Woodridge food pantry adjust hours to better serve residents
Rising prices are sending more families to food pantries for help.
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Three Charged With Stealing Catalytic Converters In Woodridge
On Saturday, someone called police saying they spotted the suspects cutting a converter out of a car near Route 53 and 83rd in Woodridge.
Some Woodridge Townhome Residents Must Leave And Can't Come Back Until Spring, All Because Of Issues Stemming From June Tornado Damage
Some Woodridge townhome owners have to leave their homes by Friday, Dec. 17, and they won't be able to go back until spring of 2022.
Fundraiser Gives Big Boost To Woodridge Families Still Suffering After June Tornadoes
The strong storms that pounded the western suburbs Wednesday night did not keep people in Woodridge from coming out, stepping up, and giving a huge boost to families affected by the tornado that struck the area back in late June.
Some Homeowners Have Long Wait For Repairs After West Suburban Tornado Last Month; Contractors Even Feeling Effect
One month later, hotels were still home for some who lost everything in the tornadoes that struck the western suburbs. Even with insurance, homeowners have a long waiting game ahead. CBS 2's Steven Graves spoke with a local contractor even feeling the effects.
With Some Damage Not Covered By Insurance, SBA Loans Open Up For West Suburban Tornado Victims
One month ago Tuesday, people in Woodridge and Naperville ran for cover as an EF-3 tornado tore a path through communities. For many, the pain doubled when they learned some of the damage was not covered by insurance. But as CBS 2's Marie Saavedra reported Tuesday night, some of those tornado victims are getting a second chance.
Those With Property Damage From June Tornadoes May Be Eligible For Federal Help
If you had property damage from the tornadoes that ripped through the Chicago area last month, you may be eligible for financial help from the federal government.
'It's A Disaster': Woodridge Residents Continue Clean Up Efforts After Tornado
"It's a tragedy on so many levels as far as the damage that has occurred."
Disaster Relief Agencies Offering Help In Woodridge Sunday After Tornados
More than 20 disaster relief agencies are set up in Woodridge to help victims of last week's tornados.
Tornado Victims Displaced Having Trouble Finding New Housing In Post Pandemic Era
For families wanting to stay in the area, good luck finding a rental. The COVID-19 pandemic has helped create a housing shortage.
Woodridge Residents Cope With Emotional Impact Of Damage From Sunday Night Tornado; Village Places Priority On Getting Power Back On
Woodridge Mayor Gina Cunningham estimates about 100 homes were significantly damaged in the western suburb by the tornado late Sunday night. But neighbors also shared the damage you can't see.
Woodridge Food Pantry Expanding Hours, Seeking Donations To Assist Residents Impacted By Tornado
They are also accepting donations of household items and food.
Red Cross Shelter Open At Thomas Jefferson Junior High School In Woodridge
Volunteers will provide food, water, shelter and support. The shelter is open overnight.
A Day Of Working To Recover Follows A Night Of Panic When Tornado Hit Woodridge
Coming up on 24 hours after an EF-3 tornado touched ground in the western suburbs, the cleanup was nonstop – and the work was more than cut out. In Woodridge, there were piles of tree debris lying six feet high – but also neighbors looking to speed up the recovery.
Woodridge Tornado Victims Counting Blessings Thanks To Quick-Thinking Boy Scout
The tornado toppled trees, destroyed homes, ripped down power lines and even caused some small fires in the area around Woodridge Drive and Jonquil Lane.
Chicago Weather: Photos Of Damage After Tornado Slams Naperville, Woodridge
CBS 2 had a team of journalists in the field on Monday morning, and they captured these images
'Everybody's All Right': Woodridge Family On Surviving Severe Storm Taking A Wall From The Home
"House can be a replaced. Things. People can't be replaced."
Thousands Without Power In Southwest Suburbs After Tornado Confirmed Overnight
At one point during the storm, more than 33,000 people were impacted by outages.
Residents In Naperville, Woodridge Waking Up To Extensive Damage After Tornado Confirmed Overnight
Residents in the southwest suburbs are waking up to extensive damage after a tornado touched down in Naperville and Woodridge overnight.
Overnight Storms Leaving Flooded Roadways, Dangerous Driving Conditions
Overpasses in The Loop remain flooded as well as on expressways.
Police Search For Man Who Pulled Down Woman's Pants, Underwear On Bike Path In Woodridge
Police in Woodridge were searching Monday for a man who grabbed a woman and pulled her pants down this past weekend.
Residents Displaced After Apartment Building Fire In Woodridge
Residents were displaced after a massive apartment fire in southwest suburban Woodridge early Friday morning.
15-Year-Old Bicyclist Fatally Struck By Vehicle In Woodridge
Woodridge police are investigating after a 15-year-old boy was fatally struck by a vehicle while attempting to cross 75th Street.
Woodridge Students Accused Of Wearing Blackface, Making Racist Social Media Videos
Three students from Woodridge School District 68 are accused of wearing blackface and making racist social media videos on TikTok.
Witness Follows Stolen Car, Then Gets His Own Car Stolen
A witness to an armed carjacking followed the suspects, only to eventually have his own car stolen by the same offenders.
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Unaccompanied minors no longer allowed in Millennium Park after 6 p.m. following chaos that left one teen dead
The new policy requires anyone under 18 be accompanied by an adult after 6 p.m. Thursday through Sunday.
Seandell Holliday, 16, had a goal of living to 21 but was fatally shot at Millennium Park
Before he was killed in a large gathering in the Loop, Seandell wrote 10 goals as part of a mentoring program to keep young men out of violence.
17-year-old charged with murder in death of Seandell Holliday, killed in Millennium Park
The teen is facing charges of second degree murder, aggravated battery and aggravated unlawful use of a weapon.
Evanston Township High School requiring masks starting Monday
Students and staff will have to wear masks indoors, regardless of vaccination status.
Biden to travel Tuesday to Buffalo following mass shooting
Ten people were killed Saturday in what officials are calling a hate crime and a case of racially motivated violent extremism.
1 person injured, dog rescued after apartment building fire in Irving Park
Firefighters rescued a dog from underneath a bed.
Residents in Clarendon Hills protest against Dunkin Drive thru; concerns of noise and road safety
Residents in Claredon Hills express their concerns about a new Dunkin drive-thru.
Woman attacked, robbed on CTA train in The Loop
Police said there was a physical altercation and the offenders took the victim's purse.
Chicago Weather: Sunny day ahead
A few nice Spring days are ahead.
5 dead, 29 wounded in weekend shootings across Chicago
At least five people are dead and 29 others were wounded following weekend shootings in the city.
Schaumburg virtual career fair kicks off Monday
From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., the virtual event will offer more than 25 employers looking to hire.
14-year-old killed in shootout at North Chicago gas station
The victim and someone inside a vehicle started shooting at each other before those in the vehicle fled the scene.
Loop rally protests murder of Palestinian-America journalist
Marchers blame Israel for the death of Shireen Abu Akleh, a reporter for Al-Jazeera.
Most Holy Redeemer celebrates Father Al's 100th birthday
He is now the oldest and longest serving priest in the Chicago Archdiocese.
911 dispatcher Keith Thornton Jr. calls Chicago a place that 'caters strictly to criminals who target the innocent'
Thornton is the 911 dispatcher praised for how he coordinated the response the night officers Ella French and Carlos Yanez were shot in the line of duty.
Navy Pier hosts 5K race
Money raised supports Navy Pier's nonprofit endeavors.
Air conditioning back on at Sneider Apartments after 3 deaths
The Sneider Apartments house seniors and people with disabilities.
Glenwood man crashes into IDOT truck; charged with DUI
A Glenwood man is charged after crashing into two vehicles including an IDOT truck early Sunday morning.
Dozens arrested, 2 officers injured following night of violence in the Loop
Multiple arrests were made, and two officers were injured after large crowds gathered in the Loop Saturday night.
2 men shot during overnight chaos near Millennium Park
Both victims were shot while walking in a crowd by two juveniles, according to police.
2 children shot, 1 killed inside apartment in Skokie
One child is dead and another is wounded following a shooting in Skokie just after midnight.
Teen shot and killed at Millennium Park
At least two persons of interest were taken in for questioning, and at least two weapons were recovered.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Scattered showers in the evening
Scattered showers continue through the late evening hours, then a clearing sky is expected overnight. Lows will be in the mid-50s.
Hundreds flood Millennium Park pushing for abortion rights
In Illinois abortion access isn't under threat regardless of what the Supreme Court decides, but the fight is just as fierce.
COVID-19 reaches 'high' community risk level in Evanston
The Evanston Department of Health and Human Service reported 397 new COVID-19 cases over the last seven days – up from 305 the prior week.
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Unaccompanied minors no longer allowed in Millennium Park after 6 p.m. following chaos that left one teen dead
The new policy requires anyone under 18 be accompanied by an adult after 6 p.m. Thursday through Sunday.
Seandell Holliday, 16, had a goal of living to 21 but was fatally shot at Millennium Park
Before he was killed in a large gathering in the Loop, Seandell wrote 10 goals as part of a mentoring program to keep young men out of violence.
17-year-old charged with murder in death of Seandell Holliday, killed in Millennium Park
The teen is facing charges of second degree murder, aggravated battery and aggravated unlawful use of a weapon.
Evanston Township High School requiring masks starting Monday
Students and staff will have to wear masks indoors, regardless of vaccination status.
Biden to travel Tuesday to Buffalo following mass shooting
Ten people were killed Saturday in what officials are calling a hate crime and a case of racially motivated violent extremism.
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Attorney argues before Illinois Supreme Court for release of 50 years of Chicago Police misconduct records
The fight over the release of five decades of Chicago Police misconduct records made it all the way to the Illinois Supreme Court on Wednesday.
Illinois Supreme Court to decide whether landlord who accused former alderman of zoning shakedown can sue the city
Brian Strauss claims former Ald. Proco Joe Moreno had his building at Milwaukee and Damen downzoned in retaliation for evicting the music venue Double Door in 2017.
Northwestern research team devises computer model to detect CPD misconduct
What if a computer model could detect misconduct without a whistleblower ever coming forward?
Potential overturning of Roe v. Wade could mean many more coming to Illinois for legal abortions
Could a decision overturning Roe v. Wade have an impact on Illinois with its sanctuary status? Planned Parenthood of Illinois says yes.
New Chicago Inspector General Deborah Witzburg outlines improvements she'd like to see at CPD
Deborah Witzburg was recently confirmed as the new Chicago Inspector General, and she is already laying out improvements she'd like to see involving the Chicago Police Department.
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Biden to travel Tuesday to Buffalo following mass shooting
Ten people were killed Saturday in what officials are calling a hate crime and a case of racially motivated violent extremism.
Gov. Pritzker signs legislation protecting auto accident victims from rogue towing companies
Among its requirements are a "tow rotation list," in which essentially, police agencies will call an approved list of tow companies whenever there's an accident.
Gov. Pritzker signs new law targeting smash-and-grab thieves
Smash-and-grab thefts have been reported at stores across Chicago and the suburbs.
IDOT orders Oakbrook Terrace to turn off red light cameras due to noncompliance
IDOT announced Thursday that it has revoked its permit for a red-light camera at Route 83 and 22nd Street in Oakbrook Terrace.
State Rep. Kam Buckner enters race for Chicago mayor
Buckner, a Democrat from Bronzeville whose district stretches from the Gold Coast to the South Chicago neighborhood, is serving his second term in the Illinois General Assembly.
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Abbott to resume production of baby formula at Sturgis, Michigan plant after recall
Abbott Nutrition said after its plant in Sturgis, Michigan gets back in operation, product could be back on shelves in six to eight weeks, subject to approval by the Food and Drug Administration.
Chicago gas prices hit new record, at more than $5 per gallon
According to AAA, the average price of a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline is $5.12 as of Tuesday morning.
Parents desperate, searching for options amid persistent nationwide baby formula shortage
Parents are struggling to keep up with the nationwide shortage of baby formula – with several retailers now limiting how much you can buy. So what do you do if you can't find any?
North Chicago man finding himself stuck as he tries to get missing jewelry back from shuttered Sears
A North Chicago man had been saving a diamond ring for a special lady, but now, his dream proposal is ruined.
Chicago area fashion designer suddenly lost more than $100,000 from his PayPal account
The money is back where it belongs now. But Morning Insider Lauren Victory discovered the mystery remains: why did all that cash disappear in the first place?
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COVID-19 reaches 'high' community risk level in Evanston
The Evanston Department of Health and Human Service reported 397 new COVID-19 cases over the last seven days – up from 305 the prior week.
Advocate Aurora Health merging with Charlotte-based Atrium Health
Advocate Aurora Health will be merging with Atrium Health.
CPS launches 'Please Stay' campaign to promote mental health and prevent teen suicides
Chicago Public Schools has become the first school district in the nation to launch a new anti-suicide campaign created by Lady Gaga's Born This Way foundation.
Mayor Lightfoot pledges $500,000 for abortion access ahead of possible overturn of Roe v. Wade
"As long as I am mayor, the city of Chicago will continue to take comprehensive approach to reproductive justice," Lightfoot said.
Chicago moves to medium risk level for COVID-19; masks recommended indoors again
"Chicago moving into the Medium Level does not mean a citywide mask mandate, restrictions on public gatherings, or reinstatement of vaccination requirements at this time," Public Health Commissioner Dr. Allison Arwady said.
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FTX cryptocurrency exchange opens new headquarters in Chicago
Mayor Lori Lightfoot helped cut the ribbon Tuesday morning to open the official U.S. headquarters of FTX, a Bahamas-based cryptocurrency exchange.
Bally's unveils further plans for Chicago casino; some aldermen say it's being pushed through too fast
The city did not conduct a new safety study to determine how crime would be impacted by a casino - in hopes of getting the casino up and generating revenue quickly.
Boeing to move corporate headquarters from Chicago to Arlington, Virginia
A news release said the company will maintain a "significant presence" at its Chicago office at 100 N. Riverside Plaza in the West Loop Gate.
Mayor Lori Lightfoot places bet on Bally's plan for River West casino, but more hurdles remain
The mayor's pick still requires approval by the City Council, and needs the Illinois Gaming Board to approve a casino license for Bally's.
Woman was set to fulfill dream with vegan tattoo shop, only to be shut down by Orland Park zoning laws
An environmentally-conscious suburban woman spent a lot of green to get her business up and running – and then after she had welcomed just one customer, the Village of Orland Park shut her down.
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Dave Chappelle attacked by armed man while onstage in L.A.
The controversial comic laughed off the incident after being tackled, and video appeared to show the person who charged him being beaten onstage.
Naomi Judd, Grammy-winning singer, has died at 76
"We lost our beautiful mother to the disease of mental illness," the Judd sisters said on social media.
'Jersey Boys' is returning to a Chicago stage next week
The new national tour of "Jersey Boys" opens next week at the Cadillac Palace Theatre, celebrating the music of the Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons.
Lollapalooza announces daily lineup; single-day tickets now on sale
The lineup includes Thursday headliners Metallica and Lil Baby, Friday headliners Dua Lipa and Machine Gun Kelly, Saturday headliners J. Cole and Kygo, and Sunday headliners Green Day and Doja Cat.
'Golden Girls' fan convention under way at Navy Pier
The Golden Con for fans of the classic sitcom – starring Bea Arthur, Estelle Getty, Rue McClanahan, and Betty White – runs through Sunday.
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Schaumburg virtual career fair kicks off Monday
From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., the virtual event will offer more than 25 employers looking to hire.
Residents in Clarendon Hills protest against Dunkin Drive thru; concerns of noise and road safety
Morning Insider Lauren Victory explains the plan that's giving neighbors a jolt.
17-year-old charged with murder in death of Seandell Holliday, killed in Millennium Park
A 17-year-old boy has been charged in the death of 16-year-old Seandell Holliday, who was fatally shot in Chicago's Millennium Park Saturday evening as large crowds of young people gathered there.
Unaccompanied minors no longer allowed in Millennium Park after 6 p.m. following chaos that left one
After a chaotic night in Chicago's Loop that left a teenager dead, a new policy will no longer allow unaccompanied minors in Millennium Park after 6 p.m. from Thursday through Sunday. The new policy goes into effect immediately.
1 person injured, dog rescued after apartment building fire in Irving Park
Firefighters rescued a dog from underneath a bed.
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