Family calls for justice after grandmother hit, killed by SUV in Lyons
The family of Sara Straney is calling for charges against the driver, but police didn't pursue any.
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The family of Sara Straney is calling for charges against the driver, but police didn't pursue any.
A Lake County judge issued a warrant for a Zion man who killed an 8-month-old infant and woman in a car crash while under the influence of marijuana in Waukegan last October.
Police say a white chevy traverse was speeding down Cicero when it hit an Acura MDX which then caught fire - killing the driver.
Illinois State Police say troopers responded to the scene where an unidentified woman was struck by a white passenger vehicle that fled the scene.
Preliminary reports from Illinois State Police say one man was found lying in the left lane and was pronounced dead on the scene.
Donald Carter Sr. was described as a jolly and fun-loving man. He was a former mechanic who loved his grandchildren.
There is sadness and anger following the death of a 71-year-old grandfather from the south suburbs. He was killed when the car he was driving was struck by a stolen Kia with three 13-year-olds inside. CBS 2's Andrew Ramos spoke to the victim's nephew.
One man is killed, and another is critically wounded following a head-on crash in Lake Villa Friday night.
A 2014 white Jeep Cherokee was traveling southbound and struck the rear of another vehicle – causing it to roll multiple times, according to Illinois State Police.
The driver and passengers of the vehicle were taken to an area hospital with injuries. The driver was later pronounced dead.
Two people are dead and five others are seriously hurt after a crash on the Dan Ryan Expressway Sunday morning.
The Chicago Fire Department was on the scene and the victim was pronounced dead having suffered blunt-force trauma and burns to the body.
Illinois State Police said the crash happened around 11:14 p.m. on I-39 northbound at milepost 76 in Mendota.
A man is dead after colliding with another car and then hitting a tree in Aurora Wednesday afternoon.
A witness indicated that the vehicle was traveling eastbound on 143rd Street when it left the roadway.
Initial reports say that for unknown reasons, the car rolled over and caught fire.
One person is dead, and three others are hospitalized with serious injuries after a two-car crash in the South Austin neighborhood Sunday morning.
Chicago Police Supt. David Brown said seven minors and nine adults were hospitalized after the crash.
"I'm just glad that the site wasn't damaged or that they didn't crash into the front door."
Lincolnwood police said an SUV, traveling at a high speed, left the roadway and crashed into a tree in the 4300 block of Touhy Avenue around 4 a.m.
New details about a crash that left two people dead and two others injured in Kane County on Monday.
Lake County Sheriff's Deputies are investigating a crash that killed a woman and an 8-month-old boy Saturday afternoon.
The Major Accident Investigation Unit is investigating a traffic crash in Chatham that left one person dead and three others hurt Sunday morning.
While passing another vehicle, the car struck the rear of a parked semi-truck at a high rate of speed, according to Indiana State Police.
Police and fire officials responded to the area of Commons Road and Conestoga Roads Thursday morning for a single-car crash involving a 2016 black Audi A6.
The woman was taken to Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn in critical condition.
Dilla was laid off from ComEd in September. But later this month, he plans to premiere his new show on YouTube, called "You Don't Know Chi."
Don Archer helped police catch the thief in less than 24 hours.
The Bears' defense hopes to make life miserable for Minnesota QB Sam Darnold this coming Sunday.
The video released by COPA Thursday shows Officer Fernando Ruiz jump out of his squad car and immediately start shooting.
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.
Anthony Finch has filed suit against the village and Mayor Derrick Burgess for wrongful termination. Now, four trustees want to bring Finch back to the village—but this time working as an auditor.
Judicial regulators have filed a complaint against a former Wisconsin Supreme Court justice who spread election conspiracy theories and was hired by Republicans to lead an investigation into President-elect Donald Trump's loss in the 2020 election, accusing him of violating multiple rules of conduct.
"Some of the steps and measures that are being taken, these are some individuals that are having tantrums right now. It's time to grow up. The people of Chicago don't have time for that," Johnson said.
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.
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.
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.
Don Archer of Oak Forest never expected to go to his Ring camera and see an unidentified man swiping a package right off his porch. But as Andrew Ramos reports, that was exactly what happened on Wednesday.
Caleb Williams and company will have their hands full Sunday against a Minnesota Vikings defensive unit that shares the league lead for takeaways. Matt Zahn reports from Halas Hall.
Police are not using the word “chase” to describe what happened before a stolen Jeep hit another vehicle and a bus in the Washington Park neighborhood. Megan Hickey reports.
The video released by COPA Thursday shows Officer Fernando Ruiz jumping out of his squad car and immediately starting shooting. The man in the car whom Ruiz shot, Raymond Comer, 38, is now paralyzed from the waist down.
The Illinois Supreme Court ruled a special prosecutor's decision to re-indict Smollett violated his constitutional rights after Cook County prosecutors previously dropped charges against him. Sabrina Franza reports.
Temperatures rose above freezing areawide Thursday afternoon and will hold steady or even rise further overnight into Friday morning.
The state's highest court ruled a special prosecutor's decision to re-indict Smollett violated his constitutional rights after Cook County prosecutors previously dropped charges against him.
President-elect Donald Trump announced Gaetz as his nominee to be attorney general last week.
Police said a stolen car was speeding when it slammed into another car and a CTA bus.
The woman was taken to Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn in critical condition.
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.
Indiana is ranked among the states with the weakest gun safety laws, in part because it does not have a law that requires safely storing firearms.
"How is this possible that so many things could have gone wrong and allowed for this to happen?" Candice Gatlin said.
The Bears' defense hopes to make life miserable for Minnesota QB Sam Darnold this coming Sunday.
Will Riley led Illinois (3-1) with 18 points and nine rebounds while Kylan Boswell added 17 and Kasparas Jakucionis had 15.
Zach Lavine scored 27 points to lead Chicago. Torrey Craig added 15, while Nikola Vucevic and Coby White had 14 each.
Morgan went 3-0 with a 1.93 ERA in 32 appearances last season for the AL Central champion Guardians.
Williams and the Bears offense will try to build off the positives in game one this past weekend with Thomas Brown calling plays.
The woman was taken to Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn in critical condition.
Don Archer helped police catch the thief in less than 24 hours.
When the girl woke up, the man fled the scene on a rental bicycle, according to police.
Alicia Robles said didn't initially feel the pain because she was still absorbing the situation—and then seconds later, her skin, she said, was on fire.
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.
