Neglect led to years of abuse of Illinois juvenile detainees, lawsuit claims
A new scathing lawsuit accused state employees of sexually abusing 95 people while they were children detained in Illinois detention facilities.
A new scathing lawsuit accused state employees of sexually abusing 95 people while they were children detained in Illinois detention facilities.
A new scathing lawsuit accused state employees of sexually abusing 95 people while they were children detained in Illinois detention facilities. CBS 2 spoke with several incarceration watchdog groups who said more should be done to allow public access to discipline decisions and personnel records of staff at juvenile detention centers. They said a lack of access creates a cloud of secrecy over the people working directly with children.
It explores how and why genocide occurs across geography and time.
"I want the world to know what was going on while I was in that system. Since it happened to me, I don't want it to happen to the next adolescent."
CBS 2's Charlie De Mar reports a Maywood man is coming forward, saying he's one of 95 people alleging decades of sexual abuse at Illinois juvenile detention centers.
A man was charged with attempted murder after police said he attacked a woman in a park in northwest suburban McHenry on Sunday.
A man was charged with attempted murder after police said he attacked a woman in a park in northwest suburban McHenry on Sunday.
Two men from Illinois are in custody after a wild chase Monday in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin.
The winners are the seventh, eighth, and ninth players to win the $1 million tier prize, according to lottery officials.
An elderly man from Missouri was arrested on Monday for the murder of an 18-year-old woman nearly 60 years ago in a south suburb of Chicago. James Barbier, 79, is charged with first-degree murder in the 1966 stabbing death of 18-year-old Karen Snider in Calumet City.
The mother of Chicago Police Officer Ella French, who was murdered during a traffic stop in 2021, spoke about losing her daughter.
The annual Peace Officers Memorial Service, which honors officers who died in the line of duty, was held at the State Capitol grounds in Springfield on Thursday.
Usually, action days in Springfield focus on legislative issues related to Illinois' Muslim community, but this year, the organizers said, is different.
Muslim American advocates from Chicago traveled down to the Illinois State Capitol in Springfield on Wednesday to urge lawmakers to also call for a cease-fire in Gaza.
Muslim American advocates from Chicago traveled down to the Illinois State Capitol in Springfield on Wednesday to urge lawmakers to also call for a cease-fire in Gaza.
A guest speaker will also give firsthand accounts about the situation in Gaza amid the war between Israel and Hamas.
Lawyers who did work for the Village of Dolton withdrew from multiple cases after saying they haven't been paid.
The Chicago area is seeing the first signs of emerging cicadas popping up. The insects could do quite a bit of damage to young and unhealthy trees.
The bugs are already emerging in warmer southern states like Georgia and the Carolinas. In Illinois, two separate broods of cicadas will emerge at the same time this year.
Anthony E. Osmena, 23, was charged with aggravated battery with a deadly weapon, aggravated battery, aggravated battery in a public way, and unlawful use of a weapon.
Fire officials said around 9:43 a.m., crews responded to the crash at Emricson Park's Dream Field, at 900 W. South St.
Tylor Hyde was convicted on the offenses of aggravated battery, aggravated assault of a peace officer, resisting or obstructing a peace officer, and resisting or obstructing a peace officer causing injury
The winner won $1 million from the ticket that was given to her by a regular customer.
The governor's plan to reduce homelessness is focused on addressing inequities that hurt the Black community.
The Chicago Blackhawks have agreed to a six-year contract with defenseman Alex Vlasic, a native of north suburban Wilmette.
A 2-year-old girl was found safe after she went missing near a hotel in west suburban Lombard Friday morning.
Wind gusts up to 40 miles per hour are possible Friday with highs in the upper 70s.
Police said two men, 23 and 25 years old, were sitting in a silver sedan at a red light when a red van pulled up and shots were fired.
During the Tuesday night meeting, the clerk grabbed the mayor's gavel after she made several requests for the mayor to stop pointing it at her.
Chicago Police Supt. Larry Snelling talked with CBS News Chicago about victories and challenges after a year in the job.
During the Tuesday night meeting, the clerk grabbed the mayor's gavel after she made several requests for the mayor to stop pointing it at her.
Chicago Police Supt. Larry Snelling talked with CBS News Chicago about victories and challenges after a year in the job.
Henyard had appointed a new village manager, village attorney, and police chief—none of whom can take office with the ruling now in place.
Former President Donald Trump's campaign scrapped plans for an upcoming outdoor rally in Wisconsin after the Secret Service said it did not have the personnel needed to secure the site.
Wausau Mayor Doug Diny put on work gloves, donned a hard hat and used a dolly to cart away a drop box outside City Hall. The move is the latest example in swing state Wisconsin of the fight over whether communities will allow absentee ballot drop boxes.
Michael Cozzi bought a prepaid debit card for his friend and put $300 on it—only to be told by every party involved with the card that it was in somebody else's name and he couldn't unlock the money.
The New York Times has unveiled the 2024 edition of their list of the top 50 restaurants in the U.S., and a Chicago steakhouse is among the spots that made the national cut.
Earlier this year, CBS News Chicago reported on Monica Davis, a suburban woman who has since been arrested on accusations of pretending to be a dentist.
The Internet lit up this week with news that a Chicago restaurant is offering a luxe cocktail for $13,000, purportedly the most expensive martini in the United States.
Scammers have taken more than $100 million meant for senior citizens' Medicare bills, which comes from taxpayer money. The fraud scheme was exposed after swindlers made $3 billion worth of fake Medicare claims.
The government has already disbursed more than 900 million free at-home COVID-19 tests, and will be reopening its free test kit portal.
According to the Cook County Department of Animal and Rabies Control, the bats were both found Monday.
The Food and Drug Administration ended a program that provided free COVID-19 vaccines in August of 2024.
Earlier this year, CBS News Chicago reported on Monica Davis, a suburban woman who has since been arrested on accusations of pretending to be a dentist.
The Gift of Hope Organ Donor Care Center is focused on deceased patients whose lungs, hearts and more will live on in others.
Greyhound said its lease is up on Oct. 20, but Greyhound is "working with local officials and stakeholders to determine the path forward."
Experts say the warmer early fall temperatures mean some of the summer fruits and veggies we love. But it also means some fall produce could be delayed.
The sale has those in the real estate industry excited.
The factory's parent company said it gave workers the opportunity to move to other facilities.
One season ticket owner shared his take. His seats for Sunday, with a face value of $250, sold for about $599 each.
The adventure begins for 16 ordinary Americans as they embark on their trek to the top of the treacherous New Zealand Alps in 'The Summit.'
Since their debut nearly 35 years ago, Pearl Jam has been one of the world's most popular and influential rock groups. Lead singer Eddie Vedder and bassist Jeff Ament talk about success, friendship, creativity, and giving back to their loyal fans.
United said demand for its flights surges wherever Taylor Swift jets off to for her next concert.
Sean "Diddy" Combs is facing three charges, including sex trafficking, stemming from an investigation by federal authorities.
Caroline Vidmar's obsession with the iconic show started when she was just a kid.
Zelenskyy pleaded his case at the United Nations General Assembly and in Washington. On Friday, he's scheduled to meet with former President Donald Trump.
A 2-year-old girl was found safe after she went missing near a hotel in west suburban Lombard Friday morning. According to the Village of Lombard, the "girl has been found and is safe." No further information was available.
Trump blamed Harris for millions of illegal border crossings, linking her to President Joe Biden’s policies.
The community-focused café is extending National Coffee Day on Sunday into National Coffee Week. Chief Social Enterprise Officer Clarence Carson talks about the deals they’re offering and why you should stop in and grab a cup.
According to the Village of Lombard, a search is underway for the 2-year-old girl in the area of 22nd Street and Highland Avenue. She was last seen wearing a white tank top with colorful writing and blue jean shorts.
According to the Village of Lombard, the "girl has been found and is safe."
Wind gusts up to 40 miles per hour are possible Friday with highs in the upper 70s.
During the Tuesday night meeting, the clerk grabbed the mayor's gavel after she made several requests for the mayor to stop pointing it at her.
The neighborhood placed No. 34 out of 38 cities worldwide, as chosen by its team of editors and writers.
Police said two men, 23 and 25 years old, were sitting in a silver sedan at a red light when a red van pulled up and shots were fired.
Chicago Police Supt. Larry Snelling talked with CBS News Chicago about victories and challenges after a year in the job.
Car break-ins were the source of a whopping 40% of gun thefts last year.
The sum was less than attorneys were seeking.
Some of these veterans live in the Chicago area, and many are scattered around the country suffering from debilitating illnesses.
One of the videos showed the arrest of a journalist who said he was just doing his job when he was zip-tied and held for at least eight hours.
Meanwhile, Rome Odunze is confident the Bears' passing game can build off their second-half success.
The Sox improved to 39-120 with its three-game sweep of Los Angeles.
Derrick Rose announced on social media Thursday morning that he's retiring from the NBA after 16 seasons. Rose averaged 17.4 points and 5.2 assists in 723 regular-season games.
The Sox won on Andrew Benintendi's 10th-inning single.
The Cubs lost two of three in the series to finish with a 39-42 road record.
Chicago Police Supt. Larry Snelling talked with CBS News Chicago about victories and challenges after a year in the job.
Darius Sullivan was convicted of shooting and killing Bradley police Sgt. Marlene Rittmanic with her own service weapon in December 2021.
The victims range in age from 20 to 25 years old.
Terry Dolowy went missing on Feb. 14, 1985. Days later, her decapitated and burning body was found near a roadside.
A 25-year-old Michigan man serving a life sentence for a murder conviction in Alabama has been handed another life sentence for a killing in Wisconsin.