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Park Ridge Family Battles City For Their 'Treehouse'
A legal fight with the city of Park Ridge over a backyard "treehouse" has turned into a waiting game for Joe and Margaret Solomon.
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A legal fight with the city of Park Ridge over a backyard "treehouse" has turned into a waiting game for Joe and Margaret Solomon.
A Park Ridge-Niles School District 64 board member resigned after posting an inflammatory tweet about women who participated in the Women's March.
Friday morning, police were called to a house in the 1300 block of South Greenwood, according to Park Ridge police.
Officers responded at 3:34 a.m. to the store at 814 Higgins Road for a report of an armed robbery, according to Park Ridge police.
A man has been charged with robbing a pharmacy in northwest suburban Park Ridge after investigators used a fingerprint to identify him.
A man wearing a surgical mask robbed a store early Tuesday in northwest suburban Park Ridge.
A man has been charged with lunging at police officers with a knife after shoplifting Saturday afternoon in northwest suburban Park Ridge.
To honor Kate Babich, family friends formed "Ribbons for Kate" and got behind an effort to tie purple ribbons along Park Ridge streets.
Katherine Babich, of Park Ridge, fell ill Monday morning, and was taken to Advocate Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge, where she was pronounced dead early Monday afternoon, according to Maine Township High School Distrct 207 and the Cook County Medical Examiner's office.
Police are investigating an attempted child abduction Monday in Park Ridge.
As her campaign continues, so does Hillary Clinton's need for funds. CBS 2's Mike Parker reports.
Train with other runners in the area when you join the following running clubs in Chicago.
An 88-year-old woman was safe at home on Thursday, after a 14-year-old carjacker stole a car while she was in the back seat.
An 88-year-old woman was in the back seat of a car that was stolen by a 14-year-old boy Wednesday evening in northwest suburban Park Ridge, police said.
A man and woman have been charged with pickpocketing multiple customers at a restaurant in north suburban Park Ridge.
An ATM user was able to foil an armed robbery attempt in north suburban Northbrook on Wednesday night.
William J. Kivit, 20, is charged with three counts of aggravated reckless driving and one count of aggravated fleeing and eluding for the June 3 crash at the intersection of Cumberland and Devon avenues in Park Ridge, police said.
A Park Ridge officer has been placed on desk duty after inconsistencies were found in his report regarding a two-vehicle crash that left four people injured Wednesday.
Shortly before 11 p.m., a 24-year-old woman was driving a 2014 Audi north on Cumberland Avenue, when a 1996 Chevy headed east on Devon Avenue at a high rate of speed ran a red light, and struck the Audi, according to a statement from Park Ridge police.
As teenagers get ready prom season and graduation, one suburban police department is asking parents to make sure they play it safe.
Park Ridge Mayor David Schmidt was first elected in 2009, and was re-elected in 2013. Park Ridge village manager Shawn Hamilton said Schmidt was stricken suddenly at home Wednesday night, and taken to Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, where he died.
CBS 2's Suzanne Le Mignot reports on the drug-resistant bacteria, which can kill 50 percent of those infected if it gets in the blood stream.
The person, whose age and gender were not immediately known, was hit by a vehicle about 8:15 p.m. in the 300 block of West Touhy Avenue, according to Park Ridge police.
Stacy Blackwell, 28, is accused of stealing from purses hanging off the backs of chairs in area restaurants — a spot where most patrons feel their belongings are safe.
Two men who say they were kicked out of a cab while on their way to Lakeview from O'Hare are suing the taxi company, alleging that the brief kiss they shared prompted the driver to throw them out in a suburban grocery store parking lot.
With every sale at Semicolon, the bookstore gets closer to its goal of not just selling books but giving them away.
Police said a 27-year-old man got into an argument with another passenger while riding a CTA bus around 10:20 p.m. in the 300 block of North Cicero Avenue.
Sonya Massey was killed after Sangamon County deputies responded to her 911 call about an intruder early on July 6, officials said.
Chicago police said six adults were able to leave the building without injuries.
All lanes reopened around 3:30 a.m.
The idea left some Chicagoans reflecting on how the city removed statues of Christopher Columbus from city parks.
President Biden said, "I feel good," after the White House announced he had tested positive for COVID-19 and was experiencing mild symptoms.
There are some significant differences the Republican National Convention now in progress and the Democratic Convention in Chicago next month.
Ald. Daniel La Spata (1st) said even a small reduction in speed on city streets could drastically reduce the number of traffic fatalities every year in Chicago.
The DNC sent a letter to the convention rules committee saying that "no virtual voting will begin before August 1."
As of Tuesday evening, a total of five tornadoes had been confirmed in the Chicago area from the storms Monday night and six Sunday night.
The tax is up just 2 cents compared with Sunday. But it is quite a jump compared with the Illinois gas seven years ago.
One third of Chicago's roughly 400 new car dealers are using pen and paper to complete deals.
The family asked CBS 2 for help after they found themselves stuck with random stuff and boxes filling their space—and nowhere else left to turn.
The gas hike approved in November was the largest gas utility rate hike in Illinois history.
Lisa Gee's experience taught her the life-saving importance of organ donations for thousands of patients.
Keisha House said people trust their hairdressers and barbers, and great communication takes place while in those chairs.
The FDA found even some products that claimed to be "sterile" were contaminated.
Under state law, all children living in a high-risk ZIP code must be tested for lead exposure at 12, 24, and 36 months of age.
Shane Butler said he was grateful to be alive, and he owes it all to the safety training he did exactly one year before he accidentally shot himself.
Bally's took possession of the River West property July 5.
The plant, which was indefinitely idled in February 2023, is expected to reopen next year.
Fiscal Year 2024 saw total cannabis sales exceed $2 billion, which exceeded the figures for Fiscal Years 2023 and 2022.
Kroger owns the Mariano's brand, while Albertsons owns Jewel-Osco.
The DNC arrives at the United Center from Aug. 19-22.
Nominations for the 76th annual Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday, with "Shōgun," "The Bear," "Hacks," "Only Murders in the Building" and "Baby Reindeer" all earning multiple major nods. See the full list of nominees for the 2024 ceremony here.
"Big Brother" announced Tuesday the 16 new Houseguests who will move into the "Big Brother" house and, for the first time ever, have the power to vote in a 17th houseguest.
After many people criticized Andress' rendition of the National Anthem online, comparing her with Fergie, the singer says she's going to rehab.
Shannen Doherty had been battling cancer since 2015.
Richard Simmons devoted his life to making people sweat with his "Sweatin' to the Oldies" workout videos.
Author Karen Brothers shares her story that takes readers through a journey of relatable childhood moments and experiences in her new memoir, "Moxie Matters: True Tales of Rolling Through A Messy, Muddled, and Magical Life.” She talks more about her new book.
The store features a curated selection surrounded by reading nooks and plush sofas that coax readers to turn the page for just one more chapter.
A former Sangamon County Sheriff’s deputy has been charged with murder in the shooting death of a woman inside her home in Springfield.
I-55 reopened early Thursday morning after an unprecedented tornado outbreak in the Chicago area downed power lines onto the expressway.
David Aylor and his team at the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety tested eight small SUVs in a series of scenarios to determine how the automatic emergency braking system, or AEB, performed.
All lanes reopened around 3:30 a.m.
The idea left some Chicagoans reflecting on how the city removed statues of Christopher Columbus from city parks.
With every sale at Semicolon, the bookstore gets closer to its goal of not just selling books but giving them away.
Sonya Massey was killed after Sangamon County deputies responded to her 911 call about an intruder early on July 6, officials said.
Police said a 27-year-old man got into an argument with another passenger while riding a CTA bus around 10:20 p.m. in the 300 block of North Cicero Avenue.
Former Secret Service agent McCarthy said security for both conventions is now even under more scrutiny since the assassination attempt on former President Trump.
The department has now confirmed they will be providing emergency medical support both inside the secure perimeter that will be going up around the United Center.
Data show the 4th of July has historically been one of the deadliest days of the year.
The former University of Illinois football player had been hired at Aunt Martha's despite having a criminal conviction on his record.
Two battalion chiefs told CBS 2 Investigators said hiring needs to be a priority for the Chicago Fire Department, and they plan to protest their working conditions.
Brady, a 20-year-old keeper in his second full season with the club, finished with nine saves to earn his fourth clean sheet of the season.
The Connecticut Sun acquired Marina Mabrey from the Chicago Sky for Rachel Banham, Moriah Jefferson and the team's 2025 first-round pick.
Chicago led 42-21 at the midway point of the second quarter and held the advantage until Megan Gustafson made a 3-pointer from the corner with 8:16 remaining in the fourth to give the Aces their first lead of the game at 72-71.
Williams was the No. 1 overall pick in last April's draft as Odunze was picked No. 9 overall to add to a revamped offense.
Joe "Jellybean" Bryant, a former Philadelphia 76ers and La Salle University basketball great and the father of the late, NBA legend Kobe Bryant, has died. He was 69.
Police said a 27-year-old man got into an argument with another passenger while riding a CTA bus around 10:20 p.m. in the 300 block of North Cicero Avenue.
Sonya Massey was killed after Sangamon County deputies responded to her 911 call about an intruder early on July 6, officials said.
The shooting left the two boys injured and still hospitalized. Three other victims Capri Edwards, 24, Nakeeshia Strong, 45, and Strong's 7-year-old son were killed.
Sen. Bob Menendez tried to shift the blame to his wife, Nadine Menendez, but was found guilty on all 16 felony counts for a scheme involving bribery and business favors.
The search for a new police chief is now underway in the Village of Robbins after Scott was relieved of his duties after just 15 months on the job.