Slow, frustrating commute on first day of Phase 2 of Kennedy Expressway reconstruction
The express lanes will remain shut down between the Edens Expressway junction and Ohio Street through the fall.
Some claim conflict of interest in Chicago Teachers Union student voting rally
One group with which the union is partnering – Bring Chicago Home, the group behind a real estate transfer tax referendum – has some questioning whether the CTU has crossed the line.
Rogers Park youth football team loses $30,000 worth of equipment when car fire spreads
The team is determined that the community will pull together and help the more than 100 youngsters get back on the field.
Flossmoor Mayor: Village 'parting ways' with police chief due to performance issues
This comes days after hundreds of Chief Jerel Jones' supporters packed the Flossmoor Village Hall Monday night, demanding answers.
Northwest Side Chicago man has thieves get into his car by cloning his key fob
A CBS News Investigation last year highlighted how thieves are using digital programs to break into push-start vehicles and override the system - making the cars easier to steal.
Neighbors, alderman appalled by street takeover on Milwaukee Avenue
Even when Chicago Police arrived, the street party did not stop.
Residents of Flossmoor outraged over possible ouster of police chief
There is talk that the mayor and village manager want Chief Jerel Jones out, and it has all left many surprised – including the chief himself.
Kia, Hyundai owners could get cut of $145 million settlement
It all stems from the cars being easier targets for thieves because of their design.
After car break-ins, South Loop residents doubt ideas for solutions
To deter thieves, Ald. Pat Dowell (3rd) has decided to clip some trees, and has upped the watts of streetlights.
Judge orders Trump removed from Illinois primary ballot, but puts order on hold
Cook County Circuit Judge Tracie R. Porter issued the ruling Wednesday.
Severe storms bring tornadoes, hail to Chicago area and beyond
On Wednesday morning, the wind chill will be in the single digits in some parts of the area.
Would-be robber, Loop jewelry store worker who shot him both released without charges
CBS 2 Legal Analyst Irv Miller said this was a clear case of self-defense on the employee's part.
Judge tosses Chicago referendum on tax hike on some home sales to fight homelessness
The referendum remains on the ballot, but if the judge's ruling stands, the votes will not be counted.
Off-duty Chicago Police officer fires shot at men running at his car in Lincoln Park
The officer was driving north in the alley behind Halsted Street, when he saw two men running toward his car who may have been trying to carjack him, police said.
8 hospitalized, baby in critical condition, after South Shore high-rise fire
People were seen screaming for help as they found themselves trapped in the burning building and hung out of the windows.