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Cook County Treasurer to help taxpayers seek refunds during Oct. 3 phone bank with Telemundo Chicago
Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas and Telemundo Chicago's consumer services unit, Telemundo Responde, are joining forces for the first time to host the 'Las Casas Latinas Importan' phone bank on Thursday, Oct. 3rd. This initiative aims to help Hispanic homeowners find out, in their own language, if they are owed...
Attorney asks judge to hold Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard in contempt of court
An attorney representing multiple trustees on the Dolton Village Board has asked a Cook County judge to hold Mayor Tiffany Henyard in contempt of court for not following a temporary restraining order. The temporary restraining order was issued last week, preventing three recently-appointed Dolton officials from taking office. Among the...
Long-lost blueprints show Chicago Stadium’s enduring significance
Antique map dealer Sammy Berk has acquired the original architectural plans for the old Chicago Stadium, which was the largest indoor arena in the world at the time, and was a blend of neoclassical and art deco architecture.
Thieves Break Into Illinois’ World Famous Restaurant
No person or place is safe from thieves in Illinois, even a world-famous restaurant. There is a huge crime problem in Illinois. The thieves in our state have no fear so everyone and everything is a target. The robberies are happening a lot more often here and there is no sign of a let up.
FBI Seeking Information on Chicago Bank Robbery Suspect Dubbed ‘Bare-Chested Bandit’
The FBI is seeking any information about a man dubbed the “bare-chested bandit” who is believed to be responsible for a trio of bank robberies in the Loop in recent weeks. According to the FBI, the man carried out the three bank robberies on Sept. 16, Sept. 19 and Tuesday.
Man fatally wounded Tuesday evening in the Uptown neighborhood
A man was fatally wounded Tuesday evening on the North Side in the Uptown neighborhood, Chicago police said. The victim, whose exact age has not been confirmed, was found wounded shortly after 7:30 p.m. in the 900 block of West Eastwood Avenue. Police said someone fired shots, striking the victim in the leg. He was taken to Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center where he was later pronounced ...
Chicago area rescue crews give their all in North Carolina amid devastation from Helene
CHICAGO (CBS) -- Some Chicago area crews described as being like the SWAT team of firefighters were on the ground in North Carolina Wednesday night, helping Hurricane Helene relief efforts.About two dozen firefighters from 17 different departments were called on for their specialized equipment, boats, and unique skills as they race to rescue survivors. Cell service and power were wiped out for much of the region—and the firefighters' internet connection was on shaky ground as they talked with CBS News Chicago. But they used what little service they had to talk about their efforts nonetheless.The massive trail left behind by...
Valley of Jordan robbed at gunpoint last week
No injuries were reported after an armed robbery last Thursday at Valley of Jordan, a Middle Eastern grocer at 1009 E. 53rd St., Chicago police said. According to police, just before 8:45 p.m. on September 26, two unknown men entered the small shop, took out handguns and demanded cash. They fled on foot in an unknown direction.
Chicago-area doctors volunteering in Gaza call for ceasefire; over 40,000 Palestinians killed
A group of doctors with the humanitarian non-profit MedGlobal were in Chicago Wednesday, sharing their experiences from medical missions to Gaza over the past year.The group is calling on the United States government to hold Israel accountable for its bombings of Gaza.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watch"What we have seen over the last year has been a total 360-degree assault on life in Gaza," said MedGlobal board member Dr. Thaer Ahmad.Dr. Ahmad is an emergency medical physician on the South Side of Chicago. He spent three weeks volunteering in Gaza earlier this year."People are not able...
Package containing dog's cremated remains stolen in Pilsen, pet owner says
A woman from Chicago is desperate for help after her beloved pet's remains were stolen.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchJoanna Krueger told ABC7 her rescue dog Jinx passed away last October and the company she trusted to cremate his remains sent the package to the wrong address.Krueger used to live in the Pilsen neighborhood but has since moved to Georgia.The package was shipped via UPS to her old address. She said the package was stolen from there.SEE ALSO | Chicago woman takes dog to vet for teeth cleaning, only for dog to be mistakenly spayedKrueger is now pleading for whoever took the package to return her dog's ashes."This was my soul dog, you know, he was somebody. He meant the world to me," Krueger said. "I just am praying and praying that even if someone took it sees this. I just want my dog back."She's hopeful someone will return it. A $250 reward is being offered.
Cook County State’s Attorney candidate Former Judge Eileen O’Neill Burke on crime, guns and youth violence
In deep blue Cook County, the Democratic candidate for states attorney, retired Judge Eileen O’Neill Burke, is looking past the November election and sounding like she’s already on the job.
Chicago closes two migrant shelters as demand decreases
Chicago is moving along with its plan to close three migrant shelters by the end of the month, having already closed two. With the two closures, there are 15 migrant shelters still open in the city, with approximately 2,600 available beds. Chicago officials have cited President Joe Biden’s federal mandate to limit the number of […]
Homeless camp to stay in Gompers Park until 2025
Alderperson Samantha Nugent of the 39th Ward joins host Lisa Dent to talk about the homeless encampment in Gompers Park until 2025. Ald. Nugent tells us some of the details about the camp, what neighbors think, and what the city will do.
In wake of CTA shooting, Mayor Johnson does not directly answer questions about transit safety
CHICAGO (CBS) -- Mayor Brandon Johnson was pressed on several topics during a news conference Wednesday—including a shooting on the CTA Red Line that left a man wounded during the morning rush. The mayor did not provide any specifics about what new ideas he would consider for the Chicago Transit Authority, and he refused to discuss whether a change in leadership was necessary going forward. "Well, what's in Chicago is what has been happening in Chicago for a very long time. People have ignored the needs of people," Johnson said when asked for a message for those who have to...
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