Chicagoans hold rally for Iranian rapper sentenced to death
Toomaj Salehi has been sentenced to death by hanging for his rap lyrics speaking out against the Islamic Republic of Iran.
Toomaj Salehi has been sentenced to death by hanging for his rap lyrics speaking out against the Islamic Republic of Iran.
U.S. officials are urging calm as the development came nearly a week after Iran fired hundreds of missiles at Israel in response to Israel's deadly strike on an Iranian embassy in Syria. Willie James Inman reports.
The Biden administration says it is working towards "de-escalation" following Israel’s overnight attack on Iran.
This comes less than a week after Iran’s unprecedented retaliatory drone and missile attack on Israel.
Two U.S. officials tell CBS News an Israeli missile has hit Iran in apparent retaliation for the recent drone and missile attack on the Jewish state.
Iran's president says the "tiniest invasion" would bring a "massive and harsh" response.
The world is waiting to see how Israel will respond to Iran's drone and missile attack from over the weekend, but world leaders are urging restraint to avoid a wider regional conflict.
The Middle East has been plunged into deeper uncertainty after Iran launched a massive strike against Israel on Sunday. Iran's drone and missile attack follows a separate attack in which Iran accused Israel of targeting their embassy in Syria.
President Joe Biden is working to set up a meeting with G7 leaders after Iran launched an historic attack against Israel, sending drones and missiles in response to an airstrike on an Iranian consulate in Syria earlier this month.
President's handling hits new lows; Democrats have grown less supportive of aid to Israel.
Israel was targeted Saturday by hundreds of drones and missiles from Iran. Most—but not all-- have been intercepted before detonating.
In a significant escalation of tension in the Middle East, Iran says it has launched drones and ballistic missiles toward Israel in retaliation for an attack in Syria that killed Iranian military commanders.
Israel says 99% of the missiles and drones launched by Iran in an overnight assault were downed by its air defenses, with help from its allies.
Iran blamed Israel and an attack could come now at any moment CBS 2's Erica Brown has the latest from Washington DC.
U.S. officials believe Iran is preparing a retaliatory attack against Israel, possibly within hours. CBS Correspondent Natalie Brand has the latest from Washington D.C.
Americans in Israel have been warned to limit their travel as U.S. officials say Iran is expected to launch an attack on the country as soon as Friday.
U.S. and Israeli officials belief Iran is preparing to retaliate for an Israeli strike on an Iranian consulate in Syria with a “significant” attack on American or Israeli assets in the Middle East this week. U.S. Rep. Darin LaHood (R-Illinois) weighs in on the situation.
The new attacks come as tensions rise following the deaths of three U.S. soldiers.
The new attacks come as tensions rise following the deaths of three U.S. soldiers.
U.S. Central Command reported more than 85 targets hit, including command and control centers, weapons depots, and drone storage facilities all linked to Iran's Revolutionary Guard and affiliated militia groups. It's in response to last month's drone strike that killed three American soldiers.
The U.S. began conducting the airstrikes on Friday against Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and affiliated groups in Syria and Iraq. CBS 2's Marybel Gonzalez reports.
The U.S. began conducting the airstrikes on Friday against Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and affiliated groups.
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin warned Thursday that it was time to take away "even more capability than we've taken in the past."
Several ballistic missiles and rockets were fired by Iranian-backed militants from western Iraq, the Pentagon said.
Chicago 4 Iran hosted a vigil to commemorate the downing of Flight PS752 four years ago Monday.
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Follow live updates as Stormy Daniels testifies at former President Donald Trump's trial in New York.
The judge in the case granted a request by defense attorneys for more time to prepare.
Professor Paul Sereno opened the 6,000-square-foot facility in an old warehouse building on Wabash Avenue, just north of Garfield Boulevard.
The race for the White House tops the ballot Tuesday in Indiana's presidential and state primaries, but voters will also have to settle more competitive contests for governor, Congress, and the state legislature.
Follow live updates as Stormy Daniels testifies at former President Donald Trump's trial in New York.
The race for the White House tops the ballot Tuesday in Indiana's presidential and state primaries, but voters will also have to settle more competitive contests for governor, Congress, and the state legislature.
Milwaukee's election leader has been ousted by the mayor in a surprise move that comes just six months before Wisconsin's largest city will be in the spotlight in the presidential swing state.
This was also the first meeting since the FBI served two subpoenas to the village—in a probe many believe centers around the embattled Mayor Tiffany Henyard and her lack of transparency.
Prosecutors are continuing to call witnesses in former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York, where jurors heard from a former Trump Organization executive.
Employees at dozens of now-closed Foxtrot Market and Dom's Kitchen stores, now jobless, wonder what comes next for them as their paychecks will soon end.
The family didn't get their cut of the estate sale, not hearing back from the salesman until CBS 2 got involved.
The Better Business Bureau warns that anyone buying an event ticket should watch out for fake ticket scams.
Financial records show Paul Croft and J.D. Frost raised about $30 million for a hydrogen plant that was supposed to be, at one point, in Indiana. It never existed, an attorney says.
Anyone with these sausages in their refrigerators should throw them away or return them to the store.
First known HIV cases from a nonsterile injection for cosmetic reasons highlights the risk of unlicensed providers.
The city's measles dashboard said a total of 63 measles cases have been confirmed in Chicago this year, with one new case this week.
The department said anyone who visited the Sam's Club at 9400 S. Western Ave. in Evergreen Park one day last week may have been exposed to someone with measles.
Health officials are warning consumers not to consume Infinite Herbs basil sold at some Trader Joe's and Dierberg's stores after 12 people were sickened.
Officials said there was no known link between this case and the recent outbreak of measles at a migrant shelter in Chicago.
The Illinois Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act requires employers to notify workers of mass layoffs 60 days in advance.
Mayor Brandon Johnson denied that the Bears' shiny new dome could end up costing taxpayers a pretty penny.
Employees at dozens of now-closed Foxtrot Market and Dom's Kitchen stores, now jobless, wonder what comes next for them as their paychecks will soon end.
The company announced Tuesday that it received a stalking horse bid to purchase its operating assets.
Dozens of typewriters clutter the shelves of the 24-year-old business owner's workshop inside his parents' home in Downers Grove.
The stars came out for the the 2024 Met Gala in New York City. See some of the most eye-catching outfits of the night.
'Bob Hearts Abishola', the acclaimed comedy, is signing off after its fifth season on CBS.
Bernard Hill died Sunday at 79. The actor was known for his roles in "Lord of the Rings" and "Titanic."
"Sunday Morning" has an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creation of the country singer's first post-stroke song, "Where That Came From," which blends art with artificial intelligence in a recording that captures Travis' country heart.
"Happy 9th Birthday, Princess Charlotte!" the Prince and Princess of Wales said in a social media post with a new photo of their daughter taken by Kate.
A renowned paleontologist at the University of Chicago has moved his Fossil Lab to the Washington Park neighborhood. Professor Paul Sereno opened the 6,000-square-foot facility in an old warehouse building on Wabash Avenue, just north of Garfield Boulevard.
University of Chicago President Paul Alivisatos said negotiations with the protesters did find some agreement but that some of their demands "were fundamentally incompatible with the University's principled dedication to institutional neutrality."
The deadline for getting a Real ID for air travel is one year away, and Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias is launching a statewide awareness campaign.
An Israeli tank brigade took control Tuesday of the Gaza Strip side of the Rafah border crossing with Egypt, authorities said, appearing to move forward with an offensive in the southern city even as cease-fire negotiations with Hamas remain on a knife's edge.
Police in riot gear disbanded the pro-Palestinian encampments at the University of Chicago early Tuesday morning.
Just before 6:45 a.m., police began pushing the barricades in an attempt to forcibly move protesters.
The Irish Nobleman Pub has had four people quit since Saturday, saying they don't feel safe working there anymore.
Strong storms move into the area by 1 p.m.
Stormy Daniels was called to the stand to testify at former President Donald Trump's trial in New York on Tuesday.
The judge in the case granted a request by defense attorneys for more time to prepare.
Expert panel discussion centers the focus on the disparity that 1 in 3 victims of crime in Chicago is a Black woman
Police arrived at the scene sooner than if they had waited for the first 911 call.
Anthony Robinson's attorney said his previous defense lawyer failed to present evidence that showed it was physically impossible for him to be the shooter.
The village board is working on a resolution to hire Lightfoot, a former federal prosecutor before her lone term as Chicago's mayor, to investigate claims Henyard has been misusing public funds.
DCFS Director Heidi Mueller was asked Thursday why some kids in the system are being held in psychiatric hospitals longer than medically necessary.
Christopher Morel and Yan Gomes homered for the Cubs. Mike Tauchman had two hits and scored a run.
Jonny DeLuca continued his hot stretch with a homer and four RBIs, and the Tampa Bay Rays beat Mike Clevinger and the Chicago White Sox 8-2 on Monday night for their fourth consecutive win.
The Sky drafted Cardoso third overall in last month's WNBA Draft.
Right-hander Mike Clevinger was recalled by the Chicago White Sox from Triple-A Charlotte to start Monday night's game at the Tampa Bay Rays.
The Sky will begin the 2024 regular season on May 15 at 7 p.m. on the road against the Dallas Wings.
The judge in the case granted a request by defense attorneys for more time to prepare.
Peter Sova, 36, of McHenry, was arrested without incident Monday morning near the very bank he is accused of robbing.
Chicago police said 27 people were taken into custody after the violence forced a reroute of the parade.
The Irish Nobleman Pub has had four people quit since Saturday, saying they don't feel safe working there anymore.
The boy was shot at the outdoor patio of El G-FE Seafood & Steaks, according to police and the restaurant's manager.