Bank of America closes woman's account without explanation, despite her needing money for surgery
"I was upset and frustrated...I've just been dealing with it and this has been since April."
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Bank of America cardholders can enjoy free admission to 8 Chicagoland museums
This weekend, Bank of America cardholders can visit eight of the city's museums and cultural institutions as part of their 'Museums on Us' program.
Man Takes Security Guard's Gun During ATM Robbery In Avondale
A man stole a security guard's gun during an ATM robbery in Avondale Wednesday night.
No Bail For Two Men Charged With Killing 3, Including Armored Car Guard And Two Accomplices, During 'Murderous Spree' On South Side
Antwon Montgomery, 19, and Deandre Jennings, 21, have both face multiple felony charges in connection with the crime spree that stretched from West Chatham to Grand Crossing to South Chicago.
After LaShonda Hearts Was Killed, CBS 2 Looks At 'Extremely Dangerous Job' Of Moving Money
"The pay is nowhere near commensurate with where the risk level is."
Suspect Tries To Break Into ATM In Portage Park Using Blow Torch
A person used a blow torch while attempting to break into an ATM at a Bank of America drive-thru in Portage Park.
Single Mom Had $1,700 Stolen From Her Account, But Bank Won't Refund Her Without Proof She Was Hacked
"I file a police report, I go by the book, but I have to find out who hacked into my phone and did this? I can't do that. I don't know how to do that," Nicole Saez said.
Music Business Owner On The Hook For $36,000 She Can't Afford After Mixup With PPP Loan; I Feel That I Was Misled'
A woman who took out a loan trying to save her small business during the pandemic now says that loan could cause her to shut down.
West Side Restaurateur Says He's Had Issues Accessing His Own Money From Bank Of America, And It's Interfering With His Business
Jermaine Jordan serves hundreds of people every day of the week from his restaurant, and he said money to keep the place going wasn't a problem - until he started having issues accessing his own.
Identity Theft Scam Leaves Victim And Banks Baffled; 'I Hope That We Can Get To The Bottom Of It'
Scammers stole thousands of dollars from a Joliet woman, and tricked her bank into thinking the money was theirs.
Fraudsters Cost Her $6,500, And She Had To Hire Computer Expert To Prove It To Bank Of America
Someone got into Julie Poncela's bank account, and used the electronic payment service Zelle to send money to people she didn't know over the course of a few days; three transactions totaling $6,500.
Bank Of America Raising Hourly Minimum Wage To $20
Bank of America Corp. has more than 205,000 workers.
No New Details On Country Club Hills Police-Involved Shooting
Country Club Hills police shot a driver who allegedly hit an officer with his car Thursday night outside a bank.
Signed Check Used To Take $4,500 From Couple's Account
A couple battled their bank for nearly a year after a signed check was used to take $4,500 from their account.
Bank Of America Plans To Stop Lending To Makers Of Assault Weapons
Bank of America says it plans to stop lending money to gunmakers who produce military-style firearms for civilians.
Quinn Joins Movement To End New Bank Of America Checking Fee
Ever the supporter of public petitions, former Gov. Pat Quinn has added his voice to the growing criticism of Bank of America for ending its only free checking account option that doesn't require a minimum balance.
Suspect In Custody After Elmhurst Bank Robbery
Authorities have taken a suspect into custody after a bank robbery Saturday afternoon in west suburban Elmhurst.
Health Care Workers Protest Outside South Side Bank Of America Branch
A cold but determined group of child care and home care workers staged a Valentine's Day weekend protest Saturday outside of a Bank of America branch in the South Side Chatham neighborhood.
Chicago Teacher Spends Night In Jail After Bank Sit-In
Some teachers think Bank of America has mismanaged Chicago school funds. CBS 2's Dorothy Tucker reports.
Teachers Plan Rally Outside Bank Of America To Protest CPS Debt
The union expects a "big turnout" for its rally outside of the Midwest regional office of the Bank of America, which the union accuses of steering the Chicago Board of Education into making bad investments.
CTU Closes $725,000 Account At Bank Of America To Protest CPS Debt Swaps
The battle between the Chicago Teachers Union and the Chicago Public Schools headed to a new front on Wednesday, as the union told a big bank it is taking its business elsewhere.
Woman Charged In Winnetka Bank Robbery, Suspected In Another In Elmhurst
Arden Metalitz made off with $1,000 after she robbed a Chase Bank branch Nov. 6 at 791 Elm St. in Winnetka, according to a federal criminal complaint.
Man Charged With Robbing Mount Prospect Bank
James Cagney, 20, walked into the Bank of America branch at 1080 S. Elmhurst Road about 3 p.m. Tuesday and handed a teller a deposit slip that said "all money in the bag. Be quiet or be killed," according to a criminal complaint filed in U.S. District Court in Chicago.
Survey: Most Chicagoans Reluctant To Disconnect From Their Phone
According to a Bank of America survey, 73 percent of Chicago residents sleep with their smartphones, and 30 percent have fallen asleep with their phone in their hand. In addition, 38 percent said it's the first thing they reach for in the morning, and 58 percent check their phone at least once an hour.
After Case Of Mistaken Identity, Steelworker Denied Home Loan
A south suburban man says a bank added insult to injury, after it mixed up his identity and then denied him the loan he wanted.
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CBS 2 asked CPD why riders didn't see more officers Sunday. Police said they will be able to clarify that with an additional press conference Monday.
Fallen Chicago police officer Ella French honored in special ceremony 1 year after her death
It's been one year since the officer was shot and killed during a traffic stop.
Chicago Weather Alert: Scattered downpours, possible flooding
Although widespread severe storms are not expected, storms producing gusty winds and torrential downpours will be possible.
Chicago Police search for man groping women from motorized skaeboard
They say he has assaulted at least two women, however, we found there are more victims.
Stephen Marlow, suspected of 4 murders, captured by police after multi-state manhunt
In a video he posted he mentioned friends in Chicago, which prompted investigators to think he could have been heading to the Chicago area.
6 killed, 40 wounded in weekend shootings across Chicago
At least seven people are dead, and 45 others are wounded after weekend shootings across the city so far.
Multiple cars hit by party bus in Northalsted neighborhood
People on Chicago's North Side were forced to run for safety as an out-of-control party bus sideswiped a string of cars Saturday.
16-year-old boy charged with attempted carjacking in West Lawn
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Driver of party bus that rammed into a dozen vehicles in Chicago facing charges
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CBS 2 asked CPD why riders didn't see more officers Sunday. Police said they will be able to clarify that with an additional press conference Monday.
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$33.5 million verdict ordered against Village of Dolton in deadly 2016 crash involving police
Attorneys say it all started with a driver rolling through a stop sign.
New motion in R. Kelly case claims deceptive practices by former lead prosecutor
With the Chicago federal trial for R. Kelly and two of his associates set to begin in less than two weeks, attorneys for one of the defendants – Derrell McDavid – filed a bizarre motion in court Wednesday.
Englewood building residents go for 12 days without water service
That length of time made for a rough situation for people living in the building, and raised questions about why it took so long.
How did a driver end up going the wrong way on I-90, causing crash that killed six?
The Illinois Secretary of State's office said the women, Jennifer Fernandez of Carpentersville, had a valid driver's license and no offenses on her record.
Getting Hosed: North Lawndale landlord's water bill jumps from $200 to $20,000 for one month
Yasser Almanaseer said he has had no luck in getting it fixed.
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Indiana becomes 1st to approve abortion ban post Roe
The Indiana Legislature on Friday approved the near-total abortion ban with some exceptions, including in cases of rape, incest, and to protect the life and physical health of the mother.
Illinois abortion clinics have been flooded with patients since Roe overturning; new Indiana law could mean even more
More than a month after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, a better idea is emerging of how big the impact has been on Illinois clinics.
Republicans pick Milwaukee to host 2024 national convention
The decision was all-but sealed after opposition in Nashville lead to that city's council on Tuesday rejecting a draft agreement for hosting the event.
Arizona, Missouri, Kansas, Michigan and Washington primary results
Abortion was on the ballot in Kansas, while Trump's influence was put to the test in swing state Arizona.
New men's homeless shelter in Rogers Park has green light, but not everyone likes the idea
"Our community's feelings about this are complex and the concerns are complex," said Ald. Maria Hadden (49th).
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Illinois AG warns of scam using phony websites to target banking customers
The scammers make the websites look real as they trick customers to enter their information to create a bank account.
Are we in a recession? An expert says yes, but there's a sliver of good news about falling prices
The GDP a measure of total spending on goods and services across the economy, fell at an annual rate of 0.9 percent, the Commerce Department said Thursday.
Inflation is at 40-year high, and one expert says cost of living is even worse than numbers say
The Consumer Price Index reports the price of gas skyrocketed nearly 60 percent over the last year – and it's of course far from the only commodity affected.
Flight delays and cancellations are expected to be a disaster this holiday weekend
Buckle up for a weekend of travel chaos – starting Thursday, mass delays and cancellations are expected just to get worse heading into the holiday weekend.
After losing rental income, Chicago man gets stuck with long wait from state assistance program
Rental income was part of a Chicago man's retirement plan, but that hit a snag when his renters lost their jobs during the pandemic.
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Chicago launches public health plan for monkeypox
The United States now counts more infections from the virus than any other country in the world. Since May, cases have grown from zero to 6,617.
U.S. declares monkeypox outbreak a public health emergency
The declaration could help the federal government respond as the number of cases grows and demand for the vaccine far exceeds supply around the country.
Are "Novids" special or just lucky at avoiding COVID-19?
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Northalsted Market Days organizers focus on safety amid monkeypox outbreak
Market Days will be held this Saturday and Sunday along Halsted Street from Addison Street south to Belmont Avenue.
Gov. Pritzker declares monkeypox virus outbreak in Illinois a Public Health Emergency
The proclamation takes effect immediately and will remain in place for 30 days.
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Camp Aramoni brings boutique camping experience to site less than two hours away from Chicago
In the town of Tonica – less than two hours away from Chicago and right next to Starved Rock State Park – a hidden treasure sits on 96 acres of preserved land.
New 'first class' theatre at Wheeling Town Center hopes to draw back in-person crowds
Operators of the new theatre hope enhancing the experience will draw back crowds not since since before the pandemic.
Meet Kyriakos 'Carl' Damianides, proudly at the helm of the Sky-Ride Tap downtown for 50 years
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More Illinois Black, Latino business owners receive marijuana retail licenses
The state issued 149 retail licenses on Friday, more than doubling the number of pot shops statewide.
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Dunning blanks old team, García 5 RBIs as Texas routs ChiSox
Dane Dunning allowed one hit in seven dominant innings against his former team for his first win since April, and Adolis García drove in five runs as the Texas Rangers shut out the Chicago White Sox 8-0 on Saturday night.
Smyly finally wins at home as Cubs beat Marlins 4-0
Drew Smyly tossed shutout ball into the seventh inning for his first win at Wrigley Field for the Cubs, leading Chicago past the Miami Marlins 4-0 on Saturday.
Dylan Cease pitches 6 strong innings, White Sox beat Rangers
Dylan Cease pitched six strong innings, Eloy Jimenez hit a tiebreaking solo home run and the Chicago White Sox beat the Texas Rangers on Friday night.
Chicago Fire goalkeeper Gabriel Slonina signs with Chelsea
The young phenom goalkeeper will finish out the season in Chicago before heading over to the English Premier League.
Sky beat Washington Mystics, tie franchise record with 24 regular-season wins
The Sky have a two-game lead over second-place Las Vegas with four games to play.
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Elton John stops to see preview of Broadway In Chicago's 'The Devil Wears Prada'
A preview performance of Broadway in Chicago's new show "The Devil Wears Prada" had a very special guest in attendance this week.
Ambulance transports, arrests at Lollapalooza down this year compared with last
The Office of Emergency Management and Communications said 68 people were transported by ambulance from Lollapalooza this year, compared with 102 last year.
Lightfoot announces 10-year deal extension to host Lollapalooza in Chicago
Lightfoot's office said the deal comes with an "estimated future financial impact of nearly $4 billion for the Chicago economy."
Mary Alice, Emmy and Tony winning actress, dead at 85
She won a Tony Award for her starring role in "Fences" on Broadway, and an Emmy Award for her supporting role in the TV series "I'll Fly Away."
Will Smith addresses Chris Rock slap at Oscars in apology video
Smith said he didn't apologize during his Oscar's acceptance speech because he was "fogged out by that point."
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Man wanted in connection to 4 murders in Ohio arrested in Kansas
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Driver of party bus that rammed into a dozen vehicles in Chicago facing charges
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Chicago Police promise increased CTA patrols, but riders don't see more officers
CBS 2 asked CPD why riders didn't see officers Sunday. Police said they will be able to clarify that with an additional press conference Monday.
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