Quinn In No Rush To Appoint Topinka's Successor
Gov. Pat Quinn said the people of Illinois should reflect on the life of the late Judy Baar Topinka before there's any public discussion about appointing her successor as state comptroller.
Gov. Pat Quinn said the people of Illinois should reflect on the life of the late Judy Baar Topinka before there's any public discussion about appointing her successor as state comptroller.
Police said three Lake Station officers confronted the man around 10:30 a.m. in the parking lot of Lake Station City Hall, which also houses the Lake Station Police Department.
Leibundguth Moving and Storage has been operating in Downers Grove for more than 85 years, and for most of that time, has had a 40-by-10-foot hand-painted sign on the rear wall of the building.
Thieves ran off with electronics after a crash-and-grab burglary early Tuesday at a store in the Chicago Lawn neighborhood on the Southwest Side. A Dodge Caravan crashed into the front door of the store about 3:55 a.m. in the 6700 block of South Western Avenue, police said.
A Michigan man is jailed on $1 million bond after he allegedly stabbed four people on an Amtrak train heading from Chicago to Port Huron, Michigan Friday night, reports WBBM's Mike Krauser.
Activists who have been protesting in Chicago claim they have proof that police have been using so-called Stingray technology to eavesdrop on their phones, reports WBBM's Mike Krauser.
A 23-year-old Skokie woman faces felony charges in connection with the Black Friday shooting at the Nordstrom store on Michigan Avenue, reports WBBM's Mike Krauser.
State officials on Friday tried to deflect blame for a major traffic jam on the inbound Kennedy Expressway, while apologizing to commuters for any inconvenience when two lanes were shut down to clean graffiti from a highway sign at Division Street.
Activist priest Michael Pfleger was urging churches everywhere to take time out of services on Sunday for some civil disobedience, as a response to the second case of a grand jury failing to indict a white police officer involved in the death of an unarmed black man.
Peoples Gas crews were spending the day dealing with two gas line issues in the Beverly and Morgan Park neighborhoods on Thursday.
Cook County State's Attorney Anita Alvarez was among several people honored by her own prosecutors Wednesday for their efforts to put arsonists behind bars, for her controversial decision to prosecute the so-called "NATO 3" on terrorism charges for a plot to use Molotov cocktails ahead of the NATO Summit two years ago.
More than a month after a month-long teachers strike in Waukegan, tempers were still flaring at a City Council meeting, with one alderman calling teachers "lazy" for not removing solidarity ribbons they placed around Waukegan during their walkout.
An Ohio State University wildlife ecologist who's been studying Chicago's coyotes for about 15 years has published some new research that shows how they've adapted so well to life in the city.
The house was leveled in the blast. The explosion also caused visible damage to the two homes on either side.
Rev. Jesse Jackson led a protest of the Ferguson, Missouri Michael Brown decision Saturday, blocking traffic on Chicago's South Side and demanding the federal government do what the grand jury did not.
For three decades, a couple dozen volunteers have gathered on this day on the Daley Plaza for what some feel is an obligation.
Two people were wounded early Saturday morning in a shooting along I-57 in the south suburbs, reports WBBM's Mike Krauser.
The highly sought prize at Binny's Beverage Depot was beer—specifically, Bourbon County, a Goose Island special brew.
Dozens of activists staged a demonstration Friday morning at the Historic Chicago Water Tower on Michigan Avenue, calling for a boycott to protest the controversial grand jury decision in Ferguson, Missouri.
Tahir Khan and Maria Tahir tried to get their family out, but the stairway was blocked by flames. They dropped their two youngest children out a window, to people outside the building, and then jumped to escape the flames. Their oldest son, 10-year-old Ans Khan, didn't make it out.
Several activists from the group Black Youth Project 100 planned a sit-in on the 5th floor of City Hall for the next 28 hours, because they said a black person is killed by a police officer every 28 hours in the U.S. They said their act of civil disobedience is their duty.
The Illinois Supreme Court has dismissed a lawsuit challenging the legality of Chicago's red light camera system, after two justices recused themselves from the case, and the rest couldn't agree on a ruling.
As they saved up $15,000 over the course of more than a decade, Colleen and Peter Mulcrone dreamed of renovating their Jefferson Park home, with a new kitchen and other upgrades, but the city's expansion of nearby O'Hare International Airport prompted them to put those dreams on hold.
Residents of Gary's Miller neighborhood are on edge after a spike in home burglaries. Police say there have been 15 burglaries and one home invasion in the community between October and November.
Backed by undercover video recorded at chicken processing facilities owned by Chicago-based Koch Foods, an animal rights group was calling out the company and Chick-Fil-A to adopt more humane practices.
The team ends the 2024 season with a 41-121 record, replacing a 62-year-old single-season record previously held by the New York Mets in 1962 by one game.
Light the Line was formed by Elizabeth French, the mother of fallen Chicago police officer Ella French, and Carlos Yanez Jr., her police partner who was also seriously wounded.
The Cubs, seeking a sweep of the Reds, managed just three hits as Cody Bellinger and Dansby Swanson got the day off.
The White Sox wrapped up with 121 losses, breaking the post-1900 record of most losses held for more than a half-century by the 1962 New York Mets.
Winds finally relax tonight as the remnants of Helene weaken and drift toward the eastern seaboard.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled Friday that Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s name will remain on the state's presidential ballot, upholding a lower court's ruling that candidates can only be removed from the ballot if they die.
The U.S. Senate passed a resolution Friday honoring the life of a 6-year-old Palestinian-American Wadee AlFayoumi of Illinois. AlFayoumi died after he was stabbed 26 times in front of his mother in October 2023.
Here are the rules of the CBS News vice presidential debate between JD Vance and Tim Walz.
During the Tuesday night meeting, the clerk grabbed the mayor's gavel after she made several requests for the mayor to stop pointing it at her.
Chicago Police Supt. Larry Snelling talked with CBS News Chicago about victories and challenges after a year in the job.
Michael Cozzi bought a prepaid debit card for his friend and put $300 on it—only to be told by every party involved with the card that it was in somebody else's name and he couldn't unlock the money.
The New York Times has unveiled the 2024 edition of their list of the top 50 restaurants in the U.S., and a Chicago steakhouse is among the spots that made the national cut.
Earlier this year, CBS News Chicago reported on Monica Davis, a suburban woman who has since been arrested on accusations of pretending to be a dentist.
The Internet lit up this week with news that a Chicago restaurant is offering a luxe cocktail for $13,000, purportedly the most expensive martini in the United States.
Scammers have taken more than $100 million meant for senior citizens' Medicare bills, which comes from taxpayer money. The fraud scheme was exposed after swindlers made $3 billion worth of fake Medicare claims.
The government has already disbursed more than 900 million free at-home COVID-19 tests, and will be reopening its free test kit portal.
According to the Cook County Department of Animal and Rabies Control, the bats were both found Monday.
The Food and Drug Administration ended a program that provided free COVID-19 vaccines in August of 2024.
Earlier this year, CBS News Chicago reported on Monica Davis, a suburban woman who has since been arrested on accusations of pretending to be a dentist.
The Gift of Hope Organ Donor Care Center is focused on deceased patients whose lungs, hearts and more will live on in others.
Durpetti was known to treat everyone "like a long-lost relative with a firm handshake, a double kiss, or a friendly joke."
Greyhound said its lease is up on Oct. 20, but Greyhound is "working with local officials and stakeholders to determine the path forward."
Experts say the warmer early fall temperatures mean some of the summer fruits and veggies we love. But it also means some fall produce could be delayed.
The sale has those in the real estate industry excited.
The factory's parent company said it gave workers the opportunity to move to other facilities.
British actress Dame Maggie Smith had an extensive career in theater and movies, gaining international acclaim in later roles in "Harry Potter" and "Downton Abbey."
The adventure begins for 16 ordinary Americans as they embark on their trek to the top of the treacherous New Zealand Alps in 'The Summit.'
Since their debut nearly 35 years ago, Pearl Jam has been one of the world's most popular and influential rock groups. Lead singer Eddie Vedder and bassist Jeff Ament talk about success, friendship, creativity, and giving back to their loyal fans.
United said demand for its flights surges wherever Taylor Swift jets off to for her next concert.
Sean "Diddy" Combs is facing three charges, including sex trafficking, stemming from an investigation by federal authorities.
On Sunday, Chairman Jerry Reinsdorf addressed fans in a letter to take responsibility for the team's struggles this season in a letter, calling it "a failure" and "embarrassing."
Monday will have clearing skies with a light lake breeze that will develop in the afternoon, keeping shoreline temperatures slightly cooler.
Yanez and Elizabeth French thought they were just there for a church mass, but then the students of St. Christina School walked out with something much more meaningful.
The city of Asheville North Carolina is underwater across the state, wrecked roads have isolated some communities where power along with internet and cell phone service is out.
Six of those incidents happened on Saturday, and three more on Sunday—all happening during the early morning hours.
Light the Line was formed by Elizabeth French, the mother of fallen Chicago police officer Ella French, and Carlos Yanez Jr., her police partner who was also seriously wounded.
Officers immediately responded to the 300 block of North University and found two people who had been struck by gunfire and began rendering aid until the Normal Fire Department personnel arrived.
Court documents for the Oct. 22 scheduled court date show that Henyard and her boyfriend, Kamal Woods, were $3,350 past due on their rent.
The newly-refurbished basketball court in Garfield Park on the city's West Side is inspiring a new generation with hoop dreams of their own.
The team ends the 2024 season with a 41-121 record, replacing a 62-year-old single-season record previously held by the New York Mets in 1962 by one game.
The complaint alleges "a pattern of discrimination that has caused an increasingly hostile environment at UChicago for Palestinian, Arab, and Muslim students and students associated with them."
Chicago Police Supt. Larry Snelling talked with CBS News Chicago about victories and challenges after a year in the job.
Car break-ins were the source of a whopping 40% of gun thefts last year.
The sum was less than attorneys were seeking.
Some of these veterans live in the Chicago area, and many are scattered around the country suffering from debilitating illnesses.
The team ends the 2024 season with a 41-121 record, replacing a 62-year-old single-season record previously held by the New York Mets in 1962 by one game.
The Cubs, seeking a sweep of the Reds, managed just three hits as Cody Bellinger and Dansby Swanson got the day off.
The White Sox wrapped up with 121 losses, breaking the post-1900 record of most losses held for more than a half-century by the 1962 New York Mets.
Jaquan Brisker intercepted Matthew Stafford with about a minute remaining after the Bears punted on the previous play, helping Chicago (2-2) end a two-game skid.
If a sporting event is going on at North Central College, there's a good chance Woltmann will be there doing what he loves. That has been the case for 44 years.
The vandalism has happened at least three times in the last week in the 4700 block of South Ellis Avenue.
Lyle Menendez tells "48 Hours" contributor Natalie Morales, "There's just never been a case of guilt or innocence. It was always about why it happened."
All three victims were reported in good condition.
The 2-year-old was taken to the University of Chicago's Comer Children's Hospital in good condition. A gun was recovered at the scene.
The ages of the victims range from 2 to 58.