Private security comes to Chicago's Fulton Market; some neighbors want more police
Neighborhood groups have been pushing for such a measure – btu they say they did not hire the private security. CBS 2's Jermont Terry reports.
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Neighborhood groups have been pushing for such a measure – btu they say they did not hire the private security. CBS 2's Jermont Terry reports.
Prosecutors laid out the events leading up to Clarence Johnson allegedly stabbing his coworker, Francois Swain, to death on Wednesday at the City Winery.
Clarence Johnson, 41, of Bellwood – was charged Thursday night with one count of first-degree murder in the stabbing that killed Francois Reed-Swain, 47.
The victim, a 47-year-old man, was stabbed with a knife by a 41-year-old attacker around 5 p.m. at the West Loop concert venue. CBS 2's Marybel Gonzalez reports.
Chicago police said four armed robbers approached the victims, both 22, displayed handguns, and demanded their belongings.
Police say on April 14, a 35-year-old woman was walking northbound on Carpenter Street from Randolph Street when she was approached from behind by the suspect.
Chicago police said last Sunday, a 35-year-old woman was walking on Carpenter Street from Randolph Street when a man grabbed her from behind.
The robbery spree happened between 5:30 and 6:30 a.m. Thursday morning.
The robbers held up Starbucks and Dunkin' Donuts locations, convenience stores and gas stations, in the city's downtown area, West Loop, Near West Side, and North Center neighborhood. CBS 2's Noel Brennan reports.
No one was hurt, but at least one business in the West Loop had to close for the day.
Violence and drug use on main pedestrian walkways are among the concerns that continue at the viaduct encampments, and people who live and work nearby say nothing has changed despite repeated complaints. CBS 2's Tara Molina reports.
People who live and work nearby say they have serious safety concerns, and also say they have been sounding the alarm for months - but nothing changes.
The kids at The Learning Experience in the West Loop aren't even in kindergarten yet, but they're learning about empathy and kindness at school.
The early childhood education center educates infants through kindergarten.
The residents say the encampment is a source of drugs, violence, and graffiti – and they took their concerns straight to Chicago Police Wednesday night. CBS 2's Jermont Terry reports.
West Loop residents take issue in particular with the blatant drug use and dealings occurring on Lake Street and Fulton Street off Clinton Street.
Ald. Bill Conway (34th) says the West Loop site has had problems with violent crime.
People who live under the viaduct on Lake Street near Clinton Street were told to remove their belongings so crews can start power-washing.
The SVRN streetwear store was hit in a crash-and-grab early Tuesday, and it was the third hit for the store in less than a month. CBS 2's Tara Molina reports.
The owners of the streetwear store say they are considering calling it quits in the city of Chicago. CBS 2's Tara Molina reports.
Aldermen who represent the area and parts nearby said there has been an increase in crime around Clinton and Lake streets, where the shooting happened. CBS 2's Tara Molina reports.
Ald. Bill Conway (34th) says a homeless encampment near where the shooting happened has become a magnet for crime, and the city has failed to take action. CBS 2's Tara Molina reports.
Shields opened the restaurant in the West Loop with his wife in 2016. CBS 2's Suzanne Le Mignot reports.
Chicago police said the shooter walked up to the victim and started yelling before shooting - leaving shell casings on the street and sidewalk.
Chicago police said the shooter walked up to the victim and started yelling before shooting - leaving shell casings on the street and sidewalk.
Nikola Vucevic scored 19 points and 10 assists to lead the Bulls, whose season-high three-game winning streak ended.
Idalia Corcoles' attorneys said she suffered internal bleeding that went untreated for hours after liposuction.
The train was stopped in the town of Hastings, about 20 miles from St. Paul, due to "switch issues," according to Amtrak's train status website.
Crundwell, now 71, admitted to embezzling more than $53 million from the tiny town in western Illinois over 22 years.
Booser went 2-3 with a 3.38 ERA, one save and 43 strikeouts in 43 relief appearances with the Red Sox in his first season in the majors in 2024.
Several City Council members have called the school board's vote to fire Martinez without cause reckless and irresponsible.
Because Martinez was fired without cause, his contract allows him to stay on the job for another six months, and receive 20 weeks of severance pay.
Martinez was at Luther Burbank Elementary, 2035 N. Mobile Ave., as the Special Olympics recognized the school for excellence in inclusive sports programming.
Henyard had named three people to serve as police chief, village administrator, and village attorney without approval from the village board.
Many, including alderpersons and the members of the incoming elected school board, are denouncing the planned agenda.
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.
The oysters were sold as Fanny Bay, Buckley Bay, and Royal Miyagi.
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.
Anyone who has an affected Connie's Pizza in the freezer should either throw it out or bring it back to the store for a refund.
The Chicago-based company is accused of tricking diners about delivery fees, misleading drivers about pay, and listing restaurants on its platform without permission.
Some 13 oz. bags of Lay's Classic Potato Chips may contain an undeclared allergen, according to the snack company.
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services announced Wednesday that it had detected presumptive positive human case of H5N1 in Barron County.
The sisters share a special bond of getting a second chance at life, which they both received at the age of 38 years old.
An even larger investment of $500 million is going toward 10 new outpatient facilities throughout the South Side that will add 85,000 health care appointments each year.
Scientists used the NanoGripper to grab particles from the SARS-CoV2 virus that causes COVID-19.
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.
Owner Eddie Lakin made the announcement Wednesday. He said the last day for the restaurant at 1571 Sherman Ave. would be this coming Saturday, Dec. 21.
This move was anticipated back in the summer, and comes months after the mortgage company Guaranteed Rate changed its name simply to Rate.
Both President Biden and President-elect Trump have vowed to block the $15 billion acquisition on national security grounds.
The bar has been in the ownership of the same family since 1989.
Taylor also played two nights at Ravinia this past June.
Mindy Kaling and Morris Chestnut announced the nominations for the 82nd annual Golden Globes, with 10 nominees revealed live on CBS News.
The lawsuit alleges the unidentified girl was raped at a Video Music Awards afterparty in 2000.
Social media sleuths noticed that the house next door to the iconic "Home Alone" house in Winnetka is now up for sale.
Here are the top songs, artists, and albums streamed on Spotify in Chicago this year, according to communications agency Burson Global.
CBS News Chicago meteorologist David Yeomans has the latest 7-day forecast.
Thirty-six kids from the Boys and Girls Clubs of Chicago have holiday gifts this year, thanks to nurses at Lurie Cancer Center at Northwestern Medicine.
A funeral was held Saturday for 14-year-old Rubi Patricia Vergara, who died in a school shooting in Madison, Wisconsin. A teacher also was killed in the attack.
A man drove into a Texas mall after a 19-mile police chase, hitting four people before officers shot and killed him. A fifth person went to the hospital on their own.
A court has awarded $66 million to the family of a Chicago mother of four who died due to complications from plastic surgery in 2019.
A Level 1 hazardous materials response also was initiated. According to unconfirmed fire dispatch reports, there were explosions inside the building after the fire started.
Several City Council members have called the school board's vote to fire Martinez without cause reckless and irresponsible.
When officers arrived, they saw a gunman shooting at an individual on the ground. The suspect then fired at officers, hitting their squad car.
Nikola Vucevic scored 19 points and 10 assists to lead the Bulls, whose season-high three-game winning streak ended.
Idalia Corcoles' attorneys said she suffered internal bleeding that went untreated for hours after liposuction.
"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 Chicago-based company is accused of tricking diners about delivery fees, misleading drivers about pay, and listing restaurants on its platform without permission.
Now-retired Joliet police Sgt. Javier Esqueda was charged in connection with leaking squad car video of a man who died in Joliet police custody.
Nikola Vucevic scored 19 points and 10 assists to lead the Bulls, whose season-high three-game winning streak ended.
Booser went 2-3 with a 3.38 ERA, one save and 43 strikeouts in 43 relief appearances with the Red Sox in his first season in the majors in 2024.
Tyler Bertuzzi had two goals and an assist, and Connor Bedard added a goal and two assists for the Blackhawks.
Rickey Henderson is widely considered to be one of the best leadoff hitters and base stealers in baseball.
Jeremiyah Love tied the Notre Dame record with a 98-yard touchdown run, Riley Leonard added two more scores and the Fighting Irish shut down the highest-scoring team in the College Football Playoff, overwhelming Indiana 27-17 on Friday night.
With the holidays fast approaching, many Lincoln Parkers want others to be aware and stay safe as they get ready to travel.
It happened around 4 a.m. at Eddie's Market in the 11000 block of South Halsted Street.
Richard Allen was sentenced to 65 years for each death, totaling 130 years in prison.
Sidi Mohamed Abdallahi, 22, had been facing hate crime and terrorism charges in an attack on a Jewish man in late October. He has since died by suicide in custody
Damonte McCorkle is charged with aggravated kidnapping, two counts of aggravated carjacking, and armed robbery.
