Bulls look to pick up the pace on offense, continue winning streak
Pace and energy were the buzzwords at Bulls practice this week after ranking last in the league in pace, according to NBA Advanced Stats.
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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.
Bulls guard LaVine sidelined for one week with right foot soreness
The foot may be part of the reason that, according to ESPN, there isn't much of a trade market for LaVine in the league.
Bulls blow 21-point lead, Nets make NBA season-best 25 3-pointers in 118-109 win
The Bulls dropped to 5-13 with their fourth straight loss.
DeRozan scores 23 as Bulls erase 21-point deficit, end Heat's win streak
DeMar DeRozan scored 23 points and the Chicago Bulls rallied to beat Miami 102-97 on Saturday night, halting the Heat's winning streak at seven games.
DeRozan scores 29 points as Bulls beat Pistons 119-108
Nikola Vucevic added 21 points, Zach LaVine added 19 points, and Coby White had 16 for Chicago.
New NBA in-season tournament brings new court, incentives for Bulls
The team that wins the in-season tournament will receive the NBA Cup trophy with its players getting $500,000 each.
LaVine, Bulls vets' familiarity with each other breeds confidence
LaVine was also confident about entering a season fully healthy after playing in three of the Bulls' five preseason games.
Zach LaVine, Bulls veterans' familiarity with each other breeds confidence
It shouldn't take long for this year's Bulls to gel, mainly because guard Zach LaVine and the rest of the presumed starters have each been with the team for at least two seasons.
Bulls, Patrick Williams don't agree to rookie contract extension
That means the presumed starter will become a restricted free agent at the end of the season.
Coby White makes his case to be Bulls' starting point guard
Head coach Billy Donovan wouldn't commit to White starting the team's second preseason game on Thursday.
Bulls take training camp to Nashville as they try to return to playoffs
It'll be Billy Donovan's fourth season with the Bulls and the team hasn't won a playoff series since 2015.
Bulls take training camp to Nashville as team tries to return to playoff form
The Bulls are back, well, not in Chicago because Billy Donovan and company are in Nashville for five days. The team decided to get away for training camp before they begin the preseason on Sunday in Milwaukee.
Bulls to begin training camp, preseason with same core in place
There will also be a three-way competition for the starting point guard spot as Lonzo Ball continues his rehab process.
Bulls set to begin training camp, preseason with same core in place
The Bulls were back in Chicago, at least for media day on Monday. Then, they'll be off to Belmont University in Nashville for five days of training camp before they begin the preseason in Milwaukee on Sunday. CBS 2's Jori Parys had the latest on a team that, for better or worse, looks a lot like the one that they had last season.
Lillard dealt to Bucks as part of three-team deal, per report
Lillard had hoped for a trade to the Miami Heat, but instead will head to the Bulls' division opponent.
Chicago basketball tournament with NBA star gives kids second chance
Some talented athletes will compete in a Chicago basketball tournament this weekend. A former NBA great, Tim Hardaway, will be there, but winning isn't the only reason they're hitting the court. CBS 2's Shardaa Gray reports.
Bulls PG Lonzo Ball is "on track" to return after this season
Ball's injury has been one of the more disheartening storylines over the last couple seasons due to Chicago's success with him on the floor.
Bulls rookie Julian Phillips eager to start NBA career in Summer League play
The Bulls took the 6-foot-8 forward out of Tennessee in the second round of the NBA Draft.
Forward Torrey Craig signs 2-year deal with Bulls
He averaged 7.4 points per game and shot 39.5% from three with the Phoenix Suns last season.
Nikola Vucevic agrees to three-year, $60 million extension with Bulls
The Bulls acquired Vucevic at the 2021 trade deadline
Denver Nuggets defeat Miami Heat for franchise's first NBA title
Denver beat Miami 94-89 to wrap up the best-of-seven series in five games.
Michael Jordan's sneakers from iconic 'flu game' up for auction
If you've got $1 million lying around, you could own a piece of Chicago sports history. It was 26 years ago this week when Michael Jordan played in that notorious "flu game" in the 1997 NBA Finals. The shoes he wore during that iconic game are now up for auction.
Stagg alum Max Strus had a long journey to the NBA Finals with Miami Heat
The Hickory Hills native went undrafted out for DePaul University. He signed a free agent deal with the Boston Celtics, eventually ending up in Miami.
Bulls' Alex Caruso named to NBA All-Defensive First Team
The Bulls guard averaged 1.5 steals and 0.7 blocks per game during the 2022-23 season, during which he played in 67 games.
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9-year-old turns North Side home into a haven for abandoned pets, raising money for shelters
Paige Bentley has raised thousands of dollars to help pets, and she's only 9 years old.
Body camera video shows deadly Chicago police shootout in South Shore
Police have said, shortly before noon on Nov. 6, officers conducted an investigatory stop on 32-year-old Tranza Campbell near 73rd and Dante, leading to a shootout.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Clear and sunny
CBS 2 Meteorologist Albert Ramon says skies will clear overnight, allowing for a mostly sunny Thursday.
Chicago shooting: man wounded during argument at Wrightwood gas station
The victim took himself to Advocate Christ Medical Center, where his condition was stabilized.
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Injured woman's missing son found dead after North Lawndale house fire
Two officers were on the porch when it collapsed.
Privacy concerns at Chicago parking garage prompt proposed law change
Not only did CBS 2 hear from more upset customers, but also from Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias.
Gov. JB Pritzker scraps Chicago's plan for first migrant tent camp in Brighton Park
"We will not proceed with housing families on a site where serious environmental concerns are still present," Pritzker said.
Concern rises among Chicago universities, students about antisemitism, Islamophobia
Pro-Israel and pro-Palestine rallies have been seen at universities across the Chicago area.
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Foxx calls findings on how many Black women were victims of crime in 2022 "jarring"
Foxx is one of a handful of local, state, and national leaders responding a CBS 2 series of reports, Investigating Injustice: Black Women At Risk.
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.
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Concern rises among Chicago universities, students about antisemitism, Islamophobia
Pro-Israel and pro-Palestine rallies have been seen at universities across the Chicago area.
Biden says he's "not sure" he'd be running if Trump weren't
President Biden made the comment during a campaign fundraiser in Boston on Tuesday.
College presidents face tough questions from Congress over antisemitism on campus
Colleges and universities have been criticized for their handling of antisemitic incidents since the Oct. 7 terrorist attack by Hamas on Israel.
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.
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Privacy concerns at Chicago parking garage prompt proposed law change
Not only did CBS 2 hear from more upset customers, but also from Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias.
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.
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Panera's caffeine-fueled lemonade cited in second death, suit says
Casual dining chain faces another wrongful death suit related to its Charged Lemonade after cardiac arrest of Florida man.
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.
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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 fall to Predators in shootout for fourth consecutive loss
Connor Bedard scored in the shootout for the 'Hawks, but Tyler Johnson was stopped by Juuse Saros.
Loyola gets knocked off by Tulsa, falls to 5-4
Jayden Dawson led the way for the Ramblers (5-4) with 26 points.
Domask scores 33, Shannon 31 as Illinois beats No. 11 Florida Atlantic
Marcus Domask scored 33 points and Terrence Shannon Jr. had 31, both career highs, as No. 20 Illinois shot 63% and surged ahead in the second half for a 98-89 victory over No. 11 Florida Atlantic in the Jimmy V Classic.
Bulls look to pick up the pace on offense, continue winning streak
Pace and energy were the buzzwords at Bulls practice this week after ranking last in the league in pace, according to NBA Advanced Stats.
Fire name Frank Klopas head coach after serving on interim basis
It's Klopas' second official go-round as head coach. He served as the Fire's head coach in 2011 and 2012.
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Norman Lear, legendary TV producer, dies at age 101
Norman Lear created groundbreaking shows like "All in the Family," "Maude" and "The Jeffersons" that took on serious social issues with humor.
Taylor Swift is TIME's 2023 Person of the Year
"This is the proudest and happiest I've ever felt," Taylor Swift told TIME after being named the magazine's Person of the Year for 2023.
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.
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T.V. icon Norman Lear dead at age 101
Norman Lear created groundbreaking shows like "All in the Family," "Maude" and "The Jeffersons" that took on serious social issues with humor.
9-year-old turns North Side home into a haven for abandoned pets, raising money for shelters
An animal lover turned her North Side home into a haven for abandoned pets. Paige Bentley has raised thousands of dollars to help them, and she's only 9 years old.
South Shore police shooting video released
The Civilian Office of Police Accountability has released body camera video footage of a deadly police shooting last month in the South Shore neighborhood.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Rain and snow return
CBS 2 Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon has a check on the week's forecast.
City Council committee discussing efforts to replace lead water pipes
Chicago aldermen are dealing with the city's water woes. At a City Council committee hearing on Wednesday, the focus is on efforts to replace hundreds of thousands of toxic lead pipes.
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Police warn of gunpoint robbery pattern on Chicago's Near North Side
After taking the victims' property, the robber has made purchases and used the victims' bank apps to transfer money to other accounts.
Foxx calls findings on how many Black women were victims of crime in 2022 "jarring"
Foxx is one of a handful of local, state, and national leaders responding a CBS 2 series of reports, Investigating Injustice: Black Women At Risk.
3-year-old boy dead after being shot in Northwest Indiana
Initial reports indicated that the child got a hold of the gun and suffered a self-inflicted wound, but police have not confirmed that information.
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.
