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Country star Luke Bryan's tour truck gets stuck under downtown bridge ahead of Chicago show
An equipment semi-truck from country star Luke Bryan's tour got stuck under a bridge in downtown Chicago ahead of his show at Wrigley Field this weekend. (Photos courtesy of Christopher Norton)
Police warn of online marketplace thefts
Chicago police are warning residents to be aware of online marketplace sellers. Police said that in multiple incidents offenders offered items for sale via a social media marketplace. Interested victims were instructed to meet the offenders at locations that were suggested by the offenders. Upon arrival, the victims are confronted by armed offenders who take the victim’s personal belongings by force.
Capitol Connection: Recapping the DNC
CHICAGO (CBS 58) -- This week, the biggest political story across the country, and certainly in Wisconsin, was the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. CBS 58's Emilee Fannon, A.J. Bayatpour, and Adam Rife were all a part of the team coverage in Chicago. Fannon and Bayatpour recap some of the...
Thieves stealing guns from parked vehicles in South Loop, Chicago police warn
Chicago police are warning people about a series of recent thefts from cars parked in the South Loop.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchInvestigators said in every case but one, an unsecured firearm was taken from each vehicle.The thieves entered the vehicles by either breaking through the passenger side window or by opening an unlocked door.Police are urging people to take steps to protect their cars and belongings. That includes buying a gun safe, especially for their cars.No information was known about the possible offenders, police said.The crimes happened at the following locations and times:0-100 block of E. Cermak Rd. on July 21 at 11:30 p.m.2400 block of S. Michigan Ave. on July 27 at 11:45 p.m.2200 block of S. Wabash Ave. on July 28 at 2:30 a.m.2200 block of S. Michigan Ave. on July 29 at 2:50 a.m.2200 block of S. Wabash Ave. on August 4 at 2:30 a.m.2000 block of S. Wabash Ave. on August 4 at 1 p.m.2100 block of S. Wabash Ave. on August 9 at 11 p.m.2300 block of S. Wabash Ave. on August 15 between 1:00 a.m. and 1:54 a.m.INTERACTIVE SAFETY TRACKER Track crime and safety in your neighborhood
2 charged with armed carjacking had felony cases pending in restorative justice court, where defendants participate in ‘peace circles’
CHICAGO — Two men charged with carjacking a driver in Logan Square both have felony cases pending in Cook County’s Restorative Justice Court, where criminal charges can be washed away by participating in “restorative conferences and peace circles.”. Teondre Smith and Darian Maggette, both 20, are now...
Chicago braces for heatwave: Air Quality Alert issued as temps soar into 90s
CHICAGO - As we head into the weekend, we're looking at a warm and pleasant night ahead. Lows tonight will stay in the 70s. However, if you’re up early Sunday morning, keep an eye out for a few stray showers, especially west of the city. Most of us will stay dry, but a brief sprinkle isn’t entirely out of the question.
How one group is leading the nationwide effort to track antisemitic threats
Chicago — In the Chicago command center of the Secure Community Network, threats to the nation's Jewish community are mapped coast-to-coast.The command center is overseen by Brad Orsini, a retired FBI agent who helped investigate the 9/11 attacks."Most simply, the Secure Community Network is the Jewish community's own FBI and Department of Homeland Security," Orsini told CBS News.SCN tracked over 5,000 threats last year, sending more than 1,600 tips to law enforcement. "Who is that person out there that's the next attacker, and that's really what we're looking for," Orsini explains. Director Michael Masters leads a team of analysts that don't need...
Suspects sought in series of South Side business burglaries
CHICAGO - Chicago police are searching for the suspects involved in a recent string of business burglaries on the city's South Side. Shared below is where and when each incident occurred:. 4 a.m., Aug. 10 in the 500 block of East 47th Street. 1:45 a.m., Aug. 14 in the 200...
Umphrey’s McGee Sends An S.O.S. To The World In Chicago With Support From Eggy & Stolen Gin [Photos/Videos]
After kicking off a run with Eggy and Stolen Gin in St. Louis on Thursday, Umphrey’s McGee continued on to Chicago for a Friday night throwdown at The Salt Shed. Following an opening set from Stolen Gin, Eggy took the opportunity to debut a new cover, “I Am Trying To Break Your Heart” by Wilco. Umphrey’s then delivered one jam-packed set rather than the usual two. Highlights included the band’s first cover of The Police‘s “Message in a Bottle” since Halloween 2019 and the encore, which began with a culinary theme—”In The Kitchen” > “Soul Food I” > “Soul Food II”—and finished with “Come As Your Kids”, a clever arrangement blending Nirvana‘s “Come as You Are” with MGMT‘s “Kids”.
Teen shot outside Gately Park in Chicago, police say
CHICAGO (CBS) — A 15-year-old boy is in serious condition after he was shot outside an indoor track facility near Gately Park in Chicago. According to the Chicago Police Department, the boy was in a parking lot in the 10200 block of South Cottage Grove Avenue around 4:15 p.m. when he was approached by a white vehicle, and someone inside started shooting. He was struck in the stomach and taken to Comer Children's Hospital. No one is in custody. The shooting is under investigation.
Ukrainians in Chicago celebrate Ukrainian Independence Day, raise funds for Ukraine
A celebration of Ukrainian independence was held Saturday on Chicago's Northwest Side.The gathering comes at a difficult time for Ukraine, which is currently fighting back from Russia's invasion more than two years ago.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchHundreds gathered, standing shoulder to shoulder outside the Ukrainian Cultural Center, located at 2247 W. Chicago Ave. in Ukrainian Village. They were wrapped in the colors of their country, marking 33 years of its freedom, even while their homeland remains under siege by Russia.The many voices that sang Ukraine's national anthem before singing prayers came laced with a defiant...
Bears Could Trade Backup QB for Draft Pick, Add Tannehill Behind Williams
The Chicago Bears are one of the youngest teams in the NFL at quarterback, which is redundant for them because rookie Caleb Williams is already the starter. But to the right suitor, his talent and youth at the position could prove valued assets. Tyson Bagent joined the Bears ahead of...
Trackhouse to Field Three Fulltime Cup Teams in 2025, adding van Gisbergen as No. 88
CONCORD, N.C. (WCYB) — Trackhouse Racing announced Saturday that it has acquired a third charter for the three-time Supercars champion - joining Ross Chastain and Daniel Suárez in the team’s 2025 Cup Series lineup. What started as a one-off race has turnedinto a full time NASCAR Cup...
What happens pre-trial and post-trial?
Trail Lawyer Michael Leonard of Leonard Trial Lawyers joins Jon Hansen to talk about the latest trending legal stories. The two discuss what occurs pre- and post-trial, determining constitutionality, and more. For more information, visit www.leonardtriallawyers.com or call 312-872-0091.
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