Chicago Public Schools' Bond Rating Downgraded Again
One of the nation's bond rating agencies is out with another warning about the Chicago Public Schools system's financial future.
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Family Sues Over Nanny Who Shook, Choked 15-Month-Old Girl
A lawsuit has been filed in connection with the abuse of a 15-month-old girl by the nanny hired to look after the child.
Emanuel Calls On Homeowners To Install Water Meters
Mayor Rahm Emanuel is reiterating his support for the city's campaign asking homeowners to voluntarily install water meters.
Cook County Sheriff's Deputy Says Colleagues Harassed Him Because He's Gay
A Cook County Sheriff's deputy has filed a sexual harassment lawsuit against his employer, claiming that supervisors have done nothing to stop his co-workers from making his life miserable because he is gay.
Report: Emanuel Considering Hikes On Amusement, Cigarette Taxes
The City of Chicago may be facing a budget deficit of as much as $369 million next year, and reports are now surfacing that Mayor Rahm Emanuel may be looking at raising some taxes to close the gap.
South Suburban School Counselor Fired Over Sexually Graphic Book
A south suburban school district has fired the guidance counselor and former basketball coach who wrote a book that some say crossed the line, sexually speaking.
Defense Set To Rest In Vaughn Family Massacre Trial
Christopher Vaughn's own blood stain expert agreed with prosecutors Tuesday that his analysis of what happened in Vaughn's Ford Expedition five years ago doesn't match the Oswego man's story.
Report: Major Upgrades May Be Coming To Midway Airport
Some major upgrades may be in store at Midway International Airport.
Warning: Rare Disease Could Leave Dogs Blind
A warning has been issued for Chicago dog owners about a rare disease that could leave their pet blind.
West Aurora High School District In Trouble With DCFS Over Abusive Band Teacher
The West Aurora High School District is in trouble with the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services over an allegation involving a teacher.
Report: DCFS Says Budget Cuts Could Be Crippling
The Illinois Dept of Children and Family Services is warning in a published report that budget cuts mandated by the General Assembly are going to have a severe impact.
Deadline Coming For Action By Quinn On Gambling Bill
The deadline is nearing for Gov. Pat Quinn to act on the state's gambling expansion bill.
Plainfield Officials To Weigh Proposal For Gun Safes In Schools
A proposal involving schools and guns is up for a vote in suburban Plainfield – and it actually involves bringing more guns to schools.
Feds Break Up Counterfeiting Operation In South Suburbs
A suburban counterfeiting operation has been broken up.
Officers Sue, Claim Politics Got Them Cut From Mayor's Security Detail
The makeup of Mayor Rahm Emanuel's security detail is the subject of a lawsuit.
Spat May Be Brewing Between U.S. Attorney's Office, City Council Finance Committee
A legal battle may be brewing between the U.S. Attorney's office and the Chicago City Council Finance Committee.
City Crime-Fighting Partnership With CeaseFire Going Ahead After Delays
An anti-crime pilot program involving the group CeaseFire and the Chicago Police Department appears to be moving ahead after a disagreement was resolved.
Report: Police War On Maniac Latin Disciples Is Working
It has been about a year since Chicago police brass promised to wipe out the Maniac Latin Disciples street gang on the Northwest Side, and a published report says the campaign appears to be working.
New Book Details New, Bizarre Stories About Blagojevich
The saga of Rod Blagojevich involved no shortage of the bizarre and the tawdry, but a book about the deposed and imprisoned governor set for release next month may top it all yet again.
Report: Sikh Temple Gunman's Girlfriend Arrested, Facing Charges
Published reports say the girlfriend of the gunman who killed six people at a Sikh temple outside Milwaukee has now been arrested.
Investigators Who Probed Savio's Death Testify At Peterson Trial
They never even interviewed Drew Peterson while investigating his third wife's death, and on Tuesday at Peterson's murder trial, the two investigators who handled the case back in 2004 will have to explain why not.
Top City Colleges Official Fired For Lying On Application
A top-level official with the Chicago City Colleges has been fired, just weeks after he was hired, for lying on his application.
8 Volatile Criminals Moved As Tamms Supermax Prison Prepares To Close
Eight of the state's more volatile criminals were moved Thursday from the Tamms Superman prison downstate.
Lawsuit: Girl Scout Troop Was Disbanded Over Deaf Member's Needs
A Schaumburg family is suing the Girl Scouts after their daughter's troop was disbanded.
Cardinal George Takes Issue With Chick-Fil-A Opponents; Alderman Fires Back
The Chick-Fil-A controversy now has Francis Cardinal George upset, but Ald. Proco "Joe" Moreno (1st) –who said he would deny the fast food restaurant a permit to open in his ward – is firing back.
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More than 70 million face increased threat of sea level rise worldwide
New data finds the impact of climate change on coastal flooding could increase five-fold by the end of the century, leading to major property and infrastructure losses.
2 people injured in high-rise fire on Chicago's North Side
CFD confirmed heavy smoke is coming from the building.
Zeitlin's Delicatessen opens first indoor store inside Chicago's Old Post Office
You may have heard of Zeitlin's Delicatessen, or passed them at a farmer's market during the summer, but that changes this week.
Vigil being held Friday for Palestinian healthcare workers killed in Gaza
Supporters will gather at 111 South Michigan Avenue.
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2 hospitalized after multi-car crash near Marquette Park
Police have not released further details on the cause of the crash.
Off-duty Chicago police officer cited, relieved of powers in deadly crash, sources say
Law enforcement sources told CBS 2 it was an off-duty officer who was driving when she lost control and hit a 56-year-old woman.
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Metra Southwest service resumes with delays after railyard fire in Wrightwood
The Chicago Fire Department confirmed this is a level 2 hazmat situation.
More than 70 million face increased threat of sea level rise worldwide
New data finds the impact of climate change on coastal flooding could increase five-fold by the end of the century, leading to major property and infrastructure losses.
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Two men detail their claims of abuse at a place where young children were sent for help
This is national story now percolating right here in Chicago - allegations brought forward in a federal lawsuit by children now grown.
Foxx calls findings on how many Black women were victims of crime in 2022 "jarring"
Foxx is one of a handful of local, state, and national leaders responding a CBS 2 series of reports, Investigating Injustice: Black Women At Risk.
Chicago's enters new deal with crime database from same company as ShotSpotter
As CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey reported, the way the public found out about the deal CrimeTracer was surprising.
Chicago woman says towing company demanded over $10,000 to get her car back
Elaine Kelly said when she finally got it back, her car appeared more damaged - with the inside was ransacked and some of her personal property missing.
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.
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Chicago City Council committee rejects change in disciplinary procedures for police officers
The change would allow officers with serious disciplinary cases to have the cases discussed behind closed doors, rather than in public through an arbitrator.
Hunter Biden indicted on tax crimes by special counsel
Hunter Biden, the son of President Joe Biden, was indicted in the Central District of California Thursday.
Wisconsin judge upholds earlier ruling that state law permits abortions
Judge Diane Schlipper ruled an 1849 Wisconsin law prohibits someone from attacking a woman in an attempt to kill her unborn child but doesn't apply to consensual medical abortions.
Nearly $5 billion in additional student loan forgiveness approved
This latest $4.8 billion in relief brings the grand total of approved debt cancellation by the administration to $132 billion for over 3.6 million Americans.
Trump says he would be a dictator only on "Day One" if he wins a second term
Former President Donald Trump would not say whether he plans to go after political opponents if he were re-elected president .
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Privacy concerns at Chicago parking garage prompt proposed law change
Not only did CBS 2 hear from more upset customers, but also from Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias.
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.
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An end to breast cancer? California company develops groundbreaking vaccine with promising future
An estimated one in eight women will develop breast cancer in their lifetime, killing on average 42,000 a year in the U.S. But what if a vaccine could significantly lower each woman's chance of ever getting it in the first place?
Two babies infected with rare bacteria linked to baby formula recalls last year
Federal health officials confirmed Thursday that two cases of invasive infections caused by cronobacter sakazakii have been reported in 2023.
Panera's caffeine-fueled lemonade cited in second death, suit says
Casual dining chain faces another wrongful death suit related to its Charged Lemonade after cardiac arrest of Florida man.
Slow COVID-19 booster rollout cost thousands of lives, new study says
Researchers estimated that through June 2022, if the U.S. moved at a faster pace to approve it and get people boosted, an estimated 29,000 lives could have been saved.
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.
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Customers line up for hours at drive-thru for new McDonald's concept, CosMc's
CBS 2's Jermont Terry took a trip out to Bolingbrook, off Weber Road, to see if it lived up to the hype.
Crowds, record day of revenue point to comeback on Chicago's Magnificent Mile
According to The Magnificent Mile Association, a record $31.7 million in revenue was set in November on a single day.
Who is moving into those vacant Bed, Bath & Beyond stores?
Who will be moving into closed Bed, Bath & Beyond stores nationwide and in the Chicago area? Court documents provide some clues.
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.
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Petr Mrazek makes 37 saves as Blackhawks beat Anaheim Ducks
Philipp Kurashev scored the last-place Blackhawks, which had dropped 10 of 12 overall.
Bears prep for Lions with memories of late collapse in last matchup
The way the Bears blew a double-digit lead late in Detroit was clearly still bothering and motivating players this week.
Fremd H.S. girls basketball coach returns while battling brain cancer
Dave Yates said despite receiving the diagnosis, he was determined to return for his 18th season coaching.
Former Bears kicker Robbie Gould retires after 18-year career
Gould, who celebrated his 41st birthday on Wednesday, was unable to find an NFL home in 2023.
DePaul now 1-7 after getting routed by Texas A&M
The Blue Demons lost their fifth straight.
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Def Leppard, Journey to play Wrigley Field next summer
The Steve Miller Band will also be joining them.
Fans fall in love with Mona, little puppet from Nanalan' on Tiktok
Whose that wonderful girl? Could she be any cuter? Mona, the small green puppet who is the star of Nanalan', an old Canadian TV show, gains new fans on Tiktok.
'BOOP! The Betty Boop Musical' premieres at Chicago's CIBC Theatre
The show runs through Christmas Eve.
Norman Lear, legendary TV producer, dies at age 101
Norman Lear created groundbreaking shows like "All in the Family," "Maude" and "The Jeffersons" that took on serious social issues with humor.
Taylor Swift is TIME's 2023 Person of the Year
"This is the proudest and happiest I've ever felt," Taylor Swift told TIME after being named the magazine's Person of the Year for 2023.
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Foodie Friday: Zeitlin's Delicatessen inside Chicago's Old Post Office
The stream's Jamaica Ponder has more as they've opened up a shop in the Old Post Office, bringing Jewish deli classics to downtown all year round.
2 hospitalized after multi-car crash on Chicago's Southwest Side
Initial reports say ISP troopers saw a car driving recklessly. When they attempted to conduct a traffic stop, the car fled at a high rate of speed before colliding with multiple cars at West 71st and Francisco Avenue. Our non-stop news crew counted seven damaged cars with some ending up on the sidewalk.
Santa, Mrs. Claus pay virtual visits to patients at Advocate Children's Hospital
Some very special kids had their day brightened thanks to a long-distance video call all the way from the North Pole.
‘A Grammy Salute to 50 Years of Hip-Hop’ airing Sunday on CBS, Paramount+
This Sunday’s concert special will feature icons from the Fresh Prince to Spinderella.
Charges pending against man who sexually assaulted teen boy inside convenience store in the Loop
Police responded to a call for service and spoke with the victim, a 15-year-old boy, who told them the man approached him and began to physically grab him.
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55 years in prison for Algonquin woman who admitted to killing boyfriend's parents
Arin Fox, 42, reached the plea agreement back in October.
Video shows gun-toting robbers holding up Cicero liquor store
This was the second robbery at the store this year.
Prosecution details fmr. Ald. Burke's alleged pressuring of Burger King franchisee
The prosecution laid out what they found in Burke's office that showcased the scheme they said he used to line his pockets.
Suspect's girlfriend involved in killing of Romeoville family, police say
Romeoville police said Ermalinda Palomo knew about Nathaniel Huey's intent to kill the family and drove the car to the scene of the crime.
Billboards in Kansas City seek information on fugitives with ties to Chicago
They are among 15 people who have been indicted in the case out of U.S. District Court in the Western District of Missouri.
