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Jury selection begins Monday in federal trial of R. Kelly
The singer is charged with child pornography and obstruction of justice.
2 hospitalized after shooting in parking lot at Six Flags Great America in Gurnee
The shooting happened around 7:50 p.m. as the park was closing.
Highland Park considering resolution calling for assault weapons ban
A proposed resolution is going before the City Council Monday night.
Investigation continues into boat accident in the 'Playpen' that left two injured
A licensed captain shared some insight into what may have gone wrong.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Dry week ahead
Monday's temperatures will be in the upper 70s.
Broadway in Chicago hosts free concert in Millennium Park on Monday night
"It's going to be like a buffet of musical theater for everyone who wants to come out."
Rep. Robin Kelly celebrates passage of 'Reese's Law' for warning labels, child resistant closures
"We hear everyday how sharing her story has made people more aware of the risks and how she is saving lives."
7 dead, 40 wounded in weekend shootings in Chicago
At least seven people are dead and 40 others are wounded in shootings across the city as of Saturday.
Man shot during argument at CTA 69th Red Line station
A man is shot during an argument at the 69th Red Line Station Sunday night.
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Chicago First Alert Weather: Dry week ahead
Monday's temperatures will be in the upper 70s.
How Weather Works: Tornado Terminology
It's time to talk about tornadoes.
What First Alert Weather means to you
As CBS2 Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon explains, First Alert Weather is not a slogan. It is a promise
Meet The First Alert Weather team
CBS2 News Chicago's weather forecast model — First Alert — helps digital users and traditional television viewers stay on top of Chicago's dynamic weather.
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Offer to buy timeshare for over $1 million turns out to be elaborate scam
The timeshare owner says the business sent him elaborate emails and documentation, but the requests for money went on and on – until he was out more than $300,000.
$33.5 million verdict ordered against Village of Dolton in deadly 2016 crash involving police
Attorneys say it all started with a driver rolling through a stop sign.
New motion in R. Kelly case claims deceptive practices by former lead prosecutor
With the Chicago federal trial for R. Kelly and two of his associates set to begin in less than two weeks, attorneys for one of the defendants – Derrell McDavid – filed a bizarre motion in court Wednesday.
Englewood building residents go for 12 days without water service
That length of time made for a rough situation for people living in the building, and raised questions about why it took so long.
How did a driver end up going the wrong way on I-90, causing crash that killed six?
The Illinois Secretary of State's office said the women, Jennifer Fernandez of Carpentersville, had a valid driver's license and no offenses on her record.
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Broadway in Chicago hosts free concert in Millennium Park on Monday night
From "Dear Evan Hansen" to the high flying songs from "Wicked" and the jukebox musical "Tina" - Chicago is celebrating its love for theater Monday night with a special free concert at Millennium Park.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Sun peeks through clouds
CBS 2 meteorologist Laura Bannon has a look at the forecast.
Rep. Robin Kelly celebrates passage of 'Reese's Law' for warning labels, child resistant closures
The law is named for 18-month-old Reese Hamsmith, who died in 2020 after swallowing a button battery from a remote. More than 3,500 people accidentally swallow them every year.
2 hospitalized after shooting in parking lot at Six Flags Great America in Gurnee
Police said a white sedan drove into the parking lot and towards the entrance of the park. Police said multiple suspects got out of the car and started shooting at someone in the parking lot.
Jury selection begins Monday in federal trial of R. Kelly
The singer is charged with child pornography and obstruction of justice.
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School in Lakeview launches 'L' train art fundraiser to ensure all students can take school trips
"We wanted to make sure that finances were not a barrier whatsoever for any of our students for our travel," said Hawthorne principal Trish Davlantes.
Chicago community organizations come together to meet challenges with new school year coming
Between COVID, rising prices, and staffing shortages, the need is great.
Multiple cars hit by party bus in Northalsted neighborhood
People on Chicago's North Side were forced to run for safety as an out-of-control party bus sideswiped a string of cars Saturday.
New men's homeless shelter in Rogers Park has green light, but not everyone likes the idea
"Our community's feelings about this are complex and the concerns are complex," said Ald. Maria Hadden (49th).
South Shore block club shows power in numbers; fights for services and amenities
Block clubs have long been a bedrock in Chicago and help bring communities together.
Chicago shelters say inflation driving more people to use their services
So far this year, the centers have served 2,163 guests. Last year in total, the number was 422.
Love Fridges seek to nourish Chicago communities with food and support
The Chicago Love Fridge is celebrating its second year operating free community refrigerators around the city.
Two artists seek to create community with La Esquina center in Pilsen
CBS 2's Marybel González spoke Thursday to the founders about their mission.
Pilsen couple transformed home into butterfly sanctuary, want to pay efforts forward
"It feels like you are giving life to the world," said Claudia Galeno-Sanchez.
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Pollock, Vaughn homer, White Sox beat Tigers 5-3
AJ Pollock and Andrew Vaughn homered, Lance Lynn threw six solid innings and the Chicago White Sox beat the Detroit Tigers 5-3 on Sunday to complete a three-game sweep.
Barrero gets key hit as Reds stop 5 game sweep with win over Cubs
Jose Barrero hit a tiebreaking RBI single in Cincinnati's three-run fifth inning, and the Reds stopped a five-game slide with an 8-5 victory over the Chicago Cubs on Sunday.
Vaughn hits tiebreaking single, White Sox beat Tigers 6-4
Andrew Vaughn hit a tiebreaking single in the seventh inning for the second consecutive night, AJ Pollock homered in the eighth and the Chicago White Sox beat the Detroit Tigers 6-4 on Saturday night.
Happ leads homer barrage, Cubs power past struggling Reds
Ian Happ, Willson Contreras and Franmil Reyes homered, and the Chicago Cubs beat the stumbling Cincinnati Reds 7-2 on Saturday night.
NFL players union president blasts Soldier Field conditions
The president of the NFL Players Association blasted the conditions at Soldier Field on Saturday, and he didn't exactly get an argument from the Chicago Bears or Kansas City Chiefs after their preseason game.
Mahomes has TD, safety Reid kicks PAT, Chiefs lose to Bears
Patrick Mahomes sure looked like he was ready to go. The one-time MVP, Super Bowl champion and four-time Pro Bowler made it look easy in his short time on the field.
Kopech Ks 11, Vaughn hits 2-run single as Sox beat Tigers
Kopech was lifted despite blanking the Tigers on 85 pitches throught six innings.
Fans to get first glimpse at new-look Bears in first preseason game against Chiefs
Saturday's matchup will also mark the return of former head coach Matt Nagy, who serves on the Chiefs' staff.
Sky lose to Las Vegas Aces, are now tied for first with them
The Las Vegas Aces beat the Chicago Sky on Thursday night to move atop the WNBA standings with one game remaining.
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Jury selection begins Monday in federal trial of R. Kelly
The singer is charged with child pornography and obstruction of justice.
2 hospitalized after shooting in parking lot at Six Flags Great America in Gurnee
The shooting happened around 7:50 p.m. as the park was closing.
Highland Park considering resolution calling for assault weapons ban
A proposed resolution is going before the City Council Monday night.
Investigation continues into boat accident in the 'Playpen' that left two injured
A licensed captain shared some insight into what may have gone wrong.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Dry week ahead
Monday's temperatures will be in the upper 70s.
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Offer to buy timeshare for over $1 million turns out to be elaborate scam
The timeshare owner says the business sent him elaborate emails and documentation, but the requests for money went on and on – until he was out more than $300,000.
$33.5 million verdict ordered against Village of Dolton in deadly 2016 crash involving police
Attorneys say it all started with a driver rolling through a stop sign.
New motion in R. Kelly case claims deceptive practices by former lead prosecutor
With the Chicago federal trial for R. Kelly and two of his associates set to begin in less than two weeks, attorneys for one of the defendants – Derrell McDavid – filed a bizarre motion in court Wednesday.
Englewood building residents go for 12 days without water service
That length of time made for a rough situation for people living in the building, and raised questions about why it took so long.
How did a driver end up going the wrong way on I-90, causing crash that killed six?
The Illinois Secretary of State's office said the women, Jennifer Fernandez of Carpentersville, had a valid driver's license and no offenses on her record.
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CBS 2 Legal Analyst Irv Miller on Mar-a-Lago search: an arrest warrant doesn't necessarily follow a search warrant
"Getting a search warrant is the first step toward gathering evidence," Miller said. "There might not be any crime committed and the document just sits in a file and that's the end of the story."
Mar-a-Lago search warrant released, reveals FBI seized top-secret classified documents
The Justice Department is investigating the former president for potential Espionage Act violations.
Trump lawyers agree to public release of Mar-a-Lago search warrant
The Justice Department asked a federal court to unseal the warrant, citing public interest in the case, and Trump said he encouraged its release.
DOJ moves to unseal search warrant used to seize docs from Trump's home
Attorney General Merrick Garland revealed he "personally approved" the extraordinary decision to seek the warrant.
Trump team mulls releasing Mar-a-Lago warrant, inventory, video, photos
The Justice Department asked a judge to unseal the search warrant and inventory, but Trump lawyers are considering releasing material prior to a ruling.
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Thefts of Kias and Hyundais are skyrocketing, up 767% this summer in Cook County
In light of the crime trend, law enforcement wants everyone to know what's going on and how best to protect themselves and their cars.
Judge finds Walgreens contributed to San Francisco's opioid crisis
U.S. District Judge Charles Breyer said, for more than a decade, Walgreens pharmacies in San Francisco dispensed hundreds of thousands of opioid prescriptions without performing enough due diligence.
Illinois AG warns of scam using phony websites to target banking customers
The scammers make the websites look real as they trick customers to enter their information to create a bank account.
Are we in a recession? An expert says yes, but there's a sliver of good news about falling prices
The GDP a measure of total spending on goods and services across the economy, fell at an annual rate of 0.9 percent, the Commerce Department said Thursday.
Inflation is at 40-year high, and one expert says cost of living is even worse than numbers say
The Consumer Price Index reports the price of gas skyrocketed nearly 60 percent over the last year – and it's of course far from the only commodity affected.
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After he and his partner had monkeypox, fitness trainer warns 'how much of a joke this isn't'
The pain was so excruciating that a prescribed opioid didn't even help – that was Carson Twitchell's experience after he contracted monkeypox last month.
Chicago expecting 20,000 more monkeypox doses in coming weeks.
Chicago's top health official says the rush is on to get more monkeypox vaccine doses to those who need them, as infections continue to rise.
Chicago launches public health plan for monkeypox
The United States now counts more infections from the virus than any other country in the world. Since May, cases have grown from zero to 6,617.
U.S. declares monkeypox outbreak a public health emergency
The declaration could help the federal government respond as the number of cases grows and demand for the vaccine far exceeds supply around the country.
Are "Novids" special or just lucky at avoiding COVID-19?
It's estimated that more than 70% of Americans have had COVID, but we all know someone who says they've never had it.
Business
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Hyde Park native to open Illinois' first Black-owned cannabis company
The artist is launching "93 Boyz" this weekend.
Neighbors push back against proposal for gun shop, shooting range in Long Grove
The Long Grove village manager said he has received hundreds of emails about the proposal for a Range USA shop
Groupon lays off 500 employees
The departments affected include technology and sales.
Camp Aramoni brings boutique camping experience to site less than two hours away from Chicago
In the town of Tonica – less than two hours away from Chicago and right next to Starved Rock State Park – a hidden treasure sits on 96 acres of preserved land.
New 'first class' theatre at Wheeling Town Center hopes to draw back in-person crowds
Operators of the new theatre hope enhancing the experience will draw back crowds not since since before the pandemic.
Sports
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Pollock, Vaughn homer, White Sox beat Tigers 5-3
AJ Pollock and Andrew Vaughn homered, Lance Lynn threw six solid innings and the Chicago White Sox beat the Detroit Tigers 5-3 on Sunday to complete a three-game sweep.
Barrero gets key hit as Reds stop 5 game sweep with win over Cubs
Jose Barrero hit a tiebreaking RBI single in Cincinnati's three-run fifth inning, and the Reds stopped a five-game slide with an 8-5 victory over the Chicago Cubs on Sunday.
Vaughn hits tiebreaking single, White Sox beat Tigers 6-4
Andrew Vaughn hit a tiebreaking single in the seventh inning for the second consecutive night, AJ Pollock homered in the eighth and the Chicago White Sox beat the Detroit Tigers 6-4 on Saturday night.
Happ leads homer barrage, Cubs power past struggling Reds
Ian Happ, Willson Contreras and Franmil Reyes homered, and the Chicago Cubs beat the stumbling Cincinnati Reds 7-2 on Saturday night.
NFL players union president blasts Soldier Field conditions
The president of the NFL Players Association blasted the conditions at Soldier Field on Saturday, and he didn't exactly get an argument from the Chicago Bears or Kansas City Chiefs after their preseason game.
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Actor Anne Heche 'not expected to survive' after crashing into Mar Vista home, rep says
Actor Anne Heche was placed in a medically induced coma a few days after crashing her car into a Mar Vista home last Friday.
Olivia Newton-John, beloved singer and actress, dies at 73
Her husband John Easterling announced her passing on her Facebook page.
Elton John stops to see preview of Broadway In Chicago's 'The Devil Wears Prada'
A preview performance of Broadway in Chicago's new show "The Devil Wears Prada" had a very special guest in attendance this week.
Ambulance transports, arrests at Lollapalooza down this year compared with last
The Office of Emergency Management and Communications said 68 people were transported by ambulance from Lollapalooza this year, compared with 102 last year.
Lightfoot announces 10-year deal extension to host Lollapalooza in Chicago
Lightfoot's office said the deal comes with an "estimated future financial impact of nearly $4 billion for the Chicago economy."
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Broadway in Chicago hosts free concert in Millennium Park on Monday night
From "Dear Evan Hansen" to the high flying songs from "Wicked" and the jukebox musical "Tina" - Chicago is celebrating its love for theater Monday night with a special free concert at Millennium Park.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Sun peeks through clouds
CBS 2 meteorologist Laura Bannon has a look at the forecast.
2 hospitalized after shooting in parking lot at Six Flags Great America in Gurnee
Police said a white sedan drove into the parking lot and towards the entrance of the park. Police said multiple suspects got out of the car and started shooting at someone in the parking lot.
Rep. Robin Kelly celebrates passage of 'Reese's Law' for warning labels, child resistant closures
The law is named for 18-month-old Reese Hamsmith, who died in 2020 after swallowing a button battery from a remote. More than 3,500 people accidentally swallow them every year.
Jury selection begins Monday in federal trial of R. Kelly
The singer is charged with child pornography and obstruction of justice.
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