Spike in violent robberies seen in multiple parts of Chicago
CBS 2's Tara Molina has been breaking down robbery statistics by Chicago community area – and found that in particular, The Loop has seen a spike in a big way this year, and this month.
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CBS 2's Tara Molina has been breaking down robbery statistics by Chicago community area – and found that in particular, The Loop has seen a spike in a big way this year, and this month.
CBS 2's Tara Molina has been breaking down robbery statistics by Chicago community area – and found that in particular, The Loop has seen a spike in a big way this year, and this month.
The group, Rising Tide Chicago, says Chase continues to invest in dangerous fossil fuel projects - which hurt the environment.
The car thieves target unattended vehicles and break in through the windows.
Friday's events were just the beginning of the holiday activities this weekend.
The indoor market will showcase 85 local small businesses, and feature holiday gift shopping, live entertainment, and seasonal activities.
A man was robbed and carjacked at gunpoint in the Loop Sunday morning, according to police.
No arrests have been made.
There was a big scare in the Loop Saturday when a man fired a gun near Macy's.
At least three people were shot and killed nearby this year.
A CPD sergeant observed a row of illegally parked cars in the center of the street and advised one of the drivers to move before being struck.
A downtown bar is at the center of a controversy once again, following a shooting near the business.
This is not the first time there has been a shooting near that bar.
Union workers plan to rally at noon for better pay from the Heartland Alliance.
No one is in custody in either shooting.
Two men, 32 and 27, were shot just two minutes apart.
Some people were also seen sitting on cars and even popping off fireworks.
A Washington Park man has been charged in the murder of a 41-year-old man in the Loop last week.
The suspects are all believed to be 18 to 25 years old, police said.
Byrnes, of Blue Island, had worked as a sous chief at Tri-Star Catering until this summer, when he mysteriously and suddenly left, CBS 2's Marissa Parra has learned.
Chicago police are looking for a man after he shot at people in a parking garage at the CME Center Sunday night.
Two men are critically wounded after being shot in the Loop Sunday just after midnight.
Three people are injured after a vehicle was struck by a tow truck in the Loop Saturday morning.
"We can't live like this. The city has become – I won't even say, Gotham City is a little bit better, because you have Batman," said Uzma Sharif.
A man is recovering after being stabbed during a robbery on the CTA Red Line platform Sunday morning.
Macy's announced the impending closures Thursday, calling it part of the retailer's plan to "return the company to sustainable, profitable sales growth."
The fire appeared to occurred at a warehouse in the 5700 block of South Kedzie Avenue in Gage Park.
The Chicago area is expected to see 1 to 2 inches of snow.
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.
Trump was found guilty in May of 34 felonies in authorizing a scheme in 2017 to falsify records in order to cover up reimbursements for a "hush money" payment.
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.
Macy's announced the impending closures Thursday, calling it part of the retailer's plan to "return the company to sustainable, profitable sales growth."
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.
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.
Lower immunity to the new GII.17 strain could be leading to more infections.
According to the CDC, at least 66 people have been infected with bird flu since last year. Most have had direct contact with sick birds.
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.
Macy's announced the impending closures Thursday, calling it part of the retailer's plan to "return the company to sustainable, profitable sales growth."
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.
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.
Here is the full list of winners who took home awards at the 2025 Golden Globe Awards.
Here are the books and characters newly joining the list of works in the public domain in 2025.
Taylor also played two nights at Ravinia this past June.
Due to the fire, CTA #52 Kedzie and #52A South Kedize are temporarily rerouted to Kedize, 58th, California, 55th, and Kedzie.
We're just over a week into the new year and most people who make a resolution have some sort of fitness goal in mind. That's where the folks at Pvolve come in. Trainers Dani and Jacob demonstrate some exercises using resistance equipment.
The death toll continues to climb as the Los Angeles wildfires spread.
Meteorologist Laura Bannon is tracking widespread snow in the Chicago area.
As snow moves into the Chicago area, Asal Rezaei reports live from the Mobile Weather Lab.
The ground stop was issued before 8:30 a.m. due to snow and ice. See the latest on our First Weather Alert day impacts.
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.
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.
Survivors, advocates and experts have weighed in on Mayor Brandon Johnson's pledge to create a task force to study the safety of Black women in Chicago.
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.
