Kirk Tells Illinois "Take Heart" In Last Speech On Senate Floor
U.S. Sen. Mark Kirk said farewell to his colleagues on Capitol Hill on Friday.
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Duckworth And Kirk Come Together At A Summit, Show Civility
Despite a nasty campaign, the two candidates for U.S. Senate in Illinois came together Friday at an alcohol-free "beer summit."
Duckworth: "It's Time To Heal The Country, Come Together"
After defeating Mark Kirk in the race for U.S. Senate in Illinois, Congresswoman Tammy Duckworth said the most important thing is for the American people to unite and work hard for the good of the nation.
Kirk Urges Voters To Go To Polls, Regardless Of Choice For President
"If you had time to go to the Cubs parade, you need to have time to go vote for your country," he said.
Kirk, Duckworth Both Say They Are Healthy Enough To Serve In U.S. Senate
Friday was the final debate between Republican Sen. Mark Kirk and his Democratic challenger, Tammy Duckworth.
2 Groups Pull Kirk Endorsement Following His Remark About Duckworth's Parents
It was the result of comments Kirk made in last week's debate against opponent Tammy Duckworth.
Kirk Apologizes For Mocking Duckworth's Family Military History
Illinois Republican U.S. Sen. Mark Kirk apologized Friday for mocking his Democratic rival's immigrant background and her claim that her family's military service dates back to the Revolution — comments that drew wide criticism and threatened an already difficult re-election campaign.
Illinois Politicians Rally To Get Voters To Cast Ballots
Comptroller candidate Susana Mendoza encourages democrats to "vote blue no matter who."
Some Military Veterans Feel Like Pawns In Fierce Senate Race Between Kirk, Duckworth
Each candidate has made military service an issue, sometimes in negative ways. CBS 2's Rob Johnson reports.
Kirk, Duckworth Square Off In First Debate For U.S. Senate Seat
GOP incumbent Mark Kirk faced off against Democratic challenger Tammy Duckworth at the Chicago Tribune editorial board. CBS 2 Political Reporter Derrick Blakley reports.
Sen. Mark Kirk's Surgeon Released Status On Recovery After Stroke
Senator Mark Kirk's surgeon released Wednesday a letter to the media in regards to Sen. Kirk's recovery since his 2012 stroke.
Duckworth Speaks Out At Clinton Rally
Nearly 200 enthusiastic Hillary Clinton-backers filled a River North union hall for a pep rally and strategy session with some of the state's top women Democrats.
Sen. Mark Kirk Not Backing Down On Obama-Iran Payment Comments
U.S. Rep. Tammy Duckworth (D-8th), Kirk's opponent, said his comments about the president were beyond pale.
Democrat Gabby Giffords Endorses GOP Sen. Mark Kirk, Citing Gun-Control Vote
Giffords, a Democrat, is the U.S. representative who was shot and gravely wounded in 2011.
Congressional Candidate Wants Kirk To Apologize For PTSD Joke
U.S. Sen. Mark Kirk's comments comparing dealing with Donald Trump to post-traumatic stress disorder have drawn the ire of a Marine veteran running for Congress.
Kirk Calls For Debate In Spanish With Challenger Duckworth
CBS 2 Special Correspondent Jay Levine talks with the Republican incumbent about his tough bid for re-election.
Kirk Again Trails Duckworth In Fundraising For US Senate Bid
U.S. Rep. Tammy Duckworth outraised Illinois Republican U.S. Sen. Mark Kirk for the fourth consecutive quarter, giving her a multimillion-dollar cash advantage in a race that could help determine whether Democrats retake control of the Senate.
Sen. Mark Kirk Calls Donald Trump A 'Bully,' Trump Calls Kirk 'Loser'
Kirk, one of the more vulnerable GOP incumbents, has said he will not endorse his party's presumptive presidential candidate.
U.S. Senate Contenders Duckworth, Kirk Hit July 4th Parades
The contest between Republican Mark Kirk and Democrat Tammy Duckworth is considered the nation's top Senate race to watch.
Republican Sen. Kirk: Fundraising More Challenging Here With Trump Atop Ticket
The incumbent admits fundraising is a little harder among Republican donors because of uncertainty over Trump's candidacy.
Duckworth Settles Retaliation Lawsuit; Agreement That No Law Violated
A settlement in the workplace retaliation lawsuit against U.S. Rep. Tammy Duckworth concluded Friday with an agreement that no law was violated, removing an obstacle in bid to unseat Republican U.S. Sen. Mark Kirk in one of November's most competitive Senate races.
Mud-Slinging Begins In U.S. Senate Race Between Kirk, Duckworth
Incumbent Mark Kirk, a Republican, and Democratic challenger Tammy Duckworth released their first TV ads, and they're both on the attack.
Judge Allows Workplace Retaliation Case Against Duckworth To Go To Trial
Union County Judge David Boie rejected an effort by government lawyers to dismiss the lawsuit, allowing the case to go to trial in August and remain a campaign issue for Duckworth.
Kirk Meets With Obama's Supreme Court Nominee Garland, Urges GOP To Hold Confirmation Hearings
Sen. Mark Kirk became the first Republican senator to meet with Supreme Court nominee Merrick Garland, complimenting President Barack Obama's pick Tuesday as "one of the most eminent jurists in the country" and criticizing GOP leaders' refusal to hold confirmation hearings or a vote on him.
Duckworth, Kirk Expected To Spend Big In Senate Race
CBS 2's Suzanne Le Mignot reports, Democrats will be clamoring to regain the seat.
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Violence, chaos erupts throughout Chicago over Fourth of July weekend
Violence continues to be at the forefront over the holiday weekend.
Man accused of shooting Chicago Police officer 3 times in 'ambush' held on $2 million bond
He yelled "there go police right there," jumped in front of them, and fired multiple times, prosecutors said.
1 officer injured after crowd attack CPD squad cars in Portage Park
One officer had to be treated for minor injuries, police said.
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Mother begs for justice after no answers in shooting that killed her 5-month-old daughter
"That's my child. I felt every kick."
Chicago First Alert Weather: Hot and humid for 4th of July, with evening storms possible
Humidity will creep back up on Monday, and storm chances return to he forecast.
7 dead, 27 wounded in weekend shootings across Chicago
At least eight people are dead, and 30 others are wounded following shootings across the city as of Sunday afternoon.
Activists call for more freedom for people who have completed their prison terms
"We know that people with criminal records tend to live a life as the second-class citizens, and we need to make sure that when people serve their time that they are able to reintegrate in society with their full rights."
Bulls reportedly sign veteran PG Goran Dragic to one-year deal
Dragic, 36, is clearly in the twilight of his career, but he still has a little bit left in the tank, as he showed with the Nets last season.
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Violence, chaos erupts throughout Chicago over Fourth of July weekend
Violence continues to be at the forefront over the holiday weekend.
Man accused of shooting Chicago Police officer 3 times in 'ambush' held on $2 million bond
He yelled "there go police right there," jumped in front of them, and fired multiple times, prosecutors said.
1 officer injured after crowd attack CPD squad cars in Portage Park
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Chicago July 4 Fireworks 2022: Where and when to watch shows around the area
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Mother begs for justice after no answers in shooting that killed her 5-month-old daughter
"That's my child. I felt every kick."
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Chicago's Arab American community launches campaign to end racial profiling
Following a story we broke Thursday night on CBS 2, Chicago's Arab American community is demanding police end the use of suspicious activity reporting after a groundbreaking study found the reports were being used as tool for racial profiling.
Unfounded suspicious activity reports target Arabs, Muslims in routine activities, report shows
The report confirms what many have suspected for decades: being suspicious has less to do with what a person is doing, and more to do with what they look like.
Five years after her brother's murder, one Chicago woman learns justice will never come
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Dixmoor Treasurer Anthony McCaskill arrested after fireworks complaint in Harvey
A fireworks show in south suburban Harvey didn't go as planned – it ended with the Dixmoor village treasurer getting thrown in jail.
Woman without one document for foreign citizenship application, broken forklift blamed
Cutting through bureaucratic red tape can be frustrating – but red tape is not the reason for one west suburban woman's frustration.
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Indiana transgender girl athlete raises voice against school sports ban
Transgender girls in Indiana are now banned from playing on girls' teams at schools in that state.
Chicago's Arab American community launches campaign to end racial profiling
Following a story we broke Thursday night on CBS 2, Chicago's Arab American community is demanding police end the use of suspicious activity reporting after a groundbreaking study found the reports were being used as tool for racial profiling.
Supreme Court limits EPA's authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions
The ruling delivers a significant blow to the Biden administration's efforts to fight climate change.
Supreme Court says Biden can end "Remain in Mexico" rule for asylum-seekers
In a 5-4 opinion written by Chief Justice John Roberts, the high court rejected arguments by Republican-led states seeking to force officials to keep the policy.
Biden says he'd support eliminating filibuster to codify Roe
The president blasted the Supreme Court's decision as "outrageous" and "destabilizing."
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Flight delays and cancellations are expected to be a disaster this holiday weekend
Buckle up for a weekend of travel chaos – starting Thursday, mass delays and cancellations are expected just to get worse heading into the holiday weekend.
After losing rental income, Chicago man gets stuck with long wait from state assistance program
Rental income was part of a Chicago man's retirement plan, but that hit a snag when his renters lost their jobs during the pandemic.
Kroger, Walgreens recall pain medications over faulty child-proofing
There's nothing wrong with the medication, but the bottles don't meet standards for child resistance.
Woman loses $17,000 in gift card scam perpetrated by Microsoft security impostor
Woodfield Mall in Schaumburg was the site of a post-Christmas shopping spree that Cynthia DeSimone still regrets months later – and it wasn't her idea at all.
Getting Hosed: D.C. has an app to warn customers of high water usage; could Chicago use the same?
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New Indiana law aims to address state's nursing shortage
The Indiana Hospital Association said the state will still need about 5,000 more nurses by 2031.
Planned Parenthood of Illinois prepares for huge spike in demand for abortion services
Every state that borders Illinois has or could soon have restrictions on abortion in the wake of the striking down of Roe v. Wade.
Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade
The Supreme Court Friday overturned the landmark 1973 Roe v. Wade ruling, which guaranteed a woman's right to abortion. The ruling sends the issue back to the states. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford reports.
Wisconsin doctors halt abortions after Roe v. Wade overturned
Wisconsin has an 1849 law that bans abortion, except to save the life of the mother, but whether that law is enforceable is expected to be challenged in court.
COVID-19 vaccines to be available for younger children soon, but many parents still hesitant
A Kaiser poll taken earlier this spring found fewer than one in five parents would get their children under 5 vaccinated right away.
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Employees go on strike at Starbucks on Ridge Avenue in Edgewater
The employees said Starbucks has cut their hours and has forced the staff to do more with fewer people.
Billionaire Ken Griffin moving Chicago-based hedge fund Citadel to Miami
In a note to employees at Citadel, Griffin announced he already has moved his family to Miami, and will soon be bringing the company with him, though some Citadel employees will remain in Chicago.
Chicago company using fungi from Yellowstone to grow vegan protein products
The edible fungi was discovered as part of a NASA-funded research mission about life in extreme environments.
Black-owned and operated craft coffee shop works to expand, and to inspire entrepreneurs
The coffee shop wants to support Black, Latinx, and women entrepreneurs get their own start.
Kellogg to split into three companies, with snack division headquarters in Chicago
The snack company – which accounts for 80% of Kellogg's current sales – will have dual campuses in Battle Creek and Chicago, with its headquarters in Chicago.
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Bulls reportedly sign veteran PG Goran Dragic to one-year deal
Dragic, 36, is clearly in the twilight of his career, but he still has a little bit left in the tank, as he showed with the Nets last season.
White Sox takes win over Giants 1-0 heading into Game 2 of series
Leury Garcia scores single RBI giving the White Sox the win over the Giants 1-0 in the series.
Morel homers in 3rd straight game, Cubs beat Red Sox
The Cubs took advantage of 10 walks by five pitchers and came back after falling behind 4-0.
Back home again, this time with Chicago Dogs, outfielder Charlie Tilson hoping to earn his way back to MLB
New Trier High School alum and former Chicago White Sox player Charlie Tilson saw his first shot in the major leagues derailed by injury.
Bulls reportedly sign All-Star Zach LaVine to max contract extension, at five years, $215 million
LaVine averaged 24.4 points and made his second straight All-Star team last year.
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Chicago July 4 Fireworks 2022: Where and when to watch shows around the area
Celebrate the Fourth of July with these fireworks shows around the Chicagoland area.
Rhapsody Theater celebrates grand opening in historic Rogers Park space
The official debut of the 200-seat space Tuesday evening featured magician Carisa Hendrix – better known by her stage name, Miss Lucy Darling.
Volunteer men's chorus The Jolly Boys celebrate 75 years performing
For the last three quarters of a century, the Jolly Boys have shared their song throughout Chicagoland.
Chicago's Jennifer Hudson is now part of exclusive EGOT club with Tony win for 'A Strange Loop'
Hudson produced the new musical "A Strange Loop" which won for Best Musical Sunday night.
Jury awards millions to Johnny Depp, less to Amber Heard in libel suits
The judge said state law caps punitive damages at $350,000, meaning Depp's award would total $10.35 million.
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Chosen Few Picnic and Festival returns to Jackson Park
A Fourth of July weekend tradition returned Saturday to Chicago's South Side.
Bodies, cremated remains found in Jeffersonville funeral home
Police in Indiana found over 30 bodies inside a funeral home in Jeffersonville.
Man arrested after spraying mace inside restaurant in the Loop
A man is in custody after spraying mace inside a restaurant in the Loop early Sunday morning.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Sunny, highs in the 80s
Low chance again for a shower later in the evening.
Officer injured after crowd attacks CPD squad cars in Portage Park
A rowdy group attacked Chicago police officers on the city's Northwest Side Sunday morning.
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