United Airlines flight from Chicago to Orange County, California, diverted to Rockford
A United Airlines flight from Chicago's O'Hare International Airport to Southern California was diverted to Rockford on Sunday.
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Zoe Life Ministries International holds another holiday giveaway on Chicago's West Side
The season of giving is under way, and Zoe Life Ministries International held another giveaway Sunday to make sure all families have what they need for the holidays.
2 men killed in hit-and-run in Morgan Park
Chicago police early Monday were looking for the driver connected to a deadly hit-and-run in the city's Morgan Park neighborhood.
Man charged in shooting that left man dead in hotel parking lot on Southwest Side
A man was set to go before a judge on Sunday after he was charged in a deadly shooting in a hotel parking lot on Chicago's Southwest Side several months ago.
Bears comeback in OT to beat Packers 22-16 at Soldier Field
DJ Moore scored the game-winning 46-yard touchdown pass from QB Caleb Williams.
Chicago weekend shootings leave 1 dead, 10 hurt, police say
The ages of the victims range from 18 to 55, according to Chicago police.
Chicago City Council passes 2026 budget plan; unclear if Johnson will veto
A government shutdown is still possible if Mayor Brandon Johnson decides to veto the spending plan.
Woman sexually abused, robbed while walking home on West Side
Chicago police said the victim was walking home when she was grabbed from behind, forced to the ground, sexually abused, and then robbed Saturday morning.
2 water main breaks reported in Dolton, Illinois
Crews are working to repair two water main breaks in Dolton, Illinois, on Saturday.
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Why this Chicago winter could be coldest, snowiest in years
The 2025-2026 Chicago winter could be the city's coldest and snowiest in years, all thanks to a weather phenomenon thousands of miles away called "The Blob."
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Psychic leads hit-and-run victim's son, Chicago Police to case-changing clue about crash
Cameras not working, video evidence missed by police and a psychic that leads a hit and run victim's son to a clue that changes the case
Chicago area hospitals at risk of significant flooding, new models find
Some Chicago area hospitals are at risk of significant flooding both in and around the buildings, according to new KFF Health News/Fathom models.
Lawmakers tackle exorbitant water bills from Illinois American Water
Lawmakers in Springfield are looking to address the high water bills being reported in some suburbs from customers of Illinois American Water.
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UIC men's basketball take Glenwood Academy students on holiday shopping spree
Players teamed up with 23 kids from Glenwood Academy, who were each given $100 to spend at a local Target.
Chicago police search for 3 teens in alleged battery on CTA bus
The attack happened around 5:40 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 16, on the northbound bus in the 700 block of South Cicero Avenue.
Psychic leads hit-and-run victim's son, CPD to clue about crash
Tanja Safforld cut across a gas station lot, taking a shortcut to the store. She never made it across the busy South Side street.
SWAT incident ends after more than 12 hours in Irving Park
CPD officers around 6 a.m. responded to a residence in the 4000 block of West Addison Street in Irving Park for an armed man who barricaded himself inside a residence.
Fans excited for Bears first playoff appearance in 5 years
The Lions' loss to the Steelers on Sunday secured the Bears' playoff spot.
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Maple Leafs rally past Blackhawks 3-2 at Scotiabank Arena
The Blackhawks were without third-year center Connor Bedard, who was placed on injured reserve Monday for at least two weeks because of an upper-body injury.
Calumet City Thunderbolts win American Youth Football Championship
Earlier this month, the team was trying to raise $18,000 to fund their trip to the American Youth Football Championship.
FIFA slashes some World Cup ticket prices after global fan backlash
FIFA slashed the price of some World Cup tickets following a worldwide backlash, with some final seats available for $60.
Blackhawks place Connor Bedard on injured reserve after Friday night game
The Blackhawks' Connor Bedard has been placed on the injured reserve.
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Meet a woman who creates beauty off the top of her head
Chicagoan Laura Hubka designs and creates all the hats at her pop-up shop at the Drake Hotel; a mix of serious and whimsical, colorful and nifty neutrals.
How Chicagoans are helping each other provide Christmas gifts for their families
During this season of giving, many Chicagoans are generously helping Christmas special for other families. See what groups across the area are doing and what you can still do this holiday season.
"Give Back on Stony" event takes over South Shore streets with kindness
Over the weekend, 50 young men between the ages of 9 and 25 embraced the cold and handed out toys, water, and food in the South Shore neighborhood.
Poe Elementary decks the halls with Christmas carols to kick off winter break
Winter break is here for Chicago Public Schools Students, and at one school in the Pullman neighborhood, that meant a loud and festive sendoff before heading home for the holidays.
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Answer expected on whether Mayor Brandon Johnson will veto budget plan
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson's office said there should be an answer by Monday as to whether the mayor will veto a budget plan passed by the City Council over the weekend.
Chicago City Council passes 2026 budget plan; unclear if Johnson will veto
A government shutdown is still possible if Mayor Brandon Johnson decides to veto the spending plan.
Over 500 pages in initial Epstein files release were entirely blacked out, CBS finds
The Justice Department released thousands of new photos and records on Jeffrey Epstein on Friday, but at least 550 pages in the documents were fully redacted.
City Council approves 2026 revenue plan without mayor's proposed head tax
The alternative budget proposal championed by a group of Chicago aldermen won a crucial first full City Council vote on Friday, setting up a final vote on Saturday
Bulgarian citizen dies in custody of ICE while held at Michigan facility
A Bulgarian citizen, whom federal officials say was in the U.S. illegally, was found unresponsive in his cell at a Michigan facility.
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New report warns that Illinois could face electricity shortages, soaring bills
A new report shines a light on electricity shortages that Illinois could face in less than 10 years.
These are the last days to send holiday gifts via USPS, UPS and FedEx
With less than two weeks until Christmas, if you're sending gifts to people far from home, the deadlines to get them there on time are fast approaching.
Condo owner forced to sell after association fails to reimburse him for leaky roof
A condo owner in Country Club Hills says he's forced to sell his home after his condo association failed to reimburse him for repairs to his leaking roof. Edward Hadnott's condo has sat empty since a major roof leak in 2022.
U.S. stops minting pennies. What could it mean for shoppers and retailers?
The U.S. stopped minting pennies this week, and some groups have issued a warning about the headaches that can create for some businesses and consumers.
One Lisle school pays far more for water than other because of private company
Why is one school in the west Chicago suburb of Lisle paying a water bill three times higher than another? The answer has to do with a private utility company.
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Here's how much ACA costs would have risen this year without subsidies
Millions of people with an Affordable Care Act health plan face a massive jump in premiums next year — this chart shows just how much.
'Tis the season for norovirus. Here's how to stop the spread
It's the holiday season, which means it's the most common time of year for norovirus to spread. Here's what you need to know about this winter stomach bug.
Northwestern Medicine study finds tanning bed use triples risk of melanoma
A study conducted in part by Chicago's Northwestern Medicine found that tanning beds not only triple the risk of melanoma, but can also damage DNA across nearly the whole skin surface.
Rabies case in Michigan organ recipient traced back to donor's exposure
An investigation into the case of a Michigan man who contracted rabies after an organ transplant provided more details on the infection's origin.
Measles vaccine rates up 3% in Chicago Public Schools
The newest measles vaccination numbers released by Chicago Public Schools shows immunizations are finally moving in the right direction.
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Bears threaten move to Indiana as Arlington Heights stadium bid remains stalled
The Chicago Bears are expanding their search for a new stadium to Northwest Indiana, even though they already own land in Arlington Heights and have also proposed a new lakefront stadium in Chicago.
Culver's coming to Chicago's South Loop
A Culver's is coming to Chicago's South Loop, a real estate broker has confirmed.
New passenger rail in southeastern Wisconsin could open jobs, businesses
A new vision for passenger rail is on track in southeastern Wisconsin. The MARK Passenger Rail Commission held its inaugural meeting on December 5, 2025, at Racine City Hall.
U.S. Steel to resume steel production at Illinois plant shut 3 years ago
U.S. Steel says it'll resume making steel slabs at its Granite City Works plant in Illinois amid strengthening demand.
More traffic at O'Hare has City of Chicago calling for changes to construction plans
Traffic at O'Hare International Airport is growing faster than expected, and this has Chicago city leaders wanting to make big changes to future construction plans at the airport.
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"Phantom of the Opera" in Chicago goes all out with chandelier
Chicago's Cadillac Palace Theatre is hosting "The Phantom of the Opera," and staff offered a firsthand look at the iconic chandelier inside the theater this week.
Watch: CBS News special celebrates Rob Reiner's life and legacy
The special features interviews with Kathy Bates, Annette Bening, Albert Brooks, Michael Douglas, Kiefer Sutherland, Jerry O'Connell and Mandy Patinkin.
The Oscars is moving to YouTube starting in 2029
The Oscars ceremony is moving to YouTube starting in 2029, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced on Wednesday.
Twin Cities' Heights Theater sold to owners of Chicago's Music Box Theatre
The nearly 100-year-old cinema will close briefly after New Year's Day and reopen on Jan. 9 with a showing of Jim Jarmusch's "Father Mother Sister Brother."
Rob Reiner's political activism included landmark wins for marriage equality
Known as a popular Hollywood director, Rob Reiner also had a lengthy record of political and civic activism, especially in California.
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Pavement collapse closes intersection in Chicago's Mount Greenwood neighborhood
The pavement collapsed at 111th and Whipple streets. Kris Habermehl reports from CBS Skywatch.
Robbery reported at 7-Eleven in Chicago's Norwood Park neighborhood
Armed robbers hit a 7-Eleven store in Chicago’s Norwood Park neighborhood early Monday, staffers said.
Crafting a connection during the holidays
Sitting down and crafting during the holidays has a ton of great emotional benefits. Jenna Bumber, an art therapist with Creative Expressions Counseling, joins Marie Saavedra to explain in this week’s Mental Health Minute.
Chicago police search for driver in deadly Morgan Park hit-and-run
Chicago police early Monday were looking for the driver connected to a deadly hit-and-run in the city’s Morgan Park neighborhood.
Scientists say some dogs may be on autism spectrum
A British scientist says dogs can experience a form of autism, even though veterinarians will not formally diagnose it.
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Answer expected on whether Mayor Brandon Johnson will veto budget plan
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson's office said there should be an answer by Monday as to whether the mayor will veto a budget plan passed by the City Council over the weekend.
Fire rips through abandoned house in Chicago Lawn neighborhood
Chicago firefighters spent the early-morning hours Monday battling a serious blaze in the Chicago Lawn neighborhood.
Bears clinch first playoff spot since 2020 after Steelers beat Lions
The Bears' next game will be against the 49ers on Dec. 28.
What does Bears win means for ticket prices, stadium negotiations?
The victory pushes the Bears one step closer to their first postseason appearance since 2020.
Burglars strike at businesses around Chicago, stealing cash, fire extinguishers, safes
Chicago police this past weekend issued a community alert about a rash of burglaries targeting businesses around the city from Rogers Park to Beverly.
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Psychic leads hit-and-run victim's son, Chicago Police to case-changing clue about crash
Cameras not working, video evidence missed by police and a psychic that leads a hit and run victim's son to a clue that changes the case
Chicago area hospitals at risk of significant flooding, new models find
Some Chicago area hospitals are at risk of significant flooding both in and around the buildings, according to new KFF Health News/Fathom models.
Lawmakers tackle exorbitant water bills from Illinois American Water
Lawmakers in Springfield are looking to address the high water bills being reported in some suburbs from customers of Illinois American Water.
Data centers driving up electric bills; some suburbs now putting them on hold
Electric bills in the Chicago area could go up as much as $70 in the next three years because of data centers, according to the Citizens Utility Board.
Legal Black gun owners sue for wrongful arrests as lawmakers seek solutions
Advocates and legislators are seeking solutions and and accountability for a pattern of Chicago police arresting Black gun owners on firearms charges despite valid FOID and CCL licenses.
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UIC men's basketball team take Glenwood Academy students on shopping spree
The Flames spent the day with a handful of second through eighth-graders from Glenwood Academy and really got into the holiday spirit with a fun shopping spree.
Bulls victorious over Hawks 152-150 at State Farm Arena
The Bulls had nine scorers in double figures, led by Matas Buzelis with 28 points.
Bears clinch first playoff spot since 2020 after Steelers beat Lions
The Bears' next game will be against the 49ers on Dec. 28.
Japanese slugger Munetaka Murakami signs with White Sox, team says
Japanese third baseman Munetaka Murakami is joining the White Sox on a two-year contract worth $34 million, CBS Sports has confirmed.
Bears comeback in OT to beat Packers 22-16 at Soldier Field
DJ Moore scored the game-winning 46-yard touchdown pass from QB Caleb Williams.
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Burglars strike at businesses around Chicago, stealing cash, fire extinguishers, safes
Chicago police this past weekend issued a community alert about a rash of burglaries targeting businesses around the city from Rogers Park to Beverly.
Armed robbers hit 7-Eleven in Norwood Park
Armed robbers hit a 7-Eleven store in Chicago's Norwood Park neighborhood early Monday.
2 men killed in hit-and-run in Morgan Park
Chicago police early Monday were looking for the driver connected to a deadly hit-and-run in the city's Morgan Park neighborhood.
Man charged in shooting that left man dead in hotel parking lot on Southwest Side
A man was set to go before a judge on Sunday after he was charged in a deadly shooting in a hotel parking lot on Chicago's Southwest Side several months ago.
Bulgarian citizen dies in custody of ICE while held at Michigan facility
A Bulgarian citizen, whom federal officials say was in the U.S. illegally, was found unresponsive in his cell at a Michigan facility.
