
Pace hosting 'hire on the spot' event in Plainfield
Job offers will be made on the same day.
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Job offers will be made on the same day.
Applicants interested in becoming bus operators can stop by for a brief interview.
"They're really going to like this. In the suburbs, we didn't have the frequency. Now we do."
The motorcyclist was taken to Advocate Christ Medical Center in critical condition.
Some applicants could be given an offer on the spot.
They're looking to fill dozens of positions - including operators, mechanics, and more.
They're looking to fill dozens of positions - including operators, mechanics, and more.
Back in May of 2021, Brenda Burse was riding in a Pace bus, when the driver fell asleep at the wheel.
Don't forget to say "thank you" to your favorite transit worker Saturday.
It'll be held at pace headquarters on Algonquin Road in Arlington Heights.
Pace will cover the cost of tuition, training, books, and other fees.
The project team will be on hand Tuesday from 10 a.m. until noon to answer your questions.
You can get free rides Saturday night from any of the three Chicago area public transit agencies.
The new budget just approved for the suburban transit agency eliminates transfer fees on regular routes.
At a time when everything is costing more, Pace says it's cutting some costs for riders.
Pace isn't planning any fare increases next year, but is planning to eliminate 69 suburban bus routes that not been operating since the spring of 2020, at the start of the pandemic.
Pace will hold a series of public hearings so people can weigh in from Oct. 20-28.
"This $20 million dollar investment improves the quality of life for residents that deserve to live in a city for which they can be proud."
Anthony Bland is facing felony weapons charges and misdemeanor property damage charges.
Illinois State Police, the Illinois Department of Transportation, and the Chicago Fire Department were at the scene.
There were initial reports that a gunman had opened fire, but it later turned out that may not have been true.
Illinois State Police, the Illinois Department of Transportation, and the Chicago Fire Department were at the scene. Kris Habermehl reports from Chopper 2.
The days of buses belching out black diesel soot could be coming to an end.
The days of buses belching out black diesel soot could be coming to an end. CBS 2's Sabrina Franza reports.
A new pass could be coming that will allow passengers to use both Pace and CTA buses.
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Police said the suspect ran away after being confronted by officers.
Michael Gambon, the British-Irish actor who portrayed Dumbledore in the latter 6 of the 8 "Harry Potter" movies, has died after a bout of pneumonia.
When the victim tried to run away, one of the offenders stabbed him in the back.
Prosecutors closed their case against the sergeant and officer, and a verdict is expected Thursday at 1 p.m.
Prosecutors closed their case against the sergeant and officer, and a verdict is expected Thursday at 1 p.m.
Late Wednesday night, we were there as adults and small children stepped off one of the buses, and greeted with blankets.
officials said the person who died was inside the Covington LX RV that was completely torched.
Temperatures will be in the 70s with partly sunny skies.
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A total of 39 people were killed trespassing on railroad tracks in Illinois last year alone.
Nathaniel Huey Jr.'s criminal past should have been a red flag – including a court order banning him from possessing firearms.
After a pharmacy director admitted selling "empty" COVID vaccine vials to CBS 2, the hospital changed policy to protect the public.
Guillen was indicted last year on four counts of deprivation of civil rights and one count of obstruction of justice
They turned to CBS 2 Investigators for help after they then got stuck with a big bill.
Late Wednesday night, we were there as adults and small children stepped off one of the buses, and greeted with blankets.
Last time the state Auditor General updated us, there were 30 major failures by DCFS. This time, it's 33.
"The documents here clearly contain fraudulent valuations that defendants used in business," Judge Engoron wrote in his ruling, ordering Trump's New York business certificates canceled.
President Biden said the UAW "saved the auto industry back in 2008," and should reap the benefits of profits now.
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.
Hyundai warned drivers to park their cars outside until they can get the necessary repairs.
MV Realty is based out of Florida, but operates in Indiana and several other states – including Illinois.
They accused James Nesbitt of taking off with deposits without completing jobs and complained he didn't respond to customers.
The Chicago City Council Finance Committee held a hearing Tuesday with the heads of the Water Management and Finance departments.
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Scientists at the Field Museum showed Josh Burton ways he can still have a career without digging in the dirt.
"From a clinical perspective, this could be a game-changing approach to cancer therapy," said Dr. Jonathan Rivnay.
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Millions of babies are born prematurely every year. That translates to about one in 10 newborns who need extra support in the NICU.
"We're not going to wait around forever for a fair contract," UAW President Shawn Fain said. "The companies know how to make this right."
Hundreds of autoworkers gathered Thursday outside the UAW Local 551 headquarters, 13550 S. Torrence Ave., to protest.
"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."
Grocers Kroger and Albertsons are selling more than 400 stores and other assets to C&S Wholesale Grocers in an approximately $1.9 billion deal as part of their efforts to complete their merger.
The company said it has been "negatively impacted by a protracted post-pandemic economic recovery for our sector and the rising cost of inflation,"
The Cubs blew a six-run lead in Tuesday's series opener.
Daniel Kamen is trying to get to the bottom of the origins of the painting. He showed it to Sotheby's, and they think it could be valuable.
The Bears returned to practice determined and focused. That's the message as they try to keep together during the longest losing streak in franchise history.
The White Sox (60-98) are trying to avoid what would be their first 100-loss season since 2018 and second since 1970.
Lillard had hoped for a trade to the Miami Heat, but instead will head to the Bulls' division opponent.
Michael Gambon, the British-Irish actor who portrayed Dumbledore in the latter 6 of the 8 "Harry Potter" movies, has died after a bout of pneumonia.
Bristol began DJing in Chicago in the 1980s, and paved the way for a generation of other women DJs.
Through longer weekly episodes, "Survivor" will take a deeper dive into the players' stories as they're stranded on the stunning islands of Fiji.
Terms of the deal must still be ratified by the WGA's approximately 11,000 members.
The event is the Midwest's largest free performing arts festival.
The suspect got in through the door at the west entrance and walked upstairs onto the balcony and then into the gymnasium.
When the victim tried to run away, one of the offenders stabbed him in the back.
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The numbers continue to grow after more migrants are dropped off in Chicago.
There were four armed robberies, one carjacking, and one aggravated assault that was believed to be an attempted robbery in Oak Park early Sunday.
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.
Police laid out their plans to combat the crisis Tuesday night.
Pete Baum, 48, of Hobart, was charged Tuesday for causing the accident on Sunday evening.
Gerzin Ramirez-Perez, 33, has been charged with one felony count of aggravated unlawful restraint and two misdemeanor counts of domestic battery.