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Thanks to recent headlines, you'd think the FBI rolled out the red carpet and handed Chicago a beautiful, hand-engraved (in cursive!) plaque that reads Murderiest Murder City in Murderland. In reality, the FBI did no such thing. Here's a closer look at the FBI's statistics and how they do and do not relate to homicides in Chicago
Two people have been killed and several others were injured as severe weather swept through Northwest Indiana on Thursday
A Gary man was shot to death while he was sitting in a car at a northwest Indiana intersection Tuesday morning.
Fifteen-year-old Diquan Thomas was struck and killed Wednesday by a freight train. CBS 2's Mike Parker reports.
Witnesses said 15-year-old Diquan Thomas and a 17-year-old friend both tried to cross in front of the oncoming train. The older teen made it across successfully, but Thomas was hit by the train.
Six people were shot and two killed early this morning as they stood outside a house in Gary.
The one-night-only drive-in theater was to show off Gary's lakefront Marquette Park, newly refurbished at a cost of $30 million. CBS 2's Mike Parker reports.
You better pick your parking spot carefully. That's the message from police about the Miller train station in northwest Indiana. CBS 2's Pamela Jones reports.
A group of people tried to rob middle school students at a bus stop in Gary. It happened at 24th and Gerry Street.
A store clerk was shot dead, the victim of an apparent robbery in Gary, Ind.
Perry Johnson, 39, of the 200 block of Cleveland Street, was pronounced dead at the Methodist Hospitals Northlake campus at 10:03 p.m.
Police said the vendor was working at the corner of 15th Avenue and Clark Road, when a gunman approached him and shot him around 5:30 a.m.
A 23-year-old Gary man was shot in the back and killed late Friday, becoming the city's 32nd victim of a homicide this year.
A Gary teen was shot and killed during a struggle over a gun he apparently pointed at a robbery victim.
Gary has been waiting for an answer from the state of Indiana about whether help will be sent in to curb a wave of violence, but Governor Mike Pence says he needs more information.
As the mayor of Gary is waiting for word from the governor's office as to whether he'll send state troopers to help police with an alarming number of murders and shootings recently, word comes in of yet another murder reports WBBM's Veronica Carter.
A Gary teenager died Saturday morning after he was shot, according to the Lake County Coroner's Office.
A Gary man with at least two open felony cases pending has been charged in Lake Superior Court with arson from a fire one year ago.
Gary Police responded to the call at 5800 East 13th Street around 1 a.m. Three black males were found with multiple gunshot wounds dead in the street.
As she slashed and cut a 30-year-old Crown Point woman with a machete, onlookers shouted for Endia Rivera to stop, saying she would kill the victim.
A group of animal lovers in Indiana are petitioning the Gary mayor to close down the local animal shelter.
The crash -- involving two semi trucks, a car and a motorcycle -- occurred about 3:55 a.m. on the Borman Expressway (I-80/94) near Burr Street and left one person dead, Indiana State Police Sergeant Chad Woody said.
The early morning shooting deaths of two Gary, Ind., cousins caps a week of violence centered around the home where they were sleeping when someone shot from the alley, the Post-Tribune is reporting.
A Gary woman accused earlier this year of selling one baby to a local man for sex also sold him another child between 3 to 5 years old, according to a new indictment.
Former Gary Mayor Rudy Clay, who revealed more than two years ago that he was suffering from prostate cancer, has died.
The Transportation Security Administration projects the busiest days at airports will be the Tuesday and Wednesday before Thanksgiving, and the Sunday after the holiday.
Video obtained by CBS News Chicago shows the 19-year-old being transported on a stretcher out of the department store.
The CBS News Chicago First Alert Weather team is also keeping track of a possible rain/snow combination Wednesday and Thanksgiving Thursday.
The camp's founder, Michael "Juice" Thompson, said his own neurodiverse son inspired the mission.
Caleb Williams threw for 340 yards and two touchdowns for the Bears (4-7), who lost their fifth straight.
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.
The Juice Hoops Foundation held its annual Neuro Heroes Sports Camp Sunday. The camp is designed to help children with neurodiverse conditions—such as autism, learning disabilities, and mental health issues—participate in basketball and other sports activities.
With just four days to go, a record-breaking number of Americans are expected to travel for the Thanksgiving holiday—and Chicago airports are already feeling the rush. Shardaa Gray reports.
The burglary happened at a gaming café in the 34500 block of Route 45 in Third Lake, Illinois.
Video obtained by CBS News Chicago shows the 19-year-old being transported on a stretcher out of the Macy's at 111 N . State St. Andrew Ramos reports.
Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy also says he's waiting to hear President-elect Donald Trump's proposals on resolving the conflict.
Video obtained by CBS News Chicago shows the 19-year-old being transported on a stretcher out of the department store.
Caleb Williams threw for 340 yards and two touchdowns for the Bears (4-7), who lost their fifth straight.
Chicago police said that just before 2 a.m., the officer was confronted by an armed person in the 100 block of East 57th Street, and the two exchanged gunfire.
Chicago police said the victims were standing on the sidewalk when shots were fired.
The Transportation Security Administration projects the busiest days at airports will be the Tuesday and Wednesday before Thanksgiving, and the Sunday after the holiday.
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.
Caleb Williams threw for 340 yards and two touchdowns for the Bears (4-7), who lost their fifth straight.
Pippen, playing in the arena where his Hall of Fame father's retired number hangs, had 26 points in the first three quarters for Memphis, which has won three of its last four.
Brandi Robinson is an undefeated pro boxer from Sauk Village, who is now preparing for a big fight later this month in Rosemont.
Jeremiyah Love scored three touchdowns, tying a school record with his 11th straight game with a rushing TD, and No. 6 Notre Dame ended No. 18 Army's 13-game winning streak with a 49-14 victory at Yankee Stadium.
Luke Altmyer found Pat Bryant for a catch-and-run, 40-yard touchdown pass with 4 seconds left, sending No. 24 Illinois to a wild 38-31 victory over Rutgers.
Video obtained by CBS News Chicago shows the 19-year-old being transported on a stretcher out of the department store.
The shooting happened as crowds were packing downtown for the annual Magnificent Mile Lights Festival and Christkindlmarket in Daley Plaza.
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.
