Michigan native William "Bill" Post, inventor of Pop-Tarts, dies at 96
William "Bill" Post, the Michigan native who was a key figure in creating Pop-Tarts, has died. He was 96.
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William "Bill" Post, the Michigan native who was a key figure in creating Pop-Tarts, has died. He was 96.
Terrence Shannon Jr. shot 11 of 15 from the field for 31 points to lead No. 14 Illinois past Michigan 97-68.
Jennifer Crumbley was convicted of involuntary manslaughter for allowing her troubled son, Ethan, access to a gun. As CBS 2's Charlie De Mar reports, anti-gun violence advocates say the verdict has the potential to save lives.
A jury has found Jennifer Crumbley, the mother of the Oxford High School shooter, guilty of all four counts of involuntary manslaughter.
Jennifer Crumbley, mother of Michigan school shooter Ethan Crumbley shook her head as the verdict came down. Her son pleaded guilty to murder and terrorism and is serving a life sentence. CBS 2's Sabrina Franza reports.
Wayne Washington recently went to apply for a Michigan Concealed Pistol License – and was swiftly denied because his wrongful conviction was still appearing.
Jennifer Crumbley, the mother of the Oxford High School shooter, took the stand for the first time Thursday.
Michigan football coach Jim Harbaugh is going to the West Coast as the Los Angeles Chargers are moving to hire him.
The rescue happened Thursday at Arbutus Lake near Traverse City. The dog took a rescue disc attached to a string, and the dog’s owner was able to kick himself free.
According to lottery officials, this was the first time a Powerball jackpot was won on New Year’s Day since 1992.
Philip Alston scored 15 points as Loyola Chicago beat Central Michigan 73-35.
The decision from Michigan's top court comes one week after the Colorado Supreme Court found that Trump is disqualified from holding office under the Constitution's "insurrection clause."
The eastbound lanes were shut down as crews worked to reach multiple crashes with injuries. At least one car was left mangled.
The pileup was caused by blinding snow, and left cars and trucks destroyed.
The Oxford High School shooter was sentenced on Friday to life in prison without parole, more than two years after four people were killed and seven others were injured.
Amtrak said they were never notified of the SUV on the tracks before the crash last week, was despite a warning call a full 41 minutes earlier.
Amtrak said they were never notified of the SUV on the tracks before the crash last week, was despite a warning call a full 41 minutes earlier. CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey reports.
Nearly 7,000 members walked off the job on Monday at the Stellantis plant in Michigan that makes the popular RAM 1500 truck.
A teenager who killed four students at Michigan's Oxford High School will be sentenced to life in prison.
The president said it's his way of demonstrating his pro-union stance. CBS News' Skyler Henry reports he's not the only high-profile name standing in solidarity with workers.
Historians are racing to locate Great Lakes shipwrecks before a seemingly unstoppable invasive mussel destroys them and erases part of the region's heritage.
Back in 2017, Scout kept breaking out of an animal shelter and each time, for some reason, made his way to a nearby long-term care facility. Now, he's not just a member of the family but a very important part of the team.
He had a similar attempt last month that was also called off because conditions were too dangerous.
The machine is actually the brainchild of three Chicago natives and HBCU alumnae.
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced charges against 16 people accused of being part of a false electors scheme in the 2020 general election.
An 11-year-old girl was sexually assaulted by three juveniles on Chicago's Near South Side this week.
According to Ventura County inmate records, Spears was arrested by the California Highway Patrol at 9:28 p.m. Wednesday and released at 6:07 a.m. on Thursday.
A woman was held up by gun-wielding robbers in Chicago's Lincoln Park neighborhood early Thursday morning.
Some people who live in Chicago's Woodlawn neighborhood near the Obama Presidential Center said they are facing a tough situation — pay more rent, or lose their home.
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Several Republicans on the Oversight panel joined with Democrats in supporting the motion to subpoena Attorney General Pam Bondi.
Former presidents Bill Clinton, Barack Obama and Joe Biden are among the big names who will be in Chicago Friday for Rev. Jesse Jackson's funeral.
In Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's second news briefing since the start of the Iran war, Hegseth said the U.S. had sunk an enemy ship by a torpedo for the first time since World War II.
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem faced friendly Republicans and critical Democrats on the House Judiciary Committee, where she testified about the administration's immigration agenda.
The measure, which would have blocked President Trump from continuing military force against Iran, fell short of the simple majority needed to advance.
Drivers in the Chicago area can expect to start paying more at the pump this week, as oil prices have spiked amid the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran.
Palatine, Illinois-based Weber has issued a recall of more than 3.2 million metal wire bristle grill brushes because you could ingest the bristles.
This is after Mayor Brandon Johnson vetoed an ordinance that would have banned most hemp-derived products this weekend.
This week marks Identity Theft Awareness Week, and Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza emphasized some safety tips Monday for avoiding and dealing with identity theft.
A controversial data center in Naperville, Illinois, could be the cause to pack a city council meeting there on Tuesday night.
When a doctor was told there was no cure for his daughter's condition, he was motivated to transform not only her health, but the lives of thousands of others.
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital announced this week that it is planning to open a new pediatric hospital in the west Chicago suburb of Downers Grove.
It has been nearly six years since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, and one of the many questions doctors are still working to answer concerns the long-term effects.
Leaders from Cook County, the Illinois Department of Human Services, and the Greater Chicago Food Depository denounced changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program on Wednesday.
The University of Chicago Medicine Comprehensive Cancer Center has received a grant from The Ralph Lauren Corporate Foundation for a new cancer center.
A new development at the southeast corner of Chicago's East Lakeview community would clear away a medical office building and replace it with a residential high-rise.
The City of Aurora, Illinois, is seeking input from residents about data center development.
Not one, but two hotels are now planned or proposed for Chicago's Northalsted LGBTQ+ nightlife district.
After the Double Door closed in Wicker Park, there was reassurance that the Double Door would return, at a new location in the city's Uptown neighborhood. Now that is not happening anymore.
Barnes & Noble was set to reopen in Skokie on Wednesday, just weeks after it closed.
Actor and filmmaker Bruce Campbell told fans that he is in treatment for cancer and will cancel some upcoming public appearances.
Singer-songwriter Neil Sedaka, known for his hits like "Laughter in the Rain," "Breaking Up is Hard to Do" and "Calendar Girl," has died.
A 19th-century George Méliès film, thought to be long lost, has been found among a box of brittle movie reels that a Michigan donor brought to the Library of Congress, officials said.
Streaming giant Netflix declined to match Paramount Skydance's $31 per share offer for Warner Bros. Discovery.
After the Double Door closed in Wicker Park, there was reassurance that the Double Door would return, at a new location in the city's Uptown neighborhood. Now that is not happening anymore.
Ways to reset, recover and reconnect at Eastend Wellness Club.
The St. Baldrick's Foundation, the largest charity funder of childhood cancer research grants in the U.S., is celebrating its 25th year in Chicago.
The annual Hindu festival of Holi celebrates the start of spring, and colorful powders and waters are used to celebrate. Joining Dana Kozlov and Jackie Kostek by Zoom is Dylan Hankey, senior director of programming and production at Navy Pier, where a Holi celebration is coming up Saturday.
Absolutely Incredible Kid Day is coming up March 19, hosted by Camp Fire, a national nonprofit focused on empowering and mentoring kids. Shawna Rosenzweig, the chief executive officer of Camp Fire, joins Dana Kozlov to talk about the day and how people can participate.
The U.S. House Oversight Committee voted Wednesday to subpoena Bondi.
A pilot was killed in a small plane crash in Deerfield, Illinois, Wednesday night.
A truck hanging on the edge of a bridge over I-290 in Elmhurst, Illinois, is causing significant closures on Thursday morning.
Former presidents Bill Clinton, Barack Obama and Joe Biden will be in Chicago Friday for Rev. Jesse Jackson's funeral.
An 11-year-old girl was sexually assaulted by three juveniles on Chicago's Near South Side this week.
Several Republicans on the Oversight panel joined with Democrats in supporting the motion to subpoena Attorney General Pam Bondi.
A proposed Illinois law hopes to create more oversight on private companies to protect consumers from skyrocketing utility prices.
The three women said they are working to make their way back home, but without any help from the U.S. State Department.
If you feel like you're drowning in a sea of text alerts and desperate email pleas for "just $5" this election season, you are far from alone.
A north suburban school bus driver became a victim of sophisticated scammers who are targeting more people and more vulnerable populations to make more money.
Both couples are still actively fighting for their kids, knowing it will be a long and complicated road.
Northwestern was in control before Purdue got back in the game with a 9-0 run in the second half.
Last-place Loyola Chicago came in shooting just 31% on 3s, but kept it close by outscoring the nation's top 3-point shooting team by nine from behind the arc.
Holtz coached Notre Dame from 1986 to 1996, winning 100 games with the school, including a 12-0 national title-winning season in 1988.
Illinois is a win away from a triple-bye and berth in the quarterfinals next week in the Big Ten Tournament.
The Bulls got back to losing after stopping an 11-game skid with a lopsided win over Milwaukee on Sunday.
An 11-year-old girl was sexually assaulted by three juveniles on Chicago's Near South Side this week.
A woman was held up by gun-wielding robbers in Chicago's Lincoln Park neighborhood early Thursday morning.
Two women are dead in Pennsylvania and a man is dead in Hillside, Illinois, after an apparent murder-suicide, police said.
Chicago police on Wednesday warned of a string of charity scam incidents in the on the Near West and South sides in recent weeks.
Burglars stole an ATM from a bar in Chicago's Little Village neighborhood early Wednesday morning.
