Loyola Shoots For Divine Intervention
Sister Jean remembers Loyola's 1963 NCAA crown and would love to see another.
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Boy, 2, Murdered In Little Village, Person In Custody
Police are interviewing a person of interest following the murder of a 2-year-old boy killed at a residence in the Little Village neighborhood.
Firefighter Sent To Hospital After Mayday Call In Bronzeville
A mayday call went out while firefighters were responding to a fire in a 3-story apartment building at 43rd and King.
$3.5M Verdict Restored To Family Of Teen Killed By CPD's Marco Proano
A state Appeals Court overturned a trial court judge and reinstated a multi-million verdict against the city in Niko Husband's shooting.
Why Are CTA's Train Lines Color-Coded?
Wednesday marks 25 years since the CTA first began using color-coded route names on the 'L.'
People Pack The Polar Plunge
The Super Plunge kicked off a month's worth of plunge events benefiting the Special Olympics with the goal of raising two million dollars.
Body Found At Car Fire Scene
Police in northwest suburban Mount Prospect are treating an early-morning car fire as a possible murder.
Cubs' Anthony Rizzo On School Shooting: 'Something Has To Change'
Rizzo was emotional as he recalled the Parkland, Fla. area's influence on his upbringing.
Window Closing For Trump Infrastructure Plan, RTA Boss Warns
The official who oversees mass transit in the Chicago area would begin with higher gas taxes and seek to impose tolls on at least some expressways.
Chicago Cubs Surprise Four Advocate Children's Hospital Patients With Tickets To Spring Training
Members of the Chicago Cubs surprised four patients at the Advocate Children's Hospital on Wednesday with Spring Training tickets.
Pride Parade Gets OK In Aurora, Over Some Objections
An Aurora City Council committee has given final approval to a Pride Parade in the western suburb on Father's Day, June 17.
Families Make Their Perfect Pet Match
There was a chance to give the dogs treats and there was a chance for adopting families to make first, second and third choices.
Suburban Native Bradie Tennell Begins Her Olympic Quest In South Korea
Buffalo Grove's Bradie Tennell is beginning her quest for Olympic figure-skating gold in South Korea.
PHOTOS: Preview Of What You'll See At The 2018 Chicago Auto Show
The 2018 Chicago Auto Show opens Saturday at the McCormick Place.
New Trier HS Twins, Multiples Earn World Records
The school now holds the records for most twins (44) and sets of multiples (45, when you add a set of triplets) within one grade.
Snowblower Repair Shop Oddly Quiet
Mike Anderson can't explain it, but he's hoping things turn around with the latest onslaught of snow. WBBM's Bob Roberts reports.
Made In Chicago: Battycakes
If you're going "batty" seeking someone to bake a one-of-a-kind cake you'll never forget, call Battycakes
Expect Late Start To Early Voting In Chicago
Many challenges are in progress and cannot be resolved by Thursday of next week, when early voting is scheduled to begin, a board of elections spokesperson says.
Police Warn Of Con Artists Working Wilmette
Burglars are trying to distract residents in Wilmette to rob their homes of valuables. WBBM Newsradio's Bob Roberts reports.
Eagles Kicker Honored At His Alma Mater, Lyons Township HS
On Sunday, Jake Elliott will be kicking for the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl 52.
Rep. Peter Roskam Shares Moments Of GOP Train Crash In Virgina
West suburban U.S. Rep. Peter Roskam was among the Republican lawmakers aboard the chartered train that hit a garbage truck Wednesday in Virginia.
Chicago Park District Releases Revised Plans For Jackson Park Golf Course
The Chicago Park District unveiled its revised plans for the golf courses in Jackson Park and around the South Shore Cultural Center to a polite, but somewhat skeptical crowd.
Train Carrying Some House Republicans Hits Truck In Virginia; 3 Illinois Reps Unhurt
Illinois Congressmen Peter Roskam and Randy Hultgren and several other House Republicans on their way to a retreat in West Virginia were on board a train that hit a garbage truck Wednesday morning in Virginia.
Pritzker's Call With Blagojevich Grist For Dems At Carbondale Debate
Pritzker says there was nothing sinister or illegal about the wiretapped phone call he made to Blagojevich about a job nine years ago.
Engine Defect Caused American Airlines Fire; Crew Faulted During Evacuation
An internal defect caused an engine on an American Airlines flight to catch fire while taking off from O'Hare International Airport.
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Funeral services for Kane County K9 Hudson happening Thursday
He was killed while responding to an armed carjacker in Kane County last week.
Man shoots himself and another man during an argument in The Loop
As he grabbed the gun, he shot himself in the leg and then fired shots at the other person.
Shooting investigation underway in Blue Island
No further details have been released.
First Alert Weather: Showers, thunderstorms return by afternoon
Today will be similar to Wednesday with sunshine and a few showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon.
16-year-old boy shot by family member inside Humboldt Park apartment
Police said an 18-year-old man was taken into custody.
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Shooting investigation underway in Blue Island
No further details have been released.
Off-duty Chicago Police officer shot in arm on Near West Side
The officer was taken to Stroger Hospital of Cook County with a graze wound.
Funeral services for Kane County K9 Hudson happening Thursday
He was killed while responding to an armed carjacker in Kane County last week.
Man shoots himself and another man during an argument in The Loop
As he grabbed the gun, he shot himself in the leg and then fired shots at the other person.
First Alert Weather: Showers, thunderstorms return by afternoon
Today will be similar to Wednesday with sunshine and a few showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon.
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Two shootings involving 2-year-olds in Chicago within period of hours
It is unclear whether either of the two people charged in each shooting actually fired a weapon.
Illinois clergy sex abuse probe reveals hundreds more cases in Catholic church
The report found, in all six dioceses in Illinois, there were 451 Catholic clerics and religious brothers who abused nearly 2,000 children.
Illinois lawmakers pass bill making it easier to sue gun manufacturers
Gov. JB Pritzker is poised to sign the bill that will help hold "reckless" gun manufacturers and advertisers accountable in court.
Illinois set to become first state to count Arab Americans in state data
If passed, Arab Americans and minority groups from the Middle East will be separately recognized.
ICE demands data from abortion clinics, restaurants, schools with obscure legal tool
ICE agents are frequently using an administrative subpoena, also known as a 1509 summons, in questionable ways to seek records and information.
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City Council approves $51 million in funding for migrant housing amid raucous debate
The money approved by the City Council on Wednesday will only cover the costs of assistance for asylum seekers through June 30.
Sen. Duckworth asks FAA to examine plane seat sizes, evacuation standards
Duckworth criticized the last study from 2019 – which used fewer passengers than a typical commercial flight and did not include seniors, people with disabilities, or any carry-on luggage.
Pence expected to launch presidential campaign next week in Iowa
Former Vice President Mike Pence will launch his 2024 campaign next week, multiple sources say.
House passes debt ceiling deal and sends it to the Senate
A majority of Democrats and a majority of Republicans voted in favor of the Fiscal Responsibility Act.
Activist, former State Sen. Alice Palmer dies at 83
Palmer also played a key role in Barack Obama's entrance into electoral politics in the 1990s.
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Minimum wage to rise for Chicago, suburban Cook County on July 1
Both Chicago and Cook County have their own separate minimum wage ordinances, both setting higher rates than set by Illinois state law.
Highway safety group releases list of vehicles that can help keep teens safe
US Centers for Disease Control says teenagers are three times more likely to be involved in a fatal accident compared to older drivers.
Billy Corgan says he paid off hacker who threatened to leak new Smashing Pumpkins songs
The Smashing Pumpkins just released ATUM, a three-act rock opera, on Friday, May 5. But if it were up to the hacker, some of the album would've been released months ago.
FDA considers first ever over-the-counter birth control pill
The FDA is concerned about the effectiveness of the pill in overweight women and if individuals would follow the instructions properly.
Illinois Senate committee advances safety changes to SNAP after CBS 2 exposes fraud
The new bill in Springfield would collect data from SNAP cards to better track skimming and fraud.
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Former first lady Rosalynn Carter has dementia, family announces
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter's dementia diagnosis was announced as former President Jimmy Carter continues to receive hospice care.
University of Chicago Medicine hosting free clinic in Glendale Heights on Saturday
It's taking place at the Glendale Heights Sports Hub at 250 Civic Centre Plaza in Glendale Heights on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Drugs — from cancer meds to children's Tylenol — are in short supply
Nationwide drug shortage is a "tragedy happening in slow motion," a cancer surgeon says. "Patients simply deserve better."
Mpox cases still on the rise in Chicago
All of those affected have been symptomatic men – most of whom have already had two doses of the JYNNEOS vaccine.
Chicago doctor shares how to help children with mental health challenges
CBS 2 spoke to the doctor with concerns from one CBS 2 viewer about the challenges her child is facing.
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Bears begin interior demolition at Arlington Park
The work is taking place even though the new stadium is still far from a done deal.
Minimum wage to rise for Chicago, suburban Cook County on July 1
Both Chicago and Cook County have their own separate minimum wage ordinances, both setting higher rates than set by Illinois state law.
Former teacher turns love for skincare into booming business
A local shea butter skincare brand has recently joined the ranks of legacy brands, making it onto shelves of beauty retailer Ulta.
Illinois lawmakers vote to extend law allowing serving of cocktails to-go
Gov. JB Pritzker approved the popular policy during the COVID-19 pandemic. It was set to expire in June of 2024.
Business continues to rebound at McCormick Place after pandemic
McCormick Place officials said, in the first quarter of 2023, hotel room stays generated from events were up 70% from last year, and attendance to conventions was 77% higher.
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Bears present special wheelchair to Cooper Roberts, boy shot in Highland Park massacre
The wheelchair is specifically designed to go through the sand so he can visit the beach.
Chase Audige to stay in NBA Draft rather than stay with Northwestern
Audige's Wildcats teammate, Boo Buie, decided earlier this month to come back to Northwestern.
Coleman Hawkins returning to Illini rather than entering NBA Draft
The big man led the Illini in rebounding and was third in scoring during his junior season.
Terrence Shannon Jr. to return to Illini, withdraw from NBA Draft
The 6-6 guard is returning for a fifth college season after averaging 17.2 points.
Zach Edey to return to Purdue, will not join NBA Draft
Edey's decision was announced Wednesday evening.
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Inside Pink Floyd's 'Dark Side of the Moon' show at the Adler Planetarium
Mike Smail, director of theaters and visualization at the Adler, joined CBS 2's Brad Edwards on the stream Friday.
Remembering David Yondorf: stage combat master, Bounding Main vocalist dies at 43
Yondorf died on Wednesday, May 17, after a battle with cancer.
Sueños Music Festival returns to Grant Park this weekend
The event features 20 of the most popular reggaeton and Latin artists around. The lineup includes Wisin & Yandel, Feid, Grupo Firme, and Nicky Jam
"Rachael Ray Show" ends after 17 seasons
Ray received tributes from several former guests, including former first lady Michelle Obama, Oprah, Kate Hudson, Jessica Alba and 50 Cent.
Tina Turner, "Queen of Rock 'n' Roll," dies at 83
The "What's Love Got To Do With It" singer's death was confirmed to CBS News on Wednesday afternoon.
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Man shoots himself and another man during an argument in The Loop
Just after 10 p.m. near Van Buren and Clark streets, police said two men got into an argument when one of them, a concealed carry license holder, pulled out his gun. As he grabbed the gun, he shot himself in the leg and then fired shots at the other person.
Funeral services for K9 Hudson happening Thursday
He was killed while responding to an armed carjacker in Kane County last week.
Shooting investigation underway in Blue Island
CBS 2's Mugo Odigwe is reporting a heavy police presence near Division and Broadway streets. Odgiwe said an SUV appears to be the focus of the investigation. Police confirmed an officer was involved in the shooting, but it is not clear who fired shots at this time.
First Alert Weather: Afternoon showers, thunderstorms
You may want to keep the air conditioning on standby as temps will be in the upper 80s.
Bears present special wheelchair to Cooper Roberts, boy shot in Highland Park massacre
The wheelchair is specifically designed to go through the sand so he can visit the beach.
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