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Chicago shooting: Man shot during argument inside Andersonville's Primo Pizza, police say
A man was shot inside a North Side restaurant on Monday night, Chicago police said.The shooting happened at the Andersonville neighborhood's Primo Pizza in the 5600-block of North Clark Street just after 9 p.m.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchPolice said a 22-year-old man was inside the restaurant when multiple people, identified only as male, started arguing with him.Someone in the group took out a gun and fired at the man, striking him multiple times before fleeing the scene on foot, police said.The victim, shot in his thigh, was transported to St. Francis Hospital, where he is listed in fair condition.There is no one in custody and Area Three detectives are investigating.Police did not immediately provide further information about the shooting.Chicago shootings: Tracking gun violence in 2024, with live updatesINTERACTIVE SAFETY TRACKER Track crime and safety in your neighborhood
Burglars use stolen vehicles, chains to rip down doors of South Side businesses
CHICAGO (CBS) -- A burglary crew has been striking around the city's South Side all month—using stolen vehicles to rip the front doors off their hinges and sometimes even turning part of the store buildings into rubble.Police believe four to eight thieves are involved in the spree, and video from one Roseland business looks like something out of the video game Grand Theft Auto. At almost 4 a.m. this past Friday, crooks were seen pulling up to the Express Food Mart, at 11058 S. Wentworth Ave., in what was believed to be a stolen pickup. They got out, attached a...
Armed Carjacking in Western Springs Today: Suspects Flee After ATM Robbery
Western Springs, IL – A brazen carjacking occurred in Western Springs early Sunday morning, leaving residents on edge. Around 6:05 a.m., a victim withdrawing cash at an ATM on Wolf Road was ambushed by five suspects who arrived in a dark-colored SUV. The suspects blocked the victim’s vehicle before exiting their own. At least three of the suspects were armed with handguns.
Severe storm threat could bring heavy rain, damaging winds to Chicago area
The Chicago area is going to see near-record heat and oppressive humidity on Tuesday, but the threat of severe weather also exists, with gusty winds and heavy rain possible. According to the Storm Prediction Center, the Chicago area is at a “slight” risk of severe weather Tuesday, with wind gusts up to 60 miles per hour and heavy rains possible.
Multiple residents displaced after fire guts house in Lakeview
CHICAGO (CBS) -- A house in Lakeview was gutted by an extra-alarm fire over the weekend.The fire broke out just after 6 a.m. Sunday at a two-and-a-half story frame house at 1435 W. Fletcher St. The entire building went up in raging flames, which were caught on video.According to real estate listings, the four-bedroom, four-bathroom house dated back to 1890.The Fire Department raised a 2-11 alarm, which brings 32 pieces of fire equipment and just short of 100 firefighters.The fire was out by 7:30 a.m. Sunday. It took firefighters about three hours to put out the blaze.The house was left a complete ruin after the fire.No injuries were reported, but the American Red Cross of Greater Chicago was helping several people who were displaced.Information on the cause of the fire was not available Monday.
Dog Park construction underway as Park District holds celebratory groundbreaking
In a fitting way to celebrate National Dog Day, the Elmhurst Board of Park Commissioners gathered at Canine Corner on Monday, August 26 for a groundbreaking of the first dog park in Elmhurst. Following delays this spring due to permitting, the Park District is pleased that construction is now underway...
Cops hunt man who mugged ‘elderly’ woman in the Loop
CHICAGO — CPD’s transit unit is asking for help as they try to locate the guy who mugged a senior citizen on the Red Line this morning. The man in these images was on a train when it arrived at State-Lake around 2 a.m., according to a “seeking information” bulletin police issued Monday evening. When the doors opened, he looked up and down the platform to see if anyone was around and then snatched the “elderly” victim’s purse, the police said.
Chicago countertop maker fined $1 million for not protecting workers
A Chicago countertop maker was accused of dozens of violations and faces about $1 million in fines for not protecting workers, according to the U.S. Department of Labor.Two of the company's workers have incurable lung disease from silica dust. A 31-year-old employee of Florenza Marble and Granite needed a double-lung transplant. His 59-year-old father and co-worker also awaits a silicosis-related lung transplant. A 47-year-old employee has been treated for unresolved work-related lung disease for more than three years.The employee's condition triggered federal safety inspectors.The U.S. Department of Labor contacted the company about the danger and an inspection from the Occupational...
Photo Essay: A’ja Wilson, Las Vegas Aces escape Chicago Sky, 77-75
What a game in the Windy City! With under five minutes to play in the fourth quarter of Sunday’s game between the Las Vegas Aces and Chicago Sky, a 3-pointer from Kelsey Plum gave the Aces a 13-point lead, seemingly allowing the defending champs to cruise to a victory over the Sky.
A year after two women were injured by gunfire at Guaranteed Rate Field, one files lawsuit
Nearly one year after two women were shot in the bleachers of Guaranteed Rate Field, a lawsuit was filed against the White Sox and the Illinois Sports Facilities Authority alleging that negligent security practices allowed a firearm to be brought inside the ballpark last season. The complaint was filed last week in Cook County Circuit Court by one of the two women wounded by gunfire during the ...
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Our good friends at Windy City Sweets are now offering YOUR opportunity to own an “Around The Town” WCPT mug, filled with delicious treats for. This is the same mug that is given to each and every guest on the radio show heard on WCPT820 every Sunday at 1 p.m. ( until 2 p.m.).
How Chicagoans are tackling gun violence
The Democratic National Convention put Chicago in the spotlight. Some people said they were surprised by the beauty of the city. Others repeated harmful narratives about crime, framing the city as a “combat zone.”. Chicagoans don’t deny that gun violence is a real issue, but exaggerations can be dehumanizing...
Luke Bryan Semi-Truck Gets Stuck Under Bridge in Chicago [Pictures]
One of Luke Bryan's touring trucks got stuck under an overpass in Chicago over the weekend. The 18-wheeler was headed to his show at Wrigley Field when it failed to clear a center beam. Pictures show the stuck truck, which missed the lowest support by several inches. A few feet...
21-year-old man shot multiple times while walking on Chicago's South Side
CHICAGO - A man was shot while walking in Englewood Monday morning. Just before 10:30 a.m., a 21-year-old man was walking in the 6900 block of South Throop Street when someone fired shots in his direction, police said. He was shot multiple times throughout the body and was taken to...
CPD officer charged in alleged assault on fellow officer
CHICAGO — Charges have been filed against a Chicago police officer accused of attacking another officer who he was reportedly in a relationship with. Chicago police said 30-year-old Francisco Galvan has been charged with one misdemeanor count of domestic battery and one misdemeanor count of driving under the influence. He was also given a citation […]
Fresh Farms and Jewel-Osco Team Up to Deliver Table Grapes Shoppers Can "Believe" In; Charly Molina and Scott Bennett Comment
CHICAGO, IL - As Fresh Farms continues to think out of the box of traditional buy-sell models, it's clear that its category management approach and retail strategies are impacting sales and exciting consumers. As the grower launches another Taste To Believe grape campaign, it is expanding its outreach to include more retailers across the country as well.
Volunteers Needed At Second City Canine Rescue
This year the Second City Canine Rescue has helped save over 230 dogs thanks to their foster families and volunteers. Now they are looking for more people to get involved in their mission. Here with more on how you can help is Christina Morrison along with a couple of adoptable pups.
Businesses clean up after gunman opens fire in River North
CHICAGO — River North businesses are cleaning up after a gunman opened fire overnight, sending bullets through several storefront windows and into parked cars. No injuries were reported after the man started shooting from a parking lot on the corner of Ohio and Franklin around 1:32 a.m. Chicago police...
Burglars using stolen cars have hit 20 Chicago businesses this month: Chicago police
Chicago police issued a warning to the public after a wave of crash-and-grab burglaries in severalneighborhoods. Since Aug. 2, Chicago police say 20 break-ins have been reported in South Chicago, Calumet Heights, Gresham and Morgan Park.
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