Pedestrian killed while trying to cross Dan Ryan Expressway
Illinois State Police on Sunday were trying to figure out how a pedestrian ended up on the Dan Ryan.
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Illinois State Police on Sunday were trying to figure out how a pedestrian ended up on the Dan Ryan.
Illinois State Police on Sunday were trying to figure out how a pedestrian ended up on the Dan Ryan.
The crash caused the truck to spill diesel fuel. All southbound lanes were closed at Old Orchard.
A crash involving a semi-truck sent two people to the hospital, caused a diesel fuel spill and snarled traffic Friday afternoon on the Edens Expressway near Skokie.
The plume of dangerous natural gas shut down I-94 in both directions between Portage and Burns Harbor, Indiana. Charlie De Mar reports.
A major gas leak in northwest Indiana forced officials to shut down a stretch of Interstate 94 for several hours causing major gridlock on Tuesday afternoon.
A car with police tape around it was seen at the University of Chicago Medical Center after the shooting.
Steven Moore, 30, was charged with three counts of attempted murder.
The northbound lanes of I-94 were closed after the deadly shooting.
The driver of the squad car was taken to a local area hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Reum was trapped in a wrecked pickup truck for six days after crashing off I-94 in Portage.
Over this past weekend, Reum also shared photos taken with his father and aunt on Facebook.
Indiana State Police are warning drivers of icy roadways and several crashes on I-65 in Crown Point Friday morning.
As Reum takes a new turn in his recovery, we are also seeing a new view of his reunion with his rescuers. CBS 2’s Jermont Terry reports.
Matt Reum will continue healing at home, and will also undergo outpatient physical rehabilitation at Memorial Hospital, Beacon Health System reported.
Beacon Health System announced Reum, of Mishawaka, Indiana, was released from the Memorial Hospital in South Bend on Tuesday.
Reum met the fishermen who found him under Interstate 94 on Tuesday, Dec. 26 - and the firefighters and paramedics from the Portage Fire Department who rescued him.
Portage, Indiana police released the bodycam video from their officers exclusively to CBS 2. It shows first responders rescuing 27-year-old Matt Reum, who had been in a wrecked pickup truck for nearly a week. CBS 2's Marybel Gonzalez reports.
In the video, officers are shocked to learn Reum has been trapped in the pickup truck under the I-94 bridge for as long as he has.
For the first time, we are hearing from Matt Reum himself after he survived in a wrecked truck under I-94 in Northwest Indiana for six days. CBS 2’s Marybel Gonzalez reports.
The victim's vehicle had two bullet defects to the rear passenger side door as a result of the shooting. However, no injuries were reported.
Reum broke his silence Monday – six days after he was rescued from a wrecked pickup truck along a creek in Northwest Indiana where he had been trapped for as many days.
Reum, 27, drove his pickup truck off I-94 near Portage on Wednesday, Dec. 20, and ended up down a ravine and under a bridge along the rushing Salt Creek.
CBS 2's Joe Donlon spoke Thursday with the dispatcher who took the call from one of two fishermen who found Matt Reum in a wrecked truck – and jumpstarted the rescue effort.
Dispatcher Jeremy Nemeth took the call from a fisherman who found Matt Reum in a wrecked pickup truck under I-94 in Portage, Indiana. Reum had been trapped for six days. CBS 2's Joe Donlon reports.
Illinois State Police said 42-year-old Abram Perez was shot and killed after firing several shots at police in DeKalb County.
When the girl woke up, the man fled the scene on a rental bicycle, according to police.
Snow on the ground is accumulating, creating slushy road conditions.
Tomasz J. Kalembasa, 40, was charged with vehicular hijacking.
Periods of moderate to heavy snow are dropping visibility and leading to quick accumulations across the area.
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.
Anthony Finch has filed suit against the village and Mayor Derrick Burgess for wrongful termination. Now, four trustees want to bring Finch back to the village—but this time working as an auditor.
Judicial regulators have filed a complaint against a former Wisconsin Supreme Court justice who spread election conspiracy theories and was hired by Republicans to lead an investigation into President-elect Donald Trump's loss in the 2020 election, accusing him of violating multiple rules of conduct.
"Some of the steps and measures that are being taken, these are some individuals that are having tantrums right now. It's time to grow up. The people of Chicago don't have time for that," Johnson said.
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.
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.
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."
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.
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."
With the release of part one of her new memoir, Cher talks about her relationship - on stage and off - with Sonny Bono, and why their TV partnership survived beyond their marriage.
"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 IBA also gave out the Silver Dome Awards at its luncheon Wednesday.
Take an inside look at the preparations being made for this year’s Magnificent Mile Lights Festival.
Rae is a 3-month-old lab mix who is doing well with potty training, and is super smart and eager to please. Axel is a 2-year-old lab mix who is friendly with every dog and person he meets, but needs to remain calm while recovering from heartworm treatment.
The season's first snowfall of the season is impacting driving conditions in the Chicago area. Snow on the ground is accumulating, creating slushy road conditions.
Heavy snow made it hard to see planes taking off and landing at Midway International Airport on Thursday.
A Winter Weather Advisory will be in effect until 1 p.m. in the Chicago area. It has been extended until 3 p.m. in Northwest Indiana and Kankakee County.
Periods of moderate to heavy snow are dropping visibility and leading to quick accumulations across the area.
The state's highest court ruled a special prosecutor's decision to re-indict Smollett violated his constitutional rights after Cook County prosecutors previously dropped charges against him.
President-elect Donald Trump announced Gaetz as his nominee to be attorney general last week.
Four people were taken to area hospitals in serious-to-critical condition, and one of those four was described as "very critical" by the Fire Department.
Tomasz J. Kalembasa, 40, was charged with vehicular hijacking.
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.
Indiana is ranked among the states with the weakest gun safety laws, in part because it does not have a law that requires safely storing firearms.
"How is this possible that so many things could have gone wrong and allowed for this to happen?" Candice Gatlin said.
Will Riley led Illinois (3-1) with 18 points and nine rebounds while Kylan Boswell added 17 and Kasparas Jakucionis had 15.
Zach Lavine scored 27 points to lead Chicago. Torrey Craig added 15, while Nikola Vucevic and Coby White had 14 each.
Morgan went 3-0 with a 1.93 ERA in 32 appearances last season for the AL Central champion Guardians.
Williams and the Bears offense will try to build off the positives in game one this past weekend with Thomas Brown calling plays.
Meyer had five rebounds for the Blue Demons (5-0). Troy D'Amico scored 14 points.
When the girl woke up, the man fled the scene on a rental bicycle, according to police.
Alicia Robles said didn't initially feel the pain because she was still absorbing the situation—and then seconds later, her skin, she said, was on fire.
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.
Police said the drive-by shooting happened on the 2400 block of South Oakley Avenue around 10:45 a.m.
CTA officials received a disturbance call just before 9:40 a.m. on board a bus near the entrance to the Red Line station along the Dan Ryan Expressway.
