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More than two dozen towns in southern Illinois will see a total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024. Where will your optimal viewing time start, peak and end in those towns? When is the best time to see it in Chicago? See a full timeline schedule here.
Adler's event starts at 12:30 p.m. in the afternoon, on Monday, April 8. The peak of the eclipse is just after 2 p.m.
The eclipse, expected on April 8, will be the last one visible from the continental U.S. until 2044. CBS 2 wants viewers to have a good memory of the celestial moment, so it's important to know how you can literally get burned if you're not equipped for the eclipse. CBS 2's Lauren Victory reports.
The eclipse, expected on April 8, will be the last one visible from the continental U.S. until 2044.
Triton College's Earth and Space Center has the second largest planetarium in Illinois, and is planning an eclipse watch on April 8.
The telescope can take pictures and videos, and is powerful enough to catch solar flares and sunspots from more than 93 million miles away.
Lt. Oliver Julian Kendall, who went by Judd, is the namesake of the VFW post in his hometown of Naperville, Illinois, but no one knows Judd Kendall's story better than Lew Bresse.
Former "Empire" actor Jussie Smollett spoke out for the first time on Friday since settling a civil lawsuit filed against him by the city of Chicago, agreeing to make a donation to charity, rather than continue a years-long court battle.
Veronica Rauch said there wasn't even a decision to be made when it came to attending graduation or playing in the IHSA State Quarterfinals.
"Because of what happened in Washington, D.C., every Jewish organization, every Jewish institution is revisiting their security plans, is reviewing their protocols," said Daniel Goldwin, chief public affairs officer of the Jewish United Fund.
"Chanel is really good at form. Olivia is going to knock down the pins. She's going to knock them suckers down, okay? That's it," coach Marty Miller said.
Elias Rodriguez, 31, was charged Thursday with the murder of foreign officials and other crimes in connection with the deaths of Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim.
It is Harvard's second suit against the Trump administration.
President Trump said he would impose steep tariff on Apple unless company starts manufacturing some iPhones in the U.S.
The Supreme Court deadlocked 4-4, blocking the attempt to establish the nation's first religious charter school.
The budget package addresses President Trump's tax, defense and energy priorities. It now heads to the Senate, where hurdles remain.
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.
Researchers say the device could detect airborne viruses or bacteria in hospitals or public spaces.
FDA advisers are set to meet Thursday to decide on updates for this fall's COVID shots.
A Wisconsin appeals court judge who was an outspoken supporter of abortion rights in the state Legislature is running for the Wisconsin Supreme Court.
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.
Imagine paying $40,000 a year for a business license, yet having a company that can barely make any money. That is the reality facing some cannabis business operators.
In its Sunday edition, the paper published a summer reading list with the titles, authors, and descriptions of 15 books. But it turned out that 10 of those 15 books do not exist.
Christopher Roldan is betting big on the Loop. He just opened Momento in the old Carson Pirie Scott complex at Wabash Avenue and Monroe Street.
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.
Eight people were found guilty of robbing Kim Kardashian in Paris in 2016. Two defendants were acquitted.
Billy Joel canceled his upcoming tour, including all of his scheduled concerts up to early July 2026, after a recent diagnosis with the brain disorder normal pressure hydrocephalus.
A spring performance at Ravinia is a highlight for the high schoolers.
Wendt grew up in the South Side's Beverly neighborhood — at 92nd Street and Bell Avenue.
George Wendt, the comedian and actor known for his beloved role as Norm on "Cheers," has died.
Chicago-based McDonald's is shutting down its experimental beverage-led restaurant concept, CosMc's, after about a year and a half.
On this Memorial Day weekend, we honor American heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice. That includes an act of bravery that took place more than a century ago, and efforts now to make sure a soldier is never forgotten.
Former "Empire" actor Jussie Smollett spoke out for the first time on Friday since settling a civil lawsuit filed against him by the city of Chicago, agreeing to make a donation to charity, rather than continue a years-long court battle.
Chief meteorologist Albert Ramon has the latest First Alert Weather forecast.
Veronica Rauch had a choice; attend her high school graduation at St. Ignatius College Prep, or play in the IHSA State Quarterfinals for girls' water polo. Both were happening just an hour apart. As team captain, Rauch chose the latter. Rauch said there wasn't even a decision to be made when it came to attending graduation or playing water polo.
"Because of what happened in Washington, D.C., every Jewish organization, every Jewish institution is revisiting their security plans, is reviewing their protocols," said Daniel Goldwin, chief public affairs officer of the Jewish United Fund.
It might not feel like summer outside but Memorial Day weekend means beaches are open and preparations for events and parades were underway Friday.
Veronica Rauch said there wasn't even a decision to be made when it came to attending graduation or playing in the IHSA State Quarterfinals.
Lt. Oliver Julian Kendall, who went by Judd, is the namesake of the VFW post in his hometown of Naperville, Illinois, but no one knows Judd Kendall's story better than Lew Bresse.
Former "Empire" actor Jussie Smollett spoke out for the first time on Friday since settling a civil lawsuit filed against him by the city of Chicago, agreeing to make a donation to charity, rather than continue a years-long court battle.
A suburban woman was forced to wait more than two years to get her mother's remains from an embattled south suburban crematory, only to discover the ashes are not her mom's.
An Indiana man's mother's remains spent months languishing in a south suburban crematory that has been shut down by Illinois officials amid reports of body mishandling.
Extensive delays in making an Illinois state mental health facility ligature-free played a role in the death by suicide of 19-year-old patient Anthony Stringfellow Jr.
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 Sky's Angel Reese was 0-for-8 shooting and scored two points. It was the first time since 2021 that she failed to make at least one basket.
Blashill, 51, spent the past three seasons as an assistant with the Tampa Bay Lightning. Before that, he spent seven seasons as head coach of the Detroit Red Wings from 2015-22.
Dianna Lee holed a 5-foot par putt on the 18th hole to beat Andrea Revuelta for a 3-2 victory over top-seeded Stanford to end a final hour of high tension.
The Sox' Lenyn Sosa and Joshua Palacios hit consecutive homers in the fourth. Tim Elko added his third homer in 10 games since being recalled from the minors.
Jim Irsay, the owner and CEO of the Indianapolis Colts, died Wednesday at the age of 65, the team said in a statement.
Eight people were found guilty of robbing Kim Kardashian in Paris in 2016. Two defendants were acquitted.
The Public Security Ministry said it had never recorded another seizure of the animals, whicgh are a non-native species in Costa Rica.
A SWAT team was called to the scene, and remained active hours later.
Police said a man was angry about the type of cheese on a sandwich he ordered there. He got into a shouting match with an employee, who called her son to help.
The D.C. shooting suspect has been identified as 30-year-old Elias Rodriguez from Chicago.
