8 employees injured in explosion at ADM plant in Decatur
How many people were hurt or the extent of their injuries were not available late Sunday evening.
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David Rechs from Oak Park IDed as man killed in building explosion
It's still not clear what caused the explosion.
David Rechs from Oak Park IDed as man killed in building explosion
The blast was so big it left a gaping hole in the building, leaving 12 people to find a new place to live. It's still not clear what caused the explosion.
Man dies after explosion at Oak Park apartment building
The cause of the explosion remains under investigation. The blast left chunks of the exterior brick walls missing and debris everywhere.
Oak Park explosion victim has died
A 64-year-old man from Oak Park has died, after an explosion earlier this week at the townhouse apartment building where he lived.
Cause of Lisle house explosion still unknown
The residents of the home were out of town with their pets for the holiday weekend so no one was hurt.
Lisle home destroyed in natural gas explosion
Neighbors say they were picking up pieces of the home blocks away from the blast.
Firefighters, police respond to home explosion in Lisle
A post by the Lisle Police Department at 6:45 p.m. asked that residents avoid the area due to a large police and fire department presence.
Granite City home leveled in apparent gas explosion
Granite City firefighters said no one was home when the house exploded just before 3 a.m. on Dale Avenue.
Dozens injured by gas explosion at building in Paris
There were reports that some people were seriously injured, and witnesses said an American language school was among the buildings damaged.
Authorities investigate explosion at Oak Forest apartment complex
Two people were injured in an explosion at an apartment complex in south suburban Oak Forest Tuesday night. Police and fire departments responded to a fire at a one-story complex, in the 5100 block of 160th Street, just after 7 p.m.
Residents evacuated, 2 injured after apartment complex explosion in Oak Forest
Two people were injured in an explosion at an apartment complex in south suburban Oak Forest Tuesday night. Police and fire departments responded to a fire at a one-story complex, in the 5100 block of 160th Street, just after 7 p.m.
Father killed in grenade explosion in Indiana identified
One man is dead and his two children are hospitalized after a hand grenade exploded in an Indiana home Saturday afternoon.
Father killed, two children injured in grenade explosion
They found a hand grenade, someone pulled the pin on the device and it detonated.
Father killed, two children injured in grenade explosion
They found a hand grenade, someone pulled the pin on the device and it detonated.
Expert calls for better data on accidents like deadly explosion near Lemont
If the question is 'are asphalt explosions happening more often?' the hard truth is we just don't know.
No agency tracks data on accidents like deadly plant explosion outside of Lemont
A day after a young man was killed after an asphalt tank exploded at an oil refinery in the southwest suburbs, CBS 2 has uncovered the number of asphalt explosions in the U.S. aren't being tracked. CBS 2's Chris Tye dug into the issue and spoke with some who study the industry who say government inspectors aren't doing a good enough job to keep those on the frontline safe.
Expert calls for better data on accidents like deadly explosion near Lemont
A day after a young man was killed after an asphalt tank exploded at an oil refinery in the southwest suburbs, CBS 2 has uncovered the number of asphalt explosions in the U.S. aren't being tracked. The lack of data opens up a greater chance for these kinds of accident to happen again and again. CBS 2's Chris Tye dug into the issue and spoke with some who study the industry who say government inspectors aren't doing a good enough job to keep those on the frontline safe.
Explosion, fire at petroleum plant near Lemont leaves 1 dead, 1 injured
An asphalt tank on the property apparently exploded, according to police.
Victim of Lemont petroleum plant explosion remembered by neighbors
An asphalt tank on the property apparently exploded, according to police. Dru Worker, 25, died in the explosion.
Deadly explosion rocks petroleum plant near Lemont
One person is dead in an explosion and fire at a petroleum plant in unincorporated Lemont in the southwest suburbs.
Explosion at petroleum plant near Lemont leaves person dead
At least one person is dead in an explosion and fire at a petroleum plant in unincorporated Lemont in the southwest suburbs. Around 9:30 a.m., there was an explosion at the Seneca Petroleum plant at 12640 New Ave. in unincorporated Lemont, according to the Will County Sheriff's Office. An asphalt tank on the property apparently exploded, according to the sheriff's office.
1 dead in fire, possible explosion at Lemont petroleum plant
At least one person is dead in an explosion and fire at a petroleum plant in unincorporated Lemont in the southwest suburbs.
Multiple people killed, several missing after Pennsylvania chocolate factory explosion
Video from the scene showed flames and black smoke billowing hundreds of feet into the air.
Explosion prompts hazardous materials response in Geneva
The explosion happened at Olon Industries, a countertop manufacturing facility.
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Megan Rapinoe gets triumphant sendoff at Soldier Field before final match
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Chicago First Alert Weather: Isolated showers to linger
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Bears remain winless, fall to Kansas City for 13th consecutive loss
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Fire breaks out in Humboldt Park industrial building
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At least 12 victims robbed at gunpoint across Chicago, including DePaul students
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Volunteer groups overwhelmed as record number of migrants arrive in Chicago in one day
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Megan Rapinoe gets triumphant sendoff at Soldier Field before final match
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Hospital changed disposal procedures after CBS 2 bought empty COVID-19 vaccine vials
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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
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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
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Hackers post crude content on Schaumburg 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
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Free COVID test kits are coming 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
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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 agreement after a nearly 150-day WGA strike
Hollywood writers and studios have finally agreed to a new contract after a nearly 150-day strike brought the entertainment industry to a grinding halt.
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
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"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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U.S. government teeters on brink of shutdown
Congress remains at an impasse on a funding deal, with just six days to go. Rob Kirkpatrick reports.
Fire breaks out in Chicago industrial building
The fire was reported on a rooftop penthouse at the building on Grand Avenue in Humboldt Park.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Isolated PM showers Monday
CBS 2 Meteorologist Robb Ellis has your 10 p.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Sunday, Sept. 24, 2023.
Family wishes information would emerge about missing postal worker
Kierra Coles went missing coming up on five years ago.
Record number of migrant arrivals in Chicago this weekend
The situation has overwhelmed city agencies, and also inundated volunteer groups. CBS 2's Andrew Ramos reports.
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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.
Police search for robber who targeted two mail carriers on same Humboldt Park block
Police said a robber in a hooded sweatshirt and ski mask pointed a gun at the postal workers and stole their mail.
