Southwest Airlines flights delayed, some canceled after system-wide outage
Multiple flights have been delayed at airports including Midway after Southwest Airlines experienced technology issues Saturday morning.
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A man is facing criminal charges for hopping a fence at Midway International Airport, a private developer has purchased the Thompson Center, help is on the way to address soaring gas prices, and former Vice President Mike Pence has rolled out a Republican policy platform.
Man charged with scaling fence at Midway Airport, climbing onto private jet
Javier Martinez has been charged with one felony count of trespassing at an airport, according to Chicago Police.
Man jumps fence, tries to climb onto private plane at Midway International Airport
The man was taken to Loyola Medicine MacNeal Hospital in Berwyn for a mental evaluation.
Man scales barbed-wire fence, strips, tries to stop plane at Midway International Airport
Chicago Police late Tuesday were investigating how a drunken man managed to hop a wife fence at Midway International Airport – and try to stop a private jet from taking off by jumping onto the plane. CBS 2's Marissa Perlman reports.
Man jumps fence, tries to stop plane Midway International Airport
Police say the man was intoxicated. Kris Habermehl reports from Chopper 2.
Chicago Weather Alert: Hundreds Of Flights Canceled At O'Hare, Midway Amid Winter Storm
Hundreds of flights were canceled at O'Hare and Midway international airports Thursday afternoon as snow pounded the Chicago area.
LOCATED: Carlos Cisneros, 16, Last Seen At Midway Airport
Police are looking for a missing teen who was last seen Friday leaving Midway Airport.
Chicago Weather Alert: Over 600 Flight Cancellations At Chicago Airports As Second Round Of Snow Expected
After heavy snow and a round on the way, Chicago, airlines have canceled hundreds of flights on Thursday at O'Hare and Midway airports.
Chicago Weather Alert: Over 800 Flight Cancellations At Chicago Airports Amid Winter Storm Warning
As a Winter Storm Warning takes effect in Chicago, airlines are reporting flight cancellations and delays at O'Hare and Midway airports.
Chicago Weather Alert: Flight Cancellations At Chicago Airports Amid Heavy Lake Effect Snow
As heavy lake effect snow falls in Chicago, airlines are reporting flight cancellations O'Hare and Midway airports.
AT&T And Verizon Delay Rollout Of New 5G Service Near O'Hare, Midway, Other Airports After Airlines Warn Of Delays
Verizon said its technology, which is intended to increase speed, reliability and power for more than 90 million Americans, will launch Wednesday as planned, but with the temporary limit around airports.
Frontier Airlines To Expand Service To Midway International Airport In April
The budget airline said it will offer fares as low as $29 to $59 for nontstop flights to Atlanta, Dallas, Denver, Las Vegas, Ontario California, Phoenix, Tampa, Trenton, Fort Lauderdale, and Orlando.
Rise of COVID-19 Cases, Staff Shortages Leads To Airlines Canceling More Flights
The COVID surge still creating some trouble for air travel. More flights in-and-out of Chicago are being canceled.
Street Honoring Late Activist Helen J. Mikols Disappeared With Midway Airport Renovation; Family Is Fighting To Get Honor Back Amid Broken Promises
The passenger pickup and dropoff lane at Midway International Airport used to be named Helen J. Mikols Drive – but when Midway Airport was renovated, the street name disappeared.
Plane Slides Off Runway At Midway
No one was hurt, and the plane was towed off the airfield.
Small Private Plane Slides Off Runway At Midway Airport
Fire Department spokesman Larry Langford said a small private plane ended up on the grass at Midway after sliding off Runway 31.
Busy Day At O'Hare And Midway As Thanksgiving Travelers Head Home
The Thanksgiving dinner is done, the leftovers are packed up, and it's time to go home. That made for one busy day at Chicago airports Sunday.
Breach Alarm Sounded At Midway International Airport After Man Says He Left Phone On Plane, Tries To Run Back
A breach alarm went off at Midway International Airport on Sunday afternoon, after a man ran back down the exit lane claiming that he had left his phone on a plane.
Bullet Found In Wing Of Private Plane At Chicago's Midway Airport
Police are now investigating where it came from.
More Cancellations For Southwest Airlines Amid Staffing Shortage
Sources tell CBS News a Southwest Airlines staffing shortfall this weekend was a factor in why more than 1,800 of their flights were grounded.
Celebrating 'Her-Story' With Honor Flight Featuring All-Women Veterans
"Maybe our time has come to not be in the background anymore."
11 Guns Found At Chicago Airports In July, 18 In June
People can be fined up to $13,000 for bringing a gun to a checkpoint.
Remains Of WWII Soldier Arthur Countryman Return To Plainfield
Countryman's family will hold a funeral for him on August 6.
Man Found Shot Dead In Garfield Ridge Near Midway Airport
A man was found shot dead in the Garfield Ridge neighborhood near Midway International Airport late Monday.
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ACLU, aldermen have doubts about Mayor Lightfoot's curfew and Millennium Park restrictions
Leaders are scrambling to find a way to curb the downtown chaos caused by large groups of kids – which resulted in a 16-year-old boy being shot and killed in Millennium Park this past Saturday.
Push for parents, community to step up after large group of teens, deadly chaos downtown
Following the chaos downtown last weekend that led to a teenage boy being shot dead in Millennium Park, there is a push for parents and the community to step up.
KN95 masks that failed federal testing for health care workers were given to CPS schools in Omicron surge
A teacher brought concerns about the masks received in schools in January to the attention of CBS 2 News.
Baby formula shortage still leaves families desperate, especially those restricted by federal WIC program rules
Walk into the baby formula aisle at just about any drug or grocery store around the country, and you will still see rows of empty shelves.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Rain chances return the next few days
There are rain chances Tuesday through Saturday, with a chance for strong storms on Friday.
Robert powers White Sox past Royals in 10 after Cueto's gem
Luis Robert hit a two-run homer in the 10th inning after Johnny Cueto's impressive Chicago debut, and the White Sox defeated the Kansas City Royals on Monday night in the opener of a five-game series.
Woman found shot and killed, man found dead in suspected murder-suicide at Warwick Allerton Hotel
Some guests said they did not hear anything when the shooting happened, and the hotel had not alerted them to what happened.
Chicago Police officer hit by car while chasing suspect in West Englewood
The officer who was struck was stabilized at a local hospital.
Lightfoot moving back weekend curfew for minors to 10 p.m., after teen slain at Millennium Park
"I'm urging parents, guardians, and responsible adults in the lives of children to make sure that you know what the rules are, and that you make a plan with your children and young people," Lightfoot said.
Contreras hits 1st-inning slam, Cubs shut out Pirates
Willson Contreras led off with a double and became a rare leadoff hitter with a first-inning grand slam as the Chicago Cubs burst to an eight-run lead and beat the Pittsburgh Pirates on Monday night.
3-year-old hit, killed by school bus in Cary
At the time of the accident, one student was on the school bus in addition to the driver.
Person of interest in custody in robbery, shooting of Dakotah Earley in Lincoln Park
Police provided no other details.
Family calls for driver to surrender after hit-and-run left Marine Corps veteran in ICU
Raul Basulto is a U.S. Marine Corps veteran who fought in Operation Desert and a father of three – and now he is in the ICU in danger of losing his leg.
Rogers Park residents upset after 3 women died of the sweltering heat inside their apartment
"And now they're sorry and all that. Of course, of course, they're sorry."
Judge to take another look at innocence claims for James Bannister in murder he says he didn't commit
A man who has spent three decades behind bars for a murder he says he didn't commit is now getting one more shot to prove he didn't do it.
Fellow members of CHAMPS mentoring program mourn loss of Seandell Holiday, 16
For the young men in the program at Gary Comer College Prep in Grand Crossing, losing their classmate Seandell was like losing a brother.
Chicago's mayor, city leaders push to protect tourist attraction 'jewel' after fatal shooting at Millennium Park
"Millennium Park is so much a part of the social and cultural fabric of our city. It is the number one tourist destination in the Midwest."
White Sox pitcher Dylan Cease talks strike outs and close shaves
"I mean, we just we've got depth, we've got we've got a lot of talent. So at the end of the day, it's not super surprising, but I'm just glad that we've kind of been able to weather the storm."
Marion Richardson held on $250,000 bond in shooting death of Seandell Holliday
Richardson is charged with one count each of second-degree murder, aggravated battery, and aggravated unlawful use of a weapon.
Abbott baby formula plant could reopen in two weeks
Sturgis plant will reopen soon as nationwide out-of-stock levels of baby formula rise above 40%.
Retired CBS 2 anchor, political reporter Derrick Blakley honored with Silver Circle Award
"When Derrick Blakley was there, you knew the adult was in the room," former co-anchor Mary Ann Childers said.
Aldermen approve new Chicago ward map, avoid ballot referendum on new boundaries
The new map, which sets the boundaries for Chicago's 50 wards for the next 10 years, has 14 Latino majority wards, 16 Black majority wards, one Black plurality ward, and the city's first-ever Asian majority ward.
Evanston Township High School requiring masks starting Monday
Students and staff will have to wear masks indoors, regardless of vaccination status.
Old Town residents meet with CPD to discuss safety after crowds took over North Avenue Beach
This weekend's havoc in the Loop is only adding more urgency to Monday night's already-planned meeting with police about what, if anything, can be done to maintain order.
Marion Richardson, suspect in Millennium Park shooting death of Seandell Holliday in court
Police said 17-year-old Richardson, who they believe was involved in the shooting, was found a block away on Michigan Avenue.
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KN95 masks that failed federal testing for health care workers were given to CPS schools in Omicron surge
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Illinois Supreme Court to decide whether landlord who accused former alderman of zoning shakedown can sue the city
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Lightfoot moving back weekend curfew for minors to 10 p.m., after teen slain at Millennium Park
"I'm urging parents, guardians, and responsible adults in the lives of children to make sure that you know what the rules are, and that you make a plan with your children and young people," Lightfoot said.
Aldermen approve new Chicago ward map, avoid ballot referendum on new boundaries
The new map, which sets the boundaries for Chicago's 50 wards for the next 10 years, has 14 Latino majority wards, 16 Black majority wards, one Black plurality ward, and the city's first-ever Asian majority ward.
Biden to travel Tuesday to Buffalo following mass shooting
Ten people were killed Saturday in what officials are calling a hate crime and a case of racially motivated violent extremism.
Gov. Pritzker signs legislation protecting auto accident victims from rogue towing companies
Among its requirements are a "tow rotation list," in which essentially, police agencies will call an approved list of tow companies whenever there's an accident.
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Abbott to resume production of baby formula at Sturgis, Michigan plant after recall
Abbott Nutrition said after its plant in Sturgis, Michigan gets back in operation, product could be back on shelves in six to eight weeks, subject to approval by the Food and Drug Administration.
Chicago gas prices hit new record, at more than $5 per gallon
According to AAA, the average price of a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline is $5.12 as of Tuesday morning.
Parents desperate, searching for options amid persistent nationwide baby formula shortage
Parents are struggling to keep up with the nationwide shortage of baby formula – with several retailers now limiting how much you can buy. So what do you do if you can't find any?
North Chicago man finding himself stuck as he tries to get missing jewelry back from shuttered Sears
A North Chicago man had been saving a diamond ring for a special lady, but now, his dream proposal is ruined.
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Abbott baby formula plant could reopen in two weeks
Sturgis plant will reopen soon as nationwide out-of-stock levels of baby formula rise above 40%.
COVID-19 reaches 'high' community risk level in Evanston
The Evanston Department of Health and Human Service reported 397 new COVID-19 cases over the last seven days – up from 305 the prior week.
Advocate Aurora Health merging with Charlotte-based Atrium Health
Advocate Aurora Health will be merging with Atrium Health.
CPS launches 'Please Stay' campaign to promote mental health and prevent teen suicides
Chicago Public Schools has become the first school district in the nation to launch a new anti-suicide campaign created by Lady Gaga's Born This Way foundation.
Mayor Lightfoot pledges $500,000 for abortion access ahead of possible overturn of Roe v. Wade
"As long as I am mayor, the city of Chicago will continue to take comprehensive approach to reproductive justice," Lightfoot said.
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FTX cryptocurrency exchange opens new headquarters in Chicago
Mayor Lori Lightfoot helped cut the ribbon Tuesday morning to open the official U.S. headquarters of FTX, a Bahamas-based cryptocurrency exchange.
Bally's unveils further plans for Chicago casino; some aldermen say it's being pushed through too fast
The city did not conduct a new safety study to determine how crime would be impacted by a casino - in hopes of getting the casino up and generating revenue quickly.
Boeing to move corporate headquarters from Chicago to Arlington, Virginia
A news release said the company will maintain a "significant presence" at its Chicago office at 100 N. Riverside Plaza in the West Loop Gate.
Mayor Lori Lightfoot places bet on Bally's plan for River West casino, but more hurdles remain
The mayor's pick still requires approval by the City Council, and needs the Illinois Gaming Board to approve a casino license for Bally's.
Woman was set to fulfill dream with vegan tattoo shop, only to be shut down by Orland Park zoning laws
An environmentally-conscious suburban woman spent a lot of green to get her business up and running – and then after she had welcomed just one customer, the Village of Orland Park shut her down.
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Robert powers White Sox past Royals in 10 after Cueto's gem
Luis Robert hit a two-run homer in the 10th inning after Johnny Cueto's impressive Chicago debut, and the White Sox defeated the Kansas City Royals on Monday night in the opener of a five-game series.
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Cubs lose first game in series against Diamondbacks 4-3
Cubs fall short in a close Game 1 in the series against the Diamondbacks 4-3.
White Sox get clobbered by Yankees again for third loss in four games
Giancarlo Stanton homered in his third consecutive game, Aaron Judge went deep for the second time in two nights and the New York Yankees beat the Chicago White Sox on Friday night.
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Dave Chappelle attacked by armed man while onstage in L.A.
The controversial comic laughed off the incident after being tackled, and video appeared to show the person who charged him being beaten onstage.
Naomi Judd, Grammy-winning singer, has died at 76
"We lost our beautiful mother to the disease of mental illness," the Judd sisters said on social media.
'Jersey Boys' is returning to a Chicago stage next week
The new national tour of "Jersey Boys" opens next week at the Cadillac Palace Theatre, celebrating the music of the Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons.
Lollapalooza announces daily lineup; single-day tickets now on sale
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'Golden Girls' fan convention under way at Navy Pier
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Baby formula shortage hits those in federal WIC program especially hard
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Person of interest in police custody in violent robbery in Lincoln Park
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Man, woman dead in murder-suicide at Warwick Allerton Hotel
"I just assumed that someone was, you know, screwing around – slamming doors or something – and then a few minutes later, I heard hotel security outside the room, and so then, I step outside, and then I saw the shooting victim right outside my door," guest Beni Rincon said.
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