Stabbing in Grant Park skate park leaves man in critical condition
The 33-year-old man was stabbed throughout his body after a quarrel with an unknown attacker, police said.
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Grant Park opens 16 pickleball courts
Organizers of Lollapalooza donated money to build the dedicated pickleball courts, and to renovate the park's existing tennis courts.
16 pickleball courts now open in Grant Park
Get your rackets ready. It's time to play some pickleball. America's fastest-growing sport is coming to Grant Park.
Last day for Taste of Chicago
Here's your final day chance to get a taste of what the city has to offer. The event opens from 11 a.m. until 9 p.m.
Taste of Chicago kicks off in September for first time
This year, you can expect to see 35 vendors in for the three-day event.
Badou Senegalese Cuisine participates in Taste of Chicago for first time
The line was long Friday afternoon at the booth for the Rogers Park restaurant, where the jerk chicken was a hit. CBS 2's Sara Machi reports.
Taste of Chicago begins in Grant Park
The festival was pushed back to September from its traditional July dates because of the NASCAR Street Race this year. CBS 2's Sara Machi reports.
Taste of Chicago to be held for only three days this year, in September
In years past, the Taste has been a massive food fest with millions in attendance each year – a huge highlight of the summer in Chicago. So what happened? CBS 2's Jermont Terry reports.
Thousands to participate in Chicago Triathlon this weekend
The event is Saturday and Sunday across Grant Park, DuSable Lake Shore Drive, and Foster Beach.
2-day Chicago Triathlon kicks off Saturday
There are several different race options from the super sprint to the ultimate triple challenge.
Grant Park vendors want city to crack down on unlicensed competition
"Each year, it progressively gets worse, with more and more people learning that it's easy to come sell things here without having to go through the proper process."
Grant Park vendors want city to crack down on unlicensed competition
Licensed vendors who operate in Grant Park have become fed up with unlicensed competitors, who they have said are taking over the park, illegally selling everything from tacos to ice cream and alcohol, all without a permit.
Grant Park Orchestra performing with Troupe Vertigo at Pritzker Pavilion
The eye-popping tricks will be set to "Carmen" and Latin music favorites.
Potential storms threaten Lollapalooza this weekend
The potential for severe weather and evacuations are top-of-mind for organizers and the city. CBS 2's Marissa Perlman reports.
'Safe Fest' workers will be present at Lollapalooza to assist festival goers
It's a group of workers dressed in bright yellow shirts there to offer help and answer all questions.
Local teens to get behind-the-scenes look at Lollapalooza
Festival organizers are hosting a special immersion day teaching teens what it takes to put on the show.
Lollapalooza organizers taking teens behind the scenes of upcoming festival
Festival organizers are hosting a special immersion day teaching teens what it takes to put on the show.
Street closures underway ahead of Lollapalooza in Grant Park
You can expect more closures around Columbus and Roosevelt starting Monday.
Lollapalooza street closures underway near Grant Park
Both Balbo and Jackson were closed between Columbus and DuSable Lake Shore Drive on Saturday.
Streets shut down ahead of Lollapalooza
CBS 2's Kris Habermehl reports from Chopper 2 over Grant Park with what drivers need to know.
Road closures for Lollapalooza get underway near Grant Park
Starting Wednesday, Balbo will close in both directions between Michigan and Columbus.
Streets around Grant Park reopening days after Chicago NASCAR race
Three days after Chicago's first-ever NASCAR Street Race, the roads around Grant Park are slowly returning to normal.
Metra adding extra lines for NASCAR Chicago Street Race
Sunday passes are $7 dollars and are good for unlimited travel.
Thousands turn out for NASCAR street race in Chicago
The Xfinity Series race started Saturday afternoon.
Thousands turn out for NASCAR street race in Chicago
The Xfinity Series race started Saturday afternoon.
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PAWS Pet of the Week: Wally
Adoption fees for Wally, and about 80 other cats and dogs are being waived this weekend, courtesy of Mars Petcare.
Suspect charged with firing handgun during East Garfield Park home invasion
Joseph L. Tobias, 26, was arrested by Chicago police Friday morning in the 1900 block of West Ogden Avenue.
3 seriously hurt in East Garfield Park shooting
The victims were standing on the sidewalk when an occupant in a silver sedan fired shots, according to police.
Brothers charged with Chicago Lawn armed carjacking
Gabriel and Adrian Garzon, both 20, were arrested by members of the Vehicular Hijacking Task Force on Thursday, in the 2200 block of South Kedvale Avenue.
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Workers at Ford Chicago Assembly Plant join UAW strike
Two weeks into the strike, approximately 25,000 auto workers have now walked off the job nationwide.
3 dead after being found unresponsive in Edgewater senior apartment; victims identified
A death investigation is underway. CFD initially responded to a hazardous materials situation, but carbon monoxide levels were normal.
North Lawndale shooting leaves man killed, woman hurt
Chicago police said both victims were standing on the sidewalk when an unknown male offender approached on foot and fired shots.
Man charged in 2021 murder of Chicago Police Officer Ella French offered 7-year plea deal
Eric Morgan is not accused of pulling the trigger.
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Despite rise in catalytic converter theft, few arrests made in Chicago
Despite years of city leaders and lawmakers trying to fix the problem, the thieves are almost never caught.
Child care providers face "cliff" with pandemic funds set to expire
The American Rescue Plan funding has helped thousands of child care centers across Illinois pay their staff, upgrade their facilities and keep cots lower for parents.
Victim of botched Chicago police raid in 2017 expected to get $300,000 settlement
Police raided Sharnia Phillips' home while searching for two gang members who had never lived there.
Feds to fund improvements to keep pedestrians off Chicago area railroad tracks
A total of 39 people were killed trespassing on railroad tracks in Illinois last year alone.
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.
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Tempers flare at hearing on city's migrant crisis as influx of asylum seekers ramps up
A key City Council committee met for nearly five hours on Friday to discuss the latest on Chicago's efforts to house thousands of asylum seekers.
Dianne Feinstein, California senator who broke glass ceilings, dies at 90
Dianne Feinstein was the longest-serving woman in the U.S. Senate as well as the longest-serving senator from California.
Victim of botched Chicago police raid in 2017 expected to get $300,000 settlement
Police raided Sharnia Phillips' home while searching for two gang members who had never lived there.
Seven buses of migrants arrive in Chicago for second day in a row
Late Wednesday night, we were there as adults and small children stepped off one of the buses, and greeted with blankets.
House Republicans outline basis for Biden impeachment inquiry in first hearing
Top Republicans outlined their view of the factual and legal basis for an impeachment inquiry into President Biden in a 30-page memo.
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Nonprofit dance group owed nearly $50,000 for holiday show performance
The company that owed the money also hadn't paid other entities for security and the venue for the show.
Kia, Hyundai models recalled due to fire risk; separate concerns about security flaws persist
Hyundai warned drivers to park their cars outside until they can get the necessary repairs.
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.
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COVID vaccine during pregnancy helps protect newborns, new study finds
The findings are just the latest to show benefits from COVID vaccination during pregnancy.
Teen who's had two lung transplants gets behind-the-scenes tour of Field Museum
Scientists at the Field Museum showed Josh Burton ways he can still have a career without digging in the dirt.
Northwestern researchers get $45M to develop implant to sense and treat cancer
"From a clinical perspective, this could be a game-changing approach to cancer therapy," said Dr. Jonathan Rivnay.
How to get the new COVID vaccine for free, with or without insurance
Americans still have ways to get vaccinated against COVID-19 at no out-of-pocket cost. Here's what to know.
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.
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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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Friday Blitz: Oak Park River Forest v. Lyons Township
CBS 2's Marshall Harris is at the big game at Oak Park River Forest High School where the Huskies are taking on Lyons Township Lions.
Bears vs. Broncos: 3 things to watch in Sunday's Week 4 matchup
Hollywood loves a reboot, right? Well, this week something's gotta give between the Bears and Broncos.
Connor Bedard skates in first NHL exhibition game with Blackhawks, who beat Blues in OT
Bedard had two assists.
Cubs get swept by Braves, fall out of position for NL wild card
The Cubs have dropped 13 of 19.
Bears offense sees opportunity for success against Broncos
Getsy pointed to all 11 players on offense needing to be better, not just quarterback Justin Fields.
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Man indicted for murder of Tupac Shakur in 1996 drive-by shooting
A Nevada grand jury indicted Duane "Keffe D" Davis in the long-unsolved killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, prosecutors announced in court Friday.
Actor Michael Gambon, who played Harry Potter's Dumbledore, dies at 82
Michael Gambon, the British-Irish actor who portrayed Dumbledore in the latter 6 of the 8 "Harry Potter" movies, has died after a bout of pneumonia.
Teri Bristol, Chicago house music DJ, dies at 66
Bristol began DJing in Chicago in the 1980s, and paved the way for a generation of other women DJs.
"Survivor" returns for season 45 Wednesday, Sept. 27 at 8 p.m. ET
Through longer weekly episodes, "Survivor" will take a deeper dive into the players' stories as they're stranded on the stunning islands of Fiji.
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.
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PAWS Pet of the Week: Wally
Wally is a 5-year-old chihuahua mix. He is a quiet but curious little guy and if you break out a few treats and ask him to do some tricks, you'll get his tail wagging a mile a minute.
Shatterproof Walk to combat addiction happening at Chicago's Diversey Harbor
The goal is to raise $200,000 to support families and communities with treatment, prevention, intervention, and recovery.
2 shot, 1 killed while standing outside in North Lawndale
Chicago police said both victims were standing on the sidewalk when an unknown male offender approached on foot and fired shots.
3 identified after being found unresponsive, later died in Edgewater apartment
According to Chicago police, three adults were found unresponsive in the 5800 block of North Broadway Avenue. All were later identified by the Cook County Medical Examiner's Office.
First Alert Weather: Stretch of clear skies, warmer temps ahead
Dry and warm with highs staying in the 80s through Wednesday.
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Man indicted for murder of Tupac Shakur in 1996 drive-by shooting
A Nevada grand jury indicted Duane "Keffe D" Davis in the long-unsolved killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, prosecutors announced in court Friday.
"Painkiller: The Tylenol Murders" documentary premieres on Paramount + on October 10
Using hours of exclusive archival footage, the five-part docuseries transports viewers back four decades to the moments after a twisted killer laced Tylenol pills with cyanide and killed seven people in the Chicago area.
Good Samaritans step in after woman is robbed, beaten in Little Italy alley
Surveillance video shows the man punching the woman in an attempt to get her purse. Keep in mind this happened at 4 p.m.
Oak Park on alert after armed robberies, carjackings this past weekend
There were four armed robberies, one carjacking, and one aggravated assault that was believed to be an attempted robbery in Oak Park early Sunday.
Several people robbed at South Chicago bus stop
CBS 2 news crews talked with one of the victims who said his iPhone was stolen by a group near 79th Street and Jeffery Boulevard.
