Two artists seek to create community with La Esquina center in Pilsen
CBS 2's Marybel González spoke Thursday to the founders about their mission.
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Two artists seek to create community with La Esquina center in Pilsen
CBS 2’s Marybel González spoke Thursday to the founders about their mission.
Pilsen couple transformed home into butterfly sanctuary, want to pay green efforts forward
A Pilsen couple are using their green thumbs for a cause. CBS 2's Marybel Gonzalez reports.
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"Latino populations are, in fact, one of several historically hard to count populations."
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.
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Chicago Police search for man groping women from motorized skaeboard
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Chicago Police promise increased CTA patrols, but riders don't see more officers
CBS 2 asked CPD why riders didn't see more officers Sunday. Police said they will be able to clarify that with an additional press conference Monday.
The drag show goes on at Uprising Bakery after nearly being delayed due to vandalism, zoning issues
A suburban cafe that was vandalized over plans to hold a family friendly drag brunch went on with the show Sunday morning.
Driver of party bus that rammed into a dozen vehicles in Chicago facing charges
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17-year-old girl in critical condition after car crashes into tree in Lakeview
Police have not confirmed what led to the crash.
Stephen Marlow, suspected of 4 murders, captured by police after multi-state manhunt
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Although widespread severe storms are not expected, storms producing gusty winds and torrential downpours will be possible.
Fallen Chicago police officer Ella French honored in special ceremony 1 year after her death
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6 killed, 40 wounded in weekend shootings across Chicago
At least seven people are dead, and 45 others are wounded after weekend shootings across the city so far.
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Driver of party bus that rammed into a dozen vehicles in Chicago facing charges
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$33.5 million verdict ordered against Village of Dolton in deadly 2016 crash involving police
Attorneys say it all started with a driver rolling through a stop sign.
New motion in R. Kelly case claims deceptive practices by former lead prosecutor
With the Chicago federal trial for R. Kelly and two of his associates set to begin in less than two weeks, attorneys for one of the defendants – Derrell McDavid – filed a bizarre motion in court Wednesday.
Englewood building residents go for 12 days without water service
That length of time made for a rough situation for people living in the building, and raised questions about why it took so long.
How did a driver end up going the wrong way on I-90, causing crash that killed six?
The Illinois Secretary of State's office said the women, Jennifer Fernandez of Carpentersville, had a valid driver's license and no offenses on her record.
Getting Hosed: North Lawndale landlord's water bill jumps from $200 to $20,000 for one month
Yasser Almanaseer said he has had no luck in getting it fixed.
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Indiana becomes 1st to approve abortion ban post Roe
The Indiana Legislature on Friday approved the near-total abortion ban with some exceptions, including in cases of rape, incest, and to protect the life and physical health of the mother.
Illinois abortion clinics have been flooded with patients since Roe overturning; new Indiana law could mean even more
More than a month after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, a better idea is emerging of how big the impact has been on Illinois clinics.
Republicans pick Milwaukee to host 2024 national convention
The decision was all-but sealed after opposition in Nashville lead to that city's council on Tuesday rejecting a draft agreement for hosting the event.
Arizona, Missouri, Kansas, Michigan and Washington primary results
Abortion was on the ballot in Kansas, while Trump's influence was put to the test in swing state Arizona.
New men's homeless shelter in Rogers Park has green light, but not everyone likes the idea
"Our community's feelings about this are complex and the concerns are complex," said Ald. Maria Hadden (49th).
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Illinois AG warns of scam using phony websites to target banking customers
The scammers make the websites look real as they trick customers to enter their information to create a bank account.
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The GDP a measure of total spending on goods and services across the economy, fell at an annual rate of 0.9 percent, the Commerce Department said Thursday.
Inflation is at 40-year high, and one expert says cost of living is even worse than numbers say
The Consumer Price Index reports the price of gas skyrocketed nearly 60 percent over the last year – and it's of course far from the only commodity affected.
Flight delays and cancellations are expected to be a disaster this holiday weekend
Buckle up for a weekend of travel chaos – starting Thursday, mass delays and cancellations are expected just to get worse heading into the holiday weekend.
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.
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Chicago launches public health plan for monkeypox
The United States now counts more infections from the virus than any other country in the world. Since May, cases have grown from zero to 6,617.
U.S. declares monkeypox outbreak a public health emergency
The declaration could help the federal government respond as the number of cases grows and demand for the vaccine far exceeds supply around the country.
Are "Novids" special or just lucky at avoiding COVID-19?
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Northalsted Market Days organizers focus on safety amid monkeypox outbreak
Market Days will be held this Saturday and Sunday along Halsted Street from Addison Street south to Belmont Avenue.
Gov. Pritzker declares monkeypox virus outbreak in Illinois a Public Health Emergency
The proclamation takes effect immediately and will remain in place for 30 days.
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Camp Aramoni brings boutique camping experience to site less than two hours away from Chicago
In the town of Tonica – less than two hours away from Chicago and right next to Starved Rock State Park – a hidden treasure sits on 96 acres of preserved land.
New 'first class' theatre at Wheeling Town Center hopes to draw back in-person crowds
Operators of the new theatre hope enhancing the experience will draw back crowds not since since before the pandemic.
Meet Kyriakos 'Carl' Damianides, proudly at the helm of the Sky-Ride Tap downtown for 50 years
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More Illinois Black, Latino business owners receive marijuana retail licenses
The state issued 149 retail licenses on Friday, more than doubling the number of pot shops statewide.
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Dunning blanks old team, García 5 RBIs as Texas routs ChiSox
Dane Dunning allowed one hit in seven dominant innings against his former team for his first win since April, and Adolis García drove in five runs as the Texas Rangers shut out the Chicago White Sox 8-0 on Saturday night.
Smyly finally wins at home as Cubs beat Marlins 4-0
Drew Smyly tossed shutout ball into the seventh inning for his first win at Wrigley Field for the Cubs, leading Chicago past the Miami Marlins 4-0 on Saturday.
Dylan Cease pitches 6 strong innings, White Sox beat Rangers
Dylan Cease pitched six strong innings, Eloy Jimenez hit a tiebreaking solo home run and the Chicago White Sox beat the Texas Rangers on Friday night.
Chicago Fire goalkeeper Gabriel Slonina signs with Chelsea
The young phenom goalkeeper will finish out the season in Chicago before heading over to the English Premier League.
Sky beat Washington Mystics, tie franchise record with 24 regular-season wins
The Sky have a two-game lead over second-place Las Vegas with four games to play.
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Elton John stops to see preview of Broadway In Chicago's 'The Devil Wears Prada'
A preview performance of Broadway in Chicago's new show "The Devil Wears Prada" had a very special guest in attendance this week.
Ambulance transports, arrests at Lollapalooza down this year compared with last
The Office of Emergency Management and Communications said 68 people were transported by ambulance from Lollapalooza this year, compared with 102 last year.
Lightfoot announces 10-year deal extension to host Lollapalooza in Chicago
Lightfoot's office said the deal comes with an "estimated future financial impact of nearly $4 billion for the Chicago economy."
Mary Alice, Emmy and Tony winning actress, dead at 85
She won a Tony Award for her starring role in "Fences" on Broadway, and an Emmy Award for her supporting role in the TV series "I'll Fly Away."
Will Smith addresses Chris Rock slap at Oscars in apology video
Smith said he didn't apologize during his Oscar's acceptance speech because he was "fogged out by that point."
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The drag show goes on at Uprising Bakery after nearly being delayed due to vandalism, zoning issues
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Fallen CPD Officer Ella French honored in special ceremony
On Sunday French's police star was enshrined in a memorial at Chicago Police Headquarters.
Police seek to identify man who pushed another onto the CTA tracks
Do you recognize this man? Chicago Police say he pushed a 26-year-old man onto the CTA tracks. The push can be seen in surveillance video. It happened at the Illinois Medical District Blue Line stop at 7 a.m. Friday. The man pushed was treated and released from the hospital.
Chicago Weather Alert: Scattered downpours, possible flooding
CBS 2 Meteorologist Albert Ramon has the 10 p.m. forecast for Sunday, Aug. 7, 2022.
Chicago Police search for man groping women from motorized skaeboard
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