Crown Point, Indiana hosts Christmas tree bonfire
The tree burning was held at the Lake County Fairgrounds. It was monitored by firefighters.
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The tree burning was held at the Lake County Fairgrounds. It was monitored by firefighters.
The tree burning was held at the Lake County Fairgrounds. It was monitored by firefighters.
The tree burning starts at 6 p.m. at the Lake County Fairgrounds near 121st Avenue and Court Street.
The department just got a big boost in the form of a $2.2 million federal grant to help hiring.
A Northwest Indiana town won a huge federal grant called SAFER, to make residents well, safer. The money will enable the local fire department to hire seven more men and women.
Dale Huttle, 61, is charged in a criminal complaint filed in the District of Columbia with assaulting, resisting, or impeding officers with a dangerous weapon.
A Crown Point, Ind., man has been arrested on felony charges, including assaulting law enforcement officers with a dangerous weapon, for his actions during the breach of the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.
A Crown Point, Ind., man has been arrested on felony charges, including assaulting law enforcement officers with a dangerous weapon, for his actions during the breach of the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021. Dale Huttle, 71, is charged in a criminal complaint filed in the District of Columbia with assaulting, resisting, or impeding officers with a dangerous weapon, interfering with law enforcement officers during a civil disorder, and related felony and misdemeanor offenses.
The network is being restored, with the district saying it may have been compromised and investigating if any personal information was accessed.
There was no school today for students in Crown Point, Indiana, after a possible computer breach. The local school district said their network may have been compromised.
The wrong-way driver hit several cars, and a 48-year-old man and a 28-year-old woman died.
The wrong-way driver hit several cars, and a 48-year-old man and a 28-year-old woman died.
Shoppers can swing by and purchase items from dozens of local vendors and artists.
Shoppers can swing by and purchase items from dozens of local vendors and artists.
Hundreds of volunteers in Crown Point, Indiana will pack up an astounding 90,000 meals for local families.
"Dave needs to be there for his family, to be able to be there. So I had no problem giving up my vacation time that I'm not currently using, to help him out."
The arrest came more than three months after the shooting death of Damonte Robinson, 23.
This tale of a cross-country move involves the police coming for the mover, people's property being swapped, items arriving damaged, and a very frustrated couple who were just trying to move.
This tale of a cross-country move involves the police coming for the mover, people's property being swapped, items arriving damaged, and a very frustrated couple. CBS 2's Tim McNicholas reports.
Northwest Indiana saw blizzard conditions all afternoon Thursday as a heavy snowstorm pounded the Chicago area.
"Just the fact that holiday season is coming up. It's a very weird time to be doing it."
More than 800 students in Crown Point, Indiana were told to quarantine at home just Tuesday, but a day later, they're being told to come back.
Masks will be now required in schools in Crown Point, Indiana because of a surge of COVID-19 cases.
A car crashed into a house in Crown Point, Indiana Monday night.
Chances are Christmas is coming a little later than usual for some in the Chicago area, as gifts sent through the U.S. Postal Service were still in limbo a day after Christmas for many people.
The current Colorado Rockies third baseman hired a company to move his $300,000 car from his residence in Colorado to his off-season home in Las Vegas—but the car never made it there.
More than 400 turkeys were given away on Sunday in the West Elsdon neighborhood—and for many, the event was about more than just a free meal.
Giannoulias visited Jordan Temple Baptist Church in west suburban Hillside Sunday morning for National Donor Sabbath.
Nurses will vote to ratify the a contract this coming Tuesday.
Help from FEMA may include grants for temporary housing, basic home repair or replacement, and other disaster-related expenses.
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.
Snelling laid out the challenges the department is facing—and how, following the imposition of a consent decree, it can help to create a culture change to form a top police department in the country.
Martinez's funeral is set for Monday of next week. In a statement, the Mayor's office said Mayor Johnson plans to attend the funeral alongside Supt. Larry Snelling.
The Democrat looking to unseat an incumbent Republican in a close Iowa congressional race has asked for a recount.
A new report shows Wisconsin voters approved a record number of school referenda in 2024 elections.
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.
For the first time since 1938, children in Des Moines, Iowa, will go trick-or-treating on Halloween. The city began its unusual custom of opting for Beggar's Night decades ago in hopes of tamping down on hooliganism.
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.
The "Dawson's Creek" alum shared the news on Sunday and said that despite the diagnosis, there is "reason for optimism, and I'm feeling good."
Three patients at the University of Chicago Medicine are in the trial for the treatment.
Some pathogens that contaminate food are even showing up in the U.S. for the first time thanks to climate change.
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.
With the release of part one of her new memoir, Cher talks about her relationship - on stage and off - with Sonny Bono, and why their TV partnership survived beyond their marriage.
"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.
The IBA also gave out the Silver Dome Awards at its luncheon Wednesday.
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.
John Krasinski is People magazine's Sexiest Man Alive for 2024. The magazine announced the actor-writer-director as its pick during "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert."
Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon has your 5:30 p.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024.
The mall held a big celebration with carolers, gifts, and a tree-lighting ceremony.
The party for the Bears-Packers game was organized by Chief Dominique Leach from Lexington Betty Smokehouse.
There continue to be questions about some of President-elect Trump's controversial cabinet picks—and their ability to be confirmed in the new Senate. Cristian Benavides reports.
More than 400 turkeys were given away on Sunday in the West Elsdon neighborhood—and for many, the event was about more than just a free meal. Shardaa Gray reports.
Officer Martinez, 26, was shot and killed during a traffic stop near 80th and Ingleside on Nov. 4.
The Packers beat the last-place Bears (4-6) for the 11th straight time, the longest streak by either team in the storied rivalry.
Jun Zhang, 30, was found shot to death on the front porch of a residence on Nov. 17, 2023, in the 800 block of South Plum Road.
The current Colorado Rockies third baseman hired a company to move his $300,000 car from his residence in Colorado to his off-season home in Las Vegas—but the car never made it there.
More than 400 turkeys were given away on Sunday in the West Elsdon neighborhood—and for many, the event was about more than just a free meal.
"How is this possible that so many things could have gone wrong and allowed for this to happen?" Candice Gatlin said.
City law requires festival producers to reimburse the city for police overtime worked at their events, but records requests show the city is not retroactively charging for it.
Residents' finances are stretched to the max, and they are reaching out to say enough has not been done to finalize repairs and get them back into their homes.
Caitlin Tracey's family did not want her husband to have her remains because of a history of domestic violence allegations.
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.
The current Colorado Rockies third baseman hired a company to move his $300,000 car from his residence in Colorado to his off-season home in Las Vegas—but the car never made it there.
The Packers beat the last-place Bears (4-6) for the 11th straight time, the longest streak by either team in the storied rivalry.
Ehsan, who is taking over for the fired Luke Yaklich, is a former head coach at the University of Alabama at Birmingham and spent the last four years as an assistant at Standford University.
The Illini finished 6-1 at home. It's the first time they've won six home games in a season since 2001 when they captured the Big Ten title and played in the 2002 Sugar Bowl.
Northwestern (4-6, 2-5) lost for the third time in four games.
Wentworth Area detectives were investigating Friday night.
The threat involved Fremont Middle School in unincorporated Mundelein.
One burglary suspect tried to run away after the crash, but was arrested at the scene.
City law requires festival producers to reimburse the city for police overtime worked at their events, but records requests show the city is not retroactively charging for it.
Durk, 32—legal name Durk Devontay Banks—was arraigned in U.S. District Court in Los Angeles Thursday after being extradited from Florida.
