'COVID didn't make it any easier': Latinos undercounted in the census with Illinois losing millions
"Latino populations are, in fact, one of several historically hard to count populations."
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2 dead, 20 wounded in weekend shootings across Chicago; 3 victims above the age of 75
At least two people were killed and 20 others were wounded in weekend shootings across Chicago so far this weekend.
3 men wounded, 1 critically in shootout in Pilsen
Three men were wounded after an exchange of gunfire in the Pilsen neighborhood Friday night, according to police.
Car Crashes Into Building After Running Red Light, Hitting Another Car In Pilsen
A car crashed into a building after running a stoplight and hitting another car in the Pilsen neighborhood Monday morning.
Pilsen Business Windows Decked Out For Second Annual Christmas Window Walk
On Small Business Saturday, the windows were all decked out for the holidays in Chicago's Pilsen neighborhood.
Chicago Police Alert Businesses Of Recent Burglaries In Pilsen
Police are warning businesses of recent burglaries in the Pilsen neighborhood.
Chicago Community Organizations Team Up For Annual Turkey Drive In Pilsen: A Look Inside The Preps
Thanksgiving is one week away, and without the generosity of others, many families would not have a traditional dinner with the fixins.
Colorful Celebration Of Life Held In Pilsen For Día De Muertos, Or Day Of The Dead
People in Pilsen celebrated life Sunday with a ceremony for Día de Muertos, or Day of the Dead.
'So Happy': Pilsen Business Owner Credits Back To Business Grant Program To Stay Afloat During Pandemic
Isabel Hernandez Of Pilsen Builds Ofrenda Three Times Her Size For 250 Families Ahead Of Día De Muertos
Dia de Muertos is one of Mexico's biggest holidays, where people honor lost loved ones. It traditionally involves an altar, but one woman in Pilsen is taking the celebration to the next level.
Pilsen Artists Seeking To Preserve Neighborhood History By Restoring Street Murals
Take a stroll around Pilsen and one thing that stands out: vibrant murals on the walls of many buildings. For neighbors, they're more than just paint. They tell the story of the streets.
Extra-Alarm Fire Rages In Historic Pilsen Building
An extra-alarm fire broke out late Monday in a historic building in Pilsen.
Pilsen Nonprofit Tackles Food Insecurity: 'Who Better To Understand Our Challenges Than Ourselves?'
"What we're trying to do is teach the preventative aspects of that, that's where healthy food comes into play."
Construction Begins On Affordable Housing In Chicago's Pilsen Neighborhood
It's meant to help people being pushed out of the neighborhood by increasing rents and higher property values because of gentrification.
National Museum Of Mexican Art Opens Ray Castro Plaza, Parking Lot
The plaza honors the late Ray Castro, a social worker and Korean War veteran who grew up in the south Chicago neighborhood.
Woman, Teenage Boy Shot And Wounded Near Juarez High School In Pilsen
A woman and a teenage boy were shot Thursday afternoon near Benito Juarez Community Academy in Pilsen.
Murals On Pilsen Viaducts Drawing Some Unwanted Visitors In Pigeons, Who Are Making A Disgusting Mess
The public art was installed only eight months ago. Nancy Plax spent two years fundraising for the project.
COVID-19 Vaccine Ambassadors Take To Streets, Address People's Concerns
With more businesses opening up, there is a renewed push to get more people vaccinated for COVID-19.
14-Year-Old Girl Shot While Riding In Car In Pilsen
A 14-year-old girl was shot in Pilsen early Wednesday morning.
High School Basketball Stars TaKiya Howard, Ty Johnson Injured In West Englewood Shooting
DePaul College Prep High School student, and Loyola basketball prospect, Ty Johnson was among two people injured in a shooting in Pilsen overnight.
City Council Approves Extra Demolition Fees For Homes In Pilsen And Along Bloomingdale Trail
"This is an extremely reasonable policy to protect naturally-occurring affordable housing in our Chicago neighborhoods that are seeing record-high displacement in this moment," said Ald. Carlos Ramirez-Rosa (35th).
Developers Could Soon Have To Pay Thousands More To Tear Down Residential Buildings In Pilsen, Near Bloomingdale Trail
Revenue from the additional fees would go to the city's Affordable Housing Opportunity Fund, which collects various fees from developers to help subsidize affordable housing initiatives in lower-income neighborhoods.
GPS In ATM Leads To 5 Arrests In String Of Burglaries; Police Probe Whether They're Connected To More Incidents
Chicago Police detectives late Thursday were looking into whether a rash of burglaries in the South Loop and elsewhere a day earlier are connected to a series of ATM thefts, burglaries, or carjackings across the city over the last several weeks.
Pandemic Layoff Proves To Be Blessing In Disguise For Pilsen Pet Fashion Designer
Morning Insider Lauren Victory introduces us to a dog lover who found success when COVID-19 made things "ruff."
Fire Sweeps Through Top-Floor Apartment In Pilsen
A fire sent huge flames blowing out of the windows of an apartment in Pilsen Monday evening.
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Police investigating 6-year-old pushed from 3-story window in North Lawndale
According to police, the boy was allegedly pushed by a family member.
Nearly 1.6 million travelers expected at Chicago airports for busiest travel weekend since pandemic
July 4th weekend is expected to be the busiest travel weekend since the start of the pandemic.
Attempted robbery leads to shootout in Garfield Park
The victim is a concealed carry holder and pulled out his gun.
Supreme Court limits EPA's authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions
The case stems from the EPA's Clean Power Plan, finalized in 2015, which implemented an Obama directive to address climate change by regulating power plant emissions.
Biden says he'd support eliminating filibuster to codify Roe
The president blasted the Supreme Court's decision as "outrageous" and "destabilizing."
Fourth child dies after Sunday's basement fire in Humboldt Park
Three other boys, ages 5, 6, and 11, had also died following the fire.
O'Hare, Midway airports anticipate busy 4th of July travel; first time since start of pandemic
O'Hare and Midway airports are preparing for a busy 4th of July travel this weekend.
Munster police officer injured in crash with off-duty cop, while trying to stop speeder
Indiana State Police said the crash happened shortly before 9 p.m. at the intersection of Ridge Road and Beech Avenue.
Man, woman charged in robberies at CTA Red Line Belmont Avenue station
The offenders robbed and battered two men at the CTA Red Line Belmont Avenue station.
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Police investigating 6-year-old pushed from 3-story window in North Lawndale
According to police, the boy was allegedly pushed by a family member.
Nearly 1.6 million travelers expected at Chicago airports for busiest travel weekend since pandemic
July 4th weekend is expected to be the busiest travel weekend since the start of the pandemic.
Attempted robbery leads to shootout in Garfield Park
The victim is a concealed carry holder and pulled out his gun.
Supreme Court limits EPA's authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions
The case stems from the EPA's Clean Power Plan, finalized in 2015, which implemented an Obama directive to address climate change by regulating power plant emissions.
Biden says he'd support eliminating filibuster to codify Roe
The president blasted the Supreme Court's decision as "outrageous" and "destabilizing."
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Five years after her brother's murder, one Chicago woman learns justice will never come
Chicago Police have low arrest rates, but higher rates for cleared or closed cases. We dig into what's behind those numbers.
Dixmoor Treasurer Anthony McCaskill arrested after fireworks complaint in Harvey
A fireworks show in south suburban Harvey didn't go as planned – it ended with the Dixmoor village treasurer getting thrown in jail.
Woman without one document for foreign citizenship application, broken forklift blamed
Cutting through bureaucratic red tape can be frustrating – but red tape is not the reason for one west suburban woman's frustration.
Bid to raise threshold for speed camera tickets stalls; Lightfoot allies delay final vote
Ald. Anthony Beale has been trying for more than a year to raise the threshold for speed camera tickets from 6 mph over the limit back to the original to 10 mph.
Aldermen defy Lightfoot, advance plan to raise threshold for speed camera tickets back to 10 mph
"We've been trying to right the wrong on this corrupt red light camera/speed light camera system," said Ald. Anthony Beale (9th).
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Supreme Court says Biden can end "Remain in Mexico" rule for asylum-seekers
In a 5-4 opinion written by Chief Justice John Roberts, the high court rejected arguments by Republican-led states seeking to force officials to keep the policy.
Supreme Court limits EPA's authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions
The ruling delivers a significant blow to the Biden administration's efforts to fight climate change.
Biden says he'd support eliminating filibuster to codify Roe
The president blasted the Supreme Court's decision as "outrageous" and "destabilizing."
Residents vote to recall Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard, but legal action is keeping her in office now
"What you have here is absolutely a legal rollercoaster," said CBS 2 Legal Analyst Irv Miller.
Pritzker, Bailey discuss businesses, Trump's involvement, comments made about Chicago
Darren Bailey faces incumbent JB Pritzker in November.
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After losing rental income, Chicago man gets stuck with long wait from state assistance program
Rental income was part of a Chicago man's retirement plan, but that hit a snag when his renters lost their jobs during the pandemic.
Kroger, Walgreens recall pain medications over faulty child-proofing
There's nothing wrong with the medication, but the bottles don't meet standards for child resistance.
Woman loses $17,000 in gift card scam perpetrated by Microsoft security impostor
Woodfield Mall in Schaumburg was the site of a post-Christmas shopping spree that Cynthia DeSimone still regrets months later – and it wasn't her idea at all.
Getting Hosed: D.C. has an app to warn customers of high water usage; could Chicago use the same?
What if there were a way to get warnings about high water usage before the bill arrived in the mail?
Getting Hosed: Chicago landlord receives water bill for $10,000, with no warning
How does a City of Chicago water bill for $70 turn into a $10,000 tab from one bill to the next?
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Planned Parenthood of Illinois prepares for huge spike in demand for abortion services
Every state that borders Illinois has or could soon have restrictions on abortion in the wake of the striking down of Roe v. Wade.
Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade
The Supreme Court Friday overturned the landmark 1973 Roe v. Wade ruling, which guaranteed a woman's right to abortion. The ruling sends the issue back to the states. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford reports.
Wisconsin doctors halt abortions after Roe v. Wade overturned
Wisconsin has an 1849 law that bans abortion, except to save the life of the mother, but whether that law is enforceable is expected to be challenged in court.
COVID-19 vaccines to be available for younger children soon, but many parents still hesitant
A Kaiser poll taken earlier this spring found fewer than one in five parents would get their children under 5 vaccinated right away.
CDC and FDA clear the way for COVID vaccines for kids under 5
Panels of outside vaccine advisers to the CDC and FDA both voted unanimously this week to back the shots from Moderna as well as Pfizer and BioNTech.
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Billionaire Ken Griffin moving Chicago-based hedge fund Citadel to Miami
In a note to employees at Citadel, Griffin announced he already has moved his family to Miami, and will soon be bringing the company with him, though some Citadel employees will remain in Chicago.
Chicago company using fungi from Yellowstone to grow vegan protein products
The edible fungi was discovered as part of a NASA-funded research mission about life in extreme environments.
Black-owned and operated craft coffee shop works to expand, and to inspire entrepreneurs
The coffee shop wants to support Black, Latinx, and women entrepreneurs get their own start.
Kellogg to split into three companies, with snack division headquarters in Chicago
The snack company – which accounts for 80% of Kellogg's current sales – will have dual campuses in Battle Creek and Chicago, with its headquarters in Chicago.
Chicago-based Mondelez buys Clif Bar & Co. for $3 billion
The company will get the Clif, LUNA and Clif Kids brands of bars.
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Ohtani Ks 11, extends scoreless streak in 4-1 win over White Sox
Michael Kopech (2-5) yielded five hits and two walks over 5 1/3 innings for the White Sox, who have lost six of eight.
Contreras homers, Morel also goes deep as Cubs beat Reds
Willson Contreras homered, Christopher Morel also went deep and nailed a runner at the plate with a terrific throw from center field, and the Chicago Cubs beat the Cincinnati Reds on Wednesday night.
Navarro scores, Slonina earns shutout as Fire beat Philadelphia Union
Federico Navarro scored in the 68th minute and the Chicago Fire beat the Philadelphia Union on Wednesday night.
Blackhawks introduce Luke Richardson as 40th head coach
The Blackhawks have found a new leader on the ice, and they hope he will lead them to their next Stanley Cup.
Parker's 25 points, 11 rebounds lead Sky past Connecticut Sun
Candace Parker had a season-high 25 points, 11 rebounds and seven assists, Kahleah Copper scored 15 points and Chicago beat the Connecticut Sun on Wednesday for the Sky's fourth straight victory.
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Chicago July 4 Fireworks 2022: Where and when to watch shows around the area
Celebrate the Fourth of July with these fireworks shows around the Chicagoland area.
Rhapsody Theater celebrates grand opening in historic Rogers Park space
The official debut of the 200-seat space Tuesday evening featured magician Carisa Hendrix – better known by her stage name, Miss Lucy Darling.
Volunteer men's chorus The Jolly Boys celebrate 75 years performing
For the last three quarters of a century, the Jolly Boys have shared their song throughout Chicagoland.
Chicago's Jennifer Hudson is now part of exclusive EGOT club with Tony win for 'A Strange Loop'
Hudson produced the new musical "A Strange Loop" which won for Best Musical Sunday night.
Jury awards millions to Johnny Depp, less to Amber Heard in libel suits
The judge said state law caps punitive damages at $350,000, meaning Depp's award would total $10.35 million.
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Chicago airports expect more July 4 travelers this year
A total of 1.6 million passengers are expected to pass through both airports.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Warm temperatures expected to cool off before weekend
CBS 2 Meteorologist Robb Ellis has the latest forecast.
Leave the fireworks to the professionals this Fourth of July holiday
Fire safety leaders are encouraging residents to skip handling fireworks this Fourth of July and enjoy a show from professionals. Officials spoke Thursday and demonstrated the potential dangers of fireworks before the holiday weekend.
'My Painted Lyre' artwork on display in Chicago's Greektown
On Thursday, there's little more fun and a little more life is coming to Greektown, thanks to a new outdoor exhibit. It's called "My Painted Lyre" and will celebrate music in the neighborhood.
Illinois suspending grocery tax, delaying gas tax hike
Some financial relief is on the way for Illinois residents, at least when it comes to taxes. Starting Friday, the state is suspending the 1% tax on groceries, and other temporary tax relief measures also are going into effect.
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