Elyssa Kaufman

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Digital News Producer at WBBM-TV (Chicago, IL)

Digital News Producer @cbschicago

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Car windows damaged during dealership break-in on Chicago's South Side

5 days ago | cbsnews.com | Elyssa Kaufman

A car dealership on Chicago's South Side was broken into early Monday morning, Chicago police confirmed. According to the Chicago Police Department, a group of four to five people damaged the gate outside the dealership in the 2700 block of South Michigan Avenue around 4:30 a.m. Police said the group then shattered the front driver's side windows of two parked cars. It is unclear at this time if anything was taken from the dealership during the break-in. No arrests have been made.
Pedestrian hit by car on Eisenhower Expressway

5 days ago | cbsnews.com | Elyssa Kaufman

Pedestrian hit by car on I-290 A pedestrian was hit on the Eisenhower Expressway in Oak Park on Sunday night. Illinois State Police said the pedestrian was hit by a car in the outbound lanes of I-290 near Pulaski Road around 11 p.m.The pedestrian was taken to a local hospital with injuries, state police said. Their condition is unknown at this time. All lanes reopened around 4:35 a.m.The cause of the crash was not immediately known.
Celebrate 2025 Pride Month in Chicago with parades, festivals, and more

6 days ago | cbsnews.com | Elyssa Kaufman

Pride month is underway in Chicago, and that means it's time for celebrations throughout the city and suburbs. From parades, to performances, and festivals, check out some of the Pride events happening throughout the month. Chicago Pride Fest From June 21 to June 22, Pride Fest will take over Northalsted on Halsted Street between Addison and Grace streets. The event is free to attend, but a $20 donation is suggested to support performers and festival workers.
Chicago's Shedd Aquarium celebrating 95th anniversary

1 week ago | cbsnews.com | Elyssa Kaufman

Chicago's beloved Shedd Aquarium is celebrating its 95th anniversary. The iconic aquarium first opened on May 30th, 1930. A gala will be held in September to honor the "Shedd's impact on aquatic science, conservation and community." The Shedd is currently undergoing a massive renovation, ahead of its centennial in 2030. Last year, Shedd officials announced plans to open a new learning center with education programs. The aquarium's new structure will be just steps away from its galleries.
"Alligator Robb" know for capturing Chicago's "Chance the Snapper" speaking at Field Museum

1 week ago | cbsnews.com | Elyssa Kaufman

Chicago's beloved wildlife expert Frank "Alligator" Robb will be a guest speaker at the Field Museum in June. Robb will speak as part of the museum's "Meet a Scientist" series on June 6. The alligator expert stepped in to capture "Chance the Snapper," an American alligator who became a citywide sensation in the summer of 2019 when he was spotted swimming in the Humboldt Park lagoon.
96-year-old dies nearly a week after high-rise fire on Chicago's Near West Side

1 week ago | cbsnews.com | Elyssa Kaufman

A 96-year-old woman died nearly a week after an apartment fire at a high-rise on Chicago's Near West Side on Thursday night. A fire broke out inside a unit of West Point Plaza, a 21-story high-rise, in the 300 block of South Damen Avenue, on May 22, around 10:30 a.m.Police said three people were taken to local hospitals with smoke inhalation. The 96-year-old woman was taken to a local hospital in critical condition. The victim, identified as Viola Orr, died almost a week later.
CTA Blue Line service shut down for medical emergency, delays expected for Chicago commuters

1 week ago | cbsnews.com | Elyssa Kaufman

A Blue Line station parts of the train route are shut down on Chicago's West Side on Friday morning. Chicago Transit Authority officials confirmed Milwaukee CTA Blue Line train service is temporarily suspended between Damen and Racine due to a medical emergency on the tracks. Commuters are being asked to seek alternate routes. Alternative routes include bus No. 56 Milwaukee, No. 70 Division, No. 66 Chicago, and No. 65 Grand, and No. 20 Madison. Shuttle buses are available from Damen to LaSalle.
Man attacked, shot on Chicago's South Side

1 week ago | cbsnews.com | Elyssa Kaufman

A man was shot on Chicago's South Side early Friday morning, the Chicago Police Department said. Just before 4 a.m., Chicago police said a 40-year-old man was approached by another man in the 10800 block of South Eggleston Avenue. Police said the man who approached hit the 40-year-old in the back of the head with a gun. There was a physical fight before shots were fired at the 40-year-old man, police said. The victim was shot in the leg.
Man dies in shootout with police in Hickory Hills, Illinois

1 week ago | cbsnews.com | Elyssa Kaufman

A man died after a shootout with police in southwest suburban Hickory Hills on Thursday night. Around 8:45 p.m., police said officers responded to an armed robbery at a gas station, 95th Street and Roberts Road, when a man fired shots at the officers. Police said the officers then fired back. Hickory Hills police said the man then ran into an alley, where he was found shot in the head. The man was taken to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
Chicago police officer shot, man killed in Humboldt Park

1 week ago | cbsnews.com | Elyssa Kaufman

A man is dead and a Chicago police officer is hospitalized after a shooting in Humboldt Park on Thursday night. Just after 10:30 a.m., Chicago police said tactical officers tried to stop a man in an alley in the 4300 block of W. North Avenue. As officers approached, police said the man took off running into a backyard. Police said when officers caught up to him and tried to detain him, the man's gun went off, hitting the police officer in the leg.