Small Business Saturday invites consumers to shop local
A recent small business economic impact study found that 68 cents of every dollar spent at a small business stays in the local community.
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A recent small business economic impact study found that 68 cents of every dollar spent at a small business stays in the local community.
Two nights ahead of time, some vendors were already preparing for the teeming crowds to come.
From haunted houses to Spirit Halloween stores and more, how does your state rank in Halloween spirit? Our one-of-a-kind jack-o-lantern scale will tell you!
They're not the only ones. The company Amaze Light Festival also owes money to local police and a company that installed decorations for the show.
"Only in Puerto Rico do you reference the three wise men as saints and that is because they are deeply rooted in the Puerto Rican imaginary."
The tree stays up through January 7th.
They include QR codes that make the display even more festive when viewed through your phone's camera.
The theme for this year's celebration is building and sustaining community one principle at a time.
NORAD first started tracking Santa in 1955. This is what it looks like behind the scenes.
So far, there have been five Powerball jackpots won this year.
The event aimed to bring comfort and joy to the families who made the journey to this country.
There are accessible resources for people who might be struggling.
The actor who brings Ebenezer Scrooge to life has been playing the role for 16 years.
In the last four weeks, hospitalizations are skyrocketing for the flu, RSV and COVID-19.
The zoo says their care specialists are always thinking of ways to physically and mentally stimulate the animal.
The millions of people traveling across the country both on the road and in the air could surpass pre-pandemic travel levels.
"The need is very great within these communities."
"We have several large buckets, trays and they fill up within two or three days."
"There is a big need, you know. We try to be gracious with people's time. We know that it's cold. A lot of these people are migrants and unfortunately, they don't have jackets."
One of those deliveries will happen Tuesday night for an 11-year-old battling leukemia in Hoffman Estates. CBS 2 will be there and bring you the story on Wednesday.
It's the 57th year the former secretary of state has coordinated the food drive.
"A Blues Christmas" will feature several Chicago blues legends celebrating the season inside the Aon Ballroom
"It means family and friends. Family (and) friends come together."
"No matter what color, gender, or religion, opinion, or ethnicity you are, you're a Chicagoan."
If you don't have your tree yet, you might get a move on.
The polar vortex is an ever-present, large area of low-pressure and frigid air surrounding the Earth's poles.
True arctic air briefly returns to Chicago with dangerous wind chills by Thursday morning.
Back in 2017, the city promised to replace the smelly windows after the CBS News Chicago Investigators exposed the issue. But just a tiny fraction of the windows in question have been replaced.
It was the fourth straight game in which Jakucionis scored 20 or more points for the Illini (7-2, 1-1 Big Ten), who beat Wisconsin for the ninth consecutive time.
David Skogman led the Blue Demons (7-2) with 22 points and six rebounds. Jacob Meyer added 12 points.
Rep. Nancy Mace wrote in a social media post that she would need a brace for her wrist and ice for her arm — but that she would be fine.
It's unclear if Johnson has the votes to get his budget plan approved by the full council, and critics said the mayor has begun backroom promises to shore up support from those with cold feet.
Homan was a guest at a holiday party hosted by the Law and Order PAC and the Northwest Side GOP Club.
Before the budget can get to the City Council for a full vote, it needs to clear the Finance Committee on Tuesday morning.
This includes a decision on the future of Chicago Public Schools Chief Executive Officer Pedro Martinez.
Back in 2017, the city promised to replace the smelly windows after the CBS News Chicago Investigators exposed the issue. But just a tiny fraction of the windows in question have been replaced.
According to the U.S. Department of Labor, the department's Wage and Hour Division has an open investigation with a HelloFresh facility in Aurora.
Thomas Riolo said he is paying the price for an update to his report that shows damage to his vehicle for which he is not responsible. The damage in question happened before he even owned the car.
While many scoured the internet to look for the best deals Monday, some prefer to shop in person and locally.
On Monday, President-elect Trump specifically promised a 25% tariff on all products coming from Mexico and Canada—in addition to a 10% levy on Chinese goods.
Scientists used the NanoGripper to grab particles from the SARS-CoV2 virus that causes COVID-19.
The program should launch early next year.
Feds find 11 kids illegally employed for at least 4 years at Seaboard Triumph Foods facility in Sioux City, Iowa.
Annesley Clark and Christine Corso were determined to say their vows before it was too late. So when Clark's nurses at Northwestern Medicine heard the couple's story, they jumped right into action.
Little Penelope Lo Destro's parents were about to start their family when there was a terrible diagnosis.
Experts said Tuesday night that the industry is facing hard times because of factors such as slowing sales and diminishing reimbursements—leading to store closures.
The restaurant, at 4806 N. Broadway, announced that it will close its doors for good on Friday, Dec. 20.
According to the U.S. Department of Labor, the department's Wage and Hour Division has an open investigation with a HelloFresh facility in Aurora.
The company said the decision means temporary layoffs of 400 workers—more than half of its workforce.
A judge's overturning of Wisconsin's 13-year-old law that effectively ended collective bargaining for teachers and most state government employees has rekindled a battle over labor rights in a state where the first public sector unions were formed 65 years ago.
Taylor also played two nights at Ravinia this past June.
Mindy Kaling and Morris Chestnut announced the nominations for the 82nd annual Golden Globes, with 10 nominees revealed live on CBS News.
The lawsuit alleges the unidentified girl was raped at a Video Music Awards afterparty in 2000.
Social media sleuths noticed that the house next door to the iconic "Home Alone" house in Winnetka is now up for sale.
Here are the top songs, artists, and albums streamed on Spotify in Chicago this year, according to communications agency Burson Global.
Move over, Frankie Valli. The "Jersey Girls" are bringing energy, harmony and a whole lot of sass to a stage near you this holiday season.
Deerfield-based Walgreens is pushing back on reports that it might sell to a private equity firm.
How did the insurance industry get so broken? This is the question Dr. Bill Hennessey is answering.
If you are looking to give back, the Salvation Army could use your help.
Luigi Mangione, the suspect in last week's killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York City, faced an extradition hearing on murder charges on Tuesday afternoon.
Rep. Nancy Mace wrote in a social media post that she would need a brace for her wrist and ice for her arm — but that she would be fine.
Back in 2017, the city promised to replace the smelly windows after the CBS News Chicago Investigators exposed the issue. But just a tiny fraction of the windows in question have been replaced.
Experts said Tuesday night that the industry is facing hard times because of factors such as slowing sales and diminishing reimbursements—leading to store closures.
People of different faiths gathered all under one roof to bring awareness to end gun violence. The group recognized family, friends, and victims of gun violence.
The polar vortex is an ever-present, large area of low-pressure and frigid air surrounding the Earth's poles.
Back in 2017, the city promised to replace the smelly windows after the CBS News Chicago Investigators exposed the issue. But just a tiny fraction of the windows in question have been replaced.
With thefts across the city at the worst levels in five years, retailers have high hopes for a crackdown on shoplifting by the county's top prosecutor.
So far, the employee, Jillian Desyatnyk, has won the first couple of rounds against the retail giant.
Why does so much of what gets tossed into those blue recycling bins end up in the trash? CBS News Chicago visited the city's largest recycling facility for some answers.
Eight people—four men and four women—were shot around 2 p.m. Monday afternoon in the house at 3511 W. 59th St. in the Chicago Lawn neighborhood.
It was the fourth straight game in which Jakucionis scored 20 or more points for the Illini (7-2, 1-1 Big Ten), who beat Wisconsin for the ninth consecutive time.
David Skogman led the Blue Demons (7-2) with 22 points and six rebounds. Jacob Meyer added 12 points.
Previously, Gould most recently served as football coach at Rolling Meadows High School—a position he took in February.
Horton-Tucker and Dosunmu's Bulls teammates also joined in to handle coaching.
In a post on Instagram on Tuesday, Sandberg, 65, said he's facing "more intensive treatment."
Initial reports indicated that a hand grenade was either discovered or dropped off at the hot dog stand.
The man was shot as many as three times.
Police said, around 7:10 p.m., officers responded to a report of shots fired in a parking lot in the 700 block of South Lake Street.
At least two people broke the glass door at Glitz Car Wash at 2511 W. Augusta Blvd. around 5:40 a.m., according to police.
Luigi Mangione, the suspect in United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson's killing, is fighting his extradition to New York City.
