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Governor Pat Quinn says the only way he see's regional school superintendents getting paid is at the local level.
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Governor Pat Quinn says the only way he see's regional school superintendents getting paid is at the local level.
Police in Lake Zurich are desperate for more information involving the hit and run of a teenager girl so the amount of reward money being offered has been increased.
The proposed tollway expansion plan attracted hundreds of people Friday night to several Chicago suburbs. Many like the idea despite a plan to increase toll fares
Members of the Latino community, upset over a federal program called Secure Communities, or S-Comm, rallied in front of President Barack Obama's re-election headquarters Tuesday afternoon.
An advocacy organization is planning on meeting with the police chief to help find the person who allegedly raped a 68-year-old woman this past weekend.
Two days after warning the public about the theft of electronic devices on Green Line trains, police arrested four suspects Thursday, the youngest being a 10-year-old boy.
Finances are on the mind of Chicago Public Schools chief executive officer Jean-Claude Brizard, on the first day of the new school year for some students.
A cab driver from Richton Park has been ticketed for hitting two little girls on the Magnificent Mile over the weekend.
Several people were reportedly stabbed early Monday in a parking lot northwest suburban Rolling Meadows.
Someone has now come forward to claim a winning lottery ticket purchased in the south suburbs in June.
A temporary contractor for a north suburban grocery store has been charged with armed robbery.
Mosquitoes taken in a trap on the East Side of Aurora have tested positive for the West Nile virus, the Kane County Health Department said Friday.
The June 30 hailstorm that destroyed a portion of the Garfield Park Conservatory has prompted a fundraising drive to sustain the institution until insurance kicks in.
Nearly 2,000 people clad all in pink are gathering Friday to begin a three-day walk to raise funds for breast cancer research.
Two months after the Illinois DREAM Act passed the General Assembly, Gov. Pat Quinn is expected to sign it into law Monday.
One year after promising to bring a youth football league to Chicago, rapper Snoop Dog has followed through on that promise, and the inaugural season kicked off Saturday.
An Addison mother and three sons are being evicted from their home, and some activists are trying to prevent it.
Police in Lake Zurich now have a description of the vehicle involved in a crash that left an 18-year-old girl dead last week.
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 U.S. Coast Guard honored the crews of two Chicago River tour boats on Thursday for their bravery in two separate rescues along the river this month.
The DeKalb County Regional Superintendent of Schools admits it's challenging not receiving a paycheck from the state, but says he's holding out hope that Gov. Pat Quinn will put back the money he removed.
Attorneys for the Lake Villa man, charged with the murder of a fast food restaurant manager, want an alleged admission of the crime thrown out.
The daughter of Ald. Edward Burke (14th) and Illinois Supreme Court Justice Anne Burke has been appointed to a state post.
A half dozen tugboat crew members are safe Thursday morning, after being involved in an accident in the Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal.
Federal authorities say a Glencoe man led investors to believe their money was going into a sleep disorder business, but he actually used it to buy a mansion, run a tattoo parlor, and live a lavish lifestyle.
CBS 2 Sports Director Marshall Harris caught up with pitcher Hayden Wesneski in the clubhouse about his first Opening Day experience after making his debut late last season.
The thefts occurred in the West Woodlawn neighborhood between March 17 and 28.
The Cubs will kick off the season at Wrigley Field at 1:20 p.m.
Police say six men were robbed between 4 a.m. and 5 a.m. in the West Town and Near West Side neighborhoods.
It's the latest organization to take action against the Chinese-owned app.
The Cubs will kick off the season at Wrigley Field at 1:20 p.m.
Police say six men were robbed between 4 a.m. and 5 a.m. in the West Town and Near West Side neighborhoods.
CBS 2's Jermont Terry spent Wednesday trying to get answers.
The HH60 Black Hawk choppers went down during a routine training mission in Trigg County in southwest Kentucky, Fort Campbell said.
CBS 2 Sports Director Marshall Harris caught up with pitcher Hayden Wesneski in the clubhouse about his first Opening Day experience after making his debut late last season.
The teenage girl already had a history of being trafficked for sex – and DCFS placed her in a home with someone now accused of forcing her into prostitution.
Last month, he was convicted in the first of four trials that involved four victims who were scammed out of nearly $1 million. Instead of facing three more trials, he took a plea deal.
Chicago Police training tactics are coming under fire – with a community monitoring group saying the tactics are fundamentally flawed and continue to foster a culture of misconduct.
Residents said alerts about problems such as a broken sprinkler head, a running toilet, and even a massive pipe burst have saved them thousands.
The dump is located at the mouth of the river next to the lakefront park of Calumet Park.
Six days out from Chicago's mayoral election, candidates Brandon Johnson and Paul Vallas are still busy drumming up support.
With one week to go before Election Day, mayoral candidates Brandon Johnson and Paul Vallas faced off at another debate Tuesday evening, hosted by CBS 2.
You can see the debate on CBS 2 at 6 p.m. on Tuesday. The debate also will be streamed on CBS News Chicago.
Population loss is a serious issue, because when people exit, they take their tax dollars with them.
The Illinois State Medical Society said it considers such training an "onerous and time-consuming mandate."
CBS 2's Tara Molina brought concerns about the glitch straight to Kia.
CBS 2's Charlie De Mar had the story Monday of a disabled veteran in Crystal Lake who says the company took $20,000 from him.
The public is reminded that the person is a scammer and does not work for Kane County or any judges.
Since a surge in thefts of the vulnerable Kia and Hyundai models, the South Korean automakers have rolled out more anti-theft software, but the attorneys general are pushing for them to do more.
Residents said alerts about problems such as a broken sprinkler head, a running toilet, and even a massive pipe burst have saved them thousands.
The Illinois State Medical Society said it considers such training an "onerous and time-consuming mandate."
The CDC is investigating a nationwide outbreak of the antibiotic-resistant bacteria — Pseudomonas aeruginosa — which has infected 68 people in 16 states.
The number of infections has tripled over the last three years.
The CDC says three people have died, eight have lost their vision and four had an eyeball removed.
The World Health Organization made the announcement on Wednesday, March 11, 2020.
Leading up to this week, business representatives met with Town Hall (19th) District police to talk about safety through the season.
Their leases were supposed to expire on Tuesday, but got extended thanks to a deal negotiated by the city.
The local alderman is hoping to get them a new place to do business.
Electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft would provide 10-minute rides between O'Hare and Vertiport Chicago on the Near West Side.
Gardner died Monday surrounded by family.
CBS 2 Sports Director Marshall Harris caught up with pitcher Hayden Wesneski in the clubhouse about his first Opening Day experience after making his debut late last season.
LaVine's dunk got the Bulls within seven with 56.7 seconds left in the third quarter. But Los Angeles quickly pulled away in the final period.
Opening Day always has a little extra pageantry, but it's not just a special day for the fans who believe this is the year.
Dylan Cease will get the Opening Day start in Houston as the White Sox begin the season against Jose Abreu and the Astros.
The Blackhawks didn't manage a goal until Lukas Reichel fired from high in the slot at 13:49 of the first period.
Majors' criminal defense lawyer said he is "completely innocent and provably the victim of an altercation with a woman he knows."
On July 16 and August 13, State Street will be closed to cars between Lake and Adams for a free block party.
The cast of daytimes #1 drama looks back in brand new footage, Paramount+ celebrates the series' legacy, and a sneak peek at the upcoming anniversary storyline is revealed.
The actor's death was confirmed to CBS News by two of his representatives.
The upcoming season includes productions from around the world, ranging from opera classics to more contemporary pieces.
CBS 2 Sports Director Marshall Harris caught up with pitcher Hayden Wesneski in the clubhouse about his first Opening Day experience after making his debut late last season.
The Cubs will kick off the season at Wrigley Field at 1:20 p.m. Dansby Swanson, Cody Bellinger, Tucker Barnhart Trey Mancini are preparing to play their first games at Wrigley Field as members of the home team.
Cubs Opening Day will be breezy and mild with temperatures in the low to mid-50s. Chances for showers increase later in the day.
The suspects took money and personal belongings from the victims before getting back into the sedan and fleeing.
It's the latest organization to take action against the Chinese-owned app.
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