Hurricane Ernesto leaves many without power in Puerto Rico
The storm, which hit Puerto Rico as a category one hurricane, knocked out power to more than 700,000 people—about half of all power customers on the island.
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The storm, which hit Puerto Rico as a category one hurricane, knocked out power to more than 700,000 people—about half of all power customers on the island.
The storm is expected to gain strength as it nears Puerto Rico on Wednesday.
Ernesto regained hurricane strength on Sunday, forecasters said, and will continue to bring "life-threatening surf and rip current conditions" to the U.S. East Coast.
The group traveled to Puerto Rico to network, to learn about the culture, and for some fun in the sun, but it turned into an expensive nightmare.
Days after a global IT outage that impacted millions of travelers last week, some airlines were still recovering on Monday. Some travelers were still trying to get to their final destination, including a group of students from the south suburbs who have been stranded in Puerto Rico since Friday, an extended stay that's costing them thousands of dollars.
Organizers expected more than 3,000 people to take part in the festivities Sunday.
Organizers say they keep the focus on community over-commercialization.
It was a birthday party for 107-year-old Francisca Morales. She was born in Puerto Rico and moved to chicago 50 years ago.
At the Puerto Rican Festival in Humboldt Park, organizers prioritized safety—with a fence around the perimeter and bag checks at the entrance.
The ceremony marks the end of a Taíno exhibit at the museum and a new beginning for Humboldt Park as a state-designated cultural district.
The small ecosystem in Puerto Rico where the study was conducted illustrates the consequences for the climate as a whole.
Hurricane Maria nearly wiped out an endangered parrot in Puerto Rico, highlighting the grave threat climate change-fueled storms pose to endangered species.
"This month has been deadly when it comes to beach drownings in the area of Puerto Rico," the Coast Guard said.
CBS 2's Sara Machi reports, kids will get to enjoy gifts through the cultural event.
Frontier airlines says it accidentally flew the 16-year-old to Puerto Rico when he had a ticket for Cleveland.
Starting at 1 p.m., people in the west suburb will enjoy live music, traditional food, and activities.
The Puerto Rican Festival in Humboldt Park begins with a free community day today and continues through Sunday.
This year, the community is celebrating two milestones: the 45th year of the parade and the 50th year of the Puerto Rican Cultural Center.
"We're a group that has provided and contributed to society, to the building of Chicago," said Puerto Rican Arts Alliance program manager Jorge Felix.
It's a free event that offers live traditional music, photo opportunities, a Christmas tree lighting and ornament making.
It's a free event that offers live traditional music, photo opportunities, a Christmas tree lighting and ornament making.
Chicago chefs are coming together Wednesday night to raise money for the World Central Kitchen's relief efforts.
David Herrera, a man of faith, is praying for Puerto Rico, his home for more than 20 years.
Neighbors in Humboldt Park have lost contact with loved ones on the island after power was knocked out due to the hurricane.
Taylor Swift wrote that Vice President Kamala Harris "is a steady-handed, gifted leader and I believe we can accomplish so much more in this country if we are led by calm and not chaos."
At 33-113, the White Sox are closing in on the post-1900 record for losses — 120 by the 1962 New York Mets in their inaugural season.
Henyard is currently under investigation over her handling of village finances in her role as the mayor of Dolton.
The debate, hosted by ABC News in Philadelphia, was the first — and possibly only — meeting between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump.
The factory's parent company said it gave workers the opportunity to move to other facilities.
Taylor Swift wrote that Vice President Kamala Harris "is a steady-handed, gifted leader and I believe we can accomplish so much more in this country if we are led by calm and not chaos."
Henyard is currently under investigation over her handling of village finances in her role as the mayor of Dolton.
The debate, hosted by ABC News in Philadelphia, was the first — and possibly only — meeting between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump.
It turns out Mayor Brandon Johnson has more executive-level staff than other recent mayors.
Liberal justices who control the Wisconsin Supreme Court voiced concerns Tuesday about the motives of a conservative activist who is seeking guardianship records in an effort to find ineligible voters.
A local expert said contrary to the concerns of the FTC, Jewel and Mariano's operating as one company could reduce prices and likely keep stores open.
A Chicago mom who asked to remain anonymous is one of the towing company's latest victims.
What is still not clear is what will happen to all the headstones that were already ordered, paid for, and never delivered.
Thieves targeted Kias and Hyundais because some models do not have engine immobilizers—technology that has historically been standard in other vehicles.
An alderman wants to get a new home repair grant program to help homeowners who live near where the DNC is being held.
Doctors say it almost seems like positive test results will be the new normal at big events like the Democratic National Convention.
Deadly listeria outbreak linked to recalled Boar's Head deli meat is the largest in the U.S. in more than a decade.
Health officials say two people in eastern Wisconsin and one person in northeastern Illinois have died of West Nile virus.
He's not the youngest or the smallest baby to ever stay, but his length of stay is rare.
The Cook County Department of Public Health rates the current risk level for getting the West Nile virus as high.
The factory's parent company said it gave workers the opportunity to move to other facilities.
One season ticket owner shared his take. His seats for Sunday, with a face value of $250, sold for about $599 each.
A local expert said contrary to the concerns of the FTC, Jewel and Mariano's operating as one company could reduce prices and likely keep stores open.
The FTC is seeking to block the merger, arguing it would eliminate competition between the supermarket chains and would lead to even higher prices for shoppers.
It's hard to know exactly how many local residents stayed home—or even left the area. But the fact that some businesses saw such slow sales is a sign.
A Michigan judge has ordered beleaguered hip-hop mogul Sean "P. Diddy" Combs to pay out a $100 million judgment to a prison inmate who claimed Combs drugged and sexually assaulted him back in 1997.
Emmy and Tony Award-winning actor James Earl Jones' majestic voice became internationally recognized as the villainous Dark Lord in the "Star Wars" franchise.
Catherine, Princess of Wales, says she's finished chemotherapy less than six months after she announced her cancer diagnosis.
Kendrick Lamar will headline his first Super Bowl Halftime Show at the event in New Orleans next year.
The Grammy-winning musician's composition "Mas Que Nada" was one of the songs that helped popularize the Brazilian music genre bossa nova worldwide in the 1960s.
Leading up to the debate a was common refrain from voters was being unfamiliar with where Vice President Kamala Harris stands on key issues like the economy, immigration, and abortion. As Charlie De Mar reports, voters Tuesday night got the opportunity to hear where both candidates are on the issues.
CBS News Chicago Meteorologist David Yeomans has the 6 p.m. forecast for Sept. 10, 2024.
Food banks in Chicago's western suburbs were among those trying to raise awareness and solve the hunger crisis across their communities. An army of volunteers was hard at work. Attention to detail is vital, and the mission couldn't be more noble.
The drawing for the Park Lawn Queen of Hearts jackpot will be Wednesday at 7 p.m. at the sports bar At the Office in Crestwood.
Jo'Maury Champ's family sued the Chicago Public Schools for what happened to the fourth grader after officials let an unauthorized person into the school. Investigator Dave Savini reports.
The debate, hosted by ABC News in Philadelphia, is the first meeting between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump.
Social media shows the employee clad in a neon CTA vest—intervening as a colleague was attacked.
It turns out Mayor Brandon Johnson has more executive-level staff than other recent mayors.
Altogether, nearly 48,000 migrants have resettled in Chicago.
Taylor Swift wrote that Vice President Kamala Harris "is a steady-handed, gifted leader and I believe we can accomplish so much more in this country if we are led by calm and not chaos."
Jo'Maury Champ's family sued the Chicago Public Schools for what happened to the fourth grader after officials let an unauthorized person into the school.
The city on Monday also released long-awaited data on ShotSpotter's effectiveness.
Those in charge of running elections could face public scrutiny and backlash as was seen in 2020.
The ZeroEyes software, which uses AI to detect guns, has been in use at Navy Pier for nearly two years.
The transit agency said it is not releasing the exact locations where the technology is being used "for security reasons," but said Thursday that it targeted stations across its system.
At 33-113, the White Sox are closing in on the post-1900 record for losses — 120 by the 1962 New York Mets in their inaugural season.
NIU's head coach Thomas Hammock's phone has been buzzing nonstop since the Huskie's heroics in South Bend.
It was a franchise-record 13th consecutive home loss and No. 15 in 17 games overall for the lowly White Sox.
Despite the lackluster start for rookie QB Caleb Williams, head coach Matt Eberflus praised him for taking care of the football.
Chicago Bears receiver Rome Odunze was having an MRI on Monday for a knee injury he suffered in his NFL debut on Sunday.
Social media shows the employee clad in a neon CTA vest—intervening as a colleague was attacked.
A Michigan judge has ordered beleaguered hip-hop mogul Sean "P. Diddy" Combs to pay out a $100 million judgment to a prison inmate who claimed Combs drugged and sexually assaulted him back in 1997.
Glenwood police said there no threat to the community and a person of interest was in custody around midday Tuesday.
The city on Monday also released long-awaited data on ShotSpotter's effectiveness.
Police said each time, two men approached at least two people and forced them to the ground.
