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According to court documents, Robert Pasco, 42, was sleeping with a gun under his pillow last week when his pregnant girlfriend — Edith Castrejon, 35 — reached over and grabbed it.
She was taken to Illinois Masonic Hospital in critical condition and later died.
A 12-year-old was also inside the apartment and was taken to the hospital in serious condition.
The girl suffered cardiac arrest, according to sources. She was taken to Swedish Hospital, where she was pronounced dead.
The girl suffered cardiac arrest, according to fire officials. She was taken to Swedish Hospital, where she was pronounced dead.
Chicago police said the 10-year-old was found in the apartment around 5:17 a.m. in the 3000 block of West Gunnison Street after fire crews responded for a hazmat with high carbon monoxide readings of 300 parts per million.
n each incident, the burglars smashed into a business using at least one vehicle, and then took gaming equipment and fled the scene.
The driver of a sport-utility vehicle hit a squad car that had its lights and sirens running on Irving Park Road.
The vibrant parade from St. Ferdinand Church was led by three wise men on horseback. It featured dancers and traditional Polish highlanders.
The burglaries all happened on the city's Northwest Side. Police have issued a business alert.
In each incident, the burglars crashed a dark sedan into businesses and destroyed the front window or glass door.
Chicago police said a red sedan was traveling westbound on Irving Park Road when it hit a black SUV that was originally traveling Eastbound.
Homan was a guest at a holiday party hosted by the Law and Order PAC and the Northwest Side GOP Club.
Police said the suspected attacker escaped, but was later found dead nearby.
"They had quite the time at the SuperSpa, and are looking forward to their next trip in 25 years," Superdawg wrote in an Instagram post.
Chicago police said just before 3 a.m., the victims, 25 and 45, were arguing with four other people in the 2800 block of North Normandy Avenue, which turned into a fight.
Both victims were treated by fire crews and taken to Loyola Hospital in critical condition.
The burglaries occurred overnight in the Belmont Cragin, Belmont Heights, and East Albany Park neighborhoods.
The teens were arrested on Wednesday in the 1100 block of South Hamilton Avenue on the city's Near West Side.
All three men were arrested on Monday just after 2 p.m. in the 2000 block of North Milwaukee Avenue.
The thieves have struck at least three times in the early-morning hours last week.
The store will receive a one-percent bonus of the prize amount, or $10,000, for selling the winning ticket.
The thefts happened between Sept. 9 and 11 in the early morning hours in Belmont Cragin and Irving Park.
The burglaries all happened Wednesday, Sept. 4 in the Wicker Park, Bucktown, and Avondale areas.
Northwest Side residents said they have compassion for people who find themselves unhoused—but they want the city to step up the efforts to make Gompers Park accessible again. Jermont Terry reports.
The woman charged with murder in the shooting death of a 28-year-old man in Lincoln Park last week called 911 to try to throw police off her trail, prosecutors said.
According to Metra, the pedestrian was hit just before 1 p.m. by a #627 train, which caused a stoppage near Clybourn.
Chicago farmers markets are starting to open, with the vast majority set to start in May, bringing farm-fresh produce to communities across the city.
James Robinson and Angel Contreras, both 21, are facing multiple charges, including attempted murder, robbery, and vehicular hijacking.
A man has been charged in the death of veteran Chicago firefighter Capt. David Meyer Wednesday.
FBI Director Kash Patel announced Judge Hannah Dugan's arrest in an X post that has been deleted.
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."
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.
Family members are searching for 16-year-old Sahgee Payne, who went missing from his brother’s apartment over a week ago. Anyone with information about his whereabouts is asked to contact police.
The production celebrates its 30th anniversary, and its latest shows run through April 27. Tapper Kenji Igus talks more about Riverdance 30 and gives a sneak peek at what attendees can expect.
The Vatican says that as of noon, Rome time, 150,000 visitors paid homage to the 88-year-old who died on Monday.
Negotiations continue on Friday, as Russia launched another strike overnight on Kyiv. Natalie Brand has the latest reaction from the White House.
Storms end by late day and no severe weather is expected. Highs will be in the 50s, with warmer conditions to the south in the 60s.
Thomas McPeek placed stacks of bets last year and traveled as far as Iowa to place them. But when it came time to pay, casinos refused.
A man has been charged in the death of veteran Chicago firefighter Capt. David Meyer Wednesday.
The woman charged with murder in the shooting death of a 28-year-old man in Lincoln Park last week called 911 to try to throw police off her trail, prosecutors said.
Iryna Kalach, 39, was arrested by Chicago police and members of the U.S. Marshal Great Lakes Regional Fugitive Task Force on Thursday in the 1700 block of South State Street.
FBI Director Kash Patel announced Judge Hannah Dugan's arrest in an X post that has been deleted.
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.
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.
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.
George Santos was sentenced to more than seven years in prison on federal wire fraud and identity theft charges Friday in New York.
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.
