Seven buses of migrants arrive in Chicago for second day in a row
Late Wednesday night, we were there as adults and small children stepped off one of the buses, and greeted with blankets.
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Over 4,000 more young people employed through One Summer Chicago this year than last
In 2023, more than 24,000 young people were employed through the program – an increase of 19 percent from last year.
White House creates new office of gun violence prevention
The White House unveiled new efforts to curb gun violence.
Chicago signs $29M contract with security firm to set up tent "base camps" for migrants
City officials have said the priority for the base camps would be to relocate migrants who have been sleeping on the floors of police stations.
Compromise reached on plan to eliminate lower minimum wage for tipped workers in Chicago
The City Council is now expected to approve a plan to phase out the lower minimum wage for tipped workers over five years, instead of just two.
Johnson re-introduces 'Bring Chicago Home' resolution in effort to end homelessness
It's a continued effort to combat homelessness and provide critical support to Chicago's most vulnerable residents.
Brandon Johnson re-introduces 'Bring Chicago Home' resolution to help end homelessness
If it passes, it will lead to a ballot referendum allowing voters to decide whether to restructure the real estate transfer tax - a one-time tax paid when an estate changes ownership.
City to purchase former Marine Corps facility on NW Side to use as migrant shelter
Once the city makes repairs to the building's heating and air conditioning systems, the city plans to house up to about 550 migrants there as soon as next month.
City leaders to attend ceremony renaming street after fallen CPD Officer Aréanah Preston
Mayor Brandon Johnson will attend a ceremony to rename Blackstone Avenue in honor of Officer Preston.
City to spend more than $300 million on migrants through year's end
On Friday afternoon, Mayor Brandon Johnson's team rolled out details of the plan to members of City Council.
Johnson, Durbin to give update on Red Line extension project
The extension would stretch the Red Line from 95th Street to the Far South Side, with stops planned at 103rd, 111th, 116th, and 130th Streets.
White Sox source confident gunfire at game came from outside; another expert disagrees
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives is now offering to help Chicago Police figure out how the shooting happened.
Chicago Mayor Johnson addresses new CPD recruits
Of the new officers, 83% were people of color and nearly one-third were women.
100 days in, Mayor Brandon Johnson defends his efforts to reduce crime
"Twenty-four thousand young people working, that is a public safety plan," Johnson said after recently marking his first 100 days in office.
Week in review: Dr. Allison Arwady firing, new CPD superintendent, possible Kim Foxx replacement
Crain’s Chicago Political Reporter Leigh Giangreco joins CBS 2’s Brad Edwards to break down the top stories of the week.
Flood victims to receive federal funding for summer storms
The move allows for federal funding to help with storm recovery efforts.
Back to School America bash gets kids in the scholastic spirit in Edgewater
Those kits also included a little surprise: A "note of inspiration" handwritten by volunteers with the message that someone is rooting for each student's success.
Expert: Disputes over pandemic policy, mental health services key in Arwady's ouster
Dr. Arwady said in a social media post that she was not even allowed to say goodbye to her staff.
Chicago city leaders weigh in on Larry Snelling as pick for next CPD superintendent
Since the beginning Johnson has said he wanted to fill in the role of superintendent with a veteran of the Chicago Police Department.
Chicago city leaders weigh in on Larry Snelling as pick for next CPD superintendent
Since the beginning Johnson has said he wanted to fill in the role of superintendent with a veteran of the Chicago Police Department.
Johnson expected to choose new Chicago Police superintendent as deadline approaches
The mayor can pick one of the three finalists or call for a new search.
Johnson honors 7-year-old boy for placement in National Mullet Championship
The 7-year-old raised nearly $700 for Jared Allen's home for Wounded Warriors.
Chicago boy receives shout out from mayor on placement in National Mullet Championship
Evan Hall finished in the top 60 out of 1000 participants.
New Chicago police superintendent could be picked this week, sources say
Three finalists were announced last month by the Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability.
Mayor Johnson addresses migrant crisis, teen takeovers, his own availability
One could call this a rare opportunity to ask the mayor some questions on any topic. It was the first such opportunity in weeks.
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Nonprofit dance group owed nearly $50,000 for holiday show performance
The company that owed the money also hadn't paid other entities for security and the venue for the show.
Advocacy group wants to use Chicago's Thompson Center as migrant shelter
More than 15,000 migrants have arrived in Chicago since last August. Shelters and police stations are at or near capacity.
Signature Room on 95th at former Hancock Center closes permanently
The closing was announced on a sign posted on the door of the restaurant on the 95th and 96th floors at 875 N. Michigan Av.
Good Samaritans step in after woman is robbed, beaten in Little Italy alley
Surveillance video shows the man punching the woman in an attempt to get her purse. Keep in mind this happened at 4 p.m.
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Good Samaritans step in after woman is robbed, beaten in Little Italy alley
Surveillance video shows the man punching the woman in an attempt to get her purse. Keep in mind this happened at 4 p.m.
Advocacy group wants to use Chicago's Thompson Center as migrant shelter
More than 15,000 migrants have arrived in Chicago since last August. Shelters and police stations are at or near capacity.
Signature Room on 95th at former Hancock Center closes permanently
The closing was announced on a sign posted on the door of the restaurant on the 95th and 96th floors at 875 N. Michigan Av.
Nonprofit dance group owed nearly $50,000 for holiday show performance
The company that owed the money also hadn't paid other entities for security and the venue for the show.
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Child care providers face "cliff" with pandemic funds set to expire
The American Rescue Plan funding has helped thousands of child care centers across Illinois pay their staff, upgrade their facilities and keep cots lower for parents.
Victim of botched Chicago police raid in 2017 expected to get $300,000 settlement
Police raided Sharnia Phillips' home while searching for two gang members who had never lived there.
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.
Now-dead man suspected in murder of Romeoville family had lengthy criminal record
Nathaniel Huey Jr.'s criminal past should have been a red flag – including a court order banning him from possessing firearms.
Hospital changed disposal procedures after CBS 2 bought empty COVID-19 vaccine vials
After a pharmacy director admitted selling "empty" COVID vaccine vials to CBS 2, the hospital changed policy to protect the public.
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Victim of botched Chicago police raid in 2017 expected to get $300,000 settlement
Police raided Sharnia Phillips' home while searching for two gang members who had never lived there.
Seven buses of migrants arrive in Chicago for second day in a row
Late Wednesday night, we were there as adults and small children stepped off one of the buses, and greeted with blankets.
House Republicans outline basis for Biden impeachment inquiry in first hearing
Top Republicans outlined their view of the factual and legal basis for an impeachment inquiry into President Biden in a 30-page memo.
Illinois DCFS report card for past two years shows more failures than last review
Last time the state Auditor General updated us, there were 30 major failures by DCFS. This time, it's 33.
Donald Trump and his company "repeatedly" violated fraud law, N.Y. judge rules
"The documents here clearly contain fraudulent valuations that defendants used in business," Judge Engoron wrote in his ruling, ordering Trump's New York business certificates canceled.
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Nonprofit dance group owed nearly $50,000 for holiday show performance
The company that owed the money also hadn't paid other entities for security and the venue for the show.
Kia, Hyundai models recalled due to fire risk; separate concerns about security flaws persist
Hyundai warned drivers to park their cars outside until they can get the necessary repairs.
Indiana AG sues MV Realty, says company is deceptive
MV Realty is based out of Florida, but operates in Indiana and several other states – including Illinois.
Contractor accused of scamming people in need of housework
They accused James Nesbitt of taking off with deposits without completing jobs and complained he didn't respond to customers.
Getting Hosed: Officials finally address on bad water billing at City Council hearing
The Chicago City Council Finance Committee held a hearing Tuesday with the heads of the Water Management and Finance departments.
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COVID vaccine during pregnancy helps protect newborns, new study finds
The findings are just the latest to show benefits from COVID vaccination during pregnancy.
Teen who's had two lung transplants gets behind-the-scenes tour of Field Museum
Scientists at the Field Museum showed Josh Burton ways he can still have a career without digging in the dirt.
Northwestern researchers get $45M to develop implant to sense and treat cancer
"From a clinical perspective, this could be a game-changing approach to cancer therapy," said Dr. Jonathan Rivnay.
How to get the new COVID vaccine for free, with or without insurance
Americans still have ways to get vaccinated against COVID-19 at no out-of-pocket cost. Here's what to know.
How FDA's top vaccines official is timing his COVID and flu shots
Can you get your COVID booster and flu shot at the same time? Here's what health experts say.
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GM and Stellantis plants in Bolingbrook and Naperville join UAW strike
"We're not going to wait around forever for a fair contract," UAW President Shawn Fain said. "The companies know how to make this right."
Workers at Chicago Ford plant worry they may have to walk off the job amid strike
Hundreds of autoworkers gathered Thursday outside the UAW Local 551 headquarters, 13550 S. Torrence Ave., to protest.
Alderman wants moratorium on Dollar Tree stores, says properties are "filthy"
"I want to see a moratorium on these type of businesses opening up in our city," said Ald. Matt O'Shea (19th). "This happens in communities all across the city of Chicago."
Kroger and Albertsons sell hundreds of stores in a bid to clear merger of the 2 largest US groceries
Grocers Kroger and Albertsons are selling more than 400 stores and other assets to C&S Wholesale Grocers in an approximately $1.9 billion deal as part of their efforts to complete their merger.
Steppenwolf Theatre announces layoffs of 13 staffers
The company said it has been "negatively impacted by a protracted post-pandemic economic recovery for our sector and the rising cost of inflation,"
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Connor Bedard skates in first NHL exhibition game with Blackhawks, who beat Blues in OT
Bedard had two assists.
Cubs get swept by Braves, fall out of position for NL wild card
The Cubs have dropped 13 of 19.
Bears offense sees opportunity for success against Broncos
Getsy pointed to all 11 players on offense needing to be better, not just quarterback Justin Fields.
Vaughn, Moncada homer in White Sox 3-1 win over Diamondbacks
Each team had three hits, and Arizona went 0 for 5 with runners in scoring position.
Cubs lose to Braves, drop into tie with Miami for NL's third wild card
The Cubs blew a six-run lead in Tuesday's series opener.
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Actor Michael Gambon, who played Harry Potter's Dumbledore, dies at 82
Michael Gambon, the British-Irish actor who portrayed Dumbledore in the latter 6 of the 8 "Harry Potter" movies, has died after a bout of pneumonia.
Teri Bristol, Chicago house music DJ, dies at 66
Bristol began DJing in Chicago in the 1980s, and paved the way for a generation of other women DJs.
"Survivor" returns for season 45 Wednesday, Sept. 27 at 8 p.m. ET
Through longer weekly episodes, "Survivor" will take a deeper dive into the players' stories as they're stranded on the stunning islands of Fiji.
Hollywood writers, studios reach tentative deal to end strike
Terms of the deal must still be ratified by the WGA's approximately 11,000 members.
Hundreds of local artists take stages at Chicago Live! at Navy Pier
The event is the Midwest's largest free performing arts festival.
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Chicago First Alert Weather: Sunny afternoon Friday
CBS 2 Meteorologist Mary Kay Kleist has your 10 p.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Thursday, Sept. 28, 2023.
Nonprofit dance group owed nearly $50,000 for holiday show performance
The Coal City troupe caught the attention of a company that hired the kids for a giant holiday light show in Tinley Park last year. CBS 2's Lauren Victory explained why their big break may be a big bust.
Optimism over Mag Mile future despite closure of Signature Room at former John Hancock
After 30 years, the Signature Room abruptly shut its doors Thursday. CBS 2's Charlie De Mar reports.
Migrants board buses from El Paso to Chicago
The migrants who boarded the buses chose Chicago as their destination. Ken Molestina of CBS Texas reports on how the process works.
Advocates want to turn Thompson Center into migrant shelter
Gov. Pritzker is also speaking out about the housing crisis – expressing his concerns about the city’s current plans to build base tent camps for the migrant population. CBS 2's Marybel Gonzalez reports.
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Good Samaritans step in after woman is robbed, beaten in Little Italy alley
Surveillance video shows the man punching the woman in an attempt to get her purse. Keep in mind this happened at 4 p.m.
Oak Park on alert after armed robberies, carjackings this past weekend
There were four armed robberies, one carjacking, and one aggravated assault that was believed to be an attempted robbery in Oak Park early Sunday.
Several people robbed at South Chicago bus stop
CBS 2 news crews talked with one of the victims who said his iPhone was stolen by a group near 79th Street and Jeffery Boulevard.
Neighbors want action after repeated armed robbery sprees in Chicago neighborhoods
Police laid out their plans to combat the crisis Tuesday night.
Northwest Indiana man faces multiple felonies in hit-run accident
Pete Baum, 48, of Hobart, was charged Tuesday for causing the accident on Sunday evening.
