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While she creates pieces bursting with texture, she also creates safe spaces for people dealing with the trauma of domestic violence.
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While she creates pieces bursting with texture, she also creates safe spaces for people dealing with the trauma of domestic violence.
CBS 2's Ryan Baker recently met a young gallery director who is using art to help build community in Chicago Heights.
Martha Wade can't remember a time when art wasn't a part of her life, even when she was a little girl watching TV.
Kenya Moffett-Garner said her art also reflects political movements that are changing history.
It features the work of two long-time aurora artists - Donnell Collins, and Perry Slade.
Budding photographer Madie Meyers isn't shy about sharing. Her snapshots are a constant work in progress.
It replaces a similar project inspired by Vincent van Gogh.
His design beat out more than 60 other submissions from artists around the world and it was selected in a vote of more than 2,000 community members.
The display features 22 images - capturing the beauty of the city, Lake Michigan, the Chicago River, and more.
The students take part in all kinds of art forms from dance to music classes, to theater and even podcasting.
Young artists, who are patients at area hospitals, are taking part in the Snow City Arts program showing off their work not often seen by the public. CBS 2's Suzanne Le Mignot took a look at the organization inspiring young people with difficult health challenges through the arts.
Khodanoor Lajali was one of the hundreds of protesters killed by police during demonstrations against the Islamic regime.
The removal of Ye's image comes as he's lost key business partnerships because of his offensive and antisemetic comments.
It has sand, a pharaoh, and lots of history.
"We're trying to create an environment that can be progressive for us Black people and the community overall."
It's a live paint battle where teams get 90 minutes to complete their work.
CBS 2's Albert Ramon caught up with him at his new exhibit at the Elmhurst Art Museum.
Two popular art festivals are back this weekend.
It was sidelined for two years because of the COVID-19 pandemic but returns this year under the banner "Back to Culture, Back to Tradition."
The family-friendly cultural arts celebration brings the art, music, sights, tastes and sounds of Africa to Chicago.
A teenage girl is charged after attacking and robbing another teen outside a CTA Blue Line stop earlier this month.
Hadley Junior High School principal Steve Diveley was surprised with the award Thursday morning in front of the entire 8th grade class.
Seamus Gray, who was assigned to Naval Station Great Lakes, did not report back at his assigned time, according to Waukegan police.
Zach Brown Band, James Taylor with Sheryl Crow, Eric Church and Imagine Dragons are among the headliners.
All victims, including two children, were taken to hospitals in serious to critical condition -- per the Chicago Fire Department.
Seamus Gray, who was assigned to Naval Station Great Lakes, did not report back at his assigned time, according to Waukegan police.
A teenage girl is charged after attacking and robbing another teen outside a CTA Blue Line stop earlier this month.
Hadley Junior High School principal Steve Diveley was surprised with the award Thursday morning in front of the entire 8th grade class.
As March Madness continues, so is our pizza tournament.
Zach Brown Band, James Taylor with Sheryl Crow, Eric Church and Imagine Dragons are among the headliners.
Chicago Police training tactics are coming under fire – with a community monitoring group saying the tactics are fundamentally flawed and continue to foster a culture of misconduct.
Residents said alerts about problems such as a broken sprinkler head, a running toilet, and even a massive pipe burst have saved them thousands.
The dump is located at the mouth of the river next to the lakefront park of Calumet Park.
CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey sat down with Kersten, who said transparency is the agency's number one goal.
The CBS 2 Investigators delve into a practice the state was ordered to fix decades ago.
The candidates largely reiterated their familiar talking points in the forum.
The crime in Chicago is dominating the mayoral race – and it is also one of the big reasons many businesses are moving out.
The legislation would prohibit care givers from providing gender transition procedures to youths. It also bans puberty blockers and hormone therapy.
CEO Shou Zi Chew is facing intense questioning in testimony before the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
The candidates largely repeated familiar talking points.
The public is reminded that the person is a scammer and does not work for Kane County or any judges.
Since a surge in thefts of the vulnerable Kia and Hyundai models, the South Korean automakers have rolled out more anti-theft software, but the attorneys general are pushing for them to do more.
Residents said alerts about problems such as a broken sprinkler head, a running toilet, and even a massive pipe burst have saved them thousands.
We've told you about this trick before, where thousands of dollars are transferred out of bank accounts in minutes.
CBS 2 found how law firms were able to get the couple's information and how the calls were likely unlawful.
The number of infections has tripled over the last three years.
The World Health Organization made the announcement on Wednesday, March 11, 2020.
Luis Torrens' first home run of the spring put the Cubs up 7-6.
The Brookfield facility will offer mental health assessments, classes, and programs like yoga and meditation to any 14- to 18-year-old who wants or needs them.
Doctors say for the most part, people can fight off such infections on their own. But the drug resistance is a big concern.
Gardner died Monday surrounded by family.
Many say the trade show is really meaningful to the city's economic recovery – especially the downtown area.
The U.S. government took extraordinary steps Sunday to stop a potential banking crisis after the historic failure of Silicon Valley Bank, assuring depositors at the failed financial institution that they would be able to access all of their money.
It will open later this summer in a former railroad depot.
The Cure said Illinois is among states that "actually have laws in place that protect scalpers."
Philadelphia had won eight in a row before Monday night's double-overtime loss to the Bulls.
The Royals did all their damage off Martin in the fourth.
Christopher Morel hit his fourth bomb of the spring.
Development is the name of the game for the Chicago Steel. They've become a bit of a U.S. Hockey League powerhouse.
Two-way star Shohei Ohtani struck out fellow Los Angeles Angels star Mike Trout to end the game. Ohtani was voted the WBC's MVP and called it "the best moment in my life."
The cast of daytimes #1 drama looks back in brand new footage, Paramount+ celebrates the series' legacy, and a sneak peek at the upcoming anniversary storyline is revealed.
The actor's death was confirmed to CBS News by two of his representatives.
The upcoming season includes productions from around the world, ranging from opera classics to more contemporary pieces.
"Everything Everywhere All at Once" stormed through awards season, taking the top prize for each of Hollywood's major award shows.
The Cure said Illinois is among states that "actually have laws in place that protect scalpers."
Sunday is National Epilepsy Awareness Day. The Mayo Clinic describes epilepsy as a neurological disorder in which brain activity becomes abnormal, causing seizures or periods of unusual behavior, sensations and sometimes loss of awareness. According to the CDC, it affects about 3.4 million people nationwide. Landis Wiedner co-hosts a new podcast aimed at raising awareness about epilepsy. https://www.whattheefpodcast.com/
Congratulations to the Illinois Middle School Principal of the Year. Hadley Junior High School principal Steve Diveley was surprised with the award Thursday morning in front of the entire 8th grade class.
Police confirmed Kurell Purnell was charged with one felony count of reckless homicide, three felony counts of aggravated reckless driving, and one citation.
We asked Susannah Snider, managing editor at SmartAsset, after a study was released on Chicago inflation. Here's what we found out.
Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias will announce more than $21 million in grants Thursday.
The best looks from the 62nd annual GRAMMY Awards on CBS.
Red carpet looks from the 61st annual GRAMMY Awards on CBS.
Meet Akiem Hicks
Meetup with Jed Hoyer