Residents fed up with fireworks in Chicago's Lincoln Park neighborhood
The fireworks have been going off for weeks for reasons unknown in the area of Clark Street between Diversey and Fullerton parkways.
The fireworks have been going off for weeks for reasons unknown in the area of Clark Street between Diversey and Fullerton parkways.
The fireworks happen anywhere between 7 a.m. and 10:30 p.m., and have even been mistaken for gunshots on Citizen app and other platforms.
University of Chicago Law School professor Craig Futterman said the case shows how sending out officers with bad information can potentially lead to disaster.
The fireworks will return next Memorial Day weekend.
The free summer tradition starts tonight at 10 p.m.
Illinois State Reps. Jonathan Carroll (D-Northbrook) and Joe Sosnowski (R-Rockford) both sponsored legislation to expand fireworks sales in Illinois.
"I think people want the ability to celebrate, which absolutely makes sense for the holiday, and just trying to figure out how to do it responsibly."
First responders in Chicago juggled everything from severe weather, thousands of illegal fireworks calls, and at least 57 people shot over the long Fourth of July weekend. As CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey reported, the shootings total was an improvement from the violence the city saw last year, according to police.
Neighbors on the scene say they were awoken in the middle of the night by people telling them to get out of their homes.
The Pier didn't have fireworks planned for the Fourth of July but did have other entertainment for the holiday.
You can catch fireworks displays at Navy Pier every Wednesday and Saturday through Labor Day weekend.
If you're looking forward to the display in West suburban Saint Charles, that location has moved. Fireworks will be launched from Langum Park on 7th and Madison Avenues. The new launch site allows fireworks to be seen along the Fox River.
Fireworks will be launched from Langum Park on 7th and Madison Avenues. The new launch site allows fireworks to be seen along the Fox River.
Nine people were transported to local hospitals with "injuries ranging from minor to critical."
Celebrate the Fourth of July with these fireworks shows around the Chicagoland area.
Pyrotecnico creates firework shows and effects for the White Sox, Bears, Bulls, Blackhawks, the city of Chicago, and Navy Pier, among others across the region and around the world.
The fireworks are a longstanding, and illegal, tradition that's getting on some residents' nerves.
It's not the Fourth of July without fireworks, but in case you didn't know, setting off fireworks without a license is illegal in Chicago's city limits.
They say even a sparkler can cause serious burns if there is an accident.
The first show will be Wednesday at 9 p.m., then again on Saturday at 10 p.m.
The men, all age 19, were charged with multiple crimes in connection with the incident.
This is the second incident where crowds attacked CPD vehicles.
Navy Pier's fireworks show's explosive grand finale wowed the crowds for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic began and lit up Chicago's lakefront to kick off the holiday weekend.
In addition to being illegal in Chicago, the city's Fire Department emphasizes that fireworks are dangerous.
In addition to being illegal in Chicago, the city’s Fire Department emphasizes that fireworks are dangerous.
Amaan Khan, whose mom was born in Pakistan, got the opportunity to pitch for the Pakistan national team.
The boy was stabbed in the back near North Dearborn Avenue and West Lake Street.
Steve Buscemi was allegedly punched in the face in Manhattan's Kips Bay neighborhood last week.
Protesters have been there for two weeks.
They gathered in Daley Plaza to tell their stories in hopes of putting a spotlight on these cold cases.
Illinois Senate Bill 1807 looks to make "fleeing or attempting to elude" an officer by car a felony.
Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle say the request is pretty much a non-starter.
U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (R-North Carolina), who chairs the House Education and Workforce Committee, said she has "grave concerns regarding Northwestern's persistent failure in addressing antisemitism."
The highly anticipated State Department report doesn't formally conclude Israel is in violation of U.S. or international law.
The university has said protesters sleeping in tents were given fair warning before the encampment was removed, but protesters said there was no such warning.
Alderpeople are looking to try to stop rogue towers from making thousands off drivers who thought they were signing their car away to someone they could trust.
Employees at dozens of now-closed Foxtrot Market and Dom's Kitchen stores, now jobless, wonder what comes next for them as their paychecks will soon end.
The family didn't get their cut of the estate sale, not hearing back from the salesman until CBS 2 got involved.
The Better Business Bureau warns that anyone buying an event ticket should watch out for fake ticket scams.
Financial records show Paul Croft and J.D. Frost raised about $30 million for a hydrogen plant that was supposed to be, at one point, in Indiana. It never existed, an attorney says.
Researchers hope their findings will inspire action to make hearing aid devices more affordable since they can cost over $1,000 per ear.
First known HIV cases from a nonsterile injection for cosmetic reasons highlights the risk of unlicensed providers.
The city's measles dashboard said a total of 63 measles cases have been confirmed in Chicago this year, with one new case this week.
The department said anyone who visited the Sam's Club at 9400 S. Western Ave. in Evergreen Park one day last week may have been exposed to someone with measles.
Health officials are warning consumers not to consume Infinite Herbs basil sold at some Trader Joe's and Dierberg's stores after 12 people were sickened.
Biden campaigned in the spot where Trump, to much fanfare, lauded a plan by Taiwan-based electronics giant Foxconn plan to build a $10 billion manufacturing facility that was supposed to eventually employ 10,000 people. Except it was never completed.
The Illinois Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act requires employers to notify workers of mass layoffs 60 days in advance.
Mayor Brandon Johnson denied that the Bears' shiny new dome could end up costing taxpayers a pretty penny.
Employees at dozens of now-closed Foxtrot Market and Dom's Kitchen stores, now jobless, wonder what comes next for them as their paychecks will soon end.
The company announced Tuesday that it received a stalking horse bid to purchase its operating assets.
Steve Buscemi was allegedly punched in the face in Manhattan's Kips Bay neighborhood last week.
This will be the first baby for Hailey and Justin Beiber, who announced their pregnancy after more than five years of marriage.
Brian Fox, a fellow producer and engineer at Albini's Electrical Audio studio in Chicago, confirmed Albini passed away Tuesday night from a heart attack.
For the past three months, a cast of 10 Asian American/Pacific Islander comedians has been working on the new program, "Youth in Asia (Are You Proud of Me Yet?)"
The stars came out for the the 2024 Met Gala in New York City. See some of the most eye-catching outfits of the night.
Amaan Khan, whose mom was born in Pakistan, got the opportunity to pitch for the Pakistan national team.
The victim was discovered to be pregnant and nearly full-term in April.
A 15-year-old was stabbed Sunday afternoon near Dearborn and Lake in Chicago's Loop. He was rushed to Lurie Children's Hospital in fair condition.
CBS 2 Meteorologist David Yeomans has the 5:30 p.m. forecast for Sunday, May 12, 2024.
On Saturday night they said they were at a stalemate with the university. Some students say they are worried it could all come down to arrests.
Protesters have been there for two weeks.
They gathered in Daley Plaza to tell their stories in hopes of putting a spotlight on these cold cases.
The victim was discovered to be pregnant and nearly full-term in April.
There will be a dry start Monday, but storms become widespread in the late-afternoon
Amaan Khan, whose mom was born in Pakistan, got the opportunity to pitch for the Pakistan national team.
Expert panel discussion centers the focus on the disparity that 1 in 3 victims of crime in Chicago is a Black woman
Police arrived at the scene sooner than if they had waited for the first 911 call.
Anthony Robinson's attorney said his previous defense lawyer failed to present evidence that showed it was physically impossible for him to be the shooter.
The village board is working on a resolution to hire Lightfoot, a former federal prosecutor before her lone term as Chicago's mayor, to investigate claims Henyard has been misusing public funds.
DCFS Director Heidi Mueller was asked Thursday why some kids in the system are being held in psychiatric hospitals longer than medically necessary.
Amaan Khan, whose mom was born in Pakistan, got the opportunity to pitch for the Pakistan national team.
Mike Clevinger combined with three relievers on a four-hitter, and the Chicago White Sox topped the Cleveland Guardians 3-1 on Saturday night for their season-high fourth consecutive victory.
Paul Skenes struck out seven over four-plus innings in his major league debut and Yasmani Grandal hit a go-ahead three-run homer as the Pittsburgh Pirates edged the Chicago Cubs 10-9 on Saturday.
The last team to draw that many free passes with runners at every base in one inning was the Chicago White Sox in 1959.
Taking advantage of a costly error on second baseman Gabriel Arias, the Sox improved to 8-6 since their ugly 3-22 start.
Steve Buscemi was allegedly punched in the face in Manhattan's Kips Bay neighborhood last week.
It was unclear late Friday if the two burglaries are related. But restaurant owner Billy Alvarez said there have been one too many.
Illinois Senate Bill 1807 looks to make "fleeing or attempting to elude" an officer by car a felony.
The victim was walking around 7 a.m. when an unknown offender shot him in the chest, Chicago police said. He was taken to Loyola Hospital, where he died.
The employees on the scene were not injured, UIC police said.