Legionella Bacteria Found At Mendoza's Office
Officials from that office confirmed the positive test Tuesday, adding the water is not in parts of the building accessible to employees.
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Rauner's State Of The State Vow: A Balanced Budget
Gov. Bruce Rauner used his fourth State of the State address to call for collaborative efforts to combat a number of issues in Illinois.
Rauner Checks Into Veterans' Home Under Fire For Deadly Legionnaires' Outbreak
Gov. Bruce Rauner has checked himself into an Illinois Veterans Home in downstate Quincy, where at least 13 residents have died from the infectious Legionnaires' disease since July 2015.
2018 Illinois Law Protects Consumers Right To Yelp
A new Illinois law is meant to stop businesses from punishing you for giving them a bad review.
White House Holiday Traditions On Display In Springfield
"Holidays At The White House" is going now through January 7th at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum.
Rauner Launches Re-Election Tour, Sets Sights On Madigan Again
The governor said he would try to roll back the income tax approved over his veto earlier this year.
Republicans Call House Vote On Two-Year Property Tax Freeze A Sham
A big part of Gov. Bruce Rauner's so-called "Turnaround Agenda" is a property tax freeze, but Republicans said the latest version approved by House Democrats is no more than political pandering.
Parents Of Kids Who Died Of Rare Disease Slam State For Not Testing As Required
Early detection, perhaps followed by stem cell treatment, can help children survive Krabbe disease, a degenerative nervous system disorder.
Wetter Weather Coming This Winter
"We're looking at better chances for seeing wetter than normal precipitation for the winter months. That's looking at December, January and February."
Graduated License Program Credited With Lowering Driving Fatalities
It's National Teen Driver Safety Week and driving teen fatalities are down 51 percent, according to Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White.
$1M Grant Going Towards Research To Fight Opioid Crisis
A Springfield researcher is looking into ways to fight the opioid crisis with help from a $1 million federal grant.
National Weather Service Alerts To Be More User Friendly
Weather service communicates not just with local government and radio and t.v. stations but says NWS's Chris Miller in Lincoln, directly with you.
IL Lawmakers Working To Hammer Out Details On School Funding
"None of us are getting everything we want," Senate Minority Leader Bill Brady said. "This is a true compromise."
Illinois Senate Rejects Rauner's Education Funding Changes; House To Vote Wednesday
Rauner's veto would remove $463 million in state funding for Chicago Public Schools, while giving other districts millions more.
Rauner Vetoes Education Funding Bill, Removes $250M For CPS
The governor used his amendatory veto power to remove a $250 million block grant for CPS from the legislation, among other changes.
Rauner Vows Special Session Without Education Funding Plan By Noon Monday
Lawmakers could be staring at another special session, because of a dispute over education funding, after the governor gave an ultimatum.
Workers' Compensation Bill Passes Senate, But Not In The Clear
One of the remaining issues in Springfield -- workers' compensation -- is the subject of a bill that's passed the Senate.
State Has New Mowing Policy To Benefit Monarch Butterflies
The Monarch is believed to look for milkweed near north-south highways during its migration.
Switchblades May Become Legal In Illinois
State Rep. Brian Stewart, R-Freeport, says these are not like the Sharks and the Jets used in West Side Story. He says they're important tools.
Former Gov. Pat Quinn Unveils His 'Interactive' Portrait At State Capitol
The portrait depicts Quinn in his "lucky" purple-striped tie. He stands in front of a background of 44 instances of people, issues and events from more than four decades in public service.
Bill Would Require Employers To Notify Employees About Bedbugs At Work
Illinois does not have a budget, but it may be getting a handle on bedbugs.
Activists Gather In Springfield To Protect Abortion Rights
Dozens of women descended on Springfield on Tuesday to protest Gov. Rauner's flip-flopped position on abortion.
Lawmakers Seek Vote On Abortion Bill As Women Rally At State Capitol
Hundreds of activists marched on the Illinois State Capitol on Tuesday, declaring women do not have equality in the U.S.
Dominican Sisters Of Springfield Leads Good Friday Observance
The way people worship has changed over the decades, according to Sr. Marcelline Koch.
State Senator Hopes To Build Support For New School Funding Bill
If 2017 is to be the year Illinois overhauls its public education funding formula, a downstate Republican could be your man.
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Woman charged with murder, child endangerment in death of 19-month-old son
The Cook County Medical Examiner's office ruled the boy died of nutritional neglect, and his death was a homicide.
Johnson, Vallas in the home stretch before April 4 mayoral runoff
Vallas attacked his opponent for what he says is his lack of experience 'managing anything.'
Chicago Weather Alert: Winter Storm Warning for Lake, McHenry counties
The worst weather conditions are expected between early morning and midday on Saturday.
Four boys, youngest just 11, charged after crashing stolen car in Chatham, police say
The crash at 83rd and State streets also left an Illinois State Police trooper injured.
At Northbrook camp, children with cancer can be 'just a regular kid'
Counselors who wee once campers themselves will guide kids through a weekend of fun and games.
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DCFS placed troubled teen girl with 24-year-old pimp as foster parent
The teenage girl already had a history of being trafficked for sex – and DCFS placed her in a home with someone now accused of forcing her into prostitution.
Chicago Weather Alert: Winter Storm Warning for Lake, McHenry counties
The worst weather conditions are expected between early morning and midday on Saturday.
Woman charged with murder, child endangerment in death of 19-month-old son
The Cook County Medical Examiner's office ruled the boy died of nutritional neglect, and his death was a homicide.
Missing Navy sailor Seamus Gray last seen Saturday near bar in Waukegan
Seamus Gray, who was assigned to Naval Station Great Lakes, did not report back at his assigned time, according to Waukegan police.
Chicago's Undetermined Drownings: Debunking the myths
A longer series of questions left unanswered as undetermined findings leave loved ones hoping for more clarity in the murky final hours of these lives lost.
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DCFS placed troubled teen girl with 24-year-old pimp as foster parent
The teenage girl already had a history of being trafficked for sex – and DCFS placed her in a home with someone now accused of forcing her into prostitution.
Convicted con man Rick Dugo agrees to plea deal, gets 8 years in prison
Last month, he was convicted in the first of four trials that involved four victims who were scammed out of nearly $1 million. Instead of facing three more trials, he took a plea deal.
Monitor group: CPD officers are taught their lives more important than community safety
Chicago Police training tactics are coming under fire – with a community monitoring group saying the tactics are fundamentally flawed and continue to foster a culture of misconduct.
Highland Park lets residents know about extra water use before bill comes
Residents said alerts about problems such as a broken sprinkler head, a running toilet, and even a massive pipe burst have saved them thousands.
Organizations sue over plans to expand toxic sludge dumpsite on southeast lakefront
The dump is located at the mouth of the river next to the lakefront park of Calumet Park.
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Johnson, Vallas in the home stretch before April 4 mayoral runoff
Vallas attacked his opponent for what he says is his lack of experience 'managing anything.'
Chicago Decides: Interviewing candidates in City Council runoff elections
Leading up to the April 4 runoff elections in Chicago, we are speaking with the aldermanic candidates on the ballot.
Chicago Decides: Ald. Monique Scott faces challenger Creative Scott in West Side's 24th Ward
Ald. Monique Scott, who was appointed to her seat last summer, is facing small business owner Creative Scott (no relation) in the April 4 runoff election.
Chicago Decides: Ronnie Mosely faces Cornell Dantzler in 21st Ward on South Side
Ronnie Mosley and Cornell Dantzler are running to replace incumbent Ald. Howard Brookins, who is retiring after 20 years in office.
Chicago Decides: Richard Wooten and William Hall face off in South Side's 6th Ward
Richard Wooten and William Hall are running to replace Ald. Roderick Sawyer, who gave up his seat to run for mayor, but lost.
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Kane County officials warn of scammer targeting people in Zoom court hearings
The public is reminded that the person is a scammer and does not work for Kane County or any judges.
Raoul, 21 other attorneys general urge Kia and Hyundai to do more to stop car thefts
Since a surge in thefts of the vulnerable Kia and Hyundai models, the South Korean automakers have rolled out more anti-theft software, but the attorneys general are pushing for them to do more.
Highland Park lets residents know about extra water use before bill comes
Residents said alerts about problems such as a broken sprinkler head, a running toilet, and even a massive pipe burst have saved them thousands.
Relief hard to come by for Chicago area wire fraud scam victims
We've told you about this trick before, where thousands of dollars are transferred out of bank accounts in minutes.
Chicago couple 'bombarded' with cold calls from attorneys after fender bender
CBS 2 found how law firms were able to get the couple's information and how the calls were likely unlawful.
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Florida fire captain loses sight in one eye after using recalled eye drops
The CDC is investigating a nationwide outbreak of the antibiotic-resistant bacteria — Pseudomonas aeruginosa — which has infected 68 people in 16 states.
Chicago medical expert sounds alarm over drug-resistant Candida auris fungal infections
The number of infections has tripled over the last three years.
Death toll climbs in outbreak linked to recalled eye drops
The CDC says three people have died, eight have lost their vision and four had an eyeball removed.
Saturday marks three years since COVID-19 was deemed worldwide pandemic
The World Health Organization made the announcement on Wednesday, March 11, 2020.
Cubs top Rangers in Cactus League meetup
Luis Torrens' first home run of the spring put the Cubs up 7-6.
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United Airlines and Archer Aviation planning air taxis between O'Hare and West Loop in 2025
Electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft would provide 10-minute rides between O'Hare and Vertiport Chicago on the Near West Side.
Edward Gardner, co-founder of Soft Sheen Products and titan in philanthropy, dies at 98
Gardner died Monday surrounded by family.
ProMat trade show brings more people to McCormick Place than it did in 2019
Many say the trade show is really meaningful to the city's economic recovery – especially the downtown area.
U.S. government moves to guarantee Silicon Valley Bank depositors' funds
The U.S. government took extraordinary steps Sunday to stop a potential banking crisis after the historic failure of Silicon Valley Bank, assuring depositors at the failed financial institution that they would be able to access all of their money.
Guinness to open brewery, taproom in Fulton Market district
It will open later this summer in a former railroad depot.
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Notre Dames hires Micah Shrewsberry as new men's basketball coach
The Irish only made the NCAA Tournament one time in Breen's last six seasons.
Player charged after throwing punch following Bowling Green-Memphis game
Video of the incident showed Jamirah Shutes' teammate quickly escorting her off the court while Elissa Brett's teammates checked on her.
NCAA Tournament schedule: dates, times, and channels for Sweet 16 and Elite 8
Here's the complete schedule, game times, livestream links and TV info for the Sweet 16 and Elite 8 this weekend.
Third straight loss for Blackhawks as they fall to Washington Capitals
The 'Hawks were coming off a 5-0 loss at Colorado on Monday night.
Michigan State falls short to Kansas State in overtime in Sweet 16 thriller
Keyontae Johnson scored 22 points for the Wildcats. A.J. Hoggard led Michigan State (21-13) with 25 points.
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Sundays on State to return for two dates in July and August
On July 16 and August 13, State Street will be closed to cars between Lake and Adams for a free block party.
New details revealed about 50th anniversary celebration "The Young and the Restless"
The cast of daytimes #1 drama looks back in brand new footage, Paramount+ celebrates the series' legacy, and a sneak peek at the upcoming anniversary storyline is revealed.
Lance Reddick, actor in "The Wire" and "John Wick" movies, dies at age 60
The actor's death was confirmed to CBS News by two of his representatives.
Lyric Opera unveils 2023-24 season; featuring "The Flying Dutchman, "Aida," and Mozart's "Requiem"
The upcoming season includes productions from around the world, ranging from opera classics to more contemporary pieces.
Oscars 2023: List of winners and nominees
"Everything Everywhere All at Once" stormed through awards season, taking the top prize for each of Hollywood's major award shows.
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Johnson, Vallas in the home stretch before April 4 mayoral runoff
With just 11 days to go until the runoff election, a former presidential candidate is throwing his support behind one of Chicago's mayoral candidates.
Four juveniles, youngest just 11, arrested after crashing stolen car
An Illinois state trooper was injured in the aftermath of the crash at 83rd and State streets.
Chicago Weather Alert: Winter Storm Warning for Lake, McHenry counties
Several inches of snow could fall overnight in Chicago's north suburbs as a mix of rain and snow moves into the area late on Friday evening.
At Northbrook camp, children with cancer can be 'just a regular kid'
A special camp is kicking off for about 50 kids in north suburban Northbrook. The camp is a place for them to let loose, be themselves and not think about what they share in common: cancer. CBS 2's Noel Brennan had the story.
DCFS placed troubled teen girl with pimp as foster parent
The teenage girl already had a history of being trafficked for sex – and DCFS placed her in a home with someone now accused of forcing her into prostitution. CBS 2 Investigator Dave Savini reports.
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