11th Chicago Juneteenth Parade Steps Off Next Week In East Garfield Park

Organizers said this year's theme is "Conquering our Past, Commemorating our Present, and Committing to our Future."

Illinois Lawmakers Introduce Resolution Marking June 6 Wear Orange Day In Honor Of Hadiya Pendleton

It would be part of a resolution recognizing Gun Violence Awareness Month and honoring Hadiya Pendleton nationally.

Two Deadly Shootings Reported On Chicago's South Side Overnight

Chicago police said a 29-year-old man was shot while walking on the sidewalk. He was taken to a local hospital where he died.

Emergency Assistance Center Opening After Chicago Mass Shooting Near St. Sabina Church

Seven teenage boys were wounded in the drive-by shooting during a post-prom gathering. One of the victims remains in critical condition.

St. Sabina Offers $10K Reward Seeking Info In Mass Shooter's Arrest

St. Sabina is offering a $10,000 reward for info leading to the shooter's arrest, who shot into a post-prom crowd that wounded seven teens.

Chicago Officials Break Ground On SACRED Apartments Affordable Housing

The five-story "SACRED Apartments" at 9200 S. Burley Ave. will include 81 units of affordable housing and 6,000 feet of retail space.

Chicago Defender Charities, Wellness Homes Of Chicago Open New Health Center In Back Of The Yards

Officials said it is "dedicated to advancing holistic health in one of Chicago's most historically resilient communities."

Chicago Public Schools Teacher Accused Of Sending Explicit Messages To 13-Year-Old

CBS News Chicago reached out to the Chicago Public Schools for a response, but had not heard back as of late Thursday.

Man Attacked, Shot On Chicago's South Side

The victim was shot in the leg. He was taken to the University of Chicago Medical Center, where he was listed in fair condition.

Video Released Of Man Sought In Washington Heights Armed Robberies

Chicago 22nd District Police are alerting businesses of a string of recent armed robberies in Washington Heights.

DJ Program At School In Chicago's Englewood Neighborhood Is Inspiring Kids' Passions

But there is a chance that Mr. B's DJ program could be cut.

Mother Arrested After Police Say She Cut Wrists Of 3 Small Children On Chicago's South Side

A neighbor jumped in when the mother came outside bloody and pleading for help.

South Shore Drill Team Celebrates 45-Year Anniversary In June With Performance At Gary Comer Youth Center

The South Shore Drill Team was founded by Arthur Robertson, a teacher who sought to provide young people with a sense of belonging.

Church Offers Reward For Information In Roseland Newborn's Death

Roseland Christian Ministries is offering a $5,000 reward leading to the arrest and conviction in 2-month-old Kayson Flowers' death.

2 Dead In Argument Over Cheese At Roseland Restaurant

The argument over cheese escalated into gunfire, when the suspected shooter fired gunshots at two men in a South Side restaurant, CPD said.

Mayor Brandon Johnson Announces Chicago's Summer Safety Plan Ahead Of Busy Memorial Day Weekend

"City government alone cannot bring the healing that communities need. We need everyone to rally together in this moment," Johnson said.

With Summer Coming In Chicago, Plans And Prayers Call For End To Violence

As people flock to the lakefront and downtown, the city is working to ensure every neighborhood is safer.

Chicago City Council Approves Nearly $80 Million To Cover Settlements In 7 Lawsuits

Cases range from the city botching corporate contracts to mishandling cases of people in need to police misconduct allegations.

Neighbors, Alderwoman Concerned About Safety At Crash-Prone Southwest Side Chicago Railway Overpass

They say it keeps getting hit by cars, with more than 100 crashes in the past three years.

Man Charged With Shooting Death Of 13-Year-Old Nephew At Home On Chicago's South Side

Tawon came out of the bedroom and yelled that a gun had gone off, before collapsing on the kitchen floor from a gunshot wound to the chest.

Car Crashes Into Daycare, Child Among Several Injured: Report

It's at least the third incident in the last month involving a vehicle plowing into a child care facility in Illinois.

Toronzo Cannon - Outdoor Rooftop Concert

The Rooftop Outdoor Music Series at the Joliet Area Historical Museum features TORONZO CANNON Friday, May 30th at 7pm

Southwest Side Chicago Alderman, State Rep Said City Extended Use Of Migrant Shelter Without Notice

A battle is brewing over a migrant shelter on Chicago's Southwest Side.

White Sox To Mark Pope Leo XIV's Seat At 2005 World Series Game

The artwork commemorates the first U.S.-born pope's Chicago roots and the "unifying power of baseball," the team said.

South Side Teen Goes Missing Day After 15th Birthday

Cole McCann, went missing Sunday, the day after his 15th birthday, Chicago police said.

White Sox Charities Hosting Garage Sale, Including Autographed Baseballs, Apparel At Rate Field

The proceeds of the event go to the Chicago-based organizations and nonprofits. Be advised that it is a cashless event.

5 Students Wounded In 3 Shootings Outside Chicago Public Schools In May

All five victims of the three shootings are CPS students, and all three shootings happened just after classes were dismissed for the day.

SUV Hits Chicago Police Squad Car In Englewood, Report Of Small Children Injured

There were reports that two small children were injured.

52-Year-Old Man Outside In Crowd Shot In Stomach

Chicago police said the shooter emerged from an alley and started firing into a crowd in city's East Side neighborhood.

South Shore Gas Station Shooting Leaves 1 Dead

Chicago police are investigating the fatal shooting of a 40-year-old man early Wednesday morning at a South Side gas station.

11 Students Sickened, Taken To Hospital After Eating Marijuana Edibles At South Side Chicago School

The students got sick just after 2 p.m. at Fort Dearborn Elementary School, at 9025 S. Throop St. in the Brainerd neighborhood.

Residents Alerted To 2 Public Indecency Incidents In Heart of Chicago

The man stuck his tongue out at children waiting for the school bus while performing lewd acts in Heart of Chicago, police said.

Thrive Exchange To Bring More Affordable Housing To South Chicago

The six-story mixed-use building will include 43 units of affordable housing, 84 units of luxury workforce housing rental apartments.

Dog Rescued From Lake Michigan At Calumet Beach On Chicago's South Side

It was not known late Wednesday how the dog wound up in Lake Michigan, or who the owner was.

Harlem Globetrotters Honored With Street Name In Chicago's Bronzeville Neighborhood

The team of five players first played in the Negro American Legion League, and then turned professional in 1972 as the Savoy Big Five.

Chase Bank Holds Bronzeville Seminar To Help Consumers Fight Fraud And Scams

Chase is trying to get ahead of the problem and educate consumers with some preventive medicine for the pocketbook.

Chicago Moms Living In CHA Housing Treated To Free Makeovers Ahead Of Mother's Day

The CHA hosted the event along with the Daisie Foundation. Demetra Jones, a mother of four, was among those who received a makeover.

Cops Shoot Knife-Wielding Man At Supportive Living Facility: CPD

A man armed with a knife was fatally shot by Chicago police, and a second man was found dead at a Grand Crossing supportive living facility.

2 Shootings Involving Chicago Police Reported Nearly 30 Minutes Apart On South Side

The investigation appears to be at an assisted living community. Video from the scene shows police focusing an investigation inside a home.

Mother Pleads For Driver To Surrender After Hit-And-Run Killed Woman In Chicago's Englewood Neighborhood

Someone hit Kaisha Mays, 28, as she tried crossing at 69th Street and Ashland Avenue in Englewood just after 1:30 a.m. Sunday.