Pritzker defends sanctuary laws, accuses Trump of "abuses of power": Watch Live
"Illinois follows the law, but we expect the federal govt to follow the law as well," Pritzker said.
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Chicago protest planned, calling for ICE tactical units to stand down
A Chicago protest is planned for Thursday afternoon by immigration advocates, who are calling for ICE tactical teams sent by the Trump Administration to stand down.
City officials confirm Trump sending tactical ICE teams to Chicago
City officials confirmed reports that President Trump is sending ICE tactical teams to Chicago.
Bottlenose dolphin calf born at Brookfield Zoo Chicago dies days after birth
The dolphin was born last Saturday morning to mother Allie, 38, who gave birth to the calf just before 12:30 a.m.
Lincoln Park Zoo welcomes alpacas
A new herd of alpacas are now calling Lincoln Park Zoo their home as Chicago welcomes the species for the first time in 6 years.
Girl, 4, hurt after falling from window in South Austin, police sources say
Officers also found three other children, ages 8, 11, and 13, inside the residence unsupervised.
JetBlue flight landing in Boston rolls off runway on to grass
A JetBlue flight landing at Logan Airport in Boston from Chicago rolled off the runway and on to the grass Thursday morning.
CPS offers free meals this summer in Chicago
Chicago Public Schools are providing free summer meals as part of its commitment to student health and wellness.
Dirt bike rider dies after crashing into pole on South Side, police say
It happened around 2:30 a.m. in the 7400 block of South Wabash Avenue in the Greater Grand Crossing neighborhood.
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Chicago weather: Hot with spotty showers Thursday
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Chicago's summer severe weather season could be worse than normal
Summer is Chicago's wettest season and a time when severe storms and tornadoes are most common. There are two reasons why 2025 may be worse than normal.
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IRS quiet on payment processing delays despite more reports of bills
Despite continuing reports of taxpayers receiving bills from the IRS for taxes they already paid on time, the agency has remained quiet about the problem and when it could be resolved.
Judge responds to ethics complaint over gifts to impoverished kids
CBS News Chicago Investigators has obtained a communication from a child protection judge responding to an ethics complaint for giving gifts to "abused and neglected" foster kids who appear before him.
Chicago sees a drop in auto thefts, but numbers up for certain vehicles
Auto thefts dropped in 2024, trend appears to be continuing into 2025. But a few new car brands are seeing increases. Police explained why.
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Secret Service says it’s seen an increase of drone use by law enforcement
It's not unusual to see drones in the sky. Now, the U.S. Secret Service is talking about how law enforcement uses them to keep everyone safe.
Video shows moment Boeing 787 Dreamliner crashes in India
An airliner headed to the U.K. crashed on Thursday morning with more than 240 people on board.
4-year-old girl taken to hospital after falling from window in South Austin, sources say
Police did not say where the parents or guardians were at the time of the incident.
Chicago weather: Hot with spotty showers Thursday
Temperatures range from near 90 inland to 70s by the lake with a chance for spotty showers Thursday. See the latest seven day forecast from our First Alert weather team.
Noah Wyle, "The Pitt" star, and mother advocate for health care worker support on Capitol Hill
Noah Wyle, star of medical dramas "The Pitt" and "ER," and his mother who had a long career as a surgical nurse went to Congress Thursday to advocate for more and better support for the nation's health care workers.
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White Sox get clobbered by Houston Astros a night after win
Josh Rojas had two hits for the White Sox, who fell to 7-27 on the road.
Schwarber and Bohm homer, Luzardo strikes out 10 to lead Phillies past Cubs
Kyle Schwarber homered and Jesús Luzardo struck out 10 in six innings to lead the Philadelphia Phillies to a 7-2 win over the Chicago Cubs.
Aaron Rodgers reveals he's married but his wife remains a mystery
Aaron Rodgers said after his first practice with the Pittsburgh Steelers that he got married "a couple months ago."
Robert and Smith help White Sox top Houston Astros
Edgar Quero had two RBIs as the last-place Sox won for the fourth time in five games.
Undefeated New York Liberty beat Sky
The Sky had 22 turnovers and 28 field goals.
Happ homers twice as Cubs hand the Phillies their 10th loss in 12 games
Ian Happ homered twice, including a two-run shot in the sixth inning that rallied the Chicago Cubs to a win over the Philadelphia Phillies.
Johnson says Williams putting in extra work ahead of Bears training camp
"I do think we've seen him get better in really all facets," Johnson said of the second-year quarterback's progress in spring practices.
Marsh delivers for Phillies in 11th inning to beat Cubs, Kemp has 3 hits in win
Brandon Marsh singled home the winning run in the 11th inning after the Phillies used two bunt hits to load the bases and beat the Cubs, 4-3.
Packers will release veteran CB Jaire Alexander, AP source says
A person familiar with the situation says the Green Bay Packers are planning to release veteran cornerback Jaire Alexander.
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Chicago photographer Gonzalo Guzman's pictures are worth more than 1,000 words
Chicago photographer Gonzalo Guzman loves to capture all facets of life in photos.
Beloved newsstand in Chicago's Edison Park neighborhood to close after 82 years
For 64 of the 82 years Kaage's Newsstand has been around, Mike Kaage has been the man propped up in front from 4 a.m. to 9 a.m. each day. Now, he says it's time to call it a day.
St. Sabina has been walking for peace every summer Friday for nearly 20 years
Every summer Friday in Auburn Gresham, the St. Sabina Church community gathers with Father Michael Pfleger and walks the streets for peace.
Civic Actors Studio helps leaders open up using theater techniques
The Civic Actor Studio is a four-day leadership retreat that is part of the University of Chicago's Office of Civic Engagement, which has made a profound difference in many lives.
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CIA releases more documents related to RFK assassination
The CIA released a new batch of declassified documents surrounding the assassination of Robert F. Kennedy in 1968.
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Israel is poised to launch operation on Iran, sources say
U.S. officials have been told Israel is fully ready to launch an operation into Iran, multiple sources say.
Wis. lawsuit seeks to ban Elon Musk from offering $1M checks to voters
A government watchdog group in Wisconsin has filed a lawsuit seeking to prohibit billionaire Elon Musk from ever again offering cash payments to voters in the battleground state like he did in this spring's hotly contested Supreme Court race.
Gov. JB Pritzker prepares to testify before Congress on Illinois' sanctuary laws
Aides for Pritzker said he will defend the Illinois Trust Act, saying it's fully compliant with federal law.
Inside the DOJ "rubber room," where veteran lawyers stream shows to pass time
Nearly a dozen of the government's most seasoned lawyers have been relegated to what they refer to as the Justice Dept. rubber room.
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State sides with BetMGM after canceling man's bets that would have won $400K
In March, Mark Aiello bet big on basketball, and thought he won $389,000 by correctly guessing rebounds and assists by certain Chicago Bulls players.
Suburban Chicago small business owner takes on Google over ad practices
Salah Abukhaled says Google's grip on advertising is costing him millions, and the U.S. government shares his same frustrations.
Hackers take over Chicago woman's Facebook page, post item after item for sale
Melissa Kingsbury said she received more than 25 calls and 30 text messages in the first hour after her page was hacked, asking if she was really selling items like low-priced cars in great condition.
Man says asbestos removal from Illinois house was improper and incomplete
Michael Flores has been through a tangle with asbestos, and he ran into a loophole in state policy that could leave anyone vulnerable.
Family buys house in Morton Grove, only to be stymied by seller's code violations
Sara Hovey and her husband were paying for a mortgage, rent and a litigation attorney, who apparently told her she should have been protected.
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Man breaks world cycling record in effort to raise money for MS research
Recreational cyclist Phil Fox crossed back into America around 3:30 a.m. Sunday, after spending nearly three days circumnavigating over 1,000 miles around Lake Huron by bicycle.
CDC official overseeing COVID-19 vaccine recommendations resigns
The resignation follows an order by Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to change the agency's guidance.
Will norovirus surge early again this year? CDC urges tracking of new strain
The norovirus strain GII.17 may have disrupted the seasonal pattern of outbreaks.
With weather warming, another warning about ticks all around Illinois
Warming temperatures due to climate change also help the arachnid survive.
Wildfires in Manitoba, Canada, to send smoke into Chicago area starting Friday
As anyone who was around two years ago will remember, this is not the first time a hazy, unhealthy back of air engulfed and choked Chicago.
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Suburban Chicago small business owner takes on Google over ad practices
Salah Abukhaled says Google's grip on advertising is costing him millions, and the U.S. government shares his same frustrations.
White Sox fans hope potential ownership change can make them "a great team again"
White Sox chairman Jerry Reinsdorf has reached a deal with billionaire Justin Ishbia to potentially transfer ownership starting in 2029.
Beloved newsstand in Chicago's Edison Park neighborhood to close after 82 years
For 64 of the 82 years Kaage's Newsstand has been around, Mike Kaage has been the man propped up in front from 4 a.m. to 9 a.m. each day. Now, he says it's time to call it a day.
How will U.S. Steel-Nippon Steel partnership affect economy, air quality in Gary?
Gary Mayor Eddie Melton said Nippon Steel plans to pump $1 billion in the Gary Works U.S. Steel facility — the largest steel plant in the country.
Owner of beloved American Science & Surplus worries stores might have to close
The store — which currently has locations in Uptown Park Ridge, west suburban Geneva, and Milwaukee — has been in business for nearly 90 years.
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Harvey Weinstein retrial ends in mistrial over rape charge
Harvey Weinstein's retrial in New York took another dramatic turn when the judge declared a mistrial on the last undecided charge.
Grant Park Music Festival begins 2025 season with "Rhapsody in Blue"
The free concert was held at the Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park.
Harvey Weinstein guilty of criminal sexual assault as jury reaches partial verdict
Weinstein was convicted of one of two counts of criminal sexual assault. The jury told the judge they hadn't reached a verdict on the third degree rape charge.
Brian Wilson, the Beach Boys visionary leader, dies at age 82
Brian Wilson was one of the world's most influential recording artists.
Aaron Rodgers reveals he's married but his wife remains a mystery
Aaron Rodgers said after his first practice with the Pittsburgh Steelers that he got married "a couple months ago."
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Secret Service says it’s seen an increase of drone use by law enforcement
It's not unusual to see drones in the sky. Now, the U.S. Secret Service is talking about how law enforcement uses them to keep everyone safe.
Video shows moment Boeing 787 Dreamliner crashes in India
An airliner headed to the U.K. crashed on Thursday morning with more than 240 people on board.
4-year-old girl taken to hospital after falling from window in South Austin, sources say
Police did not say where the parents or guardians were at the time of the incident.
Chicago weather: Hot with spotty showers Thursday
Temperatures range from near 90 inland to 70s by the lake with a chance for spotty showers Thursday. See the latest seven day forecast from our First Alert weather team.
Noah Wyle, "The Pitt" star, and mother advocate for health care worker support on Capitol Hill
Noah Wyle, star of medical dramas "The Pitt" and "ER," and his mother who had a long career as a surgical nurse went to Congress Thursday to advocate for more and better support for the nation's health care workers.
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Pritzker defends sanctuary laws, accuses Trump of "abuses of power": Watch Live
"Illinois follows the law, but we expect the federal govt to follow the law as well," Pritzker said.
Chicago protest planned, calling for ICE tactical units to stand down
A Chicago protest is planned for Thursday afternoon by immigration advocates, who are calling for ICE tactical teams sent by the Trump Administration to stand down.
City officials confirm Trump sending tactical ICE teams to Chicago
City officials confirmed reports that President Trump is sending ICE tactical teams to Chicago.
Bottlenose dolphin calf born at Brookfield Zoo Chicago dies days after birth
The dolphin was born last Saturday morning to mother Allie, 38, who gave birth to the calf just before 12:30 a.m.
Lincoln Park Zoo welcomes alpacas
A new herd of alpacas are now calling Lincoln Park Zoo their home as Chicago welcomes the species for the first time in 6 years.
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IRS quiet on payment processing delays despite more reports of bills
Despite continuing reports of taxpayers receiving bills from the IRS for taxes they already paid on time, the agency has remained quiet about the problem and when it could be resolved.
Judge responds to ethics complaint over gifts to impoverished kids
CBS News Chicago Investigators has obtained a communication from a child protection judge responding to an ethics complaint for giving gifts to "abused and neglected" foster kids who appear before him.
Chicago sees a drop in auto thefts, but numbers up for certain vehicles
Auto thefts dropped in 2024, trend appears to be continuing into 2025. But a few new car brands are seeing increases. Police explained why.
More than 500 boxes of ashes from Chicago Heights crematory never made it to families
The crematory was shut down after the CBS News Chicago Investigators exposed how bodies were being mishandled there.
IRS payment processing delays lead to nonpayment notices for taxes paid
Some taxpayers who paid their taxes by the April 15 deadlines are getting notices telling them they still owe money, all because of delays with the IRS electronic payment system.
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White Sox get clobbered by Houston Astros a night after win
Josh Rojas had two hits for the White Sox, who fell to 7-27 on the road.
Schwarber and Bohm homer, Luzardo strikes out 10 to lead Phillies past Cubs
Kyle Schwarber homered and Jesús Luzardo struck out 10 in six innings to lead the Philadelphia Phillies to a 7-2 win over the Chicago Cubs.
Aaron Rodgers reveals he's married but his wife remains a mystery
Aaron Rodgers said after his first practice with the Pittsburgh Steelers that he got married "a couple months ago."
Robert and Smith help White Sox top Houston Astros
Edgar Quero had two RBIs as the last-place Sox won for the fourth time in five games.
Undefeated New York Liberty beat Sky
The Sky had 22 turnovers and 28 field goals.
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Harvey Weinstein retrial ends in mistrial over rape charge
Harvey Weinstein's retrial in New York took another dramatic turn when the judge declared a mistrial on the last undecided charge.
Freight train burglaries, sales of stolen cargo are a lucrative business, authorities say
Cargo thieves usually target items that are in high demand or have big price tags. The stolen goods are then sold at 100% profit.
Aurora, Illinois chiropractor faces more sexual abuse counts
At his court appearance Tuesday, Judge Brian Telander granted Hameed pretrial release over prosecutors' objection, according to the DuPage County State's Attorney's office.
White House urges court not to dismiss case against Wisconsin judge
The Trump administration argues that charges should not be dropped against a Wisconsin judge indicted for allegedly helping a man who is in the country evade U.S. immigration agents seeking to arrest him in her courthouse.
Smuggler stopped with lizards, tarantulas, possums, authorities say
Indian customs officers caught a passenger arriving from Thailand carrying nearly 100 creatures including lizards, sunbirds and possums, India's government says.
