
Illinois State Police investigate shooting on Stevenson Expressway
Investigators were seen walking along the expressway with a flashlight looking for evidence late Wednesday.
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Investigators were seen walking along the expressway with a flashlight looking for evidence late Wednesday.
The crash happened just after 2 a.m. in the 1000 block of North Central Avenue. A woman was also critically hurt.
The fire broke out in a building west of Central Avenue and north of Bloomingdale Avenue. The building takes up nearly an entire city block.
The CFD said there had been no injuries as of 10 p.m., and they were working to get the blaze under control.
No matter the weather, the Sandie Norman Ministry sets up at Madison Street and Central Avenue every Friday for prayer, fellowship, and good, hot, homemade food. CBS 2's Jim Williams introduces us to Norman and the impact of her work in this week's Eye on Chicago.
CBS 2's Mugo Odigwe reports a 38-year-old man was driving northbound on Central Avenue, just before midnight, when two armed men tried to stop him and take his car.
Initial reports say the Honda rear-ended the semi and that speed was a contributing factor in the crash.
The Seth P. Warner House was constructed in 1869 on Central Avenue in South Austin. CBS 2's Noel Brennan reports.
The shooting happened at Central Avenue and School Street in Portage Park.
The shooting happened around 2:26 a.m. Sunday at the Vera Lounge on Central Avenue.
A car police were trying to pull over at Fullerton and Central avenues took off, first hitting a Chicago Police squad car and then veering toward a bus stop. CBS 2's Sabrina Franza reports.
Witnesses told CBS 2's Sabrina Franza they are thankful no students or parents were outside at the time.
The shooting happened at Central Avenue and Cermak Road. Kris Habermehl reports from Chopper 2.
A woman was hospitalized Tuesday evening after being shot inside a vehicle in the South Austin neighborhood.
A car and a UPS box truck were involved in an accident Saturday evening in the Jefferson Park neighborhood.
A Chicago Police officer was hit by a car Thursday in the Hanson Park neighborhood, just steps from the Grand Central (25th) District police station.
A 9-year-old boy and a woman were shot and wounded Wednesday afternoon in the South Austin neighborhood.
A 3-year-old boy is dead after being shot Saturday evening in the West Side's South Austin community.
A Metra train hit a milk truck late Tuesday afternoon in the Edgebrook community.
A pedestrian was seriously hurt when she was hit by a bus Tuesday afternoon on the Eisenhower Expressway.
A sister in the Austin neighborhood was out for justice Wednesday in the death of her brother, who was killed in a hit-and-run.
The two-alarm fire broke out in the three-story building at 3234 N. Central Ave. at 7:09 a.m., according to Fire Media Affairs. The building contains four businesses on the first floor and 12 apartments on the upper floors.
The man was shot multiple times in the chest just after 8:20 a.m. in the 300 block of North Central Avenue, according to Chicago Police.
At 12:50 p.m., the 33-year-old was shot in the right leg by someone he was fighting with in the 100 block of South Central Avenue, according to Chicago Police.
About 8:20 p.m., he was walking with a friend in the 1600 block of North Central Avenue when he heard a shot and realized he'd been struck in the abdomen, police said.
The task force addressed its progress for the first time this week, nearly a year after the formation of the unit was first announced.
Jones is accused of asking for a bribe to oppose legislation that would have required a statewide evaluation of red-light camera systems.
Paul Bocska, 58, was found guilty of four counts of criminal sexual assault and 12 counts of aggravated criminal sexual abuse.
Lenyn Sosa and Miguel Vargas homered as the Chicago White Sox beat the Minnesota Twins 3-0 in a game that was shortened to seven innings because of rain.
Sen. Durbin spoke from his home the state capital of in Springfield, where he announced his first senate run back in 1995.
Sen. Durbin spoke from his home the state capital of in Springfield, where he announced his first senate run back in 1995.
Before being elected to the U.S. Senate, Durbin served seven terms in the U.S. House of Representatives — winning his first election to Congress in 1982.
The state of Illinois is considering cutting business ties with El Salvador in response to how that country is working with the Trump administration to hold deported migrants in prison.
The lawsuit said the policy put in place by President Trump has been subject to his "whims rather than the sound exercise of lawful authority."
Illinois Sen. Dick Durbin announced Wednesday he is retiring and will not run for reelection in 2026.
Back in February, Heather Radin had planned to give only $10 to someone she thought was really in need. She is out $5,000.
The iconic Chicago chain known for its hot dogs and Italian beef sandwiches launched its brand new breakfast offerings in five restaurants Tuesday morning.
The application website is expected to open this summer.
Johnsonville, LCC is recalling over 22,600 pounds of cheddar bratwurst in 10 states, including Minnesota and Wisconsin.
The law firms Romanucci and Blandin, representing the families of Antoine Lewis, 39, of Chicago, and Mark Lindquist Law, representing Darcy Belanger, 46, of Denver, Colorado, announced the settlement was reached on Sunday night.
Officials said the case is the only case in Illinois of which they are aware at this time.
The program involves a new text and chat support line — aimed at helping younger people who prefer digital communication.
Amanda Nelson is carrying a child who is not genetically hers for people she didn't know.
Some states want to block SNAP recipients from using benefits to buy sugary foods as part of the "make America healthy again" movement.
The CDC is now struggling to keep up with requests for support from states with measles outbreaks.
The owner of Timeless Toys said he was forced to buy $200,000 worth of toys due to the trade war between the world's two largest economies.
Tinaglia said he supports a new Bears stadium in Arlington Heights, but the franchise and the village need to come to an agreement on common goals.
The Supreme Court appears to be leaning toward a Catholic charitable organization pushing back against the state of Wisconsin in the latest religious rights case to come before the court.
Notably in St. Louis, hometown company Anheuser-Busch ended a 30-year partnership. Bud Light is also a top sponsor of Chicago pride events — and there may be a change there too.
Singleton will be the first to tell you her success is not a solo act.
Cynthia Erivo, Janelle Monáe and Grace Jones, and Kygo are among this year's performances in Highland Park from June 6 to Aug. 31.
"Grey's Anatomy" and "Euphoria" star Eric Dane said he is still able to work and will return to the HBO drama.
Jay North, who starred on TV's "Dennis the Menace" for four seasons starting in 1959, has died.
Nintendo has announced a June 5 launch date for its latest gaming console, the Switch 2.
A unique talent, Val Kilmer was praised as an acting chameleon who took on varied and challenging roles, and the results were often memorable.
Chief meteorologist Albert Ramon has the latest First Alert Weather forecast.
Chicago police announced a woman has been charged in the Lincoln Park shooting that left a man dead last week.
In this clip from the Channel 2 News at 4 p.m. on June 6, 1995, then-U.S. Rep. Dick Durbin speaks with anchors Larry Mendte and Joan Lovett about his run for U.S. Senate, how he plans to gain name recognition, and his thoughts about the Republican-led Congress at the time.
This finding comes at a time when an estimated 14 million people in the United States have medical debt, according to an analysis by the Kaiser Family Foundation. Ash-har Quraishi reports.
Tens of thousands of mourners are saying their final farewells to Pope Francis, on the second day of a public viewing in the Vatican, as cardinals prepare for next month’s conclave to select the new pope.
Evanston ramen restaurant owner Kenny Chou admits he had lost it when the video was taken Saturday afternoon.
A woman has been charged with murder in a Lincoln Park shooting that left a 28-year-old man dead.
Judge Victoria Rossetti gave Robert Crimo III seven consecutive life sentences for his murder convictions, plus 50 years for each of the 48 attempted murder charges.
The task force addressed its progress for the first time this week, nearly a year after the formation of the unit was first announced.
If she wins, Stratton would be the second Black woman elected to represent Illinois in the Senate.
The task force addressed its progress for the first time this week, nearly a year after the formation of the unit was first announced.
The lawsuit accuses Chicago Police of using excessive force on children.
The botched raid on the innocent Mendez family in November 2017 sparked CBS News Chicago's yearslong investigation into Chicago Police officers raiding the wrong homes.
Making the Chicago River a healthy, biodiverse and climate resilient lifeline through the city is the focus of many groups and city officials working with new standards, permits, and an eye on climate change.
Peter Mendez was only 9 years old when his family's home was wrongly raided by Chicago Police back in November 2017. Seven and a half years later, the Mendez family is finally getting their day in court.
Lenyn Sosa and Miguel Vargas homered as the Chicago White Sox beat the Minnesota Twins 3-0 in a game that was shortened to seven innings because of rain.
Byron Buxton and Trevor Larnach homered help the Minnesota Twins beat the last-place Chicago White Sox 6-3 on Wednesday night.
Dansby Swanson had two hits and two RBIs as the NL Central-leading Cubs improved to 4-1 on an eight-game homestand.
McMichael played 13 seasons with the Bears from 1981 to 1993, and ranks second only to Richard Dent in team history with 92.5 sacks.
The Cubs were down to their last out in the ninth when Miguel Amaya hit a solo homer off Tanner Scott that landed in the basket in center field.
The task force addressed its progress for the first time this week, nearly a year after the formation of the unit was first announced.
Paul Bocska, 58, was found guilty of four counts of criminal sexual assault and 12 counts of aggravated criminal sexual abuse.
A woman has been charged with murder in a Lincoln Park shooting that left a 28-year-old man dead.
Authorities said Nicholas Novak fired a shotgun at police at the end of a chase from Plano to Aurora, after already having shot and killed his father.
Park Ridge police said 40-year-old Matthew Cameron, of Niles, Illinois, is charged with four counts of aggravated battery.