CBS 2 Vault: The aftermath of the Great Chicago Flood of 1992
CBS 2 provided extended coverage of the 1992 Great Chicago Flood and its aftermath throughout the ensuing week.
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CBS 2 Vault: Helplessness during 1992 flood compared to Great Chicago Fire
The sense of the city being brought to its knees was so profound at the time of the Great Chicago Flood of 1992 that it drew comparisons to the Great Chicago Fire of 1871. CBS 2's Bill Kurtis reports.
CBS 2 Vault: Coverage of the 1992 Chicago Flood
This is CBS 2's 4:30 p.m. coverage of the Chicago Flood on April 13, 1992, with Bill Kurtis and Linda MacLennan. Jay Levine and John Drummond report live on efforts to stop and mitigate the flooding, Mike Parker reports on the investigation into the cause, and MWRD President Nick Melas explains how the flooding will be stopped.
CBS 2 Vault: Live at the 1996 Democratic National Convention
The last time the city hosted a political convention was 26 years ago, back in 1996, when President Bill Clinton was renominated for a second term at the United Center.
CBS 2 Vault: Coverage of the last night of the 1996 Democratic National Convention
The Democratic National Convention was last held in Chicago in 1996, when President Bill Clinton was renominated. Lester Holt and Linda MacLennan anchor from the United Center, with live reports by Bill Kurtis, Mike Flannery, and Jay Levine.
A Look Back With CBS 2 At The 1968 Democratic National Convention Unrest And The Chicago 7 Trial
Protests and unrest, in addition to the COVID-19 pademic, have helped define 2020 in Chicago and around the country. The unrest hearkens back for some to the turmoil of 1968 and its aftermath.
Sports Broadcasting Pioneer Phyllis George Dies At 70
Phyllis George, a pioneer in sports broadcasting, died this week due to complications from a blood disorder.
Thousands Flock To Millenium Park For 'Wait, Wait Don't Tell Me' Taping
Thousands of people packed Millenium Park Thursday night for an outdoor taping of the NPR quiz show, "Wait, Wait Don't Tell Me."
Bill Kurtis Looks Back On The Life Of Walter Cronkite
The life and legacy of Walter Cronkite will be featured on the Decades Channel this weekend.
Kurtis, Jacobson Bid Farewell After Legendary Run
The legendary duo of Bill Kurtis and Walter Jacobson signed off as anchors Thursday after a re-teaming of more than two years at CBS 2.
Experts Disagree On Best Solution To Keep Coyotes At Bay
Coyote sightings in the western suburbs have increased, and small pets are being targeted by the wild animals. CBS 2's Bill Kurtis reports.
Kurtis, Jacobson To Anchor 6 P.M. Newscast Through February 2013
While celebrating the second anniversary of their return to WBBM-TV, Bill Kurtis and Walter Jacobson today told colleagues on Tuesday that their contracts to anchor the station's weekday 6 p.m. newscast have been extended through February 2013.
Mountain Lions Creeping Closer To Chicago
More and more of these big cats are turning up in the Midwest, looking for forested habitat. CBS 2's Bill Kurtis reports.
V.A. Working To Speed Up Claims Processing For Vets
Many veterans have complained that the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs keeps them waiting months for benefits and, in some cases, medical care; but the V.A. says it's working to speed up its process.
Vets Frustrated With Long Waits For Disability Benefits, Medical Care
As more American troops leave Iraq and Afghanistan, more are coming home with disabilities, but any say the wait for their disability benefits and medical care is longer and more complicated than they ever expected.
Bill Kurtis Gets Grilled At The Wieners Circle
Salty language? Check. Hungry patrons? Check. CBS 2's Bill Kurtis gets behind the grill of the Lincoln Park institution, where customers get some lip with their grub.
Once-Endangered Eagles Return To Cook County
For the first time in a century, people have been able to see a bald eagle nest in Cook County. As CBS 2's Bill Kurtis reports, they came close to extinction in the U.S.
John White: 'Take Pictures With The Camera Of Your Heart'
Chicago Sun-Times photographer John White isn't only a witness to history. He's made history himself.
Former Blago Attorney: Tapes Would've Changed Outcome
Former Rod Blagojevich attorney Sam Adam Jr. still maintains that if all the tapes of wiretapped conversations had been played at trial, the outcome would have been different.
City To Declare Monday 'Bill Kurtis Day'
City officials are declaring Monday "Bill Kurtis Day" in Chicago.
Two Missing Person Cases Baffling Police
Seventeen-thousand – that's how many people go missing in Chicago every year. Ninety-eight percent of them are located, but CBS 2's Bill Kurtis reports on two cases that have baffled police.
Art Program Helps Mentally Ill Find Some Comfort, Support
How does art free a brain that is hurting? Is there something in the creation that reacts with colors and process and form and texture? CBS 2's Bill Kurtis reports.
Temporary Clinic Offers Health Care To The Needy
A three-day clinic at Malcolm X College is drawing hundreds of people who would normally go without healthcare. It runs through Sunday.
Lessons Learned From The Deadly 1995 Heat Wave
It was during a July heat wave sixteen years ago when Chicago was shocked by the weather's toll.
Former Gov. George Ryan Was With Wife When She Died
Imprisoned former Gov. George Ryan got to spend a few hours with his wife before she lost her battle with lung cancer Monday night.
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Getting Hosed: A woman fights the city over a water bill she never should have received and wins
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Candace Parker makes Time Magazine list of 100 Most Influential People of 2022
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Disturbing viral video shows United Airlines worker, former NFL player brawling at Newark Liberty Airport
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MLB suspends Josh Donaldson for 1 game for 'Jackie' comment
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Happ, Wisdom hit 3-run HRs, Cubs top Aquino, Reds
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Firefighters remain on scene at Pheasant Run resort two days after massive blaze
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University of Chicago teaming up with city to install more than 100 cameras near Hyde Park campus
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List of rules for reopening after murder nearby has West Side gas station owner frustrated
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Gary school used as a neighborhood dump looks to get cleaned up
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Some city transportation authorities have safety apps to report issues and dangers; why not the CTA?
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Getting Hosed: East Garfield Park resident $64,000 for water bill; 'There must be a mistake'
"They told me to hire a good lawyer, that this is probably a billing issue with the city."
Huntington Bank branch in heart of the Loop robbed
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Algonquin school bus driver gets prestigious national award reserved for teachers
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Driver killed after Metra MD-N line hits dump truck, partially derails in Grayslake
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Woman arrested after shooting, killing dog that got loose in Kenosha
The woman was being held in jail late Monday and will be in court on Tuesday.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Dry and quiet
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Aldermen plan special City Council meeting Wednesday to grill police, parks, schools leadership about summer safety plans
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'Chicago at the Crossroad' documentary airs in Chatham Monday night
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Mother of Dakotah Earley meets the man who saved his life
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Final vote delayed for Mayor Lightfoot's new citywide curfew for teens
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Starbucks joins McDonald's in exiting Russia
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Mental Health First Aid helps adults identify and assist children experiencing mental health crisis
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Candace Parker makes Time Magazine list of 100 Most Influential People of 2022
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Mass shooting on Near North Side was part of a growing trend in Chicago
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"This is a generational opportunity which the city has been working towards for over 30 years," said Jennie Huang Bennett, the mayor's chief financial officer.
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Experts with whom we spoke said ransomware attacks in general – including those on school districts and vendors – are skyrocketing.
University of Chicago teaming up with city to install more than 100 cameras near Hyde Park campus
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Demand rises for donated breast milk amid baby formula shortage
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Baby formula shortage still leaves families desperate, especially those restricted by federal WIC program rules
Walk into the baby formula aisle at just about any drug or grocery store around the country, and you will still see rows of empty shelves.
Abbott to resume production of baby formula at Sturgis, Michigan plant after recall
Abbott Nutrition said after its plant in Sturgis, Michigan gets back in operation, product could be back on shelves in six to eight weeks, subject to approval by the Food and Drug Administration.
Chicago gas prices hit new record, at more than $5 per gallon
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Pfizer says 3 of its COVID shots give kids under 5 strong protection
The company says it'll give U.S. regulators the data soon. Moderna is already seeking U.S. clearance to vaccinate kids 5 and under.
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FDA clears COVID-19 booster shot for healthy kids ages 5 to 11
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Abbott baby formula plant could reopen in two weeks
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COVID-19 reaches 'high' community risk level in Evanston
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City Council committee to vote on Chicago casino plan, which has some neighbors thinking of selling condos and leaving
There is still a push from nearby residents to stop the billon-dollar Bally's project that is planned for the Chicago Tribune Freedom Center site in River West.
Crime and chaos downtown and beyond are keeping tourists away from Chicago
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Carvana tower in Skokie put on hold after Illinois suspends dealer's state license
The village of Skokie is telling Carvana it cannot build a proposed 14-story car vending tower, just three months after the project won approval from village trustees.
FTX cryptocurrency exchange opens new headquarters in Chicago
Mayor Lori Lightfoot helped cut the ribbon Tuesday morning to open the official U.S. headquarters of FTX, a Bahamas-based cryptocurrency exchange.
Bally's unveils further plans for Chicago casino; some aldermen say it's being pushed through too fast
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Candace Parker makes Time Magazine list of 100 Most Influential People of 2022
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MLB suspends Josh Donaldson for 1 game for 'Jackie' comment
Major League Baseball suspended Josh Donaldson for one game Monday after the New York Yankees slugger made multiple references to Jackie Robinson while talking to White Sox star Tim Anderson during the weekend.
Happ, Wisdom hit 3-run HRs, Cubs top Aquino, Reds
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Anderson's HR hushes Yankees, lifts Sox to twinbill sweep
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Mallory Pugh scores first goal of season as Red Stars beat Orlando Pride
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CBS unveils 2022-2023 primetime lineup
CBS announced its 2022-2023 primetime programming lineup of CBS Originals, featuring four new dramas and more.
Dave Chappelle attacked by armed man while onstage in L.A.
The controversial comic laughed off the incident after being tackled, and video appeared to show the person who charged him being beaten onstage.
Naomi Judd, Grammy-winning singer, has died at 76
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'Jersey Boys' is returning to a Chicago stage next week
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Lollapalooza announces daily lineup; single-day tickets now on sale
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Viral video shows United Airlines worker fighting with passenger in New Jersey.
Disturbing video went viral Monday, showing a worker for Chicago-based United Airlines brawling with a former NFL player.
Candace Parker makes Time Magazine list of 100 Most Influential People of 2022
The accolades continue to roll in for Candace Parker – a day after she became the oldest player ever to make a triple-double in WNBA history when the Sky took on and beat the Washington Mystics on Sunday.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Cool Tuesday, stormy Wednesday
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Getting Hosed: A woman takes on the city over bad water billing and wins -- at great cost
Every water bill we've looked into in four years is wrong. And if you want to fight your baloney water bill all yourself, odds are you’ll lose. But one extraordinary woman who found herself getting hosed stands out as an exception. CBS 2 Investigator Brad Edwards reports.
Key City Council panel approves Chicago casino plan, but many still do not like idea at all
Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s casino gamble appears to be paying off, as Bally’s bid to build in River West cleared a key hurdle Monday. But as CBS 2’s Asal Rezaei reports, some aldermen and residents alike aren’t so pleased about it all.
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