University of Chicago professor weighs in on the effects of student loan forgiveness
"It's going to be paid for in the future through one of two things, either tax increases or less government spending on things we care about."
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Darren Bailey pledges Republican party unity at the Illinois State Fair
The state senator is campaigning to unseat incumbent Gov. JB Pritzker in November.
'We're ready' - Leaders make case for Chicago to host 2024 Democratic National Convention
Chicago has hosted the Democratic National Convention 11 times, most recently in 1996.
Pritzker, Bailey discuss businesses, Trump's involvement, comments made about Chicago
Darren Bailey faces incumbent JB Pritzker in November.
What we learned from the first public hearing
The House select committee investigating the Jan. 6, 2021, assault on the U.S. Capitol revealed new insight into what happened that day during its prime-time hearing Thursday night. Here are six things we learned from the first in a series of scheduled public hearings.
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Coach house catches fire in Lawndale
Crews worked to put out the flames before the roof collapsed.
Man shot while driving near 31st Street and Indiana Avenue
At least three bullet holes were found in the driver's side of the victim's vehicle.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Lake effect rain, cooler temperatures
Lake effect rain starts the day with temperatures in the upper 50s.
Live Updates: Hurricane Ian strengthens to Category 4 on course for Florida
The storm has already battered Cuba with high winds and life-threatening storm surge, knocking out power to the island.
Tylenol murders 40 years later: who have investigators identified as suspects or persons of interest?
Authorities examined thousands of leads in connection with the poisonings, but never made an arrest. However, a few people investigators considered key suspects or persons of interest were identified publicly.
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Police questioning person of interest in attempted kidnapping in West Loop
Neighbors who live in the building above where this happened were woken up by the screams of a woman who was trying to get away from her alleged attempted kidnappers.
Waukegan man charged with entering CPD Homan Square facility, grabbing guns during SWAT training
Donald Patrick, 47, was charged with five counts of aggravated assault to a peace officer and three counts of burglary.
CTA places real-time security monitors in all 'L' stations -- what impact could it have?
Experts who study crime trends said it is less about whether these cameras actually solve crimes, and more about whether or not they make riders feel safer.
Live Updates: Hurricane Ian forecast to hit Florida as Category 3 storm
The storm is expected to make landfall in Venice, south of Tampa, on Wednesday evening, officials said.
2-year-old boy shoots himself in the head in Joliet
The boy was taken to Amita St. Joseph Medical Center in critical condition and later transferred to Lurie Children's Hospital.
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PainKiller: Unraveling the dark mystery of the Tylenol Murders 40 years later
The case begins when a 12-year-old Elk Grove Village girl who wakes up with a cold. The pattern of horror only grew worse from there.
Three members of the Janus family died in the 1982 Tylenol poisoning murders, and the pain remains in their DNA
"It's hard for me to live," said Joe Janus, who lost two brothers and a sister-in-law. "But I still got my daughter, my son, my grandchildren. I've got to live for them."
CTA places real-time security monitors in all 'L' stations -- what impact could it have?
Experts who study crime trends said it is less about whether these cameras actually solve crimes, and more about whether or not they make riders feel safer.
State grants have been held up for businesses decimated by looting in 2020
Two years after the launch of the program, CBS 2 Political Investigator Dana Kozlov found out only a small fraction of those millions have been given out.
In wake of Oak Forest murder-suicide, domestic violence prevention advocates spread awareness
CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey has been digging into the red flags in the case.
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Some say Illinois Workers' Rights Amendment would empower workers, others say it would cost state
Giving Illinois workers the constitutional right to unionize is now Amendment No. 1 on the November ballot.
State grants have been held up for businesses decimated by looting in 2020
Two years after the launch of the program, CBS 2 Political Investigator Dana Kozlov found out only a small fraction of those millions have been given out.
Pediatrician who survived Highland Park parade massacre going to Washington to call for assault weapons ban
They are survivors from 12 mass shootings — hundreds of people on Thursday will gather in Washington, D.C. to push law makers to federally ban assault weapons.
Judge halts enforcement of Indiana's new ban on abortions
The injunction was sought by abortion clinic operators who argued in a lawsuit that the state constitution protects access to the medical procedure.
New York AG lawsuit claims former President Trump used Chicago Trump Tower in business fraud scheme
Attorney General Letitia James sued Mr. Trump on Wednesday for years of alleged financial fraud and inflating his net worth by billions to "enrich himself and cheat the system."
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Berwyn woman unwittingly rents apartment out on Vrbo to scammer who dupes apartment seekers
"The fact that this happened in my home makes me feel completely terrible," said Dominika Opaczynska.
Uber expands Comfort Electric option to Chicago, 14 more cities
Uber users in Chicago now have the option to request a ride in a premium electric vehicle; like a Tesla, Polestar, or Ford Mustang Mach-E.
Freight train worker strike could cause supply chain crisis as well as halt commuter trains
The trains that might stop running carry everything from the food on your dinner table to this year's Halloween costume.
State of Illinois to set aside $300 million to help those struggling to pay energy bills
Help is on the way for Illinois families struggling to pay their electric bill – to the tune of $300 million.
Mail thieves strike in Norridge and Harwood Heights, leaving at least 40 victims
New video released Tuesday shows a thief swiping letters from a blue mailbox in the northwest suburbs.
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City preparations underway for return of Riot Fest to Douglass Park
The city's Public Health Dept. is also warning festival-goers to test their drugs for fentanyl before using.
IDPH: Therapeutic COVID-19 treatments have kept 8,600 people out of hospital in Illinois in past four months
Illinois health officials say new data show COVID-19 treatments are working.
Still need your COVID-19 vaccine? Chicago will pay you to get the jab
The reason behind the booster push: only 38% of people in Chicago are fully vaccinated and boosted.
Legionnaires' disease cluster linked to cooling tower at church in Burbank
The church is fully cooperating with efforts to remediate the cooling tower, and is also notifying congregants.
Skin of Steel raises funds for melanoma research, in hopes of finding a cure
"If you're looking forward and looking for new cures - not just for melanoma, but all cancers - this work is crucial," said Dr. Jeffrey Wayne of Northwestern Medicine.
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Southwest, United flight attendants picket in Chicago; expert says they have a lot of leverage
It has been a brutal pandemic for the airline industry and this summer — wasn't much better — with massive cancelations and weather issues.
Advocates call for more equity in Illinois recreational cannabis industry
The activists said the state needs to cut red tape and lower barriers to entry.
Pilsen couple serves up success at Malinche Coffee & Tea House, with guidance from local non-profit
"You just gotta follow the passion and you gotta be tough," café owner Hector Aguille said.
Get a taste of Latin American culture during Latin Restaurant Week in Chicago
"We have over 35 participating restaurants, and what they've done for you guys is create a delectable, delicious special to entice you guys to go visit them," said Karinn Andréa Chavarria, co-founder of Latin Restaurant Week.
City, state leaders hope planned innovation center, Accenture Tower will bring workers back
Chicago city and Illinois state leaders are hoping their announcement of two new building projects will lure Chicago workers back downtown in person.
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Bears icon Dick Butkus has some fun with the team's official Twitter account
Butkus, now 79, played for the Bears from 1965 until 1973.
Lance Lynn gives up 4 runs, 10 hits as White Sox lose to Twins
The Sox struck out 14 times in the game.
Stroman, Gomes power Cubs past struggling Phillies
The Cubs (68-86) won for the sixth time in seven games.
New faces at Chicago Bulls' first practice of training camp bring the intensity
Point guard Lonzo Ball shared an update about his continuing knee problems ahead of having a second surgery this year.
Chicago Blackhawks get first look at young talent in preseason play
Head coach Luke Richardson talked about finding balance with forming new lineups of young and experienced players.
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How did a Plainfield family get a Max from 'Stranger Things' Halloween decoration to float?
We've watched it over and over again on TikTok like millions of people online, and yet, we can't figure out how any of it is possible.
'Reeling: The Chicago LGBTQ+ Film Festival' begins 40th annual event
The fest continues through Oct. 8.
As Riot Fest begins, new proposal would make it harder for such events to use public space
Riot Fest has been in Douglass Park in the North Lawndale neighborhood for six years.
Chicago jazz legend Ramsey Lewis dies at age 87
Lewis grew up in the Cabrini Green housing project. He started taking piano lessons at a young age and played piano at church, where his father was choir director.
CBS 2 Vault: The Ramsey Lewis Trio reunites for 1982 concert series after 14 years
CBS 2's Harry Porterfield talked with the jazz legends for the old CBS 2 Sunday evening news magazine show "Two on Two."
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Coach house catches fire in Lawndale
Crews worked to put out the flames before the entire roof collapsed.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Lake effect rain, cooler temperatures
CBS 2 meteorologist Laura Bannon has the forecast.
Man shot and killed while driving near 31st Street and Indiana Avenue
Police said the 30-year-old victim was driving near 31st Street and Indiana Avenue around 10:15 p.m. when someone fired shots from a white sedan.
Dick Butkus takes over Bears Twitter account
Butkus posted a couple of videos, one showing a picture of himself next to his retired jersey number 51, and another in which he talked about his favorite game in which he ever played.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Frost advisory for parts of area
CBS 2 Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon has your 10 p.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Tuesday, Sept. 27, 2022.
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