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For Stephen Colbert, Chicago Roots Run Deep
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert has started this week on CBS 2 with much fanfare. Many of you may not know that Stephen got his start right here in Chicago.
What Will Stephen Colbert's Late Show Be Like?
For Colbert, it's been a long journey from Northwestern student, to Second City player, to comedy writer, to Daily Show correspondent, to star of the Colbert Report on Comedy Central.
Your Chicago: The Chef At La Diosa
There's no one quite like Laura Martinez, who runs a Lincoln Park Restaurant. CBS 2's Kate Sullivan reports.
Your Chicago: Al Fresco Dining
CBS 2's Kate Sullivan checks out three new hot spots.
The New Literacy: Computer Coding
CBS 2's Kate Sullivan introduces us to a coding curriculum creator and some coding kids.
Founder Of 'Bring Back Our Girls' Movement Vows To Never Give Up
It was an inspiring morning for Chicago women as the Women in the World breakfast was held at the Museum of Broadcast Communications on State Street.
Letterman Show Appearances Left Lasting Impressions On Kid Scientists
The end of the Letterman era on TV is especially poignant for one group of Chicago area people.
Your Chicago: Hot G Dog, Heir Apparent To Hot Doug's?
When owner Doug Sohn closed the Chicago favorite Hot Doug's in Roscoe Village, two line cooks decided to strike while the griddle's hot and open their own place. CBS 2's Kate Sullivan reports.
Your Chicago: Barrel Of Monkeys
The program exposes Chicago Public Schools students to creative writing and professionally trained actors. CBS 2's Kate Sullivan reports.
Your Chicago: Peterson Garden Project
Now, the organization is teaching people how to cook the food they grow. CBS 2's Kate Sullivan reports.
Your Chicago: Apollo Chorus
The oldest musical group in the city formed a year after the Great Chicago Fire. The organization is still around. CBS 2's Kate Sullivan reports.
Quinn, Rauner Square Off Over Minimum Wage
Tuesday night's debate was held at the DuSable Museum of African American History on Chicago's South Side.
Buyer, Beware: Some Foods Aren't What They Claim To Be
Researchers say nearly 10 percent of all food is fraudulent. CBS 2's Kate Sullivan reports.
Your Chicago: Chicago Water Taxi
Three hundred thousand people a year take a Chicago Water Taxi on the Chicago River. CBS 2's Kate Sullivan reports.
Your Chicago: Al Fresco Dining
CBS 2's Kate Sullivan takes us on a tour of some of Chicago's nicest outdoor dining areas.
Your Chicago: Muralist Jeff Zimmermann
Jeff Zimmermann creates public works of art that can be enjoyed by everyone, and you don't have to look far to find his work. CBS 2's Kate Sullivan reports.
Your Chicago: Devon Avenue
A walk along Devon Avenue is a feast for the senses: the food, the fashion, the shopping and the scenery. CBS 2's Kate Sullivan reports.
Your Chicago: 1871 Tech Incubator
Take one step inside 1871 and you can sense the energy here is different: a place to inspire creativity and support innovation. CBS 2's Kate Sullivan reports.
Your Chicago: Inventables
A Chicago company is blazing a trail with software and 3-D printers to physically create your invention. CBS 2's Kate Sullivan reports.
Your Chicago: The Developers Of luminAID
Anna Stork and Andrea Sreshta saw the images from the Haiti earthquake – with its people plunged into total darkness -- and developed a rechargeable product that could provide light through solar technology.
Your Chicago: Mile Square Health Center
CBS 2's Kate Sullivan visits a healthcare provider that has been helping the uninsured for decades.
Your Chicago: Crushers Club
An Englewood club is teaching boys to box and teenagers to turn their lives around. CBS 2's Kate Sullivan reports.
Your Chicago: FreeGeek Computer Center
Volunteers at the Logan Square organization can learn to deconstruct and then reconstruct donated computers. CBS 2's Kate Sullivan reports.
Your Chicago: Vivian Maier Photography Exhibit
CBS 2's Kate Sullivan reports on the fascinating work of a mysterious street photographer.
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Victim of brazen armed robbery crew recounts early-morning horror
Chicago Police said the suspects have been targeting working Chicagoans as they leave for, or arrive at, their jobs.
9 people, including 4 minors, shot on Hollywood Broadwalk
Nine people, including 4 minors, were transported to area hospitals following a mass shooting at the Hollywood Broadwalk on Monday afternoon.
Pedestrian hit by Metra train near Clybourn station
At least one inbound train was halted, while an outbound train to far northwest suburban Harvard was delayed.
Several people pepper-sprayed at Six Flags Great America entrance; 2 hospitalized
Two people were taken to Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville.
Man charged with pulling machete in front of two employees outside Dirksen Federal Building
When asked why he pulled the knife, Delaney said he realized he had it with him at the last minute and wanted to get rid of it before going inside, authorities said.
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Chicagoans honor the fallen on Memorial Day
"It means that I am proud to be an American."
It's red, white and blue for the Arlington Heights Memorial Day parade
Marching bands, U.S. veterans and lots of American flags flooded the streets in Arlington Heights.
With more gunfire on the Eisenhower Expressway, expert says Chicago has a big problem
The latest shooting incident happened around 9:20 p.m. Sunday on the inbound Eisenhower near Western Avenue.
Victim of brazen armed robbery crew recounts early-morning horror
Chicago Police said the suspects have been targeting working Chicagoans as they leave for, or arrive at, their jobs.
9 people, including 4 minors, shot on Hollywood Broadwalk
Nine people, including 4 minors, were transported to area hospitals following a mass shooting at the Hollywood Broadwalk on Monday afternoon.
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Two shootings involving 2-year-olds in Chicago within period of hours
It is unclear whether either of the two people charged in each shooting actually fired a weapon.
Illinois clergy sex abuse probe reveals hundreds more cases in Catholic church
The report found, in all six dioceses in Illinois, there were 451 Catholic clerics and religious brothers who abused nearly 2,000 children.
Illinois lawmakers pass bill making it easier to sue gun manufacturers
Gov. JB Pritzker is poised to sign the bill that will help hold "reckless" gun manufacturers and advertisers accountable in court.
Illinois set to become first state to count Arab Americans in state data
If passed, Arab Americans and minority groups from the Middle East will be separately recognized.
ICE demands data from abortion clinics, restaurants, schools with obscure legal tool
ICE agents are frequently using an administrative subpoena, also known as a 1509 summons, in questionable ways to seek records and information.
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Debt ceiling deal's next steps — getting it through Congress
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and President Joe Biden will now have to sell their debt ceiling deal to lawmakers.
Tentative debt ceiling deal reached to avert default
After days of intense negotiations and weeks of talks, an agreement in principle has been reached to raise the debt ceiling.
Doctor reprimanded for speaking publicly about 10-year-old's abortion
Attorney General Todd Rokita filed a complaint with Indiana's medical licensing board against Dr. Caitlin Bernard after she spoke publicly about a 10-year-old's abortion.
Durbin: Speaker McCarthy is 'playing political poker' in debt ceiling standoff
Lawmakers in Washington have just one week to raise the debt ceiling or risk defaulting on the U.S. debt for the first time in history.
More than 100 CPD officers have history of making false reports, watchdog finds
The city's inspector general said those officers have been allowed "to remain in positions with duties that depend upon their truthfulness and credibility," even though a history of lying "can erode public trust and create risks for CPD."
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Highway safety group releases list of vehicles that can help keep teens safe
US Centers for Disease Control says teenagers are three times more likely to be involved in a fatal accident compared to older drivers.
Billy Corgan says he paid off hacker who threatened to leak new Smashing Pumpkins songs
The Smashing Pumpkins just released ATUM, a three-act rock opera, on Friday, May 5. But if it were up to the hacker, some of the album would've been released months ago.
FDA considers first ever over-the-counter birth control pill
The FDA is concerned about the effectiveness of the pill in overweight women and if individuals would follow the instructions properly.
Illinois Senate committee advances safety changes to SNAP after CBS 2 exposes fraud
The new bill in Springfield would collect data from SNAP cards to better track skimming and fraud.
Designer says fashion show producer scammed him, but producer says he did nothing wrong
Models who were supposed to be wearing the designer's gowns are also missing money.
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University of Chicago Medicine hosting free clinic in Glendale Heights on Saturday
It's taking place at the Glendale Heights Sports Hub at 250 Civic Centre Plaza in Glendale Heights on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Drugs — from cancer meds to children's Tylenol — are in short supply
Nationwide drug shortage is a "tragedy happening in slow motion," a cancer surgeon says. "Patients simply deserve better."
Mpox cases still on the rise in Chicago
All of those affected have been symptomatic men – most of whom have already had two doses of the JYNNEOS vaccine.
Chicago doctor shares how to help children with mental health challenges
CBS 2 spoke to the doctor with concerns from one CBS 2 viewer about the challenges her child is facing.
At least a dozen new mpox cases under investigation in Chicago area
All the cases in the Chicago area were among men between the ages of 24 and 46.
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Former teacher turns love for skincare into booming business
A local shea butter skincare brand has recently joined the ranks of legacy brands, making it onto shelves of beauty retailer Ulta.
Illinois lawmakers vote to extend law allowing serving of cocktails to-go
Gov. JB Pritzker approved the popular policy during the COVID-19 pandemic. It was set to expire in June of 2024.
Business continues to rebound at McCormick Place after pandemic
McCormick Place officials said, in the first quarter of 2023, hotel room stays generated from events were up 70% from last year, and attendance to conventions was 77% higher.
Cannabis license holders of color say they need help from state lawmakers
They said without urgent help, they won't make the July deadline to open and could lose their investment.
Licensed cannabis transporters say illegal deliveries are happening without consequence
The legal cannabis transporters say they will be forced out of business if the state does not enforce its own standards.
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Northwestern lacrosse team wins 8th national title, 1st since 2012
The national champion Northwestern Wildcats lacrosse team received a warm welcome as they returned home Monday, after dominating Boston College 18-6 in the national title game.
Stroman's 1-hitter leads Cubs to 1-0 win over MLB-leading Rays
Stroman (5-4) dazzled in his fourth complete game and second shutout in nine major league seasons.
Liam Hendriks returns to White Sox after beating stage 4 cancer
Hendriks could provide a big lift for a Chicago team that has struggled for much of the season.
Northwestern Women's Lacrosse team beats Boston College 18-6; wins first NCAA Championship since 2012
The win comes after the team made it into their fourth-straight Final Four and beating Denver 15-17 on Friday.
Northwestern wins Game 1 of Super Regional 3-1 against Alabama
Northwestern took Game 1 of the best-of-three series 3-1. Game 2 is Saturday night.
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Sueños Music Festival returns to Grant Park this weekend
The event features 20 of the most popular reggaeton and Latin artists around. The lineup includes Wisin & Yandel, Feid, Grupo Firme, and Nicky Jam
"Rachael Ray Show" ends after 17 seasons
Ray received tributes from several former guests, including former first lady Michelle Obama, Oprah, Kate Hudson, Jessica Alba and 50 Cent.
Tina Turner, "Queen of Rock 'n' Roll," dies at 83
The "What's Love Got To Do With It" singer's death was confirmed to CBS News on Wednesday afternoon.
Rapper Fetty Wap sentenced to 6 years in prison for drug trafficking charges
The rapper was one of six defendants involved in a conspiracy that distributed over 100 kilograms of illicit drugs.
Series finale of "NCIS: Los Angeles" airs Sunday, May 21
The NCIS team continues the case with ATF and the stolen military-grade weapons.
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Hometown hero in Wheaton, Robert Miller, honored on Memorial Day
On this Memorial Day, CBS 2's Jackie Kostek shares his story through the people who knew him, loved him and will never stop telling his story.
Chicago Mayor Johnson lays wreath in Grant Park for Memorial Day
The SOS American Foundation hosted its 27th annual Memorial Day ceremony in Grant Park. New Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and others laid wreaths at the statue of Major General John A. Logan.
Chicago Mayor Johnson lays wreath in Grant Park for Memorial Day
Chicago leaders gathered for a ceremony in Grant Park. A rifle salute paid tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice defending our nation's freedom.
Third shooting on Eisenhower Expressway in weeks
DePaul University transportation expert Joe Schwieterman says the shootings represent a pattern, and a serious problem. CBS 2's Tara Molina reports.
Charges filed after separate shooting incidents involving toddlers
The incidents happened within a period of hours in Rogers Park and Auburn Gresham. CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey reports.
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