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Wind along with a wintry mix is causing travel and traffic issues.
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Wind along with a wintry mix is causing travel and traffic issues.
Strong winds and damaging waves caused problems all along the lakefront Saturday, but also drew some adventurous souls who couldn't resist getting up close and personal with nature.
A truck slid off Lake Shore Drive into Lake Michigan near Oak Street Beach just before 7:15 a.m.
In Hyde Park, rising Lake Michigan waters have left public paths in ruins.
A driver has been ticketed after running into two women, ages 72 and 91, while turning onto Inner Lake Shore Drive in the Gold Coast.
Two pedestrians – one of them 90 years old – were hit by a car on Inner Lake Shore Drive in the Gold Coast Monday evening.
Three lanes of southbound Lake Shore Drive in the Gold Coast were closed after a light pole fell into traffic amid high winds buffeting the city.
The 25-year-old was driving north when she hit a median and was thrown from the car.
A man is dead after being struck by a vehicle while crossing the highway lanes of Lake Shore Drive Thursday night.
Ramos and Lemon had been missing since early Sunday morning, when they were last seen leaving Lite Chicago, a River North nightclub.
The snow and wind on Monday and the extreme cold to come on Monday night and Tuesday are enough trouble unto themselves – but near record-high lake levels mean it's getting ugly on our roads on top of it.
Two officers and four others were taken to area hospitals in good condition.
Hundreds of thousands of drivers navigate Lake Shore Drive every day, and regulars know it's not always so smooth.
A young driver's windows were his shot out, while driving on Lake Shore Drive.
"I think this is a historical opportunity, and it's a great opportunity for the city of Chicago," Ald. David Moore (17th) said.
At one point there was zero visibility. From all angles, you could see the heavy smoke at the Lakes Shore Drive Bridge over the Chicago River.
Four people were rushed to the hospital Monday afternoon after a Chicago Transit Authority bus crashed into a tree on North Lake Shore Drive.
Despite heavy rain on Sunday, an estimated 30,000 people headed to Jackson Park and Lake Shore Drive for the Hoka One One Chicago Half Marathon.
The first barricades are going up at 75th street and south Lake Shore Drive.
A moment Chicago drivers have been waiting for: Some ramps are finally reopening at the Jane Byrne interchange.
City and state officials are looking for input from the public as they propose changes on parts of Lake Shore Drive.
A four-vehicle crash Tuesday afternoon resulted in injuries and left southbound Lake Shore Drive reduced to one lane in the North Kenwood area.
"Results of an initial investigation were that family members were ending a birthday party when they noticed a back door to the home open and the 1-year-old missing," Indiana officials stated in a press release.
A gaping hole was visible in the inbound lane near 43rd in Bronzeville.
A man was struck and killed in a hit and run in the 500 block of South Lake Shore Drive Tuesday night, according to the Chicago Police Department.
Think about a car so smart that all we have to do is kick back and ride while the car drives itself. Marie Saavedra took a drive with her hands off the wheel.
The two families enjoyed each other's company Thursday night, showing what can be done when people show compassion for others.
Butler (5-1) plays the winner between UNLV and Mississippi State in the championship game of the Cactus Division on Friday. Northwestern (5-2) takes on the loser in the third-place game.
The vehicle is described as a dark red or maroon Kia Sorento SUV, with Illinois license plate EB88421.
Kylan Boswell added 18 points for Illinois (6-1). Head coach Brad Underwood broke a tie with J. Craig Ruby (1922-36) for fifth place in program history with 149 wins.
The documents reveal four complaints against Ronnie Reese between May 2023 and July 2024—all made anonymously for fear of retaliation.
On Monday, President-elect Trump specifically promised a 25% tariff on all products coming from Mexico and Canada—in addition to a 10% levy on Chinese goods.
The alders' idea is to move almost all city departments back to their budget allocation from 2020, but to add an inflation adjustment.
Walmart is rolling back its diversity, equity and inclusion policies, joining a growing list of major corporations doing the same after coming under attack by conservative activists.
While Henyard had no trouble getting into the giving spirit, there is something she simply can't get going — a trustee meeting. Some trustees are deliberately denying her a quorum.
On Monday, President-elect Trump specifically promised a 25% tariff on all products coming from Mexico and Canada—in addition to a 10% levy on Chinese goods.
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,
Annesley Clark and Christine Corso were determined to say their vows before it was too late. So when Clark's nurses at Northwestern Medicine heard the couple's story, they jumped right into action.
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.
The brewery was founded in the Ravinia District in Highland Park, where the music venue is also located.
The team says it is still focusing on a new stadium in the city of Chicago.
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.
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.
Meteorologist David Yeomans has your 10 p.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Thursday, Nov. 28, 2024.
What about a car so smart that all we have to do is kick back and ride while the car drives itself? Marie Saavedra took a drive with her hands off the wheel.
The vehicle sped off after hitting the man in North Lawndale.
The victim was hospitalized in critical condition after a bullet came through his window in West Garfield Park.
This year, Rainbow PUSH said it served up more than 250 meals at its headquarters at 930 E. 50th St. in the Kenwood neighborhood—as part of its mission uplift the most vulnerable members of the community.
After Chicago's coldest Thanksgiving Day in 10 years, temperatures get even colder through the holiday weekend.
The Bears had the ball in Lions territory late in the game with a chance to drive for a game-tying field goal or go-ahead touchdown, but they blew the opportunity.
Think about a car so smart that all we have to do is kick back and ride while the car drives itself. Marie Saavedra took a drive with her hands off the wheel.
The two families enjoyed each other's company Thursday night, showing what can be done when people show compassion for others.
Butler (5-1) plays the winner between UNLV and Mississippi State in the championship game of the Cactus Division on Friday. Northwestern (5-2) takes on the loser in the third-place game.
Police have said officers were investigating robberies near 55th and Pulaski, when they saw two suspects believed to be armed get into a Lexus and speed away.
Police are already looking ahead to the Thanksgiving Day Parade later this week.
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.
Butler (5-1) plays the winner between UNLV and Mississippi State in the championship game of the Cactus Division on Friday. Northwestern (5-2) takes on the loser in the third-place game.
Kylan Boswell added 18 points for Illinois (6-1). Head coach Brad Underwood broke a tie with J. Craig Ruby (1922-36) for fifth place in program history with 149 wins.
The Bears had the ball in Lions territory late in the game with a chance to drive for a game-tying field goal or go-ahead touchdown, but they blew the opportunity.
Connor Bedard, Teuvo Teravainen and Louis Crevier also scored.
The Bulls welcomed Lonzo Ball back to the lineup after missing 15 games with a sprained wrist. Ball finished with six points in 15 minutes.
The victim was struck in the head by the bullet.
The family of Ricardo Rebollar continues to search for answers.
"I can probably guarantee that those people wasn't from this community, due to the fact [of] our strong connection with the community," Boxing Out Negativity founder Derek Brown said.
The office of Ald. Timm Knudsen (43rd) said there is reason to believe the shooting was an isolated incident, and the victim and the shooter knew each other.
Police said a 35-year-old man got into a quarrel with someone who pulled out a knife. The victim suffered a laceration to his shoulder.
