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A man was found dead, and his 75-year-old mother is in critical condition after escaping a house fire in North Lawndale early Wednesday morning. Firefighters responded to the fire in the 1200 block of South Kedvale Avenue around 1 a.m.
The 75-year-old woman escaped the home on her own but told police and firefighters her son was still inside.
Police said the 32-year-old was inside her family's home near 38th and Kedzie Friday when the fire broke out.
Police and fire crews are investigating after one person was killed in a housefire in Montgomery, Illinois, Sunday morning.
A fire spread to at least three buildings on Chicago's South Side Monday evening. Chopper 2 and CBS 2's Kris Habermehl were over the scene in the 6900 block of South Rockwell Street.
Both were taken to Advocate Christ Medical Center in good condition.
Fire damage was estimated preliminarily at $100,000.
A house fire in far northwest suburban Hampshire left three people injured on Monday. Chopper 2 was over the visible damage of the home.
Video from Citizen App and social media shows the intensity of the fire just before 6 p.m. near 22nd and Harvey.
Chopper 2 captured the aftermath of a garage fire that spread to nearby homes in northwest suburban Carpentersville.
Chicago fire crews were trying to put out a two-alarm fire at a home in the Roseland neighborhood Monday afternoon.
Chicago fire crews were trying to put out a two-alarm fire at a home in the Roseland neighborhood Monday afternoon.
An investigation is underway after a woman was found dead with gunshot wounds inside a house that was on fire on the South Side Friday.
Two people were taken to the hospital with minor injuries.
It was reported that the occupants had already escaped by the time crews arrived, but two dogs were trapped inside.
After the explosion, a huge fire engulfed an entire building in flames in just a matter of minutes.
Dramatic surveillance video shows the exact moment an explosion ripped through a townhome development in Maine Township near Des Plaines. After the explosion, a huge fire engulfed an entire building in flames in just a matter of minutes.
Two teens and a firefighter were injured after a fire in the West Roseland neighborhood Wednesday morning.
A woman died in a house explosion late Wednesday morning in New Chicago, Indiana.
Neighbors helped two children escape the fire.
A pit bull was found unconscious in the home and revived by paramedics at the scene. Another dog in the house has not been found.
The Aurora Fire Department responded to the fire in the 500 block of West Park Avenue around noon, according to the department. Fire crews could see a large column of smoke in the distance as they approached the two-story single-family home.
An elderly woman is dead and a man is critically injured after a house fire in the Roseland neighborhood Saturday morning.
The Fox Lake Fire Protection District said in a Facebook post it was dispatched to the 32000 block of North Rushmore Avenue in Lakemoor.
On Wednesday, a hearing will be held on the objections made on all the political candidates.
This happened as the union and CPS continue to iron out their contract.
Juan Pio Toto is accused of dumping the body of his ex-girlfriend—Atalia Pucheta Martinez, 23.
A gun was recovered on the man who was shot.
Nick Martinelli continued his scoring run with 27 points on 10-for-14 shooting and Northwestern beat Illinois-Chicago 83-74.
On Wednesday, a hearing will be held on the objections made on all the political candidates.
This happened as the union and CPS continue to iron out their contract.
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.
Jack Teixeira admitted he illegally posted sensitive military information in online chat rooms.
The White Sox recently wrapped up a historically bad season, while the Bears' season is moving deeply in the wrong direction.
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.
For the first time since 1938, children in Des Moines, Iowa, will go trick-or-treating on Halloween. The city began its unusual custom of opting for Beggar's Night decades ago in hopes of tamping down on hooliganism.
According to the Citizens Utility Board, it will cost another $12.8 billion to complete the project--$5 billion more than previous estimates.
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.
The "Dawson's Creek" alum shared the news on Sunday and said that despite the diagnosis, there is "reason for optimism, and I'm feeling good."
Three patients at the University of Chicago Medicine are in the trial for the treatment.
Some pathogens that contaminate food are even showing up in the U.S. for the first time thanks to climate change.
McDonald's says Quarter Pounders will be back on the menu at hundreds of its restaurants after testing ruled out beef patties as the source of an E. coli outbreak.
Foxtrot will be pouring free drip coffee between 6 a.m. and 10 a.m. at the Fulton Market location to celebrate the reopening.
Mayor Brandon Johnson was asked about the proposal Tuesday afternoon.
Ald. Ronnie Mosley (21st) said the closure is a breaking of a promise that Aldi would remain in the neighborhood.
The White Sox recently wrapped up a historically bad season, while the Bears' season is moving deeply in the wrong direction.
After nearly two decades in the city, organizers posted on social media that they are "deeply grateful to the City of Chicago."
After nearly two decades in the city, organizers posted on social media that they are "deeply grateful to the City of Chicago."
Mattel apologizes for inadvertently directing people to pornography site instead of one promoting upcoming film.
Actor Tony Todd's TV and movie credits spanned 40 years and included the 1992 horror film "Candyman" and its 2021 sequel.
The nominations for the 67th Grammy Awards have been announced, and the nominees include a long list of top music stars.
Quincy Jones, the multi-talented music legend who collaborated with everyone from Michael Jackson to Frank Sinatra, has died at 91, his family announced.
The condition can happen often in winter, when less sunlight reaches the brain.
Juan Pio Toto, 26, was charged Monday with one felony count of concealment of death. He is accused of dumping the body of his ex-girlfriend—Atalia Pucheta Martinez, 23.
Police said the 39-year-old man was in a car in the 6000 block of South Prairie Avenue when he was shot.
Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon has your 10 p.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024.
Ald. Ronnie Mosley (21st) called the closure of the store at 821 W. 115th St. a betrayal. Darius Johnson reports.
A gun was recovered on the man who was shot.
On Wednesday, a hearing will be held on the objections made on all the political candidates.
Ald. Ronnie Mosley (21st) said the closure is a breaking of a promise that Aldi would remain in the neighborhood.
A former Westchester Middle School student is accusing former teacher Dawn Chester of sexually abusing her when she was 11 years old.
Caitlin Tracey's family did not want her husband to have her remains because of a history of domestic violence allegations.
Caitlin Tracey's family did not want her husband to have her remains because of a history of domestic violence allegations.
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.
Since the teen was brought back into custody in the last week, instead of a "more secure placement," he has been placed in an unsecured shelter.
Over the last year, the ADL locally has tracked a 300% increase in the number of antisemitic incidents in Chicago.
The man city records document as the owner of the alley declined several requests for an interview, but could be seen repeatedly driving a forklift through CBS News Chicago's shot.
Nick Martinelli continued his scoring run with 27 points on 10-for-14 shooting and Northwestern beat Illinois-Chicago 83-74.
Mayor Brandon Johnson was asked about the proposal Tuesday afternoon.
Marsh will lead a young Sky team with stars Angel Reese and Kamilla Cardoso, who will have a second head coach in as many years.
Former NFL head coach Jack Del Rio has stepped down from his role on Wisconsin's coaching staff after he was arrested near campus for operating a vehicle while intoxicated last week.
Passing game coordinator Thomas Brown will take over at offensive coordinator.
Juan Pio Toto is accused of dumping the body of his ex-girlfriend—Atalia Pucheta Martinez, 23.
A gun was recovered on the man who was shot.
The victim was hit in the neck and shoulder and was taken to the University of Chicago Medical Center in critical condition.
Police used a Taser on the suspect while taking him into custody.
Jack Teixeira admitted he illegally posted sensitive military information in online chat rooms.
