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.
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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.
The three claim they tried telling school leaders about the violent and sexual hazing happening within the Wildcats football program years before the former Illinois inspector general launched an investigation.
Chicago police arrested 29-year-old Alberto Rosas on Tuesday in the 6800 block of West Archer Avenue and charged him with one felony count of first-degree murder.
The driver was heading northbound when he swerved to avoid hitting another car, causing him to hit a curb and then a light pole before coming to a stop, police said.
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.
Greene's move marked a reversal from a day earlier, when the Georgia Republican appeared to retreat from her threat to trigger a vote to remove Johnson as speaker.
Johnson spoke with state lawmakers to make the case that Chicago is owed $1 billion from the state for schools and other programs.
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.
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.
Bernard Hill died Sunday at 79. The actor was known for his roles in "Lord of the Rings" and "Titanic."
CBS 2 Meteorologist Ed Curran has a look at the extended forecast.
Former President Trump is back in a New York City courtroom on Thursday, accused of falsifying business records to cover up hush money payments to adult film star Stormy Daniels, who is back on the stand.
The company, located in Itasca, Illinois, produces many Ferrara innovations, including Nerds, Sweetart Ropes, and other tasty treats.
Three more former Northwestern football players have filed lawsuits against the university and former head football coach Pat Fitzgerald, claiming they were subjected to violent sexual hazing. Those plaintiffs include a former linebacker and the initial anonymous whistleblower who first reported the hazing and sparked the investigation that led to Fitzgerald’s firing.
A major supplier of Boeing’s 737 Max planes is being accused of cutting corners at the risk of passenger safety. A whistleblower from the Kansas-based company Spirit AeroSystems spoke with CBS news about the production issues.
Ascension said it responded immediately, and access to some systems has been interrupted with remediation efforts in progress.
The three claim they tried telling school leaders about the violent and sexual hazing happening within the Wildcats football program years before the former Illinois inspector general launched an investigation.
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.
The noise will be hard to miss. But it won't all even be the same noise – as there are several different species of cicadas coming that each have a distinct song, or screech.
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.
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.
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.
The Wildcats went 19-3 in Big Ten contests and won all eight conference series for a second-straight year.
Marina Mabrey was gunning from deep and had a game-high 20 points.
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.
A car riddled with bullet holes was spotted at the scene.
Police said a woman caught a 13-year-old girl and a 14-year-old boy trying to steal her, when the woman shot the girl in the shoulder.
Business owners believe the same crew might be involved in several other incidents.
Chicago Police detectives are asking anyone with additional photos or video to give them a call.