Bolingbrook Mayor May Pay Political Price For Supporting Trump
Roger Claar is facing his strongest challenge in years in this mayoral race, which is triggered by his support for President Donald Trump.
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Roger Claar is facing his strongest challenge in years in this mayoral race, which is triggered by his support for President Donald Trump.
White House press secretary Sean Spicer said Friday that Chicago can't expect to continue receiving funding from the Justice Department to fight crime if it maintains its status as a so-called "sanctuary city" that shields some undocumented immigrants from deportation attempts.
U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions on Monday said the Trump administration would block so-called "sanctuary cities" like Chicago from receiving Justice Department grants, and seek to "claw back" existing funds, if they do not begin helping the federal government enforce immigration laws.
Chicago Fraternal Order of Police President Dean Angelo Sr. will be meeting Trump administration officials later this week to discuss the city's problems with gun violence.
After President Donald Trump demanded a make-or-break vote on the Republican health care plan, lawmakers were expected to bring the legislation to the House floor Friday after a long night of closed-door meetings.
Senator Tammy Duckworth said as many as seven million veterans could lose tax credits under the GOP-backed plan to replace Obamacare.
The Republican health care plan might not have the support necessary to pass in the House, which was scheduled to vote on the legislation Thursday night.
Cleveland-area pastor Darrell Scott abruptly canceled a planned meeting Tuesday with "street leaders" eager to bring an end to violence in Chicago with the help of President Donald Trump.
A couple shuts down their Chicago music store, and blame people who allegedly harassed and threatened them because they back President Trump.
President Trump called the ruling an example of "unprecedented judicial overreach" and said his administration would appeal it to the U.S. Supreme Court.
Kankakee County Sheriff Mike Downey was defending his office's use of a social media meme involving President Donald Trump and former President Barack Obama, after some criticized the posts as racist.
Chicago's image is taking a beating around the world. Several Chicagoans offer a vigorous defense of the city and all the good it holds.
President Trump unveiled the Republican plan to replace Obamacare, but it immediately came under fire from both the left and the right.
It happened on the day the president signed a revised travel ban against some Muslim-majority countries. CBS 2's Dana Kozlov reports.
The west suburban Republican -- under fire for not meeting with constituents in town hall-style settings -- did not entertain questions from constituents or reporters outside the City Club. CBS 2 Political Reporter Derrick Blakley has more.
President Donald Trump's revised travel ban drew a swift rebuke from opponents of the original ban, who said the new executive order is "nothing more than a wolf in sheep's clothing," which still unfairly targets Muslim immigrants.
Members of the Illinois Congressional Delegation weigh in on Trump's tweets accusing Obama of having Trump Tower wiretapped.
A team of lawyers was standing by at O'Hare International Airport on Monday, waiting to help anyone who might be affected by a new travel ban President Donald Trump signed to replace the one blocked by the courts.
Trump took to Twitter to accuse former President Obama of wiretapping phone calls made by Trump during the campaign, but cited no source.
Hundreds of demonstrators gathered outside of Trump Tower on Friday night to show their support for transgender rights.
Rep. Mike Bost described the town halls as "out of control." He added that they were like "the cleansing that the Orientals used to do where you'd put one person out in front and 900 people yell at them."
Cardinal Blase Cupich is telling priests of the Archdiocese to not allow federal agents onto church property without a warrant.
Rush says the president has talked so much about Chicago's crime problems, he has an obligation to be part of the solution. CBS 2 Political Reporter Derrick Blakley has more.
The Republican also recounted many familiar themes: cutting taxes, building a Mexican border wall and repealing Obamacare.
Obviously, immigration reform is on the minds of the Democratic members of the Illinois congressional delegation.
The search began this week for a Chicago Public Schools student who can represent fellow students at the Chicago Board of Education.
An 18-year-old boy is in serious condition after a shooting in the South Shore neighborhood early Tuesday morning.
Tuesday marks day two of ICE agents being deployed at O'Hare Airport, along with a dozen other airports across the country.
The City Council in Aurora, Illinois, is likely to lay down the hammer on data centers.
A 60-year-old woman was stabbed during a fight inside a home in Chicago's South Shore neighborhood early Tuesday morning.
The City Council in Aurora, Illinois, is likely to lay down the hammer on data centers.
The DOJ's Recognition and Accreditation program enables non-attorneys to assist immigrants with needs including naturalization petitions and immigration court appearances.
Rahm Emanuel is proposing a far-reaching measure to crack down on betting in predictive markets in Washington as part of an effort to call attention to what he sees as a culture of corruption gripping the nation's politics.
In a 54 to 37 vote, two Democrats voted with all Republicans in attendance to advance Sen. Markwayne Mullin's nomination. A final confirmation vote is expected in the coming days.
Robert Mueller served as FBI director from 2001 to 2013 and led the investigation into allegations of Russian meddling in the 2016 presidential election.
Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias this weekend issued a warning about a surge in text messages that falsely claim to come from his office or the DMV within it.
Tenants at a South Loop luxury high-rise that has been plagued with problems like broken elevators are vowing to fight five-day eviction notices.
It's become an annual March Madness tradition at CBS Chicago, pitting our city's best eateries in direct competition in a foodie bracket challenge. We did pizza, we've done Italian beef, we've done Chicago dogs. This year, we're taking flight with wings.
For Cook County residents hoping to lower their property tax bills, applications are open for exemptions.
Officials in the north Chicago suburb of Wilmette issued a warning Tuesday about scammers who are impersonating representatives of village departments.
A new Iowa law bans local nondiscrimination protections on the basis of gender identity after the state became the first in the U.S. to roll back its civil rights code last year.
Food containing norovirus may smell and taste normal but still cause serious illness if consumed, FDA warns.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker on Monday announced a $1.5 billion investment from biotherapeutics company CSL for a new plasma therapy manufacturing plant in Kanakee.
When a doctor was told there was no cure for his daughter's condition, he was motivated to transform not only her health, but the lives of thousands of others.
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital announced this week that it is planning to open a new pediatric hospital in the west Chicago suburb of Downers Grove.
The City Council in Aurora, Illinois, is likely to lay down the hammer on data centers.
Hundreds of workers were locked out of the BP refinery in Whiting, Indiana, on Thursday after contract negotiations failed to produce a deal ahead of a midnight deadline.
The artificial intelligence and cryptocurrency industries have suffered a setback as they try to reshape the midterm elections and establish themselves as power players in American politics.
Wednesday marked the last day to help celebrate Lou Malnati's pizzeria's 55th birthday with a special deal.
Despite a rash of restaurant closures, veterans of the plant-based food business pushed back against prophecies of doom — and in one case argued that such closures notwithstanding, plant-based eating is only growing.
Following a ribbon-cutting attended by Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson on Saturday, people were let inside the new space, at 5035 N. Broadway right off Argyle Street, for a special open house.
Chuck Norris' family said his death at 86 was sudden, but did not share any details on the cause.
ABC has canceled its already filmed season of "The Bachelorette" starring Taylor Frankie Paul after video surfaced of a 2023 incident in which she was charged with assault.
Acclaimed Chicago bar and music venue The Hideout has been sold to a performer and former employee, but the owners said it will carry on as the same beloved place that visitors have always known.
Afroman spoke to CBS News after he won the case, which tested the limits of parody and the license artists can take in social commentary directed at public figures.
Roan said the guard was not her personal security, and said she does not “hate children.”
The search began this week for a Chicago Public Schools student who can represent fellow students at the Chicago Board of Education.
An 18-year-old boy is in serious condition after a shooting in the South Shore neighborhood early Tuesday morning.
Tuesday marks day two of ICE agents being deployed at O'Hare Airport, along with a dozen other airports across the country.
Tuesday marks day two of ICE agents being deployed at O'Hare Airport, along with a dozen other airports across the country.
ICE agents were deployed at Chicago O'Hare International Airport again Tuesday, along with a dozen other airports across the country.
Serve Robotics said that while they figure out how this happened, they will cover the cost of the already-repaired glass, calling the crash landing extremely rare.
The search began this week for a Chicago Public Schools student who can represent fellow students at the Chicago Board of Education.
An 18-year-old boy is in serious condition after a shooting in the South Shore neighborhood early Tuesday morning.
The City Council in Aurora, Illinois, is likely to lay down the hammer on data centers.
United Steel Workers union representatives said that some workers had already had their access cards deactivated.
Have you ever walked into a business with no employees? You may soon; autonomous businesses are becoming more popular.
Streets were left pooled with rainwater, and homes flooded after Sunday night's storms. Residents say there is one clear solution
Attorneys for the family of a woman killed in a crash during a high-speed police chase in 2017 say officers involved failed to activate their body cameras or turned them off during the pursuit.
A new specialized unit is being created to prosecute domestic violence homicides in Cook County, as these killings surged 15% last year, even as overall violent crime declined across Chicago.
The Bulls (29-42) led by as many as 22 points after scoring a season-high 41 points in the first quarter.
Tickets to a pair of Blackhawks games in Germany next season will go on sale on Friday.
Chicago's win was the team's first of the season after losing 4-0 to Angel City FC last weekend.
Bedard scored his team-leading 29th goal, and Nick Lardis connected as the Blackhawks lost their second straight.
Chanting in celebration, Illinois fans basked in a second-round victory in the tournament over Virginia Commonwealth University.
Burglars crashed into the renowned Golden Apple Grille and Breakfast House in Chicago's Lakeview neighborhood early Monday morning, while the 24-hour restaurant was open.
A man was detained until trial Monday on charges in the death of a Chicago firefighter who died fighting a blaze in the city's Rogers Park neighborhood.
The man charged in the murder of Loyola University Chicago student Sheridan Gorman last week missed his first court appearance on Monday, because he was being treated for tuberculosis, prosecutors said.
Police in London are investigating a suspected antisemitic hate crime after vehicles belonging to a Jewish ambulance service were set on fire early Monday morning.
Chicago police on Sunday continued to question a person of interest in the shooting that killed Loyola University student Sheridan Gorman in Rogers Park.
