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A wild cat that had been roaming the northwest suburbs for at least a few days is no longer on the prowl. Animal control officers captured the caracal in Hoffman Estates on Tuesday, after it was first spotted in a homeowner's backyard on Friday.
A caracal is something you might expect to see on a safari in central or southern Africa, not in Chicago's northwest suburbs. But Hoffman Estates police said one of the exotic cats has been roaming around the village, and they're trying to catch it. The caracal has become the talk of the town.
Jan Hoffman-Rau said she was flabbergasted when she spotted the wild cat hanging out in her backyard on Friday morning.
Sears first moved into the headquarters in 1992, after receiving a series of incentives.
Sears first moved into the headquarters in Hoffman Estates in 1992.
According to the Illinois Department of Public Health, West Nile is transmitted through the bite of a Culex mosquito, or house mosquito, that has picked up the virus by feeding on an infected bird.
A batch of mosquitos found in Hoffman Estates earlier this week tested positive. So far, there have not been any reported cases in humans.
Illinois State Police said a driver slammed into the toll plaza on the Barrington Road exit ramp in the westbound lanes of Interstate 90 around 4:30 a.m.
Flammable items such as fuel were in the trailer, prompting a hazmat response for the fire.
A pickup truck and trailer from a concrete company caught fire near the Barrington Road exit. Kris Habermehl reports from Chopper 2.
The unit was tasked with fooling and distracting the Germans.
Neighbors reported seeing funnel clouds and extensive damage, including lost power which was restored as of Wednesday.
The National Weather Service was working to confirm whether or not a tornado touched down across the Chicago area Tuesday night, including in areas near northwest suburban Hoffman Estates and Inverness.
CBS 2's Marybel Gonzalez reports from northwestern Hoffman Estates where a lot of snow fell and residents are trying to clean up before the the next wave comes through.
CBS 2's Marybel Gonzalez reports from the northern suburb of Hoffman Estates, where the snow has stopped falling but the wet conditions are forcing drivers to go slow on roadways.
CBS 2's Marybel Gonzalez reports from Hoffman Estates where it looks like a winter wonderland, but roads are slippery as the snow melts and another round of the white stuff arrives in the evening.
The man was taken by the Hoffman Estates Fire Department to Saint Alexius Medical Center and was pronounced dead.
Albert Ramon also introduced us to the Hoffman Estates color guard and band gearing up for the anticipated halftime show featuring a 70s theme to go with the school's 50th-anniversary celebration.
CBS 2's Marshall Harris chats with Palatine High School Athletic Director Luis Arroyo about the big games taking place and the pride his school has for its athletic offerings.
This week's Friday Blitz is also homecoming weekend for one school.
CBS 2's Albert Ramon and Marshall Harris talked to the Blue Crew, Hoffman Estates High School's largest club.
CBS 2's Marshall Harris is at the big homecoming game and football is not the only sport on the field Friday. The Hoffman Estate Hawks' cheerleaders are also presenting some of their best moves before the game.
CBS 2's Marshall Harris talks about the anticipated doubleheader at Hoffman Estates featuring the soccer teams from both schools.
CBS 2 Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon is in Hoffman Estates for the big homecoming game.
Police said, around 8:15 p.m. Wednesday, officers responded to a 911 call of a shooting in the 1700 block of Queensbury Circle.
Gary police said just before 7:30 p.m., officers received a call about a man down in front of a residence in the 1100 block of North Warren Street.
The incidents date back to October, with the latest happening on Monday during the evening and early morning hours.
After a quiet and cloudy day in the 30s, two rounds of snow develop late in the day on Thursday, and into the evening
The oysters were sold as Fanny Bay, Buckley Bay, and Royal Miyagi.
A California judge issued a restraining order Tuesday against a 20-year-old man who told FBI agents that he had been messaging with the Wisconsin shooter.
Many, including alderpersons and the members of the incoming elected school board, are denouncing the planned agenda.
The Supreme Court on Wednesday said it will take up a challenge to a new law that could lead to a ban on TikTok in the U.S.
The House Ethics Committee voted to release its report on the investigation into former Rep. Matt Gaetz on Dec. 5, according to multiple sources.
Survivors, advocates and experts have weighed in on Mayor Brandon Johnson's pledge to create a task force to study the safety of Black women in Chicago.
Thornton Township Trustees Christopher Gonzalez and Carmen Carlisle have been going to great lengths to stall movement on Henyard's plans for the township.
The oysters were sold as Fanny Bay, Buckley Bay, and Royal Miyagi.
Customers said contractors from the company, Orange Elephant Roofing & Solar, seemed simply to disappear into thin air. But that is only the tip of the iceberg.
Anyone who has an affected Connie's Pizza in the freezer should either throw it out or bring it back to the store for a refund.
The Chicago-based company is accused of tricking diners about delivery fees, misleading drivers about pay, and listing restaurants on its platform without permission.
Back in 2017, the city promised to replace the smelly windows after the CBS News Chicago Investigators exposed the issue. But just a tiny fraction of the windows in question have been replaced.
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services announced Wednesday that it had detected presumptive positive human case of H5N1 in Barron County.
The sisters share a special bond of getting a second chance at life, which they both received at the age of 38 years old.
An even larger investment of $500 million is going toward 10 new outpatient facilities throughout the South Side that will add 85,000 health care appointments each year.
Scientists used the NanoGripper to grab particles from the SARS-CoV2 virus that causes COVID-19.
The program should launch early next year.
Owner Eddie Lakin made the announcement Wednesday. He said the last day for the restaurant at 1571 Sherman Ave. would be this coming Saturday, Dec. 21.
This move was anticipated back in the summer, and comes months after the mortgage company Guaranteed Rate changed its name simply to Rate.
Both President Biden and President-elect Trump have vowed to block the $15 billion acquisition on national security grounds.
The bar has been in the ownership of the same family since 1989.
Experts said Tuesday night that the industry is facing hard times because of factors such as slowing sales and diminishing reimbursements—leading to store closures.
Taylor also played two nights at Ravinia this past June.
Mindy Kaling and Morris Chestnut announced the nominations for the 82nd annual Golden Globes, with 10 nominees revealed live on CBS News.
The lawsuit alleges the unidentified girl was raped at a Video Music Awards afterparty in 2000.
Social media sleuths noticed that the house next door to the iconic "Home Alone" house in Winnetka is now up for sale.
Here are the top songs, artists, and albums streamed on Spotify in Chicago this year, according to communications agency Burson Global.
The holidays are filled with celebrations and all those sweet treats, but dieticians warn against taking extreme steps to compensate for overeating.
The theater is now the first institution to join the Kennedy Center's storied list of honorees.
This comes after mysterious drone sightings in the state and surrounding areas.
A protest was planned for Thursday morning, after the new Cook County State's Attorney dropped charges against an Oak Lawn police officer accused of excessive force for beating a Palestinian American teen during an arrest in 2022.
Gary Fire Department arrived on scene and took the woman to St Catherine's Hospital, where she died. The man was taken to Methodist Northlake Hospital for treatment.
The Teamsters union said the Amazon delivery drivers are fighting for a contract with better wages and workplace safety.
After a quiet and cloudy day in the 30s, two rounds of snow develop late in the day on Thursday, and into the evening
A California judge issued a restraining order Tuesday against a 20-year-old man who told FBI agents that he had been messaging with the Wisconsin shooter.
Many, including alderpersons and the members of the incoming elected school board, are denouncing the planned agenda.
Gary police said just before 7:30 p.m., officers received a call about a man down in front of a residence in the 1100 block of North Warren Street.
Customers said contractors from the company, Orange Elephant Roofing & Solar, seemed simply to disappear into thin air. But that is only the tip of the iceberg.
Survivors, advocates and experts have weighed in on Mayor Brandon Johnson's pledge to create a task force to study the safety of Black women in Chicago.
The Chicago-based company is accused of tricking diners about delivery fees, misleading drivers about pay, and listing restaurants on its platform without permission.
Now-retired Joliet police Sgt. Javier Esqueda was charged in connection with leaking squad car video of a man who died in Joliet police custody.
The original bus company they paid $10,000 to take them to Tampa left them stranded Wednesday night.
Edwards shot 8 for 15, including 6 for 13 from beyond the arc for the Ramblers (9-1).
Williams' completion percentage so far this year is 61.9%, which would be lower than any of his three college seasons.
Donato skated out of the right corner and stuffed a shot past Logan Thompson to hand Washington a second straight loss for only the second time this season.
Layden Blocker led the way for the Blue Demons (8-3, 0-2) with 17 points. Conor Enright added 12 points.
This move was anticipated back in the summer, and comes months after the mortgage company Guaranteed Rate changed its name simply to Rate.
Gary police said just before 7:30 p.m., officers received a call about a man down in front of a residence in the 1100 block of North Warren Street.
The incidents date back to October, with the latest happening on Monday during the evening and early morning hours.
Police have not said if the two burglaries are connected.
The suspect is facing seven counts of first-degree murder and dozens of other charges related to the 2022 mass shooting.
Tuhan "Amanda" Waller, 53, has been charged with five felony counts of retail theft. She had previously pleaded guilty to charges in three other shoplifting incidents.
