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Over a 15-year period, 6,253 cars crashed into 7-Eleven storefronts in the U.S. – an average of 1.14 per day.
Eight of the nine candidates reiterated why they believe they are the best for the job and pointed out the flaws of their opponents.
The man is a valid Concealed Carry License and Firearm Owners Identification Card holder, police said. A SWAT team was called to the scene after the incident.
"This afternoon we lost a friend of more than 40 years to our family and the Bears," Bears chairman George H. McCaskey said in a news release.
Some 1,500 union members walked out after nine months of negotiations.
The Harper Square Cooperative at 48th and Lake Park doesn't have a sprinkler system, because it predates a Chicago requirement for all high-rises built after 1975 to have fire sprinklers.
Officers were outside the Virgin Hotels in The Loop on north Wabash just after midnight.
One fisherman had fallen through the ice, and another helped get him out. But both fishermen remained flat on the ice waiting for rescuers.
The chilly weather isn't stopping Cook County Sheriff Thomas Dart and Alderman Matt O'Shea (19th) from diving in for a good cause.
"We in the chair. We're disabled. How do we live our life? We explained that to them today."
The state still is not in good standing.
Eligible families would receive a $700 income tax credit for each child under age 17.
The explosion happened at Olon Industries, a countertop manufacturing facility.
Organizers are hoping the third time is the charm to not see the queen of hearts in the first round.
The winning ticket was sold at the Thornton's gas station on Grand and Green Bay.
Meteorologist Kylee Miller has the Thanksgiving forecast.
The temporary ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah remained intact on Wednesday, following more than a year of cross-border fighting, fueling cautious optimism in the Middle East.
Santa Cruises on Lake Geneva is the perfect way to celebrate this holiday season. Take a ride with Jackie Kostek.
A man has been charged with murder in a deadly road rage shooting on Interstate 80 near southwest suburban New Lenox earlier this week
Destress before the holidays with Club Pilates with "Planksgiving."
The alders' idea is to move almost all city departments back to their budget allocation from 2020, but to add an inflation adjustment.
Walmart is rolling back its diversity, equity and inclusion policies, joining a growing list of major corporations doing the same after coming under attack by conservative activists.
While Henyard had no trouble getting into the giving spirit, there is something she simply can't get going — a trustee meeting. Some trustees are deliberately denying her a quorum.
Johnson had planned to eliminate dozens of positions in charge of overseeing the reforms in order to cuts costs from the city budget.
In the poll, a total of 800 Chicagoans were asked a dozen questions about city leadership, finances, and ways to balance the budget.
So far, despite several requests, the woman has not been able to get a hold of her medical records to send to her new doctors.
Those in the industry who spoke to CBS News Chicago said their margins are already so slim that an increased liquor tax could drive business owners to close their doors.
Robin McElroy said she loves everything about her Morgan Park home—except for the panic-inducing surprises she has been getting in the mail about her supposedly unpaid taxes.
Scammers often get financial information and personal details, or lure in veterans with videos that claim they can win lots of money,
It's the season of giving, but if you're not careful with finances, you could be getting a hefty bill at the end of the holiday season.
Annesley Clark and Christine Corso were determined to say their vows before it was too late. So when Clark's nurses at Northwestern Medicine heard the couple's story, they jumped right into action.
Little Penelope Lo Destro's parents were about to start their family when there was a terrible diagnosis.
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
The FDA sent a warning letter flagging "significant violations" of manufacturing regulations for Tom's of Maine toothpaste.
The 65-year-old actor and stand-up comedian, best known for portraying Joey Gladstone on "Full House," said he first noticed symptoms in October.
The brewery was founded in the Ravinia District in Highland Park, where the music venue is also located.
The team says it is still focusing on a new stadium in the city of Chicago.
Owner Ricky Burns made a big dream come true in the tiny space on Western Avenue in West Ridge.
Those in the industry who spoke to CBS News Chicago said their margins are already so slim that an increased liquor tax could drive business owners to close their doors.
The nonprofit Far South Community Development Corporation is working to create everlasting change—and has a vision specifically for the commercial corridor at 115th and Halsted streets.
The 17-time Grammy Award-winning artist's new album features 12 songs.
The British pop star is bringing her Brat 2025 arena tour to the Allstate Arena on April 28 at 7 p.m
Ravyn Lenae, a rising R&B star from the South Side of Chicago, is among the artists announced Wednesday for the popular California desert music festival.
Speaking to American Theatre in 2018, Vire said he arrived in Chicago as a "lapsed actor," and fell into theatre criticism "through the back door."
"America demanded it and now it's happening: Taco Bell's new Cheesy Chalupa Supreme. In other news, I'm hosting the Oscars," Conan O'Brien said.
Meteorologist Kylee Miller has the Thanksgiving forecast.
The temporary ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah remained intact on Wednesday, following more than a year of cross-border fighting, fueling cautious optimism in the Middle East.
Santa Cruises on Lake Geneva is the perfect way to celebrate this holiday season. Take a ride with Jackie Kostek.
A man has been charged with murder in a deadly road rage shooting on Interstate 80 near southwest suburban New Lenox earlier this week
Destress before the holidays with Club Pilates with "Planksgiving."
Lenier Clayton was driving home from work when 45-year-old Phillip E. Rogers allegedly shot him following an argument on I-80, police said.
Marko Niketic, 17, was killed in a car crash last spring. An alleged drunken driver was speeding at more than 130 mph just before the crash, prosecutors have said.
Police are asking businesses in the area to report suspicious activity and make sure surveillance cameras are recording.
If you are staying local in Chicago, whether that be getting to your holiday destination or have any last-minute grocery shopping to do, clouds will remain in the area.
Sheriff's officials said the boys' father was illegally passing other vehicles by driving in oncoming traffic at the time of the crash.
Police have said officers were investigating robberies near 55th and Pulaski, when they saw two suspects believed to be armed get into a Lexus and speed away.
Police are already looking ahead to the Thanksgiving Day Parade later this week.
The 29-person team will advise the prosecutor's office on everything from handling gun violence cases to wrongful convictions to public corruption.
Cook Cook State's Attorney Kim Foxx sat down with CBS News Chicago to reflect on her legacy after eight years in office.
A judge released Constantin Beldie on electronic monitoring in October, after he allegedly beat and tried to kidnap his estranged wife. He's now accused of killing her weeks later.
Coby White scored 21 points and Zach Lavine had 18 for the Bulls.
Williams is on the first short week of his NFL career. He admitted he had a few "mess-ups" during the Bears' walkthrough on Tuesday, as he needs to speed up his learning of this week's game plan.
Louisville transfer Tre White also scored 16 points and Will Riley added 13 for Illinois (5-1).
The team says it is still focusing on a new stadium in the city of Chicago.
It was the second championship for the second-seeded Wildcats (23-1-0), who have played for the title in four straight seasons.
Lenier Clayton was driving home from work when 45-year-old Phillip E. Rogers allegedly shot him following an argument on I-80, police said.
Lenier Clayton was only 30 years old with so much more life left to live and love to give, his mother said.
The victim was taken to the University of Chicago Medical Center where he was listed in critical condition.
Police said 52-year-old Victor Sessoms has been charged with one count of felony theft.
Police have said officers were investigating robberies near 55th and Pulaski, when they saw two suspects believed to be armed get into a Lexus and speed away.
