No word of survivors after Boeing 737 crashes in China, with 132 on board
The crash could become one of China's worst air disasters in more than a decade.
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Airline confirms fatalities as Boeing carrying 132 crashes in China
The China Eastern Airlines Boeing 737 came down in a steep dive in a rural area near the city of Wuzhou, causing a "mountain fire" and an unknown number of deaths.
Xianbing Gan Gets 14 Years For Having Chicago Drug Proceeds Laundered Through China To Be Sent To Traffickers In Mexico
A man was sentenced to 14 years in prison Tuesday for having drug proceeds picked up in Chicago and laundering them through China to have them sent to drug traffickers in Mexico.
Agriculture Officials Sound Alarm About Suspicious Seeds Coming In Mail From China
The phone has been ringing off the hook at the Illinois Department of Agriculture about suspicious seeds popping up in the mail from China.
Coronavirus In Illinois: Second Shipment Of PPE From China Arriving At O'Hare Airport Today
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"It is true that the federal government seems to be interrupting supplies that are being sent elsewhere in the nation. And so I wanted to make sure we receive what we ordered."
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Univ. Of Illinois To Honor Investigators Of Chinese Scholar's Death
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United Airlines Halt Flights To Hong Kong Amid Coronavirus Worries
Chicago-based United Airlines announced Tuesday that it is suspending flights to Hong Kong for about two weeks amid coronavirus concerns
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Some community leaders have decided to cancel Chinese New Year celebrations, but in the Uptown neighborhood Saturday's parade will go on as planned.
Delta, American Airlines, United Airlines Suspend Flights Between US, China
elta Air Lines and American Airlines said Friday they will suspend all flights between the U.S. and China.
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Test results are expected Thursday on a potential case of Wuhan coronavirus in Northwest Indiana.
Chicagoan Organizes Worldwide Coronavirus Donation Supplies Drive, Fundraiser
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Emergency vehicles were seen surrounding a plane that flew into O'Hare International Airport from China Tuesday afternoon, reportedly because of mechanical problems.
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Precautions At O'Hare After Second U.S. Case Of Coronavirus Found In Chicago
The plane that carried that sick passenger to O'Hare is not being isolated or put in for a deep clean. Officials said because at the time she flew on it, she was not contagious.
University Of Wisconsin-Platteville Students Screened For Coronavirus At O'Hare After Returning From Wuhan, China
Six University of Wisconsin-Platteville students recently returned to the U.S. from Wuhan, China – and two were screened for coronavirus at O'Hare International Airport.
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Driver of party bus that rammed into 13 vehicles in Lakeview expected in court Monday
Gregory Baldwin of Valparaiso, Indiana, is facing several charges but none for impairment at the time of the crash.
Chicago Police promise increased CTA patrols, but riders don't see more officers
CBS 2 asked CPD why riders didn't see more officers Sunday. Police said they will be able to clarify that with an additional press conference Monday.
The drag show goes on at Uprising Bakery after nearly being delayed due to vandalism, zoning issues
A suburban cafe that was vandalized over plans to hold a family friendly drag brunch went on with the show Sunday morning.
Chicago Weather Alert: thunderstorms and humidity
A Beach Hazards Statement has been posted for Monday afternoon until Tuesday afternoon.
22-year-old man dead, woman injured after shooting in Albany Park
Police are searching for the offenders.
17-year-old girl in critical condition after car crashes into tree in Lakeview
Police have not confirmed what led to the crash.
Chicago Police search for man groping women from motorized skaeboard
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Driver of party bus that rammed into 13 vehicles in Lakeview expected in court Monday
Gregory Baldwin of Valparaiso, Indiana, is facing several charges but none for impairment at the time of the crash.
Chicago Police promise increased CTA patrols, but riders don't see more officers
CBS 2 asked CPD why riders didn't see more officers Sunday. Police said they will be able to clarify that with an additional press conference Monday.
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A suburban cafe that was vandalized over plans to hold a family friendly drag brunch went on with the show Sunday morning.
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22-year-old man dead, woman injured after shooting in Albany Park
Police are searching for the offenders.
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$33.5 million verdict ordered against Village of Dolton in deadly 2016 crash involving police
Attorneys say it all started with a driver rolling through a stop sign.
New motion in R. Kelly case claims deceptive practices by former lead prosecutor
With the Chicago federal trial for R. Kelly and two of his associates set to begin in less than two weeks, attorneys for one of the defendants – Derrell McDavid – filed a bizarre motion in court Wednesday.
Englewood building residents go for 12 days without water service
That length of time made for a rough situation for people living in the building, and raised questions about why it took so long.
How did a driver end up going the wrong way on I-90, causing crash that killed six?
The Illinois Secretary of State's office said the women, Jennifer Fernandez of Carpentersville, had a valid driver's license and no offenses on her record.
Getting Hosed: North Lawndale landlord's water bill jumps from $200 to $20,000 for one month
Yasser Almanaseer said he has had no luck in getting it fixed.
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Indiana becomes 1st to approve abortion ban post Roe
The Indiana Legislature on Friday approved the near-total abortion ban with some exceptions, including in cases of rape, incest, and to protect the life and physical health of the mother.
Illinois abortion clinics have been flooded with patients since Roe overturning; new Indiana law could mean even more
More than a month after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, a better idea is emerging of how big the impact has been on Illinois clinics.
Republicans pick Milwaukee to host 2024 national convention
The decision was all-but sealed after opposition in Nashville lead to that city's council on Tuesday rejecting a draft agreement for hosting the event.
Arizona, Missouri, Kansas, Michigan and Washington primary results
Abortion was on the ballot in Kansas, while Trump's influence was put to the test in swing state Arizona.
New men's homeless shelter in Rogers Park has green light, but not everyone likes the idea
"Our community's feelings about this are complex and the concerns are complex," said Ald. Maria Hadden (49th).
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Illinois AG warns of scam using phony websites to target banking customers
The scammers make the websites look real as they trick customers to enter their information to create a bank account.
Are we in a recession? An expert says yes, but there's a sliver of good news about falling prices
The GDP a measure of total spending on goods and services across the economy, fell at an annual rate of 0.9 percent, the Commerce Department said Thursday.
Inflation is at 40-year high, and one expert says cost of living is even worse than numbers say
The Consumer Price Index reports the price of gas skyrocketed nearly 60 percent over the last year – and it's of course far from the only commodity affected.
Flight delays and cancellations are expected to be a disaster this holiday weekend
Buckle up for a weekend of travel chaos – starting Thursday, mass delays and cancellations are expected just to get worse heading into the holiday weekend.
After losing rental income, Chicago man gets stuck with long wait from state assistance program
Rental income was part of a Chicago man's retirement plan, but that hit a snag when his renters lost their jobs during the pandemic.
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Chicago launches public health plan for monkeypox
The United States now counts more infections from the virus than any other country in the world. Since May, cases have grown from zero to 6,617.
U.S. declares monkeypox outbreak a public health emergency
The declaration could help the federal government respond as the number of cases grows and demand for the vaccine far exceeds supply around the country.
Are "Novids" special or just lucky at avoiding COVID-19?
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Northalsted Market Days organizers focus on safety amid monkeypox outbreak
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Gov. Pritzker declares monkeypox virus outbreak in Illinois a Public Health Emergency
The proclamation takes effect immediately and will remain in place for 30 days.
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Camp Aramoni brings boutique camping experience to site less than two hours away from Chicago
In the town of Tonica – less than two hours away from Chicago and right next to Starved Rock State Park – a hidden treasure sits on 96 acres of preserved land.
New 'first class' theatre at Wheeling Town Center hopes to draw back in-person crowds
Operators of the new theatre hope enhancing the experience will draw back crowds not since since before the pandemic.
Meet Kyriakos 'Carl' Damianides, proudly at the helm of the Sky-Ride Tap downtown for 50 years
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The GDP a measure of total spending on goods and services across the economy, fell at an annual rate of 0.9 percent, the Commerce Department said Thursday.
More Illinois Black, Latino business owners receive marijuana retail licenses
The state issued 149 retail licenses on Friday, more than doubling the number of pot shops statewide.
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Dunning blanks old team, García 5 RBIs as Texas routs ChiSox
Dane Dunning allowed one hit in seven dominant innings against his former team for his first win since April, and Adolis García drove in five runs as the Texas Rangers shut out the Chicago White Sox 8-0 on Saturday night.
Smyly finally wins at home as Cubs beat Marlins 4-0
Drew Smyly tossed shutout ball into the seventh inning for his first win at Wrigley Field for the Cubs, leading Chicago past the Miami Marlins 4-0 on Saturday.
Dylan Cease pitches 6 strong innings, White Sox beat Rangers
Dylan Cease pitched six strong innings, Eloy Jimenez hit a tiebreaking solo home run and the Chicago White Sox beat the Texas Rangers on Friday night.
Chicago Fire goalkeeper Gabriel Slonina signs with Chelsea
The young phenom goalkeeper will finish out the season in Chicago before heading over to the English Premier League.
Sky beat Washington Mystics, tie franchise record with 24 regular-season wins
The Sky have a two-game lead over second-place Las Vegas with four games to play.
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Elton John stops to see preview of Broadway In Chicago's 'The Devil Wears Prada'
A preview performance of Broadway in Chicago's new show "The Devil Wears Prada" had a very special guest in attendance this week.
Ambulance transports, arrests at Lollapalooza down this year compared with last
The Office of Emergency Management and Communications said 68 people were transported by ambulance from Lollapalooza this year, compared with 102 last year.
Lightfoot announces 10-year deal extension to host Lollapalooza in Chicago
Lightfoot's office said the deal comes with an "estimated future financial impact of nearly $4 billion for the Chicago economy."
Mary Alice, Emmy and Tony winning actress, dead at 85
She won a Tony Award for her starring role in "Fences" on Broadway, and an Emmy Award for her supporting role in the TV series "I'll Fly Away."
Will Smith addresses Chris Rock slap at Oscars in apology video
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Driver expected in court Monday after party bus charged with damaging 13 vehicles in Lakeview
Gregory Baldwin, 45, of Valparaiso, Indiana, is charged with one felony count of criminal damage to government property, one misdemeanor count of reckless driving and one misdemeanor count of leaving the scene. He was also cited with failure to reduce speed and disregarding a traffic control light, police said.
22-year-old man killed, woman injured after shooting in Albany Park
Police are searching for the offenders.
17-year-old girl in critical condition after car crashes into tree in Lakeview
Police have not confirmed what led to the crash.
Chicago Weather Alert: thunderstorms and humidity
CBS 2 meteorologist Laura Bannon has the latest forecast as rain approached the area.
The drag show goes on at Uprising Bakery after nearly being delayed due to vandalism, zoning issues
A suburban cafe that was vandalized over plans to hold a family friendly drag brunch went on with the show Sunday morning.
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