Pet Rescue Spotlight: West Suburban Humane Society
This weekend, the West Suburban Humane Society is hosting Barkapalooza, its largest fundraiser of the year.
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Pet Rescue Spotlight: West Suburban Humane Society
In this week's Pet Rescue Spotlight, we are welcoming back the West Suburban Humane Society located in Downers Grove. Executive director Carolyn Mossberger is in the studio with Miss Maisel.
Willis Johnson, Classic Cinemas founder, dies at 86
On Friday evening, the marquee on the Tivoli read, "In loving memory of Willis Johnson. Thank you for the magic of movies."
Midwestern University offering free dental exams, cleanings for kids in Downers Grove
Kids five years and younger will get free exams and cleanings, then they'll take home kits with toothbrushes, toothpaste, and floss.
Pet Rescue Spotlight: West Suburban Humane Society
The West Suburban Humane Society is a no-kill shelter in Downers Grove, which has found homes for more than 31,000 animals since its start more than 50 years ago.
Stolen car crashes into building in West Town
The car had been stolen in Downers Grove. Police said charges were pending against the driver.
Downers Grove high school track coach faces child pornography charges
The school said no students are believed to be his victims.
Metra BNSF Line disrupted after train hits pedestrian in Downers Grove
Trains were halted in the area in both directions, and all trains on the BNSF Line were expected to experience extensive delays.
Pedestrian dies after being struck by freight train in Downers Grove
A preliminary investigation says the person was seen on foot on the tracks near Main Street when they were struck by an eastbound freight train.
Police investigating after driver killed in fiery crash in Downers Grove
The vehicle caught fire and was extinguished by the Downers Grove Fire Department.
Downers Grove North Trojans a surprise contender in state basketball semifinals
The Trojans are heading to state for the first time in program history, after a convincing win over Kenwood in a 4A super-sectional at UIC Monday night.
Clemency is denied for Downers Grove teen's convicted killer
Bridget Drobney's convicted killer, Robert G. Turner, had been asking the Illinois Prisoner Review Board to let him out of prison.
Remains of missing Downers Grove woman missing since 2017 located
The family of Cheyann Klus announced on Facebook Monday that police have located her remains.
Downers Grove woman's remains found five years after she disappeared, family says
Cheyann Klus was 22 when she was last seen on Nov. 27, 2017.
Slain teen's family wants state to turn down convicted killer's bid for clemency
Robert G. Turner was convicted of killing Bridget Drobney in 1985, and is asking the Illinois Prisoner Review Board to let him out of prison.
Police officer reportedly shot in Lombard
One of two robbery suspects was also reportedly shot. Kris Habermehl reports from Chopper 2.
Family appalled by clemency hearing for man convicted of murder of 16-year-old Bridget Drobney
The Parole Board is set to hold a clemency hearing for convict Robert G. Turner in Chicago in January.
Downers Grove residents say they feel unsafe due to crime near library
Residents showed up to a library board meeting by the dozens, saying they feel unsafe coming to the library due to crime committed at and near the facility.
Tempers flare over concerns about crime at Downers Grove Library meeting
Residents showed up to a library board meeting by the dozens, saying they feel unsafe coming to the library due to crime committed at and near the facility. CBS 2's Marybel Gonzalez reports.
Chicago man sentenced to 40 years for 2019 carjacking of pregnant women in Downers Grove
A Chicago man who carjacked a pregnant woman in Downers Grove in 2019 has been sentenced to 40 years in prison, DuPage County State's Attorney Robert Berlin announced Saturday.
Families invited for fire and safety demonstrations at Downers Grove firehouse
In honor of National Fire Safety Week, there will be demonstrations of fire rescues and fire safety practices.
Tyson Foods to move corporate offices in Chicago and Downers Grove to Arkansas
The consolidation of corporate offices is intended to allow for closer collaboration and no layoffs will accompany the shift, the company said.
Tempers flare at Downers Grove Library Board meeting about canceled drag bingo event for teens
As emotions ran high, some people did not adhere to time limits to speak their mind – leading to the pounding of a gavel.
Tempers flare at Downers Grove Library Board meeting about canceled drag bingo event
There was a packed house as angry parents and residents sounded off about the event at a packed Downers Grove Public Library Board meeting Wednesday night. CBS 2's Jermont Terry reports.
Metra train hits, kills pedestrian in Downers Grove
Just before 7 p.m., a track was reopened so trains could move. But extensive delays persisted.
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Police search for car that hit, injured teen on Southwest Side
Chicago police released two images of the white Dodge Challenger that show it has a black hood.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Passing showers the next 2 days
Scattered storms are likely Tuesday, with leftover showers on Wednesday, according to CBS 2 Meteorologist Mary Kay Kleist.
Baby ejected from SUV in Northwest Indiana in violent crash
The crash happened Saturday night near Route 30 and Burr Street.
U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin to join UAW on picket line in Bolingbrook
More than 18,000 auto workers are now on strike at Ford, GM, and Stellantis.
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Police search for car that hit, injured teen on Southwest Side
Chicago police released two images of the white Dodge Challenger that show it has a black hood.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Passing showers the next 2 days
Scattered storms are likely Tuesday, with leftover showers on Wednesday, according to CBS 2 Meteorologist Mary Kay Kleist.
Baby ejected from SUV in Northwest Indiana in violent crash
The crash happened Saturday night near Route 30 and Burr Street.
U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin to join UAW on picket line in Bolingbrook
More than 18,000 auto workers are now on strike at Ford, GM, and Stellantis.
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Now-dead man suspected in murder of Romeoville family had lengthy criminal record
Nathaniel Huey Jr.'s criminal past should have been a red flag – including a court order banning him from possessing firearms.
Hospital changed disposal procedures after CBS 2 bought empty COVID-19 vaccine vials
After a pharmacy director admitted selling "empty" COVID vaccine vials to CBS 2, the hospital changed policy to protect the public.
Former state inspector Jose Guillen expected to plead guilty to lying about groping women
Guillen was indicted last year on four counts of deprivation of civil rights and one count of obstruction of justice
Electric rental car breaks down, traps Gurnee mom, daughter inside
They turned to CBS 2 Investigators for help after they then got stuck with a big bill.
New fraud targets doctors, nurses and other medical professionals
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Chicago alderman calls for ordinance ensuring sidewalk repairs with construction projects
Ald. Gilbert Villegas (36th) is calling out the city's Department of Transportation to work more efficiently.
Retired Cook County judge disbarred over fleecing of late Tuskegee Airman uncle
Patricia Martin admitted to misconduct after being accused of using nearly $250,000 of her uncle's funds for her own personal purposes.
Chicago signs $29M contract with security firm to set up tent "base camps" for migrants
City officials have said the priority for the base camps would be to relocate migrants who have been sleeping on the floors of police stations.
Judge delays order that Chicago State University provide documents at center of Nigerian presidential dispute
Bola Tinubu's political rival, Atiku Abubakar, claims that documents showing that Tinubu graduated from Chicago State in 1979 are not authentic, and that is grounds to nullify Tinubu's election victory earlier this year.
City Council committee backs proposal to raise minimum wage for tipped workers
The ordinance would gradually increase the minimum wage for tipped workers to match the full minimum wage by July 1, 2028.
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Indiana AG sues MV Realty, says company is deceptive
MV Realty is based out of Florida, but operates in Indiana and several other states – including Illinois.
Contractor accused of scamming people in need of housework
They accused James Nesbitt of taking off with deposits without completing jobs and complained he didn't respond to customers.
Getting Hosed: Officials finally address on bad water billing at City Council hearing
The Chicago City Council Finance Committee held a hearing Tuesday with the heads of the Water Management and Finance departments.
Chime customer frustrated by slow response after bogus $1,200 charge
She was yet another victim who didn't get their money back until CBS 2 got involved.
Hackers post crude content on Schaumburg spa's Facebook page
While Noelle Fredrick frequently has to straighten up her spa workspace, but what she can't seem to tidy up is her spa's Facebook page.
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How FDA's top vaccines official is timing his COVID and flu shots
Can you get your COVID booster and flu shot at the same time? Here's what health experts say.
Silver Cross NICU like a second home for some new parents
Millions of babies are born prematurely every year. That translates to about one in 10 newborns who need extra support in the NICU.
Hospital changed disposal procedures after CBS 2 bought empty COVID-19 vaccine vials
After a pharmacy director admitted selling "empty" COVID vaccine vials to CBS 2, the hospital changed policy to protect the public.
Free COVID test kits are back. Here's how to get them.
The Biden administration is also pouring $600 million into more COVID tests manufacturing across the U.S.
Two people in DuPage County die from West Nile Virus
There have been six human cases reported in DuPage County in 2023.
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GM and Stellantis plants in Bolingbrook and Naperville join UAW strike
"We're not going to wait around forever for a fair contract," UAW President Shawn Fain said. "The companies know how to make this right."
Workers at Chicago Ford plant worry they may have to walk off the job amid strike
Hundreds of autoworkers gathered Thursday outside the UAW Local 551 headquarters, 13550 S. Torrence Ave., to protest.
Alderman wants moratorium on Dollar Tree stores, says properties are "filthy"
"I want to see a moratorium on these type of businesses opening up in our city," said Ald. Matt O'Shea (19th). "This happens in communities all across the city of Chicago."
Kroger and Albertsons sell hundreds of stores in a bid to clear merger of the 2 largest US groceries
Grocers Kroger and Albertsons are selling more than 400 stores and other assets to C&S Wholesale Grocers in an approximately $1.9 billion deal as part of their efforts to complete their merger.
Steppenwolf Theatre announces layoffs of 13 staffers
The company said it has been "negatively impacted by a protracted post-pandemic economic recovery for our sector and the rising cost of inflation,"
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Megan Rapinoe gets triumphant sendoff at Soldier Field before final match
The U.S. went on to beat South Africa 2-0.
Bears remain winless, fall to Kansas City for 13th consecutive loss
It was a brutal end to a dismal week of distractions for the Bears
White Sox beat Red Sox to win 1st series since early August
Luis Robert Jr. left with a sore right knee after stealing his 20th base.
Wisdom hits go-ahead homer, playoff-hopeful Cubs beat Rockies
Yan Gomes also drove in two runs for the Cubs, who remained a game in front of Miami for the final NL wild card.
Usher to headline Super Bowl halftime show in Las Vegas
Usher will perform at the Super Bowl halftime show in Las Vegas on Feb. 11, 2024.
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Hollywood writers, studios reach tentative deal to end strike
Terms of the deal must still be ratified by the WGA's approximately 11,000 members.
Hundreds of local artists take stages at Chicago Live! at Navy Pier
The event is the Midwest's largest free performing arts festival.
Usher to headline Super Bowl halftime show in Las Vegas
Usher will perform at the Super Bowl halftime show in Las Vegas on Feb. 11, 2024.
"The Amazing Race" set to return for milestone 35th season
The Emmy Award-winning series returns for its biggest season yet with 90-minute original episodes starting Wednesday, Sept. 27.
Chicago LGBTQ+ International Film Festival and South Asian Film Festival begin Thursday
The LGBTQ+ International Film Festival begins at the Music Box Theatre, with the Chicago premiere of Andy Vallentine's "The Mattachine Family."
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Today is Yom Kippur
According to Jewish tradition, the day is a chance to wipe the slate clean of any wrong-doings from the past year.
Today is Yom Kippur, the day of atonement for Jews
According to Jewish tradition, the day is a chance to wipe the slate clean of any wrong-doings from the past year.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Showers to start the week
CBS 2 Meteorologist Gerard Jebaily has a look at the extended forecast.
R&B star Usher to perform at the Super Bowl halftime show
R&B star Usher has been tapped to perform at the Super Bowl halftime show. He told the CBS Morning team he is ready. You can only see the Super Bowl on February 11th on CBS 2.
U.S. Sen. Bob Menendez defying calls to resign after indictment
U.S. Sen. Bob Menendez is speaking freely about criminal charges against him and his wife. The New Jersey Democrat and his wife are both accused of conspiracy to commit bribery and fraud.
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5 people robbed in less than an hour overnight on North Side
Police said all of the robberies involved a white SUV and three to four suspects, but have not said if the holdups were connected.
Funeral for Hillcrest High School student to be held next week
Marshawn Mitchell, 14, was shot multiple times outside of his school's homecoming football game on Sept. 15.
86-year-old man killed in Auburn Gresham shooting
Neighbors and family described Charles Hobson Sr. as a caring grandfather-figure and "man of God."
22-year-old man in critical condition after South Shore shooting
The victim then boarded a bus traveling westbound on 67th Street before being transported to the University of Chicago Hospital.
2 delivery men robbed at gunpoint on Northwest Side within minutes
No one is in custody in connection with either incident.
