Chicago police seek to question suspect in CTA Red Line attack of elderly passenger
A man and a woman, both between the ages of 25 and 30 years old, are seen on cell phone video of the attack.
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A man and a woman, both between the ages of 25 and 30 years old, are seen on cell phone video of the attack.
This time some hard-to-watch video shows an elderly passenger getting robbed and hit with a wine bottle.
"They said this would be a jewel of Chicago, and this is not a jewel of Chicago," said Timothy Sable. "This is literally a hazard."
As CBS 2’s Sabrina Franza reports, the flyover still hasn’t been fixed. And Franza has also learned what has been causing it to fall apart.
The CTA Brown Line flyover north of the Belmont Avenue stop is less than a year old – but for months, we have been documenting chunks of concrete falling from it. CBS 2's Sabrina Franza reports.
CTA President Dorval Carter has yet to address why he did not show up to the hearing on Wednesday.
A South Shore man is charged with a rash of pickpocket thefts that happened on the CTA over the past two weeks.
The suspect allegedly knocked the victim to the ground, took her personal property and fled.
Police initially spotted the man because he was smoking at the 79th Street station.
The suspects are all believed to be 18 to 25 years old, police said.
The man was clearly bleeding when he got off the Chicago Transit Authority train.
The victim said he was shot on a train between the Sox-35th and Cermak-Chinatown stops. CBS 2's Jermont Terry reports.
We have learned the man arrested was a convicted felon on parole.
The suspect, Marvin Floyd, should not have had a gun to begin with, as he was a felon on parole from another gun case. CBS 2's Tara Molina reports.
We have learned the man arrested was a convicted felon on parole. CBS 2's Tara Molina reports.
Chicago Police say a man was stabbed at a Green Line station Friday night, but CTA officials say it's not on their cameras.
A person is injured after being stabbed during an argument at the Ashland Green Line Station Friday night.
As we headed into the long holiday weekend Friday, many CTA Red Line riders have been feeling rattled after a series of violent crimes across the city's busiest 'L' line.
As we headed into the long holiday weekend Friday, many CTA Red Line riders have been feeling rattled after a series of violent crimes across the city's busiest 'L' line. CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey reports.
The first K-9 CTA units were deployed on the Red Line on Friday. CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey reports.
A suspect is charged in the shooting death of a man at the CTA 69th Red Line station last month.
The CTA signed a new 18-month contract last week with Action K9 to provide up to 100 unarmed guards and 50 canines per day.
The incident happened on June 21st in the 200 block of West 47th Street.
CBS 2's Jackie Kostek pressed the CTA for an interview Wednesday. The CTA declined, but did say its system is still very safe. But some recent crime victims to not agree.
CBS 2's Jackie Kostek pressed the CTA for an interview Wednesday. The CTA declined.
Police say that's when the suspects pepper-sprayed the 51-year-old clerk in the face and took several items and multiple cash registers.
Mild temperatures on Monday are in the 50s, with dreary conditions.
The shooters' vehicle fled in an unknown direction.
It was the second championship for the second-seeded Wildcats (23-1-0), who have played for the title in four straight seasons.
The balloon is just the beginning for IAMS' mission to support better dog health and wellness.
The 29-person team will advise the prosecutor's office on everything from handling gun violence cases to wrongful convictions to public corruption.
Parking garage managers said the number of parkers is down since the pandemic, as more people work remotely, leaving them struggling to make a profit.
Cook Cook State's Attorney Kim Foxx sat down with CBS News Chicago to reflect on her legacy after eight years in office.
President-elect Donald Trump announced Gaetz as his nominee to be attorney general last week.
The reopened Pilsen facility is one of three that Mayor Brandon Johnson promised would reopen by the end of the year.
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.
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.
An attorney representing a conservative prosecutor struggled Monday to convince Wisconsin's liberal-leaning Supreme Court to reactivate the state's 175-year-old abortion ban.
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.
Wonder Group, a New York-based food ordering company that touts "fast fine" dining, is set to be Grubhub's new owner.
Foxtrot will be pouring free drip coffee between 6 a.m. and 10 a.m. at the Fulton Market location to celebrate the reopening.
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.
It's time for your Mental Health Minute. Crafting can calm you down and improve your mood, here's why.
Holiday travel ramps up this week. CBS News Chicago's Shardaa Gray has some travel tips ahead of Thanksgiving.
On Saturday, police said a 19-year-old woman was walking on the sidewalk near the intersection of State and Washington streets shortly before 9 p.m. Police told Ald. William Conway (34th) that a juvenile suspect was in custody Sunday evening in connection with the incident, and was charged with unlawful use of a weapon.
A convenience store employee was pepper sprayed during a robbery in Old Town just 30 minutes before a similar robber was reported in The Loop Sunday night.
Meteorologist Laura Bannon has the extended forecast.
Video obtained by CBS News Chicago shows the 19-year-old being transported on a stretcher out of the department store.
Caleb Williams threw for 340 yards and two touchdowns for the Bears (4-7), who lost their fifth straight.
The Transportation Security Administration projects the busiest days at airports will be the Tuesday and Wednesday before Thanksgiving, and the Sunday after the holiday.
Police say that's when the suspects pepper-sprayed the 51-year-old clerk in the face and took several items and multiple cash registers.
Mild temperatures on Monday are in the 50s, with dreary conditions.
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.
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.
The police department has spent $22.6 million in overtime this year for officers working special events — only about $2 million of which has been reimbursed to the city.
It was the second championship for the second-seeded Wildcats (23-1-0), who have played for the title in four straight seasons.
Caleb Williams threw for 340 yards and two touchdowns for the Bears (4-7), who lost their fifth straight.
Pippen, playing in the arena where his Hall of Fame father's retired number hangs, had 26 points in the first three quarters for Memphis, which has won three of its last four.
Brandi Robinson is an undefeated pro boxer from Sauk Village, who is now preparing for a big fight later this month in Rosemont.
Jeremiyah Love scored three touchdowns, tying a school record with his 11th straight game with a rushing TD, and No. 6 Notre Dame ended No. 18 Army's 13-game winning streak with a 49-14 victory at Yankee Stadium.
The shooters' vehicle fled in an unknown direction.
Video obtained by CBS News Chicago shows the 19-year-old being transported on a stretcher out of the department store.
The shooting happened as crowds were packing downtown for the annual Magnificent Mile Lights Festival and Christkindlmarket in Daley Plaza.
The NBA is urging its players to take additional precautions to secure their homes following reports of recent high-profile burglaries of dwellings owned by Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis and Kansas City Chiefs teammates Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce.
K9 officer Riggs served 8 years on the force. He was 10 years old.
