IDOT finishes $82 million improvement of I-57 in Chicago, south suburbs
A big road construction project has been completed on the city's South Side and in the south suburbs.
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IDOT worker hit, injured along Bishop Ford Expressway
Illinois State Police said a driver went off the road and onto the shoulder. They hit the worker's truck and another vehicle.
On Illinois highways, IDOT spends millions to clean up bags of trash
In 2022, crews picked up 70 tons of litter. To date in 2023, they've collected about 47 tons.
Two people hurt after semi slams into IDOT vehicles
A semi hit three IDOT maintenance trucks on the inbound Bishop Ford Freeway near 130th Street.
IDOT struggles to keep up with graffiti on Chicago area expressways
Anyone driving into downtown Chicago can't afford traffic – and now they're not enjoying the visual experience while stuck in traffic either.
IDOT has hard time keeping up with graffiti problem on area expressways
Anyone driving into downtown Chicago can’t afford traffic – and now they’re not enjoying the visual experience while stuck in traffic either. CBS 2's Jermont Terry reports.
I-PASS teams up with CheckFreePay for payment services
The tollway switched to all-electronic payments during the COVID-19 pandemic.
$150 million Kennedy Expressway construction project begins Monday
The Illinois Department of Transportation said the Kennedy will be under construction for three years.
$150 million Kennedy expressway rehab starts Monday
Traffic on the Kennedy Expressway is about to become a whole new world of hurt for commuters come Monday night, as workers begin a lengthy construction project.
Lanes of I-55 bridge over Route 53 reopen after pothole repairs
Workers poured a concrete patch on Tuesday, but cold temperatures have slowed the curing process.
Major Kennedy Expressway rehab project begins Monday
Traffic on the Kennedy Expressway is about to become a whole new world of hurt for commuters come Monday night, as workers begin a lengthy construction project.
IDOT will answer questions ahead of construction on Kennedy Expressway
IDOT engineers will be answering questions about what drivers should expect Wednesday morning.
Lanes closed on I-55 bridge over Route 53 near Bolingbrook for repairs
The closures happen the day after a large pothole caused significant delays on I-55 in the area.
Police search for driver who hit IDOT truck on Dan Ryan
Police are searching for the driver of a car that hit an Illinois Department of Transportation truck on the Dan Ryan Expressway overnight.
Temperatures above freezing helping plows keep expressways clear of snow and ice
Illinois Department of Transportation public information officer Maria Castaneda said the warmer temperatures have been helping keep the state’s expressways clear Wednesday morning, but as temperatures drop tonight, slushy spots, bridges, and overpasses could freeze.
Officials: Be prepared to change plans for the road with snowstorm
With strong winds expected, IDOT is already prepared for blowing and drifting snow.
Officials gear up for snow on roadways with winter storm coming
The Illinois Department of Transportation advises that people should stay off the roads if they can. CBS 2's Tara Molina reports.
IDOT gears up for snow on Illinois roadways
Gearing up for that snow, wind, and freezing temperatures, IDOT is at the ready. CBS 2's Tara Molina reports.
Jane Byrne Interchange now open with some closures expected overnight
For the first time in nearly a decade traffic is moving smoothly along the Jane Byrne Interchange as the remaining ramps and lanes reopened Friday morning.
'It's been very hectic': Work on the Jane Byrne Interchange is almost finished
"You're dropping the speed. You're trying to interface between Ida B. Wells, and basically the rest of the interstate system. It's a tall order."
'I was being double billed': Driver gets mysterious charges after using Chicago Tollway, until CBS 2 got involved
"When CBS calls, they suddenly find their laptop and phones and act, but when average regular person calls and say there's a problem, you get dismissed."
IDOT announces 4 day lane closures on I-80 in Joliet starting Monday
Motorists are advised to pay close attention to flaggers, workers, and equipment in the work zones.
IDOT announces I-55 in Will County will receive $93 million upgrade
I-55 in Will County is about to get a $93 million facelift.
Glenwood man crashes into IDOT truck; charged with DUI
A Glenwood man is charged after crashing into two vehicles including an IDOT truck early Sunday morning.
Scammers Are Impersonating Nearly Every Illinois State Department In Phishing Schemes, And People Are Falling For It
The Illinois Secretary of State, Department of Labor, Department of Employment Security, and Department of Transportation - we've tracked the scams that all of those state departments are dealing with right now.
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Bears among teams discussing Michigan's Harbaugh as potential hire
Will Harbaugh finally make the leap back to the pros?
Suburban Chicago serves up pickleball championships this weekend
It's the fastest-growing sport in the country - and on Friday it's taking over Rosemont.
Body pulled from Chicago River near Michigan Avenue, CFD says
Fire crews assisted police with pulling the body out of the river near Michigan Avenue around 9:50 a.m.
Chicago First Alert Weather: On and off rain this weekend
According to CBS 2 Chief Meteorologist, Albert Ramon, there's a slight chance the rain could be mixed with wet snow, but mainly for areas northwest of Chicago near the Wisconsin state line.
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Jussie Smollett conviction upheld by Illinois appeals court
The three-judge panel affirmed the conviction by a 2-1 vote.
Residents escape overnight fire in west suburban Cicero
Red Cross volunteers are working with residents displaced by the fire.
As Chicago winters become warmer with less snow, overnight parking rules persist
Since 1980, Chicago's overnight ban prevents motorists from parking on roughly 100 miles of city streets, and about 95% of the time there was no plowable snow.
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Bears among teams discussing Michigan's Harbaugh as potential hire
Will Harbaugh finally make the leap back to the pros?
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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.
Could 'design flaw' blamed for Yellow Line accident be a broader problem on the CTA?
The National Transportation Safety Board said the Chicago Transit Authority was operating on out-of-date information with regard to stopping lengths.
After 38 are injured when CTA train hits snowplow, questions about what went wrong
National Transportation Safety Board investigators will be digging into the train crash - piece by piece.
Parents furious after girls are subjected to racist taunts at Minooka Community High
Minooka Community High School has faced allegations of tolerating racism in the classroom before.
Fallen Chicago firefighter Andrew Price remembered as a "light of sunshine"
Price's body was escorted to the Medical Examiner's office alongside his friends and family on Monday.
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Sandra Day O'Connor, first woman on the Supreme Court, dies at 93
Sandra Day O'Connor was appointed to the U.S. Supreme Court by President Ronald Reagan in 1981, and she retired in 2006.
George Santos expelled from Congress in historic House vote
Rep. George Santos is just the sixth House member in U.S. history to be expelled and the first in more than 20 years.
Emotions run high as Evanston commission weighs resolution for Israel-Hamas cease-fire
People lined up to let city leaders know where they stand on the emotional issue.
As Chicago winters become warmer with less snow, overnight parking rules persist
Since 1980, Chicago's overnight ban prevents motorists from parking on roughly 100 miles of city streets, and about 95% of the time there was no plowable snow.
Henry Kissinger, influential and controversial diplomat, dies at age 100
Henry Kissinger, known for his practice of "realpolitik," was credited with helping thaw relations between the U.S. and China. But he was also accused of alleged war crimes.
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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.
Whereabouts of Chicago area woman's 2019 tax return is a mystery for more than three years
CBS 2's Lauren Victory unraveled what went wrong.
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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.
Peaches, plums, nectarines recalled due to deadly listeria outbreak
CDC investigating fruit from HMC Farms after one person died and 10 are hospitalized following a listeria outbreak.
Another eye drop recall pulls 28 products from store shelves
Kilitch Healthcare India is recalling the products more than three weeks after the FDA warned against their use.
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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.
Chicago's Big Shoulders Coffee tops list of best independent coffee shops
"With multiple locations in the Chicago area, Big Shoulders Coffee is a must-stop for no-nonsense artisan beans, roasted to perfection," USA Today wrote.
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Bears among teams discussing Michigan's Harbaugh as potential hire
Will Harbaugh finally make the leap back to the pros?
Vucevic and White lead the way as Bulls beat Bucks in OT
The Bulls trailed 110-109 in overtime when Vucevic cut for a dunk with 2:28 remaining, sparking an eight-point run.
Illinois State knocks off UIC
The Flames (5-3) were led in scoring by Filip Skobalj, who finished with 17 points.
Compher, Fabbri each score 2 goals as Red Wings beat Blackhawks 5-1
Bedard, meanwhile, was so frustrated by Chicago's power play in the pivotal second period that he broke his stick hitting it against the boards before going the bench.
Ronaldo hit with $1 billion lawsuit for endorsing Binance NFTs
The $1 billion lawsuit alleges Portuguese soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo's promotion of the NFTs led people into costly and unsafe investments.
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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.
Daryl Hall gets restraining order against John Oates
The pair made up the pop rock duo Hall & Oates, and put out 18 studio albums together.
"Blue Bloods" wrapping up in 2024 after its 14th season
A long-time anchor to the Network's successful Friday night lineup, "Blue Bloods" is Friday's #1 primetime program and the #3 broadcast drama on television.
The Rolling Stones tour coming to Chicago's Soldier Field in June
The Solider Field show is scheduled for June 27, 2024.
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Suburban Chicago pickleball championships this weekend
The U.S. Indoor Championship is taking place and CBS 2's Marissa Perlman reports from Rosemont for the Association of Pickleball Players' (APP) final event of 2023.
Chicago police, fire pull body from Chicago River near Michigan Avenue
Fire crews assisted police with pulling the body out of the river near Michigan Avenue just before 10 a.m
Holiday To Do List: Events happening across Chicago
Jason Lesniewicz of Choose Chicago shares a list of local events that will get you in the holiday spirit.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Rain break on Saturday
CBS 2 Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon has a check on the extended forecast.
Santa Cruise in Lake Geneva delivers holiday fun for all ages
This year the cruise is featuring a candy theme. Passengers can enjoy light displays on the way to Santa's secret hideaway. Visit
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Man accused of human trafficking in Gary after woman says she was held, beaten, forced into sex
He faces charges of sexual human trafficking, criminal recklessness, criminal confinement, and battery, police said.
River North store owner frustrated as thieves hit her business again
The River North building had major damage in yet another crash and grab burglary in Chicago.
Woman whose body was found on side of road in Lake Co. identified
The Lake County Coroner's Office identified the woman as 39-year-old Megan Lewis, a Chicago resident.
CPD officer charged with falsely claiming she was robbed of $5,000
She was charged with felony disorderly conduct and false report of an offense after saying she was robbed when she was off duty, but police said that never happened.
Shooting kills man, wounds three women on Chicago's West Side
Sources said the shooting was believed to be domestic in nature.
