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Elyssa Kaufman

Elyssa is a digital news producer for CBS Chicago. She covers breaking news while working closely with the morning show producers. Elyssa manages the station's social media sites, and her claim to fame is the CBS Chicago TikTok account.

At least 20 people displaced by fire on Chicago's West Side

At least five of the residents are under 18 years old.

Mar 1

1 killed, 1 injured in fiery head-on crash in Barrington Hills

A 46-year-old woman in the SUV was taken to Good Shepherd Hospital in serious condition.

Feb 29

Lurie Children's Hospital investigating claims "Rhysida" could be behind ransomware attack

Earlier this month, the hospital confirmed it experienced a cyberattack from an outside threat.

Feb 28

Storm rips off part of roof from apartment building in Chicago suburb

The Mundelein Fire Department worked late into the night to help the victims.

Feb 28

FedEx truck driver dies after being thrown from vehicle during fiery crash in north Chicago suburb

Illinois State Police said the impact of the crash caused the driver to be thrown from the vehicle near the exit ramp to Lake Cook Road.

Feb 27

26-year-old man dead after shooting in northwest Chicago suburb

Witness Cia Zervos told CBS 2 she heard three gunshots.

Feb 26

School Spotlight: Downers Grove South High School

Take a look inside everything from academics to school spirit.

Feb 23

Man shot and killed inside Subway restaurant on Chicago's South Side

Police are searching for the shooter.

Feb 23

2 women injured after SUV crashes into garage in Auburn Gresham

An SUV crashed into the side of a garage in Chicago's Auburn Gresham neighborhood.

Feb 22

Driver of stolen U-Haul killed after truck crashes into Little Calumet River

Hammond police also confirmed that a female passenger was also in the U-Haul at the start of the pursuit but jumped from the vehicle during the chase.