Western Suburbs
Experts Disagree On Best Solution To Keep Coyotes At Bay
Coyote sightings in the western suburbs have increased, and small pets are being targeted by the wild animals. CBS 2′s Bill Kurtis reports.
Severe Thunderstorms Travel Through West Suburbs
The tornado warning was in effect for southeastern DeKalb County, southern Kane County, western Kendall County and northeast LaSalle County until 2:15 p.m.
West Suburban Man Can’t Believe He Fell For Craigslist Scam
A west suburban man says he was scammed by an ad on Craigslist, and he says he cannot believe he fell for it since he’s not a typical victim.
Many Could Be Without Power For Days After Storms
The storms on Sunday produced only dark skies and rumbles of thunder with no rain at all in some areas, but other areas were hit with powerful winds that have left a trail of extensive damage, and power outages that cold last for days.
Chicago Symphony Orchestra Weighs Expanding Into Western Suburbs
The Chicago Symphony Orchestra is taking a hard look at expanding its presence in the western suburbs. But it is not yet time to get in line for tickets.
West Suburban Police: Gangs Are Being Pushed Into Our Towns
West suburban police are complaining about what they call the toothpaste effect – gang members being squeezed out of Chicago and into their communities.
Best Irish Pubs In The Western Suburbs
Everyone’s Irish on St. Patrick’s Day, but what does everyone do on the other 364 days of the year when they’re looking for a little “craic” (good fun in Gaelic)? The Chicago area has almost too many amazing Irish pubs to name. If you ask just about anyone, they will have a favorite hangout, usually located in their own neighborhood…
Pace Adjusting West Suburban Bus Lines
(WBBM/CBS) – Pace is making adjustments to its west suburban bus schedules, effective Sunday. Although minor timing and schedule adjustments affect many routes, there are more substantial changes involving seven routes. Two are being combined […]
Police Bust West Suburban Burglary Ring
Cook County Sheriff’s Police have busted up a burglary ring that targeted homes across the near western suburbs.
Best Spots For Kids In The Western Suburbs
The western suburbs of Chicago stretch from towns that border the city, such as Oak Park and Cicero, to DuPage county behemoths Naperville and Aurora — and cover a lot of ground in between. DuPage […]
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