Taste of Chicago pop-up happening in Marquette Park
It will feature local food vendors, live music, and dance classes.
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Taste of Chicago pop-up in Marquette Park
This is the last pop-up until the downtown Taste of Chicago which will run from Sept. 8 to 10.
Gas main ruptures, sends vapor blasting in Marquette Park
Peoples Gas eventually shut off the leak.
1 man killed, another critically hurt in Marquette Park shooting
Police say the men, 25 and 30, were outside when an unknown suspect approached and fired shots in their direction.
1 man killed, another critically hurt in Marquette Park shooting
Police say the men, 25 and 30, were outside when an unknown suspect approached and fired shots in their direction.
Teen charged in Marquette Park battery also connected to September Chinatown carjacking
The 16-year-old is charged with assaulting another boy earlier this month and carjacking a man in September.
MISSING: Miracle Powell, 15, last seen in Marquette Park
Miracle Powell, 15, was last seen by family members in Marquette Park on Dec. 22 around 9:30 p.m.
Bullets fly from nearby shooting in Marquette Park, leave man dead
As of Tuesday night, no one was in custody.
Shooting in Marquette Park kills man in parked car
The man was in a parked car when shots were fired from a nearby disturbance, police said.
Juvenile charged with armed carjacking of 33-year-old woman in Marquette Park
The Vehicular Hijacking Task Force arrested the suspect Wednesday in West Lawn.
Located: 15-month-old London Ligon of Marquette Park
Police are searching for a missing 15-month-old girl last seen in Marquette Park.
Southwest Side neighbors on edge after car enthusiast takeover turns violent
Residents of the Marquette Park area also fear another takeover could get out of hand again.
Woman in serious condition after shooting in Marquette Park
A woman of unknown age suffered a gunshot wound to the chest, police said.
Police issue alert of armed carjackings in West Lawn and Marquette Park
Police are warning residents Thursday of armed carjackings in the West Lawn and Marquette Park neighborhoods.
Damaged Playground Equipment In Marquette Park Was Removed, But Supply Chain Issues Are Holding Up Replacements
The supply chain delays continue, and that is impacting Chicago communities in ways you might not expect. CBS 2's Marie Saavedra found one example Tuesday on the city's Southwest Side.
After Complaints For Some Time, Playground At Marquette Park Fixed Fast After CBS 2 Calls Ald. David Moore And He Takes Action
Parents say damage to a Chicago Lawn neighborhood playground is a danger to their kids – so why was it taking so long to repair? As CBS 2's Marie Saavedra reported Tuesday night, one social media post and email to an alderman later, there is now a fix.
1 Killed, 1 Critically Wounded In Marquette Park Shooting
Police said the victims were driving west in the 3000 block of West 65th Street shortly before 7 p.m., when someone shot both of them.
Chicago Leaders Remember MLK, Historic March In The City For Housing Equality
Weeks after the march, the city and the civil rights leaders reached the "Summit Agreement" with the goal of ensuring fair housing in Chicago.
16-Year-Old Shot While Riding In Van In Marquette Park
A 16-year-old boy is in the hospital after he was shot in a van in the Marquette Park neighborhood Monday night.
CFD Crews Extinguish Apartment Building Fire On Troy
Chicago Fire Department crews have put out a blaze in the Marquette Park neighborhood.
Woman Charged With False Reporting; Police Say She Claimed Car Was Stolen With Baby Inside When He Was With Sitter Whole Time
A woman was charged with false reporting Tuesday after police said she claimed her 7-month-old son was taken by a thief who stole her car near Marquette Park – when he'd been safely with a babysitter the whole time.
Baby Found After Mom Said Car Was Stolen With Him Inside; Police Say He Was Most Likely Safe All Along
A baby has been found after a mother told police a car was stolen with him inside near Marquette Park Monday afternoon, and police said he was safe all along.
Homeowner Shoots, Kills Suspected Burglar In Marquette Park
A homeowner shot and killed a suspected burglar in Chicago's Marquette Park neighborhood Sunday morning, Chicago police confirm.
High School Student Accused Of Killing Woman After Finding Out She's Transgender
A high schooler is accused of killing a woman after finding out she was transgender. Prosecutors say he was so enraged he returned to the crime scene twice.
Boy Dies At Age 8, After Mom Charinez Jefferson Was Shot Dead While Pregnant With Him In 2011
It was a case that rocked Chicago back in 2011 – a pregnant teen was shot in the head, back, and chest and murdered, but her baby survived.
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Baby ejected from SUV in Northwest Indiana in violent crash
The crash happened Saturday night near Route 30 and Burr Street.
U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin to join UAW on picket line in Bolingbrook
More than 18,000 auto workers are now on strike at Ford, GM, and Stellantis.
The meaning of Jewish holiday Yom Kippur, the day of atonement
According to Jewish tradition, the day is a chance to wipe the slate clean of any wrong-doings from the past year.
Teen struck and killed by car while lying in the street in Niles
Police said they do not suspect the driver who hit the boy was impaired. It's unknown why the boy was lying in the street.
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5 people robbed in less than an hour overnight on North Side
Police said all of the robberies involved a white SUV and three to four suspects, but have not said if the holdups were connected.
Volunteer groups overwhelmed as record number of migrants arrive in Chicago in one day
For more than a year now, the effort to help asylum seekers has been a joint effort with agencies in Chicago - as well as churches and groups in the surrounding areas.
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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Baby ejected from SUV in Northwest Indiana in violent crash
The crash happened Saturday night near Route 30 and Burr Street.
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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.
Hospital changed disposal procedures after CBS 2 bought empty COVID-19 vaccine vials
After a pharmacy director admitted selling "empty" COVID vaccine vials to CBS 2, the hospital changed policy to protect the public.
Former state inspector Jose Guillen expected to plead guilty to lying about groping women
Guillen was indicted last year on four counts of deprivation of civil rights and one count of obstruction of justice
Electric rental car breaks down, traps Gurnee mom, daughter inside
They turned to CBS 2 Investigators for help after they then got stuck with a big bill.
New fraud targets doctors, nurses and other medical professionals
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Chicago alderman calls for ordinance ensuring sidewalk repairs with construction projects
Ald. Gilbert Villegas (36th) is calling out the city's Department of Transportation to work more efficiently.
Retired Cook County judge disbarred over fleecing of late Tuskegee Airman uncle
Patricia Martin admitted to misconduct after being accused of using nearly $250,000 of her uncle's funds for her own personal purposes.
Chicago signs $29M contract with security firm to set up tent "base camps" for migrants
City officials have said the priority for the base camps would be to relocate migrants who have been sleeping on the floors of police stations.
Judge delays order that Chicago State University provide documents at center of Nigerian presidential dispute
Bola Tinubu's political rival, Atiku Abubakar, claims that documents showing that Tinubu graduated from Chicago State in 1979 are not authentic, and that is grounds to nullify Tinubu's election victory earlier this year.
City Council committee backs proposal to raise minimum wage for tipped workers
The ordinance would gradually increase the minimum wage for tipped workers to match the full minimum wage by July 1, 2028.
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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.
Chime customer frustrated by slow response after bogus $1,200 charge
She was yet another victim who didn't get their money back until CBS 2 got involved.
Hackers post crude content on Schaumburg spa's Facebook page
While Noelle Fredrick frequently has to straighten up her spa workspace, but what she can't seem to tidy up is her spa's Facebook page.
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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.
Silver Cross NICU like a second home for some new parents
Millions of babies are born prematurely every year. That translates to about one in 10 newborns who need extra support in the NICU.
Hospital changed disposal procedures after CBS 2 bought empty COVID-19 vaccine vials
After a pharmacy director admitted selling "empty" COVID vaccine vials to CBS 2, the hospital changed policy to protect the public.
Free COVID test kits are back. Here's how to get them.
The Biden administration is also pouring $600 million into more COVID tests manufacturing across the U.S.
Two people in DuPage County die from West Nile Virus
There have been six human cases reported in DuPage County in 2023.
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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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Megan Rapinoe gets triumphant sendoff at Soldier Field before final match
The U.S. went on to beat South Africa 2-0.
Bears remain winless, fall to Kansas City for 13th consecutive loss
It was a brutal end to a dismal week of distractions for the Bears
White Sox beat Red Sox to win 1st series since early August
Luis Robert Jr. left with a sore right knee after stealing his 20th base.
Wisdom hits go-ahead homer, playoff-hopeful Cubs beat Rockies
Yan Gomes also drove in two runs for the Cubs, who remained a game in front of Miami for the final NL wild card.
Usher to headline Super Bowl halftime show in Las Vegas
Usher will perform at the Super Bowl halftime show in Las Vegas on Feb. 11, 2024.
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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.
Hundreds of local artists take stages at Chicago Live! at Navy Pier
The event is the Midwest's largest free performing arts festival.
Usher to headline Super Bowl halftime show in Las Vegas
Usher will perform at the Super Bowl halftime show in Las Vegas on Feb. 11, 2024.
"The Amazing Race" set to return for milestone 35th season
The Emmy Award-winning series returns for its biggest season yet with 90-minute original episodes starting Wednesday, Sept. 27.
Chicago LGBTQ+ International Film Festival and South Asian Film Festival begin Thursday
The LGBTQ+ International Film Festival begins at the Music Box Theatre, with the Chicago premiere of Andy Vallentine's "The Mattachine Family."
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Today is Yom Kippur
According to Jewish tradition, the day is a chance to wipe the slate clean of any wrong-doings from the past year.
Today is Yom Kippur, the day of atonement for Jews
According to Jewish tradition, the day is a chance to wipe the slate clean of any wrong-doings from the past year.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Showers to start the week
CBS 2 Meteorologist Gerard Jebaily has a look at the extended forecast.
R&B star Usher to perform at the Super Bowl halftime show
R&B star Usher has been tapped to perform at the Super Bowl halftime show. He told the CBS Morning team he is ready. You can only see the Super Bowl on February 11th on CBS 2.
U.S. Sen. Bob Menendez defying calls to resign after indictment
U.S. Sen. Bob Menendez is speaking freely about criminal charges against him and his wife. The New Jersey Democrat and his wife are both accused of conspiracy to commit bribery and fraud.
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5 people robbed in less than an hour overnight on North Side
Police said all of the robberies involved a white SUV and three to four suspects, but have not said if the holdups were connected.
Funeral for Hillcrest High School student to be held next week
Marshawn Mitchell, 14, was shot multiple times outside of his school's homecoming football game on Sept. 15.
86-year-old man killed in Auburn Gresham shooting
Neighbors and family described Charles Hobson Sr. as a caring grandfather-figure and "man of God."
22-year-old man in critical condition after South Shore shooting
The victim then boarded a bus traveling westbound on 67th Street before being transported to the University of Chicago Hospital.
2 delivery men robbed at gunpoint on Northwest Side within minutes
No one is in custody in connection with either incident.
