
One Year Later, Family Grieves Robbery Victim
One year ago, Pamela Johnson was struck by a car on Lake Shore Drive while running away from robbers. CBS 2's Jeremy Ross reports.
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One year ago, Pamela Johnson was struck by a car on Lake Shore Drive while running away from robbers. CBS 2's Jeremy Ross reports.
Waddel Adams, 31, faces four felony charges for the murder of 30-year-old Bobby Lloyd, according to Chicago Police.
Dominic Sanders, 30, was charged with first-degree murder, home invasion and armed robbery in connection with the death of Andrea Urban.
A man was convicted Friday of murdering a former professional basketball player in an ambush outside his home.
Dominic Sanders has been charged in the death of Andrea Urban and will appear in court Saturday morning, Hinsdale police and DuPage County prosecutors said late Friday.
Police in west suburban Hinsdale are questioning a suspect in the murder of Andrea Urban early this month, sources tell CBS 2.
Bond was set at $4 million Wednesday for a Chicago man charged with fatally shooting his cousin in northwest suburban Elk Grove Village.
A man convicted at age 15 of killing two eighth-graders in 1995 had his life sentence for the double-murder reduced to a 60-year prison term
A Chicago woman is suing the online classified ad website Backpage.com, saying Backpage is partly responsible for her teenage daughter's death on Christmas Eve.
Two men have been charged with murder in connection with a fatal shooting on the Eisenhower Expressway last year.
Chynna Stapleton was charged with first-degree murder in connection with the death of 19-year-old Tatyanna Lewis.
The judge also ordered a safety plan for Officer Jason Van Dyke's court appearances that "everyone can be proud of" to keep the officer safe
Blair Holt, 16, was killed 10 years ago Wednesday when he protected a friend as a gunman opened fire on a crowded CTA bus.
"Not a day goes by that I don't think about Blair, and – had he lived – what he would be doing. I really hang my hat on that," Ron Holt said
Federal prosecutors are recommending a prison sentence between nine and 11 years for a man tied to the murder of a Chicago socialite in Bali
Anthony Moore is charged with murder and attempted murder in a shooting that left Arshell Dennis III dead and another man seriously wounded.
Chicago police said 18-year-old Anthony Moore is charged with murder in the shooting death of 19-year-old Arshell "Trey" Dennis III.
The man accused of shooting Raymond Myles to death came to the Cook County judge's South Side home a week before the murder, prosecutors say
Earl Wilson is the alleged gunman who shot Raymond Myles outside the judge's home, a police spokesperson announced on Twitter.
Mark Maxson was convicted of the 1992 killing of Lindsey Murdock. He was freed in 2016 after DNA linked Osborne Wade to the killing.
Prosecutors have already charged a suspect who allegedly was an accomplice in the shooting death of Associate Judge Raymond Myles.
Anthony Tillmon, 34, has been charged with first-degree murder in the shooting death of 43-year-old trucker Eduardo Munoz, of Northlake.
Fidel Urbina, 41, had been on the run since March 1998 before Mexican federal authorities arrested him last September.
Jeremiah M. Holt faces charges of first-degree murder, armed robbery, attempted murder and aggravated battery with a firearm.
A 50-year-old man has been charged with murder in the stabbing death of 24-year-old Nicole Gland outside the bar where she worked.
The victims were taken to St. Bernard Hospital and listed in good condition.
Kevin Cullnan, 68, was charged after police said he shot a 55-year-old woman in the right forearm Tuesday night.
Officials said the car was fully engulfed in flames when fire crews arrived.
With Labor Day weekend ahead, the Better Business Bureau is reminding consumers to be cautious of scammers.
Police said 14 people safely escaped the building, and no injuries were reported.
With the school district at odds with the Chicago Teachers Union and its allies on which budget plan to pass, there has been no shortage of last-minute lobbying and jockeying.
Some municipalities have decided to keep the tax in place at the municipal level, on the grounds that they need the revenue.
This summer, many West Side residents had their homes inundated after significant rain on July 25. Some got hit again last week.
Questions have arisen about the future of Illinois' criminal detention system, in light of President Trump's executive order to bring back cash bail.
A coalition of organizers in Chicago were joined by Mayor Brandon Johnson to announce Labor Day rally and march called "Workers Over Billionaires."
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.
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.
Chicago public health officials on Tuesday confirmed the city's first three human cases of West Nile virus in 2025.
Sicknesses creep up with kids being in close quarters in school. With that in mind, a grieving Northwest Indiana family wants to share a message about vaccinating children.
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.
Some of the fans who received the email have long histories with the team, and there are a lot of concerns.
The Board of Trade Museum is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, and is closed on weekends and federal holidays.
Right now, it is not exactly clear how the tax will be passed onto the consumer. But vaping products and popular Zyn pouches will now be subject to a 45% tax — up from 15%.
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.
A Maryland ticket broker is accused of illegally purchasing and reselling hundreds of thousands of tickets for profit, including thousands to Taylor Swift's highly-sought Eras Tour.
President Trump announced this year's "truly exceptional class" of Kennedy Center Honorees and said he will host the annual ceremony himself.
After Wednesday's mass shooting at a Minneapolis Catholic school, many parents are wondering how to address it with their children. Here are some tips for talking about tragedy.
Around 1:30 a.m., flames and smoke were seen pouring from an apartment building in the 7900 block of South Drexel Avenue.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is expected to meet with City Council members on how to handle the National Guard's possible deployment.
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Officials said the car was fully engulfed in flames when fire crews arrived.
With the school district at odds with the Chicago Teachers Union and its allies on which budget plan to pass, there has been no shortage of last-minute lobbying and jockeying.
Officers were pursuing the driver for hitting several Chicago police vehicles.
The victims were taken to St. Bernard Hospital and listed in good condition.
Kevin Cullnan, 68, was charged after police said he shot a 55-year-old woman in the right forearm Tuesday night.
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.
Neighbors in Lincoln Park said mail trucks parked as far as the eye can see along busy Clark Street aren't just taking up valuable parking, but potentially putting students in danger while they walk to school.
Andrew Benintendi hit his 15th home run in the White Sox's fourth.
Now that the competition is over, the Bears are looking for some continuity — especially up front.
Justin Verlander finally won at home for the first time since joining the Giants.
Colson Montgomery homered for the fourth consecutive game, and fellow rookie Kyle Teel had three hits and an RBI for the White Sox.
The Crosstown Classic series will be at Rate Field May 15-17, and Wrigley Field Aug. 17-19.
Officers were pursuing the driver for hitting several Chicago police vehicles.
Police said the incident stemmed from a stolen vehicle pursuit, and the suspect ran off on foot and entered a home.
Two children are dead and more are injured after a shooting at a back-to-school Mass at Annunciation Catholic Church in Minneapolis.
Two young children were killed and 17 others were injured in a shooting during a Catholic Mass packed with young students in south Minneapolis Wednesday morning. The shooter is also dead.
Danya Bell, 29, was charged with one felony count of causing child endangerment and death.