4 dead in mass shooting on Chicago's Southside
Four people were fatally shot and four others were injured in an early morning shooting on Chicago's Southside.
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Four killed, four injured in shooting at Chicago home
Three women and one man were killed when gunshots rang out following an argument early Tuesday, police say.
Mass shooting at bar in Austin, Texas
14 people were injured early Saturday in a mass shooting at a bar in downtown Austin, Texas. Police have one suspect in custody but another remains at large.
1 killed, 9 injured in shooting on Chicago's South Side, police say
One witness caught the shooting on camera during a Facebook Live.
Ways to reduce gun violence
Friday is National Gun Violence Awareness Day, the start of a weekend of activism against gun violence. Lance Williams, a professor of urban community studies at Northeastern Illinois University in Chicago spoke to CBSN's Tanya Rivero about the steps he sees as effective in combating gun violence.
Illinois lawmaker on teaching AAPI history
Illinois is expected to become the first state to require teaching Asian American history in public schools. Illinois State Representative Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz joins Elaine Quijano on CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss the Teaching Equitable Asian American Community History Act, which she co-sponsored.
Chicago announces new foot-chase policy after police shootings
The new policy comes in the wake of foot pursuits that ended in the fatal shooting by police earlier this year of Adam Toledo, 13, and Anthony Alvarez, 21.
New Chicago Cubs announcer makes history
A new voice is filling Wrigley Field, home to the Chicago Cubs. The team's new public address announcer is 21-year-old Jeremiah Paprocki. He's making history as the first Black and youngest PA announcer. CBS News correspondent Adriana Diaz speaks with him about how he landed his dream job thanks to his mother's love of the game.
Student becomes Cubs’ first Black PA announcer
At 21-years-old, it’s not just Jeremiah Paprocki’s young age that makes him stand out as the Chicago Cubs' public address announcer. Paprocki is also making history as the team’s first ever Black public address announcer. Adriana Diaz has more.
Immersive Van Gogh exhibit thriving
The Immersive Van Gogh exhibit in Chicago is quickly becoming the city's main attraction. The exhibit has been a hit everywhere it has traveled, even amid the pandemic. Adriana Diaz has more.
"The voters are coming" - Cameron Kasky
Parkland shooting survivor Cameron Kasky urged the DC crowd to educate themselves, register to vote and prepare to vote out legislators who fail to act on gun violence. Kasky said that the younger generation would act where older generations had failed. "Don't worry, we got this," he said.
Cops: Kids given melatonin gummy bears
Three daycare workers in Chicago who allegedly gave melatonin-laced gummy bears to toddlers before nap time have been arrested.
Dad charged in toddler’s death
Police in Chicago say Rolando Ortiz slashed the throat of his 2-year-old son, Mateo Garcia Aguayo, nearly severing the boy’s head, because the child was keeping him from getting sleep. Charlie De Mar reports for CBS Chicago.
Chicagoan on gun violence
Cobe Williams, who grew up in Chicago’s South Side and witnessed gun violence throughout his life, now helps curb violence in his city with Cure Violence. The former gang member talks to CBS News’ Bianna Golodryga about mental health and why detecting early warning signs are so important in preventing such tragedies.
Chicago mourns slain police commander
Paul Bauer, a 31-year veteran of the force, was shot and killed Tuesday when he tried to capture a suspect fleeing other officers.
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Chicago officer killed
A veteran police officer in Chicago was shot and killed Tuesday, when he joined officers trying to apprehend a fleeing suspect. Cmdr. Paul Bauer, 53, was a 31-year veteran of the force.
Midwest snow shuts down schools
Chicago got its first big snowfall of the season, resulting in slippery roads and canceled flights. CBS News correspondent Dean Reynolds takes a close look at the conditions.
Grandma uses chess to end gun violence
A Chicago grandma is trying to reduce gun violence by introducing neighborhood children to chess. Adriana Diaz tells us more about this game changer.
Grandmother helps the community
When Raydell Lacey lost her 19-year-old grandson to gun violence two years ago, she vowed to take action. Now, CBS News correspondent Adrianna Diaz is seeing how she's impacting the community.
Chicago cop in bar fight
Chicago police officer Robert Rialmo has been on desk duty since fatally shooting Quintonio LeGrier and Bettie Jones in 2015. Rialmo has been charged with battery and theft after punching a man and allegedly stealing his jacket during a bar fight captured on video. Dana Kozlov of CBS station WBBM-TV reports.
Greyhound bus chase
A man is in custody after he allegedly made threats aboard a Greyhound bus traveling from Milwaukee to Chicago Friday night. Police stopped the bus by flattening its tires with spikes spread across I-94 at the Illinois border. About 40 passengers were on board the bus.
Education Secretary says he expects schools to open in fall
Education Secretary Miguel Cardona is pushing for all schools to return to in-person learning by September. Chicago Teachers Union Vice President Stacy Davis Gates joins CBSN to discuss the Biden administration's timeline for schools to reopen, if teachers are getting vaccinated quickly enough to make that timeline possible and the future of remote learning.
Group empowers Chicago teens
Chicago is one of the most segregated cities in America, but the initiative My Block, My Hood, My City is bridging that divide by empowering teens to explore the world beyond their immediate neighborhoods. Adriana Diaz reports.
What’s driving the violence?
Chicago Violence Reduction Strategy's Chris Mallette explains some of the issues that have contributed to Chicago’s recent uptick in violence.
White House tells agencies to prepare for layoffs if government shuts down
The Trump administration is raising the stakes as Congress faces a looming deadline to pass a government funding bill.
Federal prosecutors near decision on whether to charge James Comey, sources say
Federal prosecutors are considering asking a grand jury to indict former FBI Director James Comey, sources say.
ICE head says deadly Dallas facility shooting was an "indiscriminate" attack
Todd Lyons, head of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, said the shooter "fired indiscriminately" into the ICE field office in Dallas and vehicles stationed there.
Syria's president warns Israel's actions could alienate U.S. allies
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa told CBS News that Israel's actions put "the interests of the U.S. and its strategic allies at risk."
Trump alleges "triple sabotage" at U.N. after escalator and teleprompter freeze up
A malfunctioning escalator and teleprompter at the United Nations' headquarters drew President Trump's frustration.
Judge rules Trump admin. can't require states to cooperate with ICE to get FEMA grants
The Trump administration faced a legal setback in its push to cut off funding to "sanctuary" cities and states
Deadly shooting at Dallas ICE facility investigated by FBI as targeted attack
One person was killed and two people are in critical condition after a shooting at a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) field office in Dallas, authorities said.
Travis Decker, accused of killing 3 daughters, declared dead by U.S. Marshals
Decker, a 32-year-old former Army soldier, was accused in May of killing his three daughters, 9-year-old Paityn Decker, 8-year-old Evelyn Decker and 5-year-old Olivia Decker.
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U.S. intelligence leads to capture of alleged baby trafficking ringleader
The case underscores Washington's intensified targeting of Mexican cartels and marks an expansion in the way U.S. counterterrorism policy is applied.