Meet Wisteria, PAWS Chicago's Pet of the Week
This 1-year-old stunner has the kind of eyes you’ll never forget—icy blue with a little brown sparkle, like a galaxy made just for her.
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This 1-year-old stunner has the kind of eyes you’ll never forget—icy blue with a little brown sparkle, like a galaxy made just for her.
We'd like to highlight its spring kitty season. The adoption agency have plenty of kittens or older cats looking for their forever homes.
This sweet 12-year-old lady is ready to find her perfect home! Wendy is already housetrained, crate-trained and knows a few basic commands—so she’s all set to move right in!
New Beginnings Sporting Dog Rescue helps animals rescued in Greece find new homes in the Untied States. Sue Harvey and Mary Ethington brought Noe and Josee to CBS News Chicago Thursday.
This energetic, smart, and curious 6-month-old pup is always ready for an adventure!
PAWS Chicago, Chicago Animal Care and Control, and five other animal shelters are teaming up this weekend for "Rescue Together," a marathon adoption event to help dozens of pets find permanent homes.
Gary is a 4-year-old bundle of energy and personality. Whether it’s walks, training, or treats, this spunky, smart guy is always ready for action.
Meet Diego, a 9-year-old wiggle butt who’s bursting with love and energy, despite being a senior dog,
At 14-years-young he still has a lot of love to share. He loves to cuddle and spend time with his people, but he also enjoys time on his own.
PAWS Pet of the Week was adopted on Friday, but take a look at the wonderful pets still available who would love to be part of your family this holiday.
Cascabel is a lovable and energetic 2-year-old girl. She has the most beautiful coat and a pair of eyes to steal your heart. With a bit of husky in her, she is extremely intelligent and takes to training quickly.
Barry is available for adoption and already knows basic commands. PAWS Chicago is also helping pets impacted by hurricanes Helene and Milton. Visit
Rincy loves all kinds of people, including children, and loves to chew on some tough toys.
Animal Rescue Foundation is in the CBS 2 News studios with a very special mamma dog named Apple Pie. The organization recently rescued 17 dogs and five cats from Texas that were about to be euthanized.
The PAWS behavioral, medical, foster, and adoption teams have worked with Jedi for weeks, getting him adoption-ready.
"He is very well trained when it comes to sitting or staying. He listens so well. He's going to do so great in his forever home."
Just like the Caesars of old, he prefers to be the one in command.
Pet rescue organizations around Chicago continue to report a need for forever homes. This week, Amy Johnson from PAWS Chicago highlighted the story of Flute.
If you can't adopt permanently, shelters are looking for foster parents to clear space.
Pilaf had a slight urinary tract infection, and while he was at the PAWS medical center getting better, PAWS behavioralists worked with Pilaf to help him gain not only some weight but also some much-needed confidence.
"She's already learning house breakage, so she's really good with that, likes other dogs and likes kids. Pretty much any home."
CBS 2 shines a spotlight on pet rescue organizations throughout Chicago each Thursday. Carolyn Mossberg and the adorable Stella Marie are from West Suburban Humane Society, looking for that special forever home.
You may or may not drive a Mustang, but Sally is a one-year-old playful bundle of happiness that would probably enjoy riding shotgun.
Whether it's a long walk or playing with toys at home, Sally is eager to spend all her time with you.
"These are tiny guys. We got them weaning off a bottle. They didn't have a mommy. And now they're about ready to be spayed and put up for adoption really soon."
Reports that someone was shot on a train were not immediately confirmed.
In a game twice delayed by rain for a total of 98 minutes, the teams exchanged runs in the 10th.
Monday, April 20, 1981, was artist Joan Miró's 88th birthday. It was also the day that Mayor Jane Byrne pulled a cord to unveil Miró's iconic contribution to the aesthetics of downtown Chicago.
The messages were sent the same day Hegseth shared similar details in a separate Signal chat that inadvertently included The Atlantic's editor-in-chief.
Andrew Vaughn hit a two-run homer, pinch-hitter Edgar Quero added a go-ahead, two-run single and the Chicago White Sox snapped a six-game losing streak with an 8-4 victory over the Boston Red Sox Sunday, ending their worst road start in team history.
The messages were sent the same day Hegseth shared similar details in a separate Signal chat that inadvertently included The Atlantic's editor-in-chief.
A sea of people crowded Daley Plaza, and marched through the Loop, seeking to turn the tide of the Trump administration.
In a brief order, the court directed the Trump administration not to remove Venezuelans held in Texas' Bluebonnet Detention Center "until further order from this court."
Alexander-Basta said the combination of her immigrant experience and background in the hospitality industry make her more effective and compassionate.
Village Trustee Jason House defeated Henyard in the February primary, won the general election on April 1, and will be sworn in as the new mayor on May 5.
The iconic Chicago chain known for its hot dogs and Italian beef sandwiches launched its brand new breakfast offerings in five restaurants Tuesday morning.
The application website is expected to open this summer.
Johnsonville, LCC is recalling over 22,600 pounds of cheddar bratwurst in 10 states, including Minnesota and Wisconsin.
The law firms Romanucci and Blandin, representing the families of Antoine Lewis, 39, of Chicago, and Mark Lindquist Law, representing Darcy Belanger, 46, of Denver, Colorado, announced the settlement was reached on Sunday night.
A Mega Millions lottery ticket that contained all the winning numbers — bought along the western edge of the Chicago metro area, in DeKalb County — has made someone in Illinois $344 million richer this week.
Some states want to block SNAP recipients from using benefits to buy sugary foods as part of the "make America healthy again" movement.
The CDC is now struggling to keep up with requests for support from states with measles outbreaks.
CDC experts were not made available to discuss the findings showing a rise in autism prevalence.
Doctors and the Illinois Department of Public Health are urging people to get vaccinated.
Multiple FDA labs were cut amid Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s layoffs this week.
The owner of Timeless Toys said he was forced to buy $200,000 worth of toys due to the trade war between the world's two largest economies.
Tinaglia said he supports a new Bears stadium in Arlington Heights, but the franchise and the village need to come to an agreement on common goals.
The Supreme Court appears to be leaning toward a Catholic charitable organization pushing back against the state of Wisconsin in the latest religious rights case to come before the court.
Notably in St. Louis, hometown company Anheuser-Busch ended a 30-year partnership. Bud Light is also a top sponsor of Chicago pride events — and there may be a change there too.
Singleton will be the first to tell you her success is not a solo act.
"Grey's Anatomy" and "Euphoria" star Eric Dane said he is still able to work and will return to the HBO drama.
Jay North, who starred on TV's "Dennis the Menace" for four seasons starting in 1959, has died.
Nintendo has announced a June 5 launch date for its latest gaming console, the Switch 2.
A unique talent, Val Kilmer was praised as an acting chameleon who took on varied and challenging roles, and the results were often memorable.
Lollapalooza announced the daily lineup for the 2025 festival in Grant Park July 31 through Aug. 3. Tickets are going fast.
The attacks reportedly targeted the capital city of Sanaa and an island off the coast where rebels operate.
Reports that someone was shot on a train were not immediately confirmed.
Mayor Jane Byrne unveiled Spanish Catalan artist Joan Miró's Chicago sculpture next to what is now known as the George W. Dunne Cook County Administration Building on April 20, 1981. Bob Wallace reports for Channel 2 News.
Meteorologist David Yeomans has your 5:30 p.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Sunday, April 20, 2025.
Attorneys for the Trump administration are urging the U.S. Supreme Court to allow the deportations of Venezuelan men they claim are criminal gang members to continue. Cristian Benavides reports.
After 0.25" to 0.50" of rain in most areas, rain clears the area at sunrise Monday with gusty winds and cloudy skies.
Officers arrived at that area and found the victim on the ground with several gunshot wounds.
Reports that someone was shot on a train were not immediately confirmed.
In a game twice delayed by rain for a total of 98 minutes, the teams exchanged runs in the 10th.
Monday, April 20, 1981, was artist Joan Miró's 88th birthday. It was also the day that Mayor Jane Byrne pulled a cord to unveil Miró's iconic contribution to the aesthetics of downtown Chicago.
With the deadline to obtain a Real ID just weeks away, the Better Business Bureau is warning about a surge in scams designed to steal your identity.
The Mendez family is suing the City of Chicago and the Chicago Police Department, accusing officers of violating their civil rights and traumatizing them and their children during the raid.
A license plate connected to a New York grandmother is linked to speeding and running red lights in Chicago. But that license plate was destroyed years ago.
The bigger picture remains how city leaders want to tackle such teen takeovers as the weather warms up heading into summer.
Robin McElroy paid her property tax bills on time for more than a decade, only to be told her home had been "sold for delinquent taxes."
In a game twice delayed by rain for a total of 98 minutes, the teams exchanged runs in the 10th.
Andrew Vaughn hit a two-run homer, pinch-hitter Edgar Quero added a go-ahead, two-run single and the Chicago White Sox snapped a six-game losing streak with an 8-4 victory over the Boston Red Sox Sunday, ending their worst road start in team history.
Triston Casas hit a bases-loaded single off the Green Monster to drive in the winning run with one out in the 10th inning on Saturday, lifting the Boston Red Sox to a 4-3 victory over the Chicago White Sox.
A day after a wild 13-11 win, Kyle Tucker tripled and drove in two runs along with Suzuki and Busch, Dansby Swanson added two hits for the NL Central leader, including a double.
Trevor Story went 3 for 4 with two homers and six RBIs and the Boston Red Sox beat the Chicago White Sox 10-3 on Friday night.
Reports that someone was shot on a train were not immediately confirmed.
The teens also punched a 25-year-old man in the face with closed fists, police said.
Officers arrived at that area and found the victim on the ground with several gunshot wounds.
The hearing could take two to three days, with more than 50 victim impact statements expected.
Statistics from Chicago Police show shootings are down, and research from Northwestern University indicates that violence interrupters are partially to credit.
