DA: It's too early to know how woman died in jail cell
Texas prosecutor says case of woman found hanging in jail cell after arrest following traffic stop is being examined as thoroughly as a murder investigation
Illinois
Independent autopsy performed in woman's jail cell death
Authorities say 28-year-old Sandra Bland hanged herself after being arrested for allegedly kicking an officer during a traffic stop; Family and friends question that account
Is an Ill. caregiver wrongfully convicted of murder?
Melissa Calusinski is serving time for the murder of a toddler in her care -- now, new evidence calls into question how the child died
Illinois high school faces pressure to drop "Midgets" nickname
Little People of America argue the nickname for the school mascot is derogatory and they want to see it change
Chief: Toy gun incident could have been "tragic"
Suburban Chicago police chief says officers would have been justified to shoot 3 boys with fake Airsoft rifles: "It was a very close call"
Will new evidence free convicted day care worker?
Melissa Calusinski was convicted of killing a toddler in her care, but newly discovered evidence calls into question how the child died
Back in brown: American bison return to the Midwest
More than 200 years after the last wild Bison was killed in in Illinois, a herd is back roaming around and helping to restore precious land
Driving too slow? You could be slapped with $1000 fine
If you're heading out on the highway, buckle up for change: More states are joining the 38 that already have laws for lingering in the left lane
Scammers using medical records to fool Ill. victims
The ruse starts when you get a call from someone who knows about your medical records and medications, and could lead to emptying out your bank account
Sexual misconduct allegations shock Capitol Hill
Law enforcement sources say hush money accusations against former House speaker involve misconduct with male student
Dennis Hastert allegedly paid to conceal sexual misconduct
Law enforcement source tells CBS News allegations stem from misconduct with a former male student before Hastert became House Speaker
Ex-cop Drew Peterson appeals murder conviction
Former suburban Chicago police Sgt. Drew Peterson seeks to overturn conviction for killing his third wife, claiming mistakes involving hearsay evidence and by his former attorney
Cops: Grandmother killed five cats with hammer
Illinois woman, 71, reportedly told police grandkids would lose their pets if they didn't clean their rooms
Chicago votes to pay millions over police torture
Unanimous city council vote approving reparations means dozens of torture victims from as far back as the 1970s could get thousands each from the city
Trucker gets prison for fatal crash blamed on fatigue
Truck driver was convicted in Illinois for being at the wheel too many hours, and driving tired
Ill. cop cleared in shooting death of Rekia Boyd
Rekia Boyd, 22, was shot to death in 2012 after officer Dante Servin approached a group at a Chicago park
Caretakers of Lincoln's tomb "scared to death" amid cuts, criticism
Harsh critique and looming budget cuts could threaten historic site, even as nation marks 150th anniversary of Lincoln's death
Ex-cop who killed third wife has another trial date
Drew Peterson, former suburban Chicago police sgt., allegedly plotted to kill prosecutor who put him behind bars
Man reunited with dog after losing wife, home in tornado
Facebook page created in the hopes of reuniting Illinois families with their pets that may have run off when the tornadoes hit
Residents assess what's left after deadly tornado
"It's just a house," says one survivor of Illinois storm while others wait to return to their homes
Authorities: Little girl's dad left her in trash can
Initial investigation finds father put girl, 3, in suburban Chicago trash can near forest preserve and drove away
Tornado shatters Illinois town
Deadly tornado tears through Illinois killing at least two people and wiping out Fairdale, Illinois
Deadly tornado tears through tiny Illinois town
Rescue crews sifting through rubble after funnel damaged every single structure in Fairdale
At least 1 killed as tornadoes wreak havoc in Illinois
Large tornado touches down in northern Illinois, leaving at least 1 person dead and causing significant damage to several communities
Fatal police shooting of teen sparks protests and questions
Family members say the shooting death of a 17-year-old in Zion, Ill., teen was unwarranted, but a police account may shed some light
Israel and Hamas reach deal to release all hostages, Trump says
The announcement comes days after he presented a 20-point peace plan aimed at ending the war in Gaza.
Senate votes fail again as government shutdown drags on
The government shutdown stretched into Day 9 on Thursday as another round of Senate votes failed to advance funding bills.
Hearing on tap as 500 National Guard troops deployed in Chicago area
A federal judge is expected to rule on Thursday on a request from the governor and mayor to block the troop deployment.
Senate votes down war powers resolution aimed at blocking Trump's boat strikes
Senate Democrats forced a vote under the War Powers Act aimed at blocking continued U.S. strikes on alleged drug-carrying boats off the coast of Venezuela.
New DoD credential restrictions send "message of intimidation," press corps says
The Pentagon Press Association said its negotiations with the Defense Dept. over new restrictions "have not been as successful as we had hoped."
Colombian president alleges U.S. bombed boat from his country; White House denies
The president of Colombia alleged the U.S. military struck a boat carrying Colombian citizens — which the White House vehemently denied.
Ex-FBI chief James Comey pleads not guilty to charges of lying to Congress
Former FBI Director James Comey, a longtime foe of President Trump, appeared in Virginia for an arraignment, in his first court appearance since he was charged.
Florida man arrested for allegedly starting deadly Palisades Fire
The Palisades Fire burned more than 23,000 acres and killed at least 12 people in January.
Tropical Storm Jerry churns over central Atlantic Ocean
Tropical Storm Jerry continued to churn over tropical waters of the central Atlantic Ocean and could become a hurricane.