2 children shot an hour apart on South Side
A boy, 12, and a girl, 15, were both shot in the leg. Both are in good condition.
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Park Manor shooting leaves 15-year-old girl wounded
The victim was shot in the left leg and was taken to the University of Chicago's Comer Children's Hospital in good condition.
Search for gunman after 15-year-old is shot in leg
The girl was with a large group in a Park Manor alley when someone across the street pulled out a gun and shot her, police said.
2 passengers wounded after being shot while in rideshare in Park Manor
Two people were shot while they were in a rideshare vehicle early Thursday morning.
2 passengers shot while in rideshare in Park Manor
Two 18-year-old men were shot while they were in a rideshare vehicle early Thursday morning.
Copper pipe thieves target vacant homes in Park Manor
Four times since Dec. 2, thieves have broken into vacant homes through a door or window, and stolen kitchen appliances and copper piping.
Two charged with carjacking 74-year-old man at gunpoint in Park Manor
Demontae Riggins and Khaleel Ramsey both face aggravated vehicular hijacking charges.
Suspect charged in shooting that left one man dead, another wounded in Park Manor
A man is charged with shooting two others in Park Manor back in June.
Man shot on sidewalk in Park Manor
The victim was shot in the lower back and was taken to the University of Chicago Medical Center in critical condition.
1 man dead, another wounded in shooting in Park Manor
One man is dead and another is wounded in a shooting in the Park Manor neighborhood Thursday afternoon.
6 dead, 18 wounded in weekend shootings in Chicago
At least six people were killed and 18 others wounded in shootings across the city as of Sunday.
2 people found shot in Park Manor
A man is wounded and a woman is in critical condition after a shooting Friday night in the Park Manor neighborhood.
Park Manor charity hosting food giveaway in time for Easter
A Park Manor charity is making sure families have food on the table for Easter.
MISSING: Mark Brown, 34, of Park Manor
Police are asking the public's help in locating a missing Park Manor man last seen in February.
Man Killed, Woman Wounded In Park Manor Gas Station Shootout
A man is dead and a woman was wounded in a shootout in Park Manor Wednesday night.
Police Issue Alert Of Recent Carjackings in Park Manor
Police are warning people in the Park Manor neighborhood after three carjackings last week.
Teen Found Shot In Parking Lot In Park Manor
The teen was found in the parking lot and had been shot in the back and leg.
Park Manor Elementary School Staff Concerned About 'Exponential' Rise In COVID Cases; 'It's Scary'
Chicago Teachers Union officials said the halls at Park Manor Elementary were "virtually empty" on Thursday, due to the number of students staying home.
Vehicle Plows Into Pedestrian, Hits Building In Park Manor
A driver ran a red light and hit another vehicle, struck and critically injured a pedestrian, and finally slammed into a building in Park Manor Monday afternoon, police said.
Chicago Police Officer Injured In South Side Crash
A Chicago Police officer was taken to the hospital after a crash Saturday in Park Manor.
Pre-Holiday COVID-19 Vaccination Event Held In Park Manor Neighborhood
COVID-19 cases are up again in Illinois. The state health department reports more than 28,000 new cases -- an increase of 25% over last week.
1 Killed, 3 Wounded In Shooting In Park Manor
Police said two women were sitting in a vehicle and two men were standing on the sidewalk in the 6500 block of South Calumet Avenue around 1:30 a.m., when a gunman walked up and started shooting.
Boy, 17, Shot Dead In Park Manor
A 17-year-old boy was shot and killed in the Park Manor neighborhood late Tuesday.
Search On For Jeep That Ran Red Light, Struck And Seriously Hurt Pedestrian In Park Manor
Police on Sunday were asking for help from the public in finding a Jeep Renegade that ran a red light and struck a pedestrian in the Park Manor neighborhood.
At Least 5 Killed, 72 Wounded In Weekend Shootings In Chicago; 2 Mass Shootings Reported Sunday Night
At least 77 people had been shot this weekend in Chicago as of Sunday night, and five of them had been killed.
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Shelter-in-place issued for Joliet residents as police search for burglary suspects
The suspects are believed to be armed.
Liam Hendriks gets standing ovation in return to mound after bout with cancer
"It was very humbling and a sobering moment for me, because just realizing that the impact my wife and I have had around this city with what we've been able to do" Hendriks said after the game.
Teen injured in drive-by shooting in Austin
The teen was shot twice in the thigh and was taken to a local hospital in good condition.
Parents fighting for increased security at Highland Park High School
The rally is planned for Tuesday at 5 p.m. at the District 113 office.
Community leaders addressing violent holiday weekend in Lakeview
Lakeview residents are now calling on police to step up patrols and get extra security to the area.
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Shelter-in-place issued for Joliet residents as police search for burglary suspects
The suspects are believed to be armed.
Liam Hendriks gets standing ovation in return to mound after bout with cancer
"It was very humbling and a sobering moment for me, because just realizing that the impact my wife and I have had around this city with what we've been able to do" Hendriks said after the game.
Teen injured in drive-by shooting in Austin
The teen was shot twice in the thigh and was taken to a local hospital in good condition.
Parents fighting for increased security at Highland Park High School
The rally is planned for Tuesday at 5 p.m. at the District 113 office.
Community leaders addressing violent holiday weekend in Lakeview
Lakeview residents are now calling on police to step up patrols and get extra security to the area.
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Two shootings involving 2-year-olds in Chicago within period of hours
It is unclear whether either of the two people charged in each shooting actually fired a weapon.
Illinois clergy sex abuse probe reveals hundreds more cases in Catholic church
The report found, in all six dioceses in Illinois, there were 451 Catholic clerics and religious brothers who abused nearly 2,000 children.
Illinois lawmakers pass bill making it easier to sue gun manufacturers
Gov. JB Pritzker is poised to sign the bill that will help hold "reckless" gun manufacturers and advertisers accountable in court.
Illinois set to become first state to count Arab Americans in state data
If passed, Arab Americans and minority groups from the Middle East will be separately recognized.
ICE demands data from abortion clinics, restaurants, schools with obscure legal tool
ICE agents are frequently using an administrative subpoena, also known as a 1509 summons, in questionable ways to seek records and information.
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Debt ceiling deal's next steps — getting it through Congress
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and President Joe Biden will now have to sell their debt ceiling deal to lawmakers.
Tentative debt ceiling deal reached to avert default
After days of intense negotiations and weeks of talks, an agreement in principle has been reached to raise the debt ceiling.
Doctor reprimanded for speaking publicly about 10-year-old's abortion
Attorney General Todd Rokita filed a complaint with Indiana's medical licensing board against Dr. Caitlin Bernard after she spoke publicly about a 10-year-old's abortion.
Durbin: Speaker McCarthy is 'playing political poker' in debt ceiling standoff
Lawmakers in Washington have just one week to raise the debt ceiling or risk defaulting on the U.S. debt for the first time in history.
More than 100 CPD officers have history of making false reports, watchdog finds
The city's inspector general said those officers have been allowed "to remain in positions with duties that depend upon their truthfulness and credibility," even though a history of lying "can erode public trust and create risks for CPD."
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Highway safety group releases list of vehicles that can help keep teens safe
US Centers for Disease Control says teenagers are three times more likely to be involved in a fatal accident compared to older drivers.
Billy Corgan says he paid off hacker who threatened to leak new Smashing Pumpkins songs
The Smashing Pumpkins just released ATUM, a three-act rock opera, on Friday, May 5. But if it were up to the hacker, some of the album would've been released months ago.
FDA considers first ever over-the-counter birth control pill
The FDA is concerned about the effectiveness of the pill in overweight women and if individuals would follow the instructions properly.
Illinois Senate committee advances safety changes to SNAP after CBS 2 exposes fraud
The new bill in Springfield would collect data from SNAP cards to better track skimming and fraud.
Designer says fashion show producer scammed him, but producer says he did nothing wrong
Models who were supposed to be wearing the designer's gowns are also missing money.
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University of Chicago Medicine hosting free clinic in Glendale Heights on Saturday
It's taking place at the Glendale Heights Sports Hub at 250 Civic Centre Plaza in Glendale Heights on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Drugs — from cancer meds to children's Tylenol — are in short supply
Nationwide drug shortage is a "tragedy happening in slow motion," a cancer surgeon says. "Patients simply deserve better."
Mpox cases still on the rise in Chicago
All of those affected have been symptomatic men – most of whom have already had two doses of the JYNNEOS vaccine.
Chicago doctor shares how to help children with mental health challenges
CBS 2 spoke to the doctor with concerns from one CBS 2 viewer about the challenges her child is facing.
At least a dozen new mpox cases under investigation in Chicago area
All the cases in the Chicago area were among men between the ages of 24 and 46.
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Former teacher turns love for skincare into booming business
A local shea butter skincare brand has recently joined the ranks of legacy brands, making it onto shelves of beauty retailer Ulta.
Illinois lawmakers vote to extend law allowing serving of cocktails to-go
Gov. JB Pritzker approved the popular policy during the COVID-19 pandemic. It was set to expire in June of 2024.
Business continues to rebound at McCormick Place after pandemic
McCormick Place officials said, in the first quarter of 2023, hotel room stays generated from events were up 70% from last year, and attendance to conventions was 77% higher.
Cannabis license holders of color say they need help from state lawmakers
They said without urgent help, they won't make the July deadline to open and could lose their investment.
Licensed cannabis transporters say illegal deliveries are happening without consequence
The legal cannabis transporters say they will be forced out of business if the state does not enforce its own standards.
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Liam Hendriks gets standing ovation in return to mound after bout with cancer
"It was very humbling and a sobering moment for me, because just realizing that the impact my wife and I have had around this city with what we've been able to do" Hendriks said after the game.
Liam Hendriks makes powerful return, but White Sox lose to Angels
Hendriks pitched the eighth in his first big league appearance since he was diagnosed with stage 4 non-Hodgkins lymphoma.
Northwestern lacrosse team wins 8th national title, 1st since 2012
The national champion Northwestern Wildcats lacrosse team received a warm welcome as they returned home Monday, after dominating Boston College 18-6 in the national title game.
Stroman's 1-hitter leads Cubs to 1-0 win over MLB-leading Rays
Stroman (5-4) dazzled in his fourth complete game and second shutout in nine major league seasons.
Notre Dame wins first men's lacrosse national title
Notre Dame held Duke to its lowest-scoring game of the season.
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Sueños Music Festival returns to Grant Park this weekend
The event features 20 of the most popular reggaeton and Latin artists around. The lineup includes Wisin & Yandel, Feid, Grupo Firme, and Nicky Jam
"Rachael Ray Show" ends after 17 seasons
Ray received tributes from several former guests, including former first lady Michelle Obama, Oprah, Kate Hudson, Jessica Alba and 50 Cent.
Tina Turner, "Queen of Rock 'n' Roll," dies at 83
The "What's Love Got To Do With It" singer's death was confirmed to CBS News on Wednesday afternoon.
Rapper Fetty Wap sentenced to 6 years in prison for drug trafficking charges
The rapper was one of six defendants involved in a conspiracy that distributed over 100 kilograms of illicit drugs.
Series finale of "NCIS: Los Angeles" airs Sunday, May 21
The NCIS team continues the case with ATF and the stolen military-grade weapons.
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Parents fighting for increased security at Highland Park High School
Parents in Highland Park are expected to rally Tuesday to fight for more safety measures at Highland Park High School. It comes after a student brought a gun to school last month, forcing a hard lockdown. Parents and activists are calling on the district to install metal detectors and hire extra security at the school.
Father describes being robbed at gunpoint
"The first guy that was sending closer to the truck - he got the guns pulled out to him, and from there, that's when they started pointing a gun at my dad, and the other guy who was up here on those stairs," said Victor Galena Jr., whose father was one of the victims.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Another warm and sunny day
Temperatures will be in the upper 80s with mostly sunny skies. The UV index will be high, near 8. CBS 2 meteorologist Ed Curran recommends wearing sunscreen.
2 firefighters injured responding to apartment building fire in Bucktown
Two firefighters were injured while battling smoke and flames in Bucktown overnight.
French bulldog returned safe after being stolen at gunpoint
The owner of the dog, Peppa, said she was walking last Wednesday evening in Dunham Park, at Giddings Street and Melvina Avenue, when she felt a gun to her back.
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