Gunmen rob 6 Uber drivers in two weeks on West Side
The robbers have struck at least six times at three locations since the start of the year in the Humboldt Park and Near West Side neighborhoods.
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The robbers have struck at least six times at three locations since the start of the year in the Humboldt Park and Near West Side neighborhoods.
It happened Thursday morning at a currency exchange near Roosevelt Road and Jefferson Street.
Our nonstop news crew learned the burglars used a Jeep Cherokee to break the front window and knock over an atm.
The accident happened on Washington Boulevard at Damen Avenue, not far from the United Center.
Five people on the bus were taken to local hospitals for minor injuries, police said.
All four happened between the hours of 3 and 6 a.m. in the Logan Square, Austin, and Near West Side neighborhoods.
It happened at the Smokes N Clouds shop around 8:40 p.m., in the 1000 block of West Madison Street.
The shooter remained on the loose late Monday.
Police say he was identified as one of the offenders who less than two hours earlier took a car from a 27-year-old woman, in the 800 block of South Miller Street.
The victims, 23, and 26, sitting in a parked car, in the 1300 block of South Throop Street around 2 a.m., when someone from a silver sedan fired shots, police said.
A 23-year-old man is in critical condition and a 26-year-old man is in fair condition.
Chicago police arrested the boys, 15 and 17, on Monday just after 9 p.m. in the 800 block of South Oakley Boulevard.
Chicago police say when they first arrived they found a shattered store window, but no suspects.
A 53-year-old man is in custody after allegedly breaking into a Walgreens in the Fulton Market neighborhood Thursday morning.
CBS 2's Marissa Perlman reports one of the car owners told CBS 2 that he came outside to find his car damaged and his sunglasses missing. Luckily, the thieves did not open his trunk.
The weekly summer market has a mix of crafts, antiques, resale clothes, and home items in addition to food and live music.
The event kicked off at 9 a.m. and runs until 3 p.m. at Des Plaines and Harrison near UIC.
The shooting happened near an apartment complex at Van Buren Street and Oakley Boulevard.
The boy was grazed in the back of the hard, while the woman was shot in the thigh, police said.
No one was in custody late Wednesday.
The shooting happened at Oakley Boulevard and Maypole Avenue.
About 340,000 UPS workers are poised to walk off the job on Aug. 1 after a monthslong contract dispute.
Police say a group of men were standing outside on the sidewalk when a black charger approached and someone from inside fired multiple shots in their direction – striking four men.
The Civilian Office of Police Accountability said it can't determine who fired first, based on its review of the video.
The Maxwell Street Market is back and hosting a special House Music Festival featuring several local DJs and music artists.
Reddins was shot and killed in the line of duty on Nov. 29. The shooting marked the first line-of-duty death for an Oak Park police officer since 1938.
Here are the top songs, artists, and albums streamed on Spotify in Chicago this year, according to communications agency Burson Global.
Melissa Gama-Sanchez plays rugby, flag football, soccer, and basketball, and runs track.
In each burglary, the thieves broke in through the front glass door or side window to get in, before stealing money from cash boxes, cash registers, and safes.
A weather alert will take effect Wednesday evening for snow squalls that may bring damaging winds, low visibility, and slick roadways on your evening commute
Obama Foundation CEO Valerie Jarrett, a longtime senior advisor to former President Barack Obama, said it's important for all political parties to work together.
The Supreme Court weighed whether Tennessee's ban on gender-affirming care for minors experiencing gender dysphoria violates the Constitution.
At a Democratic Party Caucus for the south suburban township, Henyard had her name denied for the Democratic ballot because she did not have a full slate as required.
Four former employees of the mayor's team were fired then put on the list for reasons that two aldermen say fall well short of what the list was intended for.
The $1,000 threshold to make retail theft a felony crime—which was set by O'Neill Burke's predecessor, Kim Foxx—will be dropping to $300, effective immediately.
While many scoured the internet to look for the best deals Monday, some prefer to shop in person and locally.
On Monday, President-elect Trump specifically promised a 25% tariff on all products coming from Mexico and Canada—in addition to a 10% levy on Chinese goods.
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.
The program should launch early next year.
Feds find 11 kids illegally employed for at least 4 years at Seaboard Triumph Foods facility in Sioux City, Iowa.
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 company said the decision means temporary layoffs of 400 workers—more than half of its workforce.
A judge's overturning of Wisconsin's 13-year-old law that effectively ended collective bargaining for teachers and most state government employees has rekindled a battle over labor rights in a state where the first public sector unions were formed 65 years ago.
Prestige Feed Products makes food for pets, and for livestock such as pigs and cows.
While many scoured the internet to look for the best deals Monday, some prefer to shop in person and locally.
Wisconsin public worker and teachers unions have scored a major legal victory with a ruling that restores collective bargaining rights they lost under a 2011 state law.
Here are the top songs, artists, and albums streamed on Spotify in Chicago this year, according to communications agency Burson Global.
Hip-hop royalty Kendrick Lamar, on the heels of dropping his surprise album "GNX," announced Tuesday morning dates for his forthcoming Grand National Tour, which will include a summer stop in Chicago.
The classic rock band AC/DC is making a stop in Chicago during their upcoming "Power Up" stadium tour this spring. The tour marks the first time they've hit the road in nine years.
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
CBS News Chicago meteorologist David Yeomans has the latest 7-day forecast.
Garfield Park's 290 elite team, made up mostly of young stars from the West Side with mounds of energy, talent and let's not forget, love for the game of football.
On this day 55 years ago, two Black Panther members were shot and killed by two Chicago police officers. You can now learn more about one of the victims, Fred Hampton, a civil rights leader from his son Fred Hampton Jr.
CBS Travel Editor Peter Greenberg joined CBS News Chicago and shared the cheapest airports.
Head to La Grange for a hometown holiday walk on Saturday. Jackie Kostek has a preview of the event.
A weather alert will take effect Wednesday evening for snow squalls that may bring damaging winds, low visibility, and slick roadways on your evening commute
At a Democratic Party Caucus for the south suburban township, Henyard had her name denied for the Democratic ballot because she did not have a full slate.
UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was killed in a shooting outside a hotel in Midtown Manhattan.
Reddins was shot and killed in the line of duty on Nov. 29. The shooting marked the first line-of-duty death for an Oak Park police officer since 1938.
Here are the top songs, artists, and albums streamed on Spotify in Chicago this year, according to communications agency Burson Global.
Eight people—four men and four women—were shot around 2 p.m. Monday afternoon in the house at 3511 W. 59th St. in the Chicago Lawn neighborhood.
The $1,000 threshold to make retail theft a felony crime—which was set by O'Neill Burke's predecessor, Kim Foxx—will be dropping to $300, effective immediately.
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.
Des Watson shot 8 for 12 (3 for 5 from 3-point range) and 5 of 6 from the free-throw line for the Ramblers (7-0).
Brooks Barnhizer had 21 points and 10 rebounds for Northwestern (6-3). Ty Berry added 20 points and Nick Martinelli scored 19.
The Northeast Conference champions went 13-1 in their first year in the NEC. Now, the Cougars are navigating new territory in the postseason.
It was Giddey's first triple-double of the season and No. 12 for his career.
Lukas Reichel scored for the 'Hawks. Arvid Soderblom stopped 18 shots.
Reddins was shot and killed in the line of duty on Nov. 29. The shooting marked the first line-of-duty death for an Oak Park police officer since 1938.
In each burglary, the thieves broke in through the front glass door or side window to get in, before stealing money from cash boxes, cash registers, and safes.
UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was shot and killed outside a Hilton hotel in Midtown Manhattan, police said.
Eight people—four men and four women—were shot around 2 p.m. Monday afternoon in the house at 3511 W. 59th St. in the Chicago Lawn neighborhood.
The $1,000 threshold to make retail theft a felony crime—which was set by O'Neill Burke's predecessor, Kim Foxx—will be dropping to $300, effective immediately.
