Berwyn invests in new, cutting-edge emergency dispatch system
The system won't be in full force until next summer, but officials said it will be the first of its kind in Illinois.
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Berwyn introduces new, high-tech emergency dispatch system
The system won't be in full force until next summer, but officials said it will be the first of its kind in Illinois. CBS 2's Jim Williams reports.
FEMA's disaster recovery centers in Berwyn, Riverdale to close this weekend
Both were opened to help people following this summer's severe storms and flooding.
FEMA's disaster recovery centers in Berwyn, Riverdale to close this weekend
For those still in need of help, a number of other recovery centers throughout Cook County will continue to operate.
State leaders to discuss flooding responses across Chicago
They'll also map out locations that need its infrastructure improved - including in Berwyn, Cicero, Oak Park, and Chicago.
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.
Federal funds geared toward making BNSF railroad tracks safer
The money will help prevent pedestrians from gaining access to the BNSF rail lines near roadway crossings from Berwyn to La Grange. CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey reports.
Feds pay $3 million to make Chicago area BNSF tracks safer
A total of 39 people were killed trespassing on railroad tracks in Illinois last year alone. CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey reports.
Disaster relief centers open to help Cook County flood victims
Nearly two months after torrential rain tore through Cook County, damaging several homes, disaster relief centers have opened to help flood victims. FEMA is staffing four of them around the county. CBS 2's Marissa Perlman spoke to families still picking up the pieces.
U.S. mail carrier robbed in Berwyn
The suspects are believed to be armed and dangerous.
Police looking for suspect in robbery of U.S. letter carrier in Berwyn
Two gunmen robbed a carrier in the 1400 block of Home Avenue just before 11 a.m. on Wednesday.
Cicero, Berwyn residents await federal help after devastating floods
FEMA is expected to assess the damage in suburban Cicero and Berwyn sometime this week.
Cicero residents frustrated by pace of federal response to flooding damage weeks ago
The Federal Emergency Management Agency is expected to head to Cicero and Berwyn this week for an official flood damage assessment. But one month later, residents said they can't wait for the federal government to help. CBS 2's Marissa Perlman was out talking to neighbors who are still hoping for help and soon.
Cicero, Berwyn residents await federal help after devastating floods
The Federal Emergency Management Agency is expected to head to Cicero and Berwyn this week for an official flood damage assessment. But one month later, residents said they can't wait for the federal government to help. CBS 2's Marissa Perlman was out talking to neighbors who are still hoping for help and soon.
Three houses destroyed in Berwyn fire
Video from Citizen App and social media shows the intensity of the fire just before 6 p.m. near 22nd and Harvey.
Three houses destroyed in Berwyn fire
Video from Citizen App and social media shows the intensity of the fire just before 6 p.m. near 22nd and Harvey.
Berwyn Shops reopens with a dozen vendors for second year of program
This is the second year for the program following last year's successful run.
Berwyn Shops reopens for second year
Each year, a cohort of a dozen vendors are picked to open shop, to try and get their new business ventures off the ground.
Video shows Metra train hitting car in Berwyn
Berwyn police said a Chicago woman who was driving north on Ridgeland Avenue went around the railroad crossing gates, which were down at the time, and then abandoned the vehicle on the tracks before the train hit it.
Berwyn tattoo artist accused of trying to meet 15-year-old girl for sex
Gerardo Melendez, 32, was really talking to a Cook County Sheriff's police investigators, according to the Sheriff's office.
Parents, teachers meet to discuss safety at Morton West after gun found
The student who had the gun did not make any known threats.
Parents in Berwyn demanding answers after gun recovered at Morton West High School
The student did not make any threat, and the gun was recovered without incident.
Missing man, 83, last seen in Berwyn found dead in North Riverside
Jose Arevalo was last seen at his home Friday morning.
MISSING: Jose Arevalo, 83, last seen Friday in Berwyn
Arevalo's daughter told us he was last seen sleeping next to his wife – when he got up, walked out the back door, and never came back.
Search on for Jose Arevalo, 83, last seen Friday in Berwyn
Arevalo’s daughter told us he was last seen sleeping next to his wife – when he got up, walked out the back door, and never came back.
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3 people displaced after apartment fire in Portage Park
No injuries were reported.
Firefighters battle blaze at dollar store in Logan Square.
The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Wednesday warmup
Temperatures climb to the 40s on Wednesday.
Blackhawks get goals from Dickinson, 3 others, top Kraken
The Blackhawks had dropped six of seven. They held off the Kraken in the final minutes.
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Migrants say they were kicked out of Chicago Police station and into frigid cold
"This is not a game," a police captain is heard saying on video. "I want everybody out this station; out this lobby… all this junk out of here."
Jurors hear wiretapped conversations between Ed Burke, mole Danny Solis
At the time, Solis was also a sitting member of the Chicago City Council, as alderman of the 25th Ward.
South suburban youth football teams headed to Florida to compete for title
It has been a challenge for both teams to find the money to make their dream a reality.
Blackhawks to terminate Corey Perry's contract for "unacceptable" conduct
The Blackhawks said Perry engaged in "unacceptable" conduct that violated terms of his contract and the team's internal policies "intended to promote professional and safe work environment."
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Man called to report SUV on train tracks in Michigan, but Amtrak train hit it anyway
Amtrak said they were never notified of the SUV on the tracks before the crash last week, was despite a warning call a full 41 minutes earlier.
Could 'design flaw' blamed for Yellow Line accident be a broader problem on the CTA?
The National Transportation Safety Board said the Chicago Transit Authority was operating on out-of-date information with regard to stopping lengths.
After 38 are injured when CTA train hits snowplow, questions about what went wrong
National Transportation Safety Board investigators will be digging into the train crash - piece by piece.
Parents furious after girls are subjected to racist taunts at Minooka Community High
Minooka Community High School has faced allegations of tolerating racism in the classroom before.
Fallen Chicago firefighter Andrew Price remembered as a "light of sunshine"
Price's body was escorted to the Medical Examiner's office alongside his friends and family on Monday.
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U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin leads Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on gun violence crisis
"Across the country, gun violence is a public health epidemic, plain and simple," Durbin said.
Jurors hear wiretapped conversations between Ed Burke, mole Danny Solis
At the time, Solis was also a sitting member of the Chicago City Council, as alderman of the 25th Ward.
House begins latest effort to expel George Santos after damning ethics probe
The House will try for a third time this year to expel New York Rep. George Santos after the Ethics Committee released a scathing report detailing his alleged lawbreaking.
Burger King franchisee operations manager testifies on pressure from former Ald. Ed Burke
Meanwhile, one of the attorneys for Burke co-defendant Peter Andrews tested positive for COVID-19.
Fraud trial of former Illinois State Sen. Sam McCann delayed after dropping public defender
McCann is accused of illegally spending more than $200,000 in campaign donations on personal purchases.
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St. Charles residents flee senior community after 300% increase in costs
Over the last several weeks, the Saint Charles senior living community has become a bit of a ghost town.
Rivers Casino Des Plaines warns of data breach affecting customer, staffer information
Casino officials said on Thursday, Nov. 2, they determined hackers got into their system and stole personal information about Rivers Casino staffers, customers, and online sports book customers.
Illinois congressman steps in after feds fail to reimburse COVID-19 testing labs
We previously told you about small business owner Janine Morabito's struggle after getting stiffed by Uncle Sam. There are several others in the same boat.
Consumer watchdog lists '10 Worst Toys' for 2023, highlights child safety concerns
W.A.T.C.H. – World Against Toys Causing Harm – issued a list Wednesday of toys they said are hazardous and should not be in children's hands.
Whereabouts of Chicago area woman's 2019 tax return is a mystery for more than three years
CBS 2's Lauren Victory unraveled what went wrong.
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UChicago study finds fatty acid found in some red meat can help fight cancer
Before you grab your steak knife, the scientists emphasize that the point of the study is not to advise people to eat more red meat.
Northwestern student says he was hit by norovirus outbreak, and it sent him to ER
The City of Evanston has linked the outbreak to the Big Wig Tacos & Burritos at 950 Church St. in downtown Evanston, which had a $1 burrito night for Northwestern students this past weekend.
Norovirus outbreak linked to $1 burrito special for Northwestern University students
Investigators have learned that people reported stomach cramps, vomiting, and diarrhea after eating at Big Wig Tacos & Burritos.
Peaches, plums, nectarines recalled due to deadly listeria outbreak
CDC investigating fruit from HMC Farms after one person died and 10 are hospitalized following a listeria outbreak.
Another eye drop recall pulls 28 products from store shelves
Kilitch Healthcare India is recalling the products more than three weeks after the FDA warned against their use.
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South Shore yoga studio strives for inclusive, calm vibe
It's Small Business Saturday 2023, a big day to highlight the success of entrepreneurs who started small and are working hard to make it big.
Shoppers turn out in Ravenswood for Small Business Saturday
Three of the trolleys were running on Small Business Saturday, making eight stops in Ravenswood so people could visit their favorite shops.
Chicago's Berlin nightclub closes doors; union says club made "wrong decision"
Berlin announced that "the party" ended at 5 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 19.
Chicago's Big Shoulders Coffee tops list of best independent coffee shops
"With multiple locations in the Chicago area, Big Shoulders Coffee is a must-stop for no-nonsense artisan beans, roasted to perfection," USA Today wrote.
Grand Lux Cafe on Magnificent Mile to close
The Grand Lux Café opened in 2002 at 600 N. Michigan Ave.
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Blackhawks get goals from Dickinson, 3 others, top Kraken
The Blackhawks had dropped six of seven. They held off the Kraken in the final minutes.
Bulls get pounded by Celtics, have now lost 8 of 9
DeMar DeRozan and Coby White led the Bulls with 19 points apiece.
Blackhawks to terminate Corey Perry's contract for "unacceptable" conduct
The Blackhawks said Perry engaged in "unacceptable" conduct that violated terms of his contract and the team's internal policies "intended to promote professional and safe work environment."
Illinois' Newton named Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year
Newton is widely regarded as one of the best defensive linemen in the country and led all Power Five defensive tackles in quarterback pressures.
Northwestern's David Braun named Big Ten Coach of the Year
During what was widely expected to be a difficult season, Northwestern defied the odds and finished the regular season with a 7-5 record, becoming bowl-eligible.
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American Blues Theater opens permanent home on Lincoln Avenue in Chicago
The new venue features two theater spaces – a 137-seat proscenium and a 40-seat rehearsal studio.
Daryl Hall gets restraining order against John Oates
The pair made up the pop rock duo Hall & Oates, and put out 18 studio albums together.
"Blue Bloods" wrapping up in 2024 after its 14th season
A long-time anchor to the Network's successful Friday night lineup, "Blue Bloods" is Friday's #1 primetime program and the #3 broadcast drama on television.
The Rolling Stones tour coming to Chicago's Soldier Field in June
The Solider Field show is scheduled for June 27, 2024.
David Letterman returns to "The Late Show" for first time since 2015
David Letterman hosted "The Late Show" for over 20 years, from 1993 to 2015.
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Workers rescued after being trapped in tunnel collapse in India.
Workers rescued from a collapsed tunnel in India are talking about being trapped there for 17 days. One worker said they got food and water after rescuers inserted a pipe to deliver supplies to the 41 people trapped. Another thanked authorities for all their efforts to get them out.
Jumpstart with Jackie: HBCU dolls, A Very Philly Christmas
CBS 2's Jackie Kostek is jumpstarting your morning.
More hostages released by Hamas as ceasefire agreement expires
A temporary ceasefire has been held by both Israel and Hamas as hostages are released.
Construction to start at migrant tent base camp in Brighton Park
Starting Wednesday, a network of 17 churches citywide will be taking in 100 people from police stations into their spaces to provide temporary shelter.
Dollar store fire in Logan Square
According to the Chicago Fire Department, firefighters responded to a vacant storefront where the fire had started in the back of the building.
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Police seek to identify men from running gun battle in Chicago in September
It happened in the 3600 block of West Belmont Avenue near Central Park Avenue – just a couple of blocks west of the Belmont Blue Line stop.
Two men charged in shooting of Bedford Park police officer
The officer, who is a veteran with more than 15 years with the Bedford Park Police Department, had emergency surgery on Sunday. At last check, he was still in the ICU, but is expected to make a full recovery.
Jurors hear wiretapped conversations between Ed Burke, mole Danny Solis
At the time, Solis was also a sitting member of the Chicago City Council, as alderman of the 25th Ward.
Video shows thieves smashing into, burglarizing Edgewater neighborhood bakery
Video shows one man pulling out a hammer and breaking the glass. The crooks then climb in through the broken window, and start looking for cash once inside.
Classes resume at Northwestern University Chicago campus after shot fired, lockdown
Students were told to shelter in place as police swarmed the area – until an all-clear was issued a little over half an hour later.
