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Woman charged with murder, child endangerment in death of 19-month-old son
The Cook County Medical Examiner's office ruled the boy died of nutritional neglect, and his death was a homicide.
Missing Navy sailor Seamus Gray last seen Saturday near bar in Waukegan
Seamus Gray, who was assigned to Naval Station Great Lakes, did not report back at his assigned time, according to Waukegan police.
Chicago Decides: Richard Wooten and William Hall face off in South Side's 6th Ward
Richard Wooten and William Hall are running to replace Ald. Roderick Sawyer, who gave up his seat to run for mayor, but lost.
Women's History Month: Sisters operate downtown restaurant mostly staffed by women
We're highlighting two sisters going back to their Irish roots. They're running a popular downtown restaurant staffed mostly by women.
NCAA Tournament schedule: dates, times, and channels for Sweet 16 and Elite 8
Here's the complete schedule, game times, livestream links and TV info for the Sweet 16 and Elite 8 this weekend.
Chicago Pizza Tournament: Vito & Nick's named top pizza
Amid March Madness, the CBS 2 pizza tournament comes to an end.
Bill that would ensure Arab Americans are counted in state data closer to becoming law
If passed, the bill would add a category called Middle Eastern or North African (MENA) to the Uniform Racial Classification Act.
Chicago Double Dutch group heads to national competition
Chicago Double Dutch Organization, Jumping Juniors, will participate in a major Midwest competition this weekend at the DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center.
Baker Bettie's baking school mixes 1950s vibe with modern principles
"I truly believe baking is for everybody. It doesn't need to be fussy. It doesn't need to be finicky," said Kristin Hoffman, better known as Baker Bettie.
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Chicago Weather Alert: Weekend snow chance
A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for areas north and west of Chicago from 4 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. Accumulating snow could cause slick road conditions.
Chicago weather outlook: Mild forecast continues for March
Chicago has experienced a milder than normal winter so far, and March 1 signals the start of meteorological spring.
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
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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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Monitor group: CPD officers are taught their lives more important than community safety
Chicago Police training tactics are coming under fire – with a community monitoring group saying the tactics are fundamentally flawed and continue to foster a culture of misconduct.
Highland Park lets residents know about extra water use before bill comes
Residents said alerts about problems such as a broken sprinkler head, a running toilet, and even a massive pipe burst have saved them thousands.
Organizations sue over plans to expand toxic sludge dumpsite on southeast lakefront
The dump is located at the mouth of the river next to the lakefront park of Calumet Park.
COPA Chief administrator clears up misconceptions about what agency does
CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey sat down with Kersten, who said transparency is the agency's number one goal.
Illinois foster children are being moved repeatedly from one place to another
The CBS 2 Investigators delve into a practice the state was ordered to fix decades ago.
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Chicago Decides: Richard Wooten and William Hall face off in 6th Ward
In the 6th Ward on the South Side, incumbent Ald. Roderick Sawyer is not seeking re-election after a failed bid for mayor. CBS 2's Marie Saavedra spoke with the two candidates running to replace him – pastor Richard Wooten and pastor William Hall.
Popular downtown Chicago restaurant mostly staffed by women
We're highlighting two sisters going back to their Irish roots. They're running a popular downtown restaurant staffed mostly by women.
Waukegan police provide update on search for missing Navy sailor
Waukegan Police Cmdr. Scott Chastain discusses the search effort to find missing U.S. Navy sailor Seamus Gray, last seen at a bar near Waukegan Harbor on March 18.
Chicago Pizza Tournament: Vito & Nick's named top pizza
And the winner is... Vito & Nick's! Amid March Madness, CBS 2 viewers voted on some of Chicago's beloved pizza places with polls on the CBS Chicago Twitter .
2’s Got Your Ticket: ‘Once’ at Writers Theatre in Glencoe
A quiet love story is captivating audiences at Glencoe’s Writers Theatre. 'Once' is a blend of music and drama in an especially emotional way. 2's Got Your Ticket - here’s CBS 2 entertainment reporter Vince Gerasole.
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Baker Bettie's baking school mixes 1950s vibe with modern principles
"I truly believe baking is for everybody. It doesn't need to be fussy. It doesn't need to be finicky," said Kristin Hoffman, better known as Baker Bettie.
Couple keeps Chatham roller skating rink and its legacy alive
The Pouncys, who had enjoyed many date nights at the Rink, bought the space in 2019 and quickly decided to make some changes.
Chicago chefs and non-profit helping teach kids how to make healthy meals
The students are learning hands-on cooking techniques from renowned chefs Craig Couper and Cedric Harden, from Cornerstone Restaurant Group.
McHenry teen holds her own in male-dominated sport of racing
At 18 years old, high school senior Kami York hasn't been running her Shelby Mustang GT500 all that long, but the drive has always been there
Hip Hop Tuesday brings together kids, police officers in Austin community
For some kids on Chicago's West Side, every Tuesday means a date with Chicago Police for a tutoring program.
Black-owned beauty brand in Pilsen has teamed up with superstars and superheroes
Rachel James is the CEO of Pear Nova, a luxury nail polish line celebrating all skin tones that has been touted by the likes of Oprah and Marvel.
Piece Pizza and celebrity chef Rick Bayless team up to benefit PAWS Chicago
The Bayless Family Pizza recipe will be a guest star on the Piece Pizza menu through April 9, with $10 from every pie sold going to PAWS Chicago.
Chicago architect Carol Ross Barney is inspired by the city, its people and poignant circumstances
"I'm the first living woman to win it as an individual. I think that's important, too. Whoever did it, it's import. It's making a crack in the ceiling and I hope there's a lot more women who win it now."
Volunteers give away 15,000 pounds of food to South Side families
The effort was spear-headed by The Kindness Campaign, along with the Far South Community Development Corporation, and it comes at a critical time.
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NCAA Tournament schedule: dates, times, and channels for Sweet 16 and Elite 8
Here's the complete schedule, game times, livestream links and TV info for the Sweet 16 and Elite 8 this weekend.
Third straight loss for Blackhawks as they fall to Washington Capitals
The 'Hawks were coming off a 5-0 loss at Colorado on Monday night.
Michigan State falls short to Kansas State in overtime in Sweet 16 thriller
Keyontae Johnson scored 22 points for the Wildcats. A.J. Hoggard led Michigan State (21-13) with 25 points.
Chicago area duo Blake Peters and Caden Pierce help take Princeton Tigers to Sweet 16
Evanston Township's Blake Peters, a sophomore, and Glenbard West's Caden Pierce, who's only a freshman, are playing key roles for the Tigers, and their high school coaches aren't surprised.
Bulls get pounded as they play 76ers for second night in a row
Philadelphia had won eight in a row before Monday night's double-overtime loss to the Bulls.
Davis Martin, White Sox fall short to Royals in Cactus League play
The Royals did all their damage off Martin in the fourth.
Cubs top Oakland A's as Cactus League play starts to wind down
Christopher Morel hit his fourth bomb of the spring.
As Blackhawks rebuild, junior league Steel helping develop potential future NHL stars
Development is the name of the game for the Chicago Steel. They've become a bit of a U.S. Hockey League powerhouse.
Japan tops defending champ U.S. 3-2, wins World Baseball Classic
Two-way star Shohei Ohtani struck out fellow Los Angeles Angels star Mike Trout to end the game. Ohtani was voted the WBC's MVP and called it "the best moment in my life."
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Woman charged with murder, child endangerment in death of 19-month-old son
The Cook County Medical Examiner's office ruled the boy died of nutritional neglect, and his death was a homicide.
Missing Navy sailor Seamus Gray last seen Saturday near bar in Waukegan
Seamus Gray, who was assigned to Naval Station Great Lakes, did not report back at his assigned time, according to Waukegan police.
Chicago Decides: Richard Wooten and William Hall face off in South Side's 6th Ward
Richard Wooten and William Hall are running to replace Ald. Roderick Sawyer, who gave up his seat to run for mayor, but lost.
Women's History Month: Sisters operate downtown restaurant mostly staffed by women
We're highlighting two sisters going back to their Irish roots. They're running a popular downtown restaurant staffed mostly by women.
NCAA Tournament schedule: dates, times, and channels for Sweet 16 and Elite 8
Here's the complete schedule, game times, livestream links and TV info for the Sweet 16 and Elite 8 this weekend.
CBS 2 Investigators
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Monitor group: CPD officers are taught their lives more important than community safety
Chicago Police training tactics are coming under fire – with a community monitoring group saying the tactics are fundamentally flawed and continue to foster a culture of misconduct.
Highland Park lets residents know about extra water use before bill comes
Residents said alerts about problems such as a broken sprinkler head, a running toilet, and even a massive pipe burst have saved them thousands.
Organizations sue over plans to expand toxic sludge dumpsite on southeast lakefront
The dump is located at the mouth of the river next to the lakefront park of Calumet Park.
COPA Chief administrator clears up misconceptions about what agency does
CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey sat down with Kersten, who said transparency is the agency's number one goal.
Illinois foster children are being moved repeatedly from one place to another
The CBS 2 Investigators delve into a practice the state was ordered to fix decades ago.
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Chicago Decides: Richard Wooten and William Hall face off in South Side's 6th Ward
Richard Wooten and William Hall are running to replace Ald. Roderick Sawyer, who gave up his seat to run for mayor, but lost.
Early voting ahead of Chicago mayoral runoff outpaces 2019 race
As of Wednesday night, almost 44,000 ballots had already been cast, compared to 28,000 at the same point in 2019.
Illinois legislation to ban declawing of cats is now before state Senate
The bill passed the Illinois House on Thursday, March 16.
Chicago Decides: Brandon Johnson vs. Paul Vallas in race for mayor
For the third straight municipal election, the race for mayor is coming down to a runoff, with Cook County Commissioner Brandon Johnson facing former Chicago Public Schools CEO Paul Vallas.
Johnson, Vallas get heated in attacks on each other's positions in roundtable forum
The candidates largely reiterated their familiar talking points in the forum.
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Kane County officials warn of scammer targeting people in Zoom court hearings
The public is reminded that the person is a scammer and does not work for Kane County or any judges.
Raoul, 21 other attorneys general urge Kia and Hyundai to do more to stop car thefts
Since a surge in thefts of the vulnerable Kia and Hyundai models, the South Korean automakers have rolled out more anti-theft software, but the attorneys general are pushing for them to do more.
Highland Park lets residents know about extra water use before bill comes
Residents said alerts about problems such as a broken sprinkler head, a running toilet, and even a massive pipe burst have saved them thousands.
Relief hard to come by for Chicago area wire fraud scam victims
We've told you about this trick before, where thousands of dollars are transferred out of bank accounts in minutes.
Chicago couple 'bombarded' with cold calls from attorneys after fender bender
CBS 2 found how law firms were able to get the couple's information and how the calls were likely unlawful.
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Florida fire captain loses sight in one eye after using recalled eye drops
The CDC is investigating a nationwide outbreak of the antibiotic-resistant bacteria — Pseudomonas aeruginosa — which has infected 68 people in 16 states.
Chicago medical expert sounds alarm over drug-resistant Candida auris fungal infections
The number of infections has tripled over the last three years.
Death toll climbs in outbreak linked to recalled eye drops
The CDC says three people have died, eight have lost their vision and four had an eyeball removed.
Saturday marks three years since COVID-19 was deemed worldwide pandemic
The World Health Organization made the announcement on Wednesday, March 11, 2020.
Cubs top Rangers in Cactus League meetup
Luis Torrens' first home run of the spring put the Cubs up 7-6.
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United Airlines and Archer Aviation planning air taxis between O'Hare and West Loop in 2025
Electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft would provide 10-minute rides between O'Hare and Vertiport Chicago on the Near West Side.
Edward Gardner, co-founder of Soft Sheen Products and titan in philanthropy, dies at 98
Gardner died Monday surrounded by family.
ProMat trade show brings more people to McCormick Place than it did in 2019
Many say the trade show is really meaningful to the city's economic recovery – especially the downtown area.
U.S. government moves to guarantee Silicon Valley Bank depositors' funds
The U.S. government took extraordinary steps Sunday to stop a potential banking crisis after the historic failure of Silicon Valley Bank, assuring depositors at the failed financial institution that they would be able to access all of their money.
Guinness to open brewery, taproom in Fulton Market district
It will open later this summer in a former railroad depot.
Sports
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NCAA Tournament schedule: dates, times, and channels for Sweet 16 and Elite 8
Here's the complete schedule, game times, livestream links and TV info for the Sweet 16 and Elite 8 this weekend.
Third straight loss for Blackhawks as they fall to Washington Capitals
The 'Hawks were coming off a 5-0 loss at Colorado on Monday night.
Michigan State falls short to Kansas State in overtime in Sweet 16 thriller
Keyontae Johnson scored 22 points for the Wildcats. A.J. Hoggard led Michigan State (21-13) with 25 points.
Chicago area duo Blake Peters and Caden Pierce help take Princeton Tigers to Sweet 16
Evanston Township's Blake Peters, a sophomore, and Glenbard West's Caden Pierce, who's only a freshman, are playing key roles for the Tigers, and their high school coaches aren't surprised.
Bulls get pounded as they play 76ers for second night in a row
Philadelphia had won eight in a row before Monday night's double-overtime loss to the Bulls.
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Sundays on State to return for two dates in July and August
On July 16 and August 13, State Street will be closed to cars between Lake and Adams for a free block party.
New details revealed about 50th anniversary celebration "The Young and the Restless"
The cast of daytimes #1 drama looks back in brand new footage, Paramount+ celebrates the series' legacy, and a sneak peek at the upcoming anniversary storyline is revealed.
Lance Reddick, actor in "The Wire" and "John Wick" movies, dies at age 60
The actor's death was confirmed to CBS News by two of his representatives.
Lyric Opera unveils 2023-24 season; featuring "The Flying Dutchman, "Aida," and Mozart's "Requiem"
The upcoming season includes productions from around the world, ranging from opera classics to more contemporary pieces.
Oscars 2023: List of winners and nominees
"Everything Everywhere All at Once" stormed through awards season, taking the top prize for each of Hollywood's major award shows.
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Chicago Decides: Richard Wooten and William Hall face off in 6th Ward
In the 6th Ward on the South Side, incumbent Ald. Roderick Sawyer is not seeking re-election after a failed bid for mayor. CBS 2's Marie Saavedra spoke with the two candidates running to replace him – pastor Richard Wooten and pastor William Hall.
Popular downtown Chicago restaurant mostly staffed by women
We're highlighting two sisters going back to their Irish roots. They're running a popular downtown restaurant staffed mostly by women.
Waukegan police provide update on search for missing Navy sailor
Waukegan Police Cmdr. Scott Chastain discusses the search effort to find missing U.S. Navy sailor Seamus Gray, last seen at a bar near Waukegan Harbor on March 18.
Chicago Pizza Tournament: Vito & Nick's named top pizza
And the winner is... Vito & Nick's! Amid March Madness, CBS 2 viewers voted on some of Chicago's beloved pizza places with polls on the CBS Chicago Twitter .
2’s Got Your Ticket: ‘Once’ at Writers Theatre in Glencoe
A quiet love story is captivating audiences at Glencoe’s Writers Theatre. 'Once' is a blend of music and drama in an especially emotional way. 2's Got Your Ticket - here’s CBS 2 entertainment reporter Vince Gerasole.
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2019 GRAMMY Awards Red Carpet Gallery
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Meet & Greet With Akiem Hicks
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