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When a child finds a gun and kills himself or herself, is it an accident, or is it preventable? That has been Kandice Cole's journey in Northwest Indiana, after it happened to her 4-year-old son. Megan Hickey reports.
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.
Emma Baum, 25, was last seen on Oct. 10. She was expecting another child, and was due any day than she vanished, as Jermont Terry reports.
Police have said a suspect in a string of robberies attacked an undercover officer during a sting operation on Wednesday.
Newly released videos show a man attacking an undercover Gary police officer with a machete-like weapon earlier this week during an undercover sting, before police shot and killed the suspect.
Emma Baum, 25, was last seen near 25th and Connecticut in Gary on Oct. 10. She was 9 months pregnant at the time, and might have given birth since then.
Police were investigating a string of robberies stemming from fake social media marketplace sales, when the suspect allegedly tried to rob an undercover officer and attacked him with a machete-style weapon.
The signs of success can be found all around Indiana's campus these days.
Rhyker Earl, 26, died of cardiovascular disease, an enlarged heart, and cardiac arrest, according to the Lake County Coroner's office. A forensic autopsy found no evidence of trauma.
After more than three days of deliberations, an Indiana jury has convicted Richard Allen in the murders of two teenage girls who had vanished during a hike in Delphi in 2017.
After more than three days of deliberations, an Indiana jury has convicted Richard Allen in the murders of two teenage girls who had vanished during a hike in Delphi in 2017.
Richard Allen is accused in the killings of 14-year-old Liberty "Libby" German and 13-year-old Abigail "Abby" Williams in 2017.
Jury deliberations resumed Monday morning in the murder trial of Richard Allen, who is accused of killing two teenage girls in Delphi, Indiana, in 2017.
Richard Allen could be sentenced to up to 130 years in prison if convicted of all the charges.
The trial, which has consumed the small town of Delphi, Indiana, is now wrapping up after weeks of testimony and evidence about the fate of those two teenage girls, Libby German and Abby Williams.
A high-profile murder case that rocked a small Indiana town and captured the nation's attention is now in the hands of the jury. Jurors heard closing arguments on Thursday in the trial of the man accused of killing two teenage girls in 2017.
Richard Allen is accused of killing 13-year-old Abby Williams and 14-year-old Libby German while they were out for a hike in 2017.
Richard Allen is accused of the 2017 deaths of Abby Williams and Libby German.
After 17 days, the defense rested its case in the Delphi, Indiana, double murder trial of Richard Allen. He is accused of the 2017 deaths of Abby Williams and Libby German.
Banks, 45, was strongly favored to win the Senate race in the Hoosier state, which Trump won by large margins in 2016 and 2020.
Democratic Rep. Frank Mrvan has a comfortable lead in his race for reelection in Indiana, but it hasn’t been called yet. Sara Machi reports.
Results begin to trickle in for key Congressional races in Illinois and Indiana.
Braun, 70, will succeed outgoing Republican Gov. Eric Holcomb, who could not seek a third term because of term limits.
Many Indiana voters went to the polls Tuesday for the 2024 election. Check below for the latest Indiana election results as they come in.
Forty-five U.S. House of Representatives members, including two from Indiana, will not seek re-election, guaranteeing a few new representatives.
Surveillance video shows the incident at the station on Oct. 17 in the 8600 block of South Morgan Street.
The leaders are accused of crimes against humanity and war crimes over the war in Gaza and the Oct. 7 Hamas attack on Israel.
The event features competitions, family-friendly activities, and shopping.
A winter weather advisory will take effect from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Snow is expected to be a threat through noon before changing over to a cold afternoon rain.
A winter weather advisory will take effect for the Chicago area.
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.
President-elect Donald Trump's six-year New York criminal odyssey might need to continue for at least another four, prosecutors said Tuesday.
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.
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.
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.
The car went around the crossing gates for the CSX freight train tracks at the Park Avenue crossing near 153rd Street and Park Avenue. The car then collided with the side of a CSX locomotive and was dragged almost two city blocks before being dislodged near the Broadway Avenue crossing.
Chicago police said the two suspects approached a 32-year-old man after exiting a black Nissan vehicle and fired numerous rounds. The victim later died.
Harun Abdul-Malik Yenner, 30, told undercover FBI agents he wanted “reboot the U.S. government.”
Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders wanted to prevent the sale of tank rounds, high explosive mortar rounds, and direct attack munitions. All three resolutions showed bipartisan support for Israel's war against Hamas.
Jose Ibarra, a 26-year-old undocumented migrant from Venezuela, was convicted on a total of 10 charges.
A winter weather advisory will take effect from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Snow is expected to be a threat through noon before changing over to a cold afternoon rain.
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.
Surveillance video shows the incident at the station on Oct. 17 in the 8600 block of South Morgan Street.
The kindergartner, who has special needs, claims abuse by other students and staff at Robert Nathaniel Dett Elementary. His mother says she has been retaliated against for standing up for her child.
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.
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.
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.
Susan Smith, convicted of killing her two sons by rolling her car into a lake in 1994, broke down in tears while making her case to the parole board.
