COVID-19 reaches 'high' community risk level in Evanston
Some in Evanston are wondering if a return of the mask mandate might be coming. CBS 2's Steven Graves reports.
Northwestern University
Northwestern softball falls to Michigan in semifinal
The Wildcats lost to Michigan 2-1.
Northwestern Wildcats softball team beats Wisconsin, advances to Big Ten semifinals
With a final strikeout delivered by Williams, the Wildcats beat the Badgers 5-2.
Women's lacrosse at Northwestern ready for the regionals without its star player
"We're coming with a chip on our shoulder. I think you saw that against Syracuse. They beat us last year. They ended our perfect season. Just wanting it more."
Northwestern uses computer model to detect misconduct in the CPD
But what if a computer model could detect misconduct without a whistleblower ever coming forward? A research team led by Northwestern University says they have accomplished just that. CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey reports.
Northwestern research team devises computer model to detect CPD misconduct
What if a computer model could detect misconduct without a whistleblower ever coming forward?
Police apprehend carjacking suspect who went into NU Chicago Campus building
Northwestern announced an active threat alert while suspect was at large in the campus buildings.
Carjacking suspect caught hiding in Northwestern medical building
Police took a carjacking suspect into custody Monday afternoon after he suspect bailed from a vehicle and ran into a building on the Northwestern University Chicago Campus, prompting an active threat warning. CBS 2's Charlie De Mar reports.
Carjacking suspect caught after hiding in Northwestern Chicago campus building
Police took a carjacking suspect into custody Monday afternoon after he suspect bailed from a vehicle and ran into a building on the Northwestern University Chicago Campus, prompting an active threat warning. CBS 2's Charlie De Mar reports.
Northwestern University students mark Arab American Heritage Month
Did you know April is Arab-American Heritage Month? If you were not aware, some local college students are working to change that. CBS 2's Steven Graves reports.
Northwestern's MENA student group works to remind students of Arab American Heritage Month
Did you know April is Arab-American Heritage month? If you were not aware, some local college students are working to change that.
Flexibility tops perks offered by companies to lure workers back into office
As workers return to or start new jobs in offices, companies are getting creative in offering new perks to lure them in. CBS 2's Tara Molina reports.
New PCR rapid test receives FDA emergency use authorization
A new rapid PCR COVID-19 test invented by Northwestern University faculty and Minute Molecular Diagnostics has received FDA emergency use authorization.
New rapid PCR COVID test receives FDA emergency use authorization
A new rapid PCR COVID-19 test invented by Northwestern University faculty and Minute Molecular Diagnostics has received FDA emergency use authorization. CBS 2's Meredith Barack reports.
Northwestern clobbered by Iowa in Big Ten Tournament game
The Hawkeyes broke Big Ten Tournament records for scoring, field goals and 3-pointers while running away from Northwestern for a victory Thursday.
Buie rallies Northwestern past Nebraska in Big Ten
Northwestern erased a 15-point second-half deficit to upend Nebraska in the opening round of the Big Ten Conference tournament on Wednesday.
Northwestern hosts Pro Day for NFL scouts to look at draft prospects
Chicago Bears General Manager Ryan Poles was on hand in Evanston alongside Pat Fitzgerald for pro day at Northwestern.
Study shows neurological problems in COVID-19 long-haulers are real
New scientific evidence announced Monday connects brain fog and COVID-19 – as part of a groundbreaking study from Northwestern Medicine.
Iowa pulls away from Northwestern in Big Ten Conference Tourney quarterfinals
Monika Czinano scored 21 points, Caitlin Clark had a double-double and No. 12 Iowa pulled away from Northwestern for a win in the quarterfinals of the Big Ten Conference tournament on Friday night.
Northwestern University Dance Marathon returns in person for first time in two years
The Northwestern University Dance Marathon is back, and rockin'.
Northwestern University Dance Marathon Returns In Person For First Time In Two Years
The Northwestern University Dance Marathon is back, and rockin’.
Northwestern freshman has a warning with eating disorders at all-time high
The COVID-19 pandemic is fueling another medical condition – eating disorders are at an all-time high. CBS 2's Sabrina Franza met Friday with a college freshman at Northwestern University who told her story of her road to recovery.
Northwestern Freshman Has A Warning With Eating Disorders At All-Time High
The COVID-19 pandemic is fueling another medical condition – eating disorders are at an all-time high. CBS 2’s Sabrina Franza met Friday with a college freshman at Northwestern University who told her story of her road to recovery
Everything Goes Iowa's Way As Northwestern Falls
Iowa's Jordan Bohannon left the court for the final time in the No. 24 Hawkeyes' win over the Northwestern Wildcats on Monday.
Northwestern Falls Behind And Loses As Penn State Makes 13-Pointers
Dallion Johnson made five 3-pointers for all 15 of his points, John Harrar had 11 points and a career-high 20 rebounds and Penn State beat Northwestern on Friday night.
CBS News Chicago — Watch Live 24/7
Latest News
17-year-old charged with murder in death of Seandell Holliday, killed in Millennium Park
The teen is facing charges of second degree murder, aggravated battery and aggravated unlawful use of a weapon.
Unaccompanied minors no longer allowed in Millennium Park after 6 p.m. following chaos that left one teen dead
The new policy requires anyone under 18 be accompanied by an adult after 6 p.m. Thursday through Sunday.
Seandell Holliday, 16, had a goal of living to 21 but was fatally shot at Millennium Park
Before he was killed in a large gathering in the Loop, Seandell wrote 10 goals as part of a mentoring program to keep young men out of violence.
Air conditioning back on at Sneider Apartments after 3 deaths
The Sneider Apartments house seniors and people with disabilities.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Scattered showers in the evening
Scattered showers continue through the late evening hours, then a clearing sky is expected overnight. Lows will be in the mid-50s.
14-year-old killed in shootout at North Chicago gas station
The victim and someone inside a vehicle started shooting at each other before those in the vehicle fled the scene.
Loop rally protests murder of Palestinian-America journalist
Marchers blame Israel for the death of Shireen Abu Akleh, a reporter for Al-Jazeera.
Most Holy Redeemer celebrates Father Al's 100th birthday
He is now the oldest and longest serving priest in the Chicago Archdiocese.
911 dispatcher Keith Thornton Jr. calls Chicago a place that 'caters strictly to criminals who target the innocent'
Thornton is the 911 dispatcher praised for how he coordinated the response the night officers Ella French and Carlos Yanez were shot in the line of duty.
Navy Pier hosts 5K race
Money raised supports Navy Pier's nonprofit endeavors.
Glenwood man crashes into IDOT truck; charged with DUI
A Glenwood man is charged after crashing into two vehicles including an IDOT truck early Sunday morning.
Dozens arrested, 2 officers injured following night of violence in the Loop
Multiple arrests were made, and two officers were injured after large crowds gathered in the Loop Saturday night.
2 men shot during overnight chaos near Millennium Park
Both victims were shot while walking in a crowd by two juveniles, according to police.
2 children shot, 1 killed inside apartment in Skokie
One child is dead and another is wounded following a shooting in Skokie just after midnight.
Teen shot and killed at Millennium Park
At least two persons of interest were taken in for questioning, and at least two weapons were recovered.
5 dead, 35 wounded in weekend shootings across Chicago
At least five people are dead and 35others are wounded following weekend shootings in the city as of Saturday.
Hundreds flood Millennium Park pushing for abortion rights
In Illinois abortion access isn't under threat regardless of what the Supreme Court decides, but the fight is just as fierce.
COVID-19 reaches 'high' community risk level in Evanston
The Evanston Department of Health and Human Service reported 397 new COVID-19 cases over the last seven days – up from 305 the prior week.
Mars Wrigley recalls several gummy candies after customer complaints
A Chicago-based company is recalling several of its products.
2 dead, 2 hospitalized after rollover crash on Eisenhower Expressway
Two people are dead following a rollover crash on the Eisenhower Expressway early Sunday morning.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Cold front moves in, rain showers possible
A cooler day with rain on the way.
Water flowing again at Buckingham Fountain in Grant Park
The official start of summer is more than a month away, but the season official began in the middle of Chicago's Grant Park Saturday.
Chicago's Englewood neighborhood celebrates 9th annual Unity Day
CBS 2's Steven Graves rolled up his sleeves and lent a hand.
Firefighters cooling building where 3 women were found dead
Residents and relatives blame those deaths on sweltering heat.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Rain chances develop Sunday
Sunday starts off dry aside from a random shower.
Latest News
More Latest News
17-year-old charged with murder in death of Seandell Holliday, killed in Millennium Park
The teen is facing charges of second degree murder, aggravated battery and aggravated unlawful use of a weapon.
Unaccompanied minors no longer allowed in Millennium Park after 6 p.m. following chaos that left one teen dead
The new policy requires anyone under 18 be accompanied by an adult after 6 p.m. Thursday through Sunday.
Seandell Holliday, 16, had a goal of living to 21 but was fatally shot at Millennium Park
Before he was killed in a large gathering in the Loop, Seandell wrote 10 goals as part of a mentoring program to keep young men out of violence.
Air conditioning back on at Sneider Apartments after 3 deaths
The Sneider Apartments house seniors and people with disabilities.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Scattered showers in the evening
Scattered showers continue through the late evening hours, then a clearing sky is expected overnight. Lows will be in the mid-50s.
CBS 2 Investigators
More CBS 2 Investigators
Attorney argues before Illinois Supreme Court for release of 50 years of Chicago Police misconduct records
The fight over the release of five decades of Chicago Police misconduct records made it all the way to the Illinois Supreme Court on Wednesday.
Illinois Supreme Court to decide whether landlord who accused former alderman of zoning shakedown can sue the city
Brian Strauss claims former Ald. Proco Joe Moreno had his building at Milwaukee and Damen downzoned in retaliation for evicting the music venue Double Door in 2017.
Northwestern research team devises computer model to detect CPD misconduct
What if a computer model could detect misconduct without a whistleblower ever coming forward?
Potential overturning of Roe v. Wade could mean many more coming to Illinois for legal abortions
Could a decision overturning Roe v. Wade have an impact on Illinois with its sanctuary status? Planned Parenthood of Illinois says yes.
New Chicago Inspector General Deborah Witzburg outlines improvements she'd like to see at CPD
Deborah Witzburg was recently confirmed as the new Chicago Inspector General, and she is already laying out improvements she'd like to see involving the Chicago Police Department.
Politics
More Politics
Gov. Pritzker signs legislation protecting auto accident victims from rogue towing companies
Among its requirements are a "tow rotation list," in which essentially, police agencies will call an approved list of tow companies whenever there's an accident.
Gov. Pritzker signs new law targeting smash-and-grab thieves
Smash-and-grab thefts have been reported at stores across Chicago and the suburbs.
IDOT orders Oakbrook Terrace to turn off red light cameras due to noncompliance
IDOT announced Thursday that it has revoked its permit for a red-light camera at Route 83 and 22nd Street in Oakbrook Terrace.
State Rep. Kam Buckner enters race for Chicago mayor
Buckner, a Democrat from Bronzeville whose district stretches from the Gold Coast to the South Chicago neighborhood, is serving his second term in the Illinois General Assembly.
Rep. Bobby Rush, Sen. Tammy Duckworth reintroduce gun licensing act named for Blair Holt
A push to fight violence in Chicago has been renewed – with a new bill named after a well-known victim of gun violence named Blair Holt.
Consumer News
More Consumer News
Abbott to resume production of baby formula at Sturgis, Michigan plant after recall
Abbott Nutrition said after its plant in Sturgis, Michigan gets back in operation, product could be back on shelves in six to eight weeks, subject to approval by the Food and Drug Administration.
Chicago gas prices hit new record, at more than $5 per gallon
According to AAA, the average price of a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline is $5.12 as of Tuesday morning.
Parents desperate, searching for options amid persistent nationwide baby formula shortage
Parents are struggling to keep up with the nationwide shortage of baby formula – with several retailers now limiting how much you can buy. So what do you do if you can't find any?
North Chicago man finding himself stuck as he tries to get missing jewelry back from shuttered Sears
A North Chicago man had been saving a diamond ring for a special lady, but now, his dream proposal is ruined.
Chicago area fashion designer suddenly lost more than $100,000 from his PayPal account
The money is back where it belongs now. But Morning Insider Lauren Victory discovered the mystery remains: why did all that cash disappear in the first place?
Health
More Health
COVID-19 reaches 'high' community risk level in Evanston
The Evanston Department of Health and Human Service reported 397 new COVID-19 cases over the last seven days – up from 305 the prior week.
Advocate Aurora Health merging with Charlotte-based Atrium Health
Advocate Aurora Health will be merging with Atrium Health.
CPS launches 'Please Stay' campaign to promote mental health and prevent teen suicides
Chicago Public Schools has become the first school district in the nation to launch a new anti-suicide campaign created by Lady Gaga's Born This Way foundation.
Mayor Lightfoot pledges $500,000 for abortion access ahead of possible overturn of Roe v. Wade
"As long as I am mayor, the city of Chicago will continue to take comprehensive approach to reproductive justice," Lightfoot said.
Chicago moves to medium risk level for COVID-19; masks recommended indoors again
"Chicago moving into the Medium Level does not mean a citywide mask mandate, restrictions on public gatherings, or reinstatement of vaccination requirements at this time," Public Health Commissioner Dr. Allison Arwady said.
Business
More Business
FTX cryptocurrency exchange opens new headquarters in Chicago
Mayor Lori Lightfoot helped cut the ribbon Tuesday morning to open the official U.S. headquarters of FTX, a Bahamas-based cryptocurrency exchange.
Bally's unveils further plans for Chicago casino; some aldermen say it's being pushed through too fast
The city did not conduct a new safety study to determine how crime would be impacted by a casino - in hopes of getting the casino up and generating revenue quickly.
Boeing to move corporate headquarters from Chicago to Arlington, Virginia
A news release said the company will maintain a "significant presence" at its Chicago office at 100 N. Riverside Plaza in the West Loop Gate.
Mayor Lori Lightfoot places bet on Bally's plan for River West casino, but more hurdles remain
The mayor's pick still requires approval by the City Council, and needs the Illinois Gaming Board to approve a casino license for Bally's.
Woman was set to fulfill dream with vegan tattoo shop, only to be shut down by Orland Park zoning laws
An environmentally-conscious suburban woman spent a lot of green to get her business up and running – and then after she had welcomed just one customer, the Village of Orland Park shut her down.
Weather
Entertainment
More Entertainment
Dave Chappelle attacked by armed man while onstage in L.A.
The controversial comic laughed off the incident after being tackled, and video appeared to show the person who charged him being beaten onstage.
Naomi Judd, Grammy-winning singer, has died at 76
"We lost our beautiful mother to the disease of mental illness," the Judd sisters said on social media.
'Jersey Boys' is returning to a Chicago stage next week
The new national tour of "Jersey Boys" opens next week at the Cadillac Palace Theatre, celebrating the music of the Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons.
Lollapalooza announces daily lineup; single-day tickets now on sale
The lineup includes Thursday headliners Metallica and Lil Baby, Friday headliners Dua Lipa and Machine Gun Kelly, Saturday headliners J. Cole and Kygo, and Sunday headliners Green Day and Doja Cat.
'Golden Girls' fan convention under way at Navy Pier
The Golden Con for fans of the classic sitcom – starring Bea Arthur, Estelle Getty, Rue McClanahan, and Betty White – runs through Sunday.
Latest Videos
More Latest Videos
Latest Videos
Loop rally protests murder of Palestinian-America journalist
Marchers blame Israel for the death of Shireen Abu Akleh, a reporter for Al-Jazeera.
Most Holy Redeemer celebrates Father Al's 100th birthday
He is now the oldest and longest serving priest in the Chicago Archdiocese.
Four people pulled from Lake Michigan at Warren Dunes State Park
Four people were pulled from Lake Michigan at Warren Dunes State Park Sunday. The Coast Guard was first to spot them in the water. Two people were pulled out shortly after that, but it took 30 minutes or more to rescue the other two swimmers. Rescuers ultimately used drones to find them. Their conditions were not available Sunday night.
25th annual Hustle Chicago Star Climb Held at Soldier Field
More than 900 people took the climb at Soldier Field Sunday.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Scattered showers in the evening ahead of sunny Monday
CBS 2 Meteorologist Albert Ramon has the 10 p.m. forecast for Sunday, May 15, 2022.
Latest Galleries
More Latest Galleries
62nd Annual GRAMMY Awards Red Carpet Gallery
The best looks from the 62nd annual GRAMMY Awards on CBS.
Apollo 11: 'The Eagle Has Landed'
2019 GRAMMY Awards Red Carpet Gallery
Red carpet looks from the 61st annual GRAMMY Awards on CBS.
2018 Grammy Nominations
Check out some of the exceptional nominees for the 2018 GRAMMYs, only on CBS!
Bears After Dark With Cody Whitehair
