UConn Huskies top San Diego State to win NCAA men's basketball title
They dominated throughout the tournament with one of the most impressive runs March Madness history to pick up the program's fifth national men's basketball title.
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LSU wins NCAA women's tournament, school's first title
With 102 points, LSU also broke the record for most points in a championship game.
NCAA Tournament Schedule: When to watch the Final Four and NCAA Championship on CBS
After four wild rounds of NCAA Tournament basketball, March Madness is soon coming to its exciting conclusion, and CBS will have all the action.
First timers Miami, FAU, San Diego State join UConn in NCAA's Final Four
For the first time, no team is seeded better than No. 4
NCAA Tournament schedule: dates, times, and channels for Elite 8
Here's the complete schedule, game times, livestream links and TV info for the Elite 8 this weekend.
Creighton ends Princeton's March Madness run with 86-75 win
Princeton was hoping to become the first Ivy League champion to make the Elite Eight since 1979.
Miami beats No. 1 seed Houston; all four top NCAA seeds out
Knocking No. 1 seed Houston out of the NCAA Tournament made Jim Larrañaga feel like dancing.
NCAA Tournament schedule: dates, times, and channels for Round of 32
Here's the complete schedule, game times, livestream links and TV info for the Round of 32 this weekend.
Northwestern wins and celebrates first round NCAA Tournament win over Boise State
Boo Buie scored 22 points to lead Northwestern to a win in the school's second appearance ever in the NCAA Tournament, 75-67 over Boise State on Thursday.
NCAA Tournament schedule: dates, times, and channels for Round of 64
The NCAA Tournament Round of 64 continues on Friday.
Northwestern fans hyped for basketball team's second-ever NCAA Tournament appearance
March Madness was in full swing on Thursday. Both the Illini and Northwestern men's basketball teams were in action for the NCAA Tournament. CBS 2's Matt Zahn was in California where the No. 7 Wildcats were set to play No. 10 Boise State.
Four teams vie for Final Four spot in Midwest Regional at United Center
March Madness continued Thursday with the Sweet 16, and while there are no local teams left, the tournament is being played in Chicago.
Loyola, Illinois each gear up for March Madness on Friday
The Illini and Loyola both got in their day-before practices on the court in Pittsburgh Thursday. CBS 2's Matt Zahn reports.
March Madness: No. 4 Illinois to play Chattanooga, No. 10 Loyola to play Ohio State Friday
March Madness is officially upon us – and both the Fighting Illini and the Loyola Ramblers will be opening tournament play in the Steel City.
Cameron Krutwig Decides He Won't Be Using Extra Year Of Eligibility To Stay With Loyola, Will Be Going Pro
On Thursday, in a message on social media, Cameron Krutwig announced he won't be using the NCAA's extra year of eligibility to return to the Ramblers next season. He will be turning pro instead.
Illinois-Based Connor Sports Makes, Installs Floor Underneath Players For NCAA Tournament
You may have watched some college hoops this weekend, and there's a good chance you'll be watching the big game Monday night on CBS 2. But you probably haven't paid much attention to floor underneath the players.
In Season Of Zooms And Quarantine, USC, UCLA Both Underdogs In First-Ever Joint Elite Eight Appearance
After a year that was unlike any other in recent memory, UCLA and USC are both gunning for a spot in the NCAA men's basketball tournament's Final Four.
Baylor Broils No. 3 Razorbacks, Ready For Even Bigger Game
Baylor more than lived up to its top-seeded billing, pulling away from No. 3 Arkansas early and then again the second the game got uncomfortably close.
Flashback: The 1st Intercollegiate Basketball Game Was Played At Hamline University In St. Paul
Back then, there were no three-pointers. Each bucket counted for a single point. Players weren't allowed to dribble, but rather just pivot and pass.
UCLA, USC Both In Elite Eight In Same Year For First Time Ever
If the crosstown rivals were to win, they would face off on Saturday, April 3 in Indianapolis.
UCLA Upsets Alabama To Advance To Elite 8 For First Time Since 2008
UCLA scored the first seven points in overtime as it upset Alabama, 88-78, Sunday in an NCAA men's basketball tournament East Regional semifinal to advance to the Elite 8 for the first time since 2008.
Loyola's NCAA Tournament Run Ends In Sweet 16 With 65-58 Loss To Oregon State; Beavers Second 12 Seed To Reach Elite 8
Loyola's run in the NCAA tournament is over, after the No. 8-seeded Ramblers lost to the No. 12-seeded Oregon State Beavers, 65-58
Loyola Ramblers' Youngest Honorary Member, Marcellus Pounds, Helping Team Dance Their Way Through NCAA Tournament
Make room Sister Jean, we have a new contender for the title of the Loyola Ramblers most endearing fan, Marcellus Pounds, who's also the team's youngest honorary member.
Villanova Looks To Continue NCAA Tournament Run Against Top-Seeded Baylor
Villanova is looking to capture its fourth NCAA title after winning it all in 1985, 2016 and 2018.
Villanova Basketball In Unfamiliar Underdog Territory Ahead Of Matchup With Top-Seeded Baylor
CBS3's Pat Gallen spoke with CBS Sports analyst Clark Kellogg about Villanova being back in a familiar place and how they can continue their run.
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Chicago leaders host public meeting to answer migrant housing questions
"This is a humanitarian need given that we have children right now at police stations. Many children already have chronic bronchitis. They have complications at birth from mothers, who had to give birth in inhumane conditions."
Security guards fire shots at would-be armored truck robbers in Country Club Hills
The FBI confirmed shots were fired, but no injuries were reported.
Chicago area first responders treated to day on the golf course
The winner of the tournament walked away with prize money which would be donated to their department.
Owners of weapons covered under Illinois assault weapons ban may now register
Illinois State Police are now accepting what is known as endorsement affidavits.
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Robbers hold up bank in Chicago suburb shortly before armored truck heist
As of Monday afternoon, there was confusion over whether or not anyone was shot or injured in the robbery of the U.S. Bank branch.
Security guards fire shots at would-be armored truck robbers in Country Club Hills
The FBI confirmed shots were fired, but no injuries were reported.
Victim of botched Chicago police raid in 2017 to get $300,000 settlement
Police raided Sharnia Phillips' home while searching for two gang members who had never lived there.
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Chicago leaders host public meeting to answer migrant housing questions
"This is a humanitarian need given that we have children right now at police stations. Many children already have chronic bronchitis. They have complications at birth from mothers, who had to give birth in inhumane conditions."
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Victim of botched Chicago police raid in 2017 to get $300,000 settlement
Police raided Sharnia Phillips' home while searching for two gang members who had never lived there.
Despite rise in catalytic converter theft, few arrests made in Chicago
Despite years of city leaders and lawmakers trying to fix the problem, the thieves are almost never caught.
Child care providers face "cliff" with pandemic funds set to expire
The American Rescue Plan funding has helped thousands of child care centers across Illinois pay their staff, upgrade their facilities and keep cots lower for parents.
Feds to fund improvements to keep pedestrians off Chicago area railroad tracks
A total of 39 people were killed trespassing on railroad tracks in Illinois last year alone.
Now-dead man suspected in murder of Romeoville family had lengthy criminal record
Nathaniel Huey Jr.'s criminal past should have been a red flag – including a court order banning him from possessing firearms.
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Gov. Pritzker calls on President Biden to increase federal support for "overwhelming" migrant crisis
"Governors and mayors from border states have shipped people to our state like cargo in a dehumanizing attempt to score political points," Pritzker wrote.
Victim of botched Chicago police raid in 2017 to get $300,000 settlement
Police raided Sharnia Phillips' home while searching for two gang members who had never lived there.
Trump's civil fraud trial puts his finances in the spotlight. Here's what to know.
Former President Donald Trump, sons Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump, and the Trump Organization are fighting a $250 million lawsuit alleging widespread fraud.
Biden tells Congress to "get to work" after averting government shutdown
Hours before a midnight deadline, Congress passed a short-term funding bill to keep the government running for 45 days.
Tempers flare at hearing on city's migrant crisis as influx of asylum seekers ramps up
A key City Council committee met for nearly five hours on Friday to discuss the latest on Chicago's efforts to house thousands of asylum seekers.
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Nonprofit dance group owed nearly $50,000 for holiday show performance
The company that owed the money also hadn't paid other entities for security and the venue for the show.
Kia, Hyundai models recalled due to fire risk; separate concerns about security flaws persist
Hyundai warned drivers to park their cars outside until they can get the necessary repairs.
Indiana AG sues MV Realty, says company is deceptive
MV Realty is based out of Florida, but operates in Indiana and several other states – including Illinois.
Contractor accused of scamming people in need of housework
They accused James Nesbitt of taking off with deposits without completing jobs and complained he didn't respond to customers.
Getting Hosed: Officials finally address on bad water billing at City Council hearing
The Chicago City Council Finance Committee held a hearing Tuesday with the heads of the Water Management and Finance departments.
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COVID vaccine during pregnancy helps protect newborns, new study finds
The findings are just the latest to show benefits from COVID vaccination during pregnancy.
Teen who's had two lung transplants gets behind-the-scenes tour of Field Museum
Scientists at the Field Museum showed Josh Burton ways he can still have a career without digging in the dirt.
Northwestern researchers get $45M to develop implant to sense and treat cancer
"From a clinical perspective, this could be a game-changing approach to cancer therapy," said Dr. Jonathan Rivnay.
How to get the new COVID vaccine for free, with or without insurance
Americans still have ways to get vaccinated against COVID-19 at no out-of-pocket cost. Here's what to know.
How FDA's top vaccines official is timing his COVID and flu shots
Can you get your COVID booster and flu shot at the same time? Here's what health experts say.
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GM and Stellantis plants in Bolingbrook and Naperville join UAW strike
"We're not going to wait around forever for a fair contract," UAW President Shawn Fain said. "The companies know how to make this right."
Workers at Chicago Ford plant worry they may have to walk off the job amid strike
Hundreds of autoworkers gathered Thursday outside the UAW Local 551 headquarters, 13550 S. Torrence Ave., to protest.
Alderman wants moratorium on Dollar Tree stores, says properties are "filthy"
"I want to see a moratorium on these type of businesses opening up in our city," said Ald. Matt O'Shea (19th). "This happens in communities all across the city of Chicago."
Kroger and Albertsons sell hundreds of stores in a bid to clear merger of the 2 largest US groceries
Grocers Kroger and Albertsons are selling more than 400 stores and other assets to C&S Wholesale Grocers in an approximately $1.9 billion deal as part of their efforts to complete their merger.
Steppenwolf Theatre announces layoffs of 13 staffers
The company said it has been "negatively impacted by a protracted post-pandemic economic recovery for our sector and the rising cost of inflation,"
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Bulls to begin training camp, preseason with same core in place
There will also be a three-way competition for the starting point guard spot as Lonzo Ball continues his rehab process.
Claypool will remain away from Bears in Week 5, Eberflus says
Claypool was inactive in Week 4 after criticizing the Bears' use of him.
The Bank of America Chicago Marathon Course Map
The 2023 Bank of America Chicago Marathon is on October 8, 2023.
Claddagh Ring Pub pays fans' tab after Chicago Bears loss
The Claddagh Ring Pub on Foster Avenue made good on its promise to pay everyone's tab if the Bears lost Sunday
Russell Wilson throws 3 TDs, Broncos rally from 21 down to top Bears 31-28
Russell Wilson threw for three touchdowns, Wil Lutz kicked a tiebreaking field goal with just under two minutes remaining and the Denver Broncos bounced back from one of the most lopsided losses in franchise history
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Man indicted for murder of Tupac Shakur in 1996 drive-by shooting
A Nevada grand jury indicted Duane "Keffe D" Davis in the long-unsolved killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, prosecutors announced in court Friday.
Actor Michael Gambon, who played Harry Potter's Dumbledore, dies at 82
Michael Gambon, the British-Irish actor who portrayed Dumbledore in the latter 6 of the 8 "Harry Potter" movies, has died after a bout of pneumonia.
Teri Bristol, Chicago house music DJ, dies at 66
Bristol began DJing in Chicago in the 1980s, and paved the way for a generation of other women DJs.
"Survivor" returns for season 45 Wednesday, Sept. 27 at 8 p.m. ET
Through longer weekly episodes, "Survivor" will take a deeper dive into the players' stories as they're stranded on the stunning islands of Fiji.
Hollywood writers, studios reach tentative deal to end strike
Terms of the deal must still be ratified by the WGA's approximately 11,000 members.
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Shots fired in attempted armored truck robbery in Chicago suburb
A suspect is believed to have been hit during the attempted robbery in Country Club Hills. CBS 2's Tara Molina reports.
Chicago area first responders treated to day on the golf course
Some of the brave men and women whose job is to keep people safe got a bit of a break on Monday. Members of several Chicago area police and fire departments spent their day on the golf course, where local organizations thanked them for their service. CBS 2's Andrew Ramos had the story.
Colbert, other late-night hosts return with Hollywood writers' strike over
Hollywood writers are back on the job, which means the laughter returns to late-night TV. Ali Bauman of CBS 2 in New York caught up with Stephen Colbert fans outside the Ed Sullivan Theater in Midtown.
Chicago leaders host public meeting to answer migrant housing questions
There are more than 9,600 migrants living in city shelters and, almost 3,000 more waiting for housing. The city's latest temporary shelter is set to open in Pilsen. CBS 2's Shardaa reports from Benito Juarez High School
Assault weapons registration begins in Illinois
Illinois State Police are now accepting what is known as endorsement affidavits. Such an affidavit allows people who own weapons outlawed by the Protect Illinois Communities Act to keep them.
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Monday marks five years since disappearance of postal worker Kierra Coles
Coles was last seen at 81st Street and Vernon Avenue in the Chatham neighborhood – and she was three months pregnant at the time.
Robbers hold up bank in Chicago suburb shortly before armored truck heist
The FBI says one of the suspects was shot. That person got away.
Man convicted in 2018 murder of Naperville man dumped in garbage can
Prosecutors have said Ernest Collins, his girlfriend, and her mother plotted to rob and shoot Michael Armendariz, then dumped his body in a garbage can in a vacant home.
Man indicted for murder of Tupac Shakur in 1996 drive-by shooting
A Nevada grand jury indicted Duane "Keffe D" Davis in the long-unsolved killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, prosecutors announced in court Friday.
"Painkiller: The Tylenol Murders" documentary premieres on Paramount + on October 10
Using hours of exclusive archival footage, the five-part docuseries transports viewers back four decades to the moments after a twisted killer laced Tylenol pills with cyanide and killed seven people in the Chicago area.
