
Last chance to recycle Christmas trees at Chicago Parks
You can drop off your tree for free at 26 Chicago park locations from Warren to Rowan Park.
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You can drop off your tree for free at 26 Chicago park locations from Warren to Rowan Park.
The tree burning was held at the Lake County Fairgrounds. It was monitored by firefighters.
There are an estimated 200 to 300 million people who identify as Orthodox Christians worldwide.
While much of the western world celebrates Christmas on Dec. 25, Orthodox Christians follow the Julian calendar - marking the festival on Jan. 7.
Chicago starts collecting them Saturday at 26 city parks.
If your tree is starting to dry out and you want to keep it out of the landfill, Chicago and several suburbs offer free recycling events or pickup services.
The holiday tree recycling event kicks off next Saturday.
The holiday tree recycling event kicks off next Saturday.
The frigid weather did little to keep shoppers away from some of the malls in the Chicago area looking for those post-Christmas deals. Even the Chicago Premium Outlet in Aurora, which is outdoors, saw waves of shoppers strike early as stores opened for the day. CBS 2's Andrew Ramos joined the crowds on Monday.
The frigid weather did little to keep shoppers away from some of the malls in the Chicago area looking for those post-Christmas deals. Even the Chicago Premium Outlet in Aurora, which is outdoors, saw waves of shoppers strike early as stores opened for the day. CBS 2's Andrew Ramos joined the crowds on Monday.
The ages of the victims range from 17 to 55.
Cornerback Jaylon Johnson recalled growing up with a gas fireplace, and wondering how Santa Claus would get down the chimney.
Along with the meals, there were toys for the kids, and the Hobson Lucas Foundation provided $100 gift cards for women in the shelters.
Father Michael Pfleger and parishioners at Saint Sabina Church had a busy Christmas Day, packing up and delivering holiday meals to nine shelters and two veterans’ homes.
The popular Loop restaurant Petterino's and a group that helps the homeless joined forces Sunday to give out 500 Christmas meals.
One mom had to cancel her family's Christmas dinner.
This year marked the coldest Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Chicago has seen in decades.
Expect a minor accumulation of less than an inch west of Chicago.
They will be hosting a holiday parade in partnership with Advocate Lutheran General Hospital and first responders from neighboring communities.
The Salvation Army is hosting Breakfast with Santa in Humboldt Park.
Cardinal Cupich says he wants to remind the inmates that they can have a positive influence on each other and the rest of the world.
CBS 2 Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon has the 10 p.m. forecast for Saturday, Dec. 24, 2022.
The cold apparently does not deter the procrastinators along the Magnificent Mile.
The cold apparently does not deter the procrastinators along the Magnificent Mile.
Wind chills in the advisory area could be as cold as -25 degree.
Police said the 38-year-old officer was arrested coming out of a Norwood Park neighborhood bar early Friday morning.
It took students an hour and a half and 12 rolls of duct tape to stick Principal Jodi Reuter and Father Isaac Lara to the gym wall.
More than 50,000 fans are expected to pack the stadium. CBS 2 Noel Brennan was there in the thick of it all with the dedicated fans.
Hadiya Pendleton was shot and killed by gang members in 2013. Her death helped Gun Violence Awareness Day become a national event.
Conditions were hot and humid as firefighters battled the blaze.
Police said the 38-year-old officer was arrested coming out of a Norwood Park neighborhood bar early Friday morning.
More than 50,000 fans are expected to pack the stadium. CBS 2 Noel Brennan was there in the thick of it all with the dedicated fans.
The suspects are two boys, one 16 and the other 17 years of age, and were charged as adults.
At least one other west suburban community has already met with the Bears to discuss a future stadium.
It took students an hour and a half and 12 rolls of duct tape to stick Principal Jodi Reuter and Father Isaac Lara to the gym wall.
Police said the 38-year-old officer was arrested coming out of a Norwood Park neighborhood bar early Friday morning.
It is unclear whether either of the two people charged in each shooting actually fired a weapon.
The report found, in all six dioceses in Illinois, there were 451 Catholic clerics and religious brothers who abused nearly 2,000 children.
Gov. JB Pritzker is poised to sign the bill that will help hold "reckless" gun manufacturers and advertisers accountable in court.
If passed, Arab Americans and minority groups from the Middle East will be separately recognized.
Multiple sources familiar with the matter tell CBS News the Justice Department won't seek to charge former Vice President Mike Pence.
In five years, they hope to bring the annual number of murders in Chicago below 400. Chicago hasn't been under that number since 1965.
The legislation now goes to President Biden's desk, pulling the nation back from the brink of a financial crisis.
The money approved by the City Council on Wednesday will only cover the costs of assistance for asylum seekers through June 30.
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.
The hype for Taylor is high – and so is the chance of online vendors taking advantage of fans.
Both Chicago and Cook County have their own separate minimum wage ordinances, both setting higher rates than set by Illinois state law.
US Centers for Disease Control says teenagers are three times more likely to be involved in a fatal accident compared to older drivers.
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.
The FDA is concerned about the effectiveness of the pill in overweight women and if individuals would follow the instructions properly.
One doctor who tried to help said she was stunned by why
Chicago health officials urge vaccinations after more than 30 cases were reported in Chicago since April.
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter's dementia diagnosis was announced as former President Jimmy Carter continues to receive hospice care.
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.
Nationwide drug shortage is a "tragedy happening in slow motion," a cancer surgeon says. "Patients simply deserve better."
The work is taking place even though the new stadium is still far from a done deal.
Both Chicago and Cook County have their own separate minimum wage ordinances, both setting higher rates than set by Illinois state law.
A local shea butter skincare brand has recently joined the ranks of legacy brands, making it onto shelves of beauty retailer Ulta.
Gov. JB Pritzker approved the popular policy during the COVID-19 pandemic. It was set to expire in June of 2024.
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.
At least one other west suburban community has already met with the Bears to discuss a future stadium.
You can use the code "UABEARS2023" at united.com to get 20% off flights to and from road games.
The Hickory Hills native went undrafted out for DePaul University. He signed a free agent deal with the Boston Celtics, eventually ending up in Miami.
Johnson said he had a lot of things going on including spending time with his young daughter back in California.
Two-time Daytona 500 champ Dale Earnhardt Jr. won't be racing next month, but he gave the course through Grant Park a test run on Wednesday – in an SUV in regular traffic.
The choir is back in full force, after being forced to miss some big performances due to the pandemic.
Mike Smail, director of theaters and visualization at the Adler, joined CBS 2's Brad Edwards on the stream Friday.
Yondorf died on Wednesday, May 17, after a battle with cancer.
The event features 20 of the most popular reggaeton and Latin artists around. The lineup includes Wisin & Yandel, Feid, Grupo Firme, and Nicky Jam
Ray received tributes from several former guests, including former first lady Michelle Obama, Oprah, Kate Hudson, Jessica Alba and 50 Cent.
CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey dug into Officer Antrinius Andrews' history on the jobs, which public records show includes a 2020 complaint for being intoxicated on the job.
CBS 2 Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon has a look at the very warm weekend forecast.
It was all in good fun, and after the Glenview community raised $12,000 for Saint Catherine Laboure. It took students an hour and a half and 12 rolls of duct tape to stick Principal Jodi Reuter and Father Isaac Lara to the gym wall.
Conditions were hot and humid as firefighters battled the blaze. Kris Habermehl reports from Chopper 2.
The Swifties were out in full force hours before Taylor Swift was set to take the stage Friday at Chicago's Soldier Field for the first of three concerts for her Eras Tour this weekend. More than 50,000 fans are expected to pack the stadium each night for the three sold-out shows.
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