Chicago area hospitals welcome first babies of 2024
Some parents brought in the new year with a new bundle of joy.
Some parents brought in the new year with a new bundle of joy.
Hundreds of couples wed Sunday night in Sin City with the usually busy holiday taking on special meaning because of the numerical sequence of the dates: 1-2-3, 1-2-3.
CBS 2's Jackie Kostek takes a look a the different ball drops that happened overnight from a MoonPie to sandals.
The Merchandise Mart also will be lit up with the 5th annual ART on THE MART show for New Year's Eve.
From Sydney to San Francisco, the world's major cities mark the beginning of the new year with grand firework displays and other traditions.
For New Year's Eve, freezing drizzle mixed with light snow this morning, changing to snow showers.
From a 5K to Art on THE MART, the last day of 2023 can be as busy as you make it.
From a morning race, to the Bears game, to fireworks, there will be plenty to take in before the clock strikes midnight.
From a morning race, to the Bears game, to fireworks, there will be plenty to take in before the clock strikes midnight.
From a morning race, to the Bears game, to fireworks, there will be plenty to take in before the clock strikes midnight.
"The amenities we have in the city of Chicago are incredible and it's beautiful."
Chicago police laid out some of their plans on Friday. CBS 2's Sara Machi reports from the CPD First District where police wouldn't give an exact number of how many officers will be on duty.
As millions of people map out their goals for 2024, their top resolution comes as no surprise.
They're teaming up with Miller Lite to offer free rides on Dec. 31.
If you're making plans to ring in the new year you can take advantage of all train lines and bus routes from 10 p.m. to 4 a.m.
In preparation for the season, she is offering tips on how to prevent that dreaded holiday weight gain.
Residents from the unit said the fire started after a candle got too close to a Christmas tree.
This comes as the department continues to deal with staffing challenges.
It is one of the largest in years due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
It will include face painting and an early midnight countdown after the show.
The shows will include face painting and an early midnight countdown after the show.
Temperatures continue to run above the norm as we head into the new year.
More than 1,300 extra CPD officers will be on patrol in key areas, officials said.
The champagne is chilling, and the noisemakers are at the ready, but before New Year's Eve fun begins, Chicago police have a message: They're watching you. More than 1,300 extra officers will be on patrol.
You can get free rides Saturday night from any of the three Chicago area public transit agencies.
The storms are not expected to be severe but may contain lightning and wind gusts up to 40 miles per hour.
A total of 150 will now be allowed in the parade, up from a cap of 125.
A Kansas judge on Friday determined there was sufficient probable cause for the case against Shannon to go to trial. His trial date was tentatively set for June 10.
"I think that the number one thing is that people want to see this play because they actually want to learn about Native American issues, and there's nowhere else to do that."
Gabrielle Williams, 23, of Springfield, is charged with one felony count of disorderly conduct.
The university has said protesters sleeping in tents were given fair warning before the encampment was removed, but protesters said there was no such warning.
Astarte Washington was 15 years old when she suffered multiple broken bones after an unattended Chicago police car rolled over her.
Irene Chavez's family said police ignored her pleas to go to the hospital, even after she repeatedly told them she was a veteran suffering from PTSD.
There were only 15 days with measurable snow this past winter in Chicago, but a total of 7,745 vehicles got hauled off the streets.
The convention is taking place from Monday, Aug. 19, to Thursday, Aug. 22.
Alderpeople are looking to try to stop rogue towers from making thousands off drivers who thought they were signing their car away to someone they could trust.
Employees at dozens of now-closed Foxtrot Market and Dom's Kitchen stores, now jobless, wonder what comes next for them as their paychecks will soon end.
The family didn't get their cut of the estate sale, not hearing back from the salesman until CBS 2 got involved.
The Better Business Bureau warns that anyone buying an event ticket should watch out for fake ticket scams.
Financial records show Paul Croft and J.D. Frost raised about $30 million for a hydrogen plant that was supposed to be, at one point, in Indiana. It never existed, an attorney says.
Researchers hope their findings will inspire action to make hearing aid devices more affordable since they can cost over $1,000 per ear.
First known HIV cases from a nonsterile injection for cosmetic reasons highlights the risk of unlicensed providers.
The city's measles dashboard said a total of 63 measles cases have been confirmed in Chicago this year, with one new case this week.
The department said anyone who visited the Sam's Club at 9400 S. Western Ave. in Evergreen Park one day last week may have been exposed to someone with measles.
Health officials are warning consumers not to consume Infinite Herbs basil sold at some Trader Joe's and Dierberg's stores after 12 people were sickened.
Biden campaigned in the spot where Trump, to much fanfare, lauded a plan by Taiwan-based electronics giant Foxconn plan to build a $10 billion manufacturing facility that was supposed to eventually employ 10,000 people. Except it was never completed.
The Illinois Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act requires employers to notify workers of mass layoffs 60 days in advance.
Mayor Brandon Johnson denied that the Bears' shiny new dome could end up costing taxpayers a pretty penny.
Employees at dozens of now-closed Foxtrot Market and Dom's Kitchen stores, now jobless, wonder what comes next for them as their paychecks will soon end.
The company announced Tuesday that it received a stalking horse bid to purchase its operating assets.
This will be the first baby for Hailey and Justin Beiber, who announced their pregnancy after more than five years of marriage.
Brian Fox, a fellow producer and engineer at Albini's Electrical Audio studio in Chicago, confirmed Albini passed away Tuesday night from a heart attack.
For the past three months, a cast of 10 Asian American/Pacific Islander comedians has been working on the new program, "Youth in Asia (Are You Proud of Me Yet?)"
The stars came out for the the 2024 Met Gala in New York City. See some of the most eye-catching outfits of the night.
'Bob Hearts Abishola', the acclaimed comedy, is signing off after its fifth season on CBS.
No dance experience is needed—just a love of dancing and musicals. CBS 2 spotted all levels of dancers, but the enthusiasm was a plus. "Mamma Mia" is playing at the Nederlander Theatre through May 19.
The Chicago South Side Hospital is hosting a centennial celebration, including a casino night-themed fundraiser on Saturday.
For this Jumpstart segment, CBS 2's Darius Johnson examines its mission to deliver high-quality medical options to residents who call Roseland home.
In a satiric comedy, Steppenwolf Theatre is serving up a hilarious way to re-examine the holiday and political CBS 2 Entertainment Reporter Vince Gerasole sat down with the playwright and discussed the tricky themes.
This Women's Health Month, take the 100 Miles of Summer challenge with Lululemon.
A rare severe geomagnetic storm watch from space could mean that Chicagoans get a chance to see the Northern Lights this weekend.
Look to see millions of them starting to emerge next week.
Chicago police said the robbers targeted liquor and convenience stores and even restaurants, but in one case, a store employee fired back at one of the robbers.
The storms are not expected to be severe but may contain lightning and wind gusts up to 40 miles per hour.
A total of 150 will now be allowed in the parade, up from a cap of 125.
Expert panel discussion centers the focus on the disparity that 1 in 3 victims of crime in Chicago is a Black woman
Police arrived at the scene sooner than if they had waited for the first 911 call.
Anthony Robinson's attorney said his previous defense lawyer failed to present evidence that showed it was physically impossible for him to be the shooter.
The village board is working on a resolution to hire Lightfoot, a former federal prosecutor before her lone term as Chicago's mayor, to investigate claims Henyard has been misusing public funds.
DCFS Director Heidi Mueller was asked Thursday why some kids in the system are being held in psychiatric hospitals longer than medically necessary.
The Sox won their second straight and for the fourth time in six games to improve to 10-28.
The Cats will now play the waiting game to find out where they're headed for next week's NCAA Tournament on Sunday at 6 p.m. for the NCAA Selection Show.
Chris Flexen pitched six sharp innings, Paul DeJong homered again and the Chicago White Sox avoided their seventh sweep this season by beating the Tampa Bay Rays 4-1.
The team's first three games will be on the road. But the team's many new faces were on display at Media Day.
Dylan Cease struck out 12 and combined with two relievers on a one-hitter, and the San Diego Padres beat the Chicago Cubs 3-0.
A Kansas judge on Friday determined there was sufficient probable cause for the case against Shannon to go to trial. His trial date was tentatively set for June 10.
Gabrielle Williams, 23, of Springfield, is charged with one felony count of disorderly conduct.
In each attack, rideshare drivers would pick up a passenger and take them to their destination, and then the passenger would rob them at gunpoint.
Prosecutors said there was a clear history of issues between the alleged shooter and his neighbor, a white woman who had two Black sons.
Guillermo Caballero's family said he got trapped inside a chaotic circle of cars and people at the illegal meetup – and was unable to escape.