Former Plainfield Township supervisor pleads guilty to embezzling more than $1 million from firm
The former elected supervisor of southwest suburban Plainfield Township pleaded guilty on Monday to siphoning more than $1 million from a private firm.
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The former elected supervisor of southwest suburban Plainfield Township pleaded guilty on Monday to siphoning more than $1 million from a private firm.
Liv DeLeon can't get the account back, and now her customers are being asked to hand over money.
Liv DeLeon can’t get the account back, and now her customers are being asked to hand over money. CBS 2's Charlie De Mar reports.
A Plainfield police officer saw the suspect at a bank and arrested him on the spot.
Chicago FBI is searching for the suspect who robbed a bank in Plainfield Friday afternoon.
The suspect handed a note to a teller demanding money.
Plainfield police and Canadian National were at the scene investigating.
It's homecoming season and the 70th annual Plainfield Community Homecoming Parade is happening Saturday.
The couple behind the display said the village manager there is in overwhelming support of their home haunt.
Late last month, we showed you the dramatic Halloween display that included a hovering mannequin depicting Sadie Sink's Max Mayfield character from "Stranger Things."
"Please hold off visiting if you can," the Appels wrote in on their "Horror Props" Facebook page. "We want the dust to settle."
A Plainfield family had planned to take down a Halloween display that went viral and drew visitors, but the family now says they are going to wait.
A Plainfield family had planned to take down a Halloween display that went viral and drew visitors, but the family now says they are going to wait.
Late last month, we showed you the dramatic Halloween display in Plainfield that included a hovering mannequin depicting Sadie Sink's Max Mayfield character from "Stranger Things."
Dave and Aubrey Appel had created a quick TikTok of the Max display – which racked up more than 14 million views.
That person never got access to any school building.
We've watched it over and over again on TikTok like millions of people online, and yet, we can't figure out how any of it is possible.
We've watched it over and over again on TikTok like millions of people online, and yet, we can't figure out how any of it is possible. CBS 2's Jermont Terry reports.
The vehicle occupant had to be transported to a hospital with life-threatening injuries.
The fire hydrant was painted this summer by a Geneva resident who was participating in the city's "Art on Fire" program.
Police believe vandals set fire to the playground.
Man found shot and killed outside park facility in Plainfield.
Hundreds of thousands of dollars in school resources – and the taxpayer dollars that bought them – went down the drain in multiple suburban districts at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. CBS 2's Tara Molina reports.
Hundreds of thousands of dollars in school resources – and the taxpayer dollars that bought them – went down the drain in multiple suburban districts at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.
A suburban woman thought she found love online, but the man tugging at her heartstrings ended up swindling her out of more than $100.
Downers Grove police said six people are in custody after a woman was robbed by a group of armed men Tuesday night.
A rainy start to the day on Wednesday, with highs near 75 degrees.
Multiple sources told CBS News Chicago a firefighter has died after a garage fire and collapse in the city's Austin neighborhood Wednesday morning.
Sentencing begins Wednesday for the man convicted of the July 4 Highland Park parade mass shooting in 2022.
Allianz survey finds that nearly two-thirds of Americans are more worried about running out of money in retirement than they are about dying.
Sources say in the past three weeks, investigators have talked to several current and past Thornton Township employees about the financial spending during Henyard's tenure.
In a virtual meeting Thursday, the board voted 9-0 to name Martinez as commissioner of the department, with two abstentions.
Johnson also took aim at Emanuel's future plans, which involve signals that he might want to run for office again.
A Maryland school board decided to end parental opt-outs for instruction featuring storybooks that address gender identity and sexual orientation, sparking the dispute that's before the Supreme Court.
The mayor on Monday signed an executive order establishing a new working group tasked with fixing the city's finances.
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.
The law firms Romanucci and Blandin, representing the families of Antoine Lewis, 39, of Chicago, and Mark Lindquist Law, representing Darcy Belanger, 46, of Denver, Colorado, announced the settlement was reached on Sunday night.
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.
CDC experts were not made available to discuss the findings showing a rise in autism prevalence.
Doctors and the Illinois Department of Public Health are urging people to get vaccinated.
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.
"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.
Lollapalooza announced the daily lineup for the 2025 festival in Grant Park July 31 through Aug. 3. Tickets are going fast.
The award-winning "Vocal Points” are on their way to New York to compete in the high school a cappella international finals.
CBS travel editor Peter Greenberg joins Marissa Perlman to discuss the latest travel news.
Cardinal Blase Cupich, who has had a close relationship with Pope Francis, will lead a mass in the Pope’s honor at 10 a.m.
Meteorologist Laura Bannon has the extended forecast.
CBS legal analyst Irv Miller previews the start of the sentencing hearing for the convicted shooter in the 2022 Highland Park July 4th parade shooting.
Sources tell CBS News Chicago a firefighter has died after a garage fire and collapse on the city's West Side.
Sources say in the past three weeks, investigators have talked to several current and past Thornton Township employees.
The convicted shooter faces a mandatory life sentence without the possibility of parole.
Downers Grove police said six people are in custody after a woman was robbed by a group of armed men Tuesday night.
In video of the robbery posted on Nextdoor, three men can be seen pointing guns at the couple as they walk up to their front porch.
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.
With the deadline to obtain a Real ID just weeks away, the Better Business Bureau is warning about a surge in scams designed to steal your identity.
The Mendez family is suing the City of Chicago and the Chicago Police Department, accusing officers of violating their civil rights and traumatizing them and their children during the raid.
The Cubs were down to their last out in the ninth when Miguel Amaya hit a solo homer off Tanner Scott that landed in the basket in center field.
Bailey Ober worked six strong innings to win his second straight start, Trevor Larnach hit a two-run homer and Byron Buxton made a diving catch to end the game and seal the Minnesota Twins' 4-2 win over the Chicago White Sox.
The award is given annually to one Bears veteran and one rookie who best exemplify the courage, loyalty, teamwork, dedication and sense of humor of the late Brian Piccolo.
General Manager Ryan Poles and the Bears front office are ready for anything as they head into the draft on Thursday holding the No. 10 overall pick and four picks in the first 72.
The NCAA passed rules Monday that would upend decades of precedent by allowing colleges to pay their athletes per terms of a multibillion-dollar lawsuit settlement expected to go into effect this summer.
Two other men also have been sentenced to prison for their roles in Officer Rivera's murder.
Jamari Edwards, 22, faces 17 years to life in prison when he is sentenced on Aug. 12.
In video of the robbery posted on Nextdoor, three men can be seen pointing guns at the couple as they walk up to their front porch.
The community leaders have seen an increase in violence in the specific area where the teen was gunned down.
Police activity disrupted train service at the Racine Avenue stop along the Eisenhower Expressway.
