Boy, 13, shot on Red Line train along Dan Ryan Expressway
Police said the shooting happened in a train car, but did not immediately provide further information.
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Man charged in robbery of $10,000 violin stolen on train in Chicago
Cyrus Spurlock said he was taking the Blue Line to Wicker Park Friday night when his beloved violin was stolen.
Woman injured by stray bullet inside Schaumburg, Illinois home
An investigation found the shots were fired from a residence on the block and a bullet went into he victim's home.
Man found shot to death in Lincoln Park neighborhood
Chicago police said officers responded to a call of a person shot around 10:12 p.m. in the 800 block of West Lill Avenue.
Severe storms possible Thursday night, Friday in Chicago
There's a chance for strong storms Thursday night, with gusty winds and small hail as the main threats.
Man seriously hurt after shooting inside building in Kenmore neighborhood
The victim suffered two gunshot wounds, one to the right thigh and one to the left shin.
22 displaced fire spreads between 2 buildings overnight in Garfield Park
One of the residents said he ran to get his family after he saw the back of their stove was on fire.
Man charged in Kenwood armed carjacking last month
Fredrick Buchanan, 20, was charged with one felony count of aggravated Vehicular Hijacking with a Firearm
Tickets from Chicago connected to grandmother in New York who has no car
A license plate connected to a New York grandmother is linked to speeding and running red lights in Chicago. But that license plate was destroyed years ago.
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Tickets from Chicago connected to grandmother in New York who has no car
A license plate connected to a New York grandmother is linked to speeding and running red lights in Chicago. But that license plate was destroyed years ago.
CPD ramps up downtown patrols for possible teen takeover at Millennium Park
The bigger picture remains how city leaders want to tackle such teen takeovers as the weather warms up heading into summer.
Court reverses sale of Chicago woman's home over property tax mistake
Robin McElroy paid her property tax bills on time for more than a decade, only to be told her home had been "sold for delinquent taxes."
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Trump admin suing Maine for not banning transgender athletes from women’s sports
Last month, the education department determined Maine's Department of Education violated "Title IX" by letting transgender girls take part in female sports teams.
Michelle Trachtenberg cause of death revealed
People magazine reports the New York City Medical Examiner says the actress passed in February because of diabetes complications.
Trump admin could be held in contempt over deportations
This is over the deportation of more than 200 migrants to a prison in El Salvador.
Sheryl Lee Ralph added to Hollywood Walk of Fame
The actress and Broadway star has been performing for more than 40 years.
Fyre Festival 2 postponed
It was planned in Mexico from May 30 to June 2.
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Two-run triple sends Athletics to victory over struggling White Sox
JJ Bleday had three hits, including a double and an RBI single, to help the Athletics win their second straight on a cold night.
Cubs lose as Padres take 2 of 3 in series
The Central-leading Cubs (12-9) took two of three from the Padres at Wrigley Field earlier in the month.
Heat dominate Bulls to advance in Play-In Tournament
Tyler Herro made his first eight shots and was 13 of 19 in the game. The All-Star guard nailed three 3-pointers.
Sox add new theme nights: Juneteenth, Barbie jerseys, "Seinfeld Night"
The Chicago White Sox have announced a slate of new theme nights and special promotions for the 2025 season, and they include a special Juneteenth day party, a Pokemon Go T-shirt giveaway and a special Seinfeld-referencing bobblehead.
Cubs hand Padres 1st loss in 12 home games
Nico Hoerner's triple leading off the 10th inning drove in automatic runner Dansby Swanson for the win for the Cubs.
Tyler Soderstrom hits a pair of 3-run home runs, White Sox get clobbered by Athletics
Soderstrom went deep with nobody out in the first off White Sox starter Sean Burke (1-3) for a 3-0 lead.
Frank Nazar scores 48 seconds into OT give Blackhawks win over Ottawa Senators
The Blackhawks (25-46-11) missed the playoffs for the fifth straight year.
Jill Pizzotti officially introduced as DePaul women's basketball coach
Pizzotti replaced Doug Bruno, who stepped down after 39 years in Lincoln Park.
Duke legend "Coach K" talks Chicago and college hoops exclusively with Ryan Baker
Coach K was back in town Monday to speak at the University of Illinois Chicago's "Chats with the Chancellor" event. Before that, he talked exclusively to CBS News Chicago.
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Veteran Chicago Police dispatcher is ready to hang up her headset after 40 years
Dispatchers like Debra White provide a calming voice, and a lifeline in a time of need, for the people in Chicago and our police officers.
Chicago's Working Bikes gets bicycles to people in need at home and worldwide
But that's not all the team at Working Bikes does. They are also creating economic lifelines for generations.
Harvey Twisters Wrestling Club teaches young people about more than just athletics
For 40 years, kids from five to 14 years old — both boys and girls — have trained and learned the sport with the Harvey Twisters.
Started amid pandemic, community bike exchange is a booming success in River Forest
The fifth annual River Forest Community Bike Exchange is scheduled for this Saturday, April 12.
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Chicago City Council approves ordinance seeking to rein in predatory towing companies
Victims can now file civil lawsuits against rule-breaking tow operators, and police will have the ability to tow away and impound predatory companies' tow trucks.
Judge finds probable cause to hold Trump administration in criminal contempt
Judge James Boasberg said the Trump administration "demonstrated a willful disregard" for his court order blocking the government from transferring Venezuelan migrants to El Salvador under the Alien Enemies Act.
Indiana governor calls for ban on using SNAP benefits for pop, candy
Indiana Gov. Mike Braun unveiled the order as part of his "Make Indiana Healthy Again" initiative on Tuesday.
Alderman to try again to pass earlier downtown curfew after Streeterville shootings
Opponents have said an earlier curfew won't make a difference, and will just push the problem of teen takeovers to other neighborhoods.
Illinois Humanities loses a third of its revenue to DOGE cuts
The mission of Illinois Humanities is to help document local history and tell important stories. Now, the organization has to figure out how to do so with far less money.
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Portillo's new breakfast menu launches at select Chicago's locations
The iconic Chicago chain known for its hot dogs and Italian beef sandwiches launched its brand new breakfast offerings in five restaurants Tuesday morning.
Cook County Board approves eligibility rules for property tax relief program
The application website is expected to open this summer.
Johnsonville recall of cheddar bratwursts includes Minnesota
Johnsonville, LCC is recalling over 22,600 pounds of cheddar bratwurst in 10 states, including Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Settlement reached for Chicago, Denver men in 2019 Boeing 737 MAX8 crash
The law firms Romanucci and Blandin, representing the families of Antoine Lewis, 39, of Chicago, and Mark Lindquist Law, representing Darcy Belanger, 46, of Denver, Colorado, announced the settlement was reached on Sunday night.
$344 million Mega Millions jackpot won in Illinois
A Mega Millions lottery ticket that contained all the winning numbers — bought along the western edge of the Chicago metro area, in DeKalb County — has made someone in Illinois $344 million richer this week.
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Some states want to ban food stamp recipients from buying soda and candy
Some states want to block SNAP recipients from using benefits to buy sugary foods as part of the "make America healthy again" movement.
Large number of measles cases being missed, CDC says
The CDC is now struggling to keep up with requests for support from states with measles outbreaks.
Autism rate rises to 3% of children in CDC study
CDC experts were not made available to discuss the findings showing a rise in autism prevalence.
With cases in Indiana, measles outbreak draws closer to Chicago
Doctors and the Illinois Department of Public Health are urging people to get vaccinated.
FDA bird flu testing efforts disrupted by RFK Jr.'s layoffs, officials say
Multiple FDA labs were cut amid Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s layoffs this week.
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Tariff uncertainty raises concerns at Chicago toy store
The owner of Timeless Toys said he was forced to buy $200,000 worth of toys due to the trade war between the world's two largest economies.
Arlington Heights Mayor-elect Jim Tinaglia says he wants a "win-win" Bears stadium plan
Tinaglia said he supports a new Bears stadium in Arlington Heights, but the franchise and the village need to come to an agreement on common goals.
SCOTUS seems to side with Catholic Charities in Wis. religious-rights case
The Supreme Court appears to be leaning toward a Catholic charitable organization pushing back against the state of Wisconsin in the latest religious rights case to come before the court.
LGBTQ+ Pride event organizers concerned about sponsors pulling out
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Aris Singleton became CEO of TGIN beauty products at 28, and is a proud industry leader
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"Grey's Anatomy" star Eric Dane reveals he's been diagnosed with ALS
"Grey's Anatomy" and "Euphoria" star Eric Dane said he is still able to work and will return to the HBO drama.
Jay North, star of original "Dennis the Menace" TV series, dies at 73
Jay North, who starred on TV's "Dennis the Menace" for four seasons starting in 1959, has died.
Nintendo Switch 2 and new "Mario Kart World" game to be released in June
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Val Kilmer, actor known for "The Doors" and "Tombstone," dies at 65
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Trump admin suing Maine for not banning transgender athletes from women’s sports
Last month, the education department determined Maine's Department of Education violated "Title IX" by letting transgender girls take part in female sports teams.
Michelle Trachtenberg cause of death revealed
People magazine reports the New York City Medical Examiner says the actress passed in February because of diabetes complications.
Trump admin could be held in contempt over deportations
This is over the deportation of more than 200 migrants to a prison in El Salvador.
Sheryl Lee Ralph added to Hollywood Walk of Fame
The actress and Broadway star has been performing for more than 40 years.
Fyre Festival 2 postponed
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Boy, 13, shot on Red Line train along Dan Ryan Expressway
Police said the shooting happened in a train car, but did not immediately provide further information.
Man charged in robbery of $10,000 violin stolen on train in Chicago
Cyrus Spurlock said he was taking the Blue Line to Wicker Park Friday night when his beloved violin was stolen.
Woman injured by stray bullet inside Schaumburg, Illinois home
An investigation found the shots were fired from a residence on the block and a bullet went into he victim's home.
Man found shot to death in Lincoln Park neighborhood
Chicago police said officers responded to a call of a person shot around 10:12 p.m. in the 800 block of West Lill Avenue.
Severe storms possible Thursday night, Friday in Chicago
There's a chance for strong storms Thursday night, with gusty winds and small hail as the main threats.
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Tickets from Chicago connected to grandmother in New York who has no car
A license plate connected to a New York grandmother is linked to speeding and running red lights in Chicago. But that license plate was destroyed years ago.
CPD ramps up downtown patrols for possible teen takeover at Millennium Park
The bigger picture remains how city leaders want to tackle such teen takeovers as the weather warms up heading into summer.
Court reverses sale of Chicago woman's home over property tax mistake
Robin McElroy paid her property tax bills on time for more than a decade, only to be told her home had been "sold for delinquent taxes."
License plate readers, CPD helicopter help catch driver in high-speed chase
"You can outrun the police in certain circumstances. We terminate pursuits for safety reasons. But you can't outrun technology," Oak Brook Police Chief Brian Strockis said.
South suburban man accused of posing as funeral director without license, mishandling remains
A south suburban man under investigation for mishandling remains at his crematory has previously been fined for taking bodies from a hospital without a funeral director license.
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Two-run triple sends Athletics to victory over struggling White Sox
JJ Bleday had three hits, including a double and an RBI single, to help the Athletics win their second straight on a cold night.
Cubs lose as Padres take 2 of 3 in series
The Central-leading Cubs (12-9) took two of three from the Padres at Wrigley Field earlier in the month.
Heat dominate Bulls to advance in Play-In Tournament
Tyler Herro made his first eight shots and was 13 of 19 in the game. The All-Star guard nailed three 3-pointers.
Sox add new theme nights: Juneteenth, Barbie jerseys, "Seinfeld Night"
The Chicago White Sox have announced a slate of new theme nights and special promotions for the 2025 season, and they include a special Juneteenth day party, a Pokemon Go T-shirt giveaway and a special Seinfeld-referencing bobblehead.
Cubs hand Padres 1st loss in 12 home games
Nico Hoerner's triple leading off the 10th inning drove in automatic runner Dansby Swanson for the win for the Cubs.
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Man shot, killed in Lincoln Park neighborhood
Police found a 28-year-old man on the sidewalk on Lill Avenue.
Vigil for student at Morgan Park High School who was shot, killed
Treyvon Winfield, 18, was near his car at 115th and Morgan streets around 8 p.m. Tuesday, when a man came up and started shooting.
Boy, 13, shot on Red Line train along Dan Ryan Expressway
Police said the shooting happened in a train car, but did not immediately provide further information.
Indiana sets May execution for man convicted of killing police officer
The Indiana Supreme Court has ordered a man convicted of killing a police officer to be executed next month.
Boy, 17, shot near Chicago Vocational High School
The victim was shot in the buttocks and was taken to the University of Chicago's Comer Children's Hospital in fair condition.
