Chicago In Memoriam: 53 notable Chicagoans who passed away in 2023
A look at 53 people who left a mark that helped make Chicago the vibrant, wonderful city we know and love.
A look at 53 people who left a mark that helped make Chicago the vibrant, wonderful city we know and love.
The service for the longtime CBS 2 anchorman will be streamed on CBS News Chicago.
Porterfield spent 51 years in Chicago television and nearly 30 as an anchor and reporter for CBS 2. He died last week at the age of 95.
As we honor Porterfield's memory this week, we went to the archive to find some of the stories he told of accomplished and memorable people.
Generations of kids grew up on the music of lifelong Chicagoan Ella Jenkins – whether hearing her records at home or school, seeing her on “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood,” or even attending a live performance. CBS 2's Harry Porterfield has her story in this report from Aug. 8, 2014.
John Taylor spent his career as a police officer in Gary, Indiana – but he also volunteered to help kids as a boxing coach. He was still doing it at the age of 80. CBS 2's Harry Porterfield has his story in this report from July 4, 2011.
At the Old Town School of Folk Music, tapper Reggio McLaughlin created a new take on “The Nutcracker” involving not ballet, but tapdancing. In this report from Dec. 4, 2009, CBS 2's Harry Porterfield talked with McLaughlin – and some of the kids who participated that holiday season.
Paula DeBois had yearned to be in the sky as far back as she could remember – and she earned a license to fly by the age of 18. For this story from June 21, 1984, CBS 2's Harry Porterfield took flight with DeBois on a commercial flight in a twin-engine propeller plane.
Zygmunt Bobin spent decades as the sportswriter for the Daily Zgoda – Chicago’s Polish-language newspaper. But he became an international figure through his off-the-clock hobby – raising and breeding canaries. CBS 2's Harry Porterfield has his story in this report from June 21, 1983.
After Denise DiValerio resuscitated her father following a heart attack and saved his life, she became a cardiac rehabilitation specialist – heading up the cardiac rehabilitation lab at Columbus, Cuneo, Cabrini Medical Center in Chicago. But off the clock, you could also find her on horseback riding in the rodeo. CBS 2's Harry Porterfield has her story in this report from April 9, 1982.
CBS 2's Harry Porterfield talked with Jane Henson, the wife of Jim Henson, when she visited with a traveling Muppets exhibit at the Museum of Science and Industry. Original airdate: July 22, 1980.
Eddie Williams was a student disc jockey at Columbia College radio station WVRX, but was also a record spinner at a roller rink and an in-demand DJ for parties. He was aiming for a career in broadcasting and he was not about to let his blindness deter him. CBS 2's Harry Porterfield has his story in this report from March 15, 1979.
This is the seventh and last segment of the Channel 2 News at Six from April 12, 1983. John Coughlin returns with the five-day forecast, and we have a preview of election coverage for the rest of the evening.
Issues such as racism, crime, and the economy were front and center much as they are today. And back then CBS 2’s news team examined the trends and what the city needed to do to change. Anchorman Bob McBride is the host for “Chicago in Transition: The Legacy ’72, The Challenge ’73."
First, in a 1978 installment of his "Someone You Should Know" series, CBS 2's Harry Porterfield introduces us to Bill Richter of Crestwood – who mounted a complex and positively ghoulish Halloween display at his home. Then, in a 1980 story, CBS 2's Bob Wallace joins Dean Koretos of the Hyatt Regency O'Hare for some creative pumpkin carving.
CBS 2's Harry Porterfield talked with the jazz legends for the old CBS 2 Sunday evening news magazine show "Two on Two."
The Ramsey Lewis Trio -- Lewis, Eldee Young, and Redd Holt -- broke up in 1966. But 16 years later, they reunited for a series of concerts in Chicago, and the magic was still there. CBS 2's Harry Porterfield has this report from our old Sunday evening news magazine show "Two on Two."
In this story from May 4, 2012, CBS 2's Harry Porterfield introduces us to Juan Carlos Hernandez, who at the time was performing in the Washington Street Blue Line station.
After more than 50 years on television in Chicago, including more than 30 years here at Channel 2, Harry Porterfield will be retiring from CBS 2 at of the end of this month.
The "lure of the streets" proved overwhelming when Marcus Jones was a young man. Now he's trying to make a difference. CBS 2's Harry Porterfield reports.
The World War II pilot has joined a brave new world, CBS 2's Harry Porterfield reports.
Shoeing horses is an ancient craft. CBS 2's Harry Porterfield introduces us to an Indiana man who makes his living at it.
Talk about photo-realistic. CBS 2's Harry Porterfield gives us a look at some impressive carvings.
CBS 2's Harry Porterfield introduces us to an organization that helps artists with disabilities earn a living.
The history of rowing dates as far back as ancient Egypt, first as transportation, and then as a sport. Now, it's being used as therapy for cancer patients and survivors.
Late Friday, no one was in custody. Detectives were investigating.
The business owner said her neighbor in a strip mall has repeatedly used a racial slur against her and her daughter, incidents she's captured on video.
The five-axle dump truck lost its load and ended up on its side.
Ryan Bates and Coleman Shelton, are in a friendly fight for the starting center job.
So far this year, there have been at least 25 homicides in Grand Crossing, compared to 17 over the same time period last year.
The Secret Service and Chicago Police will be speaking with people who live near the DNC action to give some insight on public safety protocols, road closures, and transportation information ahead of the convention.
The former president called Harris a "happy warrior" and vowed to do all he can to help her defeat former President Donald Trump in November.
The 500-acre site would become home to the world's first commercially useful quantum computer.
"I will say that I have said directly to the vice president that I'm going to do everything and anything that is necessary to make sure that we beat Donald Trump and JD Vance," Pritzker said.
The Chicago Teachers Union opposed the budget plan, warning of the impact of spending cuts imposed to eliminate a $500 million deficit.
Experts say insurance companies are paying close attention, and the average person should be doing so too.
The hike was fueled mainly by the company's Safety Modernization Program to replace nearly 2,000 miles of dangerous, old, deteriorating natural gas pipes.
As of Tuesday evening, a total of five tornadoes had been confirmed in the Chicago area from the storms Monday night and six Sunday night.
The tax is up just 2 cents compared with Sunday. But it is quite a jump compared with the Illinois gas seven years ago.
One third of Chicago's roughly 400 new car dealers are using pen and paper to complete deals.
Amid a widening listeria outbreak, Boar's Head is recalling all of its liverwurst products sold nationwide, as well as some deli meats.
A warning of a Listeria monocytogenes outbreak affecting 12 states, including Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York, was issued by the CDC Friday afternoon linking infections to sliced meat at deli counters.
Lisa Gee's experience taught her the life-saving importance of organ donations for thousands of patients.
Keisha House said people trust their hairdressers and barbers, and great communication takes place while in those chairs.
The FDA found even some products that claimed to be "sterile" were contaminated.
The way things had been going, owner Alfio Sciacca was not sure Amici would make it a year. Now, everything has changed.
Bally's took possession of the River West property July 5.
The plant, which was indefinitely idled in February 2023, is expected to reopen next year.
Fiscal Year 2024 saw total cannabis sales exceed $2 billion, which exceeded the figures for Fiscal Years 2023 and 2022.
Kroger owns the Mariano's brand, while Albertsons owns Jewel-Osco.
Newhart was an Oak Park native and an alumnus of Saint Ignatius College Prep and Loyola University in Chicago.
Bob Newhart, who starred in the long-running sitcoms "The Bob Newhart Show" and "Newhart," has died at age 94.
Nominations for the 76th annual Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday, with "Shōgun," "The Bear," "Hacks," "Only Murders in the Building" and "Baby Reindeer" all earning multiple major nods. See the full list of nominees for the 2024 ceremony here.
"Big Brother" announced Tuesday the 16 new Houseguests who will move into the "Big Brother" house and, for the first time ever, have the power to vote in a 17th houseguest.
After many people criticized Andress' rendition of the National Anthem online, comparing her with Fergie, the singer says she's going to rehab.
The Chicago Bears put on the pads for the first time this training camp on Friday and the energy levels were up, especially considering it was also the first practice fully open to fans.
A River Forest business owner said she's been taunted for more than a year by the owner of a neighboring shop. Glenda Harris, the business owner, said he's called her and her daughter a racial slur numerous times. An incident this week that was caught on camera led to the man being taken away in handcuffs.
The wackiest festival in America returned to Whiting, Indiana this weekend for its 30th anniversary.
Two of the men are charged with murder and arson, and a third with insurance fraud, in the fire that took the firefighter's life in West Pullman last year. Darius Johnson reports.
The outbreak killed a person in Illinois, and two in New Jersey.
Sean Grayson, the now-fired Illinois sheriff's deputy charged with killing 36-year-old Sonya Massey in her own home, had a disciplinary file that included accusations of bullying and abuse of power, records obtained by CBS News show.
The business owner said her neighbor in a strip mall has repeatedly used a racial slur against her and her daughter, incidents she's captured on video.
A woman fatally shot her former daughter-in-law before killing herself on the Upper East Side Friday, police said.
Late Friday, no one was in custody. Detectives were investigating.
The five-axle dump truck lost its load and ended up on its side.
Former Secret Service agent McCarthy said security for both conventions is now even under more scrutiny since the assassination attempt on former President Trump.
The department has now confirmed they will be providing emergency medical support both inside the secure perimeter that will be going up around the United Center.
Data show the 4th of July has historically been one of the deadliest days of the year.
The former University of Illinois football player had been hired at Aunt Martha's despite having a criminal conviction on his record.
Two battalion chiefs told CBS 2 Investigators said hiring needs to be a priority for the Chicago Fire Department, and they plan to protest their working conditions.
Ryan Bates and Coleman Shelton, are in a friendly fight for the starting center job.
The team is allowing Owens to skip part of Training Camp and their first preseason game so he can go to Paris to cheer on his wife.
The Chicago Union recently moved their home games to Evanston, which has helped grow attendance significantly.
Max Scherzer had a season-high nine strikeouts to take over 10th place on MLB's career list with the most among active pitchers.
The Chicago Sky currently share a practice facility with the public at Sachs Recreation Center in Deerfield.
Late Friday, no one was in custody. Detectives were investigating.
The business owner said her neighbor in a strip mall has repeatedly used a racial slur against her and her daughter, incidents she's captured on video.
So far this year, there have been at least 25 homicides in Grand Crossing, compared to 17 over the same time period last year.
A woman fatally shot her former daughter-in-law before killing herself on the Upper East Side Friday, police said.
Sean Grayson, the now-fired Illinois sheriff's deputy charged with killing 36-year-old Sonya Massey in her own home, had a disciplinary file that included accusations of bullying and abuse of power, records obtained by CBS News show.