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14 years for driver who killed woman while speeding away from Chicago police in a stolen SUV
CHICAGO — The man who collided with another vehicle while fleeing from Chicago police in a freshly hijacked SUV, killing a 55-year-old grandmother, has been given a 14-year prison sentence. Juan Vazquez, 18, was awaiting trial in juvenile court for a felony gun case when the crash occurred in...
Woman struck and killed by Amtrak train in Lemont: police
Police in south suburban Lemont were investigating Saturday afternoon after an Amtrak train struck and killed a woman, authorities said. The incident was reported at around 3:30 p.m. near downtown Lemont. An Amtrak spokesperson said a person trespassing on the tracks "came into contact" with Amtrak Train 22 while traveling from San Antonio, Texas, to Chicago.
1 person shot on I-94 in Irving Park
CHICAGO (CBS) — A person was shot while driving on I-94 near Irving Park Road. Illinois State Police confirmed around 1:30 a.m., shots were fired, hitting a vehicle near the I-90 split overnight. Police said a victim suffered a graze wound after reporting hearing "several loud bangs." All lanes reopened around 5 a.m.Police are investigating. No arrests have been made.
Unattended candle sparks fire at Naperville home
NAPERVILLE, Ill. — A home in Naperville was damaged after an unattended candle sparked a fire in the kitchen on Sunday afternoon. According to officials from the Naperville Fire Department, crews were called to the scene, in the 2800 block of Ledgestone Drive, just before 2 p.m. after a resident in the area reported smoke coming from their neighbor’s home. Crews arrived […]
2 killed, 3 injured in shooting in Pembroke Township
PEMBROKE TOWNSHIP, Ill. — Two men are dead and three others are injured after a shooting in Pembroke Township on Friday night. Kankakee County deputies say they were called to the area of 13100 East Central Street, just before midnight on Friday, following reports of gunfire in the area. Authorities arrived on the scene and found two large groups of people who were at two […]
Chicago Police Seek Public's Help in Identifying Suspects in Red Line Train Robbery
Authorities are on the hunt for a group of individuals involved in a brazen robbery aboard the Red Line Grand St stop on the evening of May 25th. The Chicago Police Department's Mass Transit Detectives have released a community alert, requesting help from the public to identify the suspects captured on surveillance footage.
Gambler takes home $1M jackpot from Southwest Michigan casino
NEW BUFFALO, MI -- A gambler took home a $1,008,222 progressive jackpot from Four Winds New Buffalo Casino, 1111 Wilson Road, on May 17. The lucky gambler from Harvey, Illinois, who chose to remain anonymous, won on a $15 bet while playing the UFL Explosion slot Machine, the casino said.
Chicago honoring Memorial Day with ceremony, parades
CHICAGO (CBS) — Chicago's Memorial Day Parade kicks off Monday morning. The 89th annual ceremonies begin at 9:30 a.m. with a parade of members of the Chicago Fire Department led by The Pipes and Drums of the CFD. A mass will follow at 10 a.m. The ceremony will take place at the Church of the Holy Family, 1080 W. Roosevelt Rd. Mayor Brandon Johnson is expected to attend the ceremony. "At this service, we will remember all those of our CFD family who have died since last Memorial Day, especially 2 members who have made the ultimate sacrifice by dying in The Line of Duty, 8 active members of the Department, and over 125 retirees," CFD said in a written release. A flagpole ceremony will take place at the corner of Roosevelt Road and May Avenue for a flag raising with a 21-gun salute and taps. The annual Woogms Parade, organized by the Wellington-Oakdale Old Glory Marching Society, steps off at 11 a.m. in Lakeview. It's a parade where "everybody marches, nobody just watches."
The Famous Home Alone House Located Just 16 Miles From Downtown Chicago Is Up For Sale
Chicago’s relationship with television and movies requires no rhapsody. From The Bear to Batman, countless popular TV series and hit movies have been filmed all across the city. There’s one place, however, that is instantly recognizable for its role in one of the most iconic movies of all time. Located just 16 miles north of downtown Chicago, few façades are as iconic as that of 671 N. Lincoln Ave in Winnetka. The expansive home has become a household source of nostalgia for being the residence of the McAllister family in the 1990 movie Home Alone, and now the home a young Macauley Caulkin famously defended from the Wet Bandits is officially up for sale. In recent years the 9,000-square-foot Georgian house was listed on Airbnb as part of the company’s new Icons experience which invites guests to stay in iconic homes from movies, music, art, and more.
Chicago's Original Rainbow Cone opens first location in Michigan
The Original Rainbow Cone, an iconic Chicago establishment that has served generations of ice cream lovers, has forayed into yet another state. The ice cream shop on Saturday posted a photo on Facebook of the ribbon-cutting at its newest location in New Buffalo, Michigan. If you happen to be in the area - perhaps to spend some time on Lake Michigan - Rainbow Cone is located inside Sonny D's Bar and Grill, 1 N. Whittaker St.
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