Geneva man accused of sitting on woman's chest during domestic attack
Police said Justin Gallo sat on the woman's chest and covered her mouth and nose until she passed out.
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Police said Justin Gallo sat on the woman's chest and covered her mouth and nose until she passed out.
In addition to having law enforcement forcibly remove firearms from an abuser's home, it will also allow anyone seeking an order of protection to ask a judge to issue a search warrant on the alleged abuser that would be executed within 96 hours of it being issued.
Manny Alvarez was at Monday's bill signing and is a fierce advocate of the new law. He said he wants to help protect other families from enduring what he has suffered.
The law stems from the killing of a Chicago mom, Karina Gonzalez, and her daughter back in 2023.
There had been calls for months to reassign Judge Thomas Nowinski to be reassigned after the stabbing that killed Lacramioara Beldie, 54.
The local alderwoman confirmed that the shooting in Portage Park stemmed from a domestic dispute. Andrew Ramos reports.
Manny Alvarez does not like to call himself brave. But he does want to keep helping domestic violence survivors—any way he can.
Manny Alvarez does not like to call himself brave for helping pass Karina's Law in honor of his slain mother. But he does want to keep helping domestic violence survivors—any way he can. Dana Kozlov reports.
The legislation is named in honor of Karina Gonzalez, who was shot and killed by her husband in July 2023, even though Karina had an order of protection that could have led to the removal of his gun by law enforcement. Noel Brennan reports.
The legislation is named in honor of Karina Gonzalez, who was shot and killed – allegedly by her husband – in July 2023.
One year ago, Maria Roque was shot and killed in front of her children—police say her longtime abuser was to blame. Roque’s story is an example of how law enforcement is not getting stay-away orders into the hands of abusers—and the problem goes well behind a piece of paper. Marissa Perlman investigates.
Police said Arties Titus, 26, of Joliet, was arrested, processed, and transported to the Will County Adult Detention Facility for domestic battery and a Will County warrant.
Wings provides safe havens for children and adults who are fleeing domestic violence.
A Cook County domestic violence judge, already under fire for releasing a man who is accused of later killing his wife, has now been removed from cases involving domestic violence due to threats directed at him.
The judge is under fire for releasing a man who is accused of later killing his wife.
Police say a mother and wife was stabbed to death by her husband in Portage Park this week, and the husband was also found dead soon afterward. As Darius Johnson reports, advocates say the case points to a flawed system when it comes to protecting domestic violence victims.
A woman tried for months to keep her husband away only for him allegedly to stab her to death. As Dave Savini reports, prosecutors called the husband a danger, but Judge Tom Nowinski released him on electronic monitoring.
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.
Nearly 30% of all Chicago crime victims in 2022 were Black women, though they make up just 16% of the population, data show.
A Chicago City Council committee hearing on Wednesday focused on missing and murdered Black and brown women and girls and CBS News Chicago's investigation into the overall victimization of Black women.
"Pay attention in the red flags, because there's always red flags," said Enidt Martinez.
The candles represent a human light dimmed by an issue impacting thousands daily.
On this cool autumn Tuesday, Ohio Street Beach was lined with brown paper bags with candles planted in inside. As Jermont Terry reports, he candles were lit as night fell as a reminder to how many people have been lost to domestic violence.
Lake County Sheriff's deputies were dispatched to a home around 6:45 p.m. in the 38700 block of North Sheridan Road for a domestic battery in progress.
A murky law involving emergency protection orders leads to some judges allowing domestic abusers to keep their weapons.
The Matteson Children's Museum is set to open in 2028.
President Trump is announcing about a new round of tariffs today, which he has dubbed "Liberation Day.
Indiana State Police believed the trucks toppled over due to a strong gust of wind as thunderstorms were moving through the area
Chicago restaurants and chefs received five James Beard Award nominations Wednesday.
Prosecutors have dropped the charges against a Chicago man accused of assaulting South Carolina Rep. Nancy Mace by allegedly shaking her hand in an "exaggerated, aggressive manner."
President Trump is announcing about a new round of tariffs today, which he has dubbed "Liberation Day.
Quezada, a Cook County Commissioner since 2022, previously spent six years as former Ald. Carlos Ramirez Rosa's constituent service director.
Abhinav Anne and Sai Ganbote, both juniors at Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy, pitched Illinois State lawmakers, and now House Bill 2960 is making its way through the Illinois General Assembly.
President Trump is announcing the details of his reciprocal tariffs plan after 4 p.m. at the White House.
Laesch has said he wants to lower debt in the city; invest in green energy; and improve street lights, curbs and water lines.
A Mega Millions lottery ticket that contained all the winning numbers — bought along the western edge of the Chicago metro area, in DeKalb County — has made someone in Illinois $344 million richer this week.
CBS News Chicago spent months trying to get a simple answer from Lynwood Mayor Jada Curry about her salary.
In most of Lisle, residents get their water from the village. But in one section, the Oak View subdivision, a private company supplies the water, and residents are furious about the bills.
Mark Aiello's winning bets banked $389,000 — enough for his daughter's future college education. But a moment was about all it lasted, as all his bets were suddenly canceled as if he'd never made them.
This threat was a response to the EU's 50% tariffs on American whiskey, which are set to go into effect next month.
The Lake County Health Department confirmed to the school district that the person is isolated from others and undergoing treatment.
According to the public health department, the cuts affect 22 contracts and over 100 staff positions.
Right now, the industry standards call for AFib patients to take blood thinners for the rest of their lives.
Abortion has been top of mind for many voters casting early ballots in the race for a seat on the Wisconsin Supreme Court.
In research published last month, UChicago scientists created a hydrogel out of husks from the malva nut.
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.
The owners are waiting to see if the federal grants they lost are reinstated.
A total of 30 employees agreed to resign after accepting a buyout from ownership.
A unique talent, Val Kilmer was praised as an acting chameleon who took on varied and challenging roles, and the results were often memorable.
Lollapalooza announced the daily lineup for the 2025 festival in Grant Park July 31 through Aug. 3. Tickets are going fast.
Want to catch the 2025 NCAA March Madness tournament? Here's how to stream the college basketball games for free.
The Lollapalooza 2025 lineup is here, featuring Doechii, Sabrina Carpenter, and Olivia Rodrigo among the headliners.
Lollapalooza is an essential part of summer in Chicago, and a new book has created a record of the oral history of one of the city's most defining festivals.
The northbound lanes of Interstate 65 were closed in northwest Indiana on Wednesday afternoon, after five semi-trailer trucks tipped over amid high winds, police said.
President Trump is set to unveil his new tariffs plan on Wednesday, targeting a broad range of countries that tax U.S. goods, to be imposed immediately upon his announcement at the White House.
Two Jewish students have filed a lawsuit against DePaul University, accusing the school of failing to protect them from what police called a hate crime on campus last November.
Multiple rounds of thunderstorms are expected on Wednesday in Chicago, with the possibility of severe conditions in the afternoon and evening that could produce isolated tornadoes.
Susan Crawford's win in the Wisconsin Supreme Court race comes after Elon Musk spent more than $20 million to support her rival. CBS News' Fin Gómez reports.
Flooding, large hail, damaging winds, and tornadoes are all possible through Wednesday evening.
Indiana State Police believed the trucks toppled over due to a strong gust of wind as thunderstorms were moving through the area
The Matteson Children's Museum is set to open in 2028.
President Trump is announcing about a new round of tariffs today, which he has dubbed "Liberation Day.
Chicago restaurants and chefs received five James Beard Award nominations Wednesday.
"If we come together and we do something, we can make this stop, and we can do it together," said Pam Bosley, co-founder of the non-profit group Purpose over Pain.
In most of Lisle, residents get their water from the village. But in one section, the Oak View subdivision, a private company supplies the water, and residents are furious about the bills.
From inside command centers, first responders would be able to deploy a drone as soon as a 911 call is made to provide an eye in the sky before police can get there.
A new report revealed scammers stealing Illinois SNAP funds from EBT cards have made off with nearly $21 million since October 2022.
The new documentation shows how bodies were being handled at the Heights Crematory in south suburban Chicago Heights dating back years.
The Sox' starting pitchers worked 23 innings without allowing an earned run over the team's first four games.
Nikola Vucevic shot 9 for 12, including 2 for 3 from 3-point range to finish with 22 points, while adding 10 rebounds and seven assists.
The youngsters each advanced through three stages of qualifiers, earning invitations to play at Augusta National.
Veteran Athletics bat boy Stewart Thalblum used a bat to swat down a drone that suddenly appeared near the left-field wall during a game at Sutter Health Park.
The Chicago Cubs pounded the Athletics 18-3 on Monday night to spoil their first game in their new West Sacramento home.
Caprice Edward Cashaw, 31, of Merrillville, was charged with multiple felonies.
Police released a community alert on Tuesday showing surveillance images of the seven suspects, and asked anyone with information to contact public transportation detectives at 312-745-4447.
A few days after the shooting, police released surveillance images of four people wanted in connection with it — all under the age of 20.
Chicago police said two groups were in an argument that turned into a fight.
Officers found a 15-year-old boy on the ground with a gunshot graze wound to his leg after hearing gunshots near Columbus Drive and Illinois Street.
