Amtrak to begin running 110 mph trains from Chicago to St. Louis
It will now take less than five hours to get from Chicago to St. Louis by train.
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Amtrak signal problems disrupt Metra Milwaukee District North, West lines
This is the third time in the past two weeks that problems with Amtrak have disrupted Metra trains that run into Union Station.
Amtrak gets approval for maximum speeds up to 110 mph between Chicago, St. Louis
The higher speeds will apply primarily between the Amtrak stations in Joliet and Alton, according to a news release.
Amtrak receives approval for 110 mph maximum speeds on most of Chicago-St. Louis route
The change will help shorten schedules for the four Amtrak Lincoln Service round trips and the Texas Eagle.
Amtrak train derails at Union Station; three Metra lines delayed
Commuters should check the Metra website for updates on service.
BNSF, Southwest Service, Heritage Corridor Metra trains delayed
Trains on three Metra commuter lines were delayed Friday afternoon, after an Amtrak locomotive derailed at Union Station.
Amtrak switch problems at Union Station snag multiple Metra lines
Service was back to normal by the evening hours.
Amtrak switch problems snag multiple Metra lines at Union Station
The BNSF, SouthWest, and Heritage Corridor lines are affected. CBS 2's Jermont Terry reports.
Switch problems cause delays for BNSF, SouthWest, and Heritage Corridor Metra trains
The Amtrak switch problems have led to extensive delays for Metra commuters.
Winter storms in Northeast have Amtrak passengers stranded in Chicago
Some Amtrak passengers even had to spend their Christmas in Union Station. They said things were looking up on Christmas Day – until their train got canceled yet again.
Amtrak passengers stranded amid winter storms to the east
Many travelers are frustrated, having been stuck at Union Station through Christmas weekend while their trains keep getting canceled. CBS 2's Lauren Victory reports.
Amtrak passengers left stranded at Union Station due to East Coast winter storm
Many who booked a train trip via Amtrak instead ended up on a bus – stranded and stressed. CBS 2's Lauren Victory reports.
Amtrak passengers stuck at Union Station after train to D.C. canceled over the weekend
"We're not asking for miracles, we just want to go home with the tickets that we paid for months ago," Latonya Moyer said.
Dozens of Amtrak passengers stuck during Christmas
Several Amtrak passengers headed to Washington, D.C., have been stuck at Union Station for two days.
Homewood Amtrak station reopens after $15 million restoration
The train station was originally opened nearly a hundred years ago by the Illinois Central Railroad.
If rail workers strike, supply chains could be affected drastically
In Washington on Wednesday, U.S. House lawmakers voted to adopt a tentative agreement to block the potentially devastating strike.
Rail strike would have drastic effect on supply chains across country
In Washington on Wednesday, U.S. House lawmakers voted to adopt a tentative agreement to block the potentially devastating strike. CBS 2's Charlie De Mar reports.
Rail workers reach tentative agreement to avert strike, President Joe Biden says
The strike would've been a devastating blow to the nation's struggling supply chain.
Possible rail worker strike would have severe ripple effects
In addition to affecting Metra and Amtrak service, a freight rail worker strike could have a serious impact on the supply chains. CBS 2's Chris Tye reports.
Freight train worker strike could cause supply chain crisis as well as halt commuter trains
The trains that might stop running carry everything from the food on your dinner table to this year's Halloween costume.
Possible freight railroad strike could shut down multiple Metra lines
But passengers who rely on nine of Metra's 11 routes may have to find new ways to get around.
Freight railroad strike could shut down multiple Metra lines
A possible railroad strike is looming – and it could have a major impact on your travel plans and beyond. CBS 2's Jermont Terry reports.
Amtrak on a hiring spree looking to fill 4,000 positions
The jobs include management, finance, technology and customer service.
Person hit, killed by Amtrak train in Glenview
None of the 178 passengers and crewmembers on the train was reported to be injured, Amtrak said.
Boy Scouts 'jumped into action' after surviving Amtrak derailment in Missouri
Dozens of people were hurt and four people were killed when the train derailed Monday while en route from Los Angeles to Chicago.
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UPS driver struck by vehicle in Morton Grove
The 55-year-old driver was standing behind his parked truck when a car crashed into him and his truck.
PAWS Chicago waives fees for select pets this weekend
Some pets will even be making their adoption debuts.
Legendary Signature Room closes leaving workers 'lost, hurt, confused'
"It sucks. I'm only 30, and I've never thought I'd have to file for unemployment."
Lincoln Square Apple Fest expanding this year
This year Apple Fest is expanding along Lincoln Avenue from Lawrence to Sunnyside.
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Workers at Ford Chicago Assembly Plant join UAW strike
Two weeks into the strike, approximately 25,000 auto workers have now walked off the job nationwide.
Tempers flare at hearing on city's migrant crisis as influx of asylum seekers ramps up
A key City Council committee met for nearly five hours on Friday to discuss the latest on Chicago's efforts to house thousands of asylum seekers.
3 dead after being found unresponsive in Edgewater senior apartment
A death investigation is underway. CFD initially responded to a hazardous materials situation, but carbon monoxide levels were normal.
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UPS driver struck by vehicle in Morton Grove
The 55-year-old driver was standing behind his parked truck when a car crashed into him and his truck.
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Despite rise in catalytic converter theft, few arrests made in Chicago
Despite years of city leaders and lawmakers trying to fix the problem, the thieves are almost never caught.
Child care providers face "cliff" with pandemic funds set to expire
The American Rescue Plan funding has helped thousands of child care centers across Illinois pay their staff, upgrade their facilities and keep cots lower for parents.
Victim of botched Chicago police raid in 2017 expected to get $300,000 settlement
Police raided Sharnia Phillips' home while searching for two gang members who had never lived there.
Feds to fund improvements to keep pedestrians off Chicago area railroad tracks
A total of 39 people were killed trespassing on railroad tracks in Illinois last year alone.
Now-dead man suspected in murder of Romeoville family had lengthy criminal record
Nathaniel Huey Jr.'s criminal past should have been a red flag – including a court order banning him from possessing firearms.
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Tempers flare at hearing on city's migrant crisis as influx of asylum seekers ramps up
A key City Council committee met for nearly five hours on Friday to discuss the latest on Chicago's efforts to house thousands of asylum seekers.
Dianne Feinstein, California senator who broke glass ceilings, dies at 90
Dianne Feinstein was the longest-serving woman in the U.S. Senate as well as the longest-serving senator from California.
Victim of botched Chicago police raid in 2017 expected to get $300,000 settlement
Police raided Sharnia Phillips' home while searching for two gang members who had never lived there.
Seven buses of migrants arrive in Chicago for second day in a row
Late Wednesday night, we were there as adults and small children stepped off one of the buses, and greeted with blankets.
House Republicans outline basis for Biden impeachment inquiry in first hearing
Top Republicans outlined their view of the factual and legal basis for an impeachment inquiry into President Biden in a 30-page memo.
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Nonprofit dance group owed nearly $50,000 for holiday show performance
The company that owed the money also hadn't paid other entities for security and the venue for the show.
Kia, Hyundai models recalled due to fire risk; separate concerns about security flaws persist
Hyundai warned drivers to park their cars outside until they can get the necessary repairs.
Indiana AG sues MV Realty, says company is deceptive
MV Realty is based out of Florida, but operates in Indiana and several other states – including Illinois.
Contractor accused of scamming people in need of housework
They accused James Nesbitt of taking off with deposits without completing jobs and complained he didn't respond to customers.
Getting Hosed: Officials finally address on bad water billing at City Council hearing
The Chicago City Council Finance Committee held a hearing Tuesday with the heads of the Water Management and Finance departments.
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COVID vaccine during pregnancy helps protect newborns, new study finds
The findings are just the latest to show benefits from COVID vaccination during pregnancy.
Teen who's had two lung transplants gets behind-the-scenes tour of Field Museum
Scientists at the Field Museum showed Josh Burton ways he can still have a career without digging in the dirt.
Northwestern researchers get $45M to develop implant to sense and treat cancer
"From a clinical perspective, this could be a game-changing approach to cancer therapy," said Dr. Jonathan Rivnay.
How to get the new COVID vaccine for free, with or without insurance
Americans still have ways to get vaccinated against COVID-19 at no out-of-pocket cost. Here's what to know.
How FDA's top vaccines official is timing his COVID and flu shots
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GM and Stellantis plants in Bolingbrook and Naperville join UAW strike
"We're not going to wait around forever for a fair contract," UAW President Shawn Fain said. "The companies know how to make this right."
Workers at Chicago Ford plant worry they may have to walk off the job amid strike
Hundreds of autoworkers gathered Thursday outside the UAW Local 551 headquarters, 13550 S. Torrence Ave., to protest.
Alderman wants moratorium on Dollar Tree stores, says properties are "filthy"
"I want to see a moratorium on these type of businesses opening up in our city," said Ald. Matt O'Shea (19th). "This happens in communities all across the city of Chicago."
Kroger and Albertsons sell hundreds of stores in a bid to clear merger of the 2 largest US groceries
Grocers Kroger and Albertsons are selling more than 400 stores and other assets to C&S Wholesale Grocers in an approximately $1.9 billion deal as part of their efforts to complete their merger.
Steppenwolf Theatre announces layoffs of 13 staffers
The company said it has been "negatively impacted by a protracted post-pandemic economic recovery for our sector and the rising cost of inflation,"
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Friday Blitz: Oak Park River Forest v. Lyons Township
CBS 2's Marshall Harris is at the big game at Oak Park River Forest High School where the Huskies are taking on Lyons Township Lions.
Bears vs. Broncos: 3 things to watch in Sunday's Week 4 matchup
Hollywood loves a reboot, right? Well, this week something's gotta give between the Bears and Broncos.
Connor Bedard skates in first NHL exhibition game with Blackhawks, who beat Blues in OT
Bedard had two assists.
Cubs get swept by Braves, fall out of position for NL wild card
The Cubs have dropped 13 of 19.
Bears offense sees opportunity for success against Broncos
Getsy pointed to all 11 players on offense needing to be better, not just quarterback Justin Fields.
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Man indicted for murder of Tupac Shakur in 1996 drive-by shooting
A Nevada grand jury indicted Duane "Keffe D" Davis in the long-unsolved killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, prosecutors announced in court Friday.
Actor Michael Gambon, who played Harry Potter's Dumbledore, dies at 82
Michael Gambon, the British-Irish actor who portrayed Dumbledore in the latter 6 of the 8 "Harry Potter" movies, has died after a bout of pneumonia.
Teri Bristol, Chicago house music DJ, dies at 66
Bristol began DJing in Chicago in the 1980s, and paved the way for a generation of other women DJs.
"Survivor" returns for season 45 Wednesday, Sept. 27 at 8 p.m. ET
Through longer weekly episodes, "Survivor" will take a deeper dive into the players' stories as they're stranded on the stunning islands of Fiji.
Hollywood writers, studios reach tentative deal to end strike
Terms of the deal must still be ratified by the WGA's approximately 11,000 members.
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UPS driver struck by vehicle in Morton Grove
The 55-year-old driver was standing behind his parked truck when a car crashed into him and his truck.
Sen. Dianne Feinstein dies at 90
She was teh oldest sitting United State senator, serving as California's representative in the Senate since 1992.
No deal yet to avoid government shutdown
The clock is ticking, Republicans are divided, and political experts say a shutdown is almost inevitable.
Heavy rain brings flash floods to New York City
A month's worth of rain fell in three hours.
PAWS Chicago waiving fees for over 80 dogs and cats
PAWS is featuring animals who have been in foster care or at the shelter longer than expected.
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Man indicted for murder of Tupac Shakur in 1996 drive-by shooting
A Nevada grand jury indicted Duane "Keffe D" Davis in the long-unsolved killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, prosecutors announced in court Friday.
"Painkiller: The Tylenol Murders" documentary premieres on Paramount + on October 10
Using hours of exclusive archival footage, the five-part docuseries transports viewers back four decades to the moments after a twisted killer laced Tylenol pills with cyanide and killed seven people in the Chicago area.
Good Samaritans step in after woman is robbed, beaten in Little Italy alley
Surveillance video shows the man punching the woman in an attempt to get her purse. Keep in mind this happened at 4 p.m.
Oak Park on alert after armed robberies, carjackings this past weekend
There were four armed robberies, one carjacking, and one aggravated assault that was believed to be an attempted robbery in Oak Park early Sunday.
Several people robbed at South Chicago bus stop
CBS 2 news crews talked with one of the victims who said his iPhone was stolen by a group near 79th Street and Jeffery Boulevard.
