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Two men who went above and beyond to help arrest a dangerous suspect received a special honor Tuesday from the board of the Chicago Police Memorial Fund.
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Two men who went above and beyond to help arrest a dangerous suspect received a special honor Tuesday from the board of the Chicago Police Memorial Fund.
Chicagoans from 14 to 24 have until Friday to apply for the One Summer Chicago program. CBS 2's Mai Martinez reports.
A group of Humboldt Park residents on Friday angrily called on the Chicago Park District to deny Riot Fest permits to perform the annual music festival in the park, after the grass was badly damaged during last year's festival.
Dog attacks can be vicious, even deadly, and every year thousands of adults and children become victims. Last year in Cook County there were nearly 5,000.
CBS 2's Mai Martinez takes a look at the dresses and the message they might be sending.
Another honor today for a young cancer patient fighting the fight of her life: Emily Beazley and her sister became honorary Chicago Police Officers.
A street in the Mount Greenwood neighborhood was being dedicated Friday afternoon to a 12-year-old girl who has battled cancer for a third of her life.
Francis Cardinal George grew up on Chicago's Northwest Side and was eventually ordained at St. Pascal's in Portage Park.
As CBS 2's Mai Martinez reports, the feds say he stole drugs from police evidence and then sold them.
A haunting tribute to young lives lost to gun violence was on display on the Gold Coast.
"One of the priorities of this new working group will be to address the challenges that discourage our victims from reporting sexual assault," said Cook County State's Attorney Anita Alvarez.
The revelation came to light Friday as the president of the University of Oklahoma revealed new details of the investigation into use of the chant at his college. CBS 2's Mai Martinez reports.
Social media and bullying can be a volatile combination. Author and journalist Carrie Goldman has studied the issue for five years.
Terry Almanza would like to wear the purple garment at her niece's wedding. CBS 2's Mai Martinez reports.
CBS 2's Mai Martinez takes a look at who could be tracking you and what they're doing with the information they get.
Are you or someone you know taking vitamin D to lower blood pressure? Maybe a doctor even prescribed it?
On Friday, Angel Gonzalez talked with CBS 2's Mai Martinez about what it's like to finally be free.
Police video shows suspect Melissa Calusinski being grilled by Lake Count detectives. Seventy-nine times, over the course of several hours, she denies any involvement in the death of of the toddler. Finally, after some nine hours, she changes her story.
Sitting on comfy couches reading and working with computers -- not at desks with textbooks. And having a working lunch -- not in a cafeteria. This is not your typical school. CBS 2's Mai Martinez reports.
A 13-year-old boy was shot and killed in front of his sisters in the Belmont-Cragin neighborhood late Sunday, and his family said the shooting might have been the result of a post on Facebook.
Ertharin Cousin grew up on Chicago's West Side, in the Lawndale neighborhood, the oldest daughter of a social worker and community organizer.
Chicago Police captain returned to work two months after being shot in a violent standoff two months ago that also left another officer injured.
Ever wonder what it's like on the set of a CBS hit drama? Mai Martinez got to find out first hand when she was flown out to LA to play a part in Monday night's episode of Scorpion.
CBS 2's Mai Martinez reports on why the CEO featured on Sunday night's episode of Undercover Boss is especially cut out for the job.
With the milder temperatures, it was the perfect night for a parade and the Magnificent Mile Lights Festival didn't disappoint.
The nearly 100-year-old cinema will close briefly after New Year's Day and reopen on Jan. 9 with a showing of Jim Jarmusch's "Father Mother Sister Brother."
A restaurant in the southwest Chicago suburb of Bridgeview was left with a huge mess to clean up, after it was flooded with around a foot of water overnight Tuesday into Wednesday.
The Original Rainbow Cone ice cream shop was broken into on Chicago's West Side.
A new report shines a light on electricity shortages that Illinois could face in less than 10 years.
Warner Bros. Discovery's board told its shareholders that Paramount Skydance's offer "provides inadequate value" for the business.
President Trump said he will deliver an address live to the nation Wednesday at 9 p.m. ET.
Border Patrol Cmdr. Gregory Bovino returned to Chicago Tuesday and wasted no time escalating immigration enforcement, as federal agents detained people across Little Village.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker signed a new transit funding bill on Tuesday.
Critics of Mayor Brandon Johnson's 2026 budget plan on Tuesday advanced an alternative spending plan that would increase taxes on plastic grocery bags and liquor sales, and allow ads on city vehicles and light poles.
Known as a popular Hollywood director, Rob Reiner also had a lengthy record of political and civic activism, especially in California.
A new report shines a light on electricity shortages that Illinois could face in less than 10 years.
With less than two weeks until Christmas, if you're sending gifts to people far from home, the deadlines to get them there on time are fast approaching.
A condo owner in Country Club Hills says he's forced to sell his home after his condo association failed to reimburse him for repairs to his leaking roof. Edward Hadnott's condo has sat empty since a major roof leak in 2022.
The U.S. stopped minting pennies this week, and some groups have issued a warning about the headaches that can create for some businesses and consumers.
Why is one school in the west Chicago suburb of Lisle paying a water bill three times higher than another? The answer has to do with a private utility company.
A study conducted in part by Chicago's Northwestern Medicine found that tanning beds not only triple the risk of melanoma, but can also damage DNA across nearly the whole skin surface.
An investigation into the case of a Michigan man who contracted rabies after an organ transplant provided more details on the infection's origin.
The newest measles vaccination numbers released by Chicago Public Schools shows immunizations are finally moving in the right direction.
Two pregnant Black women recently faced alarming neglect at hospitals in Indiana and Texas, highlighting racial disparities in maternal care.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker on Tuesday signed a bill aimed at protecting vaccine access in Illinois.
A Culver's is coming to Chicago's South Loop, a real estate broker has confirmed.
A new vision for passenger rail is on track in southeastern Wisconsin. The MARK Passenger Rail Commission held its inaugural meeting on December 5, 2025, at Racine City Hall.
U.S. Steel says it'll resume making steel slabs at its Granite City Works plant in Illinois amid strengthening demand.
Traffic at O'Hare International Airport is growing faster than expected, and this has Chicago city leaders wanting to make big changes to future construction plans at the airport.
Small Business Saturday was disrupted by the winter storm for many business owners in Chicago, but in the Rogers Park neighborhood, a group of business owners came together to draw customers.
The nearly 100-year-old cinema will close briefly after New Year's Day and reopen on Jan. 9 with a showing of Jim Jarmusch's "Father Mother Sister Brother."
Known as a popular Hollywood director, Rob Reiner also had a lengthy record of political and civic activism, especially in California.
Nick Reiner, a son of director Rob Reiner and his wife Michele, has been arrested on murder charges following their deaths, police said.
Rob Reiner was the son of a comedy giant who became one himself with movies such as "The Princess Bride," "When Harry Met Sally…" and "This is Spinal Tap."
Director Rob Reiner and wife, Michele, were found dead in their Los Angeles home, sources told CBS News, in what police called an apparent homicide.
Nothing was taken from the iconic ice cream shop in Beverly.
Spirit Airlines has received a $100 million lifeline amid its bankruptcy, and the U.S. government is considering DNA swaps and other measures for international visitors. CBS News Travel Editor Peter Greenberg joins Dana Kozlov.
It’s that time of year when skin gets dry and cracked, and it’s important to make sure you’re keeping yourself moisturized and healthy. For some skin and hair care and beauty tips, joining Dana Kozlov are Cassandra Stratton, Cyndi Van, and Sharonika Hicks of Tricoci Salon and Spa.
The Chicago Symphony’s annual holiday program “Merry, Merry Chicago!” breathes new life into some holiday classics, with a few surprises on the way. Joining Audrina Sinclair is guest conductor John Morris Russell.
A restaurant in the southwest Chicago suburb of Bridgeview was left with a huge mess to clean up, after it was flooded with around a foot of water overnight Tuesday into Wednesday.
A new report shines a light on electricity shortages that Illinois could face in less than 10 years.
Tom Cunningham and Ewelina Siuta recalled the moment of a road rage incident on Monday afternoon on the city's Southwest Side that continued to escalate.
Electric bills in the Chicago area could go up as much as $70 in the next three years because of data centers, according to the Citizens Utility Board.
Critics of Mayor Johnson's 2026 budget plan moved forward to vote on an alternative spending plan that would increase taxes on plastic grocery bags, liquor sales and more.
CBP Cmdr. Gregory Bovino returned to Chicago Tuesday. He and his agents were seen in Little Village, near Midway and in Cicero taking people into custody.
Electric bills in the Chicago area could go up as much as $70 in the next three years because of data centers, according to the Citizens Utility Board.
Advocates and legislators are seeking solutions and and accountability for a pattern of Chicago police arresting Black gun owners on firearms charges despite valid FOID and CCL licenses.
Homeowner and Army veteran Kaliff Chilembwe's property tax bill has seen an increase of 118%.
Why are Chicago police officers arresting and charging Black gun owners with valid FOID cards and CCLs? An inside source spoke exclusively to CBS News Chicago to offer insights into their possible motivation.
With Chicago facing a projected deficit of more than $1 billion in 2026, why does the city's salary database show at least a dozen aldermanic aides with salaries close to $200,000? The database is wrong, but staffers are getting hefty bonuses.
The Blackhawks were without third-year center Connor Bedard, who was placed on injured reserve Monday for at least two weeks because of an upper-body injury.
Earlier this month, the team was trying to raise $18,000 to fund their trip to the American Youth Football Championship.
FIFA slashed the price of some World Cup tickets following a worldwide backlash, with some final seats available for $60.
The Blackhawks' Connor Bedard has been placed on the injured reserve.
The last-place Pelicans won their second straight and have beaten the Bulls twice this season.
The Original Rainbow Cone ice cream shop was broken into on Chicago's West Side.
A Flint, Michigan, man is heading to trial after the U.S. Customs and Border Protection in Chicago intercepted firearm conversion kits from China.
Officials in Los Angeles held a news conference about the killings of Rob Reiner and his wife Michele Singer Reiner, who were found dead in their home Sunday.
In several zoomed-in videos police say were captured on the East Side of Providence approximately two hours before the shooting, the person of interest is seen walking on a sidewalk and looking around.
A woman was found dead near a shopping center in Schaumburg, Illinois early Tuesday, and a man was taken into police custody.
