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Park Forest shooting leaves 2-year-old boy critically wounded
Park Forest police said the boy was brought to a local hospital around 11:15 a.m. with a gunshot wound to his abdomen.
Two boys wounded in Halloween mass shooting get surprise early Christmas gifts
Mothers Opposed to Violence Everywhere (MOVE) provided backpacks, winter coats, and school supplies for the 3-year-old and 13-year-old boys who were wounded in a drive-by shooting on the West Side.
Four injured, one critically, in Far South Side crash
An SUV was headed west on 103rd Street when another vehicle headed north on Cottage Grove Avenue turned in front of it, causing a collision between the two cars and a third vehicle.
Black Friday shopping packs Chicago area malls
Around 166 million people nationwide are expected to shop the holiday deals through Monday.
Gilgeous-Alexander stars as Thunder beat Bulls 123-119 in OT
DeMar DeRozan scored 30 points for Chicago, which was coming off encouraging victories over Boston and Milwaukee.
Salvation Army red kettle stolen in the Loop
The Salvation Army said a kettle containing approximately $400 in cash donations was stolen around 5:15 p.m. Tuesday from the corner of State and Randolph streets.
Extra-alarm fire sweeps through vacant Back of the Yards furniture warehouse
The fire started around 5:30 p.m. at a vacant Aronson Furniture warehouse at 46th and Ashland.
1 dead after small plane crashes near Galt Airport in Wonder Lake
Around 5:15 p.m., an EA-300/LC plane crashed in a wooded area about a half mile east of the airport.
Chicago Weekend Shootings: 4 dead, 13 wounded in shootings over Thanksgiving weekend
The ages of the victims range from 14 to 57.
First Alert Weather
Chicago First Alert Weather: Mild start to weekend, rain coming Sunday
A dominant southwesterly wind develops tomorrow helping to pull mild air into our area.
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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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.
A double whammy for families hit by fraud while struggling to feed their children
No tracking and no reimbursement hurts families in the federally-funded SNAP who are victims of fraud.
Child abuse claims mostly go 'unfounded' in foster care, according to DCFS data
Foster parents accused of abuse and neglect have the vast majority of their allegations closed without findings against them.
Cook County Crime Stoppers is seeking tips in record number of cases this year
Cook County Crime Stoppers tonight honored the law enforcement, legal, and municipal leaders who helped bring justice to victims and their families. This year, their work is more important than ever.
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Chicago First Alert Weather: Saturday sunshine, soggy Sunday
CBS 2 Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon has the latest 7-day forecast.
Salvation Army kettle stolen
A Salvation Army red kettle was stolen earlier this week in the Loop.
Black Friday shoppers pack Chicago area malls
Around 166 million people nationwide are expected to shop the holiday deals through Monday. In Illinois, Black Friday shoppers turned up in droves at several Chicago area malls.
NTSB to investigate deadly plane crash in Wonder Lake
A pilot died after a small plane crashed Friday evening near Galt Airport in northwest suburban Wonder Lake.
Chicago firefighters battle blaze at abandoned building
A stubborn fire in the Back of the Yards neighborhood kept firefighters busy Friday evening.
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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.
Chicago author uses poetry, symbolism to write new legacy for Black men
"I think we do a decent job talking about Black history and we are starting to kind of really emerge and talk about Afro-futurism, but I think it's extremely important to talk about the 'now' because we can't forget the 'now.'"
Foodie Friday: Bon Vivant Cakes mixes up cake batter with creativity
Emily Nejad and her team host cake and cookie decorating classes, specifically modeled for beginners.
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Gilgeous-Alexander stars as Thunder beat Bulls 123-119 in OT
DeMar DeRozan scored 30 points for Chicago, which was coming off encouraging victories over Boston and Milwaukee.
Dach returns to Chicago, helps Montreal win 3-2 in shootout
Chicago collected a point, but dropped its season-high sixth straight game.
Former World Cup player Brad Guzan surprises high school soccer players
More than 200 high school soccer players from across the Chicago area were at Max McCook expo center on Friday, demonstrating their skills to more than 100 college recruiters.
Hundreds pack Navy Pier for USA vs England World Cup watch party; "The atmosphere is unbeat"
"Well, A, it's England and the United States. So that's Revolutionary War history. But realistically, there's a lot of top players on both sides," Justin Laud said.
Justin Fields back at practice; whether he'll play Sunday remains unclear
The big question for Cole Kmet and the Bears offense is who will be serving up the passes to them on Sunday - Justin Fields or Trevor Siemian?
Blackhawks blow three-goal lead, lose to Stars
Jonathan Toews had his 500th career assist.
Northwestern falls short to Auburn in Cancun Challenge championship game
No. 13 Auburn held on to beat Northwestern 43-42 on Wednesday night in the championship game of the Cancun Challenge.
DeRozan scores 36, Bulls down Bucks
The Bulls began the week with a 6-10 record but has now beaten the NBA's top two teams.
Justin Fields cleared to return to practice for Bears, but unclear if he'll play vs. Jets
Fields suffered a separated left shoulder and partially torn ligaments in his non-throwing shoulder on Sunday against the Falcons.
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Park Forest shooting leaves 2-year-old boy critically wounded
Park Forest police said the boy was brought to a local hospital around 11:15 a.m. with a gunshot wound to his abdomen.
Two boys wounded in Halloween mass shooting get surprise early Christmas gifts
Mothers Opposed to Violence Everywhere (MOVE) provided backpacks, winter coats, and school supplies for the 3-year-old and 13-year-old boys who were wounded in a drive-by shooting on the West Side.
Four injured, one critically, in Far South Side crash
An SUV was headed west on 103rd Street when another vehicle headed north on Cottage Grove Avenue turned in front of it, causing a collision between the two cars and a third vehicle.
Black Friday shopping packs Chicago area malls
Around 166 million people nationwide are expected to shop the holiday deals through Monday.
Gilgeous-Alexander stars as Thunder beat Bulls 123-119 in OT
DeMar DeRozan scored 30 points for Chicago, which was coming off encouraging victories over Boston and Milwaukee.
CBS 2 Investigators
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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.
A double whammy for families hit by fraud while struggling to feed their children
No tracking and no reimbursement hurts families in the federally-funded SNAP who are victims of fraud.
Child abuse claims mostly go 'unfounded' in foster care, according to DCFS data
Foster parents accused of abuse and neglect have the vast majority of their allegations closed without findings against them.
Cook County Crime Stoppers is seeking tips in record number of cases this year
Cook County Crime Stoppers tonight honored the law enforcement, legal, and municipal leaders who helped bring justice to victims and their families. This year, their work is more important than ever.
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Family appalled by clemency hearing for man convicted of murder of 16-year-old Bridget Drobney
The Parole Board is set to hold a clemency hearing for convict Robert G. Turner in Chicago in January.
James Suh, who says Ald. James Gardiner tried to silence him, plans to run for alderman himself
James Suh says Ald. James Gardiner (45th) retaliated against him after getting publicly criticized.
A double whammy for families hit by fraud while struggling to feed their children
No tracking and no reimbursement hurts families in the federally-funded SNAP who are victims of fraud.
Candidates begin filing signatures for ballots -- what it takes in Chicago versus other cities
Candidates must submit signatures from registered voters in order to appear on the ballot. That is a mandate you won't find in every big city.
Elon Musk reinstates Trump's Twitter account
Musk made the move after holding a poll that asked Twitter users to click "yes" or "no" on whether Trump's account should be reinstated.
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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.
Woman loses nearly $25,000 to scammer claiming to be Chase Bank investigator
Investigators are seeing a steep incline in the number of complaints involving fake fraud alert text messages.
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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.
Abbott plans to build $500 million infant formula plant
"This country would benefit from more manufacturing capacity and redundancy," the health care company's CEO said.
RSV, flu have pediatric ICUs at critical levels across Illinois
The emergency room at the University of Chicago's Comer Children's Hospital saw a huge influx in patients this past weekend on account of both viral infections.
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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.
Fans hoping to go to Taylor Swift's Chicago concerts disappointed after Ticketmaster woes
Taylor Swift is set to perform her first of three shows at Soldier Field on June 3, 2023. But unfortunately, not everyone who made plans to attend the concert will get to do so.
Police shut down Hush nightclub in River North, Bar 171 in Archer Heights after shootings
Ald. Brendan Reilly (42nd) did not mince words - calling Hush a source of violence, a "chronic neighborhood problem," and a "drain on police resources."
Piccolo Mondo Restaurant to close after 37 years in Hyde Park
Originally Piccolo Mondo Café, the trattoria has been in operation since 1985 on the ground floor of the Windermere House apartment tower, at 1642 E. 56th St.
Sports
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Gilgeous-Alexander stars as Thunder beat Bulls 123-119 in OT
DeMar DeRozan scored 30 points for Chicago, which was coming off encouraging victories over Boston and Milwaukee.
Dach returns to Chicago, helps Montreal win 3-2 in shootout
Chicago collected a point, but dropped its season-high sixth straight game.
Former World Cup player Brad Guzan surprises high school soccer players
More than 200 high school soccer players from across the Chicago area were at Max McCook expo center on Friday, demonstrating their skills to more than 100 college recruiters.
Hundreds pack Navy Pier for USA vs England World Cup watch party; "The atmosphere is unbeat"
"Well, A, it's England and the United States. So that's Revolutionary War history. But realistically, there's a lot of top players on both sides," Justin Laud said.
Justin Fields back at practice; whether he'll play Sunday remains unclear
The big question for Cole Kmet and the Bears offense is who will be serving up the passes to them on Sunday - Justin Fields or Trevor Siemian?
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WXRT's Lin Brehmer on returning to air: 'Radio has been my life'
Brehmer talked with CBS 2's Jim Williams Wednesday.
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.
Taylor Swift addresses Ticketmaster "Eras" tour controversy
"I'm not going to make excuses for anyone," she said.
Fans hoping to go to Taylor Swift's Chicago concerts disappointed after Ticketmaster woes
Taylor Swift is set to perform her first of three shows at Soldier Field on June 3, 2023. But unfortunately, not everyone who made plans to attend the concert will get to do so.
Ticketmaster cancels general public sale of Taylor Swift tour tickets
Fans were disappointed on Tuesday when the presale for the tour was marred by technical difficulties.
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Chicago First Alert Weather: Saturday sunshine, soggy Sunday
CBS 2 Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon has the latest 7-day forecast.
Salvation Army kettle stolen
A Salvation Army red kettle was stolen earlier this week in the Loop.
Black Friday shoppers pack Chicago area malls
Around 166 million people nationwide are expected to shop the holiday deals through Monday. In Illinois, Black Friday shoppers turned up in droves at several Chicago area malls.
NTSB to investigate deadly plane crash in Wonder Lake
A pilot died after a small plane crashed Friday evening near Galt Airport in northwest suburban Wonder Lake.
Chicago firefighters battle blaze at abandoned building
A stubborn fire in the Back of the Yards neighborhood kept firefighters busy Friday evening.
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