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Live Updates: Ian, now a tropical storm, causing "catastrophic" flooding in Florida
Though downgraded, the once-mighty Category 4 hurricane was still battering the state. More than 2.5 million customers have lost power.
3 members of Janus family died in 1982, and pain has passed on to generations
"It's hard for me to live," said Joe Janus, who lost two brothers and a sister-in-law. "But I still got my daughter, my son, my grandchildren. I've got to live for them."
PainKiller: Unraveling the dark mystery of the Tylenol Murders 40 years later
The case begins with a 12-year-old Elk Grove Village girl who wakes up with a cold. The pattern of horror only grew worse from there.
Live Radar: Tracking Hurricane Ian
Live Radar: Tracking Hurricane Ian
Bicyclist struck after crash sends landscaping truck onto sidewalk on Lake Cook Road
Police closed Lake Cook Road in both directions between Wilke Road and Route 53 after a crash sent a landscaping truck onto the sidewalk and into a bicyclist.
4 people arrested after crime spree ends with deadly crash
Police said officers recovered two weapons from the suspects' vehicle.
Cook Co. judge approves $100M class action settlement against Google
The plaintiffs argued the tool violated Illinois privacy laws.
Chicago area Red Cross volunteers ready to help those stranded by Hurricane Ian
Hurricane Ian's winds clocked at 150 mph as it made landfall Wednesday at Cayo Costa, Florida – and as of Wednesday night, it was still too early to assess the damage.
Tropical Storm Ian causing major river flooding in central Florida
Ian expected to restrengthen into a hurricane
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First Alert Weather: Sunshine and seasonable temps
A tranquil pattern settles in, with lots of sunshine, and seasonable temperatures.
How Weather Works: Tornado Terminology
It's time to talk about tornadoes.
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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PainKiller: Unraveling the dark mystery of the Tylenol Murders 40 years later
The case begins with a 12-year-old Elk Grove Village girl who wakes up with a cold. The pattern of horror only grew worse from there.
Tylenol murders 40 years later: who have investigators identified as suspects or persons of interest?
Authorities examined thousands of leads in connection with the poisonings, but never made an arrest. However, a few people investigators considered key suspects or persons of interest were identified publicly.
3 members of Janus family died in 1982, and pain has passed on to generations
"It's hard for me to live," said Joe Janus, who lost two brothers and a sister-in-law. "But I still got my daughter, my son, my grandchildren. I've got to live for them."
CTA places real-time security monitors in all 'L' stations -- what impact could it have?
Experts who study crime trends said it is less about whether these cameras actually solve crimes, and more about whether or not they make riders feel safer.
State grants have been held up for businesses decimated by looting in 2020
Two years after the launch of the program, CBS 2 Political Investigator Dana Kozlov found out only a small fraction of those millions have been given out.
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2 injured including bicyclist in crash on Lake Cook Road
Police closed Lake Cook Road in both directions between Wilke Road and Route 53 after a crash sent a landscaping truck onto the sidewalk into a bicyclist.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Cool and windy
CBS 2 meteorologist Mary Kay Kleist has a look at the extended forecast.
Judge approves $100M class action settlement against Google
Thousands of Illinois residents will get a check from Google after a Cook County judge approved a $100 million class action settlement.
4 people arrested after crime spree ends with deadly crash
Police said officers recovered two weapons from the suspects' vehicle.
Ramp from outbound Dan Ryan Expressway to outbound Stevenson Expressway closed
The ramp from the outbound Dan Ryan Expressway to the outbound Stevenson Expressway has been closed as a result of fire damage overnight.
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Elgin duo helps Hispanics with art, a space for dealing with subject of suicide
CBS 2's Marybel Gonzalez shows us how they're reaching out to families and breaking down taboos to help those who are struggling
'This could have been absolutely devastating'
CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey dug into the building's inspection history: The property does have a long record of violations with the building department but they were all relatively minor infractions.
Pilsen artist Sentrock turned his love of street art into community building
CBS 2's Albert Ramon caught up with him at his new exhibit at the Elmhurst Art Museum.
Passionate group gathers support to turn old train embankment into Bronzeville Trail
A goal of creating a nature trail along a historic site is growing toward reality in Chicago's Bronzeville neighborhood.
Project Fire Buddies brings $12,000 in gifts for Markham boy suffering from cancer
Kasey Douglas waved at the lights and sirens as emergency vehicles came down his street. What he didn't know was that they were headed straight for his house.
Skin of Steel raises funds for melanoma research, in hopes of finding a cure
"If you're looking forward and looking for new cures - not just for melanoma, but all cancers - this work is crucial," said Dr. Jeffrey Wayne of Northwestern Medicine.
Community organizations step up for migrants bused from Texas, donations flood in
As 75 migrants spent their second night in Chicago after being bused from Texas, local organizations have ensured they will not be emptyhanded.
Chicago Football Classic doesn't take field, but it gives dozens of scholarships to HBCUs
"We couldn't let COVID slow us down," said Everett Rand. "We still did something."
School in Lakeview launches 'L' train art fundraiser to ensure all students can take school trips
"We wanted to make sure that finances were not a barrier whatsoever for any of our students for our travel," said Hawthorne principal Trish Davlantes.
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White Sox lose for eighth straight time in fall to Twins
The Guardians have an 11-game lead on the Twins and White Sox, who have been two of baseball's most disappointing teams this season.
Justin Fields says he's trying to learn from early season struggles
Fields himself said he played like "trash" during the team's 23-20 win over the Houston Texans. CBS 2's Matt Zahn reports on what he learned Wednesday at Halas Hall.
Cubs beat Phillies for seventh win in eight games
Rookie right-hander Hayden Wesneski (3-1) pitched five effective innings, and Yan Gomes drove in the Cubs' first run.
Northwestern University releases designs for smaller, privately funded Ryan Field
Designs call for a smaller stadium and more 'intimate' experience for fans, the university said.
Chicago Bears' Justin Fields says he's trying to learn from early season struggles
Fields himself said he played like "trash" during the team's 23-20 win over the Houston Texans.
Dick Butkus takes over Bears Twitter account
Butkus posted a couple of videos, one showing a picture of himself next to his retired jersey number 51, and another in which he talked about his favorite game in which he ever played.
Bears icon Dick Butkus has some fun with the team's official Twitter account
Butkus, now 79, played for the Bears from 1965 until 1973.
Lance Lynn gives up 4 runs, 10 hits as White Sox lose to Twins
The Sox struck out 14 times in the game.
Stroman, Gomes power Cubs past struggling Phillies
The Cubs (68-86) won for the sixth time in seven games.
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Live Updates: Ian, now a tropical storm, causing "catastrophic" flooding in Florida
Though downgraded, the once-mighty Category 4 hurricane was still battering the state. More than 2.5 million customers have lost power.
3 members of Janus family died in 1982, and pain has passed on to generations
"It's hard for me to live," said Joe Janus, who lost two brothers and a sister-in-law. "But I still got my daughter, my son, my grandchildren. I've got to live for them."
PainKiller: Unraveling the dark mystery of the Tylenol Murders 40 years later
The case begins with a 12-year-old Elk Grove Village girl who wakes up with a cold. The pattern of horror only grew worse from there.
Live Radar: Tracking Hurricane Ian
Live Radar: Tracking Hurricane Ian
Bicyclist struck after crash sends landscaping truck onto sidewalk on Lake Cook Road
Police closed Lake Cook Road in both directions between Wilke Road and Route 53 after a crash sent a landscaping truck onto the sidewalk and into a bicyclist.
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PainKiller: Unraveling the dark mystery of the Tylenol Murders 40 years later
The case begins with a 12-year-old Elk Grove Village girl who wakes up with a cold. The pattern of horror only grew worse from there.
Tylenol murders 40 years later: who have investigators identified as suspects or persons of interest?
Authorities examined thousands of leads in connection with the poisonings, but never made an arrest. However, a few people investigators considered key suspects or persons of interest were identified publicly.
3 members of Janus family died in 1982, and pain has passed on to generations
"It's hard for me to live," said Joe Janus, who lost two brothers and a sister-in-law. "But I still got my daughter, my son, my grandchildren. I've got to live for them."
CTA places real-time security monitors in all 'L' stations -- what impact could it have?
Experts who study crime trends said it is less about whether these cameras actually solve crimes, and more about whether or not they make riders feel safer.
State grants have been held up for businesses decimated by looting in 2020
Two years after the launch of the program, CBS 2 Political Investigator Dana Kozlov found out only a small fraction of those millions have been given out.
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Tempers flare at Downers Grove Library Board meeting about canceled drag bingo event for teens
As emotions ran high, some people did not adhere to time limits to speak their mind – leading to the pounding of a gavel.
Bill Plante, legendary CBS News White House correspondent, has died at 84
The award-winning CBS News correspondent was one of the longest-serving White House broadcast journalists in history.
Some say Illinois Workers' Rights Amendment would empower workers, others say it would cost state
Giving Illinois workers the constitutional right to unionize is now Amendment No. 1 on the November ballot.
State grants have been held up for businesses decimated by looting in 2020
Two years after the launch of the program, CBS 2 Political Investigator Dana Kozlov found out only a small fraction of those millions have been given out.
Pediatrician who survived Highland Park parade massacre going to Washington to call for assault weapons ban
They are survivors from 12 mass shootings — hundreds of people on Thursday will gather in Washington, D.C. to push law makers to federally ban assault weapons.
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Berwyn woman unwittingly rents apartment out on Vrbo to scammer who dupes apartment seekers
"The fact that this happened in my home makes me feel completely terrible," said Dominika Opaczynska.
Uber expands Comfort Electric option to Chicago, 14 more cities
Uber users in Chicago now have the option to request a ride in a premium electric vehicle; like a Tesla, Polestar, or Ford Mustang Mach-E.
Freight train worker strike could cause supply chain crisis as well as halt commuter trains
The trains that might stop running carry everything from the food on your dinner table to this year's Halloween costume.
State of Illinois to set aside $300 million to help those struggling to pay energy bills
Help is on the way for Illinois families struggling to pay their electric bill – to the tune of $300 million.
Mail thieves strike in Norridge and Harwood Heights, leaving at least 40 victims
New video released Tuesday shows a thief swiping letters from a blue mailbox in the northwest suburbs.
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Suburban woman using her own struggle with infertility to get other Black women talking
"I can't believe this is something so common, but yet something not talked about, and especially in the Black community," Kenisha Leak said.
City preparations underway for return of Riot Fest to Douglass Park
The city's Public Health Dept. is also warning festival-goers to test their drugs for fentanyl before using.
IDPH: Therapeutic COVID-19 treatments have kept 8,600 people out of hospital in Illinois in past four months
Illinois health officials say new data show COVID-19 treatments are working.
Still need your COVID-19 vaccine? Chicago will pay you to get the jab
The reason behind the booster push: only 38% of people in Chicago are fully vaccinated and boosted.
Legionnaires' disease cluster linked to cooling tower at church in Burbank
The church is fully cooperating with efforts to remediate the cooling tower, and is also notifying congregants.
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Southwest, United flight attendants picket in Chicago; expert says they have a lot of leverage
It has been a brutal pandemic for the airline industry and this summer — wasn't much better — with massive cancelations and weather issues.
Advocates call for more equity in Illinois recreational cannabis industry
The activists said the state needs to cut red tape and lower barriers to entry.
Pilsen couple serves up success at Malinche Coffee & Tea House, with guidance from local non-profit
"You just gotta follow the passion and you gotta be tough," café owner Hector Aguille said.
Get a taste of Latin American culture during Latin Restaurant Week in Chicago
"We have over 35 participating restaurants, and what they've done for you guys is create a delectable, delicious special to entice you guys to go visit them," said Karinn Andréa Chavarria, co-founder of Latin Restaurant Week.
City, state leaders hope planned innovation center, Accenture Tower will bring workers back
Chicago city and Illinois state leaders are hoping their announcement of two new building projects will lure Chicago workers back downtown in person.
Sports
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White Sox lose for eighth straight time in fall to Twins
The Guardians have an 11-game lead on the Twins and White Sox, who have been two of baseball's most disappointing teams this season.
Cubs beat Phillies for seventh win in eight games
Rookie right-hander Hayden Wesneski (3-1) pitched five effective innings, and Yan Gomes drove in the Cubs' first run.
Northwestern University releases designs for smaller, privately funded Ryan Field
Designs call for a smaller stadium and more 'intimate' experience for fans, the university said.
Chicago Bears' Justin Fields says he's trying to learn from early season struggles
Fields himself said he played like "trash" during the team's 23-20 win over the Houston Texans.
Bears icon Dick Butkus has some fun with the team's official Twitter account
Butkus, now 79, played for the Bears from 1965 until 1973.
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"Wicked" returning to Chicago for 10-week run at Nederlander Theatre
Lissa deGuzman plays Elphaba, Jennafer Newberry appears as Glinda, and John Bolton plays the Wizard in the touring production.
Coolio, "Gangsta's Paradise" rapper, dead at 59
Coolio, born Artis Leon Ivey Jr., the Compton-based rapper known for "Gangsta's Paradise," and other 90s hip-hop anthems died at 59 on Wednesday.
How did a Plainfield family get a Max from 'Stranger Things' Halloween decoration to float?
We've watched it over and over again on TikTok like millions of people online, and yet, we can't figure out how any of it is possible.
'Reeling: The Chicago LGBTQ+ Film Festival' begins 40th annual event
The fest continues through Oct. 8.
As Riot Fest begins, new proposal would make it harder for such events to use public space
Riot Fest has been in Douglass Park in the North Lawndale neighborhood for six years.
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2 injured including bicyclist in crash on Lake Cook Road
Police closed Lake Cook Road in both directions between Wilke Road and Route 53 after a crash sent a landscaping truck onto the sidewalk into a bicyclist.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Cool and windy
CBS 2 meteorologist Mary Kay Kleist has a look at the extended forecast.
Judge approves $100M class action settlement against Google
Thousands of Illinois residents will get a check from Google after a Cook County judge approved a $100 million class action settlement.
4 people arrested after crime spree ends with deadly crash
Police said officers recovered two weapons from the suspects' vehicle.
Ramp from outbound Dan Ryan Expressway to outbound Stevenson Expressway closed
The ramp from the outbound Dan Ryan Expressway to the outbound Stevenson Expressway has been closed as a result of fire damage overnight.
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62nd Annual GRAMMY Awards Red Carpet Gallery
The best looks from the 62nd annual GRAMMY Awards on CBS.
Apollo 11: 'The Eagle Has Landed'
2019 GRAMMY Awards Red Carpet Gallery
Red carpet looks from the 61st annual GRAMMY Awards on CBS.
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Check out some of the exceptional nominees for the 2018 GRAMMYs, only on CBS!
Bears After Dark With Cody Whitehair
