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Chicago's top doctor says there was no measles outbreak inside police district
CBS 2 cameras first spotted a notice about a measles outbreak over the weekend, but it's unclear how or why that sign was posted.
Family says missing woman found dead in Logan Square; one person in custody
AJ Battaglia said the victim is his sister, 33-year-old Brittany Battaglia, who has been missing since Friday, and lives only about a block away.
Hyde Park's Damarr Brown of Virtue wins James Beard Award for Best Emerging Chef
"It's a huge honor. It's like the Oscars of the food world."
Michael Jordan's sneakers from iconic 'flu game' up for auction
The shoes are currently listed at a little over $1 million.
3 suspects in chase evaded police after changing clothes at Calumet City mall
Chopper 2 was over the scene Tuesday afternoon.
2 killed, 5 wounded in shooting outside Virginia graduation ceremony
One victim still had life-threatening injuries Tuesday night.
Chicagoans try to weather the moderate drought to keep things green
"In pots, we usually water small things every two to three days. Larger trees in the heat of the summertime, we will have to water every day."
Chicago police arrest 2 teens for armed robbery
The suspects are accused of robbing a 15-year-old boy in Logan Square Monday night around 7:00.
Police investigate shooting death of 26-year-old in Calumet City
It happened outside a used car lot near Burnham and River Oaks just after 8:30 Tuesday morning.
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Chicago First Alert Weather: Showers tapering off
Early clouds are expected tomorrow, according to CBS 2 Meteorologist Mary Kay Kleist, then clearing skies with a cooler afternoon.
How Weather Works: Tornadoes
CBS 2 Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon explains how tornadoes form.
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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Chicago Police officer busted at bar with crack cocaine in squad car, records say
Police said the 38-year-old officer was arrested coming out of a Norwood Park neighborhood bar early Friday morning.
Two shootings involving 2-year-olds in Chicago within period of hours
It is unclear whether either of the two people charged in each shooting actually fired a weapon.
Illinois clergy sex abuse probe reveals hundreds more cases in Catholic church
The report found, in all six dioceses in Illinois, there were 451 Catholic clerics and religious brothers who abused nearly 2,000 children.
Illinois lawmakers pass bill making it easier to sue gun manufacturers
Gov. JB Pritzker is poised to sign the bill that will help hold "reckless" gun manufacturers and advertisers accountable in court.
Illinois set to become first state to count Arab Americans in state data
If passed, Arab Americans and minority groups from the Middle East will be separately recognized.
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Hyde Park's Damarr Brown of Virtue wins James Beard Award for Best Emerging Chef
Good luck getting a reservation at Virtue restaurant in Hyde Park. One of its chefs has an impressive new accolade and he sat down with CBS 2's Noel Brennan to talk about Southern American comfort food.
Michael Jordan's sneakers from iconic 'flu game' up for auction
If you've got $1 million lying around, you could own a piece of Chicago sports history. It was 26 years ago this week when Michael Jordan played in that notorious "flu game" in the 1997 NBA Finals. The shoes he wore during that iconic game are now up for auction.
Hyde Park's Damarr Brown of Virtue wins James Beard Award for Best Emerging Chef
Good luck getting a reservation at Virtue restaurant in Hyde Park. One of its chefs has an impressive new accolade and he sat down with CBS 2's Noel Brennan to talk about Southern American comfort food.
Suspects in police chase ran into Calumet City mall to change clothes and flee
The three suspects who led police on a chase along the Dan Ryan Expressway on Tuesday drove to the River Oaks Mall in Calumet City to change clothes in order to avoid detection, police sources told CBS 2's Jermont Terry.
She was reported missing. Now her family says she was the person found dead in a Chicago home
A suspect is in custody, after a woman was found dead inside a Logan Square home near where police say a missing woman was last seen. Police said, around 8:30 p.m. Monday, a woman was found dead inside a home in the 2000 block of North Kimball Avenue.
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Group of gay men in their prime celebrate their pride through community
The Chicago Prime Timers social club has a 47-year history, and a vibrant present.
Recovery program participants watch 100 films in 100 days to kick addiction
Participants say they have been learning life lessons about maintaining their sobriety through the films they've been watching.
New photo exhibit celebrates Chicago's vibrant Puerto Rican community
"We're a group that has provided and contributed to society, to the building of Chicago," said Puerto Rican Arts Alliance program manager Jorge Felix.
Chicago's One Tail at a Time in the CBS 2 pet rescue spotlight
We're pleased to feature One Tail at a Time, located in Chicago's Bucktown neighborhood. Anna Johnson brought in "Lilly" and talked about the recently rescued golden retrievers and Wheaton terriers from a puppy mill.
Rapper Lizzie G inspiring CPS students through hip hop
As the school year wraps up, one local woman is aiming to be a positive role model by being a positive rapper.
AAPI Restaurants Week showcases Asian and Pacific cuisine, culture, and tradition
"It's important to showcase what a big part Chinese Americans and other Asian Americans are part of the culinary scene in a city like Chicago."
Using 'horsepower' to help those with cognitive challenges
Participants in the HorsePower Therapeutic Riding program experience improvements in their cognitive skills, parents say.
3,000 youth singers "Paint the Town Red" at Millennium Park concert
"You have to be the light. You have to be the light for yourself, and the choir is not just a choir, but we're movement, and were moving people through music," said Disney II Magnet School junior Isis Clark.
"Prayer on the 9" anti-violence march to return to Grand Crossing this weekend
For the past 10 years, Pastor John Hannah has hosted the annual "Prayer on the 9," where thousands of people stand together in solidarity during a march on 79th Street.
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Michael Jordan's sneakers from iconic 'flu game' up for auction
The shoes are currently listed at a little over $1 million.
USABA helping bring growing Paralympic sport of blind soccer to Chicago
Blind soccer has been played in the Paralympics since 2004, but the 2028 Paralympic Games in Los Angeles will feature the first-ever U.S. blind soccer team.
Chicago Park District clinics helping build blind soccer
Blind soccer has been played in the Paralympics since 2004, but the 2028 Paralympic Games in Los Angeles will feature the first-ever U.S. blind soccer team.
Ryan Keeler, former Nazareth Academy and UNLV football player, died of heart condition
Keeler, 20, was a defensive lineman who had just completed his redshirt freshman season at UNLV, when he was found dead in his apartment.
PGA, European tours to merge with Saudi-backed LIV Golf
As part of the deal, the sides are dropping all lawsuits involving LIV Golf against each other effective immediately.
From Stagg H.S. to DePaul to Miami; Heat star Max Strus' journey to NBA Finals
The DePaul University alum's journey to this point in the NBA had plenty of bumps along the way, including a torn ACL during brief stint with the Bulls.
From Hickory Hills to Heat: Max Strus' journey to NBA Finals
Miami Heat shooting guard Max Strus had 14 points in their Game 2 win over the Denver Nuggets on Sunday in the NBA Finals. But the DePaul University alum's journey to this point in the NBA had plenty of bumps along the way.
Stroman wins 4th straight start, Amaya hits 1st homer as Cubs beat Padres 7-1
Marcus Stroman pitched six strong innings to win his fourth consecutive start and rookie Miguel Amaya went 3 for 3 with his first major league home run as the Chicago Cubs defeated the San Diego Padres 7-1 on Sunday.
Hendriks gets win on Burger slam, White Sox beat Tigers 6-2 for 3-game sweep
Jake Burger's game-ending grand slam handed Liam Hendriks his first win since returning from cancer, and the Chicago White Sox beat the Detroit Tigers 6-2 on Sunday for a three-game series sweep.
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Chicago's top doctor says there was no measles outbreak inside police district
CBS 2 cameras first spotted a notice about a measles outbreak over the weekend, but it's unclear how or why that sign was posted.
Family says missing woman found dead in Logan Square; one person in custody
AJ Battaglia said the victim is his sister, 33-year-old Brittany Battaglia, who has been missing since Friday, and lives only about a block away.
Hyde Park's Damarr Brown of Virtue wins James Beard Award for Best Emerging Chef
"It's a huge honor. It's like the Oscars of the food world."
Michael Jordan's sneakers from iconic 'flu game' up for auction
The shoes are currently listed at a little over $1 million.
3 suspects in chase evaded police after changing clothes at Calumet City mall
Chopper 2 was over the scene Tuesday afternoon.
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Chicago Police officer busted at bar with crack cocaine in squad car, records say
Police said the 38-year-old officer was arrested coming out of a Norwood Park neighborhood bar early Friday morning.
Two shootings involving 2-year-olds in Chicago within period of hours
It is unclear whether either of the two people charged in each shooting actually fired a weapon.
Illinois clergy sex abuse probe reveals hundreds more cases in Catholic church
The report found, in all six dioceses in Illinois, there were 451 Catholic clerics and religious brothers who abused nearly 2,000 children.
Illinois lawmakers pass bill making it easier to sue gun manufacturers
Gov. JB Pritzker is poised to sign the bill that will help hold "reckless" gun manufacturers and advertisers accountable in court.
Illinois set to become first state to count Arab Americans in state data
If passed, Arab Americans and minority groups from the Middle East will be separately recognized.
Politics
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Chris Christie announces 2024 presidential campaign
Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie said Trump made the country "smaller by dividing us even further and pitting one group against another."
Pence officially files paperwork to run for president
Former Vice President Mike Pence is expected to launch his campaign with a speech in Iowa on Wednesday.
Biden signs debt ceiling bill that pulls U.S. back from brink of default
With just two days to spare, President Joe Biden has signed legislation that lifts the nation's debt ceiling.
Justice Department closes Pence documents probe with no charges
Multiple sources familiar with the matter tell CBS News the Justice Department won't seek to charge former Vice President Mike Pence.
Civic Committee announces ambitious plan to cut down on murders in Chicago
In five years, they hope to bring the annual number of murders in Chicago below 400. Chicago hasn't been under that number since 1965.
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Experts issue warning about scammers ahead of Taylor Swift concerts
The hype for Taylor is high – and so is the chance of online vendors taking advantage of fans.
Minimum wage to rise for Chicago, suburban Cook County on July 1
Both Chicago and Cook County have their own separate minimum wage ordinances, both setting higher rates than set by Illinois state law.
Highway safety group releases list of vehicles that can help keep teens safe
US Centers for Disease Control says teenagers are three times more likely to be involved in a fatal accident compared to older drivers.
Billy Corgan says he paid off hacker who threatened to leak new Smashing Pumpkins songs
The Smashing Pumpkins just released ATUM, a three-act rock opera, on Friday, May 5. But if it were up to the hacker, some of the album would've been released months ago.
FDA considers first ever over-the-counter birth control pill
The FDA is concerned about the effectiveness of the pill in overweight women and if individuals would follow the instructions properly.
Health News
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Chicago's top doctor says there was no measles outbreak inside police district
CBS 2 cameras first spotted a notice about a measles outbreak over the weekend, but it's unclear how or why that sign was posted.
Chicago doctors talk solutions on caring for patients with disabilities
CBS 2 headed over to the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab in Streeterville to check out specialized equipment used to care for patients.
Northwestern doctor examines why patients with disabilities face discrimination
One doctor who tried to help said she was stunned by why
One year since Chicago's first mpox case, health officials still urge caution after cases this spring
Chicago health officials urge vaccinations after more than 30 cases were reported in Chicago since April.
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter has dementia, family announces
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter's dementia diagnosis was announced as former President Jimmy Carter continues to receive hospice care.
Business News
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New Barbie-themed café opens in Chicago's Fulton Market
The pop-up restaurant celebrates the iconic fashion doll with Barbie-themed food and drinks.
'Junk' removal company remains busy as more people opt to leave Illinois
Population loss, as calculated by the 2020 U.S. Census, recently cost Illinois a congressional seat.
Bears begin interior demolition at Arlington Park
The work is taking place even though the new stadium is still far from a done deal.
Minimum wage to rise for Chicago, suburban Cook County on July 1
Both Chicago and Cook County have their own separate minimum wage ordinances, both setting higher rates than set by Illinois state law.
Former teacher turns love for skincare into booming business
A local shea butter skincare brand has recently joined the ranks of legacy brands, making it onto shelves of beauty retailer Ulta.
Sports
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Michael Jordan's sneakers from iconic 'flu game' up for auction
The shoes are currently listed at a little over $1 million.
USABA helping bring growing Paralympic sport of blind soccer to Chicago
Blind soccer has been played in the Paralympics since 2004, but the 2028 Paralympic Games in Los Angeles will feature the first-ever U.S. blind soccer team.
Ryan Keeler, former Nazareth Academy and UNLV football player, died of heart condition
Keeler, 20, was a defensive lineman who had just completed his redshirt freshman season at UNLV, when he was found dead in his apartment.
PGA, European tours to merge with Saudi-backed LIV Golf
As part of the deal, the sides are dropping all lawsuits involving LIV Golf against each other effective immediately.
From Stagg H.S. to DePaul to Miami; Heat star Max Strus' journey to NBA Finals
The DePaul University alum's journey to this point in the NBA had plenty of bumps along the way, including a torn ACL during brief stint with the Bulls.
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Hollywood actors vote overwhelmingly to authorize strike
The actors' union, which has roughly 160,000 members, voted overwhelmingly to strike if negotiations with studios turn sour.
St. Sabina Youth Choir to perform at Gospel Music Festival in Millennium Park
The choir is back in full force, after being forced to miss some big performances due to the pandemic.
Inside Pink Floyd's 'Dark Side of the Moon' show at the Adler Planetarium
Mike Smail, director of theaters and visualization at the Adler, joined CBS 2's Brad Edwards on the stream Friday.
Remembering David Yondorf: stage combat master, Bounding Main vocalist dies at 43
Yondorf died on Wednesday, May 17, after a battle with cancer.
Sueños Music Festival returns to Grant Park this weekend
The event features 20 of the most popular reggaeton and Latin artists around. The lineup includes Wisin & Yandel, Feid, Grupo Firme, and Nicky Jam
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Hyde Park's Damarr Brown of Virtue wins James Beard Award for Best Emerging Chef
Good luck getting a reservation at Virtue restaurant in Hyde Park. One of its chefs has an impressive new accolade and he sat down with CBS 2's Noel Brennan to talk about Southern American comfort food.
Michael Jordan's sneakers from iconic 'flu game' up for auction
If you've got $1 million lying around, you could own a piece of Chicago sports history. It was 26 years ago this week when Michael Jordan played in that notorious "flu game" in the 1997 NBA Finals. The shoes he wore during that iconic game are now up for auction.
Hyde Park's Damarr Brown of Virtue wins James Beard Award for Best Emerging Chef
Good luck getting a reservation at Virtue restaurant in Hyde Park. One of its chefs has an impressive new accolade and he sat down with CBS 2's Noel Brennan to talk about Southern American comfort food.
Suspects in police chase ran into Calumet City mall to change clothes and flee
The three suspects who led police on a chase along the Dan Ryan Expressway on Tuesday drove to the River Oaks Mall in Calumet City to change clothes in order to avoid detection, police sources told CBS 2's Jermont Terry.
She was reported missing. Now her family says she was the person found dead in a Chicago home
A suspect is in custody, after a woman was found dead inside a Logan Square home near where police say a missing woman was last seen. Police said, around 8:30 p.m. Monday, a woman was found dead inside a home in the 2000 block of North Kimball Avenue.
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