Blackhawks draw No. 1 overall pick in 2023 NHL Draft
The No. 1 spot would be a big opportunity for any team to draft a franchise-altering player in Canada's Connor Bedard.
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Patrick Kane now an unrestricted free agent, but would like to return to Rangers
Kane wasn't great with the Rangers, and still isn't sure if he'll need surgery for what's been a lingering lower body injury.
Jonathan Toews plays last game as a Blackhawk
The three-time Stanley Cup champion missed two months of this season with long COVID-19 and an immune system illness, after missing all of the 2020-21 season.
Blackhawks lose to Flyers in Jonathan Toews' finale
Toews had a chance to win the game in overtime, but he was denied by Felix Sandstrom on a breakaway with about 2:15 remaining.
Blackhawks beat Penguins, deal blow to Pittsburgh's playoff hopes
Buddy Robinson and Andres Athanasiou scored 26 seconds apart in the third period.
With loss to Wild, Blackhawks have dropped 11 of 12
The Blackhawks (25-49-6) are in the mix with Columbus, Anaheim and San Jose for the worst record in the NHL this season.
Future still uncertain for Jonathan Toews as Blackhawks' season winds down
Toews has been asked a hundred different ways what's next after the season ends, with his contract expiring this summer.
Blackhawks get shut out by Cancuks, have lost 9 of 10
Alex Stalock stopped 26 shots for the Blackhawks.
Athanasiou scores twice as Blackhawks beat Flames
Jujhar Khaira and Austin Wagner also scored for the 'Hawks (25-46-6), which began the night in last place in the NHL.
Jonathan Toews expected to return to play for Blackhawks
The Blackhawks captain has missed 27 games over more than two months due to symptoms of long COVID and chronic immune response syndrome.
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Northwestern lacrosse team wins 8th national title, 1st since 2012
The national champion Northwestern Wildcats lacrosse team received a warm welcome as they returned home Monday, after dominating Boston College 18-6 in the national title game.
Stroman's 1-hitter leads Cubs to 1-0 win over MLB-leading Rays
Stroman (5-4) dazzled in his fourth complete game and second shutout in nine major league seasons.
Liam Hendriks returns to White Sox after beating stage 4 cancer
Hendriks could provide a big lift for a Chicago team that has struggled for much of the season.
Northwestern Women's Lacrosse team beats Boston College 18-6; wins first NCAA Championship since 2012
The win comes after the team made it into their fourth-straight Final Four and beating Denver 15-17 on Friday.
Northwestern wins Game 1 of Super Regional 3-1 against Alabama
Northwestern took Game 1 of the best-of-three series 3-1. Game 2 is Saturday night.
White Sox sluggers Vaughn, Moncada rough up Tigers early and often in 12-3 rout
Andrew Vaughn hit a two-run homer and drove in three runs, Yoan Moncada also had three RBIs and the Chicago White Sox routed the Detroit Tigers 12-3 on Friday night.
Delle Donne hits late go-ahead 3-pointer, Mystics beat Sky 71-69
Elena Delle Donne scored 25 points, Shakira Austin had 15 points and 11 rebounds and the Washington Mystics beat the Chicago Sky 71-69.
Northwestern women's lacrosse in the national championship for first time since 2012
They're back in the national championship game for the first time since 2012 and will face the winner of Boston College and Syracuse on Sunday.
Cubs manage only 2 hits in 9-0 loss to Reds
Hunter Greene threw six hitless innings and the Cincinnati Reds came within six outs of the first no-hitter of the season.
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Chicagoans honor the fallen on Memorial Day
"It means that I am proud to be an American."
It's red, white and blue for the Arlington Heights Memorial Day parade
Marching bands, U.S. veterans and lots of American flags flooded the streets in Arlington Heights.
With more gunfire on the Eisenhower Expressway, expert says Chicago has a big problem
The latest shooting incident happened around 9:20 p.m. Sunday on the inbound Eisenhower near Western Avenue.
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.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Warm week ahead
According to CBS 2 Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon, partly cloudy tonight with lows near 60 degree and mid 50s in the suburbs.
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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.
ICE demands data from abortion clinics, restaurants, schools with obscure legal tool
ICE agents are frequently using an administrative subpoena, also known as a 1509 summons, in questionable ways to seek records and information.
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Tentative debt ceiling deal reached to avert default
After days of intense negotiations and weeks of talks, an agreement in principle has been reached to raise the debt ceiling.
Doctor reprimanded for speaking publicly about 10-year-old's abortion
Attorney General Todd Rokita filed a complaint with Indiana's medical licensing board against Dr. Caitlin Bernard after she spoke publicly about a 10-year-old's abortion.
Durbin: Speaker McCarthy is 'playing political poker' in debt ceiling standoff
Lawmakers in Washington have just one week to raise the debt ceiling or risk defaulting on the U.S. debt for the first time in history.
More than 100 CPD officers have history of making false reports, watchdog finds
The city's inspector general said those officers have been allowed "to remain in positions with duties that depend upon their truthfulness and credibility," even though a history of lying "can erode public trust and create risks for CPD."
Gov. Pritzker, Democratic leaders announce state budget deal
Pritzker, Senate President Don Harmon and House Speaker Emanuel "Chris" Welch did not disclose a dollar amount for the budget.
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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.
Illinois Senate committee advances safety changes to SNAP after CBS 2 exposes fraud
The new bill in Springfield would collect data from SNAP cards to better track skimming and fraud.
Designer says fashion show producer scammed him, but producer says he did nothing wrong
Models who were supposed to be wearing the designer's gowns are also missing money.
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University of Chicago Medicine hosting free clinic in Glendale Heights on Saturday
It's taking place at the Glendale Heights Sports Hub at 250 Civic Centre Plaza in Glendale Heights on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Drugs — from cancer meds to children's Tylenol — are in short supply
Nationwide drug shortage is a "tragedy happening in slow motion," a cancer surgeon says. "Patients simply deserve better."
Mpox cases still on the rise in Chicago
All of those affected have been symptomatic men – most of whom have already had two doses of the JYNNEOS vaccine.
Chicago doctor shares how to help children with mental health challenges
CBS 2 spoke to the doctor with concerns from one CBS 2 viewer about the challenges her child is facing.
At least a dozen new mpox cases under investigation in Chicago area
All the cases in the Chicago area were among men between the ages of 24 and 46.
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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.
Illinois lawmakers vote to extend law allowing serving of cocktails to-go
Gov. JB Pritzker approved the popular policy during the COVID-19 pandemic. It was set to expire in June of 2024.
Business continues to rebound at McCormick Place after pandemic
McCormick Place officials said, in the first quarter of 2023, hotel room stays generated from events were up 70% from last year, and attendance to conventions was 77% higher.
Cannabis license holders of color say they need help from state lawmakers
They said without urgent help, they won't make the July deadline to open and could lose their investment.
Licensed cannabis transporters say illegal deliveries are happening without consequence
The legal cannabis transporters say they will be forced out of business if the state does not enforce its own standards.
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Northwestern lacrosse team wins 8th national title, 1st since 2012
The national champion Northwestern Wildcats lacrosse team received a warm welcome as they returned home Monday, after dominating Boston College 18-6 in the national title game.
Stroman's 1-hitter leads Cubs to 1-0 win over MLB-leading Rays
Stroman (5-4) dazzled in his fourth complete game and second shutout in nine major league seasons.
Liam Hendriks returns to White Sox after beating stage 4 cancer
Hendriks could provide a big lift for a Chicago team that has struggled for much of the season.
Northwestern Women's Lacrosse team beats Boston College 18-6; wins first NCAA Championship since 2012
The win comes after the team made it into their fourth-straight Final Four and beating Denver 15-17 on Friday.
Northwestern wins Game 1 of Super Regional 3-1 against Alabama
Northwestern took Game 1 of the best-of-three series 3-1. Game 2 is Saturday night.
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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
"Rachael Ray Show" ends after 17 seasons
Ray received tributes from several former guests, including former first lady Michelle Obama, Oprah, Kate Hudson, Jessica Alba and 50 Cent.
Tina Turner, "Queen of Rock 'n' Roll," dies at 83
The "What's Love Got To Do With It" singer's death was confirmed to CBS News on Wednesday afternoon.
Rapper Fetty Wap sentenced to 6 years in prison for drug trafficking charges
The rapper was one of six defendants involved in a conspiracy that distributed over 100 kilograms of illicit drugs.
Series finale of "NCIS: Los Angeles" airs Sunday, May 21
The NCIS team continues the case with ATF and the stolen military-grade weapons.
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Chicago Mayor Johnson lays wreath in Grant Park for Memorial Day
Chicago leaders gathered for a ceremony in Grant Park. A rifle salute paid tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice defending our nation's freedom.
Third shooting on Eisenhower Expressway in weeks
DePaul University transportation expert Joe Schwieterman says the shootings represent a pattern, and a serious problem. CBS 2's Tara Molina reports.
Charges filed after separate shooting incidents involving toddlers
The incidents happened within a period of hours in Rogers Park and Auburn Gresham. CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey reports.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Sunny week ahead
CBS 2 Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon has a check on the bright week ahead.
Gun safety questions after two 2-year-olds are shot in separate incidents
People have been charged in each incident, but is unclear whether either of the two people charged actually fired a weapon. CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey reports.
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