Backpackers Embark On 170-Mile Trek Of Chicago
Chicago doesn't come to mind when picturing an outdoor hiking destination, but one non-profit hopes to change that by offering group treks throughout the city's diverse neighborhoods.
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Chicago doesn't come to mind when picturing an outdoor hiking destination, but one non-profit hopes to change that by offering group treks throughout the city's diverse neighborhoods.
"Racists have called African Americans apes," Ellis points out, "when the first slaves arrived on these shores more than 400 years ago and through and beyond Barack Obama's presidency. He and the former first lady were depicted in cartoons as monkeys."
A somber procession took place Wednesday afternoon, as the body of the fallen Chicago Fire Department diver was taken to a funeral home.
The American Cancer Society changed their recommended age to begin screening for colorectal cancer to age 45. Previously, screning tests were recommended starting at age 50.
Chicago Police are searching for a missing 13-year-old last seen May 29.
The University of Chicago Medicine's new South side trauma center has been open for one month and is already one of the busiest in the city.
The founder of a YouTube website that features Chicago musical talent was shot to death as he drove along a downtown street.
Recovery efforts were underway in the Chicago River Wednesday afternoon for 28-year-old Albert Lopez, the man fire department diver Juan Bucio tried to rescue before he died Monday.
A former Gilberts man has pleaded guilty to the 2010 death of his roommate, according to the Kane County State's Attorney's Office.
A flood warning is in effect for several Chicago area counties.
Thunderous applause erupted in the state capitol Wednesday for the school resource officer who risked his life to stop a shooting at Dixon High School.
Funeral services have been set for Chicago firefighter Juan Bucio, who died while trying to rescue a missing boater in the Chicago River on Monday.
Car thieves are targeting vehicles parked on the street in the Jefferson Park neighborhood.
The Republican from the central Illinois city of Peoria was indicted in 2016 on charges of misusing funds.
CBS 2 Meteorologist Ed Curran reports, while there could be some thunderstorms, severe weather is not expected from Wednesday's storms.
