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Chicago shooting leaves 15-year-old CPS student dead
Kevin Davis Jr. attended Michele Clark Magnet High School right on the block at 5101 W. Harrison St. He was shot while leaving school.
Chicago-area physicians among group meeting with senators Wednesday to call for public health solution to mass shootings
The physicians are joined by members of March Fourth, a group formed after the shooting in Highland Park.
Man found in water at Oak Street Beach identified as missing 21-year-old from Poland last seen leaving River North bar
The man was taken to Northwestern Hospital where he was pronounced dead.
At least one DCFS worker back on job after failing to take action before death of Amaria Osby
This news is not sitting well with the family of the 8-year-old girl, whose mother is charged with her murder.
Doctor who treated pediatric Highland Park patients goes to Washington for assault weapons ban
CBS 2's Charlie De Mar spoke Tuesday with Dr. Sheena McKenzie.
Car stolen with 11-month-old boy inside
Police quickly located the vehicle in the 100 block of East Cullerton with the child inside.
Cardinals, ex-Cub Willson Contreras agree to five-year, $87.5M deal, per report
The now former Chicago Cubs catcher will take over for Yadier Molina in St. Louis.
Mass Transit detectives seek man who fired gun on CTA Red Line train
Mass Transit detectives are looking for a man who fired a gun during an argument on a CTA Red Line train Monday evening.
Boy, 16, charged in shooting death of man on CTA Red Line train in Chatham
The victim was transported to the University of Chicago Hospital with gunshot wounds to the chest and abdomen and was pronounced dead.
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First Alert Weather: Seasonably mild day
Dense fog advisory is in effect until 10 a.m. for counties west of Chicago.
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Volunteers for rival candidate say Ald. James Gardiner got in their face on sidewalk
The volunteers for aldermanic candidate Marija Tomic spoke exclusively to CBS 2 Political Investigator Dana Kozlov.
Violent crime is down in Woodlawn this year, and Project HOOD's efforts are getting credit
"When you look at those numbers, it means that what we do — it works," said Pastor Corey Brooks, chief executive officer of Project HOOD.
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.
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Chicago First Alert Weather: Some precipitation
CBS 2 meteorologist Mary Kay Kleist has a look at the forecast.
Counselors, CPD officers at Michele Clark after shooting death of 15-year-old
Kevin Davis Jr. attended Michele Clark Magnet High School right on the block at 5101 W. Harrison St. He was shot while leaving school.
Chicago-area physicians among group meeting with senators Wednesday to call for public health soluti
The physicians are joined by members of March Fourth, a group formed after the shooting in Highland Park.
Missing 21-year-old from Poland found
A man found in the water at Oak Street Beach early Wednesday morning has been identified as Krzysztof Szubert, 21, from Poland who went missing over the weekend after leaving a bar in River North.
Bronzeville Historical Society hosting birthday celebration for Timuel Black
Timuel Black died last year at the age of 102. To honor his birthday the Bronzeville Historical Society is holding a celebration.
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Violent crime is down in Woodlawn this year, and Project HOOD's efforts are getting credit
"When you look at those numbers, it means that what we do — it works," said Pastor Corey Brooks, chief executive officer of Project HOOD.
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.
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Cardinals, ex-Cub Willson Contreras agree to five-year, $87.5M deal, per report
The now former Chicago Cubs catcher will take over for Yadier Molina in St. Louis.
Norris scores 18 as Loyola knocks off Green Bay
Norris shot 7 for 9, including 4 for 6 from beyond the arc for the Ramblers (4-5).
No. 17 Illinois rallies late, beats No. 2 Texas in OT
Terrence Shannon Jr. scored 12 of his 16 points in overtime, including the tiebreaking 3-pointer with 3:34 remaining.
Blackhawks lose to Devils for second consecutive shutout
Arvid Soderblom made 26 saves for the slumping Blackhawks, who are 1-9-1 in their last 11.
Former NL MVP Cody Bellinger signs with Cubs, per reports
Bellinger was non-tendered by the Dodgers after the 2022 season.
After slow start, Bulls' Donovan switches up starting lineup
At this time last season, the Bulls were 15-8 and a game out of first place in the Eastern Conference.
University of Chicago men's soccer team celebrates historic NCAA title
It's the first men's soccer program led by a woman to win an NCAA title.
University of Chicago men's soccer team celebrates historic NCAA title
In her first year as head coach, former Red Stars player Julianne Sitch has led the University of Chicago Maroons men’s soccer team to their first national championship. CBS 2's Jackie Kostek reports.
Rodgers, Packers rally in 4th quarter to beat Bears 28-19
The packers came away with their eighth straight win over the Bears, who lost their sixth straight.
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Chicago shooting leaves 15-year-old CPS student dead
Kevin Davis Jr. attended Michele Clark Magnet High School right on the block at 5101 W. Harrison St. He was shot while leaving school.
Chicago-area physicians among group meeting with senators Wednesday to call for public health solution to mass shootings
The physicians are joined by members of March Fourth, a group formed after the shooting in Highland Park.
Man found in water at Oak Street Beach identified as missing 21-year-old from Poland last seen leaving River North bar
The man was taken to Northwestern Hospital where he was pronounced dead.
At least one DCFS worker back on job after failing to take action before death of Amaria Osby
This news is not sitting well with the family of the 8-year-old girl, whose mother is charged with her murder.
Doctor who treated pediatric Highland Park patients goes to Washington for assault weapons ban
CBS 2's Charlie De Mar spoke Tuesday with Dr. Sheena McKenzie.
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Volunteers for rival candidate say Ald. James Gardiner got in their face on sidewalk
The volunteers for aldermanic candidate Marija Tomic spoke exclusively to CBS 2 Political Investigator Dana Kozlov.
Violent crime is down in Woodlawn this year, and Project HOOD's efforts are getting credit
"When you look at those numbers, it means that what we do — it works," said Pastor Corey Brooks, chief executive officer of Project HOOD.
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.
Politics
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CBS News projects Warnock wins Georgia Senate runoff
Democrats will now have 51 seats in the U.S. Senate.
Alderwoman may help resident's effort to bring holiday lights to Lawndale trees
For Lawndale resident Princess Shaw, shrouding the trees on Douglas Boulevard in Christmas lights is about more than holiday cheer.
Gov. Pritzker approves amendments to controversial SAFE-T Act
The amendments clarify some of the language of the original bill, and sets standards for determining how dangerous a defendant is.
All eyes on Georgia for key U.S. Senate runoff election
It was Election Day for Democratic Sen. Raphael Warnock and Republican challenger Herschel Walker, much to the relief of voters.
Former First Lady Michelle Obama shares stories from new book at Chicago Theatre
Ms. Obama started writing the book during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart issues warning about scammers this holiday season
In a startling statistic from the AARP, about 76 percent of U.S. consumers have experienced some type of fraud.
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.
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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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Crowd sounds off at meeting on planned River West casino
Bally's is also scheduled to appear before the Chicago Plan Commission to discuss possible changes stemming from the public meetings.
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.
Sports
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Cardinals, ex-Cub Willson Contreras agree to five-year, $87.5M deal, per report
The now former Chicago Cubs catcher will take over for Yadier Molina in St. Louis.
Norris scores 18 as Loyola knocks off Green Bay
Norris shot 7 for 9, including 4 for 6 from beyond the arc for the Ramblers (4-5).
No. 17 Illinois rallies late, beats No. 2 Texas in OT
Terrence Shannon Jr. scored 12 of his 16 points in overtime, including the tiebreaking 3-pointer with 3:34 remaining.
Blackhawks lose to Devils for second consecutive shutout
Arvid Soderblom made 26 saves for the slumping Blackhawks, who are 1-9-1 in their last 11.
Former NL MVP Cody Bellinger signs with Cubs, per reports
Bellinger was non-tendered by the Dodgers after the 2022 season.
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'Magical Cirque Christmas' takes stage at CIBC Theatre
The captivating performances are under way for one week only.
Remembering Bob McGrath, 'Sesame Street' icon and LaSalle County native
McGrath, who died Sunday at the age of 90, grew up on a farm in LaSalle County and performed in singing competitions in Chicago as a boy.
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.
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Chicago First Alert Weather: Some precipitation
CBS 2 meteorologist Mary Kay Kleist has a look at the forecast.
Counselors, CPD officers at Michele Clark after shooting death of 15-year-old
Kevin Davis Jr. attended Michele Clark Magnet High School right on the block at 5101 W. Harrison St. He was shot while leaving school.
Chicago-area physicians among group meeting with senators Wednesday to call for public health soluti
The physicians are joined by members of March Fourth, a group formed after the shooting in Highland Park.
Missing 21-year-old from Poland found
A man found in the water at Oak Street Beach early Wednesday morning has been identified as Krzysztof Szubert, 21, from Poland who went missing over the weekend after leaving a bar in River North.
Bronzeville Historical Society hosting birthday celebration for Timuel Black
Timuel Black died last year at the age of 102. To honor his birthday the Bronzeville Historical Society is holding a celebration.
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