10 Things You Didn't Know About The Kentucky Derby
Here's a look at 10 facts you probably weren't aware of before Saturday's running of the 141st Kentucky Derby.
Here's a look at 10 facts you probably weren't aware of before Saturday's running of the 141st Kentucky Derby.
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Coburn's rant was off-base, but maybe it will help start the real reform and regulation horse racing needs.
Steve Coburn says he's "very ashamed" of his post-race rant and subsequent comments.
Ride on Curlin and Tonalist could give California Chrome a challenge.
On Saturday, California Chrome will try to become the first Triple Crown winner since 1978.
We here at CBS Local Sports have taken an interest in the names of horses who have won the Preakness Stakes. While most are pretty stately (kudos Knight of Ellerslie, 1884), others are, well, pretty weird. Behold the 11 weirdest names of horses that have won the Preakness...
California Chrome pulled away down the stretch for a dominant win at the 140th Kentucky Derby.
The key to a financially successful day will be hitting one of the multi-horse wagers: the exacta, trifecta, and superfecta. Even if the favorite California Chrome wins, a few longshots filling in the second through fourth positions could make the return on investment significant.
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Orb splashed through the slop to win the Kentucky Derby, giving Hall of Fame trainer Shug McGaughey his first victory in the 3-year-old classic.
After many months of analysis, it's time for everyone to make their picks for the Kentucky Derby. I have been high on both Goldencents and Revolutionary for a few weeks and find no reason to jump ship now.
Trainer Doug O'Neill says a loose horse nearly slammed into Triple Crown hopeful I'll Have Another during training Thursday at Belmont Park.
Louisville Metro Police said the death is being investigated as a homicide, but that there appears to be no connection to the race.
I'll Have Another didn't seem to have the goods to win the Kentucky Derby.
A far northwest suburban couple are the proud owners of one of the top horses set to race in the Kentucky Derby Saturday.
We had a ton of guests on the show today talking about the Kentucky Derby. Here are their picks for the big race!
At least five barns were damaged and horses were running loose Wednesday at Churchill Downs after a powerful storm blew through Louisville.
Michael Baze, the 24-year old jockey who rode this year's Kentucky Derby second-place finisher to his only win was found dead in his vehicle Tuesday at Churchill Downs.
Kentucky Derby winner Animal Kingdom will be heading back to his home turf to await a likely run in the second leg of the Triple Crown.
Animal Kingdom sped past the leaders in the turn at Churchill Downs on Saturday and roared down the middle of the stretch to win the Kentucky Derby.
South Side resident Dave "Rico" Flores might be $100,000 richer if he wins a bet on the Kentucky Derby he won the right to place.
Ring in the Kentucky Derby, Chicago style. We've rounded up Derby events, hats and news to help get you in the spirit.
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The closure affects both Dom's locations in Chicago, and all 33 Foxtrot stores in Chicago, Texas, and the Washington D.C. area.
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Two boys were shot as a large group of teens flooded the streets in the South Loop near Roosevelt and Canal on March 2.
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Police arrived at the scene sooner than if they had waited for the first 911 call.
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The Supreme Court considered whether efforts to address homelessness in Grants Pass, Oregon, violated the Constitution's prohibition on cruel and unusual punishment.
Jurors in former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York got their first glimpse of the arguments both sides plan to make.
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.
Elliott Henderson, of south suburban Glenwood, is featured on a website, a petition, and Facebook and Instagram pages -- all dedicated to warning others about his travel deals.
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.
Health department officials said the case does not appear to be linked to new migrant arrival shelters in Chicago, and the source of infection is unknown.
Café Selmarie, 4721 N. Lincoln Ave., first announced its plans to close in September. Owner Birgit Kobayashi is set to retire.
Right now, Illinois sports books pay 15% tax on their revenue. But Gov. JB Pritzker's latest budget proposal would spike the tax to 35%.
Currently, a pair of two-story vintage buildings occupy the space.
Quinn has filed an ordinance with the Chicago city clerk that would ask the City Council to put a referendum on the November ballot allowing voters to decide if their tax dollars should support new stadiums.
The Lincoln Square standby, at 4721 N. Lincoln Ave., first announced its plans to close in September.
The singer was found deceased at her home, a representative said.
Anticipation was growing at a fever pitch before Taylor Swift's latest album, "The Tortured Poets Department," dropped at midnight EDT. But it turned out it's actually a double album.
Guitar legend Dickey Betts, who co-founded the Allman Brothers Band and wrote their biggest hit, "Ramblin' Man," has died.
Colbert lived in Chicago for 11 years, performing and "cutting his comedy teeth" at the legendary Second City and attending Northwestern University. His show will broadcast from Chicago's storied Auditorium Theater Aug. 19-22 on CBS.
The mural was unveiled on the side of the building at the southeast corner the Chicago Medical Society building at Grand Avenue Dearborn Street.
After almost three years after the killing of Chicago police officer Ella French, her memory lives on through a scholarship.
Climate change is threatening extinction for piping plovers. A local group is working to protect them.
A local organization is working to empower families and kids with special needs. For more, visit KeenChicago.org.
Get into shape with CBS 2's Jackie Kostek as she takes us inside the Midtown Athletic Club in Bannockburn.
A local gym is bringing Olympic-style training to the Chicago area.
Huesca was off duty, but in uniform, at the time of the shooting.
The closure affects both Dom's locations in Chicago, and all 33 Foxtrot stores in Chicago, Texas, and the Washington D.C. area.
Follow live updates as former President Donald Trump's criminal trial resumes in New York.
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Two boys were shot as a large group of teens flooded the streets in the South Loop near Roosevelt and Canal on March 2.
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.
CBS 2 discovered the woman, Whitley Temple, was hired by the City of Chicago while awaiting trial.
Danny Mendick had two hits, and Gavin Sheets and manager Pedro Grifol were ejected for arguing balls and strikes in the eighth inning.
The team is planning to hold a press conference with city officials on Wednesday to unveil their plans for a new publicly-owned stadium on the Museum Campus.
Josh Melnick and Chris Terry each scored, and Hudson Elynuik had two assists
White started 78 games and averaged just over 19 points per contest, up from 9.7 a season ago.
Nico Hoerner had three hits and two RBIs for the Cubs, and Mike Tauchman had two hits and scored twice.
Two boys were shot as a large group of teens flooded the streets in the South Loop near Roosevelt and Canal on March 2.
Sandra Kolalou was convicted in the death of 69-year-old Frances Walker.
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Police arrived at the scene sooner than if they had waited for the first 911 call.
Huesca was off duty, but in uniform, at the time of the shooting.