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Grant Nelson, 34, was killed as he was dropping off a passenger at Touhy and Lincoln early Tuesday.
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Grant Nelson, 34, was killed as he was dropping off a passenger at Touhy and Lincoln early Tuesday.
Rescue crews were searching the North Shore Channel in north suburban Lincolnwood, after a Northwestern University fell out of a crew boat Monday morning.
The single-vehicle crash happened about 12:40 a.m. near West Touhy and North Karlov avenues, according to Lincolnwood police.
An 18-year-old woman is in critical condition after she was struck by an SUV while riding her bicycle Sunday night in north suburban Lincolnwood.
Activist priest Rev. Michael Pfleger has taken his battle against illegal guns to court. He has sued three suburbs, claiming they haven't kept a close enough eye on gun shops.
Viewing the holiday lights and decor this holiday season is a must for the family, couples and individuals looking for a low-cost way to take in the pleasures of the holiday season.
A paramedic from north suburban Evanston delivered his own baby daughter Friday morning, after his wife went into labor while they were driving on the Edens Expressway.
Federal authorities were reviewing surveillance camera footage as part of an arson investigation, after to U.S. Postal Service vans were set ablaze Monday night.
The Lincolnwood Village Board recently approved a $27 million incentive package for the proposed Shoppes at Lincoln Pointe.
For the first time, a Lincolnwood mother speaks out about the hit-and-run mystery surrounding her son's death.
A Lincolnwood family of five is okay today because a Lake County official happened upon them during when a street flooded Monday night in Lake Bluff.
A 19-year-old man died after he was struck by at least two cars while crossing the street Monday morning in north suburban Lincolnwood, police said.
Firefighters responded to the blaze about 7:30 p.m. at Lincolnwood Place, a six-story retirement home at 7000 N. McCormick Blvd.
Developers have produced a mostly retail- and food-oriented complex for the 11 acres at 4500 W. Touhy. A 210-room hotel would go along the northern part of the site with frontage on Lincoln Avenue.
The infamous "purple hotel" in Lincolnwood is now a shadow of its former self. Soon, it won't even be that, CBS 2's Mike Parker reports.
Myron Freedman died Wednesday at the age of 95. A short time later, a fire broke out in the storeroom of Myron & Phil's, the steakhouse and seafood restaurant he and his brother founded 43 years ago.
A firing range in north suburban Lincolnwood appeared on the verge of winning village board approval two weeks ago, but now, the proposal may be mortally wounded.
Illinois State Police are teaming up with Skokie and Lincolnwood police to try to catch "rogue riders" – people who recklessly drive racing motorcycles on the Edens Expressway.
One week after voters in north suburban Lincolnwood District 74 overwhelmingly rejected a referendum to finance construction of a new school building, its two top leaders are out.
Voters in Lincolnwood resoundingly repudiated their local school board in the election Tuesday.
A college student from Lincolnwood is getting ready for finals, but they have nothing to do with his pre-med studies at Princeton University.
It's a small suburban school district that some say is spending big money on things like Chicago hotel rooms, fancy meals and a luxury car. As CBS 2's Kristyn Hartman reports, residents in Lincolnwood took it upon themselves to get the dirt on how school officials have been spending their money.
More than 100 people who worked at Rolf's Patisserie are suing the owners of the Lincolnwood bakery following its abrupt closure last month.
The demolition of the Purple Hotel in Lincolnwood has been anticipated for nearly five years, but now an investor from Skokie wants to restore and preserve it.
Demolition and redevelopment are one step closer for a long-vacant Lincolnwood Hotel with a colorful exterior and a seedy history.
Fire officials took the victim to the University of Chicago Medical Center in fair condition.
It was last seen driving northbound on Jeffery under the viaduct.
The budget move comes even after their endorsed candidate, Brandon Johnson, won the mayoral election and appointed an entirely new board in 2023.
Governor JB Pritzker, Mayor Brandon Johnson and Superintendent Larry Snelling will hold a media conference with the Secret Service at 11:30 a.m.
The Dallas-based airline is putting an end to its open seating policy, will begin offering premium seating and is introducing redeye flight options.
More than 50 Democratic lawmakers boycotted the speech—including U.S. Reps. Jan Schakowsky and Delia Ramirez, and Sen. Dick Durbin (D-Illinois).
President Biden said it's been the privilege of his life to serve the country for over 50 years.
Among the members who didn't attend Netanyahu's speech were U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin, and Reps. Jan Schakowsky and Delia Ramirez.
The court system has been preparing extensively to deal with possible additional court proceedings related to arrests during the convention.
Kamala Harris' campaign appears to be casting a wide net to find a VP, vetting a large number of potential running mates.
The hike was fueled mainly by the company's Safety Modernization Program to replace nearly 2,000 miles of dangerous, old, deteriorating natural gas pipes.
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.
A warning of a Listeria monocytogenes outbreak affecting 12 states, including Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York, was issued by the CDC Friday afternoon linking infections to sliced meat at deli counters.
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.
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.
Newhart was an Oak Park native and an alumnus of Saint Ignatius College Prep and Loyola University in Chicago.
Bob Newhart, who starred in the long-running sitcoms "The Bob Newhart Show" and "Newhart," has died at age 94.
Nominations for the 76th annual Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday, with "Shōgun," "The Bear," "Hacks," "Only Murders in the Building" and "Baby Reindeer" all earning multiple major nods. See the full list of nominees for the 2024 ceremony here.
"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.
in the canadian province of alberta alone, officials estimate there are over 170 active fires burning right now, with the worst of them high up in the rocky mountains, and in the suburbs of calgary.
Local transmission of the disease is very rare in the country, but the Emirati Health Ministry says they've recorded it repeatedly since the floods this spring, with the brunt of the impact being felt among the nation's large guest-worker population from South Asia.
Officers responded to a ShotSpotter call in the 7400 block of South Perry Avenue, where they found the victim with a gunshot wound to his right hip.
Frank Giannelli plans to cross 100 miles of open water from Chicago to Saugatuck, Michigan, to raise money for Get Behind The Vest.
The girl was crossing the street with two other females in the 9500 block of South Paxton Avenue when the driver of a silver SUV ran a red light and hit her, police said.
The Davey Tree Expert Company said the victim was one of its employees who was on a jobsite at the time.
More than 50 Democratic lawmakers boycotted the speech—including U.S. Reps. Jan Schakowsky and Delia Ramirez, and Sen. Dick Durbin (D-Illinois).
President Biden on Wednesday night delivered his first remarks on camera since he announced his decision to end his reelection campaign.
Fire officials took the victim to the University of Chicago Medical Center in fair condition.
It was last seen driving northbound on Jeffery under the viaduct.
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.
The White Sox (27-77) lost their 10th game in a row to fall 50 games under .500 for the first time since finishing 56-106 in 1970.
Lester has been spending a lot of time on the golf course since retiring from baseball in 2022 with three World Series rings.
William Contreras hit a tiebreaking double in the ninth inning and the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Chicago Cubs 3-2.
The Edmonton Oilers have hired Stan Bowman as general manager and executive vice president of hockey operations.
The IOC also voted on Wednesday to name the French Alps as the host of the 2030 Winter Games.
Four businesses were hit in one night.
The burglary was reported and items were taken from Cook County State's Attorney's Office located at the Leighton Criminal Courthouse in Chicago.
The Davey Tree Expert Company said the victim was one of its employees who was on a jobsite at the time.
The Cook County State's Attorney's office reviewed the case, and decide not to charge the gunman.
The burglars damaged the storefront, but could not get in.