Mother of 5 found dead inside house fire with gunshot wounds
Police said around 12:45 a.m., officers on patrol noticed a small fire on the side of a house in the 6400 block of South Damen Avenue.
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Police said around 12:45 a.m., officers on patrol noticed a small fire on the side of a house in the 6400 block of South Damen Avenue.
Van der Sloot, a Dutch national from Aruba, is currently serving a 28-year sentence in Peru for the murder of a different woman.
A man suspected in the attack of a 78-year-old man in Norridge last month has fled the states, according to police. A nationwide arrest warrant was issued for 58-year-old Nassar Khoury for his role in the beating of Najadt Bitar behind his home in broad daylight on April 28.
The Chicago Police Department announced charges against four people in connection to the shooting death of Chicago Police Officer Areanah Preston. During a news conference on Wednesday, Interim Supt. Eric Carter announced first-degree murder charges against the four offenders including three men - Jakwon Buchanan, 18, Joseph Brooks, 19, Trevell Breeland, 19--and Jaylan Fraizer, 16, who will be tried as an adult.
Authorities are investigating to determine whether the deadly incident was intentional.
Francisco Oropesa is accused of killing five neighbors — including a 9-year-old boy.
A judge set bond for Steven Woletz, 46, at $100,000.
An Aurora man was charged with leaving a threatening voicemail message for Gov. JB Pritzker. A judge set bond for Steven Woletz, 46, at $100,000.
One person was injured and one is in police custody after a stabbing at a Target in Chicago's Loop Sunday morning.
A Texas man went next door with an AR-style rifle and began shooting his neighbors after they asked him to stop firing rounds in his yard because they were trying to sleep, authorities said.
A special drug team from the Lake County, Illinois, Sheriff's Office took down an accused drug trafficker with his young child in the car at the time. This is what police said they found both in the car of Javier Franco and at his home.
Police are alerting residents in multiple neighborhoods across the city after a string of carjackings earlier this week. In at least one case, a suspect shot at a victim trying to get away.
U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin delivered a message loud and clear to the U.S. Post Office on Monday: something must be done about the alarming trend of attacks on letter carriers. The crimes don't just harm the postal workers, but everyone on their routes. CBS 2's Marie Saavedra looked into three solutions that could help.
"It was pretty shocking to know that it was a 3-year-old that was a victim of gun violence."
The 14-year-old wrestler who punched his opponent after he lost a match at an event in Oak Park earlier this month was cited with assault under a local ordinance.
Zacharie Brown, 29, pleaded guilty to multiple cases based on crimes he committed in 2021.
Two teenage girls are facing charges after robbing two women just a day apart in the Loop this week. The girls, 13 and 15, were arrested on Wednesday around 7:40 p.m., in the 0-100 block of West 79th Street.
A Bolingbrook mans was sentenced to 13 years in prison on Wednesday after pleading guilty to breaking into multiple homes, an other crimes including residential burglary, attempted sexual abuse, and unauthorized videotaping of victims, including minors.
The group is demanding state leaders provide more support to the victims and families of violent crimes.
A correctional officer at Cook County Jail has been charged with beating an inmate who had requested a medical evaluation in December 2021. Reginald Roberson, 52, has been charged with aggravated battery and official misconduct. As CBS 2's Marissa Perlman reported, it was the second announcement of charges against a Cook County corrections officer in as many days.
The Chicago Police Department has opened an internal investigation into officers' response to an attack in the Loop on Saturday night. A couple was visiting from South Carolina and walking downtown, trying to find a restaurant. Video circulating online shows they were cornered outside of Macy's.
A Chicago police officer was left permanently disabled after being dragged and thrown from a car. He told CBS 2's Tara Molina exclusively that he just wants to move on with his life, but the case against the man who dragged him is dragging through court.
The senator met with postal workers on Tuesday to talk about recent armed robberies on delivery routes.
A man was beaten before being carjacked on the Northwest Side Tuesday morning. Chicago police said around 4 a.m., the victim was at a gas station, in the 1600 block of North Western Avenue, when he was approached by a group of men who began to batter him.
The ComEd bribery trial entered it's sixth week on Monday with former CEO Anne Pramaggiore back on the witness stand in her own defense, a rare move in a federal trial.
Ian Happ homered and Michael Busch doubled for the Cubs, who have won four of five and lead for the top NL wild card.
Chicago police said Shannon Stephens, 23, and Jamarion Gray, 21, robbed the passenger while on a Red Line train early Friday morning.
Chicago police said Jaden Hollinsworth, 20, and Omarion Lloyd, 20, are facing multiple charges after they allegedly robbed a 43-year-old man on Saturday.
Edgar remained active in political and economic matters in Illinois in the more than 25 years since he left public office.
Aaron Jaffe — a renowned former Illinois state lawmaker, judge and chairman of the Illinois Gaming Board — passed away last week.
Edgar remained active in political and economic matters in Illinois in the more than 25 years since he left public office.
Aaron Jaffe — a renowned former Illinois state lawmaker, judge and chairman of the Illinois Gaming Board — passed away last week.
The ICE agent who was injured in Franklin Park, Illinois, after being dragged by a car has been released from the hospital, Homeland Security officials said.
In an interview on "Fox and Friends" Friday morning, President Trump said he is no longer sending the National Guard to Chicago, saying instead that they'll be deployed to Memphis.
A person has been arrested in connection with the shooting that killed conservative activist Charlie Kirk, sources said.
Some municipalities have decided to keep the tax in place at the municipal level, on the grounds that they need the revenue.
Some local gas stations as of Tuesday afternoon were posting prices of $4 per gallon for regular unleaded, and more than $5 for premium.
Many drivers are as frustrated with the unexplained spike in their auto insurance as they are with congestion on the roads.
The Arlington Heights Village Board on Monday night approved a new 5% streaming tax.
Morton Grove slapped the seller with code violations after the sale to the Hovey family was completed, which prevented them from getting a deed.
Osher Center executive director Dr. Melinda Ring said there are many ways that food impacts all of our lives and health. She explained what using food as medicine looks like.
When it comes to speaking to kids about current events such as immigration enforcement, and concerns they may have about friends of themselves, what do you say?
The Chicago Department of Public Health said that life expectancy has grown in Chicago for the third consecutive year — reaching 78.7 years in 2023.
Four physicians, who recently resigned from the CDC in protest, tell "Sunday Morning" they believe HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is jeopardizing the nation's public health.
The Chicago Breast Cancer Research Consortium is a first-of-its-kind collaboration, uniting all three nationally recognized hospitals to work on research together.
Chicago-based sandwich maker Potbelly is being acquired by the gas station and convenience store chain RaceTrac for $566 million.
The other two American Science & Surplus stores, in the west Chicago suburb of Geneva and in Milwaukee, may stay open as employee-owned and operated businesses.
The private equity firm Sycamore Partners has completed its acquisition of Walgreens, ending the drugstore chain's run as a publicly traded company.
Accessories retailer Claire's just revealed a list of hundreds of stores it will close as part of its Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings.
A company that installs license plate-detecting cameras to aid law enforcement has halted operations with federal agencies because of ongoing concerns among officials in Illinois and elsewhere.
Don't miss a moment of the 2025 Emmys. Here's how to watch the action live, from the red carpet to the awards show.
At the first showing of "Ashland Avenue," every audience member got a commemorative gift — and one person got a "Golden Ticket," or two free season passes.
Rick Davies, lead singer and co-founder of Supertramp, has died of cancer at 81. The British band says he left "an indelible mark on rock music history."
Want to watch the 2025 VMAs live tonight? Here's how to catch the red carpet interviews and star-studded performances.
The choir has been making Chicago proud with their run on "America's Got Talent," and this week, voters advanced them to the semifinals.
Osher Center executive director Dr. Melinda Ring said there are many ways that food impacts all of our lives and health. She explained to Suzanne Le Mignot what using food as medicine looks like.
The White House revealed some startling numbers when it comes to suicide and depression among young people in a recent Make America Healthy Again report. Licensed clinical therapist and school psychologist Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge told Suzanne Le Mignot it is not surprising that social media is one of the driving forces.
Licensed clinical therapist and school psychologist Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge said it’s important to provide both comfort and reassurance. She spoke with Suzanne Le Mignot.
The visit by Secretary Rubio comes as President Trump wrote a letter to NATIO over the war between Ukraine and Russia. Cristian Benavides reports.
Suzanne Le Mignot and her sister, Claudine, recently celebrated the 78th birthday of their mother, Norma Le Mignot, in Florida. Meanwhile, Brandon Roux took an architectural boat cruise on the Chicago River with his son and his sister.
Edgar remained active in political and economic matters in Illinois in the more than 25 years since he left public office.
The undocumented father shot and killed by an ICE agent in Franklin Park, Illinois, only had a history of minor traffic violations, not a criminal record, according to his attorney.
Organizers of the parade said keeping it going shows the community's commitment to heritage and cultural resilience.
Chicago police said Shannon Stephens, 23, and Jamarion Gray, 21, robbed the passenger while on a Red Line train early Friday morning.
Chicago police said Jaden Hollinsworth, 20, and Omarion Lloyd, 20, are facing multiple charges after they allegedly robbed a 43-year-old man on Saturday.
What do barbecued monkey, ostrich eggs, and whale meat sausage have in common? They've all recently been seized by U.S. Customs and Border Protection specialists at O'Hare Airport.
West Garfield Park residents are excited to learn that a new EV charging station is coming to their area at the end of the month.
Fear has been spreading fast in Chicago's immigrant community since the Trump administration officially launched its deportation effort, dubbed Operation Midway Blitz.
The Department of Homeland Security on Monday announced plans for ramped-up immigration enforcement in Chicago this week, in an effort dubbed Operation Midway Blitz.
To combat crime in the South Loop, the Cook County Sheriff's Office opened up a substation at Roosevelt and State. However, many were unsure if it had actually opened.
Ian Happ homered and Michael Busch doubled for the Cubs, who have won four of five and lead for the top NL wild card.
The Detroit Lions host the Chicago Bears on Sunday afternoon, with both teams searching for their first win of the 2025-2026 season.
The Detroit Lions will host the Chicago Bears at Ford Field in Week 2 of the 2025 NFL season Sunday. Here's where you can watch.
Ben Meek and assistant Coach Joe Pardun both have types of a rare disorder called neurofibromatosis. The walk helps raise money and awareness about the disorder.
Alonso Martínez scored the go-ahead goal early in the second half and New York City FC beat the Chicago Fire 3-1 on Saturday night.
Shannon Stephens, 23, of Chicago's North Austin neighborhood, and Jamarion Gray, 21, of Hazel Crest, were arrested a block apart shortly after 2 a.m. Friday.
Chicago police said two men were outside near 85th and Sangamon streets when a black sport-utility vehicle pulled up. The men inside started quarreling with the victims and then shot them.
Thabo Bester gained global notoriety in 2023 after his arrest in Tanzania, a year after the dramatic escape from a private prison.
During the traffic stop, investigators found a loaded drum-style ammunition magazine lying out in the open on the center console of a pickup truck, police said. More weapons were later discovered.
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed on Wednesday while speaking an event at Utah Valley University.
