For National Recovery Month, first responders help to fight stigmas attached to substance abuse
"Because, I think, a lot of us, we are the problem-solvers. When you don't know how to fix your own problems, you tend to feel very lost."
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.
Suspect, person of interest in murder of Romeoville family dead after crash in Oklahoma
Police said a vehicle connected to the suspect was found in Oklahoma where police attempted to stop him before a fiery crash.
Armored truck robbed in Chicago Heights store parking lot
The FBI confirmed they responded to the robbery, and said no injuries were reported.
Megan's Legacy of Hope helps others in crisis
"She was a silent sufferer. It's just not talked about. And honestly, our family didn't talk about this until it was our reality."
Aurora holds celebration for those turning 1 and 100 years old
This year's joint celebration was the first the city has held since the pandemic pause.
Chicago Fire Lt. Kevin Ward laid to rest; "a man who cherished adventure"
Mayor Brandon Johnson described Ward as "a son, a brother, a friend, an uncle, a hero who put his service above himself."
Democratic Party reps visit Chicago to prepare for 2024 DNC
They wanted to give them an overview of what to expect at the convention at the United Center in August 2024.
More than 2,000 dead following earthquake in Morocco
"We know that there is more bad news to come because we are in the process of removing the rubble," said Marilyn Diamond, honorary consul general for Morocco in Illinois.
Taste of Chicago attendance is up, organizers say
Organizers said 70% of the success is reliant on something they can't control -- the weather.
Taste of Chicago kicks off in September for first time
This year, you can expect to see 35 vendors in for the three-day event.
Glen Ellyn Food Pantry opens larger new home amid greater demand
"Our motto, that we've had since the beginning, is making hunger history," said Glen Ellyn Food Pantry executive director Laura Glaza.
Elgin officer gets life lessons from Judson University students
"I'm not just standing up there teaching. They are teaching me a lot of stuff, too."
Boater missing near McCormick Place; 3 others pulled from lake in 24 hours
There is growing concern for safety along the lakefront now that Chicago beaches will no longer have lifeguards on duty, with the end of summer after Labor Day.
Thieves smash windows of up to 20 cars in South Commons
The residents said this was not the first time, as they told CBS 2's Sara Machi about the escalating problem.