Banana Boat sunscreen expands recall over concerns about benzene
The Food and Drug Administration classifies benzene as a carcinogen.
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Man whose home was hit by tornado says Window Depot of Chicago's repair job was shoddy
We have been investigating Window Depot USA of Chicago for weeks – with reports of multiple people who say they were scammed out of their money.
City employee gets bogus bill for 107,000 gallons of water in two months
"The issue with being a city employee is we are obligated to pay any city obligation," said paramedic Lisa Beard.
Couple hoped to build accessible home with settlement, but now feel victimized again
Tom Reynolds has been sleeping in his living room for 12 years.
Walgreens lifts purchase limits on children's fever medicines
The drugstore chain said improved supplies allowed it to lift its restriction of six products.
More say they were scammed by Window Depot USA of Chicago
We first told you last week about a home remodeling company that apparently duped many customers in our area for big bucks.
Employee says he was stiffed by home remodeling company
CBS 2's Charlie De Mar spoke to the former sales manager of Window Depot USA of Chicago - who said not only were customers taken advantage of, but so was he.
Homeowners out thousands after they say home remodeling company never showed up
The Illinois Attorney General is now investigating more than a dozen formal complaints filed against Window Depot USA of Chicago.
Peoples Gas says rate change won't affect customers, but watchdog isn't so sure
"Oh, I would say that Peoples Gas is being misleading," said Jim Chilsen, director of communications for the Citizens Utility Board. "I mean, this is a gut punch to consumers at the worst possible time."
Customers paid big bucks for furniture that never arrived from Interior Define
CBS 2's Lauren Victory sorted out the mess through the eyes of a suburban couple.
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Woman charged with putting 96-year-old mother's body in freezer
Eva Bratcher, 69, of the 5500 block of West Melrose Street was charged with one count of concealing a death and moving a body.
Fire breaks out at Joliet's Haley Mansion
The mansion is close to 130 years old.
Thieves caught pulling up in U-Haul, going through mail in West Loop building entryway
A resident of the building has a good idea of what the crooks were after.
Black History Month traces its origins to landmark Wabash Avenue YMCA
"I think the churches really wanted to save the landmark for the future generations, and yet most of the future generations have no idea that this building exists," said Patricia Abrams.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Another cold front on the way
A southerly wind will boost highs back above freezing for Saturday afternoon, then to the 40s by Sunday.
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After Memphis SCORPION unit, watchdogs take issue with Chicago Police specialized units
Watchdogs say the CPD unit most closely resembling the unit in Memphis was disbanded after an investigation led to charges and prison sentences.
Feds retrieve nearly $400,000 in unpaid wages for Aurora store employees
Wage theft is the biggest type of theft adding up to $50B nationwide and tens of millions of dollars a year in Illinois.
Tylenol murders: Investigators order new DNA tests on key evidence
Beginning on Sept. 29, 1982, and over the next week, seven people were murdered in the Chicago area after unknowingly taking Tylenol pills that were spiked by a killer.
Two arrested in West Ridge, Rogers Park robberies; neighbors demand more police
This is an issue we have been tracking for months.
Coming Sunday: Illinois workers still waiting for millions in wage theft claims
It can happen in a lot of ways – including missing tips or overtime - or in the case of one worker we talked to, a company not mailing a paycheck altogether.
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No documents with classified markings found at Biden's Rehoboth home, lawyer says
President Biden "agreed to cooperate" with the FBI search at his Delaware vacation home, his personal attorney said.
Mayoral candidates trade heated remarks on crime, education, economy at forum
Polls over the past few weeks show various candidates leading the race, and different candidates surging.
Illinois Appellate Court keeps assault weapons ban on hold for specific gun owners
The temporary restraining order only means the law cannot be enforced for those particular 866 people and gun businesses who were plaintiffs in the downstate lawsuit.
Indiana Supreme Court won't hear 2nd abortion case for now
The state Court of Appeals will first consider the case challenging the state's abortion ban, claiming it violates religious freedom.
Video of Trump deposition in N.Y. fraud probe shows him taking the Fifth
Exclusive: CBS News obtained video of a portion of the deposition, which includes Trump saying, "Anyone in my position not taking the Fifth Amendment would be a fool."
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Banana Boat sunscreen expands recall over concerns about benzene
The Food and Drug Administration classifies benzene as a carcinogen.
Man whose home was hit by tornado says Window Depot of Chicago's repair job was shoddy
We have been investigating Window Depot USA of Chicago for weeks – with reports of multiple people who say they were scammed out of their money.
City employee gets bogus bill for 107,000 gallons of water in two months
"The issue with being a city employee is we are obligated to pay any city obligation," said paramedic Lisa Beard.
Couple hoped to build accessible home with settlement, but now feel victimized again
Tom Reynolds has been sleeping in his living room for 12 years.
Walgreens lifts purchase limits on children's fever medicines
The drugstore chain said improved supplies allowed it to lift its restriction of six products.
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Biden administration plans to end COVID-19 emergency declarations May 11
Former President Trump first declared a national emergency on March 13, 2020.
What you need to know before watching videos showing police brutality
Watching such videos can be traumatic – affecting your mental and physical health.
Dr. Ngozi Ezike reflects, three years after first official Illinois COVID-19 case
The first major COVID challenge for Dr. Ezike came three years ago Tuesday.
Debunking tripledemic misconceptions with an Illinois immunologist
March 2023 will mark three years since health officials declared COVID-19 a pandemic. Now, high case numbers of both flu and RSV are in the mix, creating what some people are calling a "tripledemic."
Pritzker signs law to safeguard abortion patients, providers
"Here in Illinois, we know that reproductive care is health care," Pritzker said. "A medical decision should be made between a patient and their health care provider."
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It's business as usual for Little Village's Discount Mall, for now
The lease was set to expire at midnight, until another extension was issued. Vendors seek reassurance about next steps.
Bed Bath & Beyond to close five suburban stores
There are 87 closures coming nationwide. These closures are in addition to the 150 already announced back in August.
Groupon laying off another 500 employees
Groupon announced another 500 layoffs last August when the company first announced its restructuring plans.
Chicago woman's lawsuit: Fireball Cinnamon mini bottles are "misleading" due to lack of whiskey
The mini-bottles, unlike the larger ones, do not contain any whiskey.
The Bellevue to replace Tavern on Rush in Gold Coast
Artist's renderings were released Thursday of the interior and exterior plan for The Bellevue.
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UIC falls short to Illinois State in overtime
Trevante Anderson finished with 29 points for the Flames (9-15, 1-12).
Allie Quigley leaving Sky, will sit out next season
Quigley, a three-time All-Star, said she is not retiring.
NASCAR's first street race in Grant Park faces delicate balancing act
The race is uncharted territory for both Chicago and NASCAR.
Tom Brady announces retirement 'for good' from NFL
Tom Brady announced on Wednesday that he is retiring from the NFL – again.
Loyola edged by Dayton in OT
Philip Alston led the Ramblers (7-14, 1-8) with 22 points and six rebounds.
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Lake Geneva Ice Castles open Saturday; Winterfest begins today
Warmer than normal temperatures earlier this month delayed the opening of the Ice Castles.
Alec Baldwin formally charged with involuntary manslaughter
Similar charges were formally filed against the film's armorer, Hannah Gutierrez-Reed.
Cindy Williams, "Laverne & Shirley" actor, is dead at 75
Williams played Shirley opposite Penny Marshall's Laverne on the popular sitcom.
Music experts offer up their Grammy predictions
The 65th Annual Grammy Awards are set for Sunday night. So who is most likely to win on Music's Biggest Night?
Lisa Loring, who played Wednesday Addams in "The Addams Family," dies at 64
Loring had the role in the classic 1960s sitcom, which was the original version of "The Addams Family."
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Chicago First Alert Weather: Serious cold coming Friday
CBS 2 Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon has your 10 p.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2023.
A visit to the Wabash Avenue YMCA, known as the birthplace of Black History Month
Nearly a century ago, the origins of Black History Month began at the YMCA in Bronzeville, led by the famed Carter G. Woodson. CBS 2's Ryan Baker takes us on a tour.
Investigators search for cause of fire at Haley Mansion in Joliet
No one was hurt in the fire. But it is not known what is going to happen to all the weddings and events scheduled for the space. CBS 2's Marissa Perlman reports.
Pilsen homeowners sound off on massive property tax increases
Residents say tax bills are climbing as much as 46 percent – and are forcing longtime Pilsen residents to leave their homes.
Thieves pull up in U-Haul, go through mail in West Loop building
A resident of the building has a good idea of what the crooks were after. CBS 2's Jermont Terry reports.
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