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Investigators are looking into what started those flames.
Flames broke out around noon in one of the apartments near 52nd and Blackstone.
Police say in each incident, an armed man would approach the victim who was walking on the sidewalk, display a handgun, and demand their belongings before fleeing the scene on foot.
The workers were on the site for a new cancer care and research pavilion at the University of Chicago Medical Center.
The whole situation took three years and still hasn't been resolved.
The event kicked off the Museum of Science and Industry's "Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light" exhibit.
The victim was shot in the thigh and was taken to the University of Chicago Medical Center in an unknown condition.
The city said there are currently 6,500 migrants staying at 16 shelters across the city, and dozens of migrants have been staying at Chicago police stations.
It is a controversial move in the community, after hundreds of neighbors packed a meeting earlier this week to raise concerns about the new shelter. CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey reports.
The move sparked a heated debate Wednesday night between residents and city leaders, with many neighbors demanding that asylum seekers be housed elsewhere.
The way the Hyde Park community learned about the city's decision left a bad taste with so many.
The way the community learned about the city's decision that leaves a bad taste with so many. CBS 2's Jermont Terry reports.
Police sources said the most up-to-date numbers show there are 2,038 migrants living in police districts and Chicago airports.
At some overcrowded Chicago police districts on Wednesday, people's belongings are piled up, kids toys lay on the sidewalk, and there was a wall of suitcases. While some in the community shared their concerns, other neighbors were unhappy with the proposed fixes. CBS 2's Suzanne Le Mignot was at a community meeting in Hyde Park being hosted by an alderman, where they will discuss moving migrants to a hotel in the area.
"We just love to say that a dementia-friendly space is just a friendly space."
It happened just before 6:30 p.m. near this McDonald's on South Lake Park Avenue.
The 18-year-old man was in an alley when someone approached him, pulled out a gun, and shot him in the backside.
"Hyde Park is a special place, and anybody who visits Hyde Park or lives in Hyde Park understands how special this is," said Bill Barstow.
The 4th of July parade through Hyde Park has been happening for more than 30 years, entirely organized by the community.
There were displays of patriotism on Chicago's South Side on Tuesday as the annual 4th on 53rd parade stepped off. And there was one particularly eye-catching outfit.
CBS 2's Shardaa Gray spoke with organizers who are planning a huge festival.
The theater was closed for several weeks due to renovations
The theater was closed for several weeks due to renovations - including heated recliner seats and a new menu.
The two-day event celebrating hip-hop and notable Chicago brands features food, vendors, and live music.
Police have not confirmed if the burglaries were connected.
Local Latino organizations will hold a rally on Thursday afternoon to protest the Trump Administration.
The Chaos Divers team travels the country looking for cars involved in cold cases. This week, they have been traveling the Chicago River system.
The Braves scored four times on four hits and a walk in the seventh after Cubs rookie Cade Horton and reliever Ben Brown did not give up a hit through six innings.
The two-time WNBA All-Star told The Chicago Tribune that she "might have to move in a different direction and do what's best for me" if the team doesn't improve its outlook.
Vice President JD Vance said Wednesday the federal government has "no immediate plans" to send National Guard forces to Chicago, an idea floated by President Trump.
Chicago's Metropolitan Peace Initiatives is running table exercises and trainings to learn how to encounter federal agents should they come to Chicago.
Gov. Pritzker said he believes the Trump administration has chosen to drastically ramp up immigration enforcement in September because of the city's Mexican Independence Day celebrations.
President Trump suggested he's planning to send National Guard troops to Chicago, in what could be the latest salvo in his controversial push to use federal forces to address crime.
Gov. JB Pritzker on Tuesday said the Trump administration has begun preparations to deploy National Guard troops in Chicago, including members of the Texas National Guard.
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.
The Chicago Breast Cancer Research Consortium is a first-of-its-kind collaboration, uniting all three nationally recognized hospitals to work on research together.
Health experts said they are concerned that the new guidelines set this week by the FDA will create extra steps and potential obstacles to get the shot.
Illinois is one of 20 states now suing the Trump administration for withholding grant money for crime victims. In Illinois, $54 million goes to provide services for crime victims. Workers warn many will now be left behind.
A Chicago rock climber was grounded by a scary medical issue — a cyst in her brain. But a friendly face in the operating room helped Sophie Lin get to the gym again.
With school starting next week for thousands of students, health officials are urging parents to get their kids vaccinated.
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.
A Wisconsin man has pleaded guilty to smuggling lab equipment to Russian companies in violation of U.S. sanctions.
The choir has been making Chicago proud with their run on "America's Got Talent," and this week, voters advanced them to the semifinals.
The sold-out show kicked off at 7:30 p.m. Chicago is one of only three U.S. cities on the band's world tour.
Fans have been eager to learn everything they can ever since Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announced their engagement in a joint post.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announced the news of their engagement with photos on Instagram.
Oasis won't be in Chicago for another two days, but you can get merch from their tour now.
Chicago native and author of “The House on Mango Street” Sandra Cisneros joined Audrina Sinclair ahead of the 40th annual Printers Row Lit Fest. She credits her writing to reading books from the Chicago Public Library with her mom growing up.
A string of burglaries was reported at smoke shops overnight in Chicago. Police have not confirmed if the incidents are connected.
17 people were killed and 21 others were injured when a streetcar derailed in Lisbon, Portugal.
Former Congressman Luis Gutierrez said they will be urging Mexican, Latino, and Chicago residents to push back on the president's threats in a peaceful manner. It's part of the "Don't Take the Bait" campaign.
Meteorologist Laura Bannon is tracking cooler temperatures.
Leaders in west suburban Broadview said federal immigration officials have contacted them, confirming a large-scale enforcement operation beginning soon.
The new boss of the Chicago FBI sat down exclusively with CBS News Chicago to discuss the plummeting crime numbers in the city and what the agency thinks is behind it.
The Chaos Divers team travels the country looking for cars involved in cold cases. This week, they have been traveling the Chicago River system.
Police have not confirmed if the burglaries were connected.
Local Latino organizations will hold a rally on Thursday afternoon to protest the Trump Administration.
This Labor Day weekend was much more violent than those of recent years — driven in part by mass shootings.
Questions have arisen about the future of Illinois' criminal detention system, in light of President Trump's executive order to bring back cash bail.
Anthony Filomena said his firing by the Chicago Blackhawks has made it difficult to find another job in public relations.
In an exclusive interview, a whistleblower said the mental health crews want to work — but are being held back from helping people by limited hours and red tape.
Illinois is one of 20 states now suing the Trump administration for withholding grant money for crime victims. In Illinois, $54 million goes to provide services for crime victims. Workers warn many will now be left behind.
The Braves scored four times on four hits and a walk in the seventh after Cubs rookie Cade Horton and reliever Ben Brown did not give up a hit through six innings.
The two-time WNBA All-Star told The Chicago Tribune that she "might have to move in a different direction and do what's best for me" if the team doesn't improve its outlook.
The Sky (10-30) improved to 6-15 at home, while Connecticut (10-31) dropped to 4-17 on the road this season.
Johnson is hopeful the growth Williams has shown in camp shows up next Monday night against the Minnesota Vikings.
The Chicago Stars FC is moving out of Bridgeview, Illinois, and into the north suburbs for their 2026 season.
Alex Tuider walked into his business this past Friday morning to find thieves had used a crowbar to break down the front door and steal $25,000 worth of cards.
One of the seven people who lost their lives to gun violence in Chicago this Labor Day weekend had become a community fixture in the Pilsen neighborhood.
A man broke into three homes between 2 a.m. and 3 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 30, forcing his way through the back door and kitchen window.
In each incident, the robbers targeted lone victims on park property, and ripped away the gold chains or necklaces, police said.
This Labor Day weekend was much more violent than those of recent years — driven in part by mass shootings.