Chicago family believes Uber courier stole packages he was supposed to take to UPS
The De Haans said it was hard to connect to Uber, and they haven't gotten any resolution.
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Prayers at Holy Name Cathedral as Cardinal Cupich prepares for papal conclave
There are 10 American cardinals in the conclave. Five were appointed by Pope Francis, including Cupich.
19-year-old man charged in North Side sex assaults, burglaries
Tymarion Averyhart, 19, was arrested Thursday in the 1800 block of West Greenleaf Avenue.
Visitation, memorial service to be held this week for former Illinois Gov. George Ryan
Ryan died this past Friday, after a short stint in hospice.
Shots fired at parked car in Lincolnwood, no one injured
Several shots were fired from a moving car, striking a parked car near a vape shop at 3921 W. Touhy Ave., just east of Crawford Avenue.
Trump says he wants Alcatraz prison to be rebuilt and reopen
Alcatraz was a notorious former prison on an island off California that housed some famous gangsters like Al Capone, George "Machine-Gun" Kelly and Alvin Karpis.
White Sox rally to beat Astros in game shortened to 7 innings by rain
Sox reliever Mike Vasil (1-1) earned his first career win after holding the Astros without a hit in 2 1/3 innings.
Lori Healey, who served as Daley's chief of staff and headed Obama Center project, dies at 65
Healey's family called her "a remarkable woman — a deeply devoted mother and grandmother who found her greatest joy in time spent with her adoring family."
Tomatoes recalled in 14 states due to salmonella risk, FDA says
People infected with salmonella can often experience fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain.
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Chicago Police Robbery Task Force works with transit unit to fight crime on CTA
The task force addressed its progress for the first time this week, nearly a year after the formation of the unit was first announced.
Emotional testimony from young brothers in trial of wrong CPD raid lawsuit
The lawsuit accuses Chicago Police of using excessive force on children.
Peter Mendez, mother testify in civil trial of lawsuit over wrong CPD raid
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Police in Brazil arrest 2 people in plot to bomb Lady Gaga concert
The massive show on Rio’s Copacabana Beach went off without a hitch. Hours earlier, authorities detained two people they said planned to detonate explosives at the concert.
Chicago customer claims Uber courier took his packages and company won't help
The De Haans said Uber has failed to take action even though he has given the rideshare company proof in the form of screenshots with a timeline and receipts, and even video of the driver loading the packages into his car. Sara Machi reports.
Person arrested after Chicago Police officer is dragged during West Side traffic stop
As officers investigated, the driver tried to speed off — and hit and dragged an officer, police said. The officer fell to the ground, and the officer's weapon discharged.
President Trump says he'll reopen Alcatraz, order 100% tariff on foreign movies
President Trump ordered the Bureau of Prisons to reopen a rebuilt Alcatraz to house violent offenders.
Fans try out "lightsabers" for "Star Wars" Day
They were really swords, but participants in an event this May the 4th did use them simulate movie fights without any fancy special effects. The event took place at Sword Experience in Chicago’s Irving Park neighborhood.
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White Sox rally to beat Astros in game shortened to 7 innings by rain
Sox reliever Mike Vasil (1-1) earned his first career win after holding the Astros without a hit in 2 1/3 innings.
Peralta helps Milwaukee avoid a sweep as Cubs lose Imanaga to hamstring injury
Milwaukee prevented the Cubs from earning their first road sweep of the Brewers since October 2015.
Crow-Armstrong homers for 3rd time in 2 nights as Cubs defeat Brewers 6-2
Pete Crow-Armstrong and Dansby Swanson hit back-to-back homers off Jose Quintana in the fourth inning as the Chicago Cubs defeated the Milwaukee Brewers 6-2.
Meyers homers twice, drives in career-high 7; Astros beat the White Sox 8-3
Andrew Vaughn had two hits and two RBIs for last-place Chicago. Fraser Ellard (0-2) got the loss.
White Sox beat Astros 7-3, win consecutive home games for 2nd time this season
Luis Robert Jr. homered and Edgar Quero added two hits and two RBIs as the Chicago White Sox beat the Houston Astros 7-3.
Busch hits grand slam in Cubs' 10-0 win over Brewers
Michael Busch hit his first career grand slam and Pete Crow-Armstrong added two solo shots as the Chicago Cubs beat the Milwaukee Brewers 10-0 on Friday.
Pirates say 20-year-old fan who fell at PNC Park consumed 2 beers
The mother of Pirates fan Kavan Markwood said Saturday that her son was "awake, alert and able to speak."
Loyola men's volleyball returns to NCAA tournament for first time since 2015
For the first time in 10 years, the Loyola men's volleyball team is back in the NCAA Tournament, one of just nine teams in the field.
Meet the horses who ran in the Kentucky Derby
The Kentucky Derby started the 2025 competition for horse racing's Triple Crown with a field of 19 horses in the annual Run for the Roses.
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Alt Space Chicago transforms old Austin Bank into hub for creative arts
"On the front of the building, it says 'Savings Department,' and I love that," Alt Space Chicago co-founder Jordan Campbell said.
Chicago anti-violence groups losing $3.7 million in Justice Department grants
"They're doing lifesaving work and street outreach; community violence intervention. This will debilitate them and harm their ability to continue to do that work," Metropolitan Family Services CEO Ric Estrada said.
Skokie Mental Health Court participants get clean records with graduation
Mental Health Court is a two-year program — open to people convicted of nonviolent crimes driven by mental illness.
CPD Youth Liaison Officer Will Martinez to be honored as American Red Cross Hero
As the youth liaison, Martinez becomes Officer Will, and he connects youngsters through various programs and ensures they feel safe.
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Visitation, memorial service to be held this week for former Illinois Gov. George Ryan
Ryan died this past Friday, after a short stint in hospice.
Trump says he wants Alcatraz prison to be rebuilt and reopen
Alcatraz was a notorious former prison on an island off California that housed some famous gangsters like Al Capone, George "Machine-Gun" Kelly and Alvin Karpis.
Wis. Gov. Evers: "I'm not afraid" as border czar suggests possible arrest
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers says every American should be concerned about "chilling" suggestions from President Donald Trump's top border adviser that he could be arrested over guidance the Democrat issued to state employees about what to do if confronted by federal immigration agents.
Trump says his administration is revoking Harvard's tax-exempt status
"We are going to be taking away Harvard's Tax Exempt Status. It's what they deserve!" the president said in a post to Truth Social.
Waltz out as national security adviser, but Trump says he'll be U.N. ambassador
President Trump says he is nominating Mike Waltz to be U.S. ambassador to the United Nations.
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Family buys house in Morton Grove, only to be stymied by seller's code violations
Sara Hovey and her husband were paying for a mortgage, rent and a litigation attorney, who apparently told her she should have been protected.
Suburban Chicago man wins $800,000 in sports bets, but casinos won't pay
Thomas McPeek placed stacks and stacks of bets last year — complicated wagers on football called parlays, where several events all have to happen for the gambler to win.
Chicago woman loses thousands to scammer claiming to want funds for funeral
Back in February, Heather Radin had planned to give only $10 to someone she thought was really in need. She is out $5,000.
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.
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Illinois public health officials confirm state's 4th case of measles in 2025
It was not immediately clear where in Illinois the fourth case was reported, or what condition the patient is in.
Wisconsin man snake-bitten hundreds of times, often on purpose
A Wisconsin man has been bitten by snakes hundreds of times, and scientists are studying his blood to treat snakebite.
Chicago public health officials urge importance of vaccines after 2 cases confirmed in Cook County
The Chicago Department of Public Health is focusing increasing education about vaccines for children in pre-K settings.
3 Chicago area hospitals highlighted in Leapfrog Group semiannual safety grades
The Leapfrog Group, a nonprofit hospital watchdog, measures how well hospitals protect patients from medical errors, accidents, injuries, and infections.
2 measles cases confirmed in Cook County: 1 in Chicago, 1 in suburbs
These are the first two such cases in Cook County this year.
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Chicago's My Pi pizzeria to close for good after 54 years
The last remaining My Pi outpost, at 2010 N. Damen Ave. in Chicago's Bucktown neighborhood, has been open since 2000.
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.
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Grand Theft Auto 6 release date punted to May 2026
Rockstar Games apologizes after announcing that Grand Theft Auto 6, its eagerly awaited video game, won't be released until next year.
Sean "Diddy" Combs rejects plea deal in sex trafficking, racketeering case
Sean "Diddy" Combs formally rejected a plea deal offer in court Thursday. It came during the final pre-trial hearing in his sex trafficking and racketeering case.
2025 Tony Awards nominations announced. See the full list.
Tony Award winners Sarah Paulson and Wendell Pierce revealed 2025 Tony nominees for select categories on "CBS Mornings" on Thursday.
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class of 2025 announced
First-time nominees Chubby Checker, Joe Cocker and Bad Company will also be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
Ravinia Festival tickets on sale for 2025 season
Cynthia Erivo, Janelle Monáe and Grace Jones, and Kygo are among this year's performances in Highland Park from June 6 to Aug. 31.
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Police in Brazil arrest 2 people in plot to bomb Lady Gaga concert
The massive show on Rio’s Copacabana Beach went off without a hitch. Hours earlier, authorities detained two people they said planned to detonate explosives at the concert.
Chicago customer claims Uber courier took his packages and company won't help
The De Haans said Uber has failed to take action even though he has given the rideshare company proof in the form of screenshots with a timeline and receipts, and even video of the driver loading the packages into his car. Sara Machi reports.
Person arrested after Chicago Police officer is dragged during West Side traffic stop
As officers investigated, the driver tried to speed off — and hit and dragged an officer, police said. The officer fell to the ground, and the officer's weapon discharged.
President Trump says he'll reopen Alcatraz, order 100% tariff on foreign movies
President Trump ordered the Bureau of Prisons to reopen a rebuilt Alcatraz to house violent offenders.
Fans try out "lightsabers" for "Star Wars" Day
They were really swords, but participants in an event this May the 4th did use them simulate movie fights without any fancy special effects. The event took place at Sword Experience in Chicago’s Irving Park neighborhood.
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Chicago family believes Uber courier stole packages he was supposed to take to UPS
The De Haans said it was hard to connect to Uber, and they haven't gotten any resolution.
Prayers at Holy Name Cathedral as Cardinal Cupich prepares for papal conclave
There are 10 American cardinals in the conclave. Five were appointed by Pope Francis, including Cupich.
19-year-old man charged in North Side sex assaults, burglaries
Tymarion Averyhart, 19, was arrested Thursday in the 1800 block of West Greenleaf Avenue.
Visitation, memorial service to be held this week for former Illinois Gov. George Ryan
Ryan died this past Friday, after a short stint in hospice.
Shots fired at parked car in Lincolnwood, no one injured
Several shots were fired from a moving car, striking a parked car near a vape shop at 3921 W. Touhy Ave., just east of Crawford Avenue.
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Chicago Police Robbery Task Force works with transit unit to fight crime on CTA
The task force addressed its progress for the first time this week, nearly a year after the formation of the unit was first announced.
Emotional testimony from young brothers in trial of wrong CPD raid lawsuit
The lawsuit accuses Chicago Police of using excessive force on children.
Peter Mendez, mother testify in civil trial of lawsuit over wrong CPD raid
The botched raid on the innocent Mendez family in November 2017 sparked CBS News Chicago's yearslong investigation into Chicago Police officers raiding the wrong homes.
Chicago River cleanup focus turns to sewage overflow, climate resiliency
Making the Chicago River a healthy, biodiverse and climate resilient lifeline through the city is the focus of many groups and city officials working with new standards, permits, and an eye on climate change.
Trial begins for lawsuit over Chicago Police raid that traumatized children
Peter Mendez was only 9 years old when his family's home was wrongly raided by Chicago Police back in November 2017. Seven and a half years later, the Mendez family is finally getting their day in court.
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White Sox rally to beat Astros in game shortened to 7 innings by rain
Sox reliever Mike Vasil (1-1) earned his first career win after holding the Astros without a hit in 2 1/3 innings.
Peralta helps Milwaukee avoid a sweep as Cubs lose Imanaga to hamstring injury
Milwaukee prevented the Cubs from earning their first road sweep of the Brewers since October 2015.
Crow-Armstrong homers for 3rd time in 2 nights as Cubs defeat Brewers 6-2
Pete Crow-Armstrong and Dansby Swanson hit back-to-back homers off Jose Quintana in the fourth inning as the Chicago Cubs defeated the Milwaukee Brewers 6-2.
Meyers homers twice, drives in career-high 7; Astros beat the White Sox 8-3
Andrew Vaughn had two hits and two RBIs for last-place Chicago. Fraser Ellard (0-2) got the loss.
White Sox beat Astros 7-3, win consecutive home games for 2nd time this season
Luis Robert Jr. homered and Edgar Quero added two hits and two RBIs as the Chicago White Sox beat the Houston Astros 7-3.
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Shots fired at parked car in Lincolnwood, no one injured
Several shots were fired from a moving car, striking a parked car near a vape shop at 3921 W. Touhy Ave., just east of Crawford Avenue.
Suspect arrested in 2016 murder of Cicero man
Victor Martinez, 27, was arrested Thursday by the U.S. Marshals Service at Midway International Airport in the 2016 shooting death of 22-year-old Julio Servin.
3 Chicago Bulls College Prep students wounded in off-campus shooting
It happened at Jackson and Hoyne, about a block away from the Chicago Bulls College Prep high school.
Plainfield landlord gets over 50 years for murder of Palestinian-American boy
A Plainfield landlord has been sentenced to 53 years in prison for the Islamophobic hate crime murder of a Palestinian-American boy and the stabbing of the boy's mother.
Sean "Diddy" Combs rejects plea deal in sex trafficking, racketeering case
Sean "Diddy" Combs formally rejected a plea deal offer in court Thursday. It came during the final pre-trial hearing in his sex trafficking and racketeering case.
