
Woman shot, man found dead inside Warwick Allerton Hotel
The incident is believed to be an attempted murder-suicide. CBS 2's Meredith Barack reports.
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The incident is believed to be an attempted murder-suicide. CBS 2's Meredith Barack reports.
The wife of an Illinois state trooper who was found shot dead with him in a murder-suicide on the Southeast Side was a Chicago Public Schools pre-kindergarten teacher.
Aurora police on Saturday were investigating a suspected murder-suicide that happened the day before.
A Gary police spokesperson could not be reached for further comment.
A 9-year-old girl and her father were found dead Thursday afternoon in Lake Villa in a suspected murder-suicide.
Police on Tuesday identified the man and woman who were shot dead in a suspected murder-suicide in the parking lot of a Hodgkins UPS distribution center the day before.
"I couldn't believe it. Because I know her. I mean every time I've gone to the lounge I would say she was there all the time."
An elderly man and woman were found shot to death in Maywood this week in what is believed to be a murder-suicide.
A father and son were found dead and two other family members were injured after an armed barricade in Joliet on Saturday.
A crisis team visited York Community High School all Monday morning and afternoon after a murder-suicide in Elmhurst left a student and a recent graduate dead.
The death of three family members found dead in an Elmhurst house fire has been ruled a murder-suicide, according to the DuPage County Sheriff's Office.
Joliet police confirmed that a man shot and killed his longtime girlfriend and their two young children before taking his life Wednesday night.
Four people were shot and killed, including two children, in an apparent murder-suicide Wednesday night in Joliet.
A man and a woman were killed in a murder-suicide Monday night, after an argument in the South Shore neighborhood.
Police say a Chicago father shot and killed his 10-year-old twins and then turned the gun on himself.
It was not immediately clear if they died as a result of the fire, but police said detectives are investigating the deaths as a domestic-related murder-suicide.
Around 5:20 p.m., officers responded to a report of shots fired in the parking lot outside a P.F. Chang's at 142nd and LaGrange in Orland Park.
Police in west suburban Winfield say a 50-year-old man killed his elderly parents, and then himself, after he learned they were going to make him move out of their home.
Police have not officially classified the killings as murder-suicide, but said they are not looking for any suspects.
The two incidents are being investigated as an apparent murder-suicide, authorities said. The victims were once married.
A woman was fatally shot and a man died after shooting himself in the head in an apparent homicide-suicide Saturday afternoon in Plainfield.
Police said officers responded to a call of a disturbance in a home in the 1400 block of Golfview Drive around 8:30 p.m. Saturday.
Dixon Police Chief Danny Langloss said both Christopher Michaels and his father, Robert, suffered gunshot wounds to the head.
Officers responded to a death investigation at a home in the 400 block of North Reed Street Monday afternoon.
A man and woman were found shot to death Monday morning in an apparent murder-suicide in the South Side Bronzeville neighborhood, according to Chicago Police.
The semi-truck rolled over on the northbound ramp to westbound Lake-Cook Road just before 5:45 a.m.
Highs will be in the 50s.
Police said the teen had a gunshot wound to his leg.
Thomas McPeek placed stacks and stacks of bets last year — complicated wagers on football called parlays, where several events all have to happen for the gambler to win.
Loveland leaves Michigan as their all-time single-season leader at tight end in receptions.
Sen. Durbin spoke from his home in the state capital of Springfield, where he announced his first senate run back in 1995.
Before being elected to the U.S. Senate, Durbin served seven terms in the U.S. House of Representatives — winning his first election to Congress in 1982.
The state of Illinois is considering cutting business ties with El Salvador in response to how that country is working with the Trump administration to hold deported migrants in prison.
The lawsuit said the policy put in place by President Trump has been subject to his "whims rather than the sound exercise of lawful authority."
Illinois Sen. Dick Durbin announced Wednesday he is retiring and will not run for reelection in 2026.
Thomas McPeek placed stacks and stacks of bets last year — complicated wagers on football called parlays, where several events all have to happen for the gambler to win.
Back in February, Heather Radin had planned to give only $10 to someone she thought was really in need. She is out $5,000.
The iconic Chicago chain known for its hot dogs and Italian beef sandwiches launched its brand new breakfast offerings in five restaurants Tuesday morning.
The application website is expected to open this summer.
Johnsonville, LCC is recalling over 22,600 pounds of cheddar bratwurst in 10 states, including Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Officials said the case is the only case in Illinois of which they are aware at this time.
The program involves a new text and chat support line — aimed at helping younger people who prefer digital communication.
Amanda Nelson is carrying a child who is not genetically hers for people she didn't know.
Some states want to block SNAP recipients from using benefits to buy sugary foods as part of the "make America healthy again" movement.
The CDC is now struggling to keep up with requests for support from states with measles outbreaks.
The owner of Timeless Toys said he was forced to buy $200,000 worth of toys due to the trade war between the world's two largest economies.
Tinaglia said he supports a new Bears stadium in Arlington Heights, but the franchise and the village need to come to an agreement on common goals.
The Supreme Court appears to be leaning toward a Catholic charitable organization pushing back against the state of Wisconsin in the latest religious rights case to come before the court.
Notably in St. Louis, hometown company Anheuser-Busch ended a 30-year partnership. Bud Light is also a top sponsor of Chicago pride events — and there may be a change there too.
Singleton will be the first to tell you her success is not a solo act.
Cynthia Erivo, Janelle Monáe and Grace Jones, and Kygo are among this year's performances in Highland Park from June 6 to Aug. 31.
"Grey's Anatomy" and "Euphoria" star Eric Dane said he is still able to work and will return to the HBO drama.
Jay North, who starred on TV's "Dennis the Menace" for four seasons starting in 1959, has died.
Nintendo has announced a June 5 launch date for its latest gaming console, the Switch 2.
A unique talent, Val Kilmer was praised as an acting chameleon who took on varied and challenging roles, and the results were often memorable.
Following the loss of two Hinsdale students, the community is taking on the ice bucket challenge to support mental health.
Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton, a South Side native, announced her campaign in a video focused on opposing President Trump and supporting "new voices." Her campaign video highlighted her work on abortion rights, the Illinois assault weapon ban, and increasing the minimum wage.
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Thomas McPeek placed stacks and stacks of bets last year — complicated wagers on football called parlays, where several events all have to happen for the gambler to win. But the casinos with which he placed the best refused to pay them out. Suzanne Le Mignot reports.
The Chicago Bears chose Colston Loveland, a tight end from Michigan with the 10th overall pick.
Loveland leaves Michigan as their all-time single-season leader at tight end in receptions.
The man died at the scene and was already dead when police arrived.
Judge Victoria Rossetti gave Robert Crimo III seven consecutive life sentences for his murder convictions, plus 50 years for each of the 48 attempted murder charges.
Thomas McPeek placed stacks and stacks of bets last year — complicated wagers on football called parlays, where several events all have to happen for the gambler to win.
The task force addressed its progress for the first time this week, nearly a year after the formation of the unit was first announced.
The lawsuit accuses Chicago Police of using excessive force on children.
The botched raid on the innocent Mendez family in November 2017 sparked CBS News Chicago's yearslong investigation into Chicago Police officers raiding the wrong homes.
Making the Chicago River a healthy, biodiverse and climate resilient lifeline through the city is the focus of many groups and city officials working with new standards, permits, and an eye on climate change.
Peter Mendez was only 9 years old when his family's home was wrongly raided by Chicago Police back in November 2017. Seven and a half years later, the Mendez family is finally getting their day in court.
Loveland leaves Michigan as their all-time single-season leader at tight end in receptions.
The Chicago Bears chose Colston Loveland, a tight end from Michigan with the 10th overall pick. Who else will they choose in the NFL Draft?
Lenyn Sosa and Miguel Vargas homered as the Chicago White Sox beat the Minnesota Twins 3-0 in a game that was shortened to seven innings because of rain.
Byron Buxton and Trevor Larnach homered help the Minnesota Twins beat the last-place Chicago White Sox 6-3 on Wednesday night.
Dansby Swanson had two hits and two RBIs as the NL Central-leading Cubs improved to 4-1 on an eight-game homestand.
The task force addressed its progress for the first time this week, nearly a year after the formation of the unit was first announced.
Paul Bocska, 58, was found guilty of four counts of criminal sexual assault and 12 counts of aggravated criminal sexual abuse.
A woman has been charged with murder in a Lincoln Park shooting that left a 28-year-old man dead.
Authorities said Nicholas Novak fired a shotgun at police at the end of a chase from Plano to Aurora, after already having shot and killed his father.
Park Ridge police said 40-year-old Matthew Cameron, of Niles, Illinois, is charged with four counts of aggravated battery.