Threat of foodborne pathogens is growing with climate change, experts warn
Some pathogens that contaminate food are even showing up in the U.S. for the first time thanks to climate change.
Some pathogens that contaminate food are even showing up in the U.S. for the first time thanks to climate change.
More than 100 people had to be hospitalized. Federal and state agencies are investigating the outbreak and believe two Florida growers are likely the source of most of these illnesses.
Florida cucumber grower used untreated canal water found to be tainted with salmonella bacteria, laboratory tests found.
Health officials are warning consumers not to consume Infinite Herbs basil sold at some Trader Joe's and Dierberg's stores after 12 people were sickened.
Quaker Oats expands prior recall to include more granola bars, cereals and a snack mix possibly tainted with bacteria.
The Quaker Oats Company is recalling dozens of granola bars and other products across the U.S. because they could contain salmonella.
Three of the victims have hired a food-borne illness attorney based in Seattle.
Carnicerias Guanajuato shut down its taqueria earlier this month. Since then, 30 people have reported getting salmonella, and 10 of them have been hospitalized.
Inside, the Chicago Department of Public Health found raw beef and eggs stored above ready-to-eat lettuce and other food safety issues.
The taqueria has been closed since Sept. 8, and CDPH said the owners are cooperating with an investigation into the specific source of the infections.
The taqueria has been closed since Sept. 8, and CDPH said the owners are cooperating with an investigation into the specific source of the infections.
Anyone who has eaten any prepared food from Carnicerias Guanajuato's taqueria or the prepared food section of the grocery store since Aug. 29 might have been exposed to salmonella.
More than two dozen cases of salmonella across 11 states have been linked to small turtles. Tennessee has been hit the hardest.
Before you toss a few hot dogs or burgers on the grill, check the pantry to see what kind of buns you have.Before you toss a few hot dogs or burgers on the grill, check the pantry to see what kind of buns you have.
If you bought the products between June 20 and July 21, throw them away.
Five people have gotten sick in the Chicago area.
Make sure you are cooking breaded and stuffed chicken products thoroughly – that is the message after an outbreak of salmonella.
The spinach being recalled has a use-by-date of Aug. 5 and was distributed in 10 states: Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Tennessee, Virginia and Wisconsin.
The Kane County Health Department says salmonella can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in people with weakened immune systems, young children or elderly people. Others may experience diarrhea, nausea and abdominal pain.
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said a salmonella outbreak in 27 states has been linked to contact with pig ear dog treats.
Illinois was among the 16 states where Caito Foods pre-cut melon products have been recalled.
Several customers of a Southwest Side grocery store say the food they got there landed them in the hospital with salmonella.
The products being recalled have establishment number "EST. P-7345" in the USDA mark of inspection. The products were shipped to retail locations nationally.
The recall includes plain ground turkey and turkey with taco or Italian seasonings.
It happened on Nov. 26 between 2 and 4:45 p.m. in the 3600 block of North Winthrop Avenue.
Police did not specify what the relationship was believed to be between the shooting and the crash.
Surveillance photos captured the suspect, who they said entered a yard in the 1800 block of West Balmoral Avenue on Nov. 29 around 2:30 a.m.
The fire was under control in under an hour, and the scene was cleared just after 7 a.m.
Chicago police said the woman was inside her residence when an unknown male entered and opened fire–hitting her about the body.
This comes just days after a Democratic Party Caucus for Thornton Township resulted in Henyard being left out on the ballot for reelection in April.
The opponents take issue with Henyard fighting to stay on one ballot for Thornton Township supervisor, while supporting them getting thrown off another for Dolton municipal races.
The mayor and the City Council have until Dec. 31 to get a budget passed.
Jackson's letter urges the president to "weigh the balance of his life and the power of forgiveness" in considering Jesse Jackson Jr. for a full pardon.
Judge Reed O'Connor took issue with both a lack of judicial oversight and certain diversity requirements included in the deal's independent monitoring process.
Thomas Riolo said he is paying the price for an update to his report that shows damage to his vehicle for which he is not responsible. The damage in question happened before he even owned the car.
While many scoured the internet to look for the best deals Monday, some prefer to shop in person and locally.
On Monday, President-elect Trump specifically promised a 25% tariff on all products coming from Mexico and Canada—in addition to a 10% levy on Chinese goods.
So far, despite several requests, the woman has not been able to get a hold of her medical records to send to her new doctors.
Those in the industry who spoke to CBS News Chicago said their margins are already so slim that an increased liquor tax could drive business owners to close their doors.
The program should launch early next year.
Feds find 11 kids illegally employed for at least 4 years at Seaboard Triumph Foods facility in Sioux City, Iowa.
Annesley Clark and Christine Corso were determined to say their vows before it was too late. So when Clark's nurses at Northwestern Medicine heard the couple's story, they jumped right into action.
Little Penelope Lo Destro's parents were about to start their family when there was a terrible diagnosis.
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
The company said the decision means temporary layoffs of 400 workers—more than half of its workforce.
A judge's overturning of Wisconsin's 13-year-old law that effectively ended collective bargaining for teachers and most state government employees has rekindled a battle over labor rights in a state where the first public sector unions were formed 65 years ago.
Prestige Feed Products makes food for pets, and for livestock such as pigs and cows.
While many scoured the internet to look for the best deals Monday, some prefer to shop in person and locally.
Wisconsin public worker and teachers unions have scored a major legal victory with a ruling that restores collective bargaining rights they lost under a 2011 state law.
Social media sleuths noticed that the house next door to the iconic "Home Alone" house in Winnetka is now up for sale.
Here are the top songs, artists, and albums streamed on Spotify in Chicago this year, according to communications agency Burson Global.
Hip-hop royalty Kendrick Lamar, on the heels of dropping his surprise album "GNX," announced Tuesday morning dates for his forthcoming Grand National Tour, which will include a summer stop in Chicago.
The classic rock band AC/DC is making a stop in Chicago during their upcoming "Power Up" stadium tour this spring. The tour marks the first time they've hit the road in nine years.
The 17-time Grammy Award-winning artist's new album features 12 songs.
The event in Saint Peter's Square kicks off the festive season in the Italian city. On Saturday night, Vatican and city leaders lit the more than 95 foot tall spruce tree.
It’s a last push to help the country before the Trump administration comes in. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said the package will give Ukraine more drones, rockets, and more support for maintenance.
Assad's whereabouts are unknown, though several sources say he flew out of Damascus Sunday morning as the rebels were taking control.
The rocket was launched from Florida’s Space Coast Sunday just after midnight carrying 23 satellites.
To do that, he had to travel to Antarctica. Every day, the 12-member team travels by snowmobile to the work site and drills for old ice. Air bubbles in the ice give a glimpse into the past that can help scientists like Jacob Chalif predict future weather patterns.
This was the second shooting in Cicero over the weekend.
Russian state media news agencies reported that Assad and his family were in Moscow and given asylum.
Santa and Mrs. Claus got a police escort as they delivered presents to the families of officers who were killed or critically injured in the line of duty.
Police said a would-be robber and his intended victim struggled over his gun, which went off and shot him in the torso.
At least several evidence markers were found on the ground, and the back window of an unmarked squad car, a Ford Expedition, was shot out.
With thefts across the city at the worst levels in five years, retailers have high hopes for a crackdown on shoplifting by the county's top prosecutor.
So far, the employee, Jillian Desyatnyk, has won the first couple of rounds against the retail giant.
Why does so much of what gets tossed into those blue recycling bins end up in the trash? CBS News Chicago visited the city's largest recycling facility for some answers.
Eight people—four men and four women—were shot around 2 p.m. Monday afternoon in the house at 3511 W. 59th St. in the Chicago Lawn neighborhood.
The $1,000 threshold to make retail theft a felony crime—which was set by O'Neill Burke's predecessor, Kim Foxx—will be dropping to $300, effective immediately.
Alex Vlasic scored for the second straight game for Chicago, which has dropped five in a row. Alec Martinez added his first goal of the season.
Nick Martinelli scored 27 points, including seven in overtime, and Northwestern beat No. 19 Illinois 70-66.
Zach LaVine scored 32 points for Chicago, which had won two in a row. Coby White had 19 points and nine assists, and Ayo Dosunmu added 15 points.
Dosunmu had season highs in points, assists and rebounds in collecting the first triple-double of his four-year career.
he Ramblers advance to the second-round match on Friday at 5 p.m. to play Purdue.
The FBI announced Friday night it was offering a $50,000 reward for information leading to an arrest and conviction.
Jerell Thomas, 37, is being held on charges of first-degree murder, attempted murder of a peace officer, possession of a stolen firearm, and unlawful use of a weapon by a felon.
"Delay," "deny" and possibly "depose" were written on shell casings and bullets recovered at the scene of the shooting that killed UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
Late Wednesday, no one was in custody.
Early Friday morning, police confirmed John Conway, 35, was charged with first-degree murder.