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A ComEd electrical vault caught fire in Chicago's West Loop on Wednesday morning.
The cause of the fire was undetermined and firefighters were attempting to restore power back to dozens of affected customers.
The fieldhouse burned to the ground. Crisped jerseys and charred facemasks were all that remained afterward.
The season hasn’t even kicked off, but the Northlake Pop Warner Little Scholars Football and Cheerleading program is already facing its toughest challenge yet with the fire that destroyed their fieldhouse. Charlie De Mar reports.
The fire started Saturday morning on Kolin and Ogden.
When firefighters got to the scene, heavy fire was coming from the attached garage and quickly spreading.
The blaze injured three people, including a firefighter. Police said eyewitnesses and surveillance video helped identify 29-year-old Jose Martinez as the person who set the fire.
Jose Martinez, 29, has been charged with two counts of aggravated arson.
The quick-thinking officers pushed a dumpster to the balcony and climbed up to get the woman down.
Stockholm's Restaurant & Brewery is closed until further notice.
In a newsletter, the restaurant says a neighboring business saw smoke billowing from their exhaust hood and called 911.
The owner said Sneakers will be closed until after restoration, however long that may take.
A fire damaged a church and knocked out power to about 130,000 ComEd customers Monday morning in west suburban Downers Grove.
A homeowner was forced to leave their truck behind with the adult rottweiler and her puppies. The owner told rescuers where they were, but the intense fire blocked access to the truck. Several days later, rescuers spotted the dogs from a helicopter and landed to get them.
A fire damaged a church and knocked out power to about 130,000 ComEd customers Monday morning in west suburban Downers Grove.
No one was injured but the extensive damage to the church's school sparked concerns about the first day of classes just weeks away.
Chicago police said it happened around 11:30 a.m. while construction workers were on the scene working in the 1600 block of West Winona Street in the Ravenswood neighborhood.
The fire and small explosion broke out while construction workers were on the scene working in the 1600 block of West Winona Street in the Ravenswood neighborhood.
Two of the men are charged with murder and arson, and a third with insurance fraud, in the fire that took the firefighter's life in West Pullman last year. Darius Johnson reports.
Pelt died while battling a house fire in West Pullman in April 2023.
A source said the children were playing with a firecracker in a bed, and it caught fire.
Flames were seen shooting from the complex just after 11 p.m. in the 8000 block of South Vernon Avenue.
The flames erupted at 2465 Bella Dr. The roof of the townhouse was destroyed.
The truck was hauling cars, which appeared to be burning in the fire in Alsip.
Late Wednesday, no one was in custody.
Known for their curious nature, meerkats are expert diggers with sharp claws built for speed.
Police have not confirmed whether the person in custody is the same man seen in surveillance images and video released Tuesday.
A federal appeals court is now reviewing the ban.
Video posted to Facebook showed raging flames.
A federal appeals court is now reviewing the ban.
Reports now say Pedro Martinez has been offered a buyout, but did not take the offer.
Obama Foundation CEO Valerie Jarrett, a longtime senior advisor to former President Barack Obama, said it's important for all political parties to work together.
The Supreme Court weighed whether Tennessee's ban on gender-affirming care for minors experiencing gender dysphoria violates the Constitution.
At a Democratic Party Caucus for the south suburban township, Henyard had her name denied for the Democratic ballot because she did not have a full slate as required.
While many scoured the internet to look for the best deals Monday, some prefer to shop in person and locally.
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.
The program should launch early next year.
Feds find 11 kids illegally employed for at least 4 years at Seaboard Triumph Foods facility in Sioux City, Iowa.
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 company said the decision means temporary layoffs of 400 workers—more than half of its workforce.
A judge's overturning of Wisconsin's 13-year-old law that effectively ended collective bargaining for teachers and most state government employees has rekindled a battle over labor rights in a state where the first public sector unions were formed 65 years ago.
Prestige Feed Products makes food for pets, and for livestock such as pigs and cows.
While many scoured the internet to look for the best deals Monday, some prefer to shop in person and locally.
Wisconsin public worker and teachers unions have scored a major legal victory with a ruling that restores collective bargaining rights they lost under a 2011 state law.
Here are the top songs, artists, and albums streamed on Spotify in Chicago this year, according to communications agency Burson Global.
Hip-hop royalty Kendrick Lamar, on the heels of dropping his surprise album "GNX," announced Tuesday morning dates for his forthcoming Grand National Tour, which will include a summer stop in Chicago.
The classic rock band AC/DC is making a stop in Chicago during their upcoming "Power Up" stadium tour this spring. The tour marks the first time they've hit the road in nine years.
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
Offensive lineman Teven Jenkins said he believes Brown can help provide the team with a needed spark on the heels of a six-game losing streak. Matt Zahn reports from Halas Hall.
There are continuing reports that Mayor Brandon Johnson is trying to oust Chicago Public Schools Chief Executive Officer Pedro Martinez. Sabrina Franza reports.
Some say the differences between what is considered an assault weapon and what is not can be trivial. Suzanne Le Mignot reports.
The driver was finally extricated after about three hours Wednesday evening. Jermont Terry reports.
The fire disrupted Metra service on the Milwaukee District West line Wednesday evening.
Police have not confirmed whether the person in custody is the same man seen in surveillance images and video released Tuesday.
Video posted to Facebook showed raging flames.
Wind chills Thursday morning will be very cold, between -5 and -15 degrees.
UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was killed in a shooting outside a hotel in Midtown Manhattan.
Late Wednesday, no one was in custody.
Why does so much of what gets tossed into those blue recycling bins end up in the trash? CBS News Chicago visited the city's largest recycling facility for some answers.
Eight people—four men and four women—were shot around 2 p.m. Monday afternoon in the house at 3511 W. 59th St. in the Chicago Lawn neighborhood.
The $1,000 threshold to make retail theft a felony crime—which was set by O'Neill Burke's predecessor, Kim Foxx—will be dropping to $300, effective immediately.
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.
Offensive lineman Teven Jenkins said he believes Brown can help provide the team with a needed spark on the heels of a six-game losing streak.
Des Watson shot 8 for 12 (3 for 5 from 3-point range) and 5 of 6 from the free-throw line for the Ramblers (7-0).
Brooks Barnhizer had 21 points and 10 rebounds for Northwestern (6-3). Ty Berry added 20 points and Nick Martinelli scored 19.
The Northeast Conference champions went 13-1 in their first year in the NEC. Now, the Cougars are navigating new territory in the postseason.
It was Giddey's first triple-double of the season and No. 12 for his career.
Late Wednesday, no one was in custody.
Police have not confirmed whether the person in custody is the same man seen in surveillance images and video released Tuesday.
Reddins was shot and killed in the line of duty on Nov. 29. The shooting marked the first line-of-duty death for an Oak Park police officer since 1938.
In each burglary, the thieves broke in through the front glass door or side window to get in, before stealing money from cash boxes, cash registers, and safes.
Two infant girls were reported missing after the car they were in was stolen. The babies were later found left out in the cold.
