Head-on crash involving semi in Lake County leaves man dead
The driver of the Mack was unable to avoid the collision - striking the Toyota head-on. Both vehicles rolled following the collision, authorities said.
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The driver of the Mack was unable to avoid the collision - striking the Toyota head-on. Both vehicles rolled following the collision, authorities said.
Breaking down the numbers month-by-month, September is the deadliest with 134.
The Valparaiso Police Department responded to a single motor vehicle crash in the area of State Road 49 and US. Highway 30 around 1:30 a.m.
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A car traveling at a high rate of speed crashed into multiple cars, leaving one person dead and three others hurt in Humboldt Park Saturday afternoon.
Authorities say the driver of a gray Honda Civic passed a vehicle in front of him in the eastbound lane in a no-passing zone.
The driver of the sedan, a 26-year-old woman, was traveling northbound on South Chicago when the front end of the car struck the front end of the motorcycle traveling in the same direction.
The motorcyclist, an unidentified woman, was taken to the University of Chicago Medical Center where she was pronounced dead.
Around 2:30 a.m. police said a shuttle bus, driven by an 80-year-old man, crashed into a light pole and concrete retaining wall near Terminal 5.
The Lombard and South Elgin football teams came together Friday night to remember the two victims of the crash the day before. CBS 2's Charlie De Mar reports.
CBS 2's Sabrina Franza reports from the crash scene as people come by to pay their respects. Police said they believe the four girls in that car failed to yield, making a left turn when the dump truck hit them.
Police said the crash involved a Honda Civic and a truck driver at Illinois Route and Keynon Road at 7 a.m.
High school students are dead, and several others are injured after a crash with a semi in Bartlett. CBS 2's Sabrina Franza reports from South Elgin High School.
One of the students in the Honda died at the scene, and a second student died after being transported to the hospital, police said.
Police and Fire crews responded to the intersection of Devon Avenue and Nicholas Boulevard for a motor vehicle crash involving a White 2000 Freightliner truck tractor-semi-trailer combination and a Black 2007 Toyota Tundra.
Initial reports revealed that a black Cadillac SUV was traveling south in the northbound lanes on U.S. Highway 12 when it struck a blue Ford van, which was traveling north.
Illinois State Police said a bicyclist traveling on the right shoulder veered into the middle lane of traffic.
Officials say the car collided with a fuel tanker truck after making an abrupt U-turn.
The driver and two passengers of the first car were taken to an area hospital with injuries.
Rubio is facing several charges, including reckless homicide and possession of cocaine.
Prosecutors said Deni Rubio's blood alcohol was twice the legal limit when prosecutors said he ran a red light, causing the deadly crash. They say he also tried to take an officer's gun after the crash.
Prosecutors say Deni Rubio's blood alcohol level was almost twice the legal limit when he ran the red light at Higgins and Barrington and hit another car.
The crash killed 18- year-old Amelia Mazeikis and D'Shaun Tudela.
An investigation is underway after one person was killed and two others were injured in a head-on crash in Sugar Grove Township Friday night.
The woman, who was a passenger on the motorcycle, was taken to Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville where she was pronounced dead.
Here's what you need to know if you are running or cheering on an athlete during Chicago's Turkey Trot races on November 28.
Microsoft said it's investigating an issue impacting access to Microsoft 365 and its Teams app.
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.
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.
Microsoft said it's investigating an issue impacting access to Microsoft 365 and its Teams app.
The Transportation Security Administration projects the busiest days at airports will be the Tuesday and Wednesday before Thanksgiving, and the Sunday after the holiday.
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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.
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.
