Driver crashes into building in South Shore, Chicago police say

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Saturday, December 27, 2025
Driver crashes into building in South Shore neighborhood, police say

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Chicago police are investigating after a woman allegedly drove through a building on the city's South Side.

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The crash happened on Saturday at about 1:20 a.m. in the 7800-block of S. Exchange Street, Chicago police said.

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A woman was speeding northbound when she jumped a curb and crashed into a building.

The woman driving was injured and taken to U of C; police said she is expected to be OK.

A female passenger refused treatment.

Chicago police citations were pending.

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