1 killed, 3 hospitalized after shooting, 3 more also hurt in crash in Cicero
This was the second shooting in Cicero over the weekend.
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Bears lose to 49ers as Thomas Brown makes debut as interim head coach
The Bears couldn't move the ball at all on offense, generating minus-3 yards passing thanks to four sacks and losing 37 yards on five failed third down attempts.
Syrians celebrate end of Assad regime as president flees to Moscow
Russian state media news agencies reported that Assad and his family were in Moscow and given asylum.
2 men shot, killed in Matteson
Investigators do not believe there is any threat to the public
Jay-Z, Sean "Diddy" Combs accused of raping 13-year-old in civil suit
The lawsuit alleges the unidentified girl was raped at a Video Music Awards afterparty in 2000.
Former White Sox, Phillies slugger Dick Allen posthumously called to Hall of Fame
Allen, who died in 2020, was a seven-time All-Star and a two-time home run champion during his 15-season run as a Major League Baseball player.
Bulls come within 4 twice in 4th quarter, but lose to 76ers
Two-time NBA scoring champion Joel Embiid returned to the 76ers' starting lineup against the Bulls.
CPD search for package thief in Uptown
It happened on Nov. 26 between 2 and 4:45 p.m. in the 3600 block of North Winthrop Avenue.
CPD seek to identify man in Lincoln Square burglary
Surveillance photos captured the suspect, who they said entered a yard in the 1800 block of West Balmoral Avenue on Nov. 29 around 2:30 a.m.
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Mild again on Monday in Chicago, but cold snap coming later in the week
The coldest timeframe will be Thursday morning with wind chills of -5 to -15.
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Chicago winter weather outlook; how will La Niña affect snow and temps?
For the Chicago area, the outlook shows the potential for a wetter-than-normal winter with average temperatures expected.
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Mag Mile businesses welcome Cook County prosecutor's shoplifting crackdown
With thefts across the city at the worst levels in five years, retailers have high hopes for a crackdown on shoplifting by the county's top prosecutor.
Woman takes on Amazon after being fired from warehouse, sues over back pay
So far, the employee, Jillian Desyatnyk, has won the first couple of rounds against the retail giant.
When it comes to recycling, Chicago and Cook County have a long way to go
Why does so much of what gets tossed into those blue recycling bins end up in the trash? CBS News Chicago visited the city's largest recycling facility for some answers.
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Bitter blast to return to Chicago later this week
Meteorologist Mary Kay Kleist has your 10 p.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Sunday, Dec. 8, 2024.
Syrians celebrate end of Assad family rule
in just over a week, rebels in syria seized control of key cites while forcing Syria's president, Bashar Al-Assad, from power. Imtiaz Tyab reports.
First-ever Christmas tree lighting in South Chicago neighborhood
Renaissance South Chicago held the event Sunday afternoon.
Burning the Devil ceremony held in Guatemala
Guatemalans build bonfires and burn effigies as a symbol of purification before the Day of the Immaculate Conception.
Man charged with arson in fire on Lincoln Park Zoo property
Stephen Habel has been charged with one count of aggravated arson and one count of arson.
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Former White Sox, Phillies slugger Dick Allen posthumously called to Hall of Fame
Allen, who died in 2020, was a seven-time All-Star and a two-time home run champion during his 15-season run as a Major League Baseball player.
Bears lose to 49ers as Thomas Brown makes debut as interim head coach
The Bears couldn't move the ball at all on offense, generating minus-3 yards passing thanks to four sacks and losing 37 yards on five failed third down attempts.
Bulls come within 4 twice in 4th quarter, but lose to 76ers
Two-time NBA scoring champion Joel Embiid returned to the 76ers' starting lineup against the Bulls.
Scheifele scores as the Jets beat the Blackhawks 4-2 in Sorensen's first game
Alex Vlasic scored for the second straight game for Chicago, which has dropped five in a row. Alec Martinez added his first goal of the season.
Nick Martinelli leads Northwestern to 70-66 overtime win over No. 19 Illinois
Nick Martinelli scored 27 points, including seven in overtime, and Northwestern beat No. 19 Illinois 70-66.
Haliburton scores 23 points as the Pacers beat the Bulls 132-123
Zach LaVine scored 32 points for Chicago, which had won two in a row. Coby White had 19 points and nine assists, and Ayo Dosunmu added 15 points.
Vucevic, Dosunmu lead Bulls to season-high output in win over Spurs
Dosunmu had season highs in points, assists and rebounds in collecting the first triple-double of his four-year career.
Loyola women's volleyball team beats BYU for first ever NCAA Tournament win
he Ramblers advance to the second-round match on Friday at 5 p.m. to play Purdue.
Bears' Keenan Allen says he's ready to move on with Thomas Brown as interim coach
Allen said there has been a lack of accountability from the previous coaches.
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Chicago man combines faith and fashion with "Gréyce and Merci" brand
Singer, songwriter, and dancer Chris Brown was seen wearing a Greyce and Merci tee at his United Center concert last June.
2nd annual Austin Holiday Market showcases Black and Brown small businesses
This holiday season, there's a chance to shop local and to support diverse talent from all over the Chicago area.
Illinois woman sends Christmas gifts to church in hurricane-ravaged North Carolina
Terri Horwath of Plainfield hopes this story will help others think of those who are not in an ideal place this holiday season.
11 years later, Red Cross Youth Good Samaritan Hero still serving community
Acey Longley was honored as a youth Red Cross hero at the age of 9, and now at age 21 is a firefighter in Kentucky.
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Henyard confident she'll be on the ballot for Thornton Twp. Supervisor
This comes just days after a Democratic Party Caucus for Thornton Township resulted in Henyard being left out on the ballot for reelection in April.
Opponents in Dolton village race accuse Mayor Tiffany Henyard of hypocrisy
The opponents take issue with Henyard fighting to stay on one ballot for Thornton Township supervisor, while supporting them getting thrown off another for Dolton municipal races.
New proposals for cuts, taxes on table with Chicago city budget deadline looming
The mayor and the City Council have until Dec. 31 to get a budget passed.
Rev. Jackson asks President Biden to pardon son, former daughter-in-law
Jackson's letter urges the president to "weigh the balance of his life and the power of forgiveness" in considering Jesse Jackson Jr. for a full pardon.
Judge rejects Boeing plea deal over fatal 737 Max plane crashes
Judge Reed O'Connor took issue with both a lack of judicial oversight and certain diversity requirements included in the deal's independent monitoring process.
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Lake Zurich man trying to sell used car gets surprise about its past from CARFAX
Thomas Riolo said he is paying the price for an update to his report that shows damage to his vehicle for which he is not responsible. The damage in question happened before he even owned the car.
Customers flood in person to shop in Glencoe, Cyber Monday notwithstanding
While many scoured the internet to look for the best deals Monday, some prefer to shop in person and locally.
Trump tariffs would be felt at the pump in the Midwest in particular, experts say
On Monday, President-elect Trump specifically promised a 25% tariff on all products coming from Mexico and Canada—in addition to a 10% levy on Chinese goods.
Chicago woman says she is cut off from her medical records after practice closes down
So far, despite several requests, the woman has not been able to get a hold of her medical records to send to her new doctors.
Possible Chicago liquor tax hike would be disaster, hospitality industry says
Those in the industry who spoke to CBS News Chicago said their margins are already so slim that an increased liquor tax could drive business owners to close their doors.
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Cook County Health expands access to doulas for pregnant patients who need it most
The program should launch early next year.
Kids worked overnight shifts at pork processing plant, feds find
Feds find 11 kids illegally employed for at least 4 years at Seaboard Triumph Foods facility in Sioux City, Iowa.
Northwestern Medicine ensures couple can get married before emergency heart surgery
Annesley Clark and Christine Corso were determined to say their vows before it was too late. So when Clark's nurses at Northwestern Medicine heard the couple's story, they jumped right into action.
A mom's journey is a sign of hope for starting a family after cancer treatment
Little Penelope Lo Destro's parents were about to start their family when there was a terrible diagnosis.
McDonald's pulls espresso drinks from some U.S. menus
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
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EV bus maker Lion Electric suspends operations at plant near Joliet
The company said the decision means temporary layoffs of 400 workers—more than half of its workforce.
Wisconsin's collective bargaining law for public workers, explained
A judge's overturning of Wisconsin's 13-year-old law that effectively ended collective bargaining for teachers and most state government employees has rekindled a battle over labor rights in a state where the first public sector unions were formed 65 years ago.
Mount Prospect animal feed factory to move after odor complaints
Prestige Feed Products makes food for pets, and for livestock such as pigs and cows.
Customers flood in person to shop in Glencoe, Cyber Monday notwithstanding
While many scoured the internet to look for the best deals Monday, some prefer to shop in person and locally.
Unions score a major win in Wisconsin with a court ruling restoring collective bargaining rights
Wisconsin public worker and teachers unions have scored a major legal victory with a ruling that restores collective bargaining rights they lost under a 2011 state law.
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Jay-Z, Sean "Diddy" Combs accused of raping 13-year-old in civil suit
The lawsuit alleges the unidentified girl was raped at a Video Music Awards afterparty in 2000.
Old Man Marley's house-next-door from "Home Alone" is now for sale
Social media sleuths noticed that the house next door to the iconic "Home Alone" house in Winnetka is now up for sale.
Taylor Swift tops Spotify Wrapped in 2024. Here's what Chicago listened to.
Here are the top songs, artists, and albums streamed on Spotify in Chicago this year, according to communications agency Burson Global.
Kendrick Lamar, SZA bringing Grand National Tour to Chicago
Hip-hop royalty Kendrick Lamar, on the heels of dropping his surprise album "GNX," announced Tuesday morning dates for his forthcoming Grand National Tour, which will include a summer stop in Chicago.
AC/DC making stop in Chicago on 2025 tour
The classic rock band AC/DC is making a stop in Chicago during their upcoming "Power Up" stadium tour this spring. The tour marks the first time they've hit the road in nine years.
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Bitter blast to return to Chicago later this week
Meteorologist Mary Kay Kleist has your 10 p.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Sunday, Dec. 8, 2024.
Syrians celebrate end of Assad family rule
in just over a week, rebels in syria seized control of key cites while forcing Syria's president, Bashar Al-Assad, from power. Imtiaz Tyab reports.
First-ever Christmas tree lighting in South Chicago neighborhood
Renaissance South Chicago held the event Sunday afternoon.
Burning the Devil ceremony held in Guatemala
Guatemalans build bonfires and burn effigies as a symbol of purification before the Day of the Immaculate Conception.
Man charged with arson in fire on Lincoln Park Zoo property
Stephen Habel has been charged with one count of aggravated arson and one count of arson.
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1 killed, 3 hospitalized after shooting, 3 more also hurt in crash in Cicero
This was the second shooting in Cicero over the weekend.
Bears lose to 49ers as Thomas Brown makes debut as interim head coach
The Bears couldn't move the ball at all on offense, generating minus-3 yards passing thanks to four sacks and losing 37 yards on five failed third down attempts.
Syrians celebrate end of Assad regime as president flees to Moscow
Russian state media news agencies reported that Assad and his family were in Moscow and given asylum.
2 men shot, killed in Matteson
Investigators do not believe there is any threat to the public
Jay-Z, Sean "Diddy" Combs accused of raping 13-year-old in civil suit
The lawsuit alleges the unidentified girl was raped at a Video Music Awards afterparty in 2000.
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Mag Mile businesses welcome Cook County prosecutor's shoplifting crackdown
With thefts across the city at the worst levels in five years, retailers have high hopes for a crackdown on shoplifting by the county's top prosecutor.
Woman takes on Amazon after being fired from warehouse, sues over back pay
So far, the employee, Jillian Desyatnyk, has won the first couple of rounds against the retail giant.
When it comes to recycling, Chicago and Cook County have a long way to go
Why does so much of what gets tossed into those blue recycling bins end up in the trash? CBS News Chicago visited the city's largest recycling facility for some answers.
Community "scared" after mass shooting kills 3, wounds 5 in Chicago Lawn
Eight people—four men and four women—were shot around 2 p.m. Monday afternoon in the house at 3511 W. 59th St. in the Chicago Lawn neighborhood.
Store owners: O'Neill Burke's tightening of felony retail theft rules is much welcome
The $1,000 threshold to make retail theft a felony crime—which was set by O'Neill Burke's predecessor, Kim Foxx—will be dropping to $300, effective immediately.
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Former White Sox, Phillies slugger Dick Allen posthumously called to Hall of Fame
Allen, who died in 2020, was a seven-time All-Star and a two-time home run champion during his 15-season run as a Major League Baseball player.
Bears lose to 49ers as Thomas Brown makes debut as interim head coach
The Bears couldn't move the ball at all on offense, generating minus-3 yards passing thanks to four sacks and losing 37 yards on five failed third down attempts.
Bulls come within 4 twice in 4th quarter, but lose to 76ers
Two-time NBA scoring champion Joel Embiid returned to the 76ers' starting lineup against the Bulls.
Scheifele scores as the Jets beat the Blackhawks 4-2 in Sorensen's first game
Alex Vlasic scored for the second straight game for Chicago, which has dropped five in a row. Alec Martinez added his first goal of the season.
Nick Martinelli leads Northwestern to 70-66 overtime win over No. 19 Illinois
Nick Martinelli scored 27 points, including seven in overtime, and Northwestern beat No. 19 Illinois 70-66.
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2 men shot, killed in Matteson
Investigators do not believe there is any threat to the public
Jay-Z, Sean "Diddy" Combs accused of raping 13-year-old in civil suit
The lawsuit alleges the unidentified girl was raped at a Video Music Awards afterparty in 2000.
Man charged with arson in fire at Lincoln Park Zoo restaurant
According to Cook County Circuit Court records, 46-year-old Stephen Habel has been charged with one count of aggravated arson and one count of arson.
CEO shooting person of interest believed to have left NYC; FBI offers reward
The FBI announced Friday night it was offering a $50,000 reward for information leading to an arrest and conviction.
Man charged with murder of Oak Park detective makes first court appearance
Jerell Thomas, 37, is being held on charges of first-degree murder, attempted murder of a peace officer, possession of a stolen firearm, and unlawful use of a weapon by a felon.
