sector and the rising cost of inflation,"
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Friday Blitz: Oak Park River Forest v. Lyons Township
CBS 2's Marshall Harris is at the big game at Oak Park River Forest High School where the Huskies are taking on Lyons Township Lions.
Bears vs. Broncos: 3 things to watch in Sunday's Week 4 matchup
Hollywood loves a reboot, right? Well, this week something's gotta give between the Bears and Broncos.
Connor Bedard skates in first NHL exhibition game with Blackhawks, who beat Blues in OT
Bedard had two assists.
Cubs get swept by Braves, fall out of position for NL wild card
The Cubs have dropped 13 of 19.
Bears offense sees opportunity for success against Broncos
Getsy pointed to all 11 players on offense needing to be better, not just quarterback Justin Fields.
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Man indicted for murder of Tupac Shakur in 1996 drive-by shooting
A Nevada grand jury indicted Duane "Keffe D" Davis in the long-unsolved killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, prosecutors announced in court Friday.
Actor Michael Gambon, who played Harry Potter's Dumbledore, dies at 82
Michael Gambon, the British-Irish actor who portrayed Dumbledore in the latter 6 of the 8 "Harry Potter" movies, has died after a bout of pneumonia.
Teri Bristol, Chicago house music DJ, dies at 66
Bristol began DJing in Chicago in the 1980s, and paved the way for a generation of other women DJs.
"Survivor" returns for season 45 Wednesday, Sept. 27 at 8 p.m. ET
Through longer weekly episodes, "Survivor" will take a deeper dive into the players' stories as they're stranded on the stunning islands of Fiji.
Hollywood writers, studios reach tentative deal to end strike
Terms of the deal must still be ratified by the WGA's approximately 11,000 members.
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Man shot near youth football game at Chicago park
The shooters both got away.
Boat nearly crashes into house, leaving one dead, one seriously hurt
The wreckage landed just inches from a home in McHenry along the Fox River.
Chicago's Hidden Gems: Compound Yellow provides space for artists, chickens
It's hard to just pass by Compound Yellow on Lake Street in Oak Park. The art space is everything the name implies.
River North gas station reopens after morning shootout
When the victim confronted the offender, an exchange of gunfire ensued.
Gunfire exchanged during attempted armed robbery at Chicago gas station
When the victim confronted the offender, an exchange of gunfire ensued.
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Man indicted for murder of Tupac Shakur in 1996 drive-by shooting
A Nevada grand jury indicted Duane "Keffe D" Davis in the long-unsolved killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, prosecutors announced in court Friday.
"Painkiller: The Tylenol Murders" documentary premieres on Paramount + on October 10
Using hours of exclusive archival footage, the five-part docuseries transports viewers back four decades to the moments after a twisted killer laced Tylenol pills with cyanide and killed seven people in the Chicago area.
Good Samaritans step in after woman is robbed, beaten in Little Italy alley
Surveillance video shows the man punching the woman in an attempt to get her purse. Keep in mind this happened at 4 p.m.
Oak Park on alert after armed robberies, carjackings this past weekend
There were four armed robberies, one carjacking, and one aggravated assault that was believed to be an attempted robbery in Oak Park early Sunday.
Several people robbed at South Chicago bus stop
CBS 2 news crews talked with one of the victims who said his iPhone was stolen by a group near 79th Street and Jeffery Boulevard.
