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Burglars use SUV to smash their way into West Englewood liquor store This crash-and-grab burglary is similar to many other recent crimes that are part of a trend in Chicago. updated 3M ago

Ed Burke, 80, deserves 10 years in jail, federal prosecutors argue In court documents, prosecutors said the sentence is required to "protect the public from his future criminal acts." Burke is scheduled to be sentenced on June 24. 2H ago

Hunter Biden convicted of three felony counts in federal gun trial The charges against Hunter Biden stemmed from paperwork he filled out when he bought a handgun nearly six years ago, when prosecutors say he was addicted to crack cocaine. 1H ago

Chicago residents testify at hearing on traffic stops, in wake of death of Dexter Reed U.S. District Judge Rebecca Pallmeyer listened to hours of community input on what specific traffic stop-related requirements should be added to a CPD consent decree. updated 2M ago

Construction on Bally's permanent Chicago casino expected to begin in fall The company said they're moving forward with the project despite some apparent uncertainty from Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson. 44M ago

Bears CEO Kevin Warren reiterates city's "need" for a new stadium The comments come after Illinois state lawmakers took no action on funding a new lakefront stadium for the Chicago Bears. updated 45M ago

p*rn industry sues over Indiana law requiring adult entertainment sites to verify users' ages An Indiana law that requires p*rn websites to verify users' ages is being challenged by an association of the adult entertainment industry in federal court. 2H ago

Tim Mapes, former chief of staff to Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan, reporting to prison Mapes was convicted of lying to a grand jury about his knowledge of Madigan's relationship with longtime confidant Michael McClain. 2H ago

Accused killer of CPD Ofc. Luis Huesca pleads not guilty to murder Xavier Tate was charged with first-degree murder, aggravated vehicular hijacking and possession of a stolen firearm in the death of Ofc. Luis Huesca. 1H ago

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Temperatures climbing in Chicago A Weather Alert is in effect late Thursday as a stronger storm and cold front enter the area, clashing with plentiful heat and humidity in place. 5H ago

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United Nations calls for action on behalf of alleged police torture victims in Chicago The alert came from the UN's Special Rapporteur on Racial Discrimination, who said local efforts to address Chicago Police torture have been "piecemeal and far too slow in implementation." 23H ago

Black Hawk descendant demands Chicago Blackhawks change logo, name: "Do what's right" As part of efforts to trace the roots and legacy of Black Hawk, CBS Chicago tracked down April Holder, 40, Black Hawk's great-great-great-great-great-great-great-granddaughter, and one of only a few remaining relatives. Jun 10

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Latest Videos What's next for Hunter Biden after being convicted? President Joe Biden's son was found guilty on all counts against him, stemming from an accusation that he illegally purchased and possessed a gun while addicted to crack cocaine. CBS News' Nicole Sganga reports. 14M ago 02:47

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Porch pirate steals package in Ohio before it's even completely delivered A FedEx driver put down the package in Columbus, and the thief swooped in and took it before the driver could even knock on the door. 25M ago 01:15

Extreme sports athlete paraglides from Ferris wheel Extreme sports athlete Roland Brunnbauer wanted to push himself a little, so he paraglided from a Ferris wheel.Brunnbauer said it was exciting landing in the city near busy roads. 25M ago 00:24

New migrant shelter open in Chicago The first group is being welcomed at St. Bartholomew Catholic Church. They're invited to a dinner and welcome party in the gym, and Mayor Johnson and County Board President Preckwinkle will join them. 36M ago 00:25