Melrose Park Detective Accused Of Selling Drugs From Police Evidence
As CBS 2's Mai Martinez reports, the feds say he stole drugs from police evidence and then sold them.
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As CBS 2's Mai Martinez reports, the feds say he stole drugs from police evidence and then sold them.
An Oak Park school board member who was found dead at a west suburban forest preserve on Saturday morning committed suicide, authorities said.
An elderly woman was found dead after a fire Tuesday afternoon in the Portage Park neighborhood on the Northwest Side, according to a fire official.
The nuns, several local residents and the village of Melrose Park filed suit Friday seeking to shut Club Allure, which is on the Stone Park-Melrose Park border.
Their lawyer, Tom Brejcha of the Thomas More Society, said state law is clear that adult clubs cannot operate within 1,000 feet of a school or house of worship. The nuns have both, and the club is just over their back fence.
Witnesses heard gunshots coming from at least one vehicle in the 800 block of 11th Avenue at 11:35 a.m., according to Melrose Park police. No one was injured and no shell casings have been found.
A South Side man suspected of robbing a west suburban Melrose Park bank last year has been charged with murder in connection with a 2013 fatal stabbing in the Roseland neighborhood on the Far South Side that happened the same day.
Sixty people rallied in Melrose Park for an end to deportations that split families, and said they want the President to make the policy change by executive order.
Six students at a west suburban school were sent to the hospital on Wednesday after another student gave them a prescription antidepressant medication,
A judge denied bond for a Melrose Park used car dealer whom prosecutors say wanted a hit-man to keep his uncle from testifying against him.
Kathleen Barth also was ordered to pay $1.5 million in restitution to Kraft Chemical Corporation after she pleaded guilty to theft.
A suspect was nabbed just minutes after the robbery of a west suburban bank branch Tuesday morning by a police officer who was having coffee at a Starbucks a few doors down.
65 year old Sharon Balleu is suing the Village of Melrose Park because of her missing dog.
Two west suburban men have been charged with the murder of a 41-year-old Melrose Park woman outside of her home.
The commercial building's parapet wall collapsed at about 4 p.m., sending bricks and an awning crashing to the ground at 136 and 138 Broadway.
Former Melrose Park police Sgt. Ronald Susek was fatally shot in the backyard of his home on June 14.
One man is dead after a home invasion in which suspects cut power to his home and attacked.
The Alberto Culver plant in Melrose Park is shutting down, and about 600 workers will lose their jobs or be forced to transfer.
CBS 2's Rob Johnson takes a tour of a Melrose Park institution and talks with owners about the the thrill of harness racing.
Twelve years ago, a panel was formed to fix a major congestion problem in the near western suburbs. So what happened?
Bond has been set at $10 million for two Melrose Park men who were caught with nearly two tons of marijuana inside an Addison business.
A Melrose Park man stands charged with burning down his father's home, where the suspect himself also lived.
Cook County Sheriff's Police have busted up a burglary ring that targeted homes across the near western suburbs.
A Melrose Park man has been charged with stealing more than $900,000 from his late aunt, who suffered from Alzheimer's disease.
Signs at one red-light camera intersection in Melrose Park say right turns on red are OK after a complete stop, but drivers are wary. CBS 2 Pamela Jones reports.
In each incident, the burglars crashed a dark sedan into businesses and destroyed the front window or glass door.
The National Retail Foundation projected roughly 157 million people across the country would shop last-minute and try to wrap up their shopping lists.
The fire was contained to the living room and chimney within half an hour after an aggressive attack by firefighters.
The Fire Department was able to put out the blaze before anyone was hurt.
No citations were issued in the crash. The police Major Accident Investigation Unit is investigating.
Several City Council members have called the school board's vote to fire Martinez without cause reckless and irresponsible.
Because Martinez was fired without cause, his contract allows him to stay on the job for another six months, and receive 20 weeks of severance pay.
Martinez was at Luther Burbank Elementary, 2035 N. Mobile Ave., as the Special Olympics recognized the school for excellence in inclusive sports programming.
Henyard had named three people to serve as police chief, village administrator, and village attorney without approval from the village board.
Many, including alderpersons and the members of the incoming elected school board, are denouncing the planned agenda.
The National Retail Foundation projected roughly 157 million people across the country would shop last-minute and try to wrap up their shopping lists.
The strike was deliberately authorized in the midst of the busy holiday delivery season nationwide for a reason—with the Teamsters Union pushing the company for a contract.
The oysters were sold as Fanny Bay, Buckley Bay, and Royal Miyagi.
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.
Anyone who has an affected Connie's Pizza in the freezer should either throw it out or bring it back to the store for a refund.
Some 13 oz. bags of Lay's Classic Potato Chips may contain an undeclared allergen, according to the snack company.
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services announced Wednesday that it had detected presumptive positive human case of H5N1 in Barron County.
The sisters share a special bond of getting a second chance at life, which they both received at the age of 38 years old.
An even larger investment of $500 million is going toward 10 new outpatient facilities throughout the South Side that will add 85,000 health care appointments each year.
Scientists used the NanoGripper to grab particles from the SARS-CoV2 virus that causes COVID-19.
The National Retail Foundation projected roughly 157 million people across the country would shop last-minute and try to wrap up their shopping lists.
Baristas at the store at 5964 N. Ridge Ave. in Edgewater have been on strike since Friday calling for higher wages and better staffing.
The strike was deliberately authorized in the midst of the busy holiday delivery season nationwide for a reason—with the Teamsters Union pushing the company for a contract.
Owner Eddie Lakin made the announcement Wednesday. He said the last day for the restaurant at 1571 Sherman Ave. would be this coming Saturday, Dec. 21.
This move was anticipated back in the summer, and comes months after the mortgage company Guaranteed Rate changed its name simply to Rate.
Taylor also played two nights at Ravinia this past June.
Mindy Kaling and Morris Chestnut announced the nominations for the 82nd annual Golden Globes, with 10 nominees revealed live on CBS News.
The lawsuit alleges the unidentified girl was raped at a Video Music Awards afterparty in 2000.
Social media sleuths noticed that the house next door to the iconic "Home Alone" house in Winnetka is now up for sale.
Here are the top songs, artists, and albums streamed on Spotify in Chicago this year, according to communications agency Burson Global.
A message that showed up on a CBS News Chicago producer’s phone claimed there was an issue with her package—and she was notified by the legitimate sender that it was delayed. Scammers know many of us are waiting for packages, but experts warn not to quick bogus links.
Meteorologist Kylee Miller has your 5:30 p.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Sunday, Dec. 22, 2024.
Carolers sang while people gathered for family fun, food, photo ops, and more.
Ald. Matt O’Shea hosted annual Breakfast with Santa event for the Mount Greenwood Special Recreation Program.
Mr. Trump claims the United States is being ripped off.
A Level 1 hazardous materials response also was initiated. According to unconfirmed fire dispatch reports, there were explosions inside the building after the fire started.
Several City Council members have called the school board's vote to fire Martinez without cause reckless and irresponsible.
More than 3.5 million passengers are expected to fly in and out of O'Hare and Midway airports through the new year.
In each incident, the burglars crashed a dark sedan into businesses and destroyed the front window or glass door.
The National Retail Foundation projected roughly 157 million people across the country would shop last-minute and try to wrap up their shopping lists.
"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 Chicago-based company is accused of tricking diners about delivery fees, misleading drivers about pay, and listing restaurants on its platform without permission.
Now-retired Joliet police Sgt. Javier Esqueda was charged in connection with leaking squad car video of a man who died in Joliet police custody.
Caleb Williams threw for 334 yards and two touchdowns following a string of shaky performances for the Bears.
Nikola Vucevic scored 19 points and 10 assists to lead the Bulls, whose season-high three-game winning streak ended.
Booser went 2-3 with a 3.38 ERA, one save and 43 strikeouts in 43 relief appearances with the Red Sox in his first season in the majors in 2024.
Tyler Bertuzzi had two goals and an assist, and Connor Bedard added a goal and two assists for the Blackhawks.
Rickey Henderson is widely considered to be one of the best leadoff hitters and base stealers in baseball.
In each incident, the burglars crashed a dark sedan into businesses and destroyed the front window or glass door.
With the holidays fast approaching, many Lincoln Parkers want others to be aware and stay safe as they get ready to travel.
It happened around 4 a.m. at Eddie's Market in the 11000 block of South Halsted Street.
Richard Allen was sentenced to 65 years for each death, totaling 130 years in prison.
Sidi Mohamed Abdallahi, 22, had been facing hate crime and terrorism charges in an attack on a Jewish man in late October. He has since died by suicide in custody
