Silver Cross NICU like a second home for some new parents
Millions of babies are born prematurely every year. That translates to about one in 10 newborns who need extra support in the NICU.
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Just over a year old, NICU at Silver Cross Hospital is fulfilling a critical need
September is NICU Awareness Month. So CBS 2 decided to honor a few people who make sacrifices to be there for the littlest of patients.
'Warriors Walk' in New Lenox on Saturday connects vets with mental health services
It's in its 4th year of helping get veterans the mental health services they need.
New Lenox 'Warriors Walk' on Saturday helps connect vets with mental health services
U.S. Navy veteran Ryan Brazel founded the Warriors Walk. It's in its 4th year of helping get veterans the mental health services they need.
Car crash on I-355 in New Lenox leaves man dead
Crews were at the scene, including a large tow truck, usually reserved for semi trucks.
Car crashes, tumbles well off roadway at I-80 and I-355 in New Lenox
A crash forced a car well off the roadway near where Interstate 80 meets Interstate 355 in southwest suburban New Lenox on Tuesday afternoon.
Providence Catholic students spend quality time with New Lenox seniors
Two dozen high school students visited the Cottages of New Lenox ahead of Monday's National Senior Citizens Day.
Providence Catholic students spend quality time with New Lenox seniors
There was a strong connection spanning generations at a senior living facility in southwest suburban New Lenox on Friday. Two dozen high school students visited the Cottages of New Lenox ahead of Monday's National Senior Citizens Day.
New water restrictions in place due to dry conditions in Mokena, New Lenox
People living in New Lenox and Mokena are being asked to water their lawns every other day.
New Lenox, Mokena residents under water restrictions
People living in New Lenox and Mokena are being asked to water their lawns every other day.
Rock Island Metra trains to Joliet closed due to track replacement
All Rock Island trains will instead run to and from New Lenox today.
April Food Day with Providence Catholic High School students
CBS 2’s Marie Saavedra spent Thursday celebrating April Food Day with United Way. In this clip, she is joined by some exuberant students from Providence Catholic High School in New Lenox.
Westbound I-80 closed near New Lenox after crash
CBS 2's Kris Habermehl reports as many as 10 vehicles might have been involved in the crash.
10-year-old New Lenox girl honored for bravery following life-saving 911 call
Aria Tadin called 911 when she found her mom on the floor with a seizure. CBS 2's Marissa Perlman reports on Aria's brave choices.
10-year-old New Lenox girl calls 911, saves mom's life
Aria Tadin got a very special visit at home from the New Lenox Police Department as she was honored with a bravery award.
Silver Cross Hospital settles for $8 million with woman's family in wrongful death lawsuit
The lawsuit claimed the doctors and nurses ignored her medical records.
Metra train hits pedestrian near suburban Mokena
Metra announced the incident will interfere with multiple trains on Friday afternoon.
New Lenox's Silver Cross Hospital provides Will County's first NICU
Morning Insider Lauren Victory takes us inside Will County's first neonatal intensive care unit.
Some businesses placed on lockdown amid standoff with barricaded man in New Lenox
Police were called to a business on Schoolhouse Road north of Laraway Road for a man who threatened to harm himself.
Businesses locked down during police standoff in New Lenox
Police were called to a business on Schoolhouse Road north of Laraway Road for a man who threatened to harm himself.
New Lenox Police Accused Of Dumping Man In Parking Lot After He Was Released From Hospital; He Was Then Hit By Car
The New Lenox Police Department stood accused Wednesday of dumping a man in a dark, desolate parking lot after he was treated at a hospital for a mental health episode.
Small Plane Lands On I-355 At 159th Street In New Lenox; Pilot, 3 Passengers Suffer Injuries
Four people suffered minor injuries on Thursday, when a small plane made an emergency landing on the Veterans Memorial Tollway in New Lenox.
Some Suburban County Restaurants, Bars Say They'll Continue Indoor Service In Defiance Of Gov. Pritzker's COVID-19 Orders
Starting Friday, DuPage, Kane, Will, and Kankakee counties are ordered by Gov. JB Pritzker to stop all indoor service at bars and restaurants.
Lincoln-Way High School District Going All Remote For First 3 Weeks Due To COVID-19 Numbers
Rising COVID-19 numbers have forced the south suburban Lincoln-Way Community High School District 210 to change its plans for the new school year.
Local YouTube Influencer May Have Caught Little League Board Member In Sex Scandal
A local YouTube influencer's video went viral, when he became the star of his own version of "To Catch A Predator."
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Judge to issue verdict for Chicago police officers charged in Pilsen 2022 shooting
Prosecutors closed their case against the sergeant and officer, and a verdict is expected Thursday at 1 p.m.
Chicago weather forecast hour by hour for September 28
Summer-like conditions are ahead.
Chicago First Alert Weather: More sunshine, warmup ahead
Temperatures will be in the 70s with partly sunny skies.
Seven buses of migrants arrive in Chicago for second day in a row
Late Wednesday night, we were there as adults and small children stepped off one of the buses, and greeted with blankets.
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Judge to issue verdict for Chicago police officers charged in Pilsen 2022 shooting
Prosecutors closed their case against the sergeant and officer, and a verdict is expected Thursday at 1 p.m.
Seven buses of migrants arrive in Chicago for second day in a row
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One dead, two hospitalized after RV catches fire at Stickney gas station
officials said the person who died was inside the Covington LX RV that was completely torched.
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Feds to fund improvements to keep pedestrians off Chicago area railroad tracks
A total of 39 people were killed trespassing on railroad tracks in Illinois last year alone.
Now-dead man suspected in murder of Romeoville family had lengthy criminal record
Nathaniel Huey Jr.'s criminal past should have been a red flag – including a court order banning him from possessing firearms.
Hospital changed disposal procedures after CBS 2 bought empty COVID-19 vaccine vials
After a pharmacy director admitted selling "empty" COVID vaccine vials to CBS 2, the hospital changed policy to protect the public.
Former state inspector Jose Guillen expected to plead guilty to lying about groping women
Guillen was indicted last year on four counts of deprivation of civil rights and one count of obstruction of justice
Electric rental car breaks down, traps Gurnee mom, daughter inside
They turned to CBS 2 Investigators for help after they then got stuck with a big bill.
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Seven buses of migrants arrive in Chicago for second day in a row
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Illinois DCFS report card for past two years shows more failures than last review
Last time the state Auditor General updated us, there were 30 major failures by DCFS. This time, it's 33.
Donald Trump and his company "repeatedly" violated fraud law, N.Y. judge rules
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Biden joins picket line with UAW workers in Michigan
President Biden said the UAW "saved the auto industry back in 2008," and should reap the benefits of profits now.
Two aldermen want voters to decide if Chicago should remain sanctuary city for migrants
The move comes as the city works to find housing for more than 14,000 asylum seekers who have been brought to Chicago since last August.
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Kia, Hyundai models recalled due to fire risk; separate concerns about security flaws persist
Hyundai warned drivers to park their cars outside until they can get the necessary repairs.
Indiana AG sues MV Realty, says company is deceptive
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Contractor accused of scamming people in need of housework
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Getting Hosed: Officials finally address on bad water billing at City Council hearing
The Chicago City Council Finance Committee held a hearing Tuesday with the heads of the Water Management and Finance departments.
Chime customer frustrated by slow response after bogus $1,200 charge
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Scientists at the Field Museum showed Josh Burton ways he can still have a career without digging in the dirt.
Northwestern researchers get $45M to develop implant to sense and treat cancer
"From a clinical perspective, this could be a game-changing approach to cancer therapy," said Dr. Jonathan Rivnay.
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Silver Cross NICU like a second home for some new parents
Millions of babies are born prematurely every year. That translates to about one in 10 newborns who need extra support in the NICU.
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GM and Stellantis plants in Bolingbrook and Naperville join UAW strike
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Workers at Chicago Ford plant worry they may have to walk off the job amid strike
Hundreds of autoworkers gathered Thursday outside the UAW Local 551 headquarters, 13550 S. Torrence Ave., to protest.
Alderman wants moratorium on Dollar Tree stores, says properties are "filthy"
"I want to see a moratorium on these type of businesses opening up in our city," said Ald. Matt O'Shea (19th). "This happens in communities all across the city of Chicago."
Kroger and Albertsons sell hundreds of stores in a bid to clear merger of the 2 largest US groceries
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Steppenwolf Theatre announces layoffs of 13 staffers
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Cubs lose to Braves, drop into tie with Miami for NL's third wild card
The Cubs blew a six-run lead in Tuesday's series opener.
Chicago area man wants to learn more about painting of Wrigley Field
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Bears focus on fighting through adversity to snap losing streak
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White Sox lose to Diamondbacks, get blanked for 13th time this season
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Lillard dealt to Bucks as part of three-team deal, per report
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Teri Bristol, Chicago house music DJ, dies at 66
Bristol began DJing in Chicago in the 1980s, and paved the way for a generation of other women DJs.
"Survivor" returns for season 45 Wednesday, Sept. 27 at 8 p.m. ET
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Hollywood writers, studios reach tentative deal to end strike
Terms of the deal must still be ratified by the WGA's approximately 11,000 members.
Hundreds of local artists take stages at Chicago Live! at Navy Pier
The event is the Midwest's largest free performing arts festival.
Usher to headline Super Bowl halftime show in Las Vegas
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Chicago First Alert Weather: More sunshine, warmup ahead
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More migrants arrive in Chicago despite limited resources
The numbers continue to grow after more migrants are dropped off in Chicago.
Judge to issue verdict for Chicago police officers charged in 2022 shooting
Two Chicago police officers are expected to learn their fate after being charged in a 2022 shooting.
Man shot while riding train in Chicago
The victim was taken to the University of Chicago Hospital where he is listed in critical condition.
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Oak Park on alert after armed robberies, carjackings this past weekend
There were four armed robberies, one carjacking, and one aggravated assault that was believed to be an attempted robbery in Oak Park early Sunday.
Several people robbed at South Chicago bus stop
CBS 2 news crews talked with one of the victims who said his iPhone was stolen by a group near 79th Street and Jeffery Boulevard.
Neighbors want action after repeated armed robbery sprees in Chicago neighborhoods
Police laid out their plans to combat the crisis Tuesday night.
Northwest Indiana man faces multiple felonies in hit-run accident
Pete Baum, 48, of Hobart, was charged Tuesday for causing the accident on Sunday evening.
Man charged with holding knife to woman's throat in Round Lake
Gerzin Ramirez-Perez, 33, has been charged with one felony count of aggravated unlawful restraint and two misdemeanor counts of domestic battery.
