Illinois Senate approves legislation banning cell phones in school classrooms
Gov. JB Pritzker voiced support for the ban in his annual State of the State address in February.
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Gov. JB Pritzker voiced support for the ban in his annual State of the State address in February.
Harmon has until the end of the week to return the money, or he will face a hefty fine.
The bill was introduced last year after a state senator found that a student in his district was allowed to stay in class after sexually assaulting another student.
McConchie, who uses a wheelchair, is leaving politics to launch a nonprofit seeking to improve accessibility for people with disabilities.
The legislation was spurred by the story of a woman who was sexually abused by a teacher, only to have a psychiatrist later testify during her lawsuit that not all cases of sexual abuse are traumatic.
In one comment, Feigenholtz called someone a "truth-sayer" after he criticized Westerners who praise Islam and claimed that Muslims treat women like cattle.
Lawmakers are calling for an audit outside of the executive branch to review claims of abuse at Aunt Martha's, where sexual and physical abuse is alleged to have happened to children in the custody of the Department of Children and Family Services. Megan Hickey reports.
The CBS News Chicago Investigators have been reporting for months on the allegations of sexual and physical abuse to children in DCFS custody at Aunt Martha's Integrated Care Center.
The CBS News Chicago Investigators have been reporting for months on the allegations of sexual and physical abuse to children in the custody of the Department of Children and Family Services at Aunt Martha’s Integrated Care Center. Megan Hickey reports.
The spending plan, which still requires Gov. JB Pritzker's signature, also includes $350 million more for schools, $182 million for migrant shelters and services.
The budget plan increased spending in several areas, including a child tax credit for qualifying children under the age of 12. CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey reports.
State senators worked late Sunday night to pass the spending plan, but the Illinois House went home Saturday. They need to sign off before the massive budget heads to Gov JB Pritzker's desk. CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey reports.
Illinois is now a step closer to approving a $53-billion state budget. The Senate passed it, but the House still has to vote on it.
The legislation was spurred by CBS 2's story of a woman who said she was sexually abused by a teacher at her Chicago Public Schools high school.
The punishment for taking off during a traffic stop is only a misdemeanor in Illinois – and law enforcement leaders are looking to fight back against such offenses, which amount to an ongoing problem. CBS 2's Jermont Terry reports.
The measure now goes to Gov. JB Pritzker, who has voiced support for the legislation.
Gov. Pritzker is also expected to touch on funding for early childhood education – something about which he is known to be passionate.
CBS 2 Investigator Dorothy Tucker reported in November on the problem with identity theft in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.
The new bill in Springfield would collect data from SNAP cards to better track skimming and fraud.
"Domestic violence survivors are already dealing with immense trauma. Why are we taking money out of their pockets, adding more burdens to the reporting process?" State Sen. Dave Koehler said.
the 15-minute pre-vote debate was dominated by senators who are against the ban. CBS 2 Political Investigator Dana Kozlov reports.
The bill now goes back to the state House for reconciliation. CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey has an update.
CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey had a look Monday at other states that have banned the sale of assault weapons. The laws in each of those other states have come with their legal challenges.
The clock is ticking to pass the ban before current lawmakers leave office and newly-elected ones are sworn in Wednesday. CBS 2 Political Investigator Dana Kozlov reports.
The family of Illinois state Sen. Scott Bennett (D-Champaign) said he died surrounded by his wife, family, and loved ones at a hospital in Urbana.
For decades some of the city's brightest students have shown their very best at the Chicago Public Schools science fair, but a Lane Tech senior stole the spotlight this year.
Malena was euthanized after one of the zoo's vets found a developing cancer was keeping her kidneys from functioning properly, causing life-threatening heart arrhythmias.
The White Sox beat the Rangers for the first time since a 7-6 victory on June 20, 2023, in Chicago.
Pete Crow-Armstrong had two home runs — including a go-ahead grand slam in the seventh inning — and drove in six runs as the Chicago Cubs rallied for a 13-6 victory over the Cincinnati Reds.
The top dog in a race among the six iconic Wienermobiles from Oscar Mayer proved to be the one representing the Southeast.
Elias Rodriguez, 31, was charged Thursday with the murder of foreign officials and other crimes in connection with the deaths of Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim.
It is Harvard's second suit against the Trump administration.
President Trump said he would impose steep tariff on Apple unless company starts manufacturing some iPhones in the U.S.
The Supreme Court deadlocked 4-4, blocking the attempt to establish the nation's first religious charter school.
The budget package addresses President Trump's tax, defense and energy priorities. It now heads to the Senate, where hurdles remain.
Sara Hovey and her husband were paying for a mortgage, rent and a litigation attorney, who apparently told her she should have been protected.
Thomas McPeek placed stacks and stacks of bets last year — complicated wagers on football called parlays, where several events all have to happen for the gambler to win.
Back in February, Heather Radin had planned to give only $10 to someone she thought was really in need. She is out $5,000.
The iconic Chicago chain known for its hot dogs and Italian beef sandwiches launched its brand new breakfast offerings in five restaurants Tuesday morning.
The application website is expected to open this summer.
Researchers say the device could detect airborne viruses or bacteria in hospitals or public spaces.
FDA advisers are set to meet Thursday to decide on updates for this fall's COVID shots.
A Wisconsin appeals court judge who was an outspoken supporter of abortion rights in the state Legislature is running for the Wisconsin Supreme Court.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker even singled out Mike Baker of Schaumburg for his efforts.
Salud was the only group in Chicago to receive grant money, and the group held an event full of art, music, and conversations about mental health Thursday night.
Imagine paying $40,000 a year for a business license, yet having a company that can barely make any money. That is the reality facing some cannabis business operators.
In its Sunday edition, the paper published a summer reading list with the titles, authors, and descriptions of 15 books. But it turned out that 10 of those 15 books do not exist.
Christopher Roldan is betting big on the Loop. He just opened Momento in the old Carson Pirie Scott complex at Wabash Avenue and Monroe Street.
The restaurant was recommended to Jay-Z by word of mouth. He specifically asked for short ribs and pound cake.
The new Foxtrot location will open Thursday at 935 W. Webster Ave. — at the southwest corner of the intersection with Bissell Street.
Eight people were found guilty of robbing Kim Kardashian in Paris in 2016. Two defendants were acquitted.
Billy Joel canceled his upcoming tour, including all of his scheduled concerts up to early July 2026, after a recent diagnosis with the brain disorder normal pressure hydrocephalus.
A spring performance at Ravinia is a highlight for the high schoolers.
Wendt grew up in the South Side's Beverly neighborhood — at 92nd Street and Bell Avenue.
George Wendt, the comedian and actor known for his beloved role as Norm on "Cheers," has died.
Chief meteorologist Albert Ramon has the latest First Alert Weather forecast.
For decades, some of the city's brightest students have shown their very best at the Chicago Public Schools science fair, but a Lane Tech senior stole the spotlight this year. Divine Favour Osuji, who just goes by Divine, doesn't just love science, he lives it, and he also lives to help people in need.
Brookfield Zoo Chicago said goodbye on Friday to one of its beloved Amur tigers, Malena. She was euthanized after one of the zoo's vets found a developing cancer was keeping her kidneys from functioning properly, causing life-threatening heart arrhythmias.
The shooting deaths of a young couple who worked at the Israeli Embassy in Washington D.C. has Jewish people on edge in Chicago and around the country. Local Jewish leaders spoke out Friday about extra security measures synagogues and other Jewish facilities and events are taking.
It might bee too chilly to take a dip, but beaches opened for the summer in Chicago on Friday. Meantime, many street festivals across the city also kicked off to start the Memorial Day weekend, the unofficial start to summer.
"Because of what happened in Washington, D.C., every Jewish organization, every Jewish institution is revisiting their security plans, is reviewing their protocols," said Daniel Goldwin, chief public affairs officer of the Jewish United Fund.
It might not feel like summer outside but Memorial Day weekend means beaches are open and preparations for events and parades were underway Friday.
For decades some of the city's brightest students have shown their very best at the Chicago Public Schools science fair, but a Lane Tech senior stole the spotlight this year.
Lt. Oliver Julian Kendall, who went by Judd, is the namesake of the VFW post in his hometown of Naperville, Illinois, but no one knows Judd Kendall's story better than Lew Bresse.
Malena was euthanized after one of the zoo's vets found a developing cancer was keeping her kidneys from functioning properly, causing life-threatening heart arrhythmias.
A suburban woman was forced to wait more than two years to get her mother's remains from an embattled south suburban crematory, only to discover the ashes are not her mom's.
An Indiana man's mother's remains spent months languishing in a south suburban crematory that has been shut down by Illinois officials amid reports of body mishandling.
Extensive delays in making an Illinois state mental health facility ligature-free played a role in the death by suicide of 19-year-old patient Anthony Stringfellow Jr.
A new playground in Chicago's West Pullman neighborhood can capture more than 300,000 gallons of water — which won't flood homes or streets in the community.
The retailer claims he is a victim of SNAP fraud after a rash of bad reviews from theft victims.
The White Sox beat the Rangers for the first time since a 7-6 victory on June 20, 2023, in Chicago.
Pete Crow-Armstrong had two home runs — including a go-ahead grand slam in the seventh inning — and drove in six runs as the Chicago Cubs rallied for a 13-6 victory over the Cincinnati Reds.
The top dog in a race among the six iconic Wienermobiles from Oscar Mayer proved to be the one representing the Southeast.
"Chanel is really good at form. Olivia is going to knock down the pins. She's going to knock them suckers down, okay? That's it," coach Marty Miller said.
The Sky's Angel Reese was 0-for-8 shooting and scored two points. It was the first time since 2021 that she failed to make at least one basket.
Eight people were found guilty of robbing Kim Kardashian in Paris in 2016. Two defendants were acquitted.
The Public Security Ministry said it had never recorded another seizure of the animals, whicgh are a non-native species in Costa Rica.
A SWAT team was called to the scene, and remained active hours later.
Police said a man was angry about the type of cheese on a sandwich he ordered there. He got into a shouting match with an employee, who called her son to help.
The D.C. shooting suspect has been identified as 30-year-old Elias Rodriguez from Chicago.
