Metra trains in Chicago's northwest suburbs delayed after pedestrian hit
Trains on Metra's Milwaukee District North line were significantly delayed Saturday afternoon after a freight train struck a pedestrian in Deerfield.
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Recent Deerfield High School school grad freed by Hamas
It came as a huge relief to her former Deerfield High School community.
Deerfield man heads to Israel to fight Hamas, as Evanston family fears for missing loved ones
Drew Silberman is enlisted in the Israeli reserve army. The 22-year-old hopped on a plane soon after word of the Hamas attack on Israel got to him.
Police investigating deadly collision involving pedestrian in Deerfield
Deerfield police said officers were dispatched to the area of Robert York and Osterman for a report of a person struck by a vehicle.
Bicyclist killed in hit-and-run in Highland Park was school board member
First responders found the bicyclist severely injured. The driver was already gone.
Bicyclist killed in hit-and-run in Highland Park was school board member
Police in Highland Park were searching Friday evening for the driver who hit a bicyclist and then took off – leaving the victim to die. Highland Park police and fire crews were called at 12:37 p.m. to Deerfield and Piccadilly roads, where they found the bicyclist severely injured. The driver was already gone.
Deerfield residents protest plan for industrial park on old Baxter campus, complain about trucks
Some say the industrial campus could bring hundreds of trucks in and out – just feet from a residential subdivision.
Hundreds of Deerfield residents angry over proposed industrial campus
Residents say if the plan is approved, it would mean hundreds of semi-trucks going through their neighborhoods every day. CBS 2's Charlie De Mar reports.
Deerfield commission meeting postponed after residents hoping to stop industrial park flood in
At the plan commission meeting Thursday night, so many people showed up that the meeting was deemed out of compliance with village code.
Decision on proposed Deerfield industrial park postponed
So many people showed up that a plan commission meeting had to be pushed to another date -- to make sure everyone could fit in the room.
Deerfield residents to attend commission meeting; wants to prevent industrial park
There's a plan commission meeting tonight at 7:30 p.m. where the buyers of the property hope to get it re-zoned.
Deerfield residents banding together to stop industrial park
"This is a warehouse facility that will have trucks coming in and out potentially 24/7."
Deerfield residents band together to stop industrial park
Buyers hope to convert a current unincorporated Lake County site from a corporate headquarters into a new industrial park and they're asking Deerfield to re-zone it. Residents outlined their concerns to CBS 2's Sara Machi.
Deerfield man sentenced to 65 years in prison for fatal stabbing of wife
Kamen admitted to police in September of 2018 that he held his wife hostage for several hours in their home and stabbed her.
Deerfield-based Caterpillar moving corporate HQ to Dallas-Fort. Worth area
"We believe it's in the best strategic interest of the company to make this move, which supports Caterpillar's strategy for profitable growth as we help our customers build a better, more sustainable world."
One Person Dead After Vehicle Is Hit By Amtrak Train Near Deerfield Station
One person was killed Thursday evening when a car got hit by an Amtrak train in the northern suburbs.
Top Of Target Truck Sheared Off When It Gets Stuck Under Metra Viaduct In Deerfield
The truck was packed to the roof with toys, Kellogg's Froot Loops cereal, and maybe some handbags.
Illinois Supreme Court Upholds Assault Weapons Ban In Deerfield
The Illinois Supreme Court on Thursday upheld an ordinance in north suburban Deerfield that bans assault weapons.
Former Executive Director Sentenced To More Than 3 Years In Federal Prison For Stealing Funds From Nonprofit Organization
Illinois Secretary Of State's Office Closes Deerfield Driver Services Facility Due To COVID-19 Cases Among Staff
The Illinois Secretary of State's office Deerfield Driver Services facility will be closed until Tuesday, Aug. 10 because employees tested positive for COVID-19.
Deerfield Native Eric Porter Looking To Make Waves With New Chicago-Based Sneaker Brand StriaSport
The company, which launched five months ago with its first shoe, the 107 series, was founded by Porter and several of his college teammates with the goal of providing a shoe that focused on performance.
Bullet Flies Through Man's Windshield On I-94 In Deerfield
There was a scare for a driver on the Tri-State Tollway in Deerfield late Sunday morning when a bullet came flying through his windshield.
Walgreens Taps Starbucks Exec Roz Brewer As Its New CEO, Only Black Woman Leading Fortune 500 Company
There are only a handful of other Black CEOs in the Fortune 500, including Lowe's CEO Marvin Ellison.
Teachers In Wealthier School Districts Have Big Leg Up In COVID-19 Vaccine Access
The vast majority of educators in Illinois can't get their hands on COVID-19 vaccine – but some can.
Deerfield Neighbors Pay Tribute To Victor Fajardo, Mail Carrier Who Died Of COVID-19; 'It's A Really Sobering Reminder That Nobody Is Immune To This'
Victor Fajardo was a letter carrier for more than 20 years. Neighbors in Deerfield found out he began treatment for COVID back in October, ended up on a ventilator, and recently died.
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Full reopening of Kennedy Expressway means smoother ride for drivers
The entire project is set to be completed in December of 2025, so drivers shouldn't hit the gas to hard just yet.
2 off-duty CPD officers robbed at gunpoint, source says
A police source told CBS 2 that the man stole the police stars, IDs, and FOID cards from the two off-duty women officers.
Blackhawks beat Blues 3-1 for first win streak of the season
Anthony Beauvillier, Alex Vlasic and Jason Dickinson scored, and the Chicago Blackhawks beat the St. Louis Blues 3-1 for their first back-to-back wins of the season.
LSU QB Jayden Daniels wins Heisman Trophy with prolific season
LSU quarterback Jayden Daniels has won the Heisman Trophy in a decisive victory.
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Full reopening of Kennedy Expressway means smoother ride for drivers
The entire project is set to be completed in December of 2025, so drivers shouldn't hit the gas to hard just yet.
Off-duty Chicago police officer killed in Tinley Park traffic crash
Village officials say both drivers were taken to Silver Cross Hospital where the officer was pronounced dead.
2 off-duty CPD officers robbed at gunpoint, source says
A police source told CBS 2 that the man stole the police stars, IDs, and FOID cards from the two off-duty women officers.
Blackhawks beat Blues 3-1 for first win streak of the season
Anthony Beauvillier, Alex Vlasic and Jason Dickinson scored, and the Chicago Blackhawks beat the St. Louis Blues 3-1 for their first back-to-back wins of the season.
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Two men detail their claims of abuse at a place where young children were sent for help
This is national story now percolating right here in Chicago - allegations brought forward in a federal lawsuit by children now grown.
Foxx calls findings on how many Black women were victims of crime in 2022 "jarring"
Foxx is one of a handful of local, state, and national leaders responding a CBS 2 series of reports, Investigating Injustice: Black Women At Risk.
Chicago's enters new deal with crime database from same company as ShotSpotter
As CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey reported, the way the public found out about the deal CrimeTracer was surprising.
Chicago woman says towing company demanded over $10,000 to get her car back
Elaine Kelly said when she finally got it back, her car appeared more damaged - with the inside was ransacked and some of her personal property missing.
Man called to report SUV on train tracks in Michigan, but Amtrak train hit it anyway
Amtrak said they were never notified of the SUV on the tracks before the crash last week, was despite a warning call a full 41 minutes earlier.
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Texas court temporarily halts ruling allowing woman to have emergency abortion
Kate Cox, a mother of two, said she found out last week that her unborn child suffered from what doctors say is a fatal disorder.
Chi vs. Hate ordinance would make it easier to report hate incidents, alderwoman says
Chicago Police data show there have been 254 hate crimes reported so far this year alone - compared with 204 last year, 109 in 2021, and 80 in 2020.
Ed Burke trial: Jury hears recordings of Burke aide on holding up driveway permits
The permits – and how the city's longest-serving alderman is accused of holding them up for a would-be client – are central to the federal extortion case against Burke.
Chicago migrant crisis: Records shed light on contract for tents, city cracks down on buses
The Mayor's office told us they are in talks with the owner on a lot in Brighton Park where a tent base camp was called off by Gov. JB Pritzker.
Trump gag order in 2020 election case largely upheld by appeals court
A federal appeals court heard arguments in November over the gag order limiting what Trump can say about the 2020 election-related case filed against him in Washington, D.C.
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Privacy concerns at Chicago parking garage prompt proposed law change
Not only did CBS 2 hear from more upset customers, but also from Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias.
St. Charles residents flee senior community after 300% increase in costs
Over the last several weeks, the Saint Charles senior living community has become a bit of a ghost town.
Rivers Casino Des Plaines warns of data breach affecting customer, staffer information
Casino officials said on Thursday, Nov. 2, they determined hackers got into their system and stole personal information about Rivers Casino staffers, customers, and online sports book customers.
Illinois congressman steps in after feds fail to reimburse COVID-19 testing labs
We previously told you about small business owner Janine Morabito's struggle after getting stiffed by Uncle Sam. There are several others in the same boat.
Consumer watchdog lists '10 Worst Toys' for 2023, highlights child safety concerns
W.A.T.C.H. – World Against Toys Causing Harm – issued a list Wednesday of toys they said are hazardous and should not be in children's hands.
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FDA approves gene-editing treatment for sickle cell disease
Sickle cell disease affects approximately 100,000 people in the U.S., predominantly people of color.
An end to breast cancer? California company develops groundbreaking vaccine with promising future
An estimated one in eight women will develop breast cancer in their lifetime, killing on average 42,000 a year in the U.S. But what if a vaccine could significantly lower each woman's chance of ever getting it in the first place?
Two babies infected with rare bacteria linked to baby formula recalls last year
Federal health officials confirmed Thursday that two cases of invasive infections caused by cronobacter sakazakii have been reported in 2023.
Panera's caffeine-fueled lemonade cited in second death, suit says
Casual dining chain faces another wrongful death suit related to its Charged Lemonade after cardiac arrest of Florida man.
Slow COVID-19 booster rollout cost thousands of lives, new study says
Researchers estimated that through June 2022, if the U.S. moved at a faster pace to approve it and get people boosted, an estimated 29,000 lives could have been saved.
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Customers line up for hours at drive-thru for new McDonald's concept, CosMc's
CBS 2's Jermont Terry took a trip out to Bolingbrook, off Weber Road, to see if it lived up to the hype.
Crowds, record day of revenue point to comeback on Chicago's Magnificent Mile
According to The Magnificent Mile Association, a record $31.7 million in revenue was set in November on a single day.
Who is moving into those vacant Bed, Bath & Beyond stores?
Who will be moving into closed Bed, Bath & Beyond stores nationwide and in the Chicago area? Court documents provide some clues.
South Shore yoga studio strives for inclusive, calm vibe
It's Small Business Saturday 2023, a big day to highlight the success of entrepreneurs who started small and are working hard to make it big.
Shoppers turn out in Ravenswood for Small Business Saturday
Three of the trolleys were running on Small Business Saturday, making eight stops in Ravenswood so people could visit their favorite shops.
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Blackhawks beat Blues 3-1 for first win streak of the season
Anthony Beauvillier, Alex Vlasic and Jason Dickinson scored, and the Chicago Blackhawks beat the St. Louis Blues 3-1 for their first back-to-back wins of the season.
LSU QB Jayden Daniels wins Heisman Trophy with prolific season
LSU quarterback Jayden Daniels has won the Heisman Trophy in a decisive victory.
Alston scores 25, Loyola Chicago wins 115-64 against Goshen
Philip Alston had 25 points in Loyola Chicago's 115-64 win over Goshen.
DePaul beats Louisville ending Blue Demons' 5-game skid
Jeremiah Oden scored 22 points and Chico Carter Jr. scored 14 points and DePaul ended its five-game losing streak by beating Louisville 75-68.
No. 17 Tennessee rallies to beat No. 20 Illinois 86-79
Dalton Knecht scored 21 points to help No. 17 Tennessee rally from a second-half deficit to beat No. 20 Illinois, 86-79, in front of a raucous crowd of more than 20,000 Volunteer fans.
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Bono impersonator has fans fooled at Old Town bar
Some U2 fans spent the evening thinking they were hanging out with Bono in the flesh and blood – and singing Christmas carols with him.
Ryan O'Neal, star of "Love Story," is dead at 82
Ryan O'Neal, the Oscar-nominated star of films including "Love Story" and "Paper Moon," has died at 82.
CBS presents 'Grammy® Salute to 50 Years of Hip Hop'
A star-studded lineup of hip hop legends and GRAMMY-winning artists will grace the stage at this special tribute concert, airing Sunday, Dec. 10 (8:30-10:30 PM, ET/8:00-10:00 PM, PT) on the CBS Television Network, and streaming on Paramount+.
Def Leppard, Journey to play Wrigley Field next summer
The Steve Miller Band will also be joining them.
Fans fall in love with Mona, little puppet from Nanalan' on Tiktok
Whose that wonderful girl? Could she be any cuter? Mona, the small green puppet who is the star of Nanalan', an old Canadian TV show, gains new fans on Tiktok.
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Javier Milei sworn in as Argentina's president
Former Argentinian TV personality Javier Milei was sworn in as Argentina's new president Sunday. He has promised to eliminate government agencies, favors outlawing abortion, and is a self-described anarcho-capitalist. He also calls global warming a "socialist lie."
Penn President Liz Magill, Board chair Scott Bok resign after controversial congressional hearing on
Liz Magill and Scott Bok, two top leaders at the University of Pennsylvania, resigned Saturday after days of criticism and pressure from donors, alumni and Jewish community members following Magill's comments in a Congressional hearing on campus antisemitism.
Pro-Palestinian protest causes major traffic backup in Chicago
Hundreds of cars with Palestinian flags blocked the inbound lanes of the Kennedy Expressway on Saturday.
Full reopening of Kennedy Expressway means smoother ride for Chicago drivers
The construction nightmare on Interstate 90/94 is somewhat over, for now. On Sunday morning, the inbound lanes of the Kennedy and Edens Expressways, including lanes and ramps, will fully reopen.
2 off-duty Chicago police officers robbed at gunpoint, source says
Two off-duty Chicago police officers were robbed in the South Loop around 11 p.m. on Friday. Police said three women were robbed by a man with a gun on 23rd Street near Wabash.
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2 off-duty CPD officers robbed at gunpoint, source says
A police source told CBS 2 that the man stole the police stars, IDs, and FOID cards from the two off-duty women officers.
Scott Eby, who admitted to rape and murder of 3-year-old Riley Fox, dies in prison
On June 6, 2004, Riley vanished from her Wilmington, Illinois home – and her body was later found in Forked Creek four miles away.
Ed Burke trial: Jury hears recordings of Burke aide on holding up driveway permits
The permits – and how the city's longest-serving alderman is accused of holding them up for a would-be client – are central to the federal extortion case against Burke.
Suspect in multiple bank robberies strikes again on Michigan Avenue
With the holiday shopping bringing out the big crowds, authorities say it is critical to catch the man before he hits again.
55 years in prison for Algonquin woman who admitted to killing boyfriend's parents
Arin Fox, 42, reached the plea agreement back in October.
