Millennials Help Push Midterm Turnout In Chicago To Highest Level In 32 Years
Overall, 56 percent of registered voters in Chicago cast a ballot in the election, either in person on Election Day, during early voting, or by mail.
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2 Investigators: Shaming People To Vote
"This is a pre-election day stunt to try and drive up voter turnout in that precinct or ward."
Veteran Clerk Closes Book On Annual First Wedding Tradition
Cook County's first wedding of the New Year was also the last performed by County Clerk David Orr.
Couple Braves Arctic Chill To Get Cook County's First Marriage Of 2018
Brian Wildeman and Susie Fogle showed up at the Cook County Clerk's office at 4 a.m., despite wind chills well below zero, to make sure no one beat them to the first marriage license of 2018.
Next Round Of Early Voting Is Upon Cook County Residents
There are only five early-voting sites right now: in Evanston, Maywood, Berwyn, Calumet City and the clerk's office in downtown Chicago.
Few Reports Of Problems In Chicago Area In Early Hours Of Election Day
Despite a massive turnout in Chicago and the Cook County suburbs on Election Day, officials have reported only a few problems at polling places on Tuesday.
Early Voting Presents Challenges For Orr's Election Staff
Cook County Clerk David Orr said expanding early voting into next week has been good for the voters, but a little hard on his elections staff.
Cook County Officials Launch Major Voter Registration Drive
On the day after the first presidential debate, the Cook County Clerk's office was hosting nearly 100 voter registration events across the county to mark National Voter Registration Day.
Cook County Inches Closer To 10,000 Same-Sex Marriages
Cook County officials expect to issue the county's 10,000th same-sex marriage license this week.
Democrats Slam Rauner For Veto Of Automatic Voter Registration
Democratic state lawmakers and others have lashed at Gov. Bruce Rauner, for his veto of legislation that would allow for automatic voter registration when people get their driver's licenses.
Election Officials Expecting Big Turnout In Cook County For Illinois Primary
Local election officials say the many contested races in Tuesday's primary elections are generating a lot of interest and they're expecting strong turnout for a primary, reports WBBM's Mike Krauser.
After 14 Years Together, Chicago Couple First To Wed In 2015
Brenda Bravo and Jose Castro lined up at the Cook County Clerk's office downtown at 5 a.m. Friday, to make sure they were the first to get a marriage license when the office opened at 9 a.m. As the first to get a license, they got a free wedding ceremony conducted by Clerk David Orr.
With Treasurer's Race Tightening, Cross Campaign Claims Possible Vote Fraud
A week after Election Day, the race for Illinois State Treasurer is growing extremely tight, with the two leading candidates separated by just a few hundred votes. Now, charges of vote fraud have started to fly.
Chicago, Cook County Set Records For Early Voting
"Overall, for us in suburban Cook, 169,000-plus have already voted," Cook County Clerk David Orr said. "That's a 53 percent increase over 2010."
'Malicious' Robocalls Targeted 6,000 Chicago Election Judges
"There is an intent to try to disrupt the orderly administration of the election," Chicago Board of Election Commissioners Chairman Langdon Neal said.
Window For Early Voting Closes This Weekend
There are dozens of early voting polling places in the city and suburbs. Election officials are encouraged by what they've seen so far. CBS 2's Jim Williams reports.
Same-Sex Marriage Law Takes Effect In Illinois
Monday is the first day that county clerks throughout the entire state of Illinois must issue marriage licenses to same-sex couples.
Cook County Issues 1,000th Same-Sex Marriage License
Albany Park couple Tom Crisham, 36, and Andrew Rodbro, 38, received the 1000th license Friday afternoon, Clerk David Orr's office said in a statement.
Dozens Of Same-Sex Couples Get Marriage Licenses
More than 80 same-sex couples from Illinois and have gotten marriage licenses in Cook County, including several from other counties who apparently didn't want to wait until June 1, when gay marriage becomes legal throughout the state.
Cook County Issuing Same-Sex Marriage Licenses; First Couple Weds
Same-sex couples wasted no time getting marriage licenses on Friday, shortly after a federal judge ruled they don't have to wait until June to tie the knot in Cook County.
Judge: Lawsuit Seeking To End Same-Sex Marriage Ban May Proceed
Gay and lesbian couples fighting for the right to get marriage licenses hailed the ruling as another step toward marriage equality in their home state.
Orr: One Vote Really Does Matter In Many Local Elections
If you think your one vote doesn't matter, just take a look at some of this week's election results.
Pedway's 'Sweet Home Cook County' Display Shows Off Local Celebrities
Cook County officials are paying homage to celebrities born in Cook, in a sometimes surprising exhibit beneath Daley Plaza.
Lawmaker Wants To Stop Using Schools As Polling Places
A state lawmaker wants Illinois to stop using schools as polling places on Election Day, but the idea doesn't sit well with local election authorities.
Dominick Easily Fends Off Challenge For Cicero Town President
Cicero Town President Larry Dominick easily won his bid for re-election Tuesday in a contentious three-way contest marked by accusations of corruption, voter intimidation and ballot-fixing.
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DePaul to boost security after string of robberies on campus
The university announced a series of measures to enhance safety on its campuses in the wake of the robbery incidents.
Three Loyola University Chicago students robbed at gunpoint near campus
Four people got out of a car and one displayed a gun, demanding the students' property – including cellphones and wallets.
How could a possible government shutdown affect you?
Congress has until Saturday night to pass a dozen appropriations bills funding the federal government for another year.
Boy beats cancer multiple times with help from Cal's Angels
Donations go to help fund pediatric cancer clinical trials, and fund wishes, a trip to the amusement park for one patient, a playset for another, and a racecar.
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Caught on camera: Man violently attacked, robbed in Bucktown alley
The attackers threw the victim right into a chain-link fence and knocked him to the ground.
Three Loyola University Chicago students robbed at gunpoint near campus
Four people got out of a car and one displayed a gun, demanding the students' property – including cellphones and wallets.
How could a possible government shutdown affect you?
Congress has until Saturday night to pass a dozen appropriations bills funding the federal government for another year.
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DePaul to boost security after string of robberies on campus
The university announced a series of measures to enhance safety on its campuses in the wake of the robbery incidents.
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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.
Former state inspector Jose Guillen expected to plead guilty to lying about groping women
Guillen was indicted last year on four counts of deprivation of civil rights and one count of obstruction of justice
Electric rental car breaks down, traps Gurnee mom, daughter inside
They turned to CBS 2 Investigators for help after they then got stuck with a big bill.
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How could a possible government shutdown affect you?
Congress has until Saturday night to pass a dozen appropriations bills funding the federal government for another year.
House GOP prepares four spending bills as shutdown uncertainty grows
House Republicans' efforts to pass four spending bills would not avert a government shutdown.
Chicago alderman calls for ordinance ensuring sidewalk repairs with construction projects
Ald. Gilbert Villegas (36th) is calling out the city's Department of Transportation to work more efficiently.
Retired Cook County judge disbarred over fleecing of late Tuskegee Airman uncle
Patricia Martin admitted to misconduct after being accused of using nearly $250,000 of her uncle's funds for her own personal purposes.
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.
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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.
Chime customer frustrated by slow response after bogus $1,200 charge
She was yet another victim who didn't get their money back until CBS 2 got involved.
Hackers post crude content on Schaumburg spa's Facebook page
While Noelle Fredrick frequently has to straighten up her spa workspace, but what she can't seem to tidy up is her spa's Facebook page.
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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.
Silver Cross NICU like a second home for some new parents
Millions of babies are born prematurely every year. That translates to about one in 10 newborns who need extra support in the NICU.
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.
Free COVID test kits are back. Here's how to get them.
The Biden administration is also pouring $600 million into more COVID tests manufacturing across the U.S.
Two people in DuPage County die from West Nile Virus
There have been six human cases reported in DuPage County in 2023.
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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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With six games left, Cubs focus on road ahead toward possible playoff appearance
If the season ended today, the Cubs would be in the playoffs as the National League's final wildcard team.
Frustrated Fighting Irish lament miscues that led to late loss against Buckeyes
Notre Dame needed one stop to beat then-No. 6 Ohio State for the first time since 1936, and yet it couldn't finish the job.
Bears aim to keep it simple in trying to get out of 13-game losing streak
Head coach Matt Eberflus said the team will focus on getting the details right individually at every position this week.
Megan Rapinoe gets triumphant sendoff at Soldier Field before final match
The U.S. went on to beat South Africa 2-0.
Bears remain winless, fall to Kansas City for 13th consecutive loss
It was a brutal end to a dismal week of distractions for the Bears
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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.
Usher to headline Super Bowl halftime show in Las Vegas
Usher will perform at the Super Bowl halftime show in Las Vegas on Feb. 11, 2024.
"The Amazing Race" set to return for milestone 35th season
The Emmy Award-winning series returns for its biggest season yet with 90-minute original episodes starting Wednesday, Sept. 27.
Chicago LGBTQ+ International Film Festival and South Asian Film Festival begin Thursday
The LGBTQ+ International Film Festival begins at the Music Box Theatre, with the Chicago premiere of Andy Vallentine's "The Mattachine Family."
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Chicago's Spacca Napoli named one of world's best pizzerias
The restaurant’s Neapolitan-style pie is making headlines as one of the best pizzas in the world – based on the rankings of the Italian website “50 Top Pizza.”
Chicago First Alert Weather: Severe storm threat Tuesday
CBS 2 Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon has your 10 p.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Monday, Sept. 25, 2023.
Doctors issue reminder about need for AED devices in schools
Each year, more than 2,000 U.S. kids die from sudden cardiac arrest.
Chicago area nonprofit helps with child cancer fight
Donations to Cal's Angels go to help fund pediatric cancer clinical trials, and fund wishes, a trip to the amusement park for one patient, a playset for another, and a racecar. CBS 2's Lauren Victory reports on one boy who has beaten back cancer five times with Cal's Angels alongside him.
The impacts of a potential federal government shutdown
Time is running out to avoid a government shutdown – so what comes next, and how could a possible shutdown affect you? CBS 2's Marybel Gonzalez reports.
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DePaul to boost security after string of robberies on campus
The university announced a series of measures to enhance safety on its campuses in the wake of the robbery incidents.
Three Loyola University Chicago students robbed at gunpoint near campus
Four people got out of a car and one displayed a gun, demanding the students' property – including cellphones and wallets.
Caught on camera: Man violently attacked, robbed in Bucktown alley
The attackers threw the victim right into a chain-link fence and knocked him to the ground.
5 people robbed in less than an hour overnight on North, West sides
Police said all of the robberies involved a white SUV and three to four suspects, but have not said if the holdups were connected.
Two men charged in murder-for-hire plot that left woman dead in Chicago suburbs
Police said one suspect was upset that his relationship with the victim has ended, so he had a hit man kill her.
