Video shows terrifying moments before toddler was rescued from middle of road
The 2-year-old boy had on nothing but a diaper when he found himself in the middle of traffic near Phoenix, Arizona.
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The 2-year-old boy had on nothing but a diaper when he found himself in the middle of traffic near Phoenix, Arizona.
A crash shut down outbound lanes on the Dan Ryan Expressway for several hours on Wednesday. A truck flipped on its side around 11 a.m., blocking all lanes. Around 12:25 p.m., cleanup crews were using small bulldozers to remove debris from the crash. The city said lanes reopened around 1:45 p.m.
Speeding and dangerous crashes have been a big problem along a stretch of Pulaski Road on Chicago's Southwest Side for years. Now, some neighbors are pushing for a solution.
Chicago police data show hundreds of crashes and dozens of injuries along Pulaski Road so far this year.
Speeding and dangerous crashes have been a big problem along a stretch of Pulaski Road on Chicago's Southwest Side for years. Now, some neighbors are pushing for a solution.
Crews were cleaning up after a three-vehicle crash involving a semi-truck snarled traffic on Interstate 95 at Old Orchard. Two people were taken to local hospitals with minor injuries.
A major gas leak in northwest Indiana forced officials to shut down a stretch of Interstate 94 for several hours causing major gridlock on Tuesday afternoon.
A major gas leak in northwest Indiana has forced officials to shut down a stretch of Interstate 94 for at least three hours on Tuesday afternoon.
A major gas leak in northwest Indiana has forced officials to shut down a stretch of Interstate 94 for at least three hours on Tuesday afternoon.
The security perimeter buildout will begin on Monday at 6 a.m. with the staging of the perimeter fencing at the United Center and McCormick Place.
According to a new study by the data transportation company Inrix, the average Chicagoan lost 96 hours in traffic last year. The study analyzed peak commute hours and non-peak conditions in over 950 cities.
To protect the movement of wildlife impeded by busy roadways, a series of manmade overpasses and underpasses throughout the U.S. helps animals big and small safely get across the street, preventing collisions and saving human lives.
CBS News analysis shows most federal traffic safety grants go to planning projects, rather than actual construction. Critics say slow progress contributes to rising deaths on America's roads.
Two trucks crashed on I-55 near County Line Road in Chicago's suburbs during rush hour on Thursday, reducing traffic to one lane.
The construction nightmare on Interstate 90/94 is somewhat over, for now. On Sunday morning, the inbound lanes of the Kennedy and Edens Expressways, including lanes and ramps, will fully reopen.
A truck container fell onto the Bishop Ford Expressway near 134th Friday afternoon after the truck hit an overpass.
A truck container fell onto the Bishop Ford Expressway near 134th Friday afternoon after the truck hit an overpass. Illinois State Police said the load was too tall and the shipping container struck the bridge and became dislodged from the truck shortly before 4 p.m.
The container was blocking all of the southbound lanes on the expressway. A pickup truck struck the shipping container, but no injuries were reported.
Much of Chicago's Central Business District closed to incoming traffic Saturday night as large celebrations for Mexican Independence Day created chaos in the area.
Much of Chicago's Central Business District is now closed to incoming traffic as the city prepares for possible large celebrations for Mexican Independence Day.
The city initially had no plans to close streets but announced the closures around 8 p.m. "due to large car caravans."
This weekend in Chicago is expected to be busy with several events, including celebrations for Mexican Independence Day. This weekend in Chicago, the Mexican Independence Day Parade is taking place on Saturday. There's also Riot Fest on the West Side and a 50 Cent concert at the United Center on Saturday.
This weekend in Chicago is expected to be busy with several events, including celebrations for Mexican Independence Day. CBS 2's Suzanne Le Mignot had the latest on what you need to know.
Chicago is gearing up for a big weekend with Mexican Independence Day celebrations, Riot Fest and a big concert at Soldier Field.
It was a daring adventure with a thrilling finish, but nothing really went as planned for Chicago's first-ever NASCAR Street Race. Rain delayed the race and canceled the concerts, and as CBS 2's Charlie De Mar reported, many are asking will it be back?
Illinois has started a season 3-0 for the fourth time under Brad Underwood, and the second time in three seasons after starting the 2022-23 season 4-0.
Johnson had 104 yards rushing on 21 carries. Williams ran nine times for 101 yards that included a 71-yard touchdown run that ended the scoring with 7:56 remaining.
People were willing to sacrifice their whole day to enjoy what some say are among the best tacos in the world.
The nonprofit Far South Community Development Corporation is working to create everlasting change—and has a vision specifically for the commercial corridor at 115th and Halsted streets.
The Bulls led by as many as 22 in the third quarter, but the Knicks rallied and went ahead 123-121—and nearly won.
In some cases, such attacks have made their way to classrooms and college campuses.
Wisconsin Republican Eric Hovde is admitting that he lost the U.S. Senate race to Democratic incumbent Tammy Baldwin, but refusing to concede and instead is repeating misleading claims about the election while he considers a recount.
President Biden and President-elect Donald Trump both promised a "smooth" transition.
Sen. John Thune of South Dakota won on the second round of voting against Sen. John Cornyn of Texas in the race for Senate Republican leader.
President-elect Donald Trump has called the Biden administration's student loan relief efforts a "total catastrophe."
Robin McElroy said she loves everything about her Morgan Park home—except for the panic-inducing surprises she has been getting in the mail about her supposedly unpaid taxes.
Scammers often get financial information and personal details, or lure in veterans with videos that claim they can win lots of money,
It's the season of giving, but if you're not careful with finances, you could be getting a hefty bill at the end of the holiday season.
For the first time since 1938, children in Des Moines, Iowa, will go trick-or-treating on Halloween. The city began its unusual custom of opting for Beggar's Night decades ago in hopes of tamping down on hooliganism.
According to the Citizens Utility Board, it will cost another $12.8 billion to complete the project--$5 billion more than previous estimates.
The 65-year-old actor and stand-up comedian, best known for portraying Joey Gladstone on "Full House," said he first noticed symptoms in October.
An attorney representing a conservative prosecutor struggled Monday to convince Wisconsin's liberal-leaning Supreme Court to reactivate the state's 175-year-old abortion ban.
The "Dawson's Creek" alum shared the news on Sunday and said that despite the diagnosis, there is "reason for optimism, and I'm feeling good."
Three patients at the University of Chicago Medicine are in the trial for the treatment.
Some pathogens that contaminate food are even showing up in the U.S. for the first time thanks to climate change.
The nonprofit Far South Community Development Corporation is working to create everlasting change—and has a vision specifically for the commercial corridor at 115th and Halsted streets.
Wonder Group, a New York-based food ordering company that touts "fast fine" dining, is set to be Grubhub's new owner.
Foxtrot will be pouring free drip coffee between 6 a.m. and 10 a.m. at the Fulton Market location to celebrate the reopening.
Mayor Brandon Johnson was asked about the proposal Tuesday afternoon.
Ald. Ronnie Mosley (21st) said the closure is a breaking of a promise that Aldi would remain in the neighborhood.
The IBA also gave out the Silver Dome Awards at its luncheon Wednesday.
The 65-year-old actor and stand-up comedian, best known for portraying Joey Gladstone on "Full House," said he first noticed symptoms in October.
John Krasinski is People magazine's Sexiest Man Alive for 2024. The magazine announced the actor-writer-director as its pick during "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert."
After nearly two decades in the city, organizers posted on social media that they are "deeply grateful to the City of Chicago."
Mattel apologizes for inadvertently directing people to pornography site instead of one promoting upcoming film.
The event is planned for Humboldt Park. It follows a Timothée Chalamet lookalike contest in New York City recently.
Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon has your 10 p.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024.
A Michelin-starred taqueria in Mexico City joined up with a Chicago taqueria for the offering Wednesday, and foodies stood in line for hours. Charlie De Mar reports.
Ladies of Virtue is a nonprofit dedicated to empowering and mentoring young Black girls.
CBS News Chicago reported Tuesday night on an Aldi that abruptly closed in the West Pullman neighborhood this past weekend—leaving residents with one less option for their shopping. But as Darius Johnson reports, a new investment is coming to the community—$200 million, to be exact.
Deputies found garbage, rotten food, soiled diapers and clothes, medical waste, and a great deal of evidence of drug use in the family's house, the Will County Sheriff's office said.
Residents' finances are stretched to the max, and they are reaching out to say enough has not been done to finalize repairs and get them back into their homes.
Police believe the shooting took place inside the home.
The undercover officer, a 32-year veteran of the force, suffered non-life-threatening injuries
But the nonprofit Far South Community Development Corporation is working to create everlasting change—and has a vision specifically for the commercial corridor at 115th and Halsted streets.
Residents' finances are stretched to the max, and they are reaching out to say enough has not been done to finalize repairs and get them back into their homes.
Caitlin Tracey's family did not want her husband to have her remains because of a history of domestic violence allegations.
Robin McElroy said she loves everything about her Morgan Park home—except for the panic-inducing surprises she has been getting in the mail about her supposedly unpaid taxes.
Since the teen was brought back into custody in the last week, instead of a "more secure placement," he has been placed in an unsecured shelter.
Over the last year, the ADL locally has tracked a 300% increase in the number of antisemitic incidents in Chicago.
Illinois has started a season 3-0 for the fourth time under Brad Underwood, and the second time in three seasons after starting the 2022-23 season 4-0.
Johnson had 104 yards rushing on 21 carries. Williams ran nine times for 101 yards that included a 71-yard touchdown run that ended the scoring with 7:56 remaining.
The Bulls led by as many as 22 in the third quarter, but the Knicks rallied and went ahead 123-121—and nearly won.
Wednesday was the first practice for Thomas Brown as offensive coordinator after taking over for the fired Shane Waldron.
The signs of success can be found all around Indiana's campus these days.
Deputies found garbage, rotten food, soiled diapers and clothes, medical waste, and a great deal of evidence of drug use in the family's house, the Will County Sheriff's office said.
No one was in custody late Wednesday.
Fmr. Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan stands trial on federal bribery, conspiracy, racketeering, and wire fraud.
The crew broke in a little after 4 a.m. stealing bottles of alcohol and then returned a second time later.
The victim was taken to an area hospital. It was not believed that anyone was in custody late Wednesday.
