Greenstone Church in Pullman raises $26,000 to cover gas bill it couldn't afford
The work isn't done after they pay off their gas bill. The church plans to use the extra funds to repair its heating system to prevent any further complications.
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The work isn't done after they pay off their gas bill. The church plans to use the extra funds to repair its heating system to prevent any further complications.
A building built in 1882 with a rare 19th-century Steere and Turner organ and many original stained-glass windows is now hoping for a revival.
As fire victims discover how much they've lost, neighbors and organizations are stepping up to help them.
Nonprofit groups are working to distribute essential supplies to those impacted by the fires across the Los Angeles area.
Light the Line was formed by Elizabeth French, the mother of fallen Chicago police officer Ella French, and Carlos Yanez Jr., her police partner who was also seriously wounded.
One Chicago organization Is on a mission to outfit the city's new migrants in warm winter clothes. They made the first of many drop-offs today in Pilsen with CBS 2's Sara Machi.
"I really don't like to see no child left behind and that's with anything."
Christmas came early for residents of a Cicero apartment complex that went up in flames last week. The fire displaced more than two dozen people, but on Friday, they all received needed items in hopes of moving forward.
Christmas came early for residents of a Cicero apartment complex that went up in flames last Friday. They received donations to help them recover.
Many pantries are struggling to keep up with demand and stock some of the most commonly donated items.
A Chicago Bears player lent a helping hand to the Chicago Food Depository and other can help too, by purchasing soup. Linebacker Tremaine Edmunds packed boxes full of food on Tuesday.
One local organization is making sure everyone has the chance to look good and feel good. "Dress for Success" provides women with lower incomes with free professional attire with the goal of securing employment.
"This significant gift will support the construction of Tropical Forests, featuring state-of-the-art outdoor and indoor environments for our great apes, as well as a series of exciting new animal habitats."
"There's been times that it's been real close. One of which, I think you're all aware of, was covered by CBS 2 News."
Here are some organizations accepting donations to assist victims of the disastrous wildfires on the Hawaiian island of Maui.
Amalia Gonzalez is going to drop off additional supplies in person in August, so it's not too late to donate.
Amalia Gonzalez started collecting backpacks and school supplies to donate to kids in Mexico back in 2019.
Amalia Gonzalez started collecting backpacks and school supplies to donate to kids in Mexico back in 2019.
"We are addressing the needs of folks that are officially classed by the U.S. government as asylum seekers."
For the past few weeks, they've been collecting donations. On Wednesday, parishioners formed a caravan to make a big delivery. CBS 2's Noel Brennan has the story from Chicago's West Side.
Many of the migrants who recently arrived in Chicago are in need of basic supplies. CBS 2's Andrew Ramos found out there's a right and wrong way to drop off your donations.
The goal of a store in Rogers Park remains the same: serving the refugee community. CBS 2's Noel Brennan shows us inside the store giving back by giving away.
Big Brothers Big Sisters said it'll will help more kids have a positive, caring mentor.
Chicago police said officers responded to a call of a person shot. Upon arrival, they found a 39-year-old man with multiple gunshot wounds to his body.
A number of Augustinians traveled to Rome to celebrate a man they knew personally from his time in Chicago.
On Saturday morning, the West Side sounded like New Orleans, with music from a brass band accompanying a message.
New Live Covenant Church Southeast has been hosting "Prayer on the 9" for the past 15 years, but this year was special.
Angel Reese had 12 points and 17 rebounds for the Sky, who lost three of four last season to Indiana.
The Supreme Court on Friday said it will continue to block the Trump administration from deporting Venezuelan men detained in northern Texas.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker even singled out Mike Baker of Schaumburg for his efforts.
The FBI accused Hannah Dugan of allegedly helping a man evade immigration authorities during a federal law enforcement operation at her courthouse.
Currently, Mayor Johnson has strong crime numbers to boast about — a 24% drop in homicides since taking office. But his poll numbers are currently terrible.
A Republican-backed House bill includes a range new tax breaks, including a $4,000 deduction for seniors. Here's what to know.
Sara Hovey and her husband were paying for a mortgage, rent and a litigation attorney, who apparently told her she should have been protected.
Thomas McPeek placed stacks and stacks of bets last year — complicated wagers on football called parlays, where several events all have to happen for the gambler to win.
Back in February, Heather Radin had planned to give only $10 to someone she thought was really in need. She is out $5,000.
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.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker even singled out Mike Baker of Schaumburg for his efforts.
Salud was the only group in Chicago to receive grant money, and the group held an event full of art, music, and conversations about mental health Thursday night.
Northwestern has unveiled a new biomedical device to help new parents track breastfeeding and ensure their baby is getting enough to eat.
Ticks can be dangerous, and there are reports that this is shaping up to be an especially bad year for the parasitic arachnids.
Cornelia Tischmacher's lungs were failing because of advanced cancer. Everything changed with a double lung transplant.
The restaurant was recommended to Jay-Z by word of mouth. He specifically asked for short ribs and pound cake.
The new Foxtrot location will open Thursday at 935 W. Webster Ave. — at the southwest corner of the intersection with Bissell Street.
In their college entrepreneurship class, seniors Lexi Kuzak and Neve Pomis and junior Molly Beyna invented a product that solves a common problem.
No Illinois industry does more business with China than the agricultural sector.
Wade-Smith said keeping kids engaged is what keeps them safe.
The restaurant was recommended to Jay-Z by word of mouth. He specifically asked for short ribs and pound cake.
The show was supposed to start at 7 p.m.
The recent surprise visit from the Chicago Sinfonietta was inspired by the recent naming of the Shedd's new beluga calf, Opus.
The growth and evolution of downtown Aurora is in large part anchored by performing arts entertainment venues, the City of Aurora noted.
Jury selection in Sean "Diddy" Combs' sex trafficking and racketeering trial started Monday in New York City.
From the 2025 Teacher of Excellence Award winner, Jasmyne Portee-Haywood, to a colorful double rainbow following last week’s storms, here’s what caught Suzanne Le Mignot and Mary Kay Kleist’s eye this week.
This workweek is set up by a raw, wet pattern. The best rain timeframe is Monday night through Tuesday and into Wednesday.
The victim was unable to provide any details about the shooting, but preliminary investigation indicated that someone inside a vehicle shot him.
Meteorologist Kylee Miller has the latest First Alert Weather forecast.
Severe weather, including deadly tornadoes, have killed at least 26 people across the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions.
A number of Augustinians traveled to Rome to celebrate a man they knew personally from his time in Chicago.
A 26-year-old woman stabbed the boy in the abdomen. He was hospitalized in fair condition.
Chicago police said officers responded to a call of a person shot. Upon arrival, they found a 39-year-old man with multiple gunshot wounds to his body.
The storms were part of a weather system Friday that touched down in Missouri and Wisconsin and left several hundred thousand customers without power in the Great Lakes region.
On Saturday morning, the West Side sounded like New Orleans, with music from a brass band accompanying a message.
A new playground in Chicago's West Pullman neighborhood can capture more than 300,000 gallons of water — which won't flood homes or streets in the community.
The retailer claims he is a victim of SNAP fraud after a rash of bad reviews from theft victims.
The task force addressed its progress for the first time this week, nearly a year after the formation of the unit was first announced.
The lawsuit accuses Chicago Police of using excessive force on children.
The botched raid on the innocent Mendez family in November 2017 sparked CBS News Chicago's yearslong investigation into Chicago Police officers raiding the wrong homes.
Angel Reese had 12 points and 17 rebounds for the Sky, who lost three of four last season to Indiana.
The all-time series between the crosstown rivals is tied at 74 wins apiece.
The Cubs earned their sixth consecutive win against the White Sox, matching a franchise record for the series.
The Bears have been talking about a move from their home of more than 50 years at Soldier Field since 2021.
The Chicago Cubs and the Chicago White Sox will face off Friday afternoon at Wrigley Field in the first game of the Crosstown Classic this weekend.
A 26-year-old woman stabbed the boy in the abdomen. He was hospitalized in fair condition.
The ages of the victims range from 15 to 35.
Police said the victims were standing outside the gas station in the 600 block of South Homan Avenue shortly after 9 p.m., when an SUV pulled up and someone inside started shooting.
Police said the shooting happened around 7:30 p.m. as three teens were near the sidewalk in the 9000 block of South Exchange Avenue.
Police and an ambulance were seen at the corner of Waveland and Sheffield avenues right outside Murphy's Bleachers.
