Chicago police work to get out in front of Friday "teen takeover" in Millennium Park
In past years, "teen takeovers" have been known to culminate in deadly violence, including one right in Millennium Park in 2022.
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5 arrested, 1 hurt after attempted train car burglary in Englewood
It happened just after 6:30 a.m. in the 6100 block of South Stewart Avenue in Englewood.
Chicago city council committee rejects Dexter Reed settlement
The Chicago City Council finance committee will vote on two major settlements Friday, both involving police incidents.
U.S. consumer sentiment plunges in April as trade war fuels anxiety
Consumer sentiment fell sharply in April for the fourth straight month as the trade war fuels worries about inflation and employment.
Heated school board meeting on claims about trans student, locker room in Deerfield
The Deerfield Public Schools District 109 board heard an earful — with some being passionate and unhappy about the alleged incident.
State Street Bridge closing to all traffic for months for emergency repairs
The State Street Bridge over the Chicago River in downtown will close in just over two weeks for emergency repairs, and remain closed for months.
South Side dance company debuts new show "Complexions" Sunday
South Side dance company and nonprofit Praize Productions is debuting its new show "Complexions" on Sunday.
Trump administration sued over halt of pandemic relief aid for schools
The lawsuit against the Trump administration says the Education Department's halt of promised aid for schools will force cuts to vital services.
Sunshine returns Chicago Friday, increasing temps through the weekend
Dry weather mainly continues until the next chance of spring storms is late next week.
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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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Book of Grace at Steppenwolf Theatre | We’ve Got Your ticket
A reflective family drama that examines whether it’s possible to heal old wounds and avoid tragic consequences. It runs through May 18.
High egg prices not detouring families from Easter activity
The $6.23 prices for a dozen eggs may not go down until after the holiday. The maker of PAAS Easter egg dyeing and decorating kits found 94% of families who typically decorate them still plan to do it this Easter.
South Side dance company Praize Productions debuts latest show "Complexions" this weekend
South Side dance company Praize Productions debuts its new show "Complexions" this weekend, a production that "explores the necessity of rest and pause," especially for women of color.
China raises tariffs against U.S. to 125%, stock market shudders
Chinese officials called soaring U.S. tariffs are "a joke," Friday, while sharply hiking levies on American imports to 125%. Investors aren't laughing as the stock market wobbled again.
Chicago City Council finance committee votes on 2 major settlements Friday
The Chicago City Council Finance Committee will vote on two major settlements Friday, both involving Chicago police. The first is for the killing of Dexter Reed, and the second for a chase that injured a St. Louis man on the Mag Mile while he was visiting the city.
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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.
Blackhawks score 4 3rd-period goals for 5-2 win over Bruins
The Chicago Blackhawks beat the Boston Bruins 5-2 on Thursday night.
Diehard Chicago Bulls fan wins NBA "Dream Experience" contest
Corey Coakley submitted a video proclaiming his love for the NBA.
Kwan has 4 hits, 4 RBI as Guardians win 6-1 to hand White Sox 8th straight loss
Jonathan Cannon (0-2) allowed six runs on seven hits and three walks in the loss, pitching 5 1/3 innings in his third start.
Giddey dominates with 28 points, 16 rebounds and 11 assists as Bulls beat Heat
Giddey extended a career high with his seventh triple-double as the ninth-place Bulls (37-43) moved a game ahead of Miami in the Eastern Conference.
Lonzo Ball meets family of man who donated knee cartilage he received in transplant
Ball signed jerseys and took pictures prior to Wednesday's game against the Miami Heat with the family of the late Alex Reinhardt of Dakota Dunes, South Dakota.
Guardians hold on for win over White Sox in unusual finish
Carlos Santana drove a low slider from Sean Burke (1-2) on a full count into the stands in right-center to give Cleveland a 3-1 lead in the third.
Seager homers twice as Rangers avoid a sweep in Chicago, beat Cubs 6-2
Shota Imanaga (2-1, 2.70 ERA) picked up the loss for Chicago, allowing a season-high five earned runs in five innings.
Swanson hits tiebreaking single in 4-run eighth as Cubs beat Rangers 10-6
The Cubs blew a 6-3 lead before taking advantage of two errors in the eighth and closing out their seventh win in eight games.
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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.
Holocaust survivors gather for Passover Seder in Deerfield
The Seder is a meal with symbolic food where the story of Passover is told and passed down to the next generation.
Mother-daughter duo bringing joy of books to South Side and beyond
"It was always my dream to open a bookstore that amplified Black stories, and that's what I was able to do," said Verlean Singletary, co-owner of Da Book Joint in the South Shore neighborhood.
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U.S. consumer sentiment plunges in April as trade war fuels anxiety
Consumer sentiment fell sharply in April for the fourth straight month as the trade war fuels worries about inflation and employment.
Trump administration sued over halt of pandemic relief aid for schools
The lawsuit against the Trump administration says the Education Department's halt of promised aid for schools will force cuts to vital services.
Deerfield school board meeting turns heated on claims about trans student, locker room
The Deerfield Public Schools District 109 board heard an earful — with some being passionate and unhappy about the alleged incident.
Trump "working on" pulling funding from Chicago, other sanctuary cities
President Trump said Thursday he is 'working on papers" to withhold federal funding to U.S. sanctuary cities, including Chicago.
U.S. ambassador to Ukraine to resign her post early
Bridget Brink's resignation comes at a pivotal moment for U.S.-Ukraine relations.
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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.
Why did the mayor of Lynwood take home triple the pay budgeted for her office?
CBS News Chicago spent months trying to get a simple answer from Lynwood Mayor Jada Curry about her salary.
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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.
Northwestern University scientists develop world's smallest pacemaker
The device is smaller than a grain of rice — and is suited particularly to help newborn babies with congenital heart defects.
Active tuberculosis case confirmed at Waukegan High School
The Lake County Health Department confirmed to the school district that the person is isolated from others and undergoing treatment.
CDPH has COVID-related grants cut as $125 million in federal funding pulled
According to the public health department, the cuts affect 22 contracts and over 100 staff positions.
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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
Notably in St. Louis, hometown company Anheuser-Busch ended a 30-year partnership. Bud Light is also a top sponsor of Chicago pride events — and there may be a change there too.
Aris Singleton became CEO of TGIN beauty products at 28, and is a proud industry leader
Singleton will be the first to tell you her success is not a solo act.
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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
Nintendo has announced a June 5 launch date for its latest gaming console, the Switch 2.
Val Kilmer, actor known for "The Doors" and "Tombstone," dies at 65
A unique talent, Val Kilmer was praised as an acting chameleon who took on varied and challenging roles, and the results were often memorable.
Lollapalooza announces daily lineup for 2025 festival
Lollapalooza announced the daily lineup for the 2025 festival in Grant Park July 31 through Aug. 3. Tickets are going fast.
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Book of Grace at Steppenwolf Theatre | We’ve Got Your ticket
A reflective family drama that examines whether it’s possible to heal old wounds and avoid tragic consequences. It runs through May 18.
High egg prices not detouring families from Easter activity
The $6.23 prices for a dozen eggs may not go down until after the holiday. The maker of PAAS Easter egg dyeing and decorating kits found 94% of families who typically decorate them still plan to do it this Easter.
South Side dance company Praize Productions debuts latest show "Complexions" this weekend
South Side dance company Praize Productions debuts its new show "Complexions" this weekend, a production that "explores the necessity of rest and pause," especially for women of color.
China raises tariffs against U.S. to 125%, stock market shudders
Chinese officials called soaring U.S. tariffs are "a joke," Friday, while sharply hiking levies on American imports to 125%. Investors aren't laughing as the stock market wobbled again.
Chicago City Council finance committee votes on 2 major settlements Friday
The Chicago City Council Finance Committee will vote on two major settlements Friday, both involving Chicago police. The first is for the killing of Dexter Reed, and the second for a chase that injured a St. Louis man on the Mag Mile while he was visiting the city.
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Chicago police work to get out in front of Friday "teen takeover" in Millennium Park
In past years, "teen takeovers" have been known to culminate in deadly violence, including one right in Millennium Park in 2022.
5 arrested, 1 hurt after attempted train car burglary in Englewood
It happened just after 6:30 a.m. in the 6100 block of South Stewart Avenue in Englewood.
Chicago city council committee rejects Dexter Reed settlement
The Chicago City Council finance committee will vote on two major settlements Friday, both involving police incidents.
U.S. consumer sentiment plunges in April as trade war fuels anxiety
Consumer sentiment fell sharply in April for the fourth straight month as the trade war fuels worries about inflation and employment.
Heated school board meeting on claims about trans student, locker room in Deerfield
The Deerfield Public Schools District 109 board heard an earful — with some being passionate and unhappy about the alleged incident.
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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.
Shedd Aquarium scientists study impact of sewer overflows on fish in Chicago River
Researchers at the Shedd Aquarium are putting tiny trackers inside fish living in the Chicago River to study them and the environment.
Chicago community groups fear surge in gun violence as weather warms up
"If we come together and we do something, we can make this stop, and we can do it together," said Pam Bosley, co-founder of the non-profit group Purpose over Pain.
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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.
Blackhawks score 4 3rd-period goals for 5-2 win over Bruins
The Chicago Blackhawks beat the Boston Bruins 5-2 on Thursday night.
Diehard Chicago Bulls fan wins NBA "Dream Experience" contest
Corey Coakley submitted a video proclaiming his love for the NBA.
Kwan has 4 hits, 4 RBI as Guardians win 6-1 to hand White Sox 8th straight loss
Jonathan Cannon (0-2) allowed six runs on seven hits and three walks in the loss, pitching 5 1/3 innings in his third start.
Giddey dominates with 28 points, 16 rebounds and 11 assists as Bulls beat Heat
Giddey extended a career high with his seventh triple-double as the ninth-place Bulls (37-43) moved a game ahead of Miami in the Eastern Conference.
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Chicago Police work to get out ahead of possible teen takeover in Millennium Park
In past years, "teen takeovers" have been known to culminate in deadly violence, including one right in Millennium Park in 2022.
SWAT standoff goes on for hours in Crystal Lake
Police late Thursday night had not specified exactly what happened.
Residents of West Town renew call for reopening of police station
Along with the local alderman, the neighbors are asking the city to boost the police presence in the area.
Man killed, woman wounded in shooting on West Side
Harrison Area detectives were investigating late Wednesday.
Chicago man charged in multiple sexual assaults dating back to 2022
Chicago Police Supt. Larry Snelling announced the 18 total charges during a media conference on Monday.
