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Thousands of Chicago police officers gathered along the lakefront Sunday morning to pay tribute to their fallen colleagues in the 84th annual St. Jude Memorial March.
Chicago police say the arrestees were all adult women, and charges were pending.
Calling former U.S. House Speaker Dennis Hastert a "serial child molester," a federal judge has sentenced him to 15 months in prison for trying to skirt banking regulations to conceal hush money payments intended to cover up sex abuse allegations from the time he was a high school wrestling coach and teacher in Yorkville decades ago.
An individual at the center of the Dennis Hastert hush money case is suing the former U.S. House speaker for breach of contract.
A city-run lending program for small businesses in Chicago is celebrating a milestone: it has made 250 loans.
Two people are charged in connection to the death of a young woman whose body was found in an abandoned Gary home last week.
Three weeks after a fatal fire in their West Side apartment building some tenants are still trying to get back into their units, reports WBBM'S Nancy Harty.
Botlr the butler robot can bring towels, bottled water or a new toothbrush to your hotel room. WBBM's Nancy Harty reports.
If you're stressing out because there are only a few hours left to file your federal income tax returns, there are a couple of things you can do about it.
Could the state's budget stalemate finally end after ten months? The head of a non-partisan government research group is feeling optimistic about a move to make lawmakers feel some of the financial pain, reports WBBM's Nancy Harty.
An Elmhurst mother who lost her daughter to a severe allergic reaction hopes to save lives by getting police officers and others to carry EpiPens, reports WBBM's Nancy Harty.
Illinois lawmakers may soon have a new appreciation for what the state's budget stalemate,now in its tenth month, is doing to its vendors. WBBM's Nancy Harty reports the comptroller will make them wait for their paychecks.
The city of Naperville is trying to get ahead of a potential problem by banning powdered alcohol.
A Marine who lost both legs in Afghanistan is getting a new home, thanks in large part to students from the northwest suburbs.
Chicago police said they were notified Madison Pruitt passed away Sunday, four days after she got a visit from interim Supt. Eddie Johnson and dozens of officers.
Some south suburban police departments are coming together Monday for a fundraiser in support of an injured Park Forest officer.
While some public leaders have a monthly coffee, the mayor of West Chicago has weekend walks and he's started them for the season.
As the Cubs and White Sox open their seasons tonight, the FBI and Chicago Police are asking for the public's help in catching suspected counterfeit ticket-sellers.
WBBM's Nancy Harty spoke with one union member who plans to go to his classroom instead.
The Supreme Court has rejected former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich's appeal of his corruption convictions that included his attempt to sell the vacant Senate seat once occupied by President Barack Obama.
Some patients at La Rabida Children's Hospital in Chicago had a special visitor this Easter.
Hundreds of kids made quick work of an Easter egg hunt in a South Loop park Saturday afternoon.
A local youth performance group has been invited to the White House Easter Egg Roll on Monday for the third time.
More than $38,000 has been raised for a Park Forest police officer who was shot in the line of duty a week ago, reports WBBM's Nancy Harty.
Palos Park Police Chief Joe Miller says the "virtual ride-along" could be exciting, or rather routine. WBBM's Nancy Harty reports.
Chicago police said the victims were standing on the sidewalk when shots were fired.
Clouds linger Sunday, and temperatures are above average
Pippen, playing in the arena where his Hall of Fame father's retired number hangs, had 26 points in the first three quarters for Memphis, which has won three of its last four.
Brandi Robinson is an undefeated pro boxer from Sauk Village, who is now preparing for a big fight later this month in Rosemont.
Jeremiyah Love scored three touchdowns, tying a school record with his 11th straight game with a rushing TD, and No. 6 Notre Dame ended No. 18 Army's 13-game winning streak with a 49-14 victory at Yankee Stadium.
The 29-person team will advise the prosecutor's office on everything from handling gun violence cases to wrongful convictions to public corruption.
Parking garage managers said the number of parkers is down since the pandemic, as more people work remotely, leaving them struggling to make a profit.
Cook Cook State's Attorney Kim Foxx sat down with CBS News Chicago to reflect on her legacy after eight years in office.
President-elect Donald Trump announced Gaetz as his nominee to be attorney general last week.
The reopened Pilsen facility is one of three that Mayor Brandon Johnson promised would reopen by the end of the year.
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.
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.
An attorney representing a conservative prosecutor struggled Monday to convince Wisconsin's liberal-leaning Supreme Court to reactivate the state's 175-year-old abortion ban.
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.
Foxtrot will be pouring free drip coffee between 6 a.m. and 10 a.m. at the Fulton Market location to celebrate the reopening.
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.
Trump chose key members for his administration over the weekend, with most still face confirmation hearings.
A 16-year-old male was taken by the CFD to Mt. Sinai in critical condition with a gunshot wound to the abdomen and later died.
From a cat caught making himself at home to a family featured at this year's River North Pole event. Here's what caught Suzanne Le Mignot and Mary Kay Kleist's eye this week.
Police said a 19-year-old woman was walking on the sidewalk near the intersection of State and Washington streets shortly before 9 p.m. when an unknown male fired shots.
It's the last mild weekend in Chicago, with highs on Sunday to reach the low 50s.
The shooting happened as crowds were packing downtown for the annual Magnificent Mile Lights Festival and Christkindlmarket in Daley Plaza.
Chicago police said the victims were standing on the sidewalk when shots were fired.
Clouds linger Sunday, and temperatures are above average
St. Sabina handed out 1,000 turkeys donated by movie director Spike Lee. Servants for Hope gave away more than 600 turkeys in Englewood.
Some along the parade route said they were excited for another year of Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse flipping the switch to light up the Mag Mile.
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.
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.
The police department has spent $22.6 million in overtime this year for officers working special events — only about $2 million of which has been reimbursed to the city.
Pippen, playing in the arena where his Hall of Fame father's retired number hangs, had 26 points in the first three quarters for Memphis, which has won three of its last four.
Brandi Robinson is an undefeated pro boxer from Sauk Village, who is now preparing for a big fight later this month in Rosemont.
Jeremiyah Love scored three touchdowns, tying a school record with his 11th straight game with a rushing TD, and No. 6 Notre Dame ended No. 18 Army's 13-game winning streak with a 49-14 victory at Yankee Stadium.
Luke Altmyer found Pat Bryant for a catch-and-run, 40-yard touchdown pass with 4 seconds left, sending No. 24 Illinois to a wild 38-31 victory over Rutgers.
Lukas Reichel and Patrick Maroon scored for the Blackhawks, who lost for the fourth time in five games.
The shooting happened as crowds were packing downtown for the annual Magnificent Mile Lights Festival and Christkindlmarket in Daley Plaza.
The NBA is urging its players to take additional precautions to secure their homes following reports of recent high-profile burglaries of dwellings owned by Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis and Kansas City Chiefs teammates Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce.
K9 officer Riggs served 8 years on the force. He was 10 years old.
One man suffered multiple gunshot wounds and was rushed to an area hospital for treatment, police said.
The woman was taken to Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn in critical condition.
