For Chicago artist, weaving textiles is a 'cathartic release' after trauma
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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Black artists aim to build community with Chicago Heights gallery
CBS 2's Ryan Baker recently met a young gallery director who is using art to help build community in Chicago Heights.
Navy Pier features Chicago painter's work honoring her dad, Black history
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.
Chicago artist uses clay to connect to 'fragility' of Black life
Kenya Moffett-Garner said her art also reflects political movements that are changing history.
Aurora Public Art opening newest photo exhibit Friday evening
It features the work of two long-time aurora artists - Donnell Collins, and Perry Slade.
Chicago artist's photos drew interest from a buyer. It was a scam
Budding photographer Madie Meyers isn't shy about sharing. Her snapshots are a constant work in progress.
'Mozart Immersive' experience coming to Chicago
It replaces a similar project inspired by Vincent van Gogh.
Glen Ellyn unveils 'The Grove' mural illustrating the area's native trees
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.
Last chance to see Barry Butler's "Flow: Water Brings Life to Chicago" at Navy Pier
The display features 22 images - capturing the beauty of the city, Lake Michigan, the Chicago River, and more.
Chicago organization helps hospitalized children through art
The students take part in all kinds of art forms from dance to music classes, to theater and even podcasting.
Chicago organization helps hospitalized children through art
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.
Activists, artists collaborate to honor protester killed during demonstrations in Iran
Khodanoor Lajali was one of the hundreds of protesters killed by police during demonstrations against the Islamic regime.
Chicago mural of Kanye West painted over in Fulton Market
The removal of Ye's image comes as he's lost key business partnerships because of his offensive and antisemetic comments.
Immersive King Tut premiering at Lighthouse Artspace Chicago Friday
It has sand, a pharaoh, and lots of history.
Black Bronzeville curators create Fortunehouse, a gallery space for the community
"We're trying to create an environment that can be progressive for us Black people and the community overall."
Artists to compete in Secret Walls competition at Subterranean
It's a live paint battle where teams get 90 minutes to complete their work.
Pilsen artist Sentrock turned his love of street art into community building
CBS 2's Albert Ramon caught up with him at his new exhibit at the Elmhurst Art Museum.
Ravenswood Walk, Lakeview East Art Festivals return this weekend
Two popular art festivals are back this weekend.
'Like no other': The African Festival of Arts returns to Chicago 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."
33rd annual African Festival of Arts returns Labor Day weekend to Washington Park
The family-friendly cultural arts celebration brings the art, music, sights, tastes and sounds of Africa to Chicago.
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Girl, 17, charged with battery, robbery outside Western CTA Blue Line station
A teenage girl is charged after attacking and robbing another teen outside a CTA Blue Line stop earlier this month.
Glen Ellyn principal named 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.
Waukegan police search for missing 21-year-old Navy servicemember
Seamus Gray, who was assigned to Naval Station Great Lakes, did not report back at his assigned time, according to Waukegan police.
Summerfest 2023 lineup announced
Zach Brown Band, James Taylor with Sheryl Crow, Eric Church and Imagine Dragons are among the headliners.
18-year-old charged in North Park crash that left 1 dead, 6 injured
All victims, including two children, were taken to hospitals in serious to critical condition -- per the Chicago Fire Department.
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Waukegan police search for missing 21-year-old Navy servicemember
Seamus Gray, who was assigned to Naval Station Great Lakes, did not report back at his assigned time, according to Waukegan police.
Girl, 17, charged with battery, robbery outside Western CTA Blue Line station
A teenage girl is charged after attacking and robbing another teen outside a CTA Blue Line stop earlier this month.
Glen Ellyn principal named 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.
Chicago Pizza Tournament Championship: Lou Malnati's Vs. Vito & Nick's
As March Madness continues, so is our pizza tournament.
Summerfest 2023 lineup announced
Zach Brown Band, James Taylor with Sheryl Crow, Eric Church and Imagine Dragons are among the headliners.
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Monitor group: CPD officers are taught their lives more important than community safety
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.
Highland Park lets residents know about extra water use before bill comes
Residents said alerts about problems such as a broken sprinkler head, a running toilet, and even a massive pipe burst have saved them thousands.
Organizations sue over plans to expand toxic sludge dumpsite on southeast lakefront
The dump is located at the mouth of the river next to the lakefront park of Calumet Park.
COPA Chief administrator clears up misconceptions about what agency does
CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey sat down with Kersten, who said transparency is the agency's number one goal.
Illinois foster children are being moved repeatedly from one place to another
The CBS 2 Investigators delve into a practice the state was ordered to fix decades ago.
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Johnson, Vallas get heated in attacks on each other's positions in roundtable forum
The candidates largely reiterated their familiar talking points in the forum.
What would Vallas, Johnson do to reverse downtown retail exodus?
The crime in Chicago is dominating the mayoral race – and it is also one of the big reasons many businesses are moving out.
Indiana House expected to vote on ban on gender affirming care for minors
The legislation would prohibit care givers from providing gender transition procedures to youths. It also bans puberty blockers and hormone therapy.
Watch Live: TikTok CEO testifies before House panel amid growing calls for ban
CEO Shou Zi Chew is facing intense questioning in testimony before the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Vallas and Johnson address controversies, fire off familiar attacks at latest debate
The candidates largely repeated familiar talking points.
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Kane County officials warn of scammer targeting people in Zoom court hearings
The public is reminded that the person is a scammer and does not work for Kane County or any judges.
Raoul, 21 other attorneys general urge Kia and Hyundai to do more to stop car thefts
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.
Highland Park lets residents know about extra water use before bill comes
Residents said alerts about problems such as a broken sprinkler head, a running toilet, and even a massive pipe burst have saved them thousands.
Relief hard to come by for Chicago area wire fraud scam victims
We've told you about this trick before, where thousands of dollars are transferred out of bank accounts in minutes.
Chicago couple 'bombarded' with cold calls from attorneys after fender bender
CBS 2 found how law firms were able to get the couple's information and how the calls were likely unlawful.
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Chicago medical expert sounds alarm over drug-resistant Candida auris fungal infections
The number of infections has tripled over the last three years.
Saturday marks three years since COVID-19 was deemed worldwide pandemic
The World Health Organization made the announcement on Wednesday, March 11, 2020.
Cubs top Rangers in Cactus League meetup
Luis Torrens' first home run of the spring put the Cubs up 7-6.
New facility provides a safe space for teens with mental health struggles
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 raise alarm about drug-resistant Shigella bacteria
Doctors say for the most part, people can fight off such infections on their own. But the drug resistance is a big concern.
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Edward Gardner, co-founder of Soft Sheen Products and titan in philanthropy, dies at 98
Gardner died Monday surrounded by family.
ProMat trade show brings more people to McCormick Place than it did in 2019
Many say the trade show is really meaningful to the city's economic recovery – especially the downtown area.
U.S. government moves to guarantee Silicon Valley Bank depositors' funds
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.
Guinness to open brewery, taproom in Fulton Market district
It will open later this summer in a former railroad depot.
The Cure call out Illinois for policies on ticket scalping
The Cure said Illinois is among states that "actually have laws in place that protect scalpers."
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Bulls get pounded as they play 76ers for second night in a row
Philadelphia had won eight in a row before Monday night's double-overtime loss to the Bulls.
Davis Martin, White Sox fall short to Royals in Cactus League play
The Royals did all their damage off Martin in the fourth.
Cubs top Oakland A's as Cactus League play starts to wind down
Christopher Morel hit his fourth bomb of the spring.
As Blackhawks rebuild, junior league Steel helping develop potential future NHL stars
Development is the name of the game for the Chicago Steel. They've become a bit of a U.S. Hockey League powerhouse.
Japan tops defending champ U.S. 3-2, wins World Baseball Classic
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."
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New details revealed about 50th anniversary celebration "The Young and the Restless"
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.
Lance Reddick, actor in "The Wire" and "John Wick" movies, dies at age 60
The actor's death was confirmed to CBS News by two of his representatives.
Lyric Opera unveils 2023-24 season; featuring "The Flying Dutchman, "Aida," and Mozart's "Requiem"
The upcoming season includes productions from around the world, ranging from opera classics to more contemporary pieces.
Oscars 2023: List of winners and nominees
"Everything Everywhere All at Once" stormed through awards season, taking the top prize for each of Hollywood's major award shows.
The Cure call out Illinois for policies on ticket scalping
The Cure said Illinois is among states that "actually have laws in place that protect scalpers."
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Chicago podcast host shares journey with epilepsy
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/
Hadley Junior High's Steve Diveley named Illinois Principal of the Year
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.
Man, 18, charged in deadly crash in North Park that left 6 others injured
Police confirmed Kurell Purnell was charged with one felony count of reckless homicide, three felony counts of aggravated reckless driving, and one citation.
How much is $100,000 worth in Chicago?
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 announcing millions in grants to prevent carjackings, thefts
Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias will announce more than $21 million in grants Thursday.
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