Dick Butkus Honored With 12-Foot-Tall Statue At University Of Illinois
One of the greatest college football players in history will forever be remembered on the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus.
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NFL, Bears Announce More Details On Draft Festivities
Dick Butkus and Mike Ditka will be at a draft party at Soldier Field on April 28.
Brian Urlacher, Dick Butkus Scheduled To Attend Bears' Draft Party
Urlacher appears to be on much better terms with the Bears.
Wisch: It's Time The Illini Erect Statues Honoring Butkus, Halas
It's time to honor the past and further connect Chicago to Champaign.
TTYM: Dick Butkus Rocks Canadian Tuxedo and Drake Gets His Groom On
In this week's That Thing You Missed watch a young Cubs fan get a dose of reality, a 5-year old who can kick your butt, Drake get his grooming on and Dick Butkus sing at Wrigley Field.
Emma: Lasting Memories Make Wrigley Field Remarkable
Bundled up in Wrigley Field's upper deck on a cold April day, a nine-year-old girl jumped from her seat and yelled to her father.
Levine: Was A Football Performance The Greatest In Wrigley History?
Gale Sayers had a historic six-touchdown day on Dec. 12, 1965.
New Bears DE Houston Plans To Bring 'Dick Butkus' Attitude To Chicago
Houston wants to play "nasty, in-your-face football."
Lindholm: Is Defense Dead In The NFL?
It's a new day in the NFL, one that seriously brings into question the importance of defense.
Butkus Predicts Bears Will Win '11 Or 12' Games In 2013
ith a brand new coaching staff and brand new offensive scheme, it's difficult to predict exactly how the Bears will fare in 2013.
Photo: Dick Butkus During 1964 NFL Draft
Check out this picture of Dick Butkus as he reacts to being drafted by the Bears with the third pick in the 1964 NFL Draft.
Butkus: Bears-Packer Rivalry Has Captured The Country
The Bears-Packers rivalry is the oldest one in the NFL and Hall of Famer Dick Butkus remembers just how that rivalry was during his career.
Bernstein: Today, We Are All Meatballs
Resistance is futile. As the clock ticked down to the Bears' victory over Seattle and the NFC Championship date with the Packers became reality, I committed to growing a Ditka mustache by morning.
Urlacher Helping Bears With Playoff Push
Remember all the worries about Urlacher's health during training camp? Just two weeks ago he broke Mike Singletary's career franchise record for tackles. Brian Urlacher is healthy and helping the Bears make their push for the playoffs. LISTEN: TOM THAYER AND JOSH LISS
Where Do Payton, Butkus And Sayers Rank?
Walter Payton and Dick Butkus are two of the greatest Bears players of all time. But where do they rank in the recent list of top 100 players in NFL history?
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Police investigating 6-year-old pushed from 3-story window in North Lawndale
According to police, the boy was allegedly pushed by a family member.
Nearly 1.6 million travelers expected at Chicago airports for busiest travel weekend since pandemic
July 4th weekend is expected to be the busiest travel weekend since the start of the pandemic.
Attempted robbery leads to shootout in Garfield Park
The victim is a concealed carry holder and pulled out his gun.
Supreme Court limits EPA's authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions
The case stems from the EPA's Clean Power Plan, finalized in 2015, which implemented an Obama directive to address climate change by regulating power plant emissions.
Biden says he'd support eliminating filibuster to codify Roe
The president blasted the Supreme Court's decision as "outrageous" and "destabilizing."
Fourth child dies after Sunday's basement fire in Humboldt Park
Three other boys, ages 5, 6, and 11, had also died following the fire.
O'Hare, Midway airports anticipate busy 4th of July travel; first time since start of pandemic
O'Hare and Midway airports are preparing for a busy 4th of July travel this weekend.
Munster police officer injured in crash with off-duty cop, while trying to stop speeder
Indiana State Police said the crash happened shortly before 9 p.m. at the intersection of Ridge Road and Beech Avenue.
Man, woman charged in robberies at CTA Red Line Belmont Avenue station
The offenders robbed and battered two men at the CTA Red Line Belmont Avenue station.
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Police investigating 6-year-old pushed from 3-story window in North Lawndale
According to police, the boy was allegedly pushed by a family member.
Nearly 1.6 million travelers expected at Chicago airports for busiest travel weekend since pandemic
July 4th weekend is expected to be the busiest travel weekend since the start of the pandemic.
Attempted robbery leads to shootout in Garfield Park
The victim is a concealed carry holder and pulled out his gun.
Supreme Court limits EPA's authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions
The case stems from the EPA's Clean Power Plan, finalized in 2015, which implemented an Obama directive to address climate change by regulating power plant emissions.
Biden says he'd support eliminating filibuster to codify Roe
The president blasted the Supreme Court's decision as "outrageous" and "destabilizing."
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Five years after her brother's murder, one Chicago woman learns justice will never come
Chicago Police have low arrest rates, but higher rates for cleared or closed cases. We dig into what's behind those numbers.
Dixmoor Treasurer Anthony McCaskill arrested after fireworks complaint in Harvey
A fireworks show in south suburban Harvey didn't go as planned – it ended with the Dixmoor village treasurer getting thrown in jail.
Woman without one document for foreign citizenship application, broken forklift blamed
Cutting through bureaucratic red tape can be frustrating – but red tape is not the reason for one west suburban woman's frustration.
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.
Aldermen defy Lightfoot, advance plan to raise threshold for speed camera tickets back to 10 mph
"We've been trying to right the wrong on this corrupt red light camera/speed light camera system," said Ald. Anthony Beale (9th).
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Supreme Court limits EPA's authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions
The ruling delivers a significant blow to the Biden administration's efforts to fight climate change.
Supreme Court says Biden can end "Remain in Mexico" rule for asylum-seekers
In a 5-4 opinion written by Chief Justice John Roberts, the high court rejected arguments by Republican-led states seeking to force officials to keep the policy.
Biden says he'd support eliminating filibuster to codify Roe
The president blasted the Supreme Court's decision as "outrageous" and "destabilizing."
Residents vote to recall Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard, but legal action is keeping her in office now
"What you have here is absolutely a legal rollercoaster," said CBS 2 Legal Analyst Irv Miller.
Pritzker, Bailey discuss businesses, Trump's involvement, comments made about Chicago
Darren Bailey faces incumbent JB Pritzker in November.
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After losing rental income, Chicago man gets stuck with long wait from state assistance program
Rental income was part of a Chicago man's retirement plan, but that hit a snag when his renters lost their jobs during the pandemic.
Kroger, Walgreens recall pain medications over faulty child-proofing
There's nothing wrong with the medication, but the bottles don't meet standards for child resistance.
Woman loses $17,000 in gift card scam perpetrated by Microsoft security impostor
Woodfield Mall in Schaumburg was the site of a post-Christmas shopping spree that Cynthia DeSimone still regrets months later – and it wasn't her idea at all.
Getting Hosed: D.C. has an app to warn customers of high water usage; could Chicago use the same?
What if there were a way to get warnings about high water usage before the bill arrived in the mail?
Getting Hosed: Chicago landlord receives water bill for $10,000, with no warning
How does a City of Chicago water bill for $70 turn into a $10,000 tab from one bill to the next?
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Planned Parenthood of Illinois prepares for huge spike in demand for abortion services
Every state that borders Illinois has or could soon have restrictions on abortion in the wake of the striking down of Roe v. Wade.
Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade
The Supreme Court Friday overturned the landmark 1973 Roe v. Wade ruling, which guaranteed a woman's right to abortion. The ruling sends the issue back to the states. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford reports.
Wisconsin doctors halt abortions after Roe v. Wade overturned
Wisconsin has an 1849 law that bans abortion, except to save the life of the mother, but whether that law is enforceable is expected to be challenged in court.
COVID-19 vaccines to be available for younger children soon, but many parents still hesitant
A Kaiser poll taken earlier this spring found fewer than one in five parents would get their children under 5 vaccinated right away.
CDC and FDA clear the way for COVID vaccines for kids under 5
Panels of outside vaccine advisers to the CDC and FDA both voted unanimously this week to back the shots from Moderna as well as Pfizer and BioNTech.
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Billionaire Ken Griffin moving Chicago-based hedge fund Citadel to Miami
In a note to employees at Citadel, Griffin announced he already has moved his family to Miami, and will soon be bringing the company with him, though some Citadel employees will remain in Chicago.
Chicago company using fungi from Yellowstone to grow vegan protein products
The edible fungi was discovered as part of a NASA-funded research mission about life in extreme environments.
Black-owned and operated craft coffee shop works to expand, and to inspire entrepreneurs
The coffee shop wants to support Black, Latinx, and women entrepreneurs get their own start.
Kellogg to split into three companies, with snack division headquarters in Chicago
The snack company – which accounts for 80% of Kellogg's current sales – will have dual campuses in Battle Creek and Chicago, with its headquarters in Chicago.
Chicago-based Mondelez buys Clif Bar & Co. for $3 billion
The company will get the Clif, LUNA and Clif Kids brands of bars.
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Ohtani Ks 11, extends scoreless streak in 4-1 win over White Sox
Michael Kopech (2-5) yielded five hits and two walks over 5 1/3 innings for the White Sox, who have lost six of eight.
Contreras homers, Morel also goes deep as Cubs beat Reds
Willson Contreras homered, Christopher Morel also went deep and nailed a runner at the plate with a terrific throw from center field, and the Chicago Cubs beat the Cincinnati Reds on Wednesday night.
Navarro scores, Slonina earns shutout as Fire beat Philadelphia Union
Federico Navarro scored in the 68th minute and the Chicago Fire beat the Philadelphia Union on Wednesday night.
Blackhawks introduce Luke Richardson as 40th head coach
The Blackhawks have found a new leader on the ice, and they hope he will lead them to their next Stanley Cup.
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.
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Chicago July 4 Fireworks 2022: Where and when to watch shows around the area
Celebrate the Fourth of July with these fireworks shows around the Chicagoland area.
Rhapsody Theater celebrates grand opening in historic Rogers Park space
The official debut of the 200-seat space Tuesday evening featured magician Carisa Hendrix – better known by her stage name, Miss Lucy Darling.
Volunteer men's chorus The Jolly Boys celebrate 75 years performing
For the last three quarters of a century, the Jolly Boys have shared their song throughout Chicagoland.
Chicago's Jennifer Hudson is now part of exclusive EGOT club with Tony win for 'A Strange Loop'
Hudson produced the new musical "A Strange Loop" which won for Best Musical Sunday night.
Jury awards millions to Johnny Depp, less to Amber Heard in libel suits
The judge said state law caps punitive damages at $350,000, meaning Depp's award would total $10.35 million.
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Chicago airports expect more July 4 travelers this year
A total of 1.6 million passengers are expected to pass through both airports.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Warm temperatures expected to cool off before weekend
CBS 2 Meteorologist Robb Ellis has the latest forecast.
Leave the fireworks to the professionals this Fourth of July holiday
Fire safety leaders are encouraging residents to skip handling fireworks this Fourth of July and enjoy a show from professionals. Officials spoke Thursday and demonstrated the potential dangers of fireworks before the holiday weekend.
'My Painted Lyre' artwork on display in Chicago's Greektown
On Thursday, there's little more fun and a little more life is coming to Greektown, thanks to a new outdoor exhibit. It's called "My Painted Lyre" and will celebrate music in the neighborhood.
Illinois suspending grocery tax, delaying gas tax hike
Some financial relief is on the way for Illinois residents, at least when it comes to taxes. Starting Friday, the state is suspending the 1% tax on groceries, and other temporary tax relief measures also are going into effect.
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