Gov. JB Pritzker meets with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican
Governor JB Pritzker met with Chicago's Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican.
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Governor JB Pritzker met with Chicago's Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican.
Governor JB Pritzker met with Chicago's Pope Leo XIV, according to an announcement early Wednesday morning.
Governor JB Pritzker met with Chicago's Pope Leo XIV, according to an announcement early Wednesday morning.
Pope Leo XIV is calling for urgent climate action, saying God’s creation "is crying out in floods, droughts, storms and relentless heat." In a video message, the Chicago-born pope urged countries at United Nations climate talks in Brazil to take concrete actions.
With the help of his brothers, friends and teachers, "Leo from Chicago" traces his story from his childhood in south suburban Dolton and missionary work in Peru, all the way to the head of the catholic church.
The "conclave kids" at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Academy in Chicago got a big surprise on Thursday.
The Vatican recognized Palestine a decade ago, and Pope Leo has backed statehood, even if that looks increasingly unlikely.
Bulls play-by-play radio announcer Chuck Swirsky presented the pope with the iconic red jersey that read “Pope Leo 14.”
Chicago-born Pope Leo XIV called for "deep reflection" when reacting to news that federal agents refused to allow faith leaders inside the Broadview ICE facility to give people holy communion.
Pope Leo XIV created seven new saints on Sunday during a ceremony at the Vatican.
The White Sox reposted the moment on social media with the caption, "The Pope continues to prove he's a White Sox fan."
The donor says he was inspired to gift the purebred Arabian horse after he saw a photo of the pope on horseback in Peru.
Here’s what he said after someone yelled out "go cubs" during his appearance at the Vatican on Wednesday.
Pope Leo XIV has encouraged international news agencies to stand firm as a bulwark against the "ancient art of lying" and manipulation.
The students from Chicago's Our Lady of Mount Carmel Academy, who went viral for their mock conclave, met Pope Leo XIV in Vatican City Wednesday.
A group of grade schoolers are over the moon from the field trip of a lifetime. After going viral for their mock conclave, the students of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Academy met Pope Leo XIV Wednesday.
The students from Chicago's Our Lady of Mount Carmel Academy, who went viral for their mock conclave, met Pope Leo XIV in Vatican City Wednesday.
The students at Mount Carmel Academy who conducted a mock conclave before the election of Pope Leo XIV donned their costumes and met the Holy Father in St. Peter's Square Wednesday.
The kids from the school in Chicago’s East Lakeview neighborhood earlier got to see the pontiff speak in St. Peter’s Square.
A group of Chicago grade schoolers is getting a good night's sleep in Rome, ahead of a chance at meeting Pope Leo XIV on Wednesday.
The Mount Carmel Academy students who participated in the mock conclave before the election of Pope Leo XIV spent their first full day in Rome Tuesday, exploring the city and seeing where the pontiff gets his famous hats.
From Pope Leo’s childhood home to his new home at the Vatican. That's where CBS Chicago’s Noel Brennan is headed for a very fun reason.
A group of Chicago grade schoolers who made headlines for their mock conclave in May is about to take the trip of a lifetime to see Pope Leo XIV in Rome.
Pope Leo XIV has for the first time waded into an abortion dispute roiling the U.S. Catholic Church.
Thousands of participants will gather at Soldier Field to raise awareness and support Northwestern Medicine's research for a cure.
The family says the golden retriever was hit by two cars as he scurried off and went missing for three days.
A neighbor who witnessed the suspect being arrested moments after that shootout says he was yelling at officers that he wanted to die.
The dog then attacked one of the officers, who then fired their service weapon, hitting the dog in the body, police said.
Just last week, the Shedd said Osiris was showing signs of improvement after exhibiting symptoms of dehydration and an electrolyte imbalance.
Legionnaires' disease is a severe type of pneumonia, but it is not contagious from person to person.
CNN was set to provide pool coverage on Monday and accompany President Trump on a trip to New York City, but there will not be a network TV pool team traveling with him.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker revealed to "CBS Mornings" that for the last two years he has been using a GLP-1 medication to lose weight.
The three news organizations, which were banned from White House grounds by President Trump, are arguing that the ban is unconstitutional.
President Trump said that he has agreed to convert plans for a massive triumphal arch into a "top grade Military Complex," equipped with snipers and drone storage.
President Trump said Friday that three outlets would be banned from the White House, "effective immediately."
Fuel prices continue to climb across the country, and that has U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin (D-Illinois) pointing the finger at President Trump.
Nicor customers will get a break on their bills this fall after Illinois Attorney General Kwame Roul reached an agreement with the utility to cut $140 million from its requested rate hike.
Drivers in Chicago and beyond were paying the highest gas prices ever recorded for the Labor Day holiday as millions of Americans were making their way home on Monday.
Around 115 million domestic and international tourists visited Illinois last year, pushing visitor spending past $50 billion for the first time and generating more than $88 billion in total economic impact.
Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul filed a lawsuit Thursday against ABC Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electric Inc., alleging deceptive business practices.
Nearly half of Americans with medical debt owe at least $2,000, forcing them to make tough choices, new research shows.
A judge on Tuesday was expected to place two shuttered Chicago-area safety-net hospitals into receivership.
Cardinal Blase Cupich and a group of Catholic nuns have joined a federal lawsuit challenging Illinois' Medical Aid in Dying law, which is set to take effect in just over a week.
Flies have been everywhere this summer in the Chicago area, and some of them bite. But why is this happening?
Prime Healthcare is drawing criticism after announcing it will stop obstetrics services at three Chicago-area hospitals.
The future of Rate Field was back in the spotlight on Wednesday.
Plans for a new Chicago White Sox stadium in the South Loop have residents near the existing ballpark in Bridgeport concerned, not just because the team might be leaving, but also what might be coming nearby.
A new report from the University of Illinois Chicago said federal immigration enforcement led to $1.26 billion in unspent money at retail establishments and restaurants in Cook County.
Around 115 million domestic and international tourists visited Illinois last year, pushing visitor spending past $50 billion for the first time and generating more than $88 billion in total economic impact.
A new Whole Foods Market is coming to Chicago's Old Town neighborhood.
Presley Gerber, the son of Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber, has died at 27, a family spokesperson has confirmed.
Duncan Sheik died on Thursday night, his family said.
Aaron Rowe, Beoga, Lukas Graham and Finneas all released statements Tuesday on Instagram saying they were withdrawing from Ed Sheeran's tour.
Performer Macklemore is being dropped from Ed Sheeran's Loop tour after making on-stage statements that some found controversial.
Dubbed the "Designer to the Stars," Bob Mackie won nine Emmy Awards, a Tony Award and was nominated for three Oscars.
Researchers believe hearing loss may make the brain work harder. At the cost of thinking and memory, it can also lead people to be less socially engaged, making it harder to stay connected to friends and family.
CPD said just before 5 p.m. on Monday, officers were conducting an investigation when they were approached by an unknown dog.
The aquarium announced the passing of Osiris, a 26-year-old female who came from Marineland in Canada in July as part of the recent international rescue effort.
Three incidents have been reported since Thursday of last week, with two happening in the middle of the day and the other during the early morning. One of the robberies happened right near Lincoln Park Zoo.
The golden retriever named Bear was rescued after being found with his collar caught on a branch, neck deep in the rising water.
A neighbor who witnessed the suspect being arrested moments after that shootout says he was yelling at officers that he wanted to die.
Just last week, the Shedd said Osiris was showing signs of improvement after exhibiting symptoms of dehydration and an electrolyte imbalance.
Chicago police were searching Monday morning for the gunmen who robbed multiple women and stole their jewelry in Chicago's Lincoln Park neighborhood.
The family says the golden retriever was hit by two cars as he scurried off and went missing for three days.
Police in Evanston said they are investigating after federal agents allegedly tried to arrest the wrong man this past weekend.
The village of Grayslake is touting a new massive data center, but neighbors say they weren't given an opportunity to make their voices heard before the project was approved.
A Cicero woman is suing Uber and a driver after the driver allegedly sexually assaulted her. She and her boyfriend said Uber hired him despite the driver having a criminal background.
Both hospitals were supposed to be placed in receivership, but after five hours of closed-door negotiations on Tuesday, it is still unclear what the future holds for both hospitals.
Chicago police crime data show 255 reported crimes in the last two years on the two blocks where the former Hard Rock and Rainforest cafés sit vacant. Neighbors have been calling the city about the alley between them for six years.
A three-year effort by the Cook County Sheriff's Office to help bring down crime on the Magnificent Mile in downtown Chicago appears to be working.
Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson says quarterback Caleb Williams "will likely miss some time," but is considered "week to week" after injuring his hamstring in Sunday's 9-3 loss to the Minnesota Vikings.
Sam Antonacci had a two-run double in a three-run fourth inning and the Chicago White Sox kept pace in the AL Central and eliminated the Detroit Tigers from playoff contention with a rain-soaked victory Sunday.
For the fans, the focus right now is on how Williams and the rest of the team perform on the field. Some are already dreaming of a Super Bowl appearance.
Chicago (87-69) reduced its magic number to one and could wrap up a berth if the Diamondbacks lose to the Yankees later Sunday.
Williams departed with a right hamstring injury midway through the fourth quarter.
A man was found shot and killed Monday morning in Chicago's West Pullman neighborhood.
Chicago police were searching Monday morning for the gunmen who robbed multiple women and stole their jewelry in Chicago's Lincoln Park neighborhood.
Burglars smashed an ATM at a gas station minimart in Chicago's West Town community early Monday, but failed to get any money, an employee said.
Thieves crashed a vehicle into a convenience store on Chicago's Near North Side early Monday and stole the ATM.
Vandals smashed out the windows of the Haymarket Pub & Brewery in Chicago's West Loop early Monday.
