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Residents in Chicago's northwest suburbs digging out of nonstop snowfall
The snowfall didn't seem to let up in the northwest suburbs of Chicago where Noel Brennan spoke with residents who were digging their way out.
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The snowfall didn't seem to let up in the northwest suburbs of Chicago where Noel Brennan spoke with residents who were digging their way out.
The male victim was taken to an area hospital with "critical injuries," police said.
This week, police found a deceased 14-year-old boy in the house with a bag of fentanyl in his room in Richmond, Illinois. Cara Ullrich, 45, has now been charged in his death. CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey reports.
Cara Ullrich, 45, has been charged in the death of the boy in the McHenry County community of Richmond. CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey reports.
The sheriff's office says they were called to a home in Richmond for an unresponsive child. The boy was taken to the hospital where he later died.
Forty-five-year-old Cara Ullrich was arrested Wednesday in Round Lake Beach. The sheriff's office says they were called to a home in Richmond for an unresponsive child.
A Nicor spokesperson said they're looking into an incident in Iowa that caused the smell carrying into the Chicago area.
There were multiple reports Tuesday night in Lake and McHenry counties in Illinois of residents saying they smelled natural gas. A Nicor spokesperson said they’re looking into an incident in Iowa that caused the smell carrying into the Chicago area.
CBS 2's Marissa Perlman paid a visit to Richardson Farm in Spring Grove for tips on keeping a real tree healthy for the holidays.
Arin Fox, 42, reached the plea agreement back in October.
Trains on Metra's Milwaukee District North line were stopped Saturday afternoon after a freight train struck a pedestrian.
Judge Michael Coppedge had been found unresponsive in his chambers at the Judicial Center in Woodstock Monday morning.
The judge had been found unresponsive in his chambers at the Judicial Center in Woodstock Monday morning.
"I really hope and pray that we never have another war like that one."
Every year, there are fewer and fewer stories from World War II veterans. This year, there was just one. CBS 2's Noel Brennan was there to listen.
The Bakers lost their 2-year-old son years ago and thought they had their burial plans figured out, until a stranger's headstone appeared.
An insider from one of the companies accused of causing the problem spoke to CBS 2 Investigators.
A small northwest suburban town has been struggling with toxic chemicals in the ground around homes and schools. For 50 years, the list of cancer cases there has been growing. An insider from one of the companies accused of causing the problem spoke to CBS 2 Investigator Dave Savini, who's been tracking the problem for over a year.
This was the first time child endangerment charges against a welfare worker have been successfully brought in Illinois.
Detectives and crash investigators determined Samantha Jacobson, 45, of Crystal Lake, was responsible for hiding evidence from the investigation.
The wreckage landed just inches from a home in McHenry along the Fox River.
More than four years after the horrific murder of 5-year-old A.J. Fruend resulted in the arrests and convictions of his parents, the former DCFS workers accused of mishandling the child's care were in court.
More than four years after the horrific murder of 5-year-old A.J. Fruend resulted in the arrests and convictions of his parents, the former DCFS workers accused of mishandling the child's care were in court. CBS 2's Andrew Ramos was there as the first day of the trial got underway in McHenry County.
More than 240 volunteers will spend the day bagging fresh produce to distribute to area food pantries and feeding programs.
The sheriff said the goat "insisted it was framed and was merely a scapegoat in the larger barnyard scheme."
Tabshir Rizvi, 23, of Bloomingdale, and Mohammed Faroun, 22, of Hoffman Estates, were both charged with two counts of hate crime, a misdemeanor charge of criminal damage to property, and disorderly conduct.
Amazon Prime Day is over, but there are still some extended deals to be found.
With every sale at Semicolon, the bookstore gets closer to its goal of not just selling books but giving them away.
Police said a 27-year-old man got into an argument with another passenger while riding a CTA bus around 10:20 p.m. in the 300 block of North Cicero Avenue.
Sonya Massey was killed after Sangamon County deputies responded to her 911 call about an intruder early on July 6, officials said.
The idea left some Chicagoans reflecting on how the city removed statues of Christopher Columbus from city parks.
President Biden said, "I feel good," after the White House announced he had tested positive for COVID-19 and was experiencing mild symptoms.
There are some significant differences the Republican National Convention now in progress and the Democratic Convention in Chicago next month.
Ald. Daniel La Spata (1st) said even a small reduction in speed on city streets could drastically reduce the number of traffic fatalities every year in Chicago.
The DNC sent a letter to the convention rules committee saying that "no virtual voting will begin before August 1."
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.
The gas hike approved in November was the largest gas utility rate hike in Illinois history.
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.
Shane Butler said he was grateful to be alive, and he owes it all to the safety training he did exactly one year before he accidentally shot himself.
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.
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.
Shannen Doherty had been battling cancer since 2015.
Richard Simmons devoted his life to making people sweat with his "Sweatin' to the Oldies" workout videos.
It’s Day 4 of the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, where all eyes will be on former President Donald Trump as he accepts the GOP nomination for president.
Meteorologist David Yeomans has a check on the extended forecast.
Author Karen Brothers shares her story that takes readers through a journey of relatable childhood moments and experiences in her new memoir, "Moxie Matters: True Tales of Rolling Through A Messy, Muddled, and Magical Life.” She talks more about her new book.
The store features a curated selection surrounded by reading nooks and plush sofas that coax readers to turn the page for just one more chapter.
A former Sangamon County Sheriff’s deputy has been charged with murder in the shooting death of a woman inside her home in Springfield.
Sonya Massey was killed after Sangamon County deputies responded to her 911 call about an intruder early on July 6, officials said.
Tabshir Rizvi, 23, of Bloomingdale, and Mohammed Faroun, 22, of Hoffman Estates, were both charged with two counts of hate crime, a misdemeanor charge of criminal damage to property, and disorderly conduct.
Amazon Prime Day is over, but there are still some extended deals to be found.
With every sale at Semicolon, the bookstore gets closer to its goal of not just selling books but giving them away.
Police said a 27-year-old man got into an argument with another passenger while riding a CTA bus around 10:20 p.m. in the 300 block of North Cicero Avenue.
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.
Pat Williams died from complications related to viral pneumonia.
Brady, a 20-year-old keeper in his second full season with the club, finished with nine saves to earn his fourth clean sheet of the season.
The Connecticut Sun acquired Marina Mabrey from the Chicago Sky for Rachel Banham, Moriah Jefferson and the team's 2025 first-round pick.
Chicago led 42-21 at the midway point of the second quarter and held the advantage until Megan Gustafson made a 3-pointer from the corner with 8:16 remaining in the fourth to give the Aces their first lead of the game at 72-71.
Williams was the No. 1 overall pick in last April's draft as Odunze was picked No. 9 overall to add to a revamped offense.
Police said a 27-year-old man got into an argument with another passenger while riding a CTA bus around 10:20 p.m. in the 300 block of North Cicero Avenue.
Sonya Massey was killed after Sangamon County deputies responded to her 911 call about an intruder early on July 6, officials said.
The shooting left the two boys injured and still hospitalized. Three other victims Capri Edwards, 24, Nakeeshia Strong, 45, and Strong's 7-year-old son were killed.
Sen. Bob Menendez tried to shift the blame to his wife, Nadine Menendez, but was found guilty on all 16 felony counts for a scheme involving bribery and business favors.
The search for a new police chief is now underway in the Village of Robbins after Scott was relieved of his duties after just 15 months on the job.