St. Charles
Suburban Man Avoids Bank Account Scam From Phone Hackers
A St. Charles man has avoided being scammed by hackers who apparently commandeered an Alabama telephone number to try to raid bank accounts nationwide.
Cops: Smash-And-Grab Suspect Couldn’t Keep Track Of Burglaries
A 49-year-old Aurora man told investigators he couldn’t remember all the businesses he broke into because “he had committed so many burglaries.”
Cops: Man Accidentally Shot Brother, With 2-Year-Old In The Room
Alejandro Garcia of unincorporated South Elgin, told investigators the shooting took place in a bedroom while the child was present, a statement from the Kane County Sheriff’s office said. The 28-year-old now faces multiple felony charges.
Drivers Get Eyeful After Electronic Road Sign Is Hacked
The sign near Route 25 and Pearson Road displayed the “B-word,” on one side. And on the other: something about snakes – we’ll leave it at that.
Missing St. Charles Woman Last Seen In Michigan
Police in St. Charles say a disoriented 89-year-old woman has been missing from her home since yesterday morning – and was last seen this morning in Michigan.
Police: Man Hit By Truck After Beating Wife’s Friend
A northwest suburban Elgin man was ordered held without bond after he allegedly invaded the home of his estranged wife, used a pipe to beat a man he found there and later was hit by a truck — all on the night of Valentine’s Day.
West Suburban Man’s Joking Texts About Kidnapping Land Him In Jail
A west suburban man was charged after allegedly texting a friend Friday as a joke, to say that he was kidnapped and to contact police.
In The Western Suburbs, Salvation Army Helps Jobless Construction Worker
WBBM Newsradio’s John Cody talks with an unemployed construction worker who has received assistance over the years from the St. Charles Salvation Army Community Center.
Woman Could Get 14 Years For Failing To Stop Boyfriend From Beating Child
A west suburban woman could go to prison for the next 14 years for failing to stop her boyfriend from beating her daughter, who was under 2 years old at the time.
Father Wants To Thank Cab Driver Who Picked Up His Missing Daughter
A St. Charles man wants to find the cab driver he believes delivered his daughter out of harm’s way.
Missing St. Charles Woman Found At Chicago Area Hospital
A missing St. Charles woman has been located at a Chicago area hospital, police said Thursday.
Missing St. Charles Woman Last Seen Near Millennium Park
The search for a missing 20-year-old woman from St. Charles is now concentrated in the Chicago area. because her family says she was last seen at Millennium Park.
Child-Porn Offender Gets 40 More Years For Sexually Assaulting Girl
A northwest suburban man already serving prison time on child pornography charges will be behind bars for a much longer time after being sentenced for the sexual assault of a young girl he knew.
Restrictions On Distribution Frustrate Home Beer Brewers
Brewing beer at home is perfectly legal, but state officials are issuing a reminder that offering homebrew at a public event is not.
Bank Manager Charged With Stealing From 80-Year-Old Man
A suburban bank manager is accused of stealing more than $20,000 from the accounts of an elderly man.
Man, 67, Charged With Sexually Assaulting Nephew’s Girlfriend
A 67-year-old west suburban man who was staying with his nephew has been charged with the sexual assault of the nephew’s girlfriend.
Dog Found Safe After Falling Off Boat In River
A little life vest-wearing dog that slipped off a boat in the Chicago River Sunday evening is back with his owners, after a nearly 24 hour search and the help of some good people.
Couple Asks For Help Finding Dog Who Fell Off Boat On River
A suburban couple is asking for help finding their Pomeranian, after he apparently fell off their boat on the Chicago River on Sunday.
Two Suspects Sought In West Suburban Armed Robbery
Two suspects are being sought for the armed robbery of a man early Saturday in a restaurant parking lot in west suburban St. Charles.
Some Suburbs Reversing Retail Vacancies, Others Stumped
Some suburban malls are looking like ghost towns, but what can communities do to turn the tide? CBS 2′s Kris Gutierrez reports.
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