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A single-vehicle crash in Momence early Sunday killed two people and left two others critically injured after the car struck a tree at Maple and Washington. Authorities have not released further details.
A 29-year-old woman was sexually assaulted Saturday in LaBagh Woods on Chicago’s Northwest Side. Forest Preserves Police are searching for a suspect and have increased patrols.
A 2-year-old boy was shot inside a Pullman residence and later pronounced dead. Police say the wound appears self-inflicted and a 31-year-old man was taken into custody.
Real Estate & Development in ...
A weekly roundup shows 121 recorded sales in Will County and several three‑bedroom homes closed under $400K, led by a Manhattan sale at $375K.
A rollover on the southbound Dan Ryan at 91st early Sunday killed one person and injured others, closing the freeway and snarling the South Side commute. Officials say the crash remains under investigation.
A 64-year-old woman was killed early Sunday in a hit-and-run on the 6900 block of S. Stony Island in Grand Crossing; police say the SUV driver fled the scene.
A Park Ridge family is canvassing neighbors after a 14‑year‑old boy was left with severe brain injuries in a fight this week.
A crash between a semi and another vehicle on northbound I‑94 south of IL‑120 in Gurnee left one person dead and snarled the northbound commute Saturday morning.
Community & Society in ...
Chicago is trimming weekly frozen Home Delivered Meals from 10 to 6 for most clients as demand outpaces funding; the city says bedridden seniors won’t see cuts.
Two women were wounded Friday night in Garfield Park while sitting in a car; both were hospitalized in fair condition as detectives investigate.
A man in his early 70s was shot inside a home on the 8100 block of South Laflin in Auburn Gresham and later died at a hospital; Area 2 detectives are investigating.
Weather & Environment in ...
Cloudy start with isolated lake showers and highs in the low 60s. Sunny, warmer Memorial Day on Monday with highs near 79°F.
CBS News Chicago is the media sponsor of Strides for Peace’s Race Against Gun Violence, set for June 4 in Grant Park. The evening brings an 8K, 5K, a 2-mile walk and a Kids sprint to benefit local nonprofits.
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