Hundreds of trees unloading from the Christmas Ship in Navy Pier
Twelve hundred families will have a Christmas tree this year, according to Chris Stream, vice president of business development at ADA McKinley Community Services.
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Christmas Ship: Volunteers at Navy Pier help unload dozens of trees for those in need
They started off-loading Christmas trees that will go to hundreds of families in Chicago.
Christmas ship at Navy Pier is back for 24th year
Crews will unload more than 1,200 Christmas trees to donate to Chicago families.
Family of fallen CFD firefighter Andrew Price working to prevent another tragedy
The family of Andrew Price is working to prevent another tragic accident from happening again.
Woman hurt after man shoots at ship at Navy Pier
Police say an unknown man was in an argument with a known woman on a ship that was un-boarding.
Woman hurt after man shoots at ship at Chicago's Navy Pier
Police say an unknown man was in an argument with a known woman on a ship that was un-boarding. Security staff escorted the man off the ship when he returned moments later and fired multiple shots toward the ship.
Hundreds of local artists take stages at Chicago Live! at Navy Pier
The event is the Midwest's largest free performing arts festival.
Chicago Live! performing arts festival held at Navy Pier
At Chicago Live!, hundreds of local artists in music, dance, and theatre gave it their all in back-to-back performances on three outdoor stages.
Top chefs, sommeliers on hand for Chicago Gourmet culinary festival
It starts with a special brunch hosted by Chefs Art Smith and Lorena Garcia at Navy Pier.
Jim Henson's Emmet Otter's Jug Band Christmas preview held at at Chicago's Navy Pier
The preview will happen at noon at the wave wall stage near the Ferris Wheel.
Jim Henson's Emmet Otter's Jug Band Christmas coming to Navy Pier
Catch a sneak peek of the performance during Sunday's Chicago Live Festival.
Tourist boat crew helps rescue person in water near Navy Pier
A witness at the scene told CBS 2 he spotted a man who fell into the water. He and others tried throwing a life ring to save him, with no luck.
Tourist boat crew helps rescue person in water near Navy Pier
One person was hospitalized after being rescued on the water near Navy Pier Wednesday night.
Design Museum of Chicago hosting annual Field Day at Navy Pier
Families are invited to come out and enjoy a variety of events, including kite flying, face painting, yoga, and more.
Fireworks at Navy Pier ends Saturday
The fireworks will return next Memorial Day weekend.
Navy Pier fireworks showcase ends Saturday
The free summer tradition starts tonight at 10 p.m.
Final Summer Night Market of the year happening at Navy Pier
All the festivities will lead up to the summer's final Wednesday night fireworks show at 9 p.m.
Navy Pier hosting final Summer Night Market of the Year
On Wednesday, the pier will be transformed into a futuristic playscape with future-themed entertainment, a galactic gaming station, and interactive arts and crafts starting at 5:30 p.m.
The Great American Lobster Fest continues at Navy Pier
The event continues at Navy Pier from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Great American Lobster Fest at Navy Pier
Tickets are starting at $70, and it includes one full lobster or lobster roll with sides and a drink.
DJ Leena, Jams the Flava Child & Senite performing at Navy Pier's Summer Sessions Friday
Both concerts are free at the Pier's Wave Wall.
Lydia Cash, Vivian Garcia to perform at Navy Pier's Skyline Sessions Thursday
The free Skyline Sessions are held on Thursday and Friday nights on the Wave Wall performance platform.
Woman dies after boat capsizes in Chicago's Navy Pier
A 20-year-old woman has died, and six others were injured after a boat capsized near Navy Pier overnight. The Chicago Fire Department said rescue teams responded to a boat in distress around 3:30 a.m. on Friday on the lakefront just outside the playpen area.
Woman dead, 6 people rescued after boat capsizes near Navy Pier
A 20-year-old woman has died, and six others were injured after a boat capsized near Navy Pier overnight. The Chicago Fire Department said rescue teams responded to a boat in distress around 3:30 a.m. on Friday on the lakefront just outside the playpen area.
1 dead, 6 rescued after boat capsized near Navy Pier; second body found in separate incident
A 20-year-old woman has died, and six others were injured after a boat capsized near Navy Pier overnight. Police also confirmed a man's body was recovered unrelated to the boating incident during a media conference on Friday.
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Stolen car being pursued by police causes crashes, panic on Dan Ryan Expressway
Everyone in the stolen white Infiniti took off running, and remained on the run late Monday night.
Virginia house explodes where officers were trying to serve a search warrant
Police in a Virginia suburb of the nation's capital are investigating an explosion at a residence where officers were trying to serve a search warrant Monday.
Pothole flattens up to a dozen drivers' tires in Rolling Meadows
Road crews from the Illinois Department of Transportation made emergency repairs.
Police officer, three others honored for rescue efforts after crashes in Gurnee
The heroes made rescues in two different crashes involving serious injuries.
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State pauses construction of Chicago migrant tent camp in Brighton Park
Over the weekend, the city said the site is safe to house migrants, following an environmental review that prompted the removal of contaminated soil.
Attorneys say man shot, killed by police in Elk Grove Village had mental health issues
The family claims police knew Jack Murray and his history, and they don't accept the police narrative of the incident.
Police open arson investigation after fire damages historic Swift Mansion in Grand Boulevard
Chicago police confirmed late Sunday night that the fire has been classified as an arson. Area 1 detectives were investigating.
Chicago's enters new deal with crime database from same company as ShotSpotter
As CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey reported, the way the public found out about the deal CrimeTracer was surprising.
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Chicago's enters new deal with crime database from same company as ShotSpotter
As CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey reported, the way the public found out about the deal CrimeTracer was surprising.
Chicago woman says towing company demanded over $10,000 to get her car back
Elaine Kelly said when she finally got it back, her car appeared more damaged - with the inside was ransacked and some of her personal property missing.
Man called to report SUV on train tracks in Michigan, but Amtrak train hit it anyway
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.
Could 'design flaw' blamed for Yellow Line accident be a broader problem on the CTA?
The National Transportation Safety Board said the Chicago Transit Authority was operating on out-of-date information with regard to stopping lengths.
After 38 are injured when CTA train hits snowplow, questions about what went wrong
National Transportation Safety Board investigators will be digging into the train crash - piece by piece.
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Chicago's enters new deal with crime database from same company as ShotSpotter
As CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey reported, the way the public found out about the deal CrimeTracer was surprising.
Prosecutors detail plan for former Ald. Burke to be paid by developer
With thousands of undercover recordings at their disposal, federal prosecutors spent the week laying out how Burke wanted to be paid for helping the developers of the Old Post Office.
Sandra Day O'Connor, first woman on the Supreme Court, dies at 93
Sandra Day O'Connor was appointed to the U.S. Supreme Court by President Ronald Reagan in 1981, and she retired in 2006.
George Santos expelled from Congress in historic House vote
Rep. George Santos is just the sixth House member in U.S. history to be expelled and the first in more than 20 years.
Emotions run high as Evanston commission weighs resolution for Israel-Hamas cease-fire
People lined up to let city leaders know where they stand on the emotional issue.
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St. Charles residents flee senior community after 300% increase in costs
Over the last several weeks, the Saint Charles senior living community has become a bit of a ghost town.
Rivers Casino Des Plaines warns of data breach affecting customer, staffer information
Casino officials said on Thursday, Nov. 2, they determined hackers got into their system and stole personal information about Rivers Casino staffers, customers, and online sports book customers.
Illinois congressman steps in after feds fail to reimburse COVID-19 testing labs
We previously told you about small business owner Janine Morabito's struggle after getting stiffed by Uncle Sam. There are several others in the same boat.
Consumer watchdog lists '10 Worst Toys' for 2023, highlights child safety concerns
W.A.T.C.H. – World Against Toys Causing Harm – issued a list Wednesday of toys they said are hazardous and should not be in children's hands.
Whereabouts of Chicago area woman's 2019 tax return is a mystery for more than three years
CBS 2's Lauren Victory unraveled what went wrong.
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Slow COVID-19 booster rollout cost thousands of lives, new study says
Researchers estimated that through June 2022, if the U.S. moved at a faster pace to approve it and get people boosted, an estimated 29,000 lives could have been saved.
UChicago study finds fatty acid found in some red meat can help fight cancer
Before you grab your steak knife, the scientists emphasize that the point of the study is not to advise people to eat more red meat.
Northwestern student says he was hit by norovirus outbreak, and it sent him to ER
The City of Evanston has linked the outbreak to the Big Wig Tacos & Burritos at 950 Church St. in downtown Evanston, which had a $1 burrito night for Northwestern students this past weekend.
Norovirus outbreak linked to $1 burrito special for Northwestern University students
Investigators have learned that people reported stomach cramps, vomiting, and diarrhea after eating at Big Wig Tacos & Burritos.
Peaches, plums, nectarines recalled due to deadly listeria outbreak
CDC investigating fruit from HMC Farms after one person died and 10 are hospitalized following a listeria outbreak.
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Who is moving into those vacant Bed, Bath & Beyond stores?
Who will be moving into closed Bed, Bath & Beyond stores nationwide and in the Chicago area? Court documents provide some clues.
South Shore yoga studio strives for inclusive, calm vibe
It's Small Business Saturday 2023, a big day to highlight the success of entrepreneurs who started small and are working hard to make it big.
Shoppers turn out in Ravenswood for Small Business Saturday
Three of the trolleys were running on Small Business Saturday, making eight stops in Ravenswood so people could visit their favorite shops.
Chicago's Berlin nightclub closes doors; union says club made "wrong decision"
Berlin announced that "the party" ended at 5 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 19.
Chicago's Big Shoulders Coffee tops list of best independent coffee shops
"With multiple locations in the Chicago area, Big Shoulders Coffee is a must-stop for no-nonsense artisan beans, roasted to perfection," USA Today wrote.
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Blackhawks' scoring woes continue in 4-1 loss to Wild
Taylor Raddysh scored in the third period for Chicago, which has been outscored 13-2 during its three-game losing streak.
Top Illinois boys basketball recruit commits to staying in-state for college
Morez Johnson Jr. is the top-rated recruit in Illinois in the Class of 2024 and a top-30 prospect in the nation.
White scores season-high 31 as Bulls beat Pelicans 124-118
Coby White scored a season-high 31 points, DeMar DeRozan added 24 points and 10 assists, and the Chicago Bulls beat the New Orleans Pelicans 124-118 on Saturday night.
Blackhawks fall to Winnipeg Jets 3-1 for third loss in four games
Morgan Barron snapped a tie in the second period, and the Winnipeg Jets beat Connor Bedard and the Chicago Blackhawks 3-1.
Alston sparks Loyola Chicago to 75-53 victory over Harvard
Led by Philip Alston's 16 points, the Loyola Chicago Ramblers defeated the Harvard Crimson 75-53.
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Rolling Stones announce second concert in Chicago in June 2024
Tickets for the tour go on sale on Dec. 1. For those who signed up, the presale for tickets went live on Wednesday.
American Blues Theater opens permanent home on Lincoln Avenue in Chicago
The new venue features two theater spaces – a 137-seat proscenium and a 40-seat rehearsal studio.
Daryl Hall gets restraining order against John Oates
The pair made up the pop rock duo Hall & Oates, and put out 18 studio albums together.
"Blue Bloods" wrapping up in 2024 after its 14th season
A long-time anchor to the Network's successful Friday night lineup, "Blue Bloods" is Friday's #1 primetime program and the #3 broadcast drama on television.
The Rolling Stones tour coming to Chicago's Soldier Field in June
The Solider Field show is scheduled for June 27, 2024.
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Top Illinois boys basketball recruit says he's staying in-state for college
The state's top-rated senior boys' basketball player will be staying in state for his college career, but first, he has plenty of goals to achieve in high school, with a new team. CBS 2's Matt Zahn reports.
Chicago Police now in deal with crime database from company behind ShotSpotter
The way the public found out about the deal CrimeTracer was surprising. CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey reports.
Armed robbers hold up Gold Coast Walgreens
Police said the robbers restrained a man while removing an unknown amount of money.
State conducting environmental review of Brighton Park tent camp site
The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency is reviewing a report of toxic metals at the proposed migrant tent site in Brighton Park. City officials insist the site is safe after taking steps to clean up any contamination, and tents are mostly set up already, but construction is now on hold.
Family of Elk Grove Village man shot dead by police announces civil investigation
The family of the 24-year-old Jack Murray said he had a history of calling police when he believed his health and wellness were in danger. CBS 2's Tara Molina reports.
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Stolen car being pursued by police causes crashes, panic on Dan Ryan Expressway
Everyone in the stolen white Infiniti took off running, and remained on the run late Monday night.
Robbers hold up Gold Coast Walgreens at gunpoint
Police said the robbers restrained a 23-year-old man while removing an unknown amount of money.
Woman charged in fatal shooting at Oakbrook Terrace hotel, following argument at hotel pool
Latrice Phillips, 51, is charged with first-degree murder in the slaying of 33-year-old Calvin Truitt.
Shooting in Gary, Indiana dollar store leaves employee wounded
Police said there was no robbery involved, and the shooting was a result of some kind of friction between the gunman and the victim – who knew each other.
Attorneys say man shot, killed by police in Elk Grove Village had mental health issues
The family claims police knew Jack Murray and his history, and they don't accept the police narrative of the incident.
