Parking Lots Full Of Scrapped Gary Squad Cars An Issue For Mayoral Candidates
Three parking lots in Gary, Indiana, are filled with old police squad cars left to rot.
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Three parking lots in Gary, Indiana, are filled with old police squad cars left to rot.
A video showing a Gary, Ind. police officer's final radio call has been viewed close to 30,000 times on Facebook.
Jessica Flores, a mother of six, and Melina Cottrell, a mother of one, have not been heard from in almost a week but the car they were last using was found in Chicago.
A ride home from the Bulls game ended with several children injured, after their bus went off the Indiana Toll Road. Police said the 82-year-old driver was arrested for driving under the influence.
The polar vortex forced many schools to shut down for a day or two, but it was weeks for a Northwest Indiana school. And this was not the first time.
A shake-up of Indiana's gambling laws being debated could see two new casinos being built and allow legalizing sports betting to start as early as next year.
Two years ago, on a street of tidy homes in Gary, Indiana, a mother was coming home one afternoon with groceries and Christmas presents.
Officials in a northwest Indiana city say they plan to demolish five abandoned homes where a former Marine strangled and hid the bodies of seven women.
Authorities say the suspect in the New Year's Eve 2017 shooting death of a woman in Texas has been captured in northwestern Indiana.
National Park Service acting director P. Daniel Smith told a U.S. Senate subcommittee in August that the Trump administration wants to limit that designation to sites with a variety of resources and encompassing large land or water areas.
Aaron Lopez Saldana is accused of having hundreds of sexually explicit photos of children on his computer.
A knife-wielding man died of a heart attack Sunday, after stabbing two people at a store in a strip mall in Gary, Indiana.
A water main break caused a watery and frozen mess early Friday morning in Gary,, Indiana.
Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb says it's "an exciting step forward" for northwestern Indiana.
The new entity Spectacle Entertainment has announced it is buying the Majestic Star Casino boats in Gary for an undisclosed price.
CBS 2 meteorologist Megan Glaros says Chicago areas can expect a light snow coming Wednesday night or early Thursday morning.
Police in Gary, Ind. arrested a man who allegedly pointed a gun at a doctor inside Methodist Hospitals Northlake Campus on Saturday night.
Indiana State Police released toxicology results Wednesday showing Tiara Davis, 25, had marijuana and high levels of alcohol in her system.
Former President Obama will visit Chicago and Northwest Indiana on Sunday for get out the vote rallies.
Alex C. Hughes allegedly shot a 25-year-old man and his son outside a Walmart store in Hobart. He faces charges that include attempted murder and criminal gang activity.
Malfunctioning traffic lights are causing alarm across Gary, Indiana.
A man who showed up at a Gary City Council meeting infested with bed bugs prompted officials to remove two rows of seating from the building.
A Gary man convicted in the 1980 shooting death of an off-duty Hammond police officer has been sentenced to 47 years in prison.
Investigators in Gary, Indiana, are trying to determine of two fatal shootings on Sunday were connected.
He faces up to 65 years in prison on each count when sentenced Oct. 10.
Clouds linger Saturday due to a weak system over the Dakotas and Minnesota that will try to send moisture our way.
Williams, whose paintings now are celebrated around the world, and hanging in galleries, got his start in life and in art in the heart of the South Shore neighborhood.
An Englewood organizer who wants to be a positive change for his community took CBS News Chicago behind the scenes of his group's giveaway.
Zach LaVine scored 26 points, Ayo Dosunmu and Coby White each had 20 and the Chicago Bulls beat the Atlanta Hawks 136-122 on Friday night in an NBA Cup game.
The 29-person team will advise the prosecutor's office on everything from handling gun violence cases to wrongful convictions to public corruption.
The 29-person team will advise the prosecutor's office on everything from handling gun violence cases to wrongful convictions to public corruption.
Parking garage managers said the number of parkers is down since the pandemic, as more people work remotely, leaving them struggling to make a profit.
Cook Cook State's Attorney Kim Foxx sat down with CBS News Chicago to reflect on her legacy after eight years in office.
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.
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.
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.
Seasonable temperatures for Saturday ahead of slightly milder weather on Sunday.
CBS News Chicago chief meteorologist Albert Ramon has the latest 7-day forecast.
An accomplished artist makes a trip back home, reflecting on his roots, and sharing his story about his "Sweet Home Chicago" years. Kevin A. Williams, known by his artist moniker WAK, got his start in life and in art in the heart of the South Shore neighborhood.
It's the season of giving, and it takes a lot of work to make all the charitable works happen around the Chicago area. An Englewood organizer who wants to be a positive change for his community took CBS News Chicago behind the scenes of his group's annual Thanksgiving turkey giveaway.
The holidays have arrived in downtown Chicago, as the city lit up its official Christmas tree in Millennium Park, and the annual Christkindlmarket opened in Daley Plaza.
The 53-foot Colorado blue spruce donated by the Holden-Shaddick family in Logan Square is wrapped with thousands of lights.
At least five robberies have been reported, with the latest happening on Wednesday.
Parking garage managers said the number of parkers is down since the pandemic, as more people work remotely, leaving them struggling to make a profit.
The NBA is urging its players to take additional precautions to secure their homes following reports of recent high-profile burglaries of dwellings owned by Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis and Kansas City Chiefs teammates Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce.
Clouds linger Saturday due to a weak system over the Dakotas and Minnesota that will try to send moisture our way.
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.
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.
Zach LaVine scored 26 points, Ayo Dosunmu and Coby White each had 20 and the Chicago Bulls beat the Atlanta Hawks 136-122 on Friday night in an NBA Cup game.
The NBA is urging its players to take additional precautions to secure their homes following reports of recent high-profile burglaries of dwellings owned by Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis and Kansas City Chiefs teammates Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce.
Craig Smith and Nick Foligno also scored as the 'Hawks stopped a three-game slide.
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.
The NBA is urging its players to take additional precautions to secure their homes following reports of recent high-profile burglaries of dwellings owned by Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis and Kansas City Chiefs teammates Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce.
K9 officer Riggs served 8 years on the force. He was 10 years old.
One man suffered multiple gunshot wounds and was rushed to an area hospital for treatment, police said.
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.
