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Hospitals juggle 'tripledemic' as hospitalization numbers rise
The number of COVID-19 cases in Illinois is expected to hit a nearly 10-month high by next week.
Tree of Remembrance in Daley Plaza honors 2,000 victims of Chicago violence
Stickers on the tree are almost like ornaments, each with a name of someone lost in Chciago to violence.
Driver dies after falling off Dan Ryan overpass during multi-vehicle crash
It is unknown how or why the fifth driver fell over the overpass, ISP said.
One killed in shooting outside Advocate Christ Medical Center emergency room
Officials say this incident may be related to another shooting that happened shortly before in Auburn Gresham.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Sunny, dry weekend
The Chicago area will stay sunny and dry to close out the weekend.
CPD officer among 3 hurt in multi vehicle crash involving CTA bus
The CPD officer and a man and woman were all hospitalized in good condition.
Chicago Weekend Shootings: 4 dead, 4 wounded
At least four people are killed and four others are wounded in shootings over the weekend.
Driver shot before crashing vehicle in Calumet City
The crash happened around 9:50 p.m. in the area of Sibley Boulevard and Superior Avenue.
Man charged after threatening to kill ex, children during sexual assault in Volo
Without authority or permission, the suspect went inside the victim's home where he began battering and sexually assaulting the victim, Lake County Sheriff's Office said.
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First Alert Weather: Sunny with chilly temps
Chilly temperatures continue but we'll have sunshine to keep us company.
How weather works: What is a microburst?
Microbursts, which are difficult to forecast, could cause winds as high as 150 miles per hour.
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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Some CPS parents are just getting summer 2022 pandemic food benefit cards now
The amount of money involved here is not small – it amounts to nearly $400 for each kid.
Canaryville man says dangerous hole has been in his alley for years, with no fix from city
Adding another layer of woe to the problem is that the hole is now in a different aldermanic ward than it was when this all started.
Will County Sheriff releases video from police shooting that killed grandfather, grandson
This comes after months of CBS 2's reporting about a lack of transparency with how the sheriff's office communicated what happened to the public.
Founders of 'A Badge of Honor' talk to Chicago officers about trauma, suicide prevention
A typical law enforcement officer suffers 800 traumas in one career. A typical civilian suffers only five traumas.
Jury clears Sterigenics in second trial over toxic emissions
Teresa Fornek sued Sterigenics and two associated companies, claiming toxic gas emitted from Stergenics' industrial plant gave her cancer.
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Driver dies after falling off Dan Ryan overpass during multi-vehicle crash on South Side
The victim has been identified as David Ponce De Leon of Blue Island.
CPD officer among 3 hurt multi vehicle crash involving CTA bus
The CPD officer and a man and woman were all hospitalized in good condition.
Man shot outside Advocate Christ Medical Center dies; Suspected shooter arrested
Officials say this incident may be related to another shooting that happened shortly before in Auburn Gresham.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Sunny, dry weekend
CBS 2 Meteorologist Mary Kay Kleist has the 10 p.m. forecast for Saturday, Dec. 3, 2022.
'We're doomed to repeat history if we don't remember it': Christmas tree honors Chicago gun violence
Stickers on the tree are almost like ornaments, each with a name of someone lost in Chciago to violence.
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New Moms and Bright Endeavors shine a light on supporting young parents
"This program has made me feel that the things that I want in life, you know, buying a house for my baby, having a stable career, it has made me feel that it's actually possible."
Giving Tuesday: How to donate to the Red Cross
Red Cross volunteers help respond to more than 60,000 disasters every year to help communities across the country.
Need is greater than ever at Ronald McDonald House near Lurie Children's
CBS 2's Tara Molina spoke with one family who are thankful they were able to get in ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday.
Teen playwright gives his all for 'The Good Ones,' now onstage in Oak Park
James Leonardi's play is about coming of age in a social media world – but it has a worldly connection. All the proceeds go to benefit children more than 4,000 miles away.
Classmates don't show up for boy's birthday, but community steps in and makes it happy
It still pains Josue Roblez that not a single classmate showed up. But his community stepped in thanks to a Facebook post from his mom.
Healthy Lifestyle Hub brings resources and hope to Auburn Gresham
After years of disinvestment, there are new and important resources coming to the Auburn Gresham neighborhood.
'I never expected it': Park Forest honors veterans for their service
In honor of Veterans Day, a grand display of appreciation in Park Forest. CBS 2's Sabrina Franza was there checking in as the south suburb said a big thank you to those who dedicated their lives to protecting our country.
The Soulfood Lounge brings upscale dining to North Lawndale
The new restaurant takes traditional soul food dishes, and fuses them with homestyle cooking from around the globe.
Chicago business program aims to grow Latino businesses in Rogers Park
Business owners can take part in the program's training sessions in both English and Spanish.
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LaVine's 3-pointer brings Bulls close late in game, but they lose to Warriors
Nikola Vucevic had 23 points and 11 rebounds for the Bulls, who were coming off a 132-113 loss at Phoenix on Wednesday and dropped their third in four games.
Illini lose to undefeated Maryland
The Illini went on a 9-0 run after Maryland led 55-45, and the game was tied a couple times down the stretch.
Bears' Justin Fields expected to start Sunday against Green Bay
The team's lengthy injury list also includes backup quarterback Trevor Siemian who'll have season-ending surgery.
Brad William Henke, actor known for "Orange is the New Black," dies at 56
Henke was a professional football player prior to becoming an actor, playing for the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl XXIV.
Bears vs. Packers: Three things to watch on Sunday
The Bears will try to snap some skids this week.
Bears vs. Packers: Three things to watch
The Bears will try to snap some skids this week. CBS 2's Marshall Harris has a preview of the Bears-Packers game Sunday.
Justin Fields a full participant at Bears practice Thursday
CBS 2's Matt Zahn joins us with what he learned Thursday at Halas Hall.
'He's a s*** talker': Bears ready to shut down Aaron Rogers and the Packers
"Last time he came here, he was saying he owns us and talking to the fans. He's just a real fierce competitor. We gotta find a way to get that taste out of our mouth."
"Stuff l can learn from': Bears ready for Packers on Sunday, Fields is day-to-day
"I think we're going to have to spread the ball around."
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Hospitals juggle 'tripledemic' as hospitalization numbers rise
The number of COVID-19 cases in Illinois is expected to hit a nearly 10-month high by next week.
Tree of Remembrance in Daley Plaza honors 2,000 victims of Chicago violence
Stickers on the tree are almost like ornaments, each with a name of someone lost in Chciago to violence.
Driver dies after falling off Dan Ryan overpass during multi-vehicle crash
It is unknown how or why the fifth driver fell over the overpass, ISP said.
One killed in shooting outside Advocate Christ Medical Center emergency room
Officials say this incident may be related to another shooting that happened shortly before in Auburn Gresham.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Sunny, dry weekend
The Chicago area will stay sunny and dry to close out the weekend.
CBS 2 Investigators
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Some CPS parents are just getting summer 2022 pandemic food benefit cards now
The amount of money involved here is not small – it amounts to nearly $400 for each kid.
Canaryville man says dangerous hole has been in his alley for years, with no fix from city
Adding another layer of woe to the problem is that the hole is now in a different aldermanic ward than it was when this all started.
Will County Sheriff releases video from police shooting that killed grandfather, grandson
This comes after months of CBS 2's reporting about a lack of transparency with how the sheriff's office communicated what happened to the public.
Founders of 'A Badge of Honor' talk to Chicago officers about trauma, suicide prevention
A typical law enforcement officer suffers 800 traumas in one career. A typical civilian suffers only five traumas.
Jury clears Sterigenics in second trial over toxic emissions
Teresa Fornek sued Sterigenics and two associated companies, claiming toxic gas emitted from Stergenics' industrial plant gave her cancer.
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Illinois lawmakers approve amendments to controversial SAFE-T Act
One attorney said the tweaks are more about clarifying language than they are about changes.
Illinois Secretary of State-elect Alexi Giannoulias brings opponent Dan Brady onto transition team
The winner of race for Illinois Secretary of State and his opponent are setting politics aside.
Biden and Macron present united front against Russia in state visit
"The idea that Putin is ever going to defeat Ukraine is beyond comprehension," President Biden said.
Biden signs bill avoiding a rail strike during holidays
The legislation passed the Senate and the House this week.
If rail workers strike, supply chains could be affected drastically
In Washington on Wednesday, U.S. House lawmakers voted to adopt a tentative agreement to block the potentially devastating strike.
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Property taxes are skyrocketing in gentrifying neighborhoods in Chicago
It's good news if you're selling, but bad news if you're trying to rent – and really bad news if you're just getting by in a gentrifying neighborhood.
Naperville couple's dreams of adopting child hit crushing, and expensive, dead end
A Naperville couple says they have been blessed with a full life – and they wanted to share their blessings with children, through adoption. But their road to parenthood ended up coming to a dead end.
Woman says someone from AP Towing & Recovery kept on driving her car after towing it
Alesha Howard started getting different kinds of bills. She had speeding tickets, I-PASS bills, and notices to show up to court -- none of which she was the one to incur.
Hackers hijack Plainfield business owner's Facebook account, and she's locked out
Liv DeLeon can't get the account back, and now her customers are being asked to hand over money.
Grocery prices are poised to come down, but not until after the holidays
Between supply chain problems, COVID concerns, and inflation – among other factors – your grocery bill has likely been sky-high over the last year.
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Experts: COVID, flu, RSV triple-demic is threatening children's hospital capacity
Local experts are warning of a triple-demic – with COVID, flu, and RSV cases in children all climbing for what is expected to be the worst season in a decade.
Health agencies renaming monkeypox to help fight stigma
The World Health Organization urged countries to adopt the new name for the disease, citing the "ongoing negative impact" of the original.
CDC says it's now tracking a new COVID variant known as XBB
The XBB variant has climbed to 3.1% of new COVID cases nationwide, the CDC now estimates.
Gathering for the Holidays? Plan around the most vulnerable friends, family
As Americans enter the third pandemic holiday season, there are two more respiratory viruses surging: respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and influenza.
In North Lawndale, Garfield Park, a push for residents to get their flu shot
Mothers Opposed to Violence Everywhere has been going door to door, passing out the flyers to residents.
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City orders West Town bar to put away inflatables; owner thinks it's political
Giant inflatables normally surround the patio at the Irish Nobleman, 1367 W. Erie St. But by Friday night, the patio had been turned into more of an inflatable graveyard.
If rail workers strike, supply chains could be affected drastically
In Washington on Wednesday, U.S. House lawmakers voted to adopt a tentative agreement to block the potentially devastating strike.
As Hyde Park's Piccolo Mondo closes, customers step in for generous final tip for staff
The restaurant's longtime guests did not want to say goodbye to the staff without first letting them know how much they appreciate their service.
Police say downtown will be safe this holiday season, but some businesses are still concerned
As the holiday rush officially begins, the Chicago Police Department is increasing its presence in retail districts across the city.
Twitter employees head for the exits after Elon Musk's 'extremely hardcore' work ultimatum
Another employee exodus appears to be underway at Twitter as many workers rejected Elon Musk's terms for staying with the company, choosing instead to depart.
Sports
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LaVine's 3-pointer brings Bulls close late in game, but they lose to Warriors
Nikola Vucevic had 23 points and 11 rebounds for the Bulls, who were coming off a 132-113 loss at Phoenix on Wednesday and dropped their third in four games.
Illini lose to undefeated Maryland
The Illini went on a 9-0 run after Maryland led 55-45, and the game was tied a couple times down the stretch.
Bears' Justin Fields expected to start Sunday against Green Bay
The team's lengthy injury list also includes backup quarterback Trevor Siemian who'll have season-ending surgery.
Brad William Henke, actor known for "Orange is the New Black," dies at 56
Henke was a professional football player prior to becoming an actor, playing for the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl XXIV.
Bears vs. Packers: Three things to watch on Sunday
The Bears will try to snap some skids this week.
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Suspect arrested in killing of Takeoff one month after shooting
Takeoff, who formed one-third of the Grammy Award-nominated trio Migos, was shot following a private party at a downtown Houston bowling alley last month.
Brad William Henke, actor known for "Orange is the New Black," dies at 56
Henke was a professional football player prior to becoming an actor, playing for the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl XXIV.
"Fit for Christmas" one of three new CBS original holiday movies for 2022
Also coming is "When Christmas was Young," a Nashville music-themed movie, and "Must Love Christmas," about a romance novelist.
Christine McVie, Fleetwood Mac singer and keyboardist, dies at 79
"She was the best musician anyone could have in their band and the best friend anyone could have in their life," the band said in a statement.
Spotify Wrapped 2022 is here; Bad Bunny, Taylor Swift top trends
It was a big year, unsurprisingly, for Bad Bunny and Taylor Swift.
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Driver dies after falling off Dan Ryan overpass during multi-vehicle crash on South Side
The victim has been identified as David Ponce De Leon of Blue Island.
CPD officer among 3 hurt multi vehicle crash involving CTA bus
The CPD officer and a man and woman were all hospitalized in good condition.
Man shot outside Advocate Christ Medical Center dies; Suspected shooter arrested
Officials say this incident may be related to another shooting that happened shortly before in Auburn Gresham.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Sunny, dry weekend
CBS 2 Meteorologist Mary Kay Kleist has the 10 p.m. forecast for Saturday, Dec. 3, 2022.
'We're doomed to repeat history if we don't remember it': Christmas tree honors Chicago gun violence
Stickers on the tree are almost like ornaments, each with a name of someone lost in Chciago to violence.
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The best looks from the 62nd annual GRAMMY Awards on CBS.
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