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Illinois cold case victim identified as Ohio woman nearly 50 years after she was killed
A woman found murdered on the side of a rural road about 50 miles southwest of Chicago in 1976 has been identified, officials announced Thursday.
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A woman found murdered on the side of a rural road about 50 miles southwest of Chicago in 1976 has been identified, officials announced Thursday.
According to Matteson police, 20 railcars of a Canadian National train derailed around 10:30 a.m.
Drone footage shows the large hole, which is estimated to be at least 30 feet deep and 100 feet wide.
Whether it's increased or decreased rainfall, or warmer temps stressing their crops, farmers in DeKalb County are trying to figure out how to keep their family business afloat.
DuPage County prosecutors won't bring any criminal charges against the Carol Stream police officers involved in the fatal police shooting of Isaac Goodlow III inside his apartment last February.
Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias says the money will go to six law enforcement agencies across the state, including Joliet, Chicago, and the Illinois State Police.
The U.S. Supreme Court overturned the bribery conviction of a former Indiana mayor, a decision that could impact the racketeering trial of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan.
51-year-old Michael Broadway's death is sparking demands for the prison to close immediately, citing the need to improve jail conditions.
Illinois is poised to right a 175-year-old wrong by returning land in northern Illinois guaranteed to a Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation chief in 1829.
The ticket in the May 20 Lotto Million 1 drawing matched all six numbers, winning the $1 million jackpot prize.
"We have Republicans who would rather fight other Republicans than engage in the harder work of defeating incumbent Democrats by convincing swing voters to vote Republican," Tracy wrote in his resignation letter
As the presidential campaign season heads into a key stretch with both major party conventions in the coming months, Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker and former President Trump have continued to spar.
The person who had been holding the sheriff’s deputies in a standoff was also shot in the incident in the Lost Lake gated community.
Chicago Bears President and CEO Kevin Warrant reiterated the team's desire for a new stadium along the city's lakefront on Tuesday, despite the state legislature taking no action on a proposed deal during its spring session.
CBS 2's Sabrina Franza reports that activists in Chicago are working to speed up the process to process more people. The majority of them had been here for years before this latest immigration surge.
The spending plan includes $182 million to help Chicago cover the costs of caring for migrants, and a $350 million increase in funding for schools statewide.
The prize was said to be the largest ever won by an iLottery player in the nation.
The ticket was purchased by someone in Illinois. However, it's not clear where as it appeared the ticket was bought online.
The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services said it stopped sending kids in its care to a center in Chicago earlier this year after two workers there were accused of abuse.
The Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice is facing new allegations from dozens of men and women who said they were abused as children when they were incarcerated. Nearly 200 have come forward to sue the state agency that operates Illinois Youth Centers, many of which operate around Chicago, including in St. Charles, Warrenville, and Joliet.
The more than 100 new plaintiffs in a lawsuit added to previous allegations of abuse, some of which happened as late as 2019.
The Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice is facing new allegations from dozens of men and women who said they were abused as children when they were incarcerated. Nearly 200 have come forward to sue the state agency that operates Illinois Youth Centers, many of which operate around Chicago.
Officials say Jon W. Hansen, 24, of Shorewood, is charged with three counts of murder, one count of attempted first-degree murder, and one count of aggravated battery with a firearm.
Illinois House lawmakers approved the fiscal year 2025 spending plan, which is said to be the largest in the state's history. The elimination of the 1% grocery tax may make a trip to the store more affordable, but it could also leave some local governments with a major hole in their budgets.
Illinois House lawmakers approved the fiscal year 2025 spending plan, which is said to be the largest in the state's history. The $53 billion budget was approved with a 65 to 45 vote in the early morning hours after the state Senate passed it on over the weekend. The more than 3,000-page spending plan now heads to Gov. JB Pritzker's desk for his signature.
Every cake, from the frosting to the cherries on top, is made to be admired and even related to, but not eaten.
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A letter sent to the convention rules committee establishes that "no virtual voting will begin before August 1."
Chicago led 42-21 at the midway point of the second quarter and held the advantage until Megan Gustafson made a 3-pointer from the corner with 8:16 remaining in the fourth to give the Aces their first lead of the game at 72-71.
The National Weather Service on Tuesday was investigating 29 potential tornado tracks. So far, 17 tornadoes have been confirmed.
A letter sent to the convention rules committee establishes that "no virtual voting will begin before August 1."
Tiffany Henyard was accused by board members of keeping certain items off the agenda Tuesday night—including an ordinance that board members say would cap spending by the supervisor.
President Biden is considering proposals to reform the Supreme Court, CBS News has learned.
Meanwhile in Milwaukee Tuesday, at a breakfast for the Illinois RNC delegates, CBS News Chicago asked leaders about the somewhat significant divide between Vance and Trump.
Sen. Bob Menendez tried to shift the blame to his wife, Nadine Menendez, but was found guilty on all 16 felony counts for a scheme involving bribery and business favors.
As of Tuesday evening, a total of five tornadoes had been confirmed in the Chicago area from the storms Monday night and six Sunday night.
The tax is up just 2 cents compared with Sunday. But it is quite a jump compared with the Illinois gas seven years ago.
One third of Chicago's roughly 400 new car dealers are using pen and paper to complete deals.
The family asked CBS 2 for help after they found themselves stuck with random stuff and boxes filling their space—and nowhere else left to turn.
The gas hike approved in November was the largest gas utility rate hike in Illinois history.
Lisa Gee's experience taught her the life-saving importance of organ donations for thousands of patients.
Keisha House said people trust their hairdressers and barbers, and great communication takes place while in those chairs.
The FDA found even some products that claimed to be "sterile" were contaminated.
Under state law, all children living in a high-risk ZIP code must be tested for lead exposure at 12, 24, and 36 months of age.
Shane Butler said he was grateful to be alive, and he owes it all to the safety training he did exactly one year before he accidentally shot himself.
Bally's took possession of the River West property July 5.
The plant, which was indefinitely idled in February 2023, is expected to reopen next year.
Fiscal Year 2024 saw total cannabis sales exceed $2 billion, which exceeded the figures for Fiscal Years 2023 and 2022.
Kroger owns the Mariano's brand, while Albertsons owns Jewel-Osco.
The DNC arrives at the United Center from Aug. 19-22.
"Big Brother" announced Tuesday the 16 new Houseguests who will move into the "Big Brother" house and, for the first time ever, have the power to vote in a 17th houseguest.
After many people criticized Andress' rendition of the National Anthem online, comparing her with Fergie, the singer says she's going to rehab.
Shannen Doherty had been battling cancer since 2015.
Richard Simmons devoted his life to making people sweat with his "Sweatin' to the Oldies" workout videos.
Judge Mary Marlowe Sommer dismissed the case with prejudice based on the misconduct of police and prosecutors.
Recently Nationwide Insurance announced it will drop 100,000 pet insurance policies over the next year, citing rising vet costs as a major reason. Vet services rose by more than 6% from June OF 2023 and 2024, according to government data tracking inflation.
Artist Anna Lasbury said she's never made a real cake but can make a fake one.
It's been a busy and eventful week at the Republican National Convention, where everyone is talking about former President Trump's running mate, U.S. Sen. JD Vance. On Wednesday, the Biden-Harris campaign released a new video bashing Vance, just hours before he’s set to take the stage at the RNC.
Thousand of people in the Chicago area are still without power Wednesday after powerful and dangerous storms that hit the area both Sunday and Monday nights.
Police officers brought in from Columbus, Ohio to help with security at the Republican National Convention shot and killed a man holding a knife outside the convention center on Tuesday.
The National Weather Service on Tuesday was investigating 29 potential tornado tracks. So far, 17 tornadoes have been confirmed.
traffic is now being forced off at Old Orchard Road.
For Monday night, 11 individual tornadoes have been confirmed so far.
Every cake, from the frosting to the cherries on top, is made to be admired and even related to, but not eaten.
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Former Secret Service agent McCarthy said security for both conventions is now even under more scrutiny since the assassination attempt on former President Trump.
The department has now confirmed they will be providing emergency medical support both inside the secure perimeter that will be going up around the United Center.
Data show the 4th of July has historically been one of the deadliest days of the year.
The former University of Illinois football player had been hired at Aunt Martha's despite having a criminal conviction on his record.
Two battalion chiefs told CBS 2 Investigators said hiring needs to be a priority for the Chicago Fire Department, and they plan to protest their working conditions.
Chicago led 42-21 at the midway point of the second quarter and held the advantage until Megan Gustafson made a 3-pointer from the corner with 8:16 remaining in the fourth to give the Aces their first lead of the game at 72-71.
Williams was the No. 1 overall pick in last April's draft as Odunze was picked No. 9 overall to add to a revamped offense.
Joe "Jellybean" Bryant, a former Philadelphia 76ers and La Salle University basketball great and the father of the late, NBA legend Kobe Bryant, has died. He was 69.
The QB wasted no time showing off his arm as he literally passed his Caleb Cares Hero awards to recipients, or receivers, in the crowd.
The White Sox also drafted Caleb Bonemer, a shortstop out of Okemos High School in Michigan, with the 43rd pick in the second round.
Sen. Bob Menendez tried to shift the blame to his wife, Nadine Menendez, but was found guilty on all 16 felony counts for a scheme involving bribery and business favors.
The search for a new police chief is now underway in the Village of Robbins after Scott was relieved of his duties after just 15 months on the job.
Jennifer Lee Wilson, 48, was apprehended Saturday evening in New Buffalo Township, Michigan, according to the Berrien County, Michigan Sheriff's office.
Late Sunday, no one was in custody. Harrison Area detectives are investigating.
Former President Trump was injured in a shooting at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. The FBI has identified the gunman as 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks.