Former CTU President Karen Lewis receives honorary street in front of headquarters Friday
The street in front of the Chicago Teachers Union headquarters on the Near West Side will be renamed for Karen Lewis.
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25 Notable Chicagoans Who Passed Away In 2021
From the arts and sports to politics and activism, 2021 saw the loss of some notable Chicagoans who helped define the culture of the city for generations. Here is a look at 22 notable Chicagoans who passed away this year.
Mayor Lori Lightfoot, City Council Pay Tribute To Late Former CTU President Karen Lewis; 'She Was A Fighter For The Many'
"To call her a firecracker wouldn't be enough to say. She was more of a stick of dynamite. So she was a hugely, unbelievably a true labor leader," said Ald. Nicholas Sposato (38th).
CTU Holding Virtual Shiva To Honor Former President Karen Lewis
The Chicago Teachers Union will pay respects to its former president Karen Lewis with a virtual shiva.
Karen Lewis, Former CTU President, Dies
Former Chicago Teachers Union president Karen Lewis has died.
Chicago Teachers' Strike Is 7th Of Past 40 Years
The latest Chicago Public Schools is the city's first teachers' strike in seven years, and the seventh in the past 40.
CTU President Karen Lewis Retires From Teaching
The past few years she has battled brain cancer.
Karen Lewis Retiring As President Of Chicago Teachers' Union
Karen Lewis, who has led the Chicago Teachers' Union through some tumultuous negotiations with the city, is retiring.
Chicago Teachers Union President Karen Lewis Undergoes Medical Procedure
Chicago Teachers Union president Karen Lewis is undergoing brain surgery on Wednesday, sources said.
Teachers Union President Karen Lewis Suffers 'Small And Annoying Stroke'
"It was so minor that doctors could barely see it upon my initial examination, so please know that my spirits are high," Lewis said.
Karen Lewis Not Pleased With Trump's Pick For Education Secretary
The head of Chicago's Teachers Union is far from pleased about president-elect Trump's pick for education secretary.
Uncertainties Arise After CTU's Contract Deal With CPS
The head of the Chicago Teachers Union said she is satisfied with the contract deal worked out with Public School system. But, she said there are still some uncertainties.
Everyone Wins, Everyone Loses In CTU-CPS Tentative Agreement
It took 18 months for all three players to reach a tentative agreement, and according to labor expert Bob Bruno, everyone walks away with a win and a loss.
CTU Ready To Strike Oct. 11 If No Agreement Is Reached
The Chicago Teachers Union has set a strike date of Oct. 11.
CTU Asks Teachers If They Want To Authorize A Strike
The Chicago Teachers Union will ask rank-and-file teachers, for a second time, if they want to authorize a strike.
CTU To Vote On Strike This Month By Signing Petitions
Strike preparation workshops for teachers are taking place next week.
CTU President Karen Lewis Denies Plans To Strike This Fall
Chicago Teachers Union President Karen Lewis denied any eminent strike.
CTU Blames CPS Crisis On Failed Leadership From Emanuel, Rauner
With Illinois lawmakers unable to reach a deal on a state budget, and the head of the Chicago Public Schools warning schools might not open in fall without state funding, the Chicago Teachers Union said the problem could be solved "if people start acting like grownups."
CTU President Karen Lewis Labels Governor Rauner An 'ISIS Recruit'
In perhaps her sharpest rhetoric yet, the head of the Chicago Teachers Union has likened Governor Bruce Rauner to a terrorist, reports WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore.
After CTU Rejects Contract Offer, CPS Warns Of Layoffs
A day after the Chicago Teachers Union turned down a four-year contract offer from the Chicago Public Schools, CEO Forrest Claypool warned the union it will be moving forward with a plan for layoffs.
Rauner: State Could Get Deal With Teachers If It Took Over Chicago Public Schools
The governor said the CTU "Big Bargaining Team" turning down a four-year contract offer from the district should serve as a wakeup call that it's the teachers union calling the shots at CPS, not Mayor Rahm Emanuel.
CTU Bargaining Team Rejects Contract Offer From CPS
A bargaining team for the Chicago Teachers Union unanimously rejected a contract offer from Chicago Public Schools Monday afternoon.
CTU Bargaining Team To Vote On "Serious Offer" From CPS
A vote on Monday could pave the way for a new contract for Chicago teachers. Members of the Chicago Teachers Union bargaining team were set to vote on the latest offer from the Chicago Public Schools.
Chicago Teachers Union President Backs Off Strike Rhetoric
Chicago Teachers Union President Karen Lewis said contract negotiations with the Chicago Public Schools have been going well, and she thinks a strike can be avoided.
Lewis: If Chicago Teachers Laid Off, "We Intend To Take To The Streets"
A day after the Chicago Public Schools and its teachers began the final stage of contract talks, Chicago Teachers Union President Karen Lewis declined to predict whether teachers would strike, but said negotiations are not going well.
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Chicago First Alert Weather: Cloudy with breezy, cooler temps
Clouds linger on Sunday but clear skies are expected most of next week.
2 off-duty CPD officers robbed at gunpoint, source says
A police source told CBS 2 that the man stole the police stars, IDs, and FOID cards from the two off-duty women officers.
Full reopening of Kennedy Expressway means smoother ride for drivers
The entire project is set to be completed in December of 2025, so drivers shouldn't hit the gas to hard just yet.
Blackhawks beat Blues 3-1 for first win streak of the season
Anthony Beauvillier, Alex Vlasic and Jason Dickinson scored, and the Chicago Blackhawks beat the St. Louis Blues 3-1 for their first back-to-back wins of the season.
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Full reopening of Kennedy Expressway means smoother ride for drivers
The entire project is set to be completed in December of 2025, so drivers shouldn't hit the gas to hard just yet.
Off-duty Chicago police officer killed in Tinley Park traffic crash
Village officials say both drivers were taken to Silver Cross Hospital where the officer was pronounced dead.
2 off-duty CPD officers robbed at gunpoint, source says
A police source told CBS 2 that the man stole the police stars, IDs, and FOID cards from the two off-duty women officers.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Cloudy with breezy, cooler temps
Clouds linger on Sunday but clear skies are expected most of next week.
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Two men detail their claims of abuse at a place where young children were sent for help
This is national story now percolating right here in Chicago - allegations brought forward in a federal lawsuit by children now grown.
Foxx calls findings on how many Black women were victims of crime in 2022 "jarring"
Foxx is one of a handful of local, state, and national leaders responding a CBS 2 series of reports, Investigating Injustice: Black Women At Risk.
Chicago's enters new deal with crime database from same company as ShotSpotter
As CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey reported, the way the public found out about the deal CrimeTracer was surprising.
Chicago woman says towing company demanded over $10,000 to get her car back
Elaine Kelly said when she finally got it back, her car appeared more damaged - with the inside was ransacked and some of her personal property missing.
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.
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Texas court temporarily halts ruling allowing woman to have emergency abortion
Kate Cox, a mother of two, said she found out last week that her unborn child suffered from what doctors say is a fatal disorder.
Chi vs. Hate ordinance would make it easier to report hate incidents, alderwoman says
Chicago Police data show there have been 254 hate crimes reported so far this year alone - compared with 204 last year, 109 in 2021, and 80 in 2020.
Ed Burke trial: Jury hears recordings of Burke aide on holding up driveway permits
The permits – and how the city's longest-serving alderman is accused of holding them up for a would-be client – are central to the federal extortion case against Burke.
Chicago migrant crisis: Records shed light on contract for tents, city cracks down on buses
The Mayor's office told us they are in talks with the owner on a lot in Brighton Park where a tent base camp was called off by Gov. JB Pritzker.
Trump gag order in 2020 election case largely upheld by appeals court
A federal appeals court heard arguments in November over the gag order limiting what Trump can say about the 2020 election-related case filed against him in Washington, D.C.
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Privacy concerns at Chicago parking garage prompt proposed law change
Not only did CBS 2 hear from more upset customers, but also from Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias.
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.
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FDA approves gene-editing treatment for sickle cell disease
Sickle cell disease affects approximately 100,000 people in the U.S., predominantly people of color.
An end to breast cancer? California company develops groundbreaking vaccine with promising future
An estimated one in eight women will develop breast cancer in their lifetime, killing on average 42,000 a year in the U.S. But what if a vaccine could significantly lower each woman's chance of ever getting it in the first place?
Two babies infected with rare bacteria linked to baby formula recalls last year
Federal health officials confirmed Thursday that two cases of invasive infections caused by cronobacter sakazakii have been reported in 2023.
Panera's caffeine-fueled lemonade cited in second death, suit says
Casual dining chain faces another wrongful death suit related to its Charged Lemonade after cardiac arrest of Florida man.
Slow COVID-19 booster rollout cost thousands of lives, new study says
Researchers estimated that through June 2022, if the U.S. moved at a faster pace to approve it and get people boosted, an estimated 29,000 lives could have been saved.
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Customers line up for hours at drive-thru for new McDonald's concept, CosMc's
CBS 2's Jermont Terry took a trip out to Bolingbrook, off Weber Road, to see if it lived up to the hype.
Crowds, record day of revenue point to comeback on Chicago's Magnificent Mile
According to The Magnificent Mile Association, a record $31.7 million in revenue was set in November on a single day.
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.
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Blackhawks beat Blues 3-1 for first win streak of the season
Anthony Beauvillier, Alex Vlasic and Jason Dickinson scored, and the Chicago Blackhawks beat the St. Louis Blues 3-1 for their first back-to-back wins of the season.
LSU QB Jayden Daniels wins Heisman Trophy with prolific season
LSU quarterback Jayden Daniels has won the Heisman Trophy in a decisive victory.
Alston scores 25, Loyola Chicago wins 115-64 against Goshen
Philip Alston had 25 points in Loyola Chicago's 115-64 win over Goshen.
DePaul beats Louisville ending Blue Demons' 5-game skid
Jeremiah Oden scored 22 points and Chico Carter Jr. scored 14 points and DePaul ended its five-game losing streak by beating Louisville 75-68.
No. 17 Tennessee rallies to beat No. 20 Illinois 86-79
Dalton Knecht scored 21 points to help No. 17 Tennessee rally from a second-half deficit to beat No. 20 Illinois, 86-79, in front of a raucous crowd of more than 20,000 Volunteer fans.
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Bono impersonator has fans fooled at Old Town bar
Some U2 fans spent the evening thinking they were hanging out with Bono in the flesh and blood – and singing Christmas carols with him.
Ryan O'Neal, star of "Love Story," is dead at 82
Ryan O'Neal, the Oscar-nominated star of films including "Love Story" and "Paper Moon," has died at 82.
CBS presents 'Grammy® Salute to 50 Years of Hip Hop'
A star-studded lineup of hip hop legends and GRAMMY-winning artists will grace the stage at this special tribute concert, airing Sunday, Dec. 10 (8:30-10:30 PM, ET/8:00-10:00 PM, PT) on the CBS Television Network, and streaming on Paramount+.
Def Leppard, Journey to play Wrigley Field next summer
The Steve Miller Band will also be joining them.
Fans fall in love with Mona, little puppet from Nanalan' on Tiktok
Whose that wonderful girl? Could she be any cuter? Mona, the small green puppet who is the star of Nanalan', an old Canadian TV show, gains new fans on Tiktok.
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Kennedy Expressway inbound lanes fully reopens - what drivers can expect
Some lanes are opening today as the first phase of a major construction project nears completion.
First Alert Weather: Lingering clouds with cooler, breezy conditions
Things cool down for Sunday with 30s for highs, but with feels like temps in the 20s. CBS 2 Meteorologist Robb Ellis has your First Alert forecast
Javier Milei sworn in as Argentina's president
Former Argentinian TV personality Javier Milei was sworn in as Argentina's new president Sunday. He has promised to eliminate government agencies, favors outlawing abortion, and is a self-described anarcho-capitalist. He also calls global warming a "socialist lie."
Penn President Liz Magill, Board chair Scott Bok resign after controversial congressional hearing on
Liz Magill and Scott Bok, two top leaders at the University of Pennsylvania, resigned Saturday after days of criticism and pressure from donors, alumni and Jewish community members following Magill's comments in a Congressional hearing on campus antisemitism.
Pro-Palestinian protest causes major traffic backup in Chicago
Hundreds of cars with Palestinian flags blocked the inbound lanes of the Kennedy Expressway on Saturday.
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2 off-duty CPD officers robbed at gunpoint, source says
A police source told CBS 2 that the man stole the police stars, IDs, and FOID cards from the two off-duty women officers.
Scott Eby, who admitted to rape and murder of 3-year-old Riley Fox, dies in prison
On June 6, 2004, Riley vanished from her Wilmington, Illinois home – and her body was later found in Forked Creek four miles away.
Ed Burke trial: Jury hears recordings of Burke aide on holding up driveway permits
The permits – and how the city's longest-serving alderman is accused of holding them up for a would-be client – are central to the federal extortion case against Burke.
Suspect in multiple bank robberies strikes again on Michigan Avenue
With the holiday shopping bringing out the big crowds, authorities say it is critical to catch the man before he hits again.
55 years in prison for Algonquin woman who admitted to killing boyfriend's parents
Arin Fox, 42, reached the plea agreement back in October.
