Retired CBS 2 anchor, political reporter Derrick Blakley honored with Silver Circle Award
"When Derrick Blakley was there, you knew the adult was in the room," former co-anchor Mary Ann Childers said.
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Former CBS 2 anchor, reporter Derrick Blakley receives Silver Circle Award
Two CBS 2 legends received a special honor Friday night.
Best Of Luck To Derrick Blakley
"I've been really fortunate to receive the support here and the reception I've had, most importantly, from the viewers of Chicago, who have been absolutely wonderful to me for a very, very long time. I hope I have kept their trust and I am grateful to have enjoyed their support."
Inmates Look Forward To Voting From Jail
The next step comes in November 2020. That's when the jail will have an actual, on site voting booth on Election Day. And that will allow the jail to provide same-day voter registration, as well.
Trendy Chicago Restaurant Is Praised And Put Down After Trump's Son Is Spat Upon
The Aviary is being praised by Trump opponents for being part of the resistance. At the same time, it's being vilified by Trump supporters for undue disrespect to the first family,
Chicago Immigrant Fears Future Raids: 'I'm At Risk To Get Deportation'
"I have a work permit and I have to renew every year, but they can deny any year that they want to. Like they can say, we're not gonna renew your work permit any more. So I'm a risk for deportation."
CPD's Riccio Has Lightfoot's Ire For Going On Summer Vacation
Police confirmed that Anthony Riccio, CPD's First Deputy Superintendent, took a family holiday earlier this month, just after the Memorial Day weekend that resulted in 43 shootings and seven murders.
City Audit: Workers' Comp Program Had 'No Formalized Governance Or Oversight Structure
"Just as March 31 of this year, the program had approximately 1,300 open claims, many of which dated back several decades. Which means we were paying people, taxpayer dollars, without resolving their claims."
Mayor Lighfoot Introduces Ethics Reforms, Spars With Police Union Executive At City Council Meeting
In her first city council meeting, Mayor Lori Lightfoot took on indicted Ald. Ed Burke. Wednesday she tangled with an executive of the Fraternal Order of Police.
Judicial Appointee 'A Slap In The Face' To Represent The West Side
"We don't know who she is, never seen her at any events on the West Side of Chicago and for her to be representing us a judicial appointment is a slap in the face to residents of the West Side."
From Car Parts To Clothing: How Proposed Tariffs Could Affect Consumers
President Trump is threatening to impose a 5% tariff, or tax, on all Mexican imports starting Monday, unless Mexico does more to stop Central American migrants from reaching the U.S. Border. But last minute talks continue.
Pritzker Makes Good On Getting A Graduated Income Tax On The 2020 Ballot
A media war on the issue is expected to cost hundreds of millions in TV and direct mail, because the stakes are so high. To scrap the flat tax, 60% of Illinois voters, not just a simple majority, must approve the change.
Mass Transit Will Ride With More Money For Extra Rail Cars, Maintenence
"This is a substantial package and this will address a substantial portion of the maintenance needs that we have in this region."
Lightfoot To Burke: Get Out Now
Lightfoot said what makes this indictment extraordinary is the number of instances in which Burke is allegedly using his position to line his pockets.
Ald. Burke Indicted On Charges Of Racketeering, Extortion
The indictment also details a rather petty form of extortion by Burke. He allegedly threatened to oppose an admission fee hike for a Chicago museum, unless that museum hired the child of a personal friend for an internship.
A New Day At City Hall As Lightfoot Rebukes Burke
With the bang of the gavel, Mayor Lightfoot took control of her first City Council meeting. But it was a verbal confrontation with Ald. Bruke that really showed who's boss.
Father Pfleger Hopes 'We Report Violence' Signs Can Combat The Problem
"They don't just have to look for a police car. They can look for a neighbor."
Alderman On Lightfoot Rebuke: 'She Painted Us All In A Very Broad Stroke'
"Turning and giving us all the evil eye, mean mugging us to try to make it feel like she's trying to intimidate us, was completely uncalled for."
Karen Freeman-Wilson Unseated In Gary Mayoral Race
When she was elected Gary's mayor in 2011, Karen Freeman-Wilson seemed to embody new hope. But among voters, that hope turned to frustration.
Report On DCFS: Overburdened Case Workers, Unresponsive Hotline
The report covers the years 2015 through 2017 and points to an agency understaffed and overwhelmed.
Emanuel On His Time As Mayor: 'We Got Our Game Back'
"I am at fault for being impatient. I take it. I'm happy about that because sometimes a political system with a lot of fixed interests needs a little impatience in it."
Violence Prevention Plans From Chicago's Mayor-Elect, Police Superintendent
Chicago Police Superintendent Eddie Johnson said he's creating a new summer CTA unit, increasing bike patrols in entertainment districts, and a summer mobile patrol; all steps to reduce violence and maintain order.
Acting DCFS Chief On A.J.'s Death: 'Your Sense Of Outrage I Share 100%'
DCFS has placed A.J.'s case worker and supervisor on administrative duties, removed from child care decisions, while an investigation continues.
Pritzker On DCFS, Its Role In A.J.'s Death: 'We're Looking Into It'
"This child was killed by his parents. There aren't words to describe how I feel."
Pritzker On Possible Federal Investigation: 'No Concerns At All'
Pritzker is back talking toilets again, after a public radio report that the feds are probing how he tore the toilets out of a Gold Coast mansion to gain a gold-plated tax break.
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Contreras homers, Morel also goes deep as Cubs beat Reds
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Woman without one document for foreign citizenship application, broken forklift blamed
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Bid to raise threshold for speed camera tickets stalls; Lightfoot allies delay final vote
Ald. Anthony Beale has been trying for more than a year to raise the threshold for speed camera tickets from 6 mph over the limit back to the original to 10 mph.
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Residents vote to recall Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard, but legal action is keeping her in office now
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Honoring two allies whose contributions were crucial in Chicago's LGBTQ+ rights movement
As Pride Month wraps up, we're giving a special tip of a hat to the allies – whether it's the mom who warmly embraces her newly-out child, or in this case, two notable Chicagoans.
Former aide on Jan. 6 warnings, pardon requests, and Trump trying to grab the wheel
Cassidy Hutchinson, an aide to former chief of staff Mark Meadows, testified that Trump said about the crowd at the Ellipse "something to the effect of, 'I don't effing care that they have weapons.'"
Illinois primary election results: Darren Bailey wins bid to face Gov. Pritzker in November
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Woman loses $17,000 in gift card scam perpetrated by Microsoft security impostor
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Getting Hosed: Chicago landlord receives water bill for $10,000, with no warning
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Chicago company using fungi from Yellowstone to grow vegan protein products
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Navarro scores, Slonina earns shutout as Fire beat Philadelphia Union
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Blackhawks introduce Luke Richardson as 40th head coach
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Parker's 25 points, 11 rebounds lead Sky past Connecticut Sun
Candace Parker had a season-high 25 points, 11 rebounds and seven assists, Kahleah Copper scored 15 points and Chicago beat the Connecticut Sun on Wednesday for the Sky's fourth straight victory.
Luis Robert leads 17-hit White Sox attack in 11-4 win over Angels
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Volunteer men's chorus The Jolly Boys celebrate 75 years performing
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Dolton votes to recall Mayor Tiffany Henyard, but she's staying put for now
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