Man shot by police after sneaking into SWAT facility; police investigate
How was the man not only able to breach the building - through a propped open door - but also grab a police weapon? The investigation continues, as CBS 2's Tara Molina reports.
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How was the man not only able to breach the building - through a propped open door - but also grab a police weapon? The investigation continues, as CBS 2's Tara Molina reports.
Salinas shot and killed Stinnette and wounded Stinnette's girlfriend, Tafara Williams, on Oct. 20, 2020, during a chase after they'd fled an earlier stop in Waukegan.
The shooting remains under investigation by the Lake County Major Crimes Task Force.
The video shows officers opening fire from inside their unmarked squad car on July 22 on 18th Street near Morgan Street.
Chicago Police confirmed the officer and sergeant have been relieved of their official duties in connection with the July incident in Pilsen. CBS 2's Suzanne Le Mignot reports.
A Chicago police officer and sergeant are each facing felony charges after an innocent bystander was among two people wounded in July during a police shootout with a group of masked suspects in Pilsen.
"That's my only son," Diana Manjarrez said the day of the shooting. "They could have Tased him. They didn't have to shoot him."
Police say the man was firing a gun in officers' direction.
Police said the man charged at the officer with several different weapons – and a gasoline can taped to his chest. CBS 2's Jermont Terry reports.
An officer in Waukegan shot and killed a man Wednesday afternoon, after police said the man charged at the officer with several different weapons – and a gasoline can taped to his chest. CBS 2's Jermont Terry reports.
Waukegan police were called to the 1000 block of Glen Court by someone who reported a neighbor was trying to start up a chainsaw and also had gasoline with him.
The DuPage County State's Attorney said no charges will be brought against the officer.
A man who was shot and wounded by police on the Near West Side Friday afternoon is charged with assaulting an officer.
Police said a man was shot and wounded by officers during an investigatory stop where officers found he was armed. But as CBS 2’s Marybel González reports, many questions remain.
The rally was held outside the 16th (Jefferson Park) District station, where Officer Evan Solano was expected to return to work after serving a 20-day suspension for violating several department rules during the foot chase that ended with him fatally shooting Alvarez.
When police arrived, they said the man did not drop a knife despite officers engaging with him. CBS 2's Jermont Terry reports.
The officer was involved in another incident about a year ago where police records show he returned fire during a traffic stop in West Garfield Park.
The boy's family says he was surrendering when a Chicago Police officer shot and wounded him. CBS 2's Tara Molina reports.
The officer was involved in another incident about a year ago where police records show he returned fire during a traffic stop in West Garfield Park. CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey reports.
The officer who pulled the trigger in the May incident did not have his body camera on, but other officers who were with him did. CBS 2's Tara Molina reports.
Police gave few details but said the suspect with the gun was "making the residence unsafe."
There's a worry after two Chicago Police officers were shot on the South Side within a week.
A Naperville police officer shot and killed a man, after police say he charged at the officer with a hatchet during a traffic stop Friday morning. CBS 2's Sabrina Franza reports.
Police said the officer was conducting a traffic stop near Bond Street and McDowell Road, when a different driver stopped next to him, and ran out of the car with a hatchet in his hand.
Police confirmed officers shot a gunman outside the Hard Rock Casino in Rockford Saturday night.
The ground stop was issued before 8:30 a.m. due to snow and ice.
Snowfall is expected to ramp up during the Friday morning rush.
Snow ramps up area-wide by the time the Friday morning rush picks up.
In addition to norovirus, regular winter respiratory illnesses like RSV and flu are spiking, as is COVID-19.
REACH 21 is a program with the goal of helping kids through mentorship, education, athletics, job training, mental wellness support, and restorative justice practices.
City attorneys are recommending settlements in lawsuits tied to former CPD Commander Jon Burge, former Sgt. Ronald Watts, and former Det. Reynaldo Guevara - all of whom have been accused of framing dozens of people.
President Biden honored former President Jimmy Carter in a eulogy at his funeral.
Madigan is accused of using his power and influence to arrange for no-show jobs for his allies, and business for his own law firm.
The legislation is named in honor of Karina Gonzalez, who was shot and killed – allegedly by her husband – in July 2023.
DePaul University professor and transportation expert Joe Schwieterman said Chicago needs to take a look at what New York is doing with congestion pricing.
Many turned out to take advantage of day-after-Christmas sales that can be hard to pass up.
At Yorktown Center in Lombard, just about everyone who spoke with CBS News Chicago on Monday said the act of going out and physically shopping puts them in the Christmas spirit.
Scammers know many of us are waiting for packages this holiday season.
The National Retail Foundation projected roughly 157 million people across the country would shop last-minute and try to wrap up their shopping lists.
The strike was deliberately authorized in the midst of the busy holiday delivery season nationwide for a reason—with the Teamsters Union pushing the company for a contract.
In addition to norovirus, regular winter respiratory illnesses like RSV and flu are spiking, as is COVID-19.
Those with endometriosis, ovarian cysts, uterine fibroids, and female orgasmic disorder are now eligible to be prescribed medical cannabis in Illinois.
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The Louisiana patient was hospitalized with a severe case of bird flu in the first death in the U.S. caused by the H5N1 virus.
There remains a question of where exactly ground will be broken for the stadium.
Chef Bayless also addressed his lack of a relationship with his brother, sports broadcaster Skip Bayless.
John Carruthers and his thin crusts have raised $80,000—a lot of dough for charities around Chicago.
Many turned out to take advantage of day-after-Christmas sales that can be hard to pass up.
It may seem like a brave choice to launch a company making old-fashioned mechanical watches—when many wear new-fangled electronic alternatives. But the entrepreneurs' mission is bigger than just watchmaking.
As we say ADIEU to 2024, a new study has revealed last year's hardest Wordle puzzles in each U.S. state, including Illinois.
Peter Yarrow was a singer-songwriter and a social activist, but he was best known as one-third of the folk-music group Peter, Paul and Mary.
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Taylor also played two nights at Ravinia this past June.
The death toll continues to climb as the Los Angeles wildfires spread.
Meteorologist Laura Bannon is tracking widespread snow in the Chicago area.
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The organization UCAN Chicago aunched REACH 21—a program with a goal of helping kids through mentorship, education, athletics, job training, mental wellness support, and restorative justice practices.
Snow ramps up area-wide by the time the Friday morning rush picks up.
The fires have scorched more than 45 square miles of the Los Angeles area—leaving total devastation behind.
In addition to norovirus, regular winter respiratory illnesses like RSV and flu are spiking, as is COVID-19.
Reddins was shot and killed last November while responding to a call of a man with a gun seen leaving a Chase Bank in Oark Park.
The ground stop was issued before 8:30 a.m. due to snow and ice.
Ald. Ray Lopez (15th) said the wooden or plastic traffic barriers currently recommended for permitted street fairs and festivals in Chicago are a security weakness, and that needs to change.
Cook County sheriff deputies served only 25% of protective orders between 2021 and 2023, data show.
"San Antonio has really led the way in using aerial surveillance technology to prevent these activities," said Ald. Brian Hopkins (2nd), who chairs the City Council Public Safety Committee.
Customers said contractors from the company, Orange Elephant Roofing & Solar, seemed simply to disappear into thin air. But that is only the tip of the iceberg.
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The White Sox signed Rojas for a $3.5 million, one-year contract that was finalized Wednesday, while infielder Jake Amaya was designated for assignment.
Penn State lost to Notre Dame in heartbreaking fashion on Thursday night.
General manager Ryan Poles said the bears will "cast a wide net." At least 15 names have emerged for potential interviews.
Tre White also had 20 points to help Illinois (12-3, 4-1 Big Ten) win with scoring leader Kasparas Jakucionis sidelined by a bruised forearm.
Arizona Cardinals offensive coordinator Drew Petzking was also reportedly up first for a virtual interview Wednesday.
Reddins was shot and killed last November while responding to a call of a man with a gun seen leaving a Chase Bank in Oak Park.
William Zientek, 46, was indicted last month in the shooting death of Dr. Olga Duchon, of Vernon Hills.
Their identities were not released as they were juveniles at the time of the crime.
The woman who was stabbed was taken to the hospital in critical condition. The other victim was not seriously hurt.
Some of the men now charged were already convicted in a deadly carjacking in Milwaukee.
