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Highland Park police shoot, kill man armed with knife during well-being check
Police in Highland Park, Illinois, shot and killed a man they said was armed with a knife during a well-being check early Friday morning. According to Highland Park officials, officers conducted a well-being check of a man in the roadway in the 900 block of Half Day Road just before 5 a.m. Police said the man "quickly charged at officers with a knife," prompting officers to fire shots. The Highland Park Fire Department arrived minutes later and tried to help stabilize the man. Officials said life-saving measures were not successful, and the man died on the scene. The Lake County Major Crimes Task Force is conducting an independent investigation. The area will remain closed between Western and Compton avenues due to police activity. This is a developing story. CBS News Chicago will continue to provide updates.
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4 days ago
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Mayor Johnson among speakers at annual Juneteenth flag-raising ceremony at Daley Plaza
The annual Juneteenth flag-raising ceremony, featuring guest speakers including Mayor Brandon Johnson, was held Monday morning at Daley Plaza. June 19 is now a federal holiday, marking the day union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas, and announced the freedom of enslaved African Americans more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. The ceremony was held at 10 a.m. It comes after the Beverly and Morgan Park neighborhoods held their sixth annual Juneteenth Family Fest, and the 11th annual Juneteenth parade in Garfield Park over the weekend. CBS News Chicago was a proud media sponsor of the family fest.
Yahoo
09-06-2025
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McDonald's shutters 6 locations around Chicago's iconic Loop area — why it may be pulling back on its presence
Those looking for a quick bite of McDonald's in the heart of downtown Chicago might have to look elsewhere. Six locations in close proximity within and around the city's iconic downtown neighborhood — the Loop — have closed, according to CBS News Chicago. Now, there are only four left in the central business district. And they're not the only commercial spaces to shut down. Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now become a landlord for as little as $100 — and no, you don't have to deal with tenants or fix freezers. Here's how I'm 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should I do? Don't panic. Here are 6 of the easiest ways you can catch up (and fast) Nervous about the stock market in 2025? Find out how you can access this $1B private real estate fund (with as little as $10) However, Michael Edwards, President and CEO of the Chicago Loop Alliance, doesn't view the closures as a bad omen. In fact, he believes the area is seeing an economic rebound. 'First quarter of this year, a million people came down,' Edwards told the local broadcaster in a story published May 19, '$280 million in economic impact.' He added: 'Every day, there's something new and improved.' Downtown foot traffic on weekends is higher than pre-pandemic levels, reports CBS News Chicago. So, why are some businesses not seeing the economic benefits of staying in the area? High rent may be a hindrance for local businesses. Many commercial spaces in the Loop currently rent between $23 and $50 per square foot each year, LoopNet shows, which can translate into paying hundreds of thousands of dollars annually for the space alone. Sprinkle in additional costs like renovations, utilities, hiring staff and other overhead expenses, and it becomes a pricey venture to run a business in the Loop. Edwards says the area tends to attract large national retailers, but he notes many seem to be downsizing. When asked about the restaurant closures, CBS News Chicago says McDonald's didn't give a definitive reason why they shut down. An 'outside source' told the news outlet one of the locations may have closed because of crime and tensions with homeless people. Read more: Want an extra $1,300,000 when you retire? Dave Ramsey says — and that 'anyone' can do it According to the National Restaurant Association, food and labor costs for the average restaurant have risen 35% in the last five years. Rising costs are eating into pre-tax margins, which is around 5% for a typical restaurant. But the price of doing business in the Loop isn't scaring off everybody. A Mexican restaurant, Momento, recently opened its doors, per CBS News Chicago, and Amorino, a gelato joint, is set to open a second location in the area. All are owned by Christopher Roldan, who expressed a lot of faith in the district. 'From all of the 300 [Amorino] locations, 19 countries, this one in Chicago is the number one in sales,' Roldan told the broadcaster. 'We have proof that this area works.' A survey published by LendingTree last year found that while 3-in-4 Americans would typically munch on fast food at least once a week, 62% reported eating it less often due to rising prices. In fact, 78% of survey respondents viewed fast food as a luxury because it has become more expensive. Half also said they view it as a luxury because they're struggling financially. Same-store sales in the U.S. fell around 3.6% in the first quarter of 2025 at McDonald's, which is the lowest for the restaurant chain since 2020, according to multiple news outlets. McDonald's CEO Christopher Kempczinski said visits to fast food restaurants were down 'nearly double digits' among low- and middle-income consumers so far this year compared to early 2024. Despite this, McDonald's announced on May 12 it plans to hire 375,000 workers across the country this summer, and seeks to add 900 new locations by 2027. It's not known if any new locations will be brought back to the Loop. In the meantime, residents, workers and visitors in the Loop may have to reach for different meal options in the area. Rich, young Americans are ditching the stormy stock market — here are the alternative assets they're banking on instead How much cash do you plan to keep on hand after you retire? Here are 3 of the biggest reasons you'll need a substantial stash of savings in retirement Robert Kiyosaki warns of a 'Greater Depression' coming to the US — with millions of Americans going poor. But he says these 2 'easy-money' assets will bring in 'great wealth'. How to get in now Here are 5 'must have' items that Americans (almost) always overpay for — and very quickly regret. How many are hurting you? Like what you read? 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USA Today
09-06-2025
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Man arrested after Chicago police officer killed by friendly fire
Man arrested after Chicago police officer killed by friendly fire Show Caption Hide Caption Man charged in connection with Chicago cop's shooting death A court document reveals what allegedly happened when Chicago Police Officer Krystal Rivera was accidentally shot and killed by another officer during a foot chase. Fox - 32 Chicago A man has been arrested in connection to a June 5 shooting that killed Chicago Police Officer Krystal Rivera. The Chicago Police Department announced on June 8 that Adrian Rucker, 25, has been charged with four felonies related to the incident. The charges include one count each of armed violence, possessing a firearm without a valid Firearm Owners Identification Card, possessing a fraudulent ID card and possession of an amount of a controlled substance. He was also apprehended for six outstanding warrants. Rivera, 36, was killed by friendly fire when she and other officers were pursuing a suspect around 10 p.m. local time on June 5, CPD said. During the encounter, another officer discharged their weapon and accidentally struck Rivera. She was transported to the hospital where she died from her injuries, CPD Superintendent Larry Snelling said at a press conference. Shooting: 2 dead after shooting near famous Bellagio fountains in Las Vegas Officers were confronted by a rifle before fatal shooting Before the shooting, Rivera and other officers were attempting to stop a male suspect they believed to be armed in the 8200 block of South Drexel Avenue in Chicago, Snelling said at the press conference. The suspect fled on foot, and the officers pursued him, following him into an apartment. "When the officers followed into that location, they were then confronted by a second person who was in that apartment, who was armed with a rifle pointed at the officers," Snelling said. At some point during the encounter, one of the other officers discharged their weapon, striking Rivera, CPD said in the June 8 release. Rucker was later identified as the suspect who allegedly aimed a rifle at officers, CPD said. The other suspect involved in the pursuit was also charged and placed into custody, according to CPD. During a court appearance on June 8, a judge denied Rucker's release in a courtroom filled with fellow officers, according to CBS News Chicago and Chicago Sun Times. Rucker is expected to appear in court again on June 10 and June 12, according to the Cook County Sheriff's Office website. Slain Chicago police officer was 'young, vibrant and a hard worker' Rivera had been on the job for four years, Snelling said. She left behind a young daughter. Snelling said Rivera was "young, vibrant and a hard worker." "She did great work, and if you talk to anyone on her team, they would tell you how great of a worker she was," he said. He also asked for prayers for Rivera's family and emphasized "the risk that she took every single day when she came out to do her job." Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson also said during the press conference that the city is "mourning and grieving together over this tragic loss." "Her young, energetic and bold approach towards keeping us safe is the memory that we will honor," Johnson said. Melina Khan is a national trending reporter for USA TODAY. She can be reached at
Yahoo
29-05-2025
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This Illinois man was attacked online after scammers shopped at his store with SNAP funds stolen from Texas
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, is the country's biggest food-benefit program, according to the USDA. In 2023, an average of 42.1 million people received monthly SNAP benefits. The USDA says that over 250,000 retailers across the U.S. accept SNAP benefits. However, one Illinois retailer recently got into trouble for that. Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now become a landlord for as little as $100 — and no, you don't have to deal with tenants or fix freezers. Here's how I'm 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should I do? Don't panic. Here are 5 of the easiest ways you can catch up (and fast) Nervous about the stock market in 2025? Find out how you can access this $1B private real estate fund (with as little as $10) According to a CBS News Chicago report, Alsham Supermarket and Bakery in Lombard, Illinois, was on the receiving end of bad online reviews after SNAP recipients in other states had their benefits fraudulently used there. But Ardavan Nazari, who owns the store, insists he did nothing wrong. "People, they point their fingers. They're upset and they're mad because somebody stole their information. But the one who stole the information is not us," Nazari told CBS News Chicago. Unfortunately, it's not difficult for criminals to steal people's SNAP benefits. The process is similar to stealing a credit card or debit card number. Criminals can use skimming devices and hidden cameras to capture SNAP EBT data. EBT is the electronic system that lets SNAP users pay for purchases using their benefits. Think of it as a SNAP-specific debit card. Once criminals have that data, they can replicate actual SNAP EBT cards and use whatever funds are on them to buy things for themselves. That's what happened at Nazari's Chicago-area store. When the situation became clear, customers started writing negative reviews online about Alsham Supermarket and Bakery stealing their money. Nazari was upset when he saw the accusations. "I have been here five years, working very hard on this store," he told CBS News. "We're working hard here to get good reviews, good staff, good inventory." Nazari tried contacting some of the people who wrote negative reviews about his business. "I start asking them over the phone questions like, 'Somebody stole your card? Or you give your card to someone?'" he told CBS News. "And they said, 'No, we have the card in the hand.'" Two of the people whose SNAP benefits were used at Nazari's store live in Houston. In late February, Kimberley Edwards tried to use her SNAP benefits at a local store and was told by the cashier that she only had $13 left. "It was just devastating," she told CBS News. "My main concern was, how was I going to supply food for my son?" Read more: This is how American car dealers use the '4-square method' to make big profits off you — and how you can ensure you pay a fair price for all your vehicle costs When Edwards checked to see where her balance had gone, she saw a $432 transaction for Alsham Supermarket and Bakery. "I've never been to Illinois," she said. Something similar happened to another Texas resident, Lakeda Cunningham, in April. "I went to Dollar General to purchase drinks, and when I swiped the card and put the code in, the cashier told me that it was insufficient funds," Cunningham told CBS News. "I was like, 'That's not possible because my money just posted on April 18th, six days ago." It turned out someone had used Cunningham's SNAP benefits to charge $162.11 at Alsham Supermarket and Bakery that same day. "I've never been to Illinois," Cunningham said. "Period." The USDA says that in the fourth quarter of 2024, approximately 446,000 fraudulent SNAP transactions were reported, affecting almost 144,000 households. In Illinois, SNAP fraud has been a huge issue. From October 2022 to December 2024, almost $21 million in SNAP benefits were stolen, CBS News reported, citing data from the Illinois Department of Human Services. That amounted to almost 124,000 fraudulent transactions and impacted over 38,000 households. The state urges anyone experiencing SNAP fraud to report it here. But while SNAP fraud clearly has the potential to hurt the program's beneficiaries, it can also hurt innocent retailers, including small businesses like Alsham Supermarket and Bakery. Part of the reason Nazari's store was targeted was that he carries an array of expensive and unique items — something that could attract customers and criminals equally. Jim Morley, assistant special agent-in-charge with the U.S. Secret Service in Chicago, told CBS News that stores like Nazari's tend to be popular with scammers because their inventory isn't just pricey but also hard to find elsewhere. "Oftentimes, we see a particular store getting targeted because they're selling merchandise that the criminal is able to resell," Morley explained. Nazari, meanwhile, is taking steps to prevent future SNAP fraud at his business now that he's aware of the issue. He filed a report with the Lombard police as a starting point. He also gave them video and receipt copies related to the fraud Cunningham experienced in the hopes of helping law enforcement catch the scammer. He also installed 12 security cameras. The USDA has tips for retailers to help prevent SNAP fraud. It says to inspect point-of-sale machines and PIN pads regularly for tampering or skimming devices. It also suggests using cameras to monitor checkout areas and never allowing unscheduled service visits for point-of-sale equipment. The USDA also urges retailers to train employees to spot suspicious behavior. Charging a large amount of luxury items on a SNAP EBT card could be one red flag. Finally, any retailer that thinks it has been targeted by SNAP scammers should contact local law enforcement and its point-of-sale equipment provider. It should also call the USDA Office of Inspector General Hotline at 1-800-424-9121. Want an extra $1,300,000 when you retire? Dave Ramsey says this 7-step plan 'works every single time' to kill debt, get rich in America — and that 'anyone' can do it Rich, young Americans are ditching the stormy stock market — here are the alternative assets they're banking on instead Robert Kiyosaki warns of a 'Greater Depression' coming to the US — with millions of Americans going poor. But he says these 2 'easy-money' assets will bring in 'great wealth'. 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