Victims of Highland Park July 4th parade massacre honored at Central Business District memorial
People are determined not to let the center of town in Highland Park be remembered for the horror that unfolded Monday. CBS 2's Charlie De Mar reports.
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People are determined not to let the center of town in Highland Park be remembered for the horror that unfolded Monday. CBS 2's Charlie De Mar reports.
She designed yard signs that read "This Home is For: Background checks on all gun sales, banning assault rifles, and gun safety and safe storage."
CBS 2’s Jackie Kostek talked over the phone to the woman who found 2-year-old Aiden McCarthy after his parents were killed, and tried so hard to reunite him with his family.
Cooper has had several surgeries after being shot at the July 4th parade, and we are told he is fighting – sedated and on a ventilator, but still considered to be in critical condition. CBS 2's Tara Molina reports.
Businesses are struggling to return to normal in downtown Highland Park, three days after a massacre at the July 4th Parade left seven people dead and dozens wounded. CBS 2's Sabrina Franza reports on one business with a community focus, Curt's Café.
We heard for the first time Thursday from the woman who helped save a little boy named Aiden McCarthy, who was found trapped under his dad at the Highland Park July 4th Parade. CBS 2's Jackie Kostek reports.
"When we needed the friends on the North Shore, they came. And now they need us. We're going to return the favor. Because now they've been touched by what we live every single day."
Cooper is still fighting for his life at the University of Chicago’s Comer Children’s Hospital after being shot at the Highland Park July 4th Parade. CBS 2's Tara Molina reports.
Spokesman Anthony Loizzi discusses the severe injuries suffered by 8-year-old Cooper Roberts, as well as injuries suffered by his mother and brother.
The Chicago Botanic Garden is doing its part to try to help people heal in the wake of the massacre at the July 4th parade in Highland Park.
Businesses are struggling to return to normal in downtown Highland Park, three days after a massacre at the July 4th Parade left seven people dead and dozens wounded. CBS 2's Sabrina Franza reports.
The CBS 2 investigators have been tracking the weapons purchased by the gunman in the July 4th Highland Park parade massacre. That search sent CBS 2 investigator Dave Savini to the Red Dot Arms store Lake Villa store.
Such as designation could have prevented Crimo from purchasing a firearm. But Illinois State Police Director Brendan Kelly said earlier in the day that there was not sufficient evidence to deem Crimo a Clear and Present Danger.
For hours on after the Highland Park July 4th parade massacre, a local business owner held frightened paradegoers in her smoothie shop – some of them children. CBS 2's Charlie De Mar reports.
"Everyone here knows what's going on. Everyone here wants to talk about the same thing."
Robert "Bobby" Crimo III faces seven counts of first-degree murder in the shooting at the July 4th parade in Highland Park.
"We locked the door and just waited in disbelief for a while."
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives is the only agency that can trace firearms. CBS News’ Kris Van Cleave explains how it worked in the case of the July 4th Highland Park massacre.
"Everybody loved her. She was just kind and selfless and a beautiful person."
From imagery in his music videos to his face tattoos, the accused Highland Park July 4th parade killer apparently had an affinity for the number 47. CBS 2 Investigator Dorothy Tucker reports.
The suspected gunman fired 70 rounds at the Illinois community paradegoers, an experience that Alexander Sandoval said was "terrorizing."
"People died like 15 yards from us. It was so surreal we didn't know where we were at or where the shooter was."
"My concern was that he was going to pull some kind of weapon out."
The holiday mass shooting left six dead and dozens injured. Police said the shooting happened around 10:15 a.m. during the July 4th parade. Authorities said the gunman opened fire from a nearby rooftop using a high-powered rifle.
Here is what we know about the mass shooting at the Highland Park parade.
The shooters' vehicle fled in an unknown direction.
It was the second championship for the second-seeded Wildcats (23-1-0), who have played for the title in four straight seasons.
The balloon is just the beginning for IAMS' mission to support better dog health and wellness.
The Transportation Security Administration projects the busiest days at airports will be the Tuesday and Wednesday before Thanksgiving, and the Sunday after the holiday.
Video obtained by CBS News Chicago shows the 19-year-old being transported on a stretcher out of the department store.
The 29-person team will advise the prosecutor's office on everything from handling gun violence cases to wrongful convictions to public corruption.
Parking garage managers said the number of parkers is down since the pandemic, as more people work remotely, leaving them struggling to make a profit.
Cook Cook State's Attorney Kim Foxx sat down with CBS News Chicago to reflect on her legacy after eight years in office.
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.
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.
Little Penelope Lo Destro's parents were about to start their family when there was a terrible diagnosis.
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.
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.
The 17-time Grammy Award-winning artist's new album features 12 songs.
The British pop star is bringing her Brat 2025 arena tour to the Allstate Arena on April 28 at 7 p.m
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."
"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.
Meteorologist Kylee Miller has your 5:30 p.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024.
Once docked, Santa greeted his many fans of all ages—who were anxiously awaiting him.
The larger-than-life balloon of Waylon the dog was installed in the Loop.
U.S. Sen. Tammy Duckworth is not please in particular with Defense Secretary pick Pete Hegseth. Cristian Benavides reports.
The Juice Hoops Foundation held its annual Neuro Heroes Sports Camp Sunday. The camp is designed to help children with neurodiverse conditions—such as autism, learning disabilities, and mental health issues—participate in basketball and other sports activities.
Video obtained by CBS News Chicago shows the 19-year-old being transported on a stretcher out of the department store.
Caleb Williams threw for 340 yards and two touchdowns for the Bears (4-7), who lost their fifth straight.
The Transportation Security Administration projects the busiest days at airports will be the Tuesday and Wednesday before Thanksgiving, and the Sunday after the holiday.
Chicago police said that just before 2 a.m., the officer was confronted by an armed person in the 100 block of East 57th Street, and the two exchanged gunfire.
Chicago police said the victims were standing on the sidewalk when shots were fired.
The 29-person team will advise the prosecutor's office on everything from handling gun violence cases to wrongful convictions to public corruption.
Cook Cook State's Attorney Kim Foxx sat down with CBS News Chicago to reflect on her legacy after eight years in office.
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.
It was the second championship for the second-seeded Wildcats (23-1-0), who have played for the title in four straight seasons.
Caleb Williams threw for 340 yards and two touchdowns for the Bears (4-7), who lost their fifth straight.
Pippen, playing in the arena where his Hall of Fame father's retired number hangs, had 26 points in the first three quarters for Memphis, which has won three of its last four.
Brandi Robinson is an undefeated pro boxer from Sauk Village, who is now preparing for a big fight later this month in Rosemont.
Jeremiyah Love scored three touchdowns, tying a school record with his 11th straight game with a rushing TD, and No. 6 Notre Dame ended No. 18 Army's 13-game winning streak with a 49-14 victory at Yankee Stadium.
The shooters' vehicle fled in an unknown direction.
Video obtained by CBS News Chicago shows the 19-year-old being transported on a stretcher out of the department store.
The shooting happened as crowds were packing downtown for the annual Magnificent Mile Lights Festival and Christkindlmarket in Daley Plaza.
The NBA is urging its players to take additional precautions to secure their homes following reports of recent high-profile burglaries of dwellings owned by Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis and Kansas City Chiefs teammates Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce.
K9 officer Riggs served 8 years on the force. He was 10 years old.
