Nationals Won't Retain Dusty Baker As Manager
Baker led the Nationals to the NL East title in each of his two years with the club.
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Cubs Stay Cool While Nationals Stress Over Stephen Strasburg
The Nationals did damage control ahead of Game 4, while the Cubs were ready to play.
Nationals' Dusty Baker On Pulling Max Scherzer: 'Couldn't Live With Myself' If Cubs' Kyle Schwarber Homered
Baker pulled his ace Scherzer as he worked on a one-hitter, then the Cubs rallied in Game 3.
Cubs Fallout Still In Mind, Dusty Baker Believes Nationals' Championship Story 'Already Written'
Baker admitted there's extra motivation to beat the Cubs, whom he managed from 2003-'06.
Dusty Baker: Cubs Giving Steve Bartman A World Series Ring Is A 'Good Gesture'
"The guy's life was made miserable for a long time," Baker says of Bartman.
It's Never Too Late, Or Too Soon, To Turn Over Your Fantasy Baseball Roster
Ten weeks into the Major League Baseball season, and a lot of fantasy team owners give up on their rosters coming back from a three-day weekend. Don't be one of them; stay active, for there is still so much time left in the season to make a comeback.
Dusty Baker Doesn't Care For Questions On Cubs' Domination: 'Why Do I Have To Measure Against Them?'
"Give them the pennant right now if you want to," Baker says. "It's up to you, but you still got to play."
Emma: Like It Or Not, Baseball Is Evolving Into Its Fun New Age
Personalities are becoming more accepted, bringing out the best of baseball.
DiCaro: Dusty Baker Doesn't Get It (Again)
Baker's comments on Aroldis Chapman encapsulate the big problem with allegations of violence against women by pro athletes.
Dusty Baker Defends Aroldis Chapman Following Domestic Violence Allegations: 'Heck Of A Guy'
"Who's to say what you would've done or what caused the problem," Baker said.
GM: Nationals Negotiated With Bud Black, Dusty Baker Simultaneously
Washington hired Baker, but not before drama surrounding negotiations with Black.
Nationals Hire Dusty Baker As New Manager
MLB avoided what would have been its first start to a season since 1988 with zero black managers.
Baffoe: Temper Expectations Regarding The Joe Maddon Frenzy
Maddon's a really good manager, but big names haven't panned out for the Cubs in years past.
Wisch: Chicago Sports Got You Down? Here Are Some Pick-Me-Ups
Yes, right now, it's a pretty rough time to be a sports fan in the Land of Lincoln. But all is not lost. In fact, even as the temperature in Chicago starts to bottom out, there are some pick-me-ups on the local sports scene that are still warming my heart this week.
Video: Brandon Phillips Curses Out Reporter In Clubhouse
Cincinnati Reds second baseman Brandon Phillips shouted obscenities Wednesday night at a newspaper reporter who commented on the star's sagging on-base percentage.
Video: Sosa Caught With Corked Bat
Today marks the 10th anniversary of Sammy Sosa's ejection in the first inning of a game against the Devil Rays for using a corked bat.
Dusty Baker: Cueto And Garza Should 'Box And It Would Be Over With'
Reds manager Dusty Baker says he doesn't understand why Cubs pitcher Matt Garza was incensed by Johnny Cueto's pitch high over David DeJesus' head.
Bernstein: Bulls' Likeability Eroding
I don't like the Bulls team we have seen lately, the one acting like undisciplined, unprofessional idiots while antagonizing officials and whining about calls.
Devin Mesoraco Could Mean Extra Value At Catcher For Reds
Devin Mesoraco is an x-factor who could provide extra value to a team that's already one of the best in the big leagues.
Mark Prior Attempting Comeback With Dusty Baker's Reds
Former Cubs pitcher Mark Prior is attempting another comeback -- this time with his former manager.
Reds Give Dusty Baker 2-Year Contract Extension
The Reds and manager Dusty Baker have agreed to a two-year contract extension.
Stubbs Leads Reds Past Cubs 6-5 In 11 Innings
Drew Stubbs hit a tiebreaking RBI single in the 11th inning Wednesday night and Cincinnati beat the Chicago Cubs 6-5 hours after Reds manager Dusty Baker left the ballpark for chest X-rays.
Reds Beat Cubs 3-1 Behind Bailey
Homer Bailey pitched effectively into the eighth inning, Ryan Hanigan hit a three-run double and the Cincinnati Reds beat the Chicago Cubs 3-1 on Tuesday night to move closer to the NL Central title.
Filmmaker Creates Campaign To Give Adam Greenberg 'One At-Bat'
If you don't remember Adam Greenberg, it's because his career with the Cubs ended almost as quickly as it started.
Wisch: Could 'Prior' Restraint Have Helped The Cubs?
But could something have really been different if the Cubs and manager-turned-punching-bag Dusty Baker had handled their one-time pitching wunderkinds in a different way?
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Highland Park survivor after Nashville school shooting: 'Aren't you guys tired of covering this?'
Police said a 28-year-old suspect opened fire at the Covenant School in Nashville Monday morning – killing three children and adults.
Security expert: Police did right thing in Nashville school shooting
A 28-year-old suspect opened fire at the Covenant School in the Green Hills neighborhood of Nashville Monday morning – killing three children and three adults.
How will Paul Vallas, Brandon Johnson work to reverse Chicago's population loss?
Population loss is a serious issue, because when people exit, they take their tax dollars with them.
Stevenson Expressway accident leaves two men dead, one critically injured
The car had been on the Stevenson when it flipped over a median guardrail – ejecting three people.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Midweek snow showers
A cloudy start is in store Tuesday as a weak disturbance passes overhead.
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Security expert: Police did right thing in Nashville school shooting
A 28-year-old suspect opened fire at the Covenant School in Nashville, Tennessee Monday morning – killing three children and three adults.
Highland Park survivor after Nashville school shooting: 'Aren't you guys tired of covering this?'
Police said a 28-year-old suspect opened fire at the Covenant School in Nashville Monday morning – killing three children and adults.
NCAA Tournament Schedule: When to watch the Final Four and NCAA Championship on CBS
After four wild rounds of NCAA Tournament basketball, March Madness is soon coming to its exciting conclusion, and CBS will have all the action.
Crete twins born at beginning of COVID-19 pandemic turn 3 years old
On the same day everything shut down in Illinois, the world opened up for Nissi and Nalea Young.
How will Paul Vallas, Brandon Johnson work to reverse Chicago's population loss?
Population loss is a serious issue, because when people exit, they take their tax dollars with them.
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DCFS placed troubled teen girl with 24-year-old pimp as foster parent
The teenage girl already had a history of being trafficked for sex – and DCFS placed her in a home with someone now accused of forcing her into prostitution.
Convicted con man Rick Dugo agrees to plea deal, gets 8 years in prison
Last month, he was convicted in the first of four trials that involved four victims who were scammed out of nearly $1 million. Instead of facing three more trials, he took a plea deal.
Monitor group: CPD officers are taught their lives more important than community safety
Chicago Police training tactics are coming under fire – with a community monitoring group saying the tactics are fundamentally flawed and continue to foster a culture of misconduct.
Highland Park lets residents know about extra water use before bill comes
Residents said alerts about problems such as a broken sprinkler head, a running toilet, and even a massive pipe burst have saved them thousands.
Organizations sue over plans to expand toxic sludge dumpsite on southeast lakefront
The dump is located at the mouth of the river next to the lakefront park of Calumet Park.
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How will Paul Vallas, Brandon Johnson work to reverse Chicago's population loss?
Population loss is a serious issue, because when people exit, they take their tax dollars with them.
Groups push for 'cultural competency training' for Illinois medical professionals
The Illinois State Medical Society said it considers such training an "onerous and time-consuming mandate."
Johnson, Vallas keep busy on campaign trail ahead of Tuesday debate on CBS 2
You can see the debate on CBS 2 at 6 p.m. on Tuesday. The debate also will be streamed on CBS News Chicago.
State lawmakers push to ban felons from becoming licensed massage therapists
The legislation also seeks to improve communication between state agencies that maintain criminal records and licensing agencies.
Chicago Decides: 4th Ward chief of staff Prentice Butler faces Illinois State Rep. Lamont Robinson
With Ald. Sophia King stepping down at the end of her term, following a failed bid for the mayor's office, voters in the 4th Ward will be deciding between her top aide and a local state lawmaker in the upcoming runoff election.
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Former Window Depot owner tries to explain why he let customers down
CBS 2's Charlie De Mar had the story Monday of a disabled veteran in Crystal Lake who says the company took $20,000 from him.
Kane County officials warn of scammer targeting people in Zoom court hearings
The public is reminded that the person is a scammer and does not work for Kane County or any judges.
Raoul, 21 other attorneys general urge Kia and Hyundai to do more to stop car thefts
Since a surge in thefts of the vulnerable Kia and Hyundai models, the South Korean automakers have rolled out more anti-theft software, but the attorneys general are pushing for them to do more.
Highland Park lets residents know about extra water use before bill comes
Residents said alerts about problems such as a broken sprinkler head, a running toilet, and even a massive pipe burst have saved them thousands.
Relief hard to come by for Chicago area wire fraud scam victims
We've told you about this trick before, where thousands of dollars are transferred out of bank accounts in minutes.
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Groups push for 'cultural competency training' for Illinois medical professionals
The Illinois State Medical Society said it considers such training an "onerous and time-consuming mandate."
Florida fire captain loses sight in one eye after using recalled eye drops
The CDC is investigating a nationwide outbreak of the antibiotic-resistant bacteria — Pseudomonas aeruginosa — which has infected 68 people in 16 states.
Chicago medical expert sounds alarm over drug-resistant Candida auris fungal infections
The number of infections has tripled over the last three years.
Death toll climbs in outbreak linked to recalled eye drops
The CDC says three people have died, eight have lost their vision and four had an eyeball removed.
Saturday marks three years since COVID-19 was deemed worldwide pandemic
The World Health Organization made the announcement on Wednesday, March 11, 2020.
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50 vendors in Little Village Discount Mall poised to be kicked out
The local alderman is hoping to get them a new place to do business.
United Airlines and Archer Aviation planning air taxis between O'Hare and West Loop in 2025
Electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft would provide 10-minute rides between O'Hare and Vertiport Chicago on the Near West Side.
Edward Gardner, co-founder of Soft Sheen Products and titan in philanthropy, dies at 98
Gardner died Monday surrounded by family.
ProMat trade show brings more people to McCormick Place than it did in 2019
Many say the trade show is really meaningful to the city's economic recovery – especially the downtown area.
U.S. government moves to guarantee Silicon Valley Bank depositors' funds
The U.S. government took extraordinary steps Sunday to stop a potential banking crisis after the historic failure of Silicon Valley Bank, assuring depositors at the failed financial institution that they would be able to access all of their money.
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Cubs fans get some batting practice at Wrigley Field, chance to win $1 million
On Monday, 50 lucky Cubs fans got a chance to take a little batting practice at home plate as part of the second Play for Opening day Event.
Cubs, White Sox end in tie in Cactus League play
Jameson Taillon was solid for the Cubs – giving up two hits over five scoreless innings while striking out five.
Cubs manager David Ross talks offseason additions, what he's learned going into year 4
The Chicago Cubs will host the Milwaukee Brewers on Opening Day of the 2023 MLB season.
NCAA Tournament Schedule: When to watch the Final Four and NCAA Championship on CBS
After four wild rounds of NCAA Tournament basketball, March Madness is soon coming to its exciting conclusion, and CBS will have all the action.
First timers Miami, FAU, San Diego State join UConn in NCAA's Final Four
For the first time, no team is seeded better than No. 4
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Actor Jonathan Majors arrested on domestic violence charges in New York City
Majors' criminal defense lawyer said he is "completely innocent and provably the victim of an altercation with a woman he knows."
Sundays on State to return for two dates in July and August
On July 16 and August 13, State Street will be closed to cars between Lake and Adams for a free block party.
New details revealed about 50th anniversary celebration "The Young and the Restless"
The cast of daytimes #1 drama looks back in brand new footage, Paramount+ celebrates the series' legacy, and a sneak peek at the upcoming anniversary storyline is revealed.
Lance Reddick, actor in "The Wire" and "John Wick" movies, dies at age 60
The actor's death was confirmed to CBS News by two of his representatives.
Lyric Opera unveils 2023-24 season; featuring "The Flying Dutchman, "Aida," and Mozart's "Requiem"
The upcoming season includes productions from around the world, ranging from opera classics to more contemporary pieces.
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Street racing blamed for deadly crash in Waukegan
One driver accused of racing was taken into custody, while the other took off.
Gunfire shuts down northbound I-57
Illinois State Police reported the gunfire during the Monday afternoon rush.
2 killed, 1 seriously injured in Stevenson Expressway crash
A car flipped over near Cicero Avenue.
Highland Park massacre survivor addresses reporters after Nashville school shooting
Moments after an update from police on the shooting ended, Ashbey Beasley stepped in front of the cameras.
Security expert weighs in on Nashville school shooting that injured six
There was heartache and pain in Nashville, Tennessee Monday night as the community dealt with the latest school shooting in this country. CBS 2's Jermont Terry reports.
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