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The mayor of North Chicago said he has heard from officials at Naval Station Great Lakes that it will serve as a base for hundreds of federal agents in the upcoming immigration crackdown.
In Lake County, Illinois, people have been warned about possible arrests.
In Lake County, Illinois, people have been warned about possible arrests. Victor Jacobo reports.
Two men were injured in a jet ski crash on Gages Lake, Lake County, Illinois, law enforcement officials said Monday.
The 3 ½-year-old boy had been run over by an industrial-style lawnmower, resulting in a serious injury to his leg, sheriffs said.
Two parents have been arrested in Fox Lake, Illinois, after investigators found their children and pets living in squalor, and their father in possession of child pornography, police said.
The Lake County Sheriff's Office said K9 Zack will be performing sweeping duties for firearms and explosives at schools and other public buildings.
Initial reports indicated that a Nissan Altima was traveling eastbound on Big Hollow Road when it hit the victim, who had been walking in the roadway.
The sheriff's office said 71 LG ovens and dryers were found at the man's home in Barrington, Illinois.
Police say the appliances were stolen from a Lockport warehouse in February.
The Lake County Sheriff's Office said they arrested a man for allegedly dealing meth at a North Chicago, Illinois home that also housed a home day care.
The office said just before 6 a.m. on July 27, deputies responded to the intersection of Green Bay Road and Sallmon Avenue in Beach Park for a report of a downed motorcycle and rider in the roadway.
McHenry County, Illinois Sheriff's police tried to stop a man suspected of approaching a pair of teenage girls while wearing a mask near Cary Tuesday, only for the man to turn a gun on himself.
A man has been charged with driving under the influence of cannabis in a crash that killed his 5-year-old son and critically injured his 2-year-old son last year in Beach Park, Illinois.
The motorcyclist, a 19-year-old man, was pronounced dead at the scene, deputies said.
During the investigation, Arias Jr. allegedly sold drugs to undercover detectives several times, within 500 feet of an elementary school, authorities said.
Jose Luis Mendoza-Gonzalez faces several charges for allegedly hiding Megan Bos' body. None of those charges rose to the level of severity to warrant detainment in Illinois.
Jose Mendoza-Gonzalez faces several charges for allegedly hiding Megan Bos' body, but none of those charges rose to the level of severity to warrant detainment in Illinois, and Bos' mother wants to a change to the guidelines. Sara Machi reports.
The Lake County, Illinois Sheriff's office said it launched its boat, as well as numerous drones, in the search for the 14-year-old boy.
The Lake County Sheriff's deputies responded to Route 173 near Crawford Road in Old Mill Creek, Illinois, for a traffic crash with injuries.
The Lake County Health Department reported the first human case of West Nile virus in Lake County for the year. The infected resident is in their 70s and became sick in early July, health officials confirmed.
The Antioch, Illinois, family said they wanted to share their story so others don't make the same mistake.
Six beaches in Lake and McHenry counties were affected.
The Illinois Department of Public Health regularly tests the water to determine when beaches are safe to reopen.
When the suspects arrived at a Gurnee-area hotel and offered money for sexual acts, they were arrested and taken to the Lake County Jail, sheriffs said.
The CEO of the museum hopes the full outdoor space and mosaic wall will invite people to gather, learn, and celebrate Puerto Rican culture.
The Bears/Vikings game kicks off at 7:15 p.m.
Victor Jacobo is a reporter for CBS News Chicago who joined the team in August 2025. Victor is a born-and-raised Chicagoan and is excited to return home after spending more than a decade as a journalist in other markets.
As the Department of Homeland Security officially announced a ramped-up immigration enforcement effort in Chicago, local community groups said the ICE operation is more about stoking fear than making the city safer.
Olasinmibo "Sinmi" Abodede of Naperville was first reported missing on July 30.
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.
The Supreme Court froze a lower court order that prevented immigration authorities from stopping people without reasonable suspicion that they are in the U.S. unlawfully.
President Trump's administration asked the Supreme Court on Monday to allow it to freeze billions of dollars in foreign aid funding.
Mayor Brandon Johnson called for the hearing specifically focused on antisemitism amid a troubling trend in Chicago.
The group called for federal investment in such schools, health care, and violence reduction programs rather than troops.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Shoppers can check out Canadian retailer "Just Cozy" and seasonal favorite "Spirit Halloween." Sandwich shop "Hangry Cluck" opens in November. "Off the Rax" and “Primark” open later this year.
Faith leaders in Chicago were pushing back Monday against President Trump's decision to send more immigration agents to Chicago, and his apparent threat to send in troops.
Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon shares when those warmer temps will return to the city.
A new mosaic wall was under wraps until Monday. The piece is called "El Llamado" or "The Call."
A 2-year-old boy has died after he accidentally shot himself on Monday afternoon in the Chatham neighborhood on the South Side of Chicago.
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.
As the Department of Homeland Security officially announced a ramped-up immigration enforcement effort in Chicago, local community groups said the ICE operation is more about stoking fear than making the city safer.
A 2-year-old boy has died after he accidentally shot himself on Monday afternoon in the Chatham neighborhood on the South Side of Chicago.
The Chicago Bears and Minnesota Vikings will face off in an NFC North clash on Monday night at Soldier Field, marking the season opener for both teams.
The CEO of the museum hopes the full outdoor space and mosaic wall will invite people to gather, learn, and celebrate Puerto Rican culture.
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.
The man accused in the attacks has a long record of being arrested, prosecuted, and then quickly being set free to attack again.
With an enforcement blitz by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement anticipated in the coming days, more people could be in immigration custody are in need of legal help.
This Labor Day weekend was much more violent than those of recent years — driven in part by mass shootings.
In their clearest signal yet that they plan to build a new stadium in Arlington Heights, the Bears sent season ticket holders a letter saying they hope to break ground soon so they can bid to host a Super Bowl as early as 2031.
The Chicago Bears and Minnesota Vikings will face off in an NFC North clash on Monday night at Soldier Field, marking the season opener for both teams.
The team announced Friday that Angel Reese was suspended for the first half of Sunday's game for making comments "detrimental to the team." It was announced at halftime that she would not play in the second half due to a back injury.
Lenyn Sosa homered and drove in three runs as the Chicago White Sox beat the Detroit Tigers 6-4 on Sunday afternoon.
The Cubs entered the ninth leading 3-1, but Palencia (1-6) failed to retire any of the five National hitters he faced before leaving with right shoulder tightness.
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.
The woman accused of firing the gun was taken into custody, police said.
The SWAT team was able to locate the man and arrest him without incident, police said.
Police were called to the scene to find a 21-year-old man outside unresponsive with a gunshot wound to the head. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
The teenage boy was shot three times in the body and was left in critical condition, while the woman was shot twice in the right leg and was reported in fair condition.
