Fast-moving storms blast through Chicago area
The storms produced hurricane-force winds and took down trees and power lines in parts of Northwest Indiana.
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2 killed, 3 hurt in mass shooting in Hammond, Indiana, police say
Hammond police said around 4 a.m., officers responded to a report of shots fired at Portside Pub, located at 1516 Indianapolis Boulevard.
2 children die, 2 people injured in fire in Carpentersville
There were also animals inside the house, and two dogs were found dead, the fire department said.
Cooler start to the week in Chicago
Stronger storms are possible Tuesday night, and more rounds of showers and storms move into the area Wednesday.
Blackhawks lose third straight in fall to Utah
Alexander Kerfoot had a goal and two assists and Karel Vejmelka stopped 27 shots to help the Utah Hockey Club beat the Blackhawks.
Truck flips over, driver killed amid dangerous winds in Northwest Indiana
Police believe the truck was headed east through the Pratt Industries property in Valparaiso when the strong crosswinds blew it over.
White Sox fall short to Angels in rain-delayed game
White Sox starting pitchers allowed no earned runs in the series against the Angels.
Cubs blow 6-2 lead in 8th, lose to Diamondbacks
The Cubs' Matthew Boyd gave up four hits and three walks over five scoreless innings while striking out five.
Breakfast at Saint Ignatius College Prep raises money for CPD officers' protective vests
Chicago Police Supt. Larry Snelling attended the event as a special guest.
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Cooler start to the week in Chicago
Stronger storms are possible Tuesday night, and more rounds of showers and storms move into the area Wednesday.
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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.
Lisle subdivision gets its water through private company, and has much higher bills
In most of Lisle, residents get their water from the village. But in one section, the Oak View subdivision, a private company supplies the water, and residents are furious about the bills.
Oak Brook police to begin using drones as first responders to 911 calls
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Person of interest in custody after deadly mass shooting in Hammond, Indiana
Hammond police said a person of interest has been taken into custody in the shooting, and said his name will be released when charges are filed.
Storms rip through Northwest Indiana
NIPSCO confirmed tens of thousands of people were left without power after the storms hit Northwest Indiana on Sunday.
Cooler start to the week in Chicago
Meteorologist Kylee Miller has the extended forecast.
Fire investigation at Republican Party of New Mexico headquarters
The Republican Party of New Mexico said someone set fire to the entrance of its headquarters in Albuquerque.
3 people stabbed in Chicago's Belmont Cragin neighborhood
Chicago police said two groups were in an argument that turned into a fight. During this, a 40-year-old man pulled out a sharp object and swung at multiple people.
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Blackhawks lose third straight in fall to Utah
Alexander Kerfoot had a goal and two assists and Karel Vejmelka stopped 27 shots to help the Utah Hockey Club beat the Blackhawks.
White Sox fall short to Angels in rain-delayed game
White Sox starting pitchers allowed no earned runs in the series against the Angels.
Cubs blow 6-2 lead in 8th, lose to Diamondbacks
The Cubs' Matthew Boyd gave up four hits and three walks over five scoreless innings while striking out five.
Kyle Tucker homers as the Cubs hold off the Diamondbacks for a 4-3 win
Shota Imanaga pitched seven effective innings as Chicago bounced back from Friday's 8-1 loss to Arizona.
Mavericks outlast Bulls 120-119 to pad lead in play-in race
Dallas moved 1 1/2 games ahead of idle Phoenix for the final spot in the Western Conference play-in tournament. The Bulls missed a chance to move closer to the eighth spot in the Eastern Conference.
Moncada and Soriano deliver as Angels edge White Sox 1-0
Yoán Moncada hit an RBI single against his former team in the eighth inning, and the Los Angeles Angels blanked the Chicago White Sox 1-0.
Suárez hits 2 HRs to continue hot start to the season, Diamondbacks top Cubs 8-1
Suárez hit both of his homers off Cubs right-hander Jameson Tallion (0-1), who gave up six runs over 4 1/3 innings.
Golden Knights overcome Donato's hat trick to beat Blackhawks 5-3
Ryan Donato now has 28 goals to lead Chicago. He has never had more than 16 goals in seven previous NHL seasons.
Doug Bruno stepping down as DePaul women's basketball coach after 39 seasons
Bruno will stay at the school as the special assistant to the vice president/director of athletics for women's basketball.
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Volunteers clean up trash in West Town neighborhood to celebrate Earth Month
Saturday's cleanup was part of a collaboration with eight organizations dedicated to cleaning up the city and protecting the environment.
Habilitative Systems Inc. cuts ribbon on renovated Austin headquarters
"This place taught me how to be a man," said Ervin Freeman, the program supervisor at the HSI halfway house.
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.
Community baby shower honors pregnant woman killed while seeking baby supplies
After 19-year-old Marlen Ochoa-Lopez was brutally murdered in 2019, and her baby was cut from her womb, a Chicago non-profit is making sure her memory lives on by helping other mothers-to-be in need.
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Elon Musk gives out $1M to Wisconsin voters after unsuccessful legal challenge
Taking the stage in Green Bay wearing a yellow foam cheesehead hat, Elon Musk gave out $1 million checks on Sunday to two Wisconsin voters.
Indiana congresswoman faces backlash at town hall for defending Musk, Hegseth
Spartz was repeatedly drowned out by jeers from some of the 500 people who packed a conference center outside of Indianapolis.
Feds seek $3.1 million forfeiture from ex-Speaker Madigan after bribery conviction
In February, a jury convicted Madigan of 10 corruption counts, but acquitted him on seven other charges, while jurors were deadlocked on six other counts.
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.
Wisconsin attorney general sues Elon Musk to block $1 million payment offers
Billionaire Elon Musk on Friday clarified his reasons for visiting Wisconsin two days ahead of its hotly contested Supreme Court election after deleting a social media post saying he planned to "personally hand over" $2 million.
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$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.
Lisle subdivision gets its water through private company, and has much higher bills
In most of Lisle, residents get their water from the village. But in one section, the Oak View subdivision, a private company supplies the water, and residents are furious about the bills.
Chicago area man wins nearly $400K on sports bet, only to have it all canceled
Mark Aiello's winning bets banked $389,000 — enough for his daughter's future college education. But a moment was about all it lasted, as all his bets were suddenly canceled as if he'd never made them.
Chicago restaurateurs alarmed by threat of 200% tariff on alcoholic beverages from Europe
This threat was a response to the EU's 50% tariffs on American whiskey, which are set to go into effect next month.
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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.
Northwestern Medicine hopes to improve treatment for AFib using an Apple Watch
Right now, the industry standards call for AFib patients to take blood thinners for the rest of their lives.
Abortion expected to play a key role in Wisconsin Supreme Court race
Abortion has been top of mind for many voters casting early ballots in the race for a seat on the Wisconsin Supreme Court.
Waste from nut used in herbal teas can be made into medically useful hydrogel, UChicago scientists find
In research published last month, UChicago scientists created a hydrogel out of husks from the malva nut.
These organizations create safe spaces and events for those vulnerable to COVID
Five years since COVID-19 was declared a pandemic by the World Health Organization, people who are still vulnerable to the virus have found safe ways to be in community.
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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.
2 months after losing whole flock of chickens, Matteson farm loses federal funding too
The owners are waiting to see if the federal grants they lost are reinstated.
Richard Roeper, Michael Sneed among those leaving Chicago Sun-Times amid buyouts
A total of 30 employees agreed to resign after accepting a buyout from ownership.
Chicago church plans to turn shuttered South Side liquor store into grocery store
The building is at the corner of 79th Street and Cottage Grove Avenue — an area with a history of violence. The church that has purchased it hopes to bring new life to the area.
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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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Lollapalooza 2025 lineup announced with Doechii, Sabrina Carpenter
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New book documents oral history of Lollapalooza
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"Riverdance 30" dancers give Irish dance lessons on St. Patrick's Day
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Person of interest in custody after deadly mass shooting in Hammond, Indiana
Hammond police said a person of interest has been taken into custody in the shooting, and said his name will be released when charges are filed.
Storms rip through Northwest Indiana
NIPSCO confirmed tens of thousands of people were left without power after the storms hit Northwest Indiana on Sunday.
Cooler start to the week in Chicago
Meteorologist Kylee Miller has the extended forecast.
Fire investigation at Republican Party of New Mexico headquarters
The Republican Party of New Mexico said someone set fire to the entrance of its headquarters in Albuquerque.
3 people stabbed in Chicago's Belmont Cragin neighborhood
Chicago police said two groups were in an argument that turned into a fight. During this, a 40-year-old man pulled out a sharp object and swung at multiple people.
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Fast-moving storms blast through Chicago area
The storms produced hurricane-force winds and took down trees and power lines in parts of Northwest Indiana.
2 killed, 3 hurt in mass shooting in Hammond, Indiana, police say
Hammond police said around 4 a.m., officers responded to a report of shots fired at Portside Pub, located at 1516 Indianapolis Boulevard.
2 children die, 2 people injured in fire in Carpentersville
There were also animals inside the house, and two dogs were found dead, the fire department said.
Cooler start to the week in Chicago
Stronger storms are possible Tuesday night, and more rounds of showers and storms move into the area Wednesday.
Blackhawks lose third straight in fall to Utah
Alexander Kerfoot had a goal and two assists and Karel Vejmelka stopped 27 shots to help the Utah Hockey Club beat the Blackhawks.
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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.
Lisle subdivision gets its water through private company, and has much higher bills
In most of Lisle, residents get their water from the village. But in one section, the Oak View subdivision, a private company supplies the water, and residents are furious about the bills.
Oak Brook police to begin using drones as first responders to 911 calls
From inside command centers, first responders would be able to deploy a drone as soon as a 911 call is made to provide an eye in the sky before police can get there.
Millions stolen off EBT cards in Illinois SNAP benefits fraud scheme
A new report revealed scammers stealing Illinois SNAP funds from EBT cards have made off with nearly $21 million since October 2022.
Newly obtained video, photos document more problems at crematory in trouble with state
The new documentation shows how bodies were being handled at the Heights Crematory in south suburban Chicago Heights dating back years.
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Blackhawks lose third straight in fall to Utah
Alexander Kerfoot had a goal and two assists and Karel Vejmelka stopped 27 shots to help the Utah Hockey Club beat the Blackhawks.
White Sox fall short to Angels in rain-delayed game
White Sox starting pitchers allowed no earned runs in the series against the Angels.
Cubs blow 6-2 lead in 8th, lose to Diamondbacks
The Cubs' Matthew Boyd gave up four hits and three walks over five scoreless innings while striking out five.
Kyle Tucker homers as the Cubs hold off the Diamondbacks for a 4-3 win
Shota Imanaga pitched seven effective innings as Chicago bounced back from Friday's 8-1 loss to Arizona.
Mavericks outlast Bulls 120-119 to pad lead in play-in race
Dallas moved 1 1/2 games ahead of idle Phoenix for the final spot in the Western Conference play-in tournament. The Bulls missed a chance to move closer to the eighth spot in the Eastern Conference.
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3 stabbed after argument turns into fight in Belmont Cragin neighborhood
Chicago police said two groups were in an argument that turned into a fight.
Alderman renews push for earlier curfew after teen shot amid chaos in Streeterville
Officers found a 15-year-old boy on the ground with a gunshot graze wound to his leg after hearing gunshots near Columbus Drive and Illinois Street.
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.
Owner confronts thief who breaks into work truck in Lakeview
Video shows the masked thief exiting the front seat of the van and making his way into the rear, were thousands of dollars' worth of tools were stored.
Man dead after being shot in car on Chicago's West Side
The shooters fled the scene, and there was no one in custody late Thursday.
