Body cam video shows suspected bank robber trying to shoot, disarm Joliet officers
On Feb. 27, investigators secured an arrest warrant for Barakat for several charges. A Will County judge put Barakat's bail at $2.5 million.
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On Feb. 27, investigators secured an arrest warrant for Barakat for several charges. A Will County judge put Barakat's bail at $2.5 million.
Police are investigating after 30 cars were burglarized in the parking lot of an Amazon facility in Joliet overnight.
Joliet police are investigating after 30 cars were broken into in the parking lot of an Amazon facility.
When Joliet police arrested the bank robbery suspect last month, he tried to shoot at them and take one officer's handgun.
A man suspected of a bank robbery is facing multiple charges stemming from an incident last month in which he allegedly tried to shoot and disarm Joliet police officers who arrested him.
The National Weather Service confirmed two tornados touched down in Naperville and Joliet.
The damage was from the quick tornado even visible in the dark
At least two tornadoes touched down in the suburbs Monday – including one that was caught on a homeowner’s security camera in Plainfield. CBS 2's Jermont Terry reports.
Residents said they didn't hear any sirens go off before the tornado touched ground, although it caused minimal damage.
From uprooted trees and toppled fences, to funnel clouds over open fields, we're learning more about Monday's storms and the damage they left. The community CBS 2 went to is about a block away from the Will/Kendall County line. Residents there have Plainfield addresses but receive services from Joliet, which explains why the National Weather Service said the tornado technically touched down in Joliet.
From uprooted trees and toppled fences, to funnel clouds over open fields, we're learning more about Monday's storms and the damage they left.
The nurses say the problems so bad they had to file a federal lawsuit to try to finally get their money.
The nurses say the problems so bad they had to file a federal lawsuit to try to finally get their money. CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey reports.
The restaurant has been operating in the city for nearly 35 years.
The K-9's for Veterans program opened its doors in Joliet this week. It runs another location in Cicero.
There was some big news for little friends in the southwest suburbs on Wednesday: the K-9's for Veterans program opened its doors. It matches up service dogs for special training for local veterans. CBS 2's Shardaa Gray was in Joliet when the rescue pets met their vet.
A man was arrested in Joliet Friday for the shooting death of a 31-year-old woman in Nashville last year.
"Hopefully it can all be saved, and they can get back and running up soon," Katie Edgeworth said.
Cleanup and repairs are underway at the historic John Haley Mansion in Joliet, after a fire caused extensive damage Wednesday afternoon at the popular event space.How quickly could the business reopen? That's the question from at least one bride and groom who said they still haven't heard from staff if they need to find something new.
The mansion is close to 130 years old. No injuries were reported.
Flames ripped through the Patrick C. Haley Mansion – a popular venue for weddings and other events – in Joliet late Wednesday afternoon.
No one was hurt in the fire. But it is not known what is going to happen to all the weddings and events scheduled for the space. CBS 2's Marissa Perlman reports.
A fire broke out at the Haley Mansion, a popular venue for weddings and other events, in Joliet late Wednesday afternoon.
A fire broke out at the Haley Mansion, a popular venue for weddings and other events, in Joliet late Wednesday afternoon.
A fire broke out at the Haley Mansion, a popular venue for weddings and other events, in Joliet late Wednesday afternoon.
The robberies occurred on the city's Near West Side between Jan. 1 and 5 in the afternoon and evening.
The idea is to do this before President-elect Donald Trump takes office, paving the way for the addition of the Far South side to move forward.
The teen was arrested on Thursday in the 7500 block of South Carpenter and was charged with five felony counts of armed robbery and one felony count of aggravated vehicle hijacking.
Macy's announced the impending closures Thursday, calling it part of the retailer's plan to "return the company to sustainable, profitable sales growth."
The fire appeared to occurred at a warehouse in the 5700 block of South Kedzie Avenue in Gage Park.
Trump was found guilty in May of 34 felonies in authorizing a scheme in 2017 to falsify records in order to cover up reimbursements for a "hush money" payment.
City attorneys are recommending settlements in lawsuits tied to former CPD Commander Jon Burge, former Sgt. Ronald Watts, and former Det. Reynaldo Guevara - all of whom have been accused of framing dozens of people.
President Biden honored former President Jimmy Carter in a eulogy at his funeral.
Madigan is accused of using his power and influence to arrange for no-show jobs for his allies, and business for his own law firm.
The legislation is named in honor of Karina Gonzalez, who was shot and killed – allegedly by her husband – in July 2023.
Macy's announced the impending closures Thursday, calling it part of the retailer's plan to "return the company to sustainable, profitable sales growth."
Many turned out to take advantage of day-after-Christmas sales that can be hard to pass up.
At Yorktown Center in Lombard, just about everyone who spoke with CBS News Chicago on Monday said the act of going out and physically shopping puts them in the Christmas spirit.
Scammers know many of us are waiting for packages this holiday season.
The National Retail Foundation projected roughly 157 million people across the country would shop last-minute and try to wrap up their shopping lists.
In addition to norovirus, regular winter respiratory illnesses like RSV and flu are spiking, as is COVID-19.
Those with endometriosis, ovarian cysts, uterine fibroids, and female orgasmic disorder are now eligible to be prescribed medical cannabis in Illinois.
Lower immunity to the new GII.17 strain could be leading to more infections.
According to the CDC, at least 66 people have been infected with bird flu since last year. Most have had direct contact with sick birds.
The Louisiana patient was hospitalized with a severe case of bird flu in the first death in the U.S. caused by the H5N1 virus.
Macy's announced the impending closures Thursday, calling it part of the retailer's plan to "return the company to sustainable, profitable sales growth."
There remains a question of where exactly ground will be broken for the stadium.
Chef Bayless also addressed his lack of a relationship with his brother, sports broadcaster Skip Bayless.
John Carruthers and his thin crusts have raised $80,000—a lot of dough for charities around Chicago.
Many turned out to take advantage of day-after-Christmas sales that can be hard to pass up.
As we say ADIEU to 2024, a new study has revealed last year's hardest Wordle puzzles in each U.S. state, including Illinois.
Peter Yarrow was a singer-songwriter and a social activist, but he was best known as one-third of the folk-music group Peter, Paul and Mary.
Here is the full list of winners who took home awards at the 2025 Golden Globe Awards.
Here are the books and characters newly joining the list of works in the public domain in 2025.
Taylor also played two nights at Ravinia this past June.
Tens of thousands have fled their homes as a brush fire in the Pacific Palisades has burned more than 20,400 acres as of Friday. Fire crews are actively working to stop forward progress of the flames, which is currently 8% contained.
Meteorologist Ed Curran has the extended forecast.
Meteorologist Ed Curran has the extended forecast.
It’s a corny, "punderful" evening and a surprise Broadway success. The new musical comedy, “Shucked,” runs through Jan 19. Entertainment reporter Vince Gerasole sat with one of its stars to learn more about its appeal.
The firefighter was taken to Christ Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
The ground stop was issued before 8:30 a.m. due to snow and ice. See the latest on our First Weather Alert day impacts.
Snow ramps up area-wide by the time the Friday morning rush picks up.
The fires have scorched more than 45 square miles of the Los Angeles area—leaving total devastation behind.
In addition to norovirus, regular winter respiratory illnesses like RSV and flu are spiking, as is COVID-19.
Reddins was shot and killed last November while responding to a call of a man with a gun seen leaving a Chase Bank in Oark Park.
Ald. Ray Lopez (15th) said the wooden or plastic traffic barriers currently recommended for permitted street fairs and festivals in Chicago are a security weakness, and that needs to change.
Cook County sheriff deputies served only 25% of protective orders between 2021 and 2023, data show.
"San Antonio has really led the way in using aerial surveillance technology to prevent these activities," said Ald. Brian Hopkins (2nd), who chairs the City Council Public Safety Committee.
Customers said contractors from the company, Orange Elephant Roofing & Solar, seemed simply to disappear into thin air. But that is only the tip of the iceberg.
Survivors, advocates and experts have weighed in on Mayor Brandon Johnson's pledge to create a task force to study the safety of Black women in Chicago.
The White Sox signed Rojas for a $3.5 million, one-year contract that was finalized Wednesday, while infielder Jake Amaya was designated for assignment.
Penn State lost to Notre Dame in heartbreaking fashion on Thursday night.
General manager Ryan Poles said the bears will "cast a wide net." At least 15 names have emerged for potential interviews.
Tre White also had 20 points to help Illinois (12-3, 4-1 Big Ten) win with scoring leader Kasparas Jakucionis sidelined by a bruised forearm.
Arizona Cardinals offensive coordinator Drew Petzking was also reportedly up first for a virtual interview Wednesday.
Reddins was shot and killed last November while responding to a call of a man with a gun seen leaving a Chase Bank in Oak Park.
William Zientek, 46, was indicted last month in the shooting death of Dr. Olga Duchon, of Vernon Hills.
Their identities were not released as they were juveniles at the time of the crime.
The woman who was stabbed was taken to the hospital in critical condition. The other victim was not seriously hurt.
Some of the men now charged were already convicted in a deadly carjacking in Milwaukee.
