Pro-Palestinian protesters in Chicago demand end to war in Gaza following Israeli airstrike
The Israeli military acknowledged targeting a school in central Gaza City, saying there was a command center in the building. Hamas denied that.
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The Israeli military acknowledged targeting a school in central Gaza City, saying there was a command center in the building. Hamas denied that.
Protests in Kenya first erupted in June when legislators were debating increasing taxes despite an already high cost of living.
Incumbent President Nicolás Maduro and the government claim he won, but there are concerns the results do not accurately reflect the will of the Venezuelan people.
The Coalition to March on the DNC sued the city for violating its First Amendment right to protest. The city has agreed that protesters should be "within sight and sound" of the United Center, but there's still no agreed-upon route.
Sabrina Franza reports the Coalition to March on the DNC sued the city for violating its First Amendment right to protest. The city agreed that protesters should be "within sight and sound" of the United Center.
The opposition released around 22,000 ballot papers, saying their count shows Edmundo Gonzalez won with 71% of the vote.
While former President Trump was giving a Q&A for the National Association of Black Journalists convention, protesters against the country's handling of the war in Gaza gathered outside. Tara Molina reports.
As former President Donald Trump spoke at a Q&A at the National Association of Black Journalists convention, protesters against the U.S. handling of the war in Gaza gathered outside. Tara Molina reports.
A proposal in Iowa's capital city to cut back on the number of birds people can raise in their backyards has led to a chicken parade in protest.
President Nicolas Maduro has claimed victory for a third term despite polls showing challenger Edmundo Gonzalez ahead by more than 30 points.
A Sangamon County sheriff's deputy shot and killed Sonya Massey inside her home near Springfield three weeks ago.
The protesters tried to occupy the Nairobi airport, but didn't achieve the total shutdown they wanted. Anti-government demonstrations now in their sixth week.
The Illinois Public Interest Research Group and other organizations are seeking to educate the public about where their money is actually going. Megan Hickey reports.
The cities are different, the convention layouts are different, and the number of protesters in Chicago expected to be much larger. But as Political Reporter Chris Tye reports, police and protesters at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee said believe Chicago’s big event will run more smoothly than many fear.
A man was shot and killed by out-of-town police officers in Milwaukee during the Republican National Convention. As Political Reporter Chris Tye reports, a Chicago Police official says nothing similar is likely during the Democratic National Convention in Chicago next month.
The route the city is proposing is still a point of contention.
The demonstrators will now be allowed to protest within sight and sound of the United Center. But as Charlie De Mar reports, protest groups say their fight is not over.
Only two of his original ministers remain in their posts.
A federal judge has ruled that protesters can't march through a security zone at the Republican National Convention, handing a defeat to liberals who wanted closer access to where delegates will be gathering next week in Milwaukee.
While many celebrated Independence Day, others took to the streets to call for an end to the war in Gaza. The U.S. Palestinian Community Network says it has been hard to listen to fireworks as thousands are being killed in Gaza. They protested the U.S.'s role and continued support for Israel.
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Chancellor Mark Mone took pointed criticism from Jewish groups in May after he reached a deal to end a pro-Palestinian campus protest. The dayslong demonstration was part of a nationwide protest on college campuses against Israel's war in Gaza.
The latest hearing on the lawsuit was held on Monday, as the coalition asks the city to grant them a closer route.
Perpetrators of crimes are often seen wearing masks. In New York, there is also concern about people shielding their faces while committing antisemitic acts.
A large protest group said it's progressing in its fight to be within sight and sound of this year's Democratic National Convention.
The City of Highland Park said officers arrived on the scene within minutes and saw around 40 protesters, carrying banners and shouting "pro-Palestinian and antisemitic chants" using loudspeakers and drums, gathered on the sidewalk.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker on Monday will sign legislation aimed at holding artificial intelligence companies accountable.
Europe's soccer governing body and prominent commentators have criticized the decision, which allows Folarin Balogun to play against Belgium.
Another piping plover chick that recently hatched at Chicago's Montrose Beach has died, the Chicago Piping Plovers conservation organization announced.
A 72-year-old man was slashed and killed in a fight in Chicago's West Englewood neighborhood early Sunday.
Navy Pier issued an apology over the weekend after fog drowned its massive July 4th fireworks display.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker on Monday will sign legislation aimed at holding artificial intelligence companies accountable.
President Trump hasn't committed to a firm number of people who will receive clemency — he's scheduled to have a meeting on pardons Friday afternoon, sources said.
Dr. Debra Houry, who resigned in protest from the health agency, said the spread of misinformation impacted lives.
David Hearn is accused of ripping out a piece of sealant on the bottom of the Reflecting Pool on June 19, U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro said.
Illinois House Speaker Emanuel "Chris" Welch is making moves to remove state Rep. Harry Benton (D-Plainfield) from office.
Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul this week warned residents cleaning up from last month's storms to be on the lookout for scams.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker on Thursday signed several new consumer protections into law, including a ban on junk fees.
CBS News Chicago has learned that Illinois home insurance premiums are not only higher than the nation's average, but going up faster too.
As an alternative to legalizing video gambling terminals citywide, Bally's offered to open slot machine lounges at O'Hare and Midway, saying the move would replace the $6.8 million the city budgeted from VGTs.
An Illinois law banning "swipe fees" on taxes and tips — already delayed twice by lawmakers — appears to be on life support after a federal judge that once permitted it issued a permanent injunction against it this week.
In a major turnaround in the opioid crisis, overdose deaths are falling across Chicago and Cook County.
The north Chicago suburb of Glenview became the latest Illinois municipality this week to confirm mosquitoes testing positive for the West Nile virus this year.
Environmental and community groups are suing the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for failing to act on a petition challenging U.S. Steel Gary Works operating permit renewal.
In the four years since Roe v. Wade was overturned and Illinois became a destination for abortion care, Illinois providers and advocates have rebuilt the state's infrastructure to support the tens of thousands of people who travel to the state for abortion services every year.
June is National Aphasia Awareness Month, raising awareness of a disorder that affects a person's ability to speak, write, and understand both spoken and written language.
The Chicago Bears this weekend said they are assessing land at Wolf Lake Terminals in Hammond, Indiana, for a possible new stadium.
As an alternative to legalizing video gambling terminals citywide, Bally's offered to open slot machine lounges at O'Hare and Midway, saying the move would replace the $6.8 million the city budgeted from VGTs.
Daley's Restaurant, known as Chicago's oldest, has served Chicago's Woodlawn neighborhood for more than 130 years.
Walgreens is set to close in Chicago's Chatham neighborhood on Thursday, and there's growing concern about where families will get their medications.
The owners of Gene & Georgetti steakhouse are suing a concessions operator over their expansion at Midway International Airport.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married as they celebrated their wedding with hundreds of guests Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
Renowned singer-songwriter and Chicago-area native John Prine will be honored with a mural at the Old Town School of Folk Music in the Lincoln Square community.
Victor Willis, lead singer of the disco group Village People, whose hit "Y.M.C.A." became a fixture at rallies for President Trump, has died at the age of 74, his wife and the band said.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding plans include a rehearsal dinner and a late-night celebration at Madison Square Garden in New York City, according to sources familiar with the security planning.
Chicago rapper Twista has pleaded guilty to willfully failing to pay income taxes.
FIFA is being criticized over its decision to lift the red card suspension for lead U.S. Men's National Team scorer Folarin Balogun, allowing him to play against Belgium on Monday. Belgium is appealing, but there's no guarantee a ruling will be made in time for Monday's game.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker on Monday will sign legislation aimed at holding artificial intelligence companies accountable.
If you've ever wondered what a true soccer superfan looks like, meet Chicago’s own Kevin Ware. For years, he's been the guy losing his voice while cheering on Team USA, and now, he’s traveling to Seattle to experience the FIFA World Cup in person. Ware joins Dana Kozlov.
The trip comes as President Trump has recently renewed criticism of funding contributions from other members of the military alliance. Bradley Blackburn reports.
Chicago police said Sunday that Malik Wrightsell, 34, of Chicago, faces multiple felony charges in a shooting in which two officers were wounded last week. Darius Johnson reports.
A suspect was set to appear before a judge Monday on charges in a shooting that injured two Chicago police officers during a traffic stop last week.
A Delta Air Lines flight landing in Chicago was hit by a firework as it was coming to land at Midway International Airport on Saturday.
A man was slashed Sunday night in a fight on the Chicago Riverwalk downtown early Sunday.
Chicago police early Sunday were investigating a mass shooting that left multiple teens wounded in Chicago's West Garfield Park neighborhood.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker on Monday will sign legislation aimed at holding artificial intelligence companies accountable.
About 13,000 people were treated in emergency rooms for fireworks-related injuries in 2025, and with America's 250 birthday celebration about to start, doctors worry even more people could get hurt this year.
A new AI-powered tool being used by some police departments claims to turn a shell casing into an investigative lead in under 24 minutes.
University of Illinois - Chicago scientists took their lab work to the streets of the South Side during this week's heat wave, checking on tree cover and tree health in some of Chicago's more vulnerable neighborhoods.
In a major turnaround in the opioid crisis, overdose deaths are falling across Chicago and Cook County.
An Uber driver who was assaulted during a ride said he begged Chicago police officers not once but twice for help, but was left to fend for himself.
Briscoe held off Christopher Bell in NASCAR's return to Chicagoland Speedway, racing to his first Cup Series win of the season.
The finale was delayed by rain and unplayable conditions on the water-logged outfield warning track.
Alex Bregman doubled in a run, pinch-hitter Pedro Ramirez had an RBI and the Cubs posted two unearned runs to win for the 10th time in their last 13 games.
In less than a month, Chicago Sky rookie Gabriela Jaquez went from winning a national title at UCLA to being drafted fifth overall by the Sky.
Balogun's reinstatement came after President Trump called FIFA President Gianni Infantino last week to ask whether the organization was going to review the situation, sources told CBS News.
A 72-year-old man was slashed and killed in a fight in Chicago's West Englewood neighborhood early Sunday.
One of the men charged with attacking a CBS News Chicago crew last week was due back in court Monday in an unrelated case.
A suspect was set to appear before a judge Monday on charges in a shooting that injured two Chicago police officers during a traffic stop last week.
A man was slashed Sunday night in a fight on the Chicago Riverwalk downtown early Sunday.
A man died after being found with gunshot wounds to the chest in Chicago's Englewood community early Monday morning.
