Indiana police investigate body piercing operation in high school restrooms
It's unclear whether any students were disciplined for this body-piercing operation.
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Baby ejected from SUV in Northwest Indiana in violent crash
The crash happened Saturday night near Route 30 and Burr Street.
Volunteer groups overwhelmed with migrant crisis growing
Insiders say several buses carrying asylums seekers arrived in Chicago this weekend – in what was the largest number of arrivals for one day. CBS 2's Andrew Ramos reports.
Crash in Shererville, Indiana leaves SUV split in half
Other car parts also littered the intersection.
Police search for suspect after stolen car crashes in northwest Indiana
The driver was able to run away. Despite using a K-9 and a helicopter, police weren't able to find the driver.
Northwest Indiana man says he was lucky not to be sitting where car plowed into his house
A last-minute decision is what possibly saved Robert Panozzo from being struck, or even killed, by the car.
Attorneys for man charged with murders in Delphi, Indiana say white nationalist pagans did it
Allen was arrested last October. His attorneys blame four other people for the murders.
Attorneys for Delphi murder suspect claim deaths were part of pagan ritual
In court filings Monday, attorneys for Richard Allen accused investigators of ignoring critical evidence from the scene – linking the killings to a group called “Odinism.”
Indiana AG files suit over doctor talking about 10-year-old's abortion
The privacy lawsuit came days before state lawmakers filed a disciplinary complaint against the attorney general for alleged professional misconduct.
Indiana attorney general Todd Rokita faces misconduct complaint over remarks about abortion doctor
A complaint has been filed alleging that Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita violated professional conduct rules in statements about a doctor who performed an abortion on a 10-year-old rape victim last year.
Complaint alleges East Chicago nursing home resident assaulted fellow resident
A complaint was filed against an East Chicago, Indiana, nursing home and a sex offender living there. The complaint alleged the 90-year-old man sexually assaulted a fellow resident in the nursing home's care. CBS 2's Suzanne Le Mignot had the latest on the story.
Grandmother sexually assaulted in East Chicago nursing home, family says
"It has torn me apart. My grandmother doesn't deserve this!"
Family: 96-year-old grandmother sexually assaulted in East Chicago nursing home
The accused is a registered sex offender. Weeks after the incident, he's still there, living in the same facility. CBS 2's Suzanne Le Mignot reports details are tough to hear, but important for the safety of people in nursing homes.
Indiana school bus crash with semi leaves driver injured
It happened Thursday night in the northbound lanes of Interstate 65 near Fair Oaks Farm.
Indiana school bus crash with semi leaves driver injured
Authorities arrested a semi-truck driver after leaving the scene of a crash involving a school bus in northwest Indiana. It happened Thursday night in the northbound lanes of Interstate 65 near Fair Oaks Farm.
Semi truck driver arrested after leaving scene of crash involving school bus on I-65
The semi driver suddenly drove away but was later found in the rear of the Love's Truck Stop on S.R. 10 in Jasper County, ISP said.
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.
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg visits Gary, touts infrastructure improvements
Millions of federal dollars will help local manufacturers, ease national supply chain issues, and bring jobs.
5-year-old boy killed by gunshot in Gary, Indiana home
A witness said the gunshot might have been accidental and self-inflicted.
Indiana State Police investigating officer-involved shooting in Marengo
Indiana State Police said officers with the Crawford County Sheriff's Office and English Police Department went to a residence to serve an emergency detention order in Marengo.
Indiana State Police K9 Koda to receive donated protective vest
Koda will receive a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from the nonprofit organization "Vested Interest in K9s, Inc."
Gary bets on new tech development at old Union Station
The city on Thursday unveiled new renderings of what their Union Station will look like following an $8 million renovation.
Funeral held for migrant toddler who died on bus to Chicago
The funeral service for 3-year-old Jismary Alejandra Barboza González was held Thursday at a church in Warsaw, Indiana.
Indiana woman Gayln Morris charged with murdering boyfriend
Prosecutors said Gayln Morris used an Apple AirTag to track down Andres Smith at an area bar in 2022.
Gas stations to close overnight in Hammond, Indiana starting Nov. 1
The plan would allow gas stations to file for an exemption. But it is the approval process for that exemption that has some gas station employees worried about their job security. CBS 2's Sabrina Franza reports.
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Workers at Ford Chicago Assembly Plant join UAW strike
Two weeks into the strike, approximately 25,000 auto workers have now walked off the job nationwide.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Fall into summer-like temps
According to CBS 2 Meteorologist Mary Kay Kleist, a dry ridge of high pressure will dominate our weather picture keeping our weekend feeling like mid-August.
Powerball jackpot grows to $960M
It's listed as the fourth-largest Powerball jackpot in history.
Bears vs. Broncos: 3 things to watch in Sunday's Week 4 matchup
Hollywood loves a reboot, right? Well, this week something's gotta give between the Bears and Broncos.
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Workers at Ford Chicago Assembly Plant join UAW strike
Two weeks into the strike, approximately 25,000 auto workers have now walked off the job nationwide.
"Painkiller: The Tylenol Murders" documentary premieres on Paramount + on October 10
Using hours of exclusive archival footage, the five-part docuseries transports viewers back four decades to the moments after a twisted killer laced Tylenol pills with cyanide and killed seven people in the Chicago area.
Probe finds no evidence Chicago police officers engaged in sexual misconduct with migrants
The Civilian Office of Police Accountability said it has not been able to substantiate any claims that officers engaged in sexual misconduct with asylum seekers at two police stations.
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Chicago First Alert Weather: Fall into summer-like temps
According to CBS 2 Meteorologist Mary Kay Kleist, a dry ridge of high pressure will dominate our weather picture keeping our weekend feeling like mid-August.
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Child care providers face "cliff" with pandemic funds set to expire
The American Rescue Plan funding has helped thousands of child care centers across Illinois pay their staff, upgrade their facilities and keep cots lower for parents.
Victim of botched Chicago police raid in 2017 expected to get $300,000 settlement
Police raided Sharnia Phillips' home while searching for two gang members who had never lived there.
Feds to fund improvements to keep pedestrians off Chicago area railroad tracks
A total of 39 people were killed trespassing on railroad tracks in Illinois last year alone.
Now-dead man suspected in murder of Romeoville family had lengthy criminal record
Nathaniel Huey Jr.'s criminal past should have been a red flag – including a court order banning him from possessing firearms.
Hospital changed disposal procedures after CBS 2 bought empty COVID-19 vaccine vials
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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Migrant housing hearing being held at City Hall Friday
More than 15,000 asylum seekers have arrived in Chicago since last August.
Dianne Feinstein, California senator who broke glass ceilings, dies at 90
Dianne Feinstein was the longest-serving woman in the U.S. Senate as well as the longest-serving senator from California.
Victim of botched Chicago police raid in 2017 expected to get $300,000 settlement
Police raided Sharnia Phillips' home while searching for two gang members who had never lived there.
Seven buses of migrants arrive in Chicago for second day in a row
Late Wednesday night, we were there as adults and small children stepped off one of the buses, and greeted with blankets.
House Republicans outline basis for Biden impeachment inquiry in first hearing
Top Republicans outlined their view of the factual and legal basis for an impeachment inquiry into President Biden in a 30-page memo.
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Nonprofit dance group owed nearly $50,000 for holiday show performance
The company that owed the money also hadn't paid other entities for security and the venue for the show.
Kia, Hyundai models recalled due to fire risk; separate concerns about security flaws persist
Hyundai warned drivers to park their cars outside until they can get the necessary repairs.
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
They accused James Nesbitt of taking off with deposits without completing jobs and complained he didn't respond to customers.
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.
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COVID vaccine during pregnancy helps protect newborns, new study finds
The findings are just the latest to show benefits from COVID vaccination during pregnancy.
Teen who's had two lung transplants gets behind-the-scenes tour of Field Museum
Scientists at the Field Museum showed Josh Burton ways he can still have a career without digging in the dirt.
Northwestern researchers get $45M to develop implant to sense and treat cancer
"From a clinical perspective, this could be a game-changing approach to cancer therapy," said Dr. Jonathan Rivnay.
How to get the new COVID vaccine for free, with or without insurance
Americans still have ways to get vaccinated against COVID-19 at no out-of-pocket cost. Here's what to know.
How FDA's top vaccines official is timing his COVID and flu shots
Can you get your COVID booster and flu shot at the same time? Here's what health experts say.
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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
Grocers Kroger and Albertsons are selling more than 400 stores and other assets to C&S Wholesale Grocers in an approximately $1.9 billion deal as part of their efforts to complete their merger.
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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Bears vs. Broncos: 3 things to watch in Sunday's Week 4 matchup
Hollywood loves a reboot, right? Well, this week something's gotta give between the Bears and Broncos.
Connor Bedard skates in first NHL exhibition game with Blackhawks, who beat Blues in OT
Bedard had two assists.
Cubs get swept by Braves, fall out of position for NL wild card
The Cubs have dropped 13 of 19.
Bears offense sees opportunity for success against Broncos
Getsy pointed to all 11 players on offense needing to be better, not just quarterback Justin Fields.
Vaughn, Moncada homer in White Sox 3-1 win over Diamondbacks
Each team had three hits, and Arizona went 0 for 5 with runners in scoring position.
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Actor Michael Gambon, who played Harry Potter's Dumbledore, dies at 82
Michael Gambon, the British-Irish actor who portrayed Dumbledore in the latter 6 of the 8 "Harry Potter" movies, has died after a bout of pneumonia.
Teri Bristol, Chicago house music DJ, dies at 66
Bristol began DJing in Chicago in the 1980s, and paved the way for a generation of other women DJs.
"Survivor" returns for season 45 Wednesday, Sept. 27 at 8 p.m. ET
Through longer weekly episodes, "Survivor" will take a deeper dive into the players' stories as they're stranded on the stunning islands of Fiji.
Hollywood writers, studios reach tentative deal to end strike
Terms of the deal must still be ratified by the WGA's approximately 11,000 members.
Hundreds of local artists take stages at Chicago Live! at Navy Pier
The event is the Midwest's largest free performing arts festival.
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Ald. Anthony Beale wants voters to decide if Chicago should stay a sanctuary city for migrants
Chicago is a sanctuary city in the midst of a migrant crisis. Thousands of asylum seekers have been dropped off from Texas, with millions taxpayer dollars spent of dollars spent as the city struggles to find the best way to house and care for them. Now two aldermen want to let voters decide if Chicago should maintain its status as a sanctuary city.
Bears vs. Broncos: 3 things to watch in Sunday's Week 4 matchup
Something's gotta give. It's not just a 2003 classic film starring Diane Keaton, Jack Nicholson and Keanu Reeves. Well, this week something's gotta give between the Bears and Broncos. Both teams winless, and this time it's Russell Wilson as the old man still trying to rack up the dubs.
2's Got Your Ticket: The Lehman Trilogy
With 2's Got Your Ticket, CBS 2 Entertainment Reporter Vince Gerasole has a look at the lessons it explores and a conversation with actor Joey Slotnick.
Police searching for man who attempted to sexually assault woman inside home
Police said the man demanded to be let inside the apartment, near 90th and Loomis streets, around 4:30 a.m. When the woman opened the door, she was attacked.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Sunny and warm weekend ahead
CBS 2 Meteorologist Gerard Jebaily has a check on the sunshine-filled weekend forecast.
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Man indicted for murder of Tupac Shakur in 1996 drive-by shooting
A Nevada grand jury indicted Duane "Keffe D" Davis in the long-unsolved killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, prosecutors announced in court Friday.
"Painkiller: The Tylenol Murders" documentary premieres on Paramount + on October 10
Using hours of exclusive archival footage, the five-part docuseries transports viewers back four decades to the moments after a twisted killer laced Tylenol pills with cyanide and killed seven people in the Chicago area.
Good Samaritans step in after woman is robbed, beaten in Little Italy alley
Surveillance video shows the man punching the woman in an attempt to get her purse. Keep in mind this happened at 4 p.m.
Oak Park on alert after armed robberies, carjackings this past weekend
There were four armed robberies, one carjacking, and one aggravated assault that was believed to be an attempted robbery in Oak Park early Sunday.
Several people robbed at South Chicago bus stop
CBS 2 news crews talked with one of the victims who said his iPhone was stolen by a group near 79th Street and Jeffery Boulevard.
