Three Faces Of After School Matters
Maggie Daley had a huge impact on the lives of thousands and thousands of teens in the city, thanks to the After School Matters program. CBS 2's Kristyn Hartman talks with three alums.
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Maggie Daley had a huge impact on the lives of thousands and thousands of teens in the city, thanks to the After School Matters program. CBS 2's Kristyn Hartman talks with three alums.
It's appropriate that Maggie Daley's visitation will be held this weekend at the Chicago Cultural Center, the beneficiary of her preservation efforts.
A public wake will be held on Sunday for Chicago's former first lady, Maggie Daley, who died Thursday after a nearly decade-long battle with cancer.
Her smile could light a room. Her spirit moved even the most hardened politician.
Maggie Daley, the wife of former Chicago Mayor Richard M. Daley and a gracious promoter of the city's cultural and educational programs, has died. She was 68.
Retired Mayor Richard M. Daley has canceled his travel schedule and speaking engagements to be with his ailing wife.
The daughter of retired Mayor Richard M. Daley moved up her wedding plans because of health concerns about her mother, Maggie Daley.
Former Mayor Richard M. Daley is responding angrily to allegations about his wife's favorite charitable project.
City Inspector General Joe Ferguson said Tuesday that former Mayor Richard M. Daley's administration forced several firms that received city development subsidies to direct a portion of their own funds to charities, including one run by the ex-mayor's wife, Maggie.
A celebration in Chicago Wednesday night marked the 20th anniversary of one of the best programs for teens in the country – After School Matters.
Retired Mayor Richard M. Daley is losing half of his bodyguard contingent, according to a published report.
A former high-ranking city official who lost his job when Mayor Richard M. Daley decided not to run again has found another position.
The former first lady of Chicago spent last week in the hospital.
Chicago's longest-serving mayor left City Hall with great fanfare Friday and gave his city the thumbs-up sign as he was driven away.
As her husband, Mayor Richard Daley, spent his last business day at City Hall, Maggie Daley took what's expected to be her final bow as Chicago's first lady.
Maggie Daley had been hospitalized last week for flu-like symptoms unrelated to her battle with breast cancer.
The Chicago Police Department is considering giving Mayor Richard Daley and his wife, Maggie, a security detail after his term ends later this month.
Chicago First Lady Maggie Daley is back in the hospital Monday morning, following another health setback.
Chicago's first lady spent one day in the hospital for flu-like symptoms late this week, after spending a more substantial amount of time at Northwestern Memorial Hospital for her latest surgery.
Chicago's first lady was admitted to Northwestern Hospital Thursday morning with nausea and dehydration, the mayor's press office said.
Chicago's First Lady Maggie Daley is back home after a 10-day stay in the hospital that included surgery.
Chicago First Lady Maggie Daley is expected to stay in the hospital for a few more days, after surgery to replace a metal rod in her leg.
Maggie Daley underwent surgery on her right leg on to replace a metal rod that had caused her increasing discomfort, the mayor's office said.
Chicago First Lady Maggie Daley will be in the hospital for a while longer, according to her physician.
Chicago's first lady Maggie Daley reportedly was hospitalized Saturday morning at Northwestern Memorial Hospital
The hottest days this week are expected to be Tuesday and Wednesday, with feels-like temperatures between 105 and 110 degrees.
Nonprofits like Little Brothers Friends of the Elderly are helping with wellness checks on senior citizens as a dangerous heat wave hits the Chicago area.
Gov. JB Pritzker signed more than 60 bills since Friday, including new laws to increase transparency around rental fees and give some drivers an alternative to having their license suspended.
Taste of Chicago, the city's annual food festival, has begun setting up in Grant Park.
CBS Miami, Neighbors 4 Neighbors and Global Empowerment Mission are collecting donations to help families affected by the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela.
Gov. JB Pritzker signed more than 60 bills since Friday, including new laws to increase transparency around rental fees and give some drivers an alternative to having their license suspended.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson introduced a new ordinance Monday morning he said will increase protections for the city's renters.
The Supreme Court overturned a 90-year-old decision that allowed Congress to shield members of certain independent agencies from being fired by the president at will.
The Supreme Court allowed Lisa Cook to continue in her post as a member of the Federal Reserve Board of Governors while legal proceedings over President Trump's attempt to fire her continue.
The Supreme Court on Monday ruled that states can count mail ballots that are cast by Election Day but arrive later, rejecting a GOP challenge to a Mississippi law.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker on Thursday signed several new consumer protections into law, including a ban on junk fees.
CBS News Chicago has learned that Illinois home insurance premiums are not only higher than the nation's average, but going up faster too.
As an alternative to legalizing video gambling terminals citywide, Bally's offered to open slot machine lounges at O'Hare and Midway, saying the move would replace the $6.8 million the city budgeted from VGTs.
An Illinois law banning "swipe fees" on taxes and tips — already delayed twice by lawmakers — appears to be on life support after a federal judge that once permitted it issued a permanent injunction against it this week.
A new study from the Cook County Treasurer's office underlines growing concerns about the impact the Illinois megaprojects bill could have on the county's property tax base and overall fiscal health.
The north Chicago suburb of Glenview became the latest Illinois municipality this week to confirm mosquitoes testing positive for the West Nile virus this year.
Environmental and community groups are suing the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for failing to act on a petition challenging U.S. Steel Gary Works operating permit renewal.
In the four years since Roe v. Wade was overturned and Illinois became a destination for abortion care, Illinois providers and advocates have rebuilt the state's infrastructure to support the tens of thousands of people who travel to the state for abortion services every year.
June is National Aphasia Awareness Month, raising awareness of a disorder that affects a person's ability to speak, write, and understand both spoken and written language.
The Chicago Department of Public Health issued a warning Tuesday about a possible measles exposure at O'Hare International Airport.
The Chicago Bears this weekend said they are assessing land at Wolf Lake Terminals in Hammond, Indiana, for a possible new stadium.
As an alternative to legalizing video gambling terminals citywide, Bally's offered to open slot machine lounges at O'Hare and Midway, saying the move would replace the $6.8 million the city budgeted from VGTs.
Daley's Restaurant, known as Chicago's oldest, has served Chicago's Woodlawn neighborhood for more than 130 years.
Walgreens is set to close in Chicago's Chatham neighborhood on Thursday, and there's growing concern about where families will get their medications.
The owners of Gene & Georgetti steakhouse are suing a concessions operator over their expansion at Midway International Airport.
Chicago rapper Twista has pleaded guilty to willfully failing to pay income taxes.
Lionel Richie's Chicago concert at the United Center has been postponed after the singer became sick at his tour opener in St. Paul, Minnesota.
Legendary musician Lionel Richie had to cut his performance short Wednesday night in St. Paul, Minnesota, leaving fans with many questions.
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
Claude Guillemot and a flight instructor were flying in a twin-motor Cessna 421 on Friday evening. An investigation into the crash is underway.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson introduced a new ordinance Monday morning he said will increase protections for the city's renters. Landlords say it will make rents more expensive.
The Chicago Department of Public Health has been actively tracking heat illness visits to hospitals and emergency rooms, so they can be proactive with demographics and in areas of the city that are particularly vulnerable during heat waves like the one this week.
Extreme heat means more demands on your air conditioner and, often, a higher electric bill. Kara Schwer with ComEd shared tips on how to keep your home cool and safe without breaking the bank.
He's accused of shooting and killing his wife and 22-year-old-son in 2021. Murdaugh will remain in prison serving a 40-year federal sentence concurrent with a 27-year state sentence for financial crimes.
It comes just weeks after a skydiving plane went down moments after takeoff in western Missouri, killing 12 people.
A Chicago Transit Authority switch worker was shot and killed in Chicago's Roseland community early Monday morning.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson introduced a new ordinance Monday morning he said will increase protections for the city's renters.
Gov. JB Pritzker signed more than 60 bills since Friday, including new laws to increase transparency around rental fees and give some drivers an alternative to having their license suspended.
An Amazon Fulfillment Center in Matteson became a crime scene overnight Sunday into Monday, after an employee was shot and killed.
Cook County is under an Extreme Heat Warning and the rest of the Chicago area is under a Heat Advisory through at least Wednesday night.
An Uber driver who was assaulted during a ride said he begged Chicago police officers not once but twice for help, but was left to fend for himself.
CBS News Chicago has learned that Illinois home insurance premiums are not only higher than the nation's average, but going up faster too.
The Cook County Sheriff's Office has been a part of Illinois' enhanced CTA security plan and state-led task force dedicated to making it safe since the end of March. Their officers have worked more than 4,000 hours a month.
A rideshare driver was shot in Chicago's North Lawndale neighborhood on Monday night.
After a violent holiday weekend, Chicago city leaders are expected to announce new support for a dedicated Department of Gun Violence Prevention.
A memorial service was held Monday morning for Chicago Bulls broadcaster and three-time NBA champion Stacey King.
NASCAR is back in town next weekend, but not for a downtown street race — this time, for the first time in seven years, races will be held at Chicagoland Speedway in Joliet.
Jacob Webb (3-2) got the win with a scoreless ninth. Wicks notched his first save of the season.
Miguel Vargas homered and doubled for the White Sox (43-39), who fell to 17-10 in one-run games.
Las Vegas is 4-1 in its last five games.
A man was sentenced to eight years in prison earlier this month for robbing a mail carrier on Chicago's Near West Side back in 2022.
A new trial was denied Monday for Marni Yang, who is serving life in prison for a 2007 shooting that left a romantic rival dead.
A Chicago Transit Authority switch worker was shot and killed in Chicago's Roseland community early Monday morning.
A man was stabbed in the Printers Row district in downtown Chicago early Monday morning.
An Amazon Fulfillment Center in Matteson, Illinois, became a crime scene overnight Sunday into Monday, after an employee was shot and killed.