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.
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New health care facilities created to be sensitive to patients' weight
CBS News’ Dr. Mallika Marshall introduces us to a new clinic designed to treat patients as a whole – not just a number on a scale.
New VNA health care clinic opens in Joliet
The 14,000-square-foot building will significantly expand VNA services to the community.
New VNA health care clinic opens in Joliet
A new health care center has opened in Joliet and is expected to help thousands of patients over the next few years.
Chicago area trumpet player receives double lung transplant
Dan Spees, who works for the Chicago Symphony Orchestra Association, said he wasn't sure he'd ever play again.
Kane County program preps meals for people undergoing serious medical challenges
If you have been through a serious medical treatment, you know how physically, mentally, and emotionally draining it can be.
Lurie Children's Hospital unveils new mobile health unit
It will be wheelchair accessible and has multiple clinic rooms and bathrooms.
Loretto Hospital, workers reach agreement 11 days into strike
The deal includes an increase to minimum wage rates for all titles and pay increases for all Loretto workers.
Loretto Hospital workers' strike nears 1-week mark
Their union, SEIU Healthcare Illinois, is calling for Loretto Hospital to pay a living wage.
Mobile dental clinic offering free screenings in Greater Grand Crossing
They're also giving away everything families need to keep their teeth healthy.
New Illinois laws give state more control over Obamacare exchange, health insurance prices
The two pieces of legislation are aimed at making healthcare more affordable in Illinois.
Southwest Side clinic putting community in care for seniors
Many studies show that older Americans tend to have multiple, often chronic health issues. Ironically, they tend to need more specialized care at a time in their lives when it can be harder to get, but a group of clinics founded by a doctor who survived cancer is offering an affordable and easy option. At JenCare Senior Medical Center in the Ashburn neighborhood on the city's South Side, the aim is for doctors and patients to really know each other.
Nursing shortage keeps boy in hospital for his 1st birthday unnecessarily
Nicholas Rizo's parents have been looking for in-home nursing help, but the lack of coverage from Medicaid is also a concern.
Chicago doctors talk solutions on caring for patients with disabilities
CBS 2 headed over to the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab in Streeterville to check out specialized equipment used to care for patients.
Northwestern doctor examines why patients with disabilities face discrimination
One doctor who tried to help said she was stunned by why
Chicago medical student skips class to help care for newly-arrived migrants
Their patients are migrants who've been living in the lobbies of Chicago police stations and haven't seen a doctor since crossing the border.
Chicago medical student skips class to help care for newly-arrived migrants
She's training to become a doctor, but is now cutting class to form a mobile medical unit to help migrants arriving in Chicago. CBS 2's Noel Brennan hit the streets with the team to see how they're caring for the community.
FDA approves first RSV vaccine to protect older adults
Up to 10,000 deaths and 160,000 hospitalizations a year are caused by RSV in seniors.
Lincolnshire nursing home patients left without medical care for hours
Police are now investigating a severe staffing shortage after several residents with dementia were left to fend for themselves. CBS 2's Marissa Perlman spoke with concerned family members.
Illinois Medicaid customers will need to renew coverage, starting this month
People who use Medicaid have had continuous coverage since the start of the pandemic, but Congress has ended the pause on annual renewals.
Appeals court preserves access to abortion pill for now but tightens rules
The court maintained access to mifepristone for the time being but is only letting it be dispensed after a doctor's office visit, not by mail, and up to seven weeks into a pregnancy, not 10.
Last day to submit applications for South Side Community Advisory Council
It's a volunteer group focused on outreach and initiatives for important issues facing the community - like healthcare, social services, and local businesses.
FDA approves overdose-reversing Narcan for over-the-counter sale
In the 12-month period ending in Oct. 2022, the United States recorded 101,750 overdose deaths, primarily from opioids.
'Match Day' full of anxiety, excitement for Northwestern medical students
Friends and family were there when these medical students found out where they're headed for residency after graduation in May.
Bloomingdale specialized care facility's plan to move blindsides patients' families
The families fear a move to Elgin will make it more difficult to see and care for their medically fragile children.
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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."
White Sox fall to Red Sox for 10th loss in last 13 games
The White Sox are looking to avoid just their second 100-loss season in 53 years.
Chicago man charged with carjacking on South Side
Police arrested 30-year-old Keyruni Buford on Wednesday, in the 2400 block of East 79th Street.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Fall begins
Temperatures will flirt with 80 degrees inland.
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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."
Brown, Purple Line trains snagged after woman is hit by train
Service on the Purple Line from the Loop through Evanston and into Wilmette has been suspended altogether.
Cook County Crime Stoppers offers reward for information in 12-year-old girl's 2018 murder
She'Nyah O'Flynn was returning home after celebrating a cousin's graduation, and was holding her baby cousin when the shots rang out.
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White Sox fall to Red Sox for 10th loss in last 13 games
The White Sox are looking to avoid just their second 100-loss season in 53 years.
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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.
Hospital changed disposal procedures after CBS 2 bought empty COVID-19 vaccine vials
After a pharmacy director admitted selling "empty" COVID vaccine vials to CBS 2, the hospital changed policy to protect the public.
Former state inspector Jose Guillen expected to plead guilty to lying about groping women
Guillen was indicted last year on four counts of deprivation of civil rights and one count of obstruction of justice
Electric rental car breaks down, traps Gurnee mom, daughter inside
They turned to CBS 2 Investigators for help after they then got stuck with a big bill.
New fraud targets doctors, nurses and other medical professionals
You can help us for an upcoming investigation focusing on fraud by filling out a short survey.
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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
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.
Chime customer frustrated by slow response after bogus $1,200 charge
She was yet another victim who didn't get their money back until CBS 2 got involved.
Hackers post crude content on Schaumburg spa's Facebook page
While Noelle Fredrick frequently has to straighten up her spa workspace, but what she can't seem to tidy up is her 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
After a pharmacy director admitted selling "empty" COVID vaccine vials to CBS 2, the hospital changed policy to protect the public.
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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White Sox fall to Red Sox for 10th loss in last 13 games
The White Sox are looking to avoid just their second 100-loss season in 53 years.
Taillon pitches 6 scoreless as Cubs blank Rockies
Seiya Suzuki and Jared Young each hit two-run homers, Jameson Taillon pitched six scoreless innings and the struggling Chicago Cubs improved their playoff chances with a 6-0 win over the Colorado Rockies Friday.
Bears vs. Chiefs: 3 things to watch in Sunday's Week 3 matchup
The Bears are not a dumpster fire, but fans understandably are trying to locate the nearest exit just two games into the season.
Cubs lose again to Pirates for 10th loss in 13 games
The Cubs are now tied with the Miami Marlins for the final National League wild card spot.
Poles says Bears aren't panicking after 0-2 start, Williams' resignation
Poles also reaffirmed his confidence in Matt Eberflus as the coach of the Bears and said he's done a great job, and he has faith in him as a defensive playcaller.
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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."
Elgin church recreates program from 1893 at pipe organ concert
Renowned organist Douglas Cleveland performed the exact program that historically acclaimed organist Clarence Eddy performed 130 years ago.
Drew Barrymore says talk show will not return until "strike is over"
"I have listened to everyone, and I am making the decision to pause the show's premiere until the strike is over," Barrymore wrote on Instagram.
Lifelong friends compete in absurd challenges on "Buddy Games"
Six teams of lifelong friends join host Josh Duhamel at a stunning lake house where they compete in absurd physical and mental challenges.
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Chicago First Alert Weather: Fall begins early Saturday morning
CBS 2 Meteorologist Mary Kay Kleist has your 10 p.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Friday, Sept. 22, 2023.
$15,000 reward for information about shooting death of girl, 12
She’Nyah O’Flynn was shot and killed by a stray bullet around 11:20 p.m. Thursday, July 14, 2018, as she exited a car on the West Side.
Search on for armed robbers who targeted two mail carriers
The robberies happened on the same block in Humboldt Park.
Striking autoworkers at Chicago area parts distribution centers are prepared for long haul
U.S. Sen. Tammy Duckworth (D-Illinois) stopped by a Stellantis parts distribution center in Naperville to offer her backing of the strike. CBS 2's Jermont Terry reports.
More employees hit picket lines in United Auto Workers strike
Across 20 states from coast to coast, approximately 5,600 more autoworkers walked off the job at 38 parts distribution centers belonging to GM and Chrysler parent Stellantis on Friday. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports.
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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.
Cook County Crime Stoppers offers reward for information in 12-year-old girl's 2018 murder
She'Nyah O'Flynn was returning home after celebrating a cousin's graduation, and was holding her baby cousin when the shots rang out.
Suspect in murder of Romeoville family was ordered to not have guns
Nathaniel Huey Jr. also had a lengthy criminal past, and was denied a FOID card by state police.
Suspect charged with strangling woman in garage had violent history
Prosecutors said the victim, Sierra Jamison, had known the accused man for 10 years and started a romantic relationship with him.
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.
