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Northbound traffic on Lake Shore Drive near the Museum of Science and Industry and north through Hyde Park was closed late Thursday, after a car accident in which two police officer sand a third person were hurt.
Aldermen were supposed to vote on the renaming last month, but it was delayed by a procedural move.
A 19-year-old mam was killed in a fiery crash early Thursday morning.
A view from a distance shows moving lights heading across the 41st Street pedestrian bridge over the Metra Electric tracks and Lake Shore Drive in Bronzeville. They are actually motorcycles taking over the bridge – which is supposed to be there to help people walk across the Drive.
The car then crashed into a light pole with three men inside.
The southbound lanes of Lake Shore Drive were shut down for about an hour near North Avenue on Friday afternoon, following a rollover crash, police said.
Four vehicles crashed Wednesday evening on Lake Shore Drive in Jackson Park.
Bike the Drive traditionally is held on the Sunday before Memorial Day, but this year will be held on Sept. 5, the Sunday before Labor Day.
A shooting on Lake Shore Drive led to a crash near 31st Street late Sunday night.
"We want to prevent the crime from happening in the first place."
A 15-year-old girl is in critical condition after a shooting on Lake Shore Drive lake Thursday night.
One person was killed and three were injured in a crash on Lake Shore Drive at Monroe Drive early Wednesday morning.
A man was shot in the face on Lake Shore Drive near the Museum Campus this weekend, and it is not the first shooting of its kind lately.
A woman was rescued from Lake Michigan offshore from downtown Chicago Sunday afternoon.
A driver was shot on Lake Shore Drive in Chicago early Sunday morning.
A man was struck by a car Saturday evening after walking into oncoming traffic on Lake Shore Drive in Streeterville.
Chicago Fire Department officials said the healthy tree fell into the northbound lanes around 1400 North Lake Shore Drive.
Two aldermen on Wednesday threw up a roadblock on Ald. David Moore's (17th) proposed ordinance to rename Outer Lake Shore Drive from Hollywood Avenue to 67th Street after DuSable.
The measure would rename the outer Drive from Hollywood Avenue to 67th Street after DuSable, the Black man credited with founding the city of Chicago.
Police found a loaded gun Monday evening when they were called to the scene of a crash on Lake Shore Drive.
A man was shot while driving on Lake Shore Drive in Streeterville Tuesday night.
"This is a wonderful solution a long time in the making," downtown Ald. Brendan Reilly (42nd) said as city officials cut the ribbon on the completed project on Monday.
After an unusually lengthy and heated discussion on Thursday, a City Council committee signed off on a plan to rename Outer Lake Shore Drive after Jean Baptiste Point DuSable, the Black man credited with founding the city of Chicago.
"I think this is a great example of good police work."
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.
Many of the naval recruits were away from home for the first time. Leyden Community School District 212 set up phones so people could call and FaceTime.
The neighbors whom Chuck Grouzard and his wife, Margaret, serve always thank them. But the family receives so much more by lending a hand.
While the Salvation Army serves the community all year round, it is on Thanksgiving Day when the organization makes its biggest impact.
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.
Many of the naval recruits were away from home for the first time. Leyden Community School District 212 set up phones so people could call and FaceTime. Sara Machi reports.
The neighbors whom Chuck Grouzard and his wife, Margaret, serve always thank them. But the family receives so much more by lending a hand. Sabrina Franza reports.
The start of Thanksgiving turned violent on the expressway with two separate shootings in the early morning. Shardaa Gray reports.
There were reports of victims trapped inside, but firefighters confirmed the home was empty when they arrived.
While the Salvation Army serves the community all year round, it is on Thanksgiving Day when the organization makes its biggest impact. Andrew Ramos reports.
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.
The neighbors whom Chuck Grouzard and his wife, Margaret, serve always thank them. But the family receives so much more by lending a hand.
Many of the naval recruits were away from home for the first time. Leyden Community School District 212 set up phones so people could call and FaceTime.
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.
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.
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.
Much unlike the case for the Bears lately, the ground-game for Detroit is running on all cylinders—thanks to an ex-Bear.
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.
