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A man has been arrested on aggravated DUI and other felony charges, after slamming into a Lake County Sheriff's squad car that was blocking traffic after an earlier crash on Monday near nort suburban Volo, injuring a deputy who was standing next to the cruiser.
Passionate, loyal and happy. That's how people describe Dennis Ledenbach.
Taxpayers in suburban Oak Lawn are on the hook for a $100,000 exit deal paid to the former village manager.
Services were under way in Tinley Park Monday night for a Catholic school teacher who was killed after a parish event last week.
A dark-colored full-sized SUV – possibly a Chevy Tahoe, GMC Yukon, or Cadillac Escalade – was headed south on 1st Avenue in unincorporated Proviso Township around 10:25 p.m., when it struck Jones near 13th Street,
Oak Lawn Village Manager Larry Deetjen is stepping down, just days after being charged in a hit-and-run crash.
A pedestrian was struck by a vehicle in a hit-and-run Saturday night in East Garfield Park, police say.
A car crash in Pilsen was caught on camera, but it is what one driver is accused of doing after he left the scene that has police looking for him.
Two officers and four others were taken to area hospitals in good condition.
A teenage basketball player is going to be sidelined for up to a year.
The search was on late Thursday for a driver who struck a woman who was unloading groceries from her car in the Hyde Park neighborhood.
Police Chief Randy Palmer was named as interim village manager, pending the results of the police investigation of the hit-and-run.
The CBS 2 Morning Insiders learned of a hit-and-run crash that left a woman with broken bones – and left her family's business reeling.
A man is still recovering at Advocate Christ Medical Center in critical condition after a car driven by Oak Lawn's village manager hit him and took off.
Oak Lawn Village Manager Larry Deetjen has been arrested, after he was identified as the hit-and-run driver who struck a pedestrian in neighboring Chicago Ridge overnight, leaving the victim in critical condition.
A 51-year-old man was struck by a hit-and-run driver in River North Sunday.
For about a year, CBS 2 has followed the progress of a crime victim who is now using his improving health to motivate others.
Thomas Wickham has gone through countless surgeries at Stroger Hospital for all sorts of fractures and internal injuries, but he didn't die or suffer a catastrophic injury. That has his family doubting an arrest will ever be made.
A 45-year-old man was fatally struck in a -hit-and-run in the Belmont Cragin neighborhood early Sunday morning.
The 53-year-old woman struck and killed by a vehicle in Deerfield Friday morning has been identified.
A man was killed and a woman was seriously injured when they were struck by a hit-and-run driver while riding a motorcycle Tuesday night in northwest suburban Crystal Lake.
Police are searching for the driver who fatally struck a 56-year-old cyclist in West Garfield Park on Sunday.
Police in unincorporated York Township are searching for the hit-and-run driver who struck and killed a man who was crossing the street overnight.
Police said a 1999 Pontiac Montana was headed south on Halsted Street around 2:20 a.m., when it ran the red light at Madison Street.
A man was struck and killed by a vehicle in a hit-and-run in the East Garfield Park neighborhood Tuesday afternoon.
Lake County Sheriff's detectives responded to a burglary alarm at the café in the 34500 block of Route 45 in Third Lake, Illinois.
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.
Clouds linger Sunday, and temperatures are above average
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.
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.
Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy also says he's waiting to hear President-elect Donald Trump's proposals on resolving the conflict.
Woolery began hosting "Love Connection" after spending 11 years on "Wheel of Fortune." He also hosted the game show "Lingo" in the early 2000s. Woolery's podcast co-host and friend said he died at his home in Texas with his wife present.
Representatives from the least developed countries and small island nations walked out of negotiations at the summit on Saturday. They said they're frustrated over the process and are still interested in talks, but they want a fair deal.
Trump chose key members for his administration over the weekend, with most still face confirmation hearings.
A 16-year-old male was taken by the CFD to Mt. Sinai in critical condition with a gunshot wound to the abdomen and later died.
The shooting happened as crowds were packing downtown for the annual Magnificent Mile Lights Festival and Christkindlmarket in Daley Plaza.
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.
St. Sabina handed out 1,000 turkeys donated by movie director Spike Lee. Servants for Hope gave away more than 600 turkeys in Englewood.
Some along the parade route said they were excited for another year of Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse flipping the switch to light up the Mag Mile.
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.
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.
Lukas Reichel and Patrick Maroon scored for the Blackhawks, who lost for the fourth time in five games.
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.
The woman was taken to Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn in critical condition.
