Dozens of decomposed remains found at Chicago funeral home, sparking probe

More than 50 bodies were found on the property of the South Chicago Chapel funeral home on Chicago’s Southeast Side, in various states of decomposition. The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office and police are investigating with the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, and it could take days to identify the remains and sort death certificates. Neighbors reported a foul odor as authorities work to determine disposition and notify families.