Team Butkus Tailgate held at Navy Pier for Bears seaon opener
It's the first of several pre-game parties hosted by Matt Butkus, son of the late Bears great Dick Butkus.
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It's the first of several pre-game parties hosted by Matt Butkus, son of the late Bears great Dick Butkus.
A look at 53 people who left a mark that helped make Chicago the vibrant, wonderful city we know and love.
A celebration of the Hall of Fame linebacker's life starts with a tailgate party at the Billy Goat Tavern at Navy Pier at 8:30 a.m.
Butkus, 80, died last week at his home in Malibu, California.
It tipped the scales at a mind-boggling 2,170 lbs.
Over the weekend, 'Butkus' took home the top prize at the U.S. National Pumpkin Weigh-Off, tipping the scales at a mind-boggling 2,170 lbs.
Butkus played for the Bears from 1965 until 1973 and was an iconic representative of the team for generations.
Dick Butkus has died at the age of 80, and is being remembered as representing the essence of what it means to be a Chicago Bear. CBS 2's Charlie De Mar reports.
Butkus played for the Bears from 1965 until 1973 and was an iconic representative of the team for generations. CBS 2's Marshall Harris reports.
Butkus posted a couple of videos, one showing a picture of himself next to his retired jersey number 51, and another in which he talked about his favorite game in which he ever played.
Butkus, now 79, played for the Bears from 1965 until 1973.
One of the greatest college football players in history will forever be remembered on the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus.
Dick Butkus and Mike Ditka will be at a draft party at Soldier Field on April 28.
Urlacher appears to be on much better terms with the Bears.
It's time to honor the past and further connect Chicago to Champaign.
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.
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.
Gale Sayers had a historic six-touchdown day on Dec. 12, 1965.
Houston wants to play "nasty, in-your-face football."
It's a new day in the NFL, one that seriously brings into question the importance of defense.
ith a brand new coaching staff and brand new offensive scheme, it's difficult to predict exactly how the Bears will fare in 2013.
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.
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.
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.
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
Illinois Secretary of State and State Librarian Alexi Giannoulias announced he has awarded more than $1.3 million to public school libraries throughout the state.
Chicago Catholics gathered at an Easter Monday Mass in Pilsen to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ and mourn the loss of the holy leader they called "Papa Francisco."
Nickolas Watts, 19, was arrested by police on Friday in the 1000 block of West Glenlake Avenue around 12:44 p.m.
Maria Gates, 22, of Chicago, was charged with two felony counts of aggravated battery with use of a deadly weapon.
The death of Pope Francis initiates a centuries-old process of rituals and traditions culminating with a conclave to choose his successor.
The messages were sent the same day Hegseth shared similar details in a separate Signal chat that inadvertently included The Atlantic's editor-in-chief.
A sea of people crowded Daley Plaza, and marched through the Loop, seeking to turn the tide of the Trump administration.
In a brief order, the court directed the Trump administration not to remove Venezuelans held in Texas' Bluebonnet Detention Center "until further order from this court."
Alexander-Basta said the combination of her immigrant experience and background in the hospitality industry make her more effective and compassionate.
Village Trustee Jason House defeated Henyard in the February primary, won the general election on April 1, and will be sworn in as the new mayor on May 5.
The iconic Chicago chain known for its hot dogs and Italian beef sandwiches launched its brand new breakfast offerings in five restaurants Tuesday morning.
The application website is expected to open this summer.
Johnsonville, LCC is recalling over 22,600 pounds of cheddar bratwurst in 10 states, including Minnesota and Wisconsin.
The law firms Romanucci and Blandin, representing the families of Antoine Lewis, 39, of Chicago, and Mark Lindquist Law, representing Darcy Belanger, 46, of Denver, Colorado, announced the settlement was reached on Sunday night.
A Mega Millions lottery ticket that contained all the winning numbers — bought along the western edge of the Chicago metro area, in DeKalb County — has made someone in Illinois $344 million richer this week.
Some states want to block SNAP recipients from using benefits to buy sugary foods as part of the "make America healthy again" movement.
The CDC is now struggling to keep up with requests for support from states with measles outbreaks.
CDC experts were not made available to discuss the findings showing a rise in autism prevalence.
Doctors and the Illinois Department of Public Health are urging people to get vaccinated.
Multiple FDA labs were cut amid Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s layoffs this week.
The owner of Timeless Toys said he was forced to buy $200,000 worth of toys due to the trade war between the world's two largest economies.
Tinaglia said he supports a new Bears stadium in Arlington Heights, but the franchise and the village need to come to an agreement on common goals.
The Supreme Court appears to be leaning toward a Catholic charitable organization pushing back against the state of Wisconsin in the latest religious rights case to come before the court.
Notably in St. Louis, hometown company Anheuser-Busch ended a 30-year partnership. Bud Light is also a top sponsor of Chicago pride events — and there may be a change there too.
Singleton will be the first to tell you her success is not a solo act.
"Grey's Anatomy" and "Euphoria" star Eric Dane said he is still able to work and will return to the HBO drama.
Jay North, who starred on TV's "Dennis the Menace" for four seasons starting in 1959, has died.
Nintendo has announced a June 5 launch date for its latest gaming console, the Switch 2.
A unique talent, Val Kilmer was praised as an acting chameleon who took on varied and challenging roles, and the results were often memorable.
Lollapalooza announced the daily lineup for the 2025 festival in Grant Park July 31 through Aug. 3. Tickets are going fast.
The shooting happened on the train near the Racine stop in the 400 block of South Racine Avenue.
According to police, Maria Gates, 22, along with another woman, attacked the pair with a sharp object.
Marissa Perlman reports live in Pilsen, where morning mass was held following the death of Pope Francis. The priest discussing the direction the church will take as it elects its next leader, especially as it comes to immigration issues in the Pilsen community.
After Pope Francis died at age 88, Chicago Archbishop Cardinal Blase Cupich shared his thoughts in this "moment of profound loss." Other Chicago officials also reacted to the news.
CBS News Reporter Vince Gerasole reports live from Todi, Italy with the latest reactions following the death of Pope Francis.
Nickolas Watts, 19, was arrested by police on Friday in the 1000 block of West Glenlake Avenue around 12:44 p.m.
Chicago Archbishop Cardinal Blase Cupich is mourning the "profound loss" of Pope Francis.
Pope Francis made it his mission to change the perception of the Catholic Church around the world.
Illinois Secretary of State and State Librarian Alexi Giannoulias announced he has awarded more than $1.3 million to public school libraries throughout the state.
Chicago Catholics gathered at an Easter Monday Mass in Pilsen to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ and mourn the loss of the holy leader they called "Papa Francisco."
With the deadline to obtain a Real ID just weeks away, the Better Business Bureau is warning about a surge in scams designed to steal your identity.
The Mendez family is suing the City of Chicago and the Chicago Police Department, accusing officers of violating their civil rights and traumatizing them and their children during the raid.
A license plate connected to a New York grandmother is linked to speeding and running red lights in Chicago. But that license plate was destroyed years ago.
The bigger picture remains how city leaders want to tackle such teen takeovers as the weather warms up heading into summer.
Robin McElroy paid her property tax bills on time for more than a decade, only to be told her home had been "sold for delinquent taxes."
In a game twice delayed by rain for a total of 98 minutes, the teams exchanged runs in the 10th.
Andrew Vaughn hit a two-run homer, pinch-hitter Edgar Quero added a go-ahead, two-run single and the Chicago White Sox snapped a six-game losing streak with an 8-4 victory over the Boston Red Sox Sunday, ending their worst road start in team history.
Triston Casas hit a bases-loaded single off the Green Monster to drive in the winning run with one out in the 10th inning on Saturday, lifting the Boston Red Sox to a 4-3 victory over the Chicago White Sox.
A day after a wild 13-11 win, Kyle Tucker tripled and drove in two runs along with Suzuki and Busch, Dansby Swanson added two hits for the NL Central leader, including a double.
Trevor Story went 3 for 4 with two homers and six RBIs and the Boston Red Sox beat the Chicago White Sox 10-3 on Friday night.
Police activity disrupted train service at the Racine Avenue stop along the Eisenhower Expressway.
The teens also punched a 25-year-old man in the face with closed fists, police said.
Officers arrived at that area and found the victim on the ground with several gunshot wounds.
The hearing could take two to three days, with more than 50 victim impact statements expected.
Statistics from Chicago Police show shootings are down, and research from Northwestern University indicates that violence interrupters are partially to credit.
