Actor Jussie Smollett loses appeal of conviction
The Illinois Appellate Cout has upheld Smollett's disorderly conduct conviction for staging a hate crime.
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Appeals court to hear arguments in Jussie Smollett case
The legal saga continues for former Empire actor Jussie Smollett, who is now trying to avoid jail time. On Tuesday, an Illinois appeals court panel will hear arguments from his attorneys, who say that his convictions should be tossed out.
Years after being exonerated of murder, Wayne Washington's name is fully cleared
We uncovered Washington's story last year, when he took his fight for his innocence all the way to the Illinois Supreme Court.
Appellate court rules former President Trump due $1 million refund on Chicago hotel
The ruling caps a years-long fight.
Illinois Appellate Court keeps assault weapons ban on hold for specific gun owners
The temporary restraining order only means the law cannot be enforced for those particular 866 people and gun businesses who were plaintiffs in the downstate lawsuit.
Appellate Court upholds restraining order on assault weapons ban
The temporary restraining order only means the law cannot be enforced for those particular 866 people and gun businesses who were plaintiffs in the downstate lawsuit.
Court overturns contempt citations for DCFS director
More than 10 times this year, a judge held DCFS Director Marc Smith in contempt of court for failing children. The rulings involved kids being left in hospitals longer than necessary.
Appellate Court overturns 10 contempt rulings against DCFS Director Marc Smith
The higher court did say however, that the lower court judge – former Cook County Public Guardian Patrick Murphy - was trying to address a widespread problem and that Smith has fallen "woefully short."
After 35 years, two men released from prison with sentences vacated in 1986 arson, murder
It was an emotional night as the men's families and supporters prepared to welcome them home.
Court reinstates Chicago Public Schools' right to enforce COVID vaccine mandate
On April 8, a judge in downstate Sangamon County had blocked CPS from taking disciplinary action against six teachers who had challenged the rule.
Will Jussie Smollett ever be put back in jail for his conviction?
CBS 2 Legal Analyst Irv Miller has some analysis on what lies ahead now that an Illinois Appellate Court panel has ordered Jussie Smollett released from jail.
Appellate Court orders Jussie Smollett's release from jail six days into sentence
CBS 2's Charlie De Mar reports from the Cook County Jail as we await Smollett's release, while Legal Analyst Irv Miller explains the appellate justices' reasoning.
Court Dismisses Pritzker's Appeal Of School Mask Mandate Ruling; Governor Will Take Case To Illinois Supreme Court
"The Governor is disappointed in the appellate court's decision and concerned for the health of those in schools – particularly vulnerable children and adults – and the ability to continue in-person learning," a Pritzker spokesperson said.
Illinois Supreme Court Rules Markham Mayor Roger Agpawa May Remain In Office Despite Felony Conviction
The Illinois Supreme Court on Thursday ruled that Markham Mayor Roger Agpawa may remain in office despite a 1999 federal mail fraud conviction – reversing a lower court ruling.
Legal Battle Keeps Markham Mayor Roger Agpawa From Being Sworn In For Another Term -- Who Is Running The City?
Roger Agpawa, the mayor of south suburban Markham, was supposed to be sworn in for a second term on Thursday – but he was not.
Markham Mayor Roger Agpawa Says He's Prepared To Go To Illinois Supreme Court To Fight Ruling He's Ineligible To Hold Office
Embattled Markham mayor Roger Agpawa said Sunday that he is prepared to go to the Illinois Supreme Court to stay in office after winning reelection.
Appeals Court Rules Markham Mayor Roger Agpawa Ineligible To Hold Public Office
Two weeks after he appeared to win re-election, an Illinois Appellate Court panel has ruled Markham Mayor Roger Agpawa is not eligible to hold public office in Illinois, due to a 1999 federal mail fraud conviction.
City Going To Court Tuesday To Keep Police Misconduct Records Sealed
City lawyers are headed back to court Tuesday morning, to try and keep hundreds of police misconduct records from being released.
Illinois Supreme Court Chooses Appellate Court Judge Robert Carter To Replace Justice Thomas Kilbride For Two Years
One week after Illinois Supreme Court Justice conceded defeat in his bid for retention to a third 10-year term, the state's highest court has unanimously chosen Illinois Appellate Court Justice Robert Carter to fill Kilbride's seat until the next election in 2022.
Jason Van Dyke Drops Appeal Of Conviction In Murder Of Laquan McDonald
Former Chicago Police Officer Jason Van Dyke has dropped his appeal of his 2018 conviction for the murder of 17-year-old Laquan McDonald.
Gov. JB Pritzker Appeals After Judge Grants Stay-At-Home Exemption To Clay County Resident, Tanning Salon
James Mainer is challenging the governor's authority to extend his stay-at-home order beyond the first 30 days of his original disaster proclamation.
Rep. Darren Bailey Asks Appellate Court To Vacate Restraining Order, Plans Amended Lawsuit Against Stay-At-Home Order
Clay County Circuit Court Judge Michael McHaney on Monday granted Bailey a temporary restraining order exempting him, and him alone, from the governor's extended stay-at-home order.
IHSA Drops Appeal Of Ruling That Allowed CPS Cross-Country Runners To Advance
The Illinois High School Association has dropped its appeal against Chicago Public Schools athletes.
Illinois Court Upholds Dismissal Of Suit Against Hastert
The unnamed accuser says Hastert abused him when he stopped to use a bathroom at a Yorkville building outside Chicago. He says Hastert warned him not to go to police.
Chicago Judge George Leighton Dies At Age 105
The city is mourning the loss of George Leighton. Leighton was a giant in Chicago's legal community and has a courthouse named after him.
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Man shot and killed out of Chicago's Ogilvie Transportation Center
He was taken to Stroger Hospital where he died.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Warmer day Thursday
Mild conditions linger Friday with rain arriving at night into Saturday.
Crowds, record day of revenue point to comeback on Chicago's Magnificent Mile
According to The Magnificent Mile Association, a record $31.7 million in revenue was set in November on a single day.
DePaul now 1-7 after getting routed by Texas A&M
The Blue Demons lost their fifth straight.
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3 killed in shooting at UNLV, suspect dead, police say
Las Vegas police said three people were killed and one person was wounded after a shooting on the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, campus.
After pulling plug on Brighton Park migrant tent camp, Morgan Park site still on the table
Sources said the tents from Brighton Park will be taken down and brought to a second possible camp location in Morgan Park.
Two men detail their claims of abuse at a place where young children were sent for help
This is national story now percolating right here in Chicago - allegations brought forward in a federal lawsuit by children now grown.
Crowds, record day of revenue point to comeback on Chicago's Magnificent Mile
According to The Magnificent Mile Association, a record $31.7 million in revenue was set in November on a single day.
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Two men detail their claims of abuse at a place where young children were sent for help
This is national story now percolating right here in Chicago - allegations brought forward in a federal lawsuit by children now grown.
Foxx calls findings on how many Black women were victims of crime in 2022 "jarring"
Foxx is one of a handful of local, state, and national leaders responding a CBS 2 series of reports, Investigating Injustice: Black Women At Risk.
Chicago's enters new deal with crime database from same company as ShotSpotter
As CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey reported, the way the public found out about the deal CrimeTracer was surprising.
Chicago woman says towing company demanded over $10,000 to get her car back
Elaine Kelly said when she finally got it back, her car appeared more damaged - with the inside was ransacked and some of her personal property missing.
Man called to report SUV on train tracks in Michigan, but Amtrak train hit it anyway
Amtrak said they were never notified of the SUV on the tracks before the crash last week, was despite a warning call a full 41 minutes earlier.
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Wisconsin judge upholds earlier ruling that state law permits abortions
Judge Diane Schlipper ruled an 1849 Wisconsin law prohibits someone from attacking a woman in an attempt to kill her unborn child but doesn't apply to consensual medical abortions.
Nearly $5 billion in additional student loan forgiveness approved
This latest $4.8 billion in relief brings the grand total of approved debt cancellation by the administration to $132 billion for over 3.6 million Americans.
Trump says he would be a dictator only on "Day One" if he wins a second term
Former President Donald Trump would not say whether he plans to go after political opponents if he were re-elected president .
Four highlights from the fourth Republican presidential debate in Tuscaloosa
Just four candidates faced off in Tuscaloosa Wednesday night, the smallest field yet on a 2024 GOP presidential debate stage.
Concern rises among Chicago universities, students about antisemitism, Islamophobia
Pro-Israel and pro-Palestine rallies have been seen at universities across the Chicago area.
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Privacy concerns at Chicago parking garage prompt proposed law change
Not only did CBS 2 hear from more upset customers, but also from Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias.
St. Charles residents flee senior community after 300% increase in costs
Over the last several weeks, the Saint Charles senior living community has become a bit of a ghost town.
Rivers Casino Des Plaines warns of data breach affecting customer, staffer information
Casino officials said on Thursday, Nov. 2, they determined hackers got into their system and stole personal information about Rivers Casino staffers, customers, and online sports book customers.
Illinois congressman steps in after feds fail to reimburse COVID-19 testing labs
We previously told you about small business owner Janine Morabito's struggle after getting stiffed by Uncle Sam. There are several others in the same boat.
Consumer watchdog lists '10 Worst Toys' for 2023, highlights child safety concerns
W.A.T.C.H. – World Against Toys Causing Harm – issued a list Wednesday of toys they said are hazardous and should not be in children's hands.
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Panera's caffeine-fueled lemonade cited in second death, suit says
Casual dining chain faces another wrongful death suit related to its Charged Lemonade after cardiac arrest of Florida man.
Slow COVID-19 booster rollout cost thousands of lives, new study says
Researchers estimated that through June 2022, if the U.S. moved at a faster pace to approve it and get people boosted, an estimated 29,000 lives could have been saved.
UChicago study finds fatty acid found in some red meat can help fight cancer
Before you grab your steak knife, the scientists emphasize that the point of the study is not to advise people to eat more red meat.
Northwestern student says he was hit by norovirus outbreak, and it sent him to ER
The City of Evanston has linked the outbreak to the Big Wig Tacos & Burritos at 950 Church St. in downtown Evanston, which had a $1 burrito night for Northwestern students this past weekend.
Norovirus outbreak linked to $1 burrito special for Northwestern University students
Investigators have learned that people reported stomach cramps, vomiting, and diarrhea after eating at Big Wig Tacos & Burritos.
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Crowds, record day of revenue point to comeback on Chicago's Magnificent Mile
According to The Magnificent Mile Association, a record $31.7 million in revenue was set in November on a single day.
Who is moving into those vacant Bed, Bath & Beyond stores?
Who will be moving into closed Bed, Bath & Beyond stores nationwide and in the Chicago area? Court documents provide some clues.
South Shore yoga studio strives for inclusive, calm vibe
It's Small Business Saturday 2023, a big day to highlight the success of entrepreneurs who started small and are working hard to make it big.
Shoppers turn out in Ravenswood for Small Business Saturday
Three of the trolleys were running on Small Business Saturday, making eight stops in Ravenswood so people could visit their favorite shops.
Chicago's Berlin nightclub closes doors; union says club made "wrong decision"
Berlin announced that "the party" ended at 5 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 19.
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DePaul now 1-7 after getting routed by Texas A&M
The Blue Demons lost their fifth straight.
DeMar DeRozan scores 29 points, Bulls beat short-handed Hornets
Nikola Vucevic had 20 and 11 rebounds for the Bulls and Coby White added 19 points.
Amid questions over future with Bears, Fields isn't worried about the noise
The final stretch of the season could be Fields' last chance to show he's the quarterback of the future, and the Bears don't need to draft his replacement.
Blackhawks fall to Predators in shootout for fourth consecutive loss
Connor Bedard scored in the shootout for the 'Hawks, but Tyler Johnson was stopped by Juuse Saros.
Loyola gets knocked off by Tulsa, falls to 5-4
Jayden Dawson led the way for the Ramblers (5-4) with 26 points.
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'BOOP! The Betty Boop Musical' premieres at Chicago's CIBC Theatre
The show runs through Christmas Eve.
Norman Lear, legendary TV producer, dies at age 101
Norman Lear created groundbreaking shows like "All in the Family," "Maude" and "The Jeffersons" that took on serious social issues with humor.
Taylor Swift is TIME's 2023 Person of the Year
"This is the proudest and happiest I've ever felt," Taylor Swift told TIME after being named the magazine's Person of the Year for 2023.
Rolling Stones announce second concert in Chicago in June 2024
Tickets for the tour go on sale on Dec. 1. For those who signed up, the presale for tickets went live on Wednesday.
American Blues Theater opens permanent home on Lincoln Avenue in Chicago
The new venue features two theater spaces – a 137-seat proscenium and a 40-seat rehearsal studio.
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Las Vegas shooting: 3 killed at UNLV, suspect dead, police say
Three people were killed and one person was wounded in a shooting on the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, campus Wednesday afternoon, police said.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Warmer day Thursday
CBS 2 meteorologist Mary Kay Kleist has the forecast.
A first look at the McDonald's concept CosMc's
The "small-format, beverage-led" concept has its first pilot location in Bolingbrook.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Breezy, much warmer Thursday and Friday
CBS 2 Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon has your 10 p.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2023.
'BOOP: The Betty Boop Musical' opens in Chicago
The show made its pre-Broadway premiere at the CIBC Theatre Wednesday night.
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Billboards in Kansas City seek information on fugitives with ties to Chicago
They are among 15 people who have been indicted in the case out of U.S. District Court in the Western District of Missouri.
Police officer from Elgin, Illinois faces child pornography charges
Officer Jordan Collins was taken into custody while on duty Monday.
Former NFL player Sergio Brown pleads not guilty to murder of his mother
An autopsy determined Myrtle Simmons-Brown died from blunt force trauma. Prosecutors said Brown's DNA was found under her nails.
Eugene McLaurin pleads guilty to shooting CPD officer, 2 ATF agents in Morgan Park in 2021
The officer and agents were conducting an undercover investigation when Eugene McLaurin mistook them for rival gang members.
3 killed in shooting at UNLV, suspect dead, police say
Las Vegas police said three people were killed and one person was wounded after a shooting on the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, campus.
