Last day to apply for ComEd's Powering the Holidays Grant
The program is awarding up to $45,000 in funding, but the application closes Friday night.
Holiday Season
Last day to apply for ComEd's holiday "Powering the Holidays" grant program
The program awards up to $45,000 in funds.
Kwanzaa celebrations happening at Malcolm X College Tuesday
Activities include a procession and drum call to begin the program, live performances, and shopping from local vendors.
Chicago Park District's holiday tree recycling program starts next week
The holiday tree recycling event kicks off next Saturday.
Southwest Airlines passengers wait hours, some even days, to get their flight
"I travel quite a bit, and this is a first on a lot of levels."
Brookfield Zoo's Holiday Magic lights event runs through New Year's Eve
The display features two million lights and many are synchronized to music.
Operation North Pole returns this year, helping families with sick kids
"These families have been going through a lot. It's been a tougher time, and being able to be a small part of helping them through the holidays is the biggest part for me."
Kwanzaa celebrations at Chicago's Bronzeville Children's Museum
The museum is celebrating Umoja, which means "unity" and it's one of the seven principles of Kwanzaa.
NICU babies at Lurie Children's get a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus
Some of the babies have compromised immune systems, so Santa and Mrs. Claus had to wear protective gear over their red suits.
2's Got Your Ticket: 'Who's Holiday'
Back by popular demand this holiday season, a satirical sequel to "How the Grinch Stole Christmas."
Winter storm affects busiest time of year for Glen Ellyn small businesses
There were some shoppers along the main street in the village where many small businesses rely heavily on shoppers during the holiday season. For some, it’s their biggest time of year.
Black Village Foundation hosting 3rd annual Toy Drive
Five-thousand gifts will be distributed to kids in the West Garfield neighborhood.
Chicago shoppers pack the stores to avoid the severe storm on Thursday
"Even though I'm a millennial, in recent years, I have been writing down everything on a list of things I need. And I actually got everything that I needed."
Greyhound's 'Home Free' program helping those in need return home for the holidays
The bus company says it's giving runaway, homeless, and exploited people between 12 and 21 years old a free ride.
Memory of Chicago nurse lives on with holiday gifts to hospital patients
"For us to be able to give back, there's a tremendous sense that we're doing what she would want us to do in her absence. Her spirit lives on through these stockings."
Holiday Magic Light Show continues at Brookfield Zoo through end of the month
Back for its 41st year, more than two million twinkling lights are set up in dazzling displays including a 41-foot-tall Christmas tree.
ChiGivesBack hosting 6th annual toy drive on Near North Side
As you do some last-minute shopping this holiday season, consider buying an extra toy for a child in need.
'Holidays in Aurora' will feature Trolley, shopping Saturday
It's the last weekend before Christmas, and downtown Aurora is wrapping up the holidays with a bang.
Santa along with FOP delivering gifts, food to families in Calumet city
The Calumet City Fraternal Order of Police will accompany Santa to deliver gifts and food baskets.
Winter Kickback Series in West Garfield Park returns
Saturday's free event is in West Garfield Park at Tilton Park near Kenton and Maypole.
'Mother Wade' hosts toy giveaway at her South Side restaurant
Wade said they're hosting another event on December 22nd.
Roseland Community Hospital hosting annual toy drive for South Side families Saturday
Elves will be handing out toys and gifts including board games, dolls, sporting equipment, and books.
'Holidaze' at Lincoln Park Zoo for adults starts Thursday night
Head to the Lincoln Park Zoo website to get tickets.
Free toy store helping families in need in Lake Zurich
More than a hundred local families have been invited to shop for holiday gifts for their children, and it’s all free.
Elgin Fire Department hosting 8th annual winter clothing drive through Christmas
So far, they've collected 400 coats and are still looking for more donations to help those in need.
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SUV left split in half after crash in Schererville, Indiana
The crash happened Saturday night near Route 30 and Burr Street.
Girl who beat cancer travels to watch Bears game in Kansas City
Sophie Nieves, 12, battled Leukemia for more than two years and was just declared cancer-free last month.
Walgreens apologizes for canceling COVID-19 vaccine appointments
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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."
86-year-old man killed in Auburn Gresham shooting
Chicago police said the victim was found outside with a gunshot wound to the left thigh.
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Female Illinois firefighters train and learn from other female firefighters
Some 35 women brought their gear from departments all across the state.
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After a pharmacy director admitted selling "empty" COVID vaccine vials to CBS 2, the hospital changed policy to protect the public.
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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
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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
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
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Silver Cross NICU like a second home for some new parents
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Two people in DuPage County die from West Nile Virus
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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
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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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Altmyer bounces back, leads Illini win over Florida Atlantic, 23-17
Luke Altmyer threw a touchdown pass and ran for another and Isaiah Williams caught eight passes for 120 yards to lead Illinois to a 23-17 win over Florida Atlantic in a non-conference game.
Bellinger hits tiebreaking sacrifice fly as Cubs beat Rockies 6-3
Cody Bellinger hit a tiebreaking sacrifice fly in the seventh inning, and the Chicago Cubs topped the Colorado Rockies 6-3 to improve their position in the NL wild-card standings.
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.
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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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First Alert Weather: Nice weather continues, rain chances later in the day
More clouds today but rain chances look to hold off until overnight.
Crash in Shererville, Indiana leaves SUV split in half
Other car parts also littered the intersection.
12-year-old who beat cancer travels to watch Bears game in Kansas City
There was a special sendoff at O'Hare International Airport for a special kid on Saturday. Sophie Nieves, 12, battled Leukemia for more than two years and was just declared cancer-free last month.
Group of flamingos spotted on Lake Michigan in Wisconsin
Now here's something you don't see everyday, or ever: flamingos in Wisconsin.
Walgreens apologizes for canceling COVID-19 vaccine appointments due to supply delay
Walgreens is responding to questions about COVID-19 vaccine appointments getting canceled at some of its pharmacies.
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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.
