Naperville veteran wants to replace graves of servicemembers
Staci Boyer never met the fallen servicemembers or veterans, some who died decades ago, but she won't let their service or sacrifice fade from memory.
Staci Boyer never met the fallen servicemembers or veterans, some who died decades ago, but she won't let their service or sacrifice fade from memory.
President Biden placed a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknowns at Arlington National Cemetery, Mayor Brandon Johnson took part at a wreath-laying ceremony back in Chicago. And World War II veteran Dick Miller led the Memorial Day Parade in Aurora.
Street Pastor Donovan Price said he still has to prepare himself well in advance for the violence figures.
The mass was dedicated to four Chicago firefighters who died in the line of duty in 2023.
Olive also received posthumous a Purple Heart for his service.
The 59 young men from the northwest suburb who died fighting for freedom span battles that go as far back as the Civil War, or as recent as the War in Afghanistan. CBS 2's Andrew Ramos reports.
Olive was the first African American soldier to receive the Medal of Honor for his sacrifice during the Vietnam War.
CBS Correspondent Bradley Blackburn looks at the new partnership with veterinary leaders. A dozen have gone through the full pilot program, and they hope dozens more will be embedded in the hospitals in the coming years.
The event will be followed by a mass at the Church of the Holy Family near Roosevelt and Racine.
The event honors the deceased members of the Chicago Fire Department and Chicago Firemen's American Legion post number 667.
Here's what stores, restaurants and fast-food places are open — and closed — on Memorial Day 2024.
CBS 2 Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon has the 10 p.m. forecast for Sunday, May 27, 2024.
This Memorial Day weekend 12 soldiers who lost their lives in the Vietnam War were remembered in South Chicago.
From banks to trains to courts to your mailbox, Memorial Day means closures in Chicago and surrounding areas. Here's what will be open and closed for the holiday weekend.
It was a somber morning at Daley Plaza as dignitaries gathered for the annual Memorial Day wreath laying.
Festivals and fireworks make Chicago shine. But it all must be done safely, so the city plans to keep police out in full force.
The first wave arrives in the 7 a.m. hour along Interstate 39 and drives eastward to the city by 11 a.m. and then to Northwest Indiana.
More than 350 American flags and one black flag to represent a servicemember killed just this year.
A memorial made of hundreds of flags is going up in the far northwest suburbs for the Field of the Fallen. CBS 2's Noel Brennan talks to volunteers constructing the Filed of the Fallen.
You know them when you see them. Large, lantern-jaw fiberglass statues once used to draw attention to everything from auto repair shops to hotdog stands.
With Memorial Day coming up, northwest suburban Mundelein was gearing up for what will be a year-round tribute to veterans. The village started a street banner initiative to give families a sense of solace while allowing the community to also take part.
On Tuesday evening, the City of Aurora honored Miller with a proclamation from Mayor Richard Irvin and sash ahead of the parade.
Police said from Friday night to late Tuesday night, there were 42 shooting incidents – in which 53 were shot. Eleven of those 53 people died, and a 12th person was stabbed to death.
The ages of the victims range from 2 to 77.
While Memorial Day is traditionally the day we kick off summer in Chicago and beyond, families of fallen heroes want us to remember on this day – freedom isn’t free. CBS 2's Marissa Perlman reports.
This was the major-league worst White Sox' 12th straight loss.
Kyle Hendricks (2-9) allowed six runs on eight hits in five innings in the loss.
Staci Boyer never met the fallen servicemembers or veterans, some who died decades ago, but she won't let their service or sacrifice fade from memory.
A woman who had been onboard said the boat was a rented charter, and things started going wrong as they were pulling back into the harbor.
Late Friday, no one was in custody. Detectives were investigating.
The Secret Service and Chicago Police will be speaking with people who live near the DNC action to give some insight on public safety protocols, road closures, and transportation information ahead of the convention.
The former president called Harris a "happy warrior" and vowed to do all he can to help her defeat former President Donald Trump in November.
The 500-acre site would become home to the world's first commercially useful quantum computer.
"I will say that I have said directly to the vice president that I'm going to do everything and anything that is necessary to make sure that we beat Donald Trump and JD Vance," Pritzker said.
The Chicago Teachers Union opposed the budget plan, warning of the impact of spending cuts imposed to eliminate a $500 million deficit.
Experts say insurance companies are paying close attention, and the average person should be doing so too.
The hike was fueled mainly by the company's Safety Modernization Program to replace nearly 2,000 miles of dangerous, old, deteriorating natural gas pipes.
As of Tuesday evening, a total of five tornadoes had been confirmed in the Chicago area from the storms Monday night and six Sunday night.
The tax is up just 2 cents compared with Sunday. But it is quite a jump compared with the Illinois gas seven years ago.
One third of Chicago's roughly 400 new car dealers are using pen and paper to complete deals.
Amid a widening listeria outbreak, Boar's Head is recalling all of its liverwurst products sold nationwide, as well as some deli meats.
A warning of a Listeria monocytogenes outbreak affecting 12 states, including Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York, was issued by the CDC Friday afternoon linking infections to sliced meat at deli counters.
Lisa Gee's experience taught her the life-saving importance of organ donations for thousands of patients.
Keisha House said people trust their hairdressers and barbers, and great communication takes place while in those chairs.
The FDA found even some products that claimed to be "sterile" were contaminated.
The way things had been going, owner Alfio Sciacca was not sure Amici would make it a year. Now, everything has changed.
Bally's took possession of the River West property July 5.
The plant, which was indefinitely idled in February 2023, is expected to reopen next year.
Fiscal Year 2024 saw total cannabis sales exceed $2 billion, which exceeded the figures for Fiscal Years 2023 and 2022.
Kroger owns the Mariano's brand, while Albertsons owns Jewel-Osco.
Newhart was an Oak Park native and an alumnus of Saint Ignatius College Prep and Loyola University in Chicago.
Bob Newhart, who starred in the long-running sitcoms "The Bob Newhart Show" and "Newhart," has died at age 94.
Nominations for the 76th annual Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday, with "Shōgun," "The Bear," "Hacks," "Only Murders in the Building" and "Baby Reindeer" all earning multiple major nods. See the full list of nominees for the 2024 ceremony here.
"Big Brother" announced Tuesday the 16 new Houseguests who will move into the "Big Brother" house and, for the first time ever, have the power to vote in a 17th houseguest.
After many people criticized Andress' rendition of the National Anthem online, comparing her with Fergie, the singer says she's going to rehab.
Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon has your 10 p.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Friday, July 26, 2024.
Staci Boyer has never met the fallen servicemembers or veterans, some who died decades ago, but she won't let their service or sacrifice fade from memory. Noel Brennan has her story in this edition of Eye on Chicago.
Meanwhile, CBS News uncovered new details about the background of former Sangamon County Sheriff’s Deputy Sean Grayson, who shot and killed Massey earlier this month. Jermont Terry reports.
The boat capsized near 31st Street Harbor Friday night. Darius Johnson reports from the scene where he talked with a woman who was on the boat, while Marybel Gonzalez reports from Insight Hospital and Medical Center.
The Chicago Bears put on the pads for the first time this training camp on Friday and the energy levels were up, especially considering it was also the first practice fully open to fans.
A woman who had been onboard said the boat was a rented charter, and things started going wrong as they were pulling back into the harbor.
Sean Grayson, the now-fired Illinois sheriff's deputy charged with killing 36-year-old Sonya Massey in her own home, had a disciplinary file that included accusations of bullying and abuse of power, records obtained by CBS News show.
This was the major-league worst White Sox' 12th straight loss.
Kyle Hendricks (2-9) allowed six runs on eight hits in five innings in the loss.
Staci Boyer never met the fallen servicemembers or veterans, some who died decades ago, but she won't let their service or sacrifice fade from memory.
Former Secret Service agent McCarthy said security for both conventions is now even under more scrutiny since the assassination attempt on former President Trump.
The department has now confirmed they will be providing emergency medical support both inside the secure perimeter that will be going up around the United Center.
Data show the 4th of July has historically been one of the deadliest days of the year.
The former University of Illinois football player had been hired at Aunt Martha's despite having a criminal conviction on his record.
Two battalion chiefs told CBS 2 Investigators said hiring needs to be a priority for the Chicago Fire Department, and they plan to protest their working conditions.
This was the major-league worst White Sox' 12th straight loss.
Kyle Hendricks (2-9) allowed six runs on eight hits in five innings in the loss.
Ryan Bates and Coleman Shelton, are in a friendly fight for the starting center job.
The team is allowing Owens to skip part of Training Camp and their first preseason game so he can go to Paris to cheer on his wife.
The Chicago Union recently moved their home games to Evanston, which has helped grow attendance significantly.
Late Friday, no one was in custody. Detectives were investigating.
The business owner said her neighbor in a strip mall has repeatedly used a racial slur against her and her daughter, incidents she's captured on video.
So far this year, there have been at least 25 homicides in Grand Crossing, compared to 17 over the same time period last year.
A woman fatally shot her former daughter-in-law before killing herself on the Upper East Side Friday, police said.
Sean Grayson, the now-fired Illinois sheriff's deputy charged with killing 36-year-old Sonya Massey in her own home, had a disciplinary file that included accusations of bullying and abuse of power, records obtained by CBS News show.