Overnight storms leave flooding, damage across Illinois
Residents across Illinois are waking up to storm damage and flooding on Wednesday morning after severe weather overnight.
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Widow, son of Cook Co. Comr. Dennis Deer found fatally shot in West Side home
The widow and son of late Cook County Commissioner Dennis Deer were found shot to death on Chicago's West Side on Tuesday.
Pair from Melrose Park charged, accused of stealing luxury items from Palm Beach hotel
Police said the pair from Melrose Park made reservations at the hotel, but they checked out wearing handcuffs.
Dozens of school buses damaged on Chicago's West Side
Over 30 school buses were damaged in Chicago's West Humboldt Park neighborhood.
Crash-and-grab burglars strike 2 Chicago businesses in separate incidents
Less than 24 hours after a crash-and-grab ATM burglary at a BP station in River North, there have been two more such burglaries in Chicago — one on the Northwest Side, the other on the South.
3 taken to hospital after apartment building fire in Rogers Park
Three people were rushed to the hospital early Wednesday morning after a fire broke out in an apartment building in Chicago's Rogers Park neighborhood.
Vetoed freeze on tipped wage hikes, cab fare increase on Chicago City Council agenda
The City Council meeting set for Wednesday has a stacked agenda, addressing everything from a multimillion-dollar police settlement to honoring a high school scholastic bowl team.
Hartsfield-Jackson holds title of world's busiest airport, not Chicago's O'Hare, report shows
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is once again the world's busiest airport for passenger traffic, holding onto the top spot even as another major U.S. hub leads in a different category.
Clavicular suffers suspected overdose in Miami: "That was brutal"
Miami Fire said crews were called to the corner of 9th Street and South Miami Avenue in Brickell after getting reports of a possible overdose of a 20-year-old man.
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Why do we have seasons?
Chicago has four seasons (or more, depending on who you ask), but what exactly makes the seasons change throughout the year?
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Oswego District 308 parents claim summer remedial program targets minorities
Some parents in southwest suburban Oswego are fired up, saying the school district invited all non-white students to participate in summer remedial programming, regardless of how they're doing in school.
Proposed Illinois law would expand to power access through 'plug-in' panels
New proposed Illinois legislation would allow renters or people who can't install massive rooftop panels to also harness the power of the sun.
City refused to pay when rusty light pole fell on Bucktown woman's car
When a rusty light pole snapped and fell on a woman's car in Bucktown, causing thousands of dollars in damage, she thought the city would pay for it. She was wrong.
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Catalytic converters stolen from dozens of school buses on Chicago's West Side
Catalytic converters were stolen from over 30 school buses in Chicago's West Humboldt Park neighborhood.
Kanye West postpones show in Marseille, France
The postponement follows reports that France’s interior minister was trying to block Ye from performing.
Widow, son of Cook County Commissioner Dennis Deer found shot dead
The widow and son of late Cook County Commissioner Dennis Deer were found shot to death on Chicago’s West Side on Tuesday.
Downed trees, flooding across Illinois
Storms overnight led to flooding and damage overnight across Illinois.
3 injured in apartment building fire in Chicago's Rogers Park neighborhood
Three people were rushed to the hospital early Wednesday morning after a fire broke out in an apartment building in Chicago’s Rogers Park neighborhood.
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McClanahan earns his first win since 2023 as the Rays beat the White Sox 8-5
Ben Williamson doubled twice and drove in three runs as Tampa Bay spoiled the major league debut of White Sox starter Nick Schultz.
Carson Kelly, Colin Rea help lead Cubs to comeback win over Phillies
Carson Kelly hit a three-run homer, Colin Rea pitched six strong innings and the Chicago Cubs rallied to beat the Philadelphia Phillies 10-4 on Tuesday night.
Former Oswego East H.S. star Noah Schultz to make White Sox debut
Former Oswego East High School standout Noah Schultz is getting ready to step on the mound for the Chicago White Sox on Tuesday night for his Major League debut with his hometown team.
Chicago Sky draft UCLA star Gabriela Jaquez at No. 5
Angel Reese will not be playing for the Chicago Sky next season, but the team selected a college championship player in Gabriela Jaquez in the WNBA Draft Monday night.
Sabres clinch Atlantic title with a 5-1 victory over Blackhawks
The game was tied at 1 before Thompson scored from the low slot 13 minutes into the second after stealing the puck from Blackhawks defenseman Louis Crevier.
Kyle Schwarber homers twice to lead Phillies past Cubs
Kyle Schwarber homered twice and drove in three runs, Cristopher Sánchez pitched six strong innings and the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Chicago Cubs 13-7.
Chicago Sky look to build a brighter future with 3 picks in WNBA Draft
After adding some veterans over the weekend, the Chicago Sky will add a few more pieces from the college ranks in Monday night's WNBA Draft.
White Sox trade INF Lenyn Sosa to Blue Jays for OF prospect Jordan Rich
The Chicago White Sox have sent infielder Lenyn Sosa to the Toronto Blue Jays in exchange for minor league outfielder Jordan Rich and a player to be named later or cash considerations.
Northwestern's Madison Taylor aims to lead lacrosse team back to the top
The Wildcats are led by another record-setting superstar, hoping to lead them back to the top.
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For two Chicago dancers, flamenco isn't just a performance, it's a way of life
Two young dancers are bringing the beauty of the historic dance of flamenco to new life in Chicago.
Hyde Park families mourn beloved crossing guard who guided kids for 26 years
The Hyde Park community is honoring the life of a woman who safely guided generations of students to and from school.
How the Great Migration helped lay the foundation for the civil rights movement
As America turns 250 years old, CBS News Chicago is exploring Chicago's influence on the nation, including during the Great Migration.
Family churns out special recipe for one of Chicago's most beloved condiments
Family comes first, and mom leads the way for the Carusos, and their passion is Chicago's famous signature condiment, giardiniera.
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Vetoed freeze on tipped wage hikes, cab fare increase on Chicago City Council agenda
The City Council meeting set for Wednesday has a stacked agenda, addressing everything from a multimillion-dollar police settlement to honoring a high school scholastic bowl team.
Some cabbies say expected Chicago fare hike is too little, too late
The City Council is expected to soon raise cab fares in Chicago for the first time in a decade, and while you might expect taxi drivers are happy about it, opinions are mixed.
Former ComEd CEO, lobbyist to be released from prison, granted new trial
Former ComEd chief executive officer Anne Pramaggiore and lobbyist Michael McClain have both been ordered released from prison on appeal bonds, as a federal appeals court announced it will be granting them a new trial just hours after hearing arguments in their case.
Trump faces backlash from Chicago Catholics for image depicting him as Jesus
The back and forth between President Trump and Pope Leo XIV continues to make waves, as the president has lashed out at the pope's criticism of his administration.
City Council committee backs mayor's plan for first taxi fare hike in 10 years
After a one-month delay, the City Council is moving forward with plans to increase taxi fares in Chicago for the first time since 2016.
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Man admits bomb threat that forced Chicago-bound plane to land in Detroit
A passenger on an American Airlines flight from New York to Chicago has been charged with making a false bomb threat that forced an emergency landing at Detroit Metro Airport last month, according to a federal criminal complaint.
Cook County Treasurer's study breaks down causes of skyrocketing property taxes
Skyrocketing property taxes continue to be a hot-button issue in Cook County — particularly since last fall, when many residents saw their tax bills increase by 100% or more.
Giannoulias warns of new round of scam texts purporting to come from his office
Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias this weekend issued a warning about a surge in text messages that falsely claim to come from his office or the DMV within it.
Tenants at problem-plagued South Loop high-rise vow to fight eviction threats
Tenants at a South Loop luxury high-rise that has been plagued with problems like broken elevators are vowing to fight five-day eviction notices.
Help us pick Chicago's best chicken wings
It's become an annual March Madness tradition at CBS Chicago, pitting our city's best eateries in direct competition in a foodie bracket challenge. We did pizza, we've done Italian beef, we've done Chicago dogs. This year, we're taking flight with wings.
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Northwestern Medicine provides guidance for improving Black maternal health
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says more than 80% of deaths related to pregnancy are preventable, and Black women are three times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes than white women.
"No One Cares About Crazy People" screening in Chicago Saturday
The United States has long struggled with understanding and finding ways to help treat mental illness. A new documentary, which is screening Saturday in Chicago, examines the reality of living with mental illness in America.
Loyola Medicine experts expect 2026 allergy season could be a bad one
Allergy season is here, and the dreaded pollen can trigger sneezing, congestion, wheezing, and shortness of breath.
Northwestern Medicine, Red Cross hold community blood drive in Bronzeville
Northwestern Medicine and the American Red Cross teamed up for a community blood drive in Chicago on Monday morning.
New report focuses on getting help for domestic violence abusers
Ending domestic violence is the goal of groups and advocates all over the world, and some experts in Chicago say it is time to become less reactive and more proactive when it comes to the people causing harm.
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Schneider Deli opens in old Pizza Capri space on Halsted Street in Lincoln Park
A new restaurant has joined the busy stretch of Halsted Street toward the south end of Chicago's Lincoln Park neighborhood that is also home to Alinea and Boka.
Federal government sues Illinois over prediction market regulation
The federal government is suing Illinois, Connecticut and Arizona over efforts to regulate prediction market operators such as Kalshi and Polymarket.
Owners of Uncommon Ground announce plans to retire, search for new owner to take over
The owners of the popular Uncommon Ground restaurant, live music venue, and brewery in Chicago's Wrigleyville community announced this week that they're looking for a successor to take over the business.
World Business Chicago collects submissions for bold plans for city's future
Chicago consistently ranks in the top three cities in Fortune 500 company headquarters, and now a competition has been launched to build on Chicago's power in business.
Ann Sather flagship restaurant location to move from current Belmont Avenue site
The flagship Ann Sather restaurant on Belmont Avenue in Chicago's Lakeview community will be moving later this year, a restaurant representative said Tuesday.
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"No One Cares About Crazy People" screening in Chicago Saturday
The United States has long struggled with understanding and finding ways to help treat mental illness. A new documentary, which is screening Saturday in Chicago, examines the reality of living with mental illness in America.
Afrika Bambaataa, hip-hop pioneer, dies at 68
Afrika Bambaataa, a rapper and producer, was best known for breakthrough tracks like 1982's "Planet Rock" and for founding the Universal Zulu Nation art collective.
"Don Giovanni," "Guys and Dolls" among highlights of 2026-27 season at Lyric Opera
Mozart's "Don Giovanni," the local premiere of the 2022 opera "Omar," and a fresh production of "Guys and Dolls" are among the highlights of the 2026-2027 season for Chicago's Lyric Opera.
Pooh Shiesty to remain in custody in Dallas case involving Gucci Mane
Federal magistrate Renee Harris Toliver told Pooh Sheisty that the evidence against him is strong.
Kanye West barred from entering U.K. after criticism over antisemitic remarks
A major music festival featuring the rapper formerly known as Kanye West was canceled after the U.K. government blocked Ye from entering the country.
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Catalytic converters stolen from dozens of school buses on Chicago's West Side
Catalytic converters were stolen from over 30 school buses in Chicago's West Humboldt Park neighborhood.
Kanye West postpones show in Marseille, France
The postponement follows reports that France’s interior minister was trying to block Ye from performing.
Widow, son of Cook County Commissioner Dennis Deer found shot dead
The widow and son of late Cook County Commissioner Dennis Deer were found shot to death on Chicago’s West Side on Tuesday.
Downed trees, flooding across Illinois
Storms overnight led to flooding and damage overnight across Illinois.
3 injured in apartment building fire in Chicago's Rogers Park neighborhood
Three people were rushed to the hospital early Wednesday morning after a fire broke out in an apartment building in Chicago’s Rogers Park neighborhood.
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Overnight storms leave flooding, damage across Illinois
Residents across Illinois are waking up to storm damage and flooding on Wednesday morning after severe weather overnight.
Widow, son of Cook Co. Comr. Dennis Deer found fatally shot in West Side home
The widow and son of late Cook County Commissioner Dennis Deer were found shot to death on Chicago's West Side on Tuesday.
Pair from Melrose Park charged, accused of stealing luxury items from Palm Beach hotel
Police said the pair from Melrose Park made reservations at the hotel, but they checked out wearing handcuffs.
Dozens of school buses damaged on Chicago's West Side
Over 30 school buses were damaged in Chicago's West Humboldt Park neighborhood.
Crash-and-grab burglars strike 2 Chicago businesses in separate incidents
Less than 24 hours after a crash-and-grab ATM burglary at a BP station in River North, there have been two more such burglaries in Chicago — one on the Northwest Side, the other on the South.
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Oswego District 308 parents claim summer remedial program targets minorities
Some parents in southwest suburban Oswego are fired up, saying the school district invited all non-white students to participate in summer remedial programming, regardless of how they're doing in school.
Proposed Illinois law would expand to power access through 'plug-in' panels
New proposed Illinois legislation would allow renters or people who can't install massive rooftop panels to also harness the power of the sun.
City refused to pay when rusty light pole fell on Bucktown woman's car
When a rusty light pole snapped and fell on a woman's car in Bucktown, causing thousands of dollars in damage, she thought the city would pay for it. She was wrong.
Streamwood woman says brother took over $400K from elderly parents' accounts
Financial exploitation is the leading type of elder abuse in Illinois. One Streamwood woman learned that personally, when her brother took hundreds of thousands of dollars from their parents' financial accounts.
Country Club Hills teen shot outside home defies recovery odds
One year after a teenage girl was shot outside her home in Country Club Hills, Illinois, and was told she would never walk again, she continued to defy the odds and reclaim her independence.
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McClanahan earns his first win since 2023 as the Rays beat the White Sox 8-5
Ben Williamson doubled twice and drove in three runs as Tampa Bay spoiled the major league debut of White Sox starter Nick Schultz.
Carson Kelly, Colin Rea help lead Cubs to comeback win over Phillies
Carson Kelly hit a three-run homer, Colin Rea pitched six strong innings and the Chicago Cubs rallied to beat the Philadelphia Phillies 10-4 on Tuesday night.
Former Oswego East H.S. star Noah Schultz to make White Sox debut
Former Oswego East High School standout Noah Schultz is getting ready to step on the mound for the Chicago White Sox on Tuesday night for his Major League debut with his hometown team.
Chicago Sky draft UCLA star Gabriela Jaquez at No. 5
Angel Reese will not be playing for the Chicago Sky next season, but the team selected a college championship player in Gabriela Jaquez in the WNBA Draft Monday night.
Sabres clinch Atlantic title with a 5-1 victory over Blackhawks
The game was tied at 1 before Thompson scored from the low slot 13 minutes into the second after stealing the puck from Blackhawks defenseman Louis Crevier.
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Crash-and-grab burglars strike 2 Chicago businesses in separate incidents
Less than 24 hours after a crash-and-grab ATM burglary at a BP station in River North, there have been two more such burglaries in Chicago — one on the Northwest Side, the other on the South.
Widow, son of Cook County Commissioner Dennis Deer found shot, killed in West Side home
The widow and son of late Cook County Commissioner Dennis Deer were found shot to death on Chicago's West Side on Tuesday.
Man gets nearly 6 years for attempted carjacking of off-duty sheriff's deputy and family
A Chicago man has been sentenced to nearly 6 years in prison for his role in trying to carjack an off-duty Cook County Sheriff's deputy and his family in 2023 in south suburban Dolton.
2 Chicago men charged in fatal Oak Forest shooting of Alsip man
Two Chicago men have been charged with murder in the shooting death of an Alsip man in southwest suburban Oak Forest over the weekend.
Boy, 15, charged with robbing 2 men at gunpoint in River North
A 15-year-old boy was arrested and charged this week with robbing two men at gunpoint in Chicago's River North district.
