Fears rise among Muslim residents after threat to Islamic school
The incident came just days after the funeral of 6-year-old Wadea Al-Fayoume, who was stabbed to death because he was Muslim.
Alderwoman, aide swarmed over migrant tent camp plans in Brighton Park
Mayor Brandon Johnson denounced the "unconscionable" attack, saying, "any violent act against an elected official in our city is unacceptable and must be condemned in the strongest terms."
Markham first responders decry higher health insurance costs
At Markham City Hall, firefighters lined the walls, but instead of responding, they were the ones sounding the alarm.
Chicago area residents mourn Muslim boy killed in alleged hate crime
While hearts were heavy, the Plainfield community continued to wrap its arms around the grieving family.
Palestinian American boy, 6, laid to rest after fatal stabbing
The atmosphere outside and inside the mosque was somber as many made their way in to pay their respects to the family of Wadee Alfayoumi.
Friday Blitz: Brother Rice v. Montini
CBS 2's Jermont Terry reports from Brother Rice High School where they are preparing for their big homecoming game against Montini Catholic.
Escalating Middle East tensions prompt extra security for Chicago area schools and places of worship
"I know many students are scared; are trying to decide whether or not they should not even go to school, or leave their homes," said Hailey Stern, with the non-profit Israel education organization Stand With Us.
Pro-Palestinian group marches in Chicago's Loop
The Chicago Coalition for Justice in Palestine organized the march to protest what the group called "war crimes" by Israel against Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank.
Cubs employee suffers "allergic reaction" to package at team office building
Police said one person was taken to Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center after "coming into contact with a skin irritant."
Deerfield man heads to Israel to fight Hamas, as Evanston family fears for missing loved ones
Drew Silberman is enlisted in the Israeli reserve army. The 22-year-old hopped on a plane soon after word of the Hamas attack on Israel got to him.
West Lawn residents say thieves are breaking into cars night after night
Neighbors are worried the thefts will only get worse, because the crooks know cameras are recording.
Good Samaritan shares story of helping woman robbed in alley in Little Italy
"I just saw some defenseless woman getting attacked, and I just kind of acted on it," Joey Matteis said.
Chicago Police officer hit by flying glass in shootout in Back of the Yards
The CFD said an officer suffered an abrasion to her arm from glass, and was treated on the scene.
Alderman, residents upset over plan to house migrants in Galewood park field house
Once a packed meeting got under way, residents booed and chanted at city leaders. They stood shoulder-to-shoulder as they lashed out.
After man is shot during youth football game, some question whether playing in park is safe
Instead of tackles, the players dodged bullets.