Man charged after shots fired on empty CTA bus at Midway Bus Depot A man was charged after police said he fired shots while on board a parked CTA bus Monday afternoon.

A man was charged after police said he fired shots while on board a parked CTA bus Monday afternoon. www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/shots-fired...

Imanaga sharp, Hoerner and Suzuki hit HRs as Cubs beat Phillies 7-4 for 7th straight win Chicago has outscored opponents 51-18 during its winning streak, the team's longest since an eight-game run in July 2023.

Chicago has outscored opponents 51-18 during its winning streak, the team's longest since an eight-game run in July 2023.

Lake County family files class-action lawsuit against Blue Buffalo, claiming food killed their dog The family said they fed their dog, Maya, the brand's "Wilderness Chicken Grain-Free" food for years based on marketing claims that it was "the healthiest food possible."

Maya died in 2024 at age 10 from a heart condition called dilated cardiomyopathy, linked to some grain-free diets.

Oklahoma couple recreates quarter-century-old trip to Route 66 at Navy Pier Where Route 66 begins, so, too, does a love story for Ed and Jackie Fogle.

As Route 66 celebrates 100 years, the Fogles mark a milestone of their own — 25 years of marriage this June. Now, they're ready for Route 66 again.

Chicago-based career expert shares advice on finding a job after college graduation Career expert John Challenger spoke about a new report on the job outlook for grads and shares what they should know.

Chicago-based career expert John Challenger offers advice based on a new report on the job outlook for grads and breaks down what lies ahead for those who will be walking across the stage in a few weeks.

U-Haul truck hits historic Long Grove covered bridge Another truck hit the historic covered bridge in north suburban Long Grove on Tuesday.

Another truck hit the historic covered bridge in north suburban Long Grove on Tuesday.

Bears expected to focus on improving defense in NFL Draft With four picks in the first three rounds of the NFL Draft this weekend, the Chicago Bears are expected to try to shore up their defense, particularly their pass rush, in an effort to build a consistent playoff contender.

With four picks in the first three rounds of the NFL Draft this weekend, the Chicago Bears are expected to try to shore up their defense, particularly their pass rush, in an effort to build a consistent playoff contender.

Justice Department charges Southern Poverty Law Center with fraud over investigations into extremist groups, Blanche says

A federal grand jury indicted the Southern Poverty Law Center on wire and bank fraud-related charges on Tuesday, the Justice Department says, accusing it of paying members of extremist groups as part of its efforts to investigate them.

$1,000 reward offered for information in armed robbery, battery of man in Fulton Market District

A 49-year-old man was approached by two suspects who robbed him at gunpoint on Feb. 12. One of the suspects beat the victim before fleeing the scene.

America at 250: How Chicago's theater scene has helped shape Broadway and late-night comedy Chicago has more than 200 active theaters. They make up the city's thriving entertainment scene that has not only captivated local audiences for more than 60 years, but the nation's, too.

Chicago has more than 200 active theaters. They make up the city's thriving entertainment scene that has not only captivated local audiences for more than 60 years, but the nation's, too.

Lake County coroner seeking to identify man pulled from water at Fort Sheridan Forest Preserve The man was pulled from the water at Fort Sheridan Forest Preserve just after 6 p.m. on Friday, April 17.

An autopsy performed on Monday by the Lake County Coroner's Office indicated that the man's death was consistent with drowning.

Noble Square residents say cars from Kennedy Expressway are crashing into their front yard, IDOT won't help

Residents in one part of Chicago's Noble Square neighborhood say they've been dealing with cars careening off the Kennedy Expressway and crashing into their front yard for decades, and the state won't help.

Man accused of stealing van full of dogs arrested again on new charges Just over a month after a grooming truck packed with dogs was stolen in Lincoln Park​, Chicago police said the same thief has been accused of a string of new crimes after managing to escape electronic monitoring.

Just over a month after a grooming truck packed with dogs was stolen in Lincoln Park​, Chicago police said the same thief has been accused of a string of new crimes after managing to escape electronic monitoring.

Live Updates: Trump extends ceasefire as uncertainty over U.S.-Iran peace talks remains

With a two-week ceasefire set to expire and Iran balking at the resumption of peace talks, President Trump said he would be extending the deadline to allow for Iran to "come up with a unified proposal."

$1,000 reward offered for information in armed robbery, battery of man in Fulton Market District A 49-year-old man was approached by two suspects who robbed him at gunpoint on Feb. 12. One of the suspects beat the victim before fleeing the scene.

The incident happened just before 4:30 p.m. on Feb. 12, in the 200 block of North Peoria Street.

Leader of Four Corner Hustlers street gang gets life in prison for racketeering conspiracy involving murders

The leader of Chicago street gang Four Corner Hustlers has been sentenced to life in prison for racketeering conspiracy charges involving multiple murders.

Reward offered for information in hit-and-run that killed teen girl on scooter in South Shore

Cook County Crime Stoppers will be canvassing Tuesday in search of answers in the hit-and-run that killed 15-year-old Violet Harris in Chicago's South Shore neighborhood last month.

The Onion launches new bid to take over Alex Jones' Infowars and turn it into a parody platform

The satirical news outlet The Onion has a new plan to take over conspiracy theorist Alex Jones' Infowars platforms and turn them into parodies.

Two in custody after burglary at Citizen Skateboard Shop in Uptown Two people were in custody Tuesday morning after Chicago police said they stole merchandise from an Uptown skateboard shop.

Two people were in custody Tuesday morning after Chicago police said they stole merchandise from an Uptown skateboard shop.

2 hurt in explosion, magnesium fire at Ottawa, Illinois chemical plant

UPDATE: Two people were injured in an explosion and fire caused by magnesium at a chemical plant in Ottawa, Illinois, fire officials said.

Live Updates: Unclear if U.S.-Iran peace talks will happen one day before Trump's latest ultimatum expires

It's unclear when or even if top Iranian officials will come to Pakistan for peace talks just a day before Trump's latest ultimatum expires.

CTA plans improvements at 42 train and bus stations in 2026 "Refresh & Renew" program Mayor Brandon Johnson on Tuesday marked the start of construction season for the Chicago Transit Authority.

Mayor Brandon Johnson on Tuesday marked the start of construction season for the Chicago Transit Authority.

Trader Joe's plans to come to Lincoln Village in Chicago's North Park neighborhood, alderwoman says

Trader Joe's is planning to open a new location at the Lincoln Village Shopping Center in Chicago's North Park neighborhood, the office of Ald. Debra Silverstein (50th) recently announced.

Columbia College hosting screening of documentary "Why Trump?: Two Americas" made by alumnus Brian Schowdorf

Columbia College in Chicago is hosting a screening of new documentary "Why Trump?: Two Americas," made by graduate Brian Schowdorf.

Chicago area schools teaming up for United Way's April Food Day

It's "April Food Day," and CBS News Chicago is teaming up with the United Way to deliver food to those in need.

FBI offers $50,000 reward for arrest of alleged gang member in National Guard soldier's murder

The FBI on Tuesday announced a reward of $50,000 for the arrest and conviction of a man wanted in the 2021 shooting death of a National Guard member.

Gunman at Mexico's Teotihuacán pyramids kills Canadian tourist, injures at least 13 people

Mexico's security officials said a gunman opened fired at the popular tourist spot, killing a Canadian woman and injuring at least 13 people, including six Americans.

Alliance of Illinois Judges selected as Chicago Pride Parade community Grand Marshal The Alliance of Illinois Judges has been selected to lead this year's Chicago Pride Parade.

A community Grand Marshal has been selected for the 2026 Chicago Pride Parade. www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/alliance-of...

14-year-old Perla Alvarez missing after being dropped off at movie theater in Galewood Chicago police are looking for a 14-year-old girl who went missing after being dropped off at a movie theater in Chicago's Galewood neighborhood on Friday.

Chicago police are looking for a 14-year-old girl who went missing after being dropped off at a movie theater. www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/perla-alvar...

Emergency response at reported explosion and fire at Ottawa, Illinois chemical plant

There is an emergency response at an Ottawa, Illinois chemical plant after a reported explosion and hazmat situation.