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A 20-year-old Elgin man has been issued a handful of traffic citations after he, his pregnant wife and two of their children were injured when their car collided with a Metra train in the northwest suburb Saturday night.
When Elgin Police Chief Jeff Swoboda led a "walk and talk" at the downtown Metra and Pace stations a month ago, asking train and bus riders what they liked and didn't like about the northwest suburb, some said prostitution was going on in the area.
Trains were stopped for four hours midday Wednesday when a crane erecting a new signal bridge above the BNSF Ry. tracks in Westmont toppled over, taking the bridge with it.
A 73-year-old man who claimed to have a "10 megaton bomb" on a Metra train was ordered held on a $50,000 bond on Saturday.
Metra wants to make your commute more comfortable, whether you're on your computer or in the can.
Metra, the CTA and Pace have never had a fully compatible ticketing system, but technology may make it possible in time to meet a 2015 legislative mandate.
More Metra trains are running late – and you can blame the extreme heat of the past few weeks, at least in part.
A Metra train struck and reportedly killed a pedestrian early Monday in Hanover Park, in an incident that shut down the Milwaukee District/West Line.
The 90-plus-degree heat wave continues in Chicago, and the heat could cause some problems for your morning commute.
Two Metra trains are stopped Wednesday night for an incident involving a train and an automobile.
Mechanical problems halted a Metra train bound for the western suburbs Tuesday night for more than an hour, causing headaches for other BNSF Railway commuters.
The persistent dry conditions have led to brush fires in the Chicago area, which grew so severe Tuesday afternoon that they shut down a Metra train line and a major roadway.
Metra says it lost $800,000 in revenues during the NATO Summit weekend last month, as riders stayed away.
When Regional Transportation Authority Chairman John Gates wrote last week urging the Chicago Transit Authority, Metra and Pace to work more closely together, he wasn't anticipating the collaboration that resulted.
A Metra train struck and killed a pedestrian at the Ravenswood station Tuesday afternoon on the North Side.
The chairman of the Regional Transportation Authority is floating a proposal he says could save taxpayers as much as $150 million a year.
Police in west suburban Lombard are investigating after a person was struck and killed by a freight train.
It has been an extremely light and fast morning for public transit riders, whose numbers have been radically reduced by the NATO summit.
While commuters riding the rails will face increased security Monday morning, some riders may not have any trains at all to catch.
If you ride Metra this weekend, get ready for a few more NATO-related headaches.
Commuters on Metra and South Shore Line trains are prepared for major headaches as the NATO Summit approaches in just two days.
Metra is reminding riders of security restrictions and schedule changes for the NATO summit.
Later today, Metra officials including the heads of operations and security, will sit down to discuss their security plans for NATO.
Do some popular Metra tickets actually qualify as gift certificates under Illinois law? That's what one man is arguing in a class-action fraud lawsuit filed Tuesday against the commuter rail agency he calls a "profiteer," claiming the tickets' one-year expiration dates are therefore unlawful.
U.S. Rep. Bobby Rush (D-Ill.) is leading a protest march Thursday, asking Metra to restart the bidding process on the Englewood Flyover project on the city's South Side.
The victim was taken to the University of Chicago Medical Center where he was listed in critical condition.
The alders' idea is to move almost all city departments back to their budget allocation from 2020, but to add an inflation adjustment.
Williams is on the first short week of his NFL career. He admitted he had a few "mess-ups" during the Bears' walkthrough on Tuesday, as he needs to speed up his learning of this week's game plan.
Recent trends show Americans have prioritized travel this year, in which airports like O'Hare and Midway have seen record-setting travel numbers similar to pre-COVID times.
Police said 52-year-old Victor Sessoms has been charged with one count of felony theft.
The alders' idea is to move almost all city departments back to their budget allocation from 2020, but to add an inflation adjustment.
Walmart is rolling back its diversity, equity and inclusion policies, joining a growing list of major corporations doing the same after coming under attack by conservative activists.
While Henyard had no trouble getting into the giving spirit, there is something she simply can't get going — a trustee meeting. Some trustees are deliberately denying her a quorum.
Johnson had planned to eliminate dozens of positions in charge of overseeing the reforms in order to cuts costs from the city budget.
In the poll, a total of 800 Chicagoans were asked a dozen questions about city leadership, finances, and ways to balance the budget.
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.
Annesley Clark and Christine Corso were determined to say their vows before it was too late. So when Clark's nurses at Northwestern Medicine heard the couple's story, they jumped right into action.
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.
The team says it is still focusing on a new stadium in the city of Chicago.
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.
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.
The Ravinia Music Festival in Highland Park took the company to task for its previous name.
This budget proposal stands in contrast to Mayor Brandon Johnson's plan to raise property taxes. Political Reporter Chris Tye reports.
Christina Christner worked as a pharmacy tech, and also accuses Lurie of unsanitary practices while preparing medications.
The victim was taken to the University of Chicago Medical Center where he was listed in critical condition.
The officer, Tangie Brown, has been charged with DUI.
Recent trends show Americans have prioritized travel this year, in which airports like O'Hare and Midway have seen record-setting travel numbers similar to pre-COVID times.
Police said the driver was shot in the head, causing his car to crash into a building and then a parked car.
Police have said officers were investigating robberies near 55th and Pulaski, when they saw two suspects believed to be armed get into a Lexus and speed away.
Police said 52-year-old Victor Sessoms has been charged with one count of felony theft.
The victim was taken to the University of Chicago Medical Center where he was listed in critical condition.
Police have said officers were investigating robberies near 55th and Pulaski, when they saw two suspects believed to be armed get into a Lexus and speed away.
Police are already looking ahead to the Thanksgiving Day Parade later this week.
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.
Williams is on the first short week of his NFL career. He admitted he had a few "mess-ups" during the Bears' walkthrough on Tuesday, as he needs to speed up his learning of this week's game plan.
Louisville transfer Tre White also scored 16 points and Will Riley added 13 for Illinois (5-1).
The team says it is still focusing on a new stadium in the city of Chicago.
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.
The victim was taken to the University of Chicago Medical Center where he was listed in critical condition.
Police said 52-year-old Victor Sessoms has been charged with one count of felony theft.
Police have said officers were investigating robberies near 55th and Pulaski, when they saw two suspects believed to be armed get into a Lexus and speed away.
Earlier, thieves also broke into a restaurant in the South Loop.
Police are already looking ahead to the Thanksgiving Day Parade later this week.
