Former Illinois Gov. Jim Edgar diagnosed with pancreatic cancer
He served as Illinois governor from 1991 to 1999.
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He served as Illinois governor from 1991 to 1999.
The former governor, who served from 1991 to 1999, is thanking people for their prayers and support.
Former Gov. Edgar says in Illinois, Republicans are going nowhere as long as Donald Trump is around.
Edgar tells CBS 2's Joe Donlon and Irika Sargent that he thinks former President Donald Trump "the biggest disaster we've ever had in American government," yet still has a good chance of winning the general election for a nonconsecutive second term in November.
Former Illinois Gov. Jim Edgar joins CBS 2's Brad Edwards to talk about the early returns in the 2022 midterm election.
"A lot of people don't appreciate how devastating a flood is. Once you get water in your house, your house is never the same," Edgar said.
The popular former state executive says the back-and-forth between Republican Gov. Bruce Rauner and Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan (D-Chicago) must stop.
Republican state Sen. Kirk Dillard, who made two attempts at Illinois governor, officially resigned from the Legislature after more than two decades in office to become chairman of the Chicago-area's Regional Transportation Authority, Senate Republican officials announced Monday.
State Senator Kirk Dillard was chief of staff for Jim Edgar when Edgar was governor of Illinois in the '90s.
Among the high-profile Democrats was U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin, who made himself available to talk about issues and Illinois' Republican clout – or lack thereof -- at the convention.
Illinois has evolved into a "blue state," but there are still plenty of Republicans – and plenty of opinions on how to rebuild the party.
Count former Republican Gov. Jim Edgar among those who feel the protracting GOP Primary campaign could hurt the party.
The state's horse racing industry doesn't see much of a future unless the tracks get slot machines.
Some of the most notable -- and even some of the most obscure -- retired state officials are drawing massive pensions as the Illinois budget is bleeding red ink, a Better Government Association report reveals. CBS 2's Jim Williams reports.
While many of his fellow Republicans are denouncing the hastily-passed Illinois state income tax increase, former governor Jim Edgar supports it.
Former Illinois Governor says the GOP has to understand that to win in Illinois, its candidates have to be moderate.
Former Governor Jim Edgar says President Obama's hometown rally may not help him as much as he hopes.
On Monday, July 15, 2024, 32 tornadoes touched down in the greater Chicago area alone — including several within the city limits.
Heyward was joined by former Cubs right fielder Nick Castellanos to host the event at the North Austin Center, which is home to the Jason Heyward Baseball Academy.
People attending mass Tuesday night at St. Hedwig Church in the Bucktown neighborhood got to see the relic from Carlo Acutis.
The boy, approximately 11 years old, was on the sidewalk in the 7100 block of South Union Avenue when he was struck in the arm by unknown gunfire
The crash happened on southbound I-55 at Renwick Road. The semi-trailer truck struck a concrete barrier, leaving heavy front-end damage and a ruptured fuel tank.
Leaders from various groups helping disrupt crime met to discuss what has been going on this summer in Chicago, and how to grow programs that are clearly working.
The City Council Zoning Committee advanced a proposal to legalize so-called "granny flats" citywide, allowing Chicago homeowners to build basement, attic, garage, and coach house apartments on their property without obtaining permission from their alderperson.
The Trump administration has dramatically curtailed the ability for those facing deportation to be released from immigration detention.
Some senators have concerns as Congress faces a Friday deadline to act on the rescissions request.
Last month, Madigan was sentenced to 7 1/2 years in prison, following his conviction on bribery, conspiracy, and fraud charges.
The listing came with flashy social media videos to market the place that property owner Frank Diaz wasn't even selling.
The federal tax credits, which are meant to get drivers behind the wheel of electric cars, end Sept. 30.
ComEd is launching a $10 million customer relief fund for lower-income customers having trouble paying for electricity as prices rise.
The Antioch, Illinois, family said they wanted to share their story so others don't make the same mistake.
The rideshare customer made it very clear that her frustration is not over the amount of money that was charged, but rather that she was charged at all without her permission.
Many Southeast, Southern and West Coast states are likely seeing an increase in COVID cases.
Parkinson's disease is a neurogenerative disease that affects more than 1 million people in the U.S. While some cases are caused by genetics, the cause is unknown in most.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court's liberal majority struck down the state's 176-year-old abortion ban on Wednesday, ruling 4-3 that it was superseded by a newer state law that criminalizes abortions only after a fetus can survive outside the womb.
The Illinois Department of Public Health regularly tests the water to determine when beaches are safe to reopen.
Climbing the stairs to the top of the former John Hancock Center is a feat unto itself, but Laura Valentine did it just months after undergoing a very complicated double organ transplant.
Some of the fans who received the email have long histories with the team, and there are a lot of concerns.
The Board of Trade Museum is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, and is closed on weekends and federal holidays.
Right now, it is not exactly clear how the tax will be passed onto the consumer. But vaping products and popular Zyn pouches will now be subject to a 45% tax — up from 15%.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court has delivered a victory for environmentalists in the battle over the regulation of "forever chemicals" known as PFAS.
On Tuesday, July 1, the city's minimum wage will go up, along with wages for tipped workers, as part of Chicago's One Fair Wage Ordinance.
After years of working on and performing their song, "Pursuit," Chicago band Pixel Grip woke up to a surprise when they heard a sample of their song in a Travis Scott track.
"Severance," "The White Lotus," "The Studio" and "Hacks" are among the shows that earned top nominations for the 77th annual Primetime Emmy Awards as the 2025 nominees were announced Tuesday morning.
Guerrero talked recently about the challenges he has faced, and the full-circle moment that has led to his dream job as principal conductor of the Grant Park Symphony Orchestra in Chicago.
The winning bid for the original Birkin bag set a record for the most valuable handbag ever sold at auction, Sotheby's said.
Michael Madsen apparently went into cardiac arrest and was found unresponsive in his home in Malibu, California, on Thursday morning, according to his manager.
Heyward, who was recently released from the San Diego Padres, is trying to expose young players to cutting-edge technology.
A rare relic tied to a future saint made a stop in Chicago this week. As Noel Brennan reports, people attending mass Tuesday night at St. Hedwig Church, at 2226 N. Hoyne Ave. in the Bucktown neighborhood, were set to be able to see it.
The City Council Zoning Committee approved a plan to allow homeowners to build coach houses, garden apartments, or attic units on their property without special permission from city officials.
Homicides in Chicago are down 57% so far in 2025 over the same period of time in 2024, and Mayor Brandon Johnson wants to spread the good word. Political Reporter Chris Tye reports.
A semi-trailer truck struck a concrete barrier, leaving heavy front-end damage and a ruptured fuel tank. Kris Habermehl reports from CBS Skywatch.
Andrés Vásquez Lasso was shot and killed in March of 2023 while responding to a domestic violence call in Gage Park.
The Chicago Park District said their internal investigation of a lifeguard charged with murder for the shooting of two teen boys in Douglass Park revealed some previous conflicts with visitors and staff.
After years of working on and performing their song, "Pursuit," Chicago band Pixel Grip woke up to a surprise when they heard a sample of their song in a Travis Scott track.
Navy Pier, of course, is a lot more than 30 years old. It first opened as Municipal Pier in 1916 — 109 years ago. But before 1995, it wasn't the top local attraction we know today.
On Monday, July 15, 2024, 32 tornadoes touched down in the greater Chicago area alone — including several within the city limits.
The 1995 Chicago heat wave, which took place 30 years ago this week, remains the Chicago area's deadliest weather disaster.
The children left behind and the hidden toll of domestic violence in Chicago.
Three Chicago pharmacies were hit by burglars overnight. Police have not yet connected the three burglaries, but small business owners said this crew has hit them more than once and cost them thousands in damage.
Chicago Public Schools interim CEO Macquline King sat down with us to discuss the district's precarious financial situation and how she plans to reassure parents after a tumultuous year.
Gilbert and Hester Mendez said police pointed assault rifles and handguns at them and their children, Peter and Jack, after raiding the wrong home in 2017.
Heyward was joined by former Cubs right fielder Nick Castellanos to host the event at the North Austin Center, which is home to the Jason Heyward Baseball Academy.
CBS News Chicago recently profiled Fauske, the Illinois Gatorade Player of the Year. He was coached by Hall of Famer Jim Thome and grew up a Sox fan.
Napheesa Collier had 29 points, five assists and three steals, Courtney Williams added 18 points, eight rebounds, seven assists and four steals and the Minnesota Lynx beat the Chicago Sky 91-78.
Right fielder Jermaine Dye was the World Series Most Valuable Player in that series. Dye, 51, was back with his teammates to celebrate this weekend.
The all-time series between the AL Central White Sox and Guardians is even at 1,130-1,130, with 17 ties.
The boy, approximately 11 years old, was on the sidewalk in the 7100 block of South Union Avenue when he was struck in the arm by unknown gunfire
Leaders from various groups helping disrupt crime met to discuss what has been going on this summer in Chicago, and how to grow programs that are clearly working.
Sources said a man was shot in the leg at Dearborn Street and Delaware Place near Bughouse Square — formally called Washington Square Park.
Officer Vásquez Lasso was shot and killed on the job back in March 2023. The now-21-year-old defendant, Steven Montano, was 18 at the time of the shooting.
A Milwaukee man has pleaded guilty to carrying a concealed pistol outside the Republican National Convention's security perimeter last year. The incident happened just days after another person tried to assassinate Donald Trump in Pennsylvania.
