Libya floods leave more than 5,300 dead, thousands more missing
A Libyan official who visited Derna said "25% of the city has disappeared," and he expects the final toll to be "really, really big."
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U.N. says summer 2023 hottest on record: "Climate breakdown has begun"
"Climate breakdown has begun," U.N. chief says, adding: "The dog days of summer are not just barking, they are biting."
ComEd sends crews to East Coast to help restore power after severe storms
Severe weather knocked out power to more than 1 million people along the East Coast. Tens of thousands remained without power as of Tuesday.
What Lollapalooza-goers need to know in case of severe weather
The potential for severe weather and evacuations are top-of-mind for organizers and the city.
Potential storms threaten Lollapalooza this weekend
The potential for severe weather and evacuations are top-of-mind for organizers and the city. CBS 2's Marissa Perlman reports.
Overnight storms leaves damage, thousands without power
Strong storms brought damaging winds that left downed trees and over 24,000 ComEd customers without power.
Chicago Weather Alert: Severe thunderstorms produce heavy rains, strong wind gusts
The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for multiple counties in the Chicago area.
Another round of severe storms leaves damage behind in parts of Illinois
A tornado was reported in the area of Glen Ellyn and Lisle a little after 9 p.m. on Friday. Bartlett police reported powerlines in roadways and power outages in the area.
Large tree uprooted in Bartlett after severe storms across northwest suburbs
CBS 2's Marybel Gonzalez was on the scene near Army Trail Road and Petersdorf Road in Bartlett where a large tree was uprooted and blocking part of the roadway near a home.
Video of storm clouds over Chicago
This is a view west of downtown Chicago, driving into the Loop as severe storms swept the area on Wednesday.
Chicago area rainfall totals for July 2, 2023
The amount of rain in Berwyn totaled 8.96 inches.
Overnight storms leaves damage behind in western suburbs
Strong storms have caused some serious damage and roads flooded.
Chicago Weather Alert: Severe storms, hail sweep through area
The threat of severe weather increased Thursday afternoon, and a tornado watch was issued.
Mobile Weather Lab sees heavy rain, hail as storm sweeps through Chicago area
The Mobile Weather Lab was tracking the pathway of the storm system as it make its way through the Chicago area.
Chicago Weather Alert: Tracking the path of severe weather across Chicago region
CBS 2 Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon has the 5 p.m. forecast for April 20, 2023.
Hail drops down on Mobile Weather Lab as storms hit Chicago area
The Mobile Weather Lab was pelted with hail as the storm system continues to sweep through northern Illinois and reaches the western suburbs.
CBS 2 Mobile Weather Lab checks out western suburbs where severe weather is headed
CBS 2's Sara Machi is in the Mobile Weather Lab traveling through the far western suburbs which is expected to get severe weather soon as system with possible high winds and hail is heading toward the Chicago area.
Chicago Weather Alert: More rounds of severe weather
Only days after a round of severe weather brought 16 tornadoes to northern Illinois and Indiana, more severe weather hit the Chicago area on Tuesday and Wednesday.
Chicago Weather Alert: Severe thunderstorm warning for LaSalle County
The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for LaSalle County. The warning is in effect until 9:30 p.m.
Chicago Weather Alert: 2 more rounds of severe weather tonight, tomorrow
CBS 2 Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon has the 5 p.m. forecast for April 4, 2023.
Strong winds from severe storms damage roofs from West Humboldt Park to Old Town
The Fire Department reported when a localized, but high-wind-force storm passed through the city from the west, their crews responded to significant roof damage at three locations.
Chicago Weather Alert: Two rounds of possible severe storms Tuesday
The greatest threat Tuesday night will come from damaging straight-line winds, as storms could produce wind gusts exceeding 60 miles per hour.
Cleanup could take weeks after tornado hits Belvidere
The National Weather Service has confirmed at least 16 tornadoes touched down in Illinois and Indiana on Friday. The Apollo Theatre in Belvidere, Illinois, was badly damaged by powerful winds as 260 people were inside for a heavy metal concert. CBS 2's Asal Rezaei reports cleaning up the damage in Belvidere could take weeks.
Chicago Weather Alert: Tracking severe weather
Two rounds of dangerous storms have brought damaging winds, tornadoes, and hail to our area.
Chaos follows roof collapse during severe weather at theater in Belvidere
CBS 2’s Marissa Perlman spoke with a high school student who rushed to the scene to help out.
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Cicero families displaced by fire helped by donations from neighbors
Christmas came early for residents of a Cicero apartment complex that went up in flames last Friday.
Chi vs. Hate ordinance would make it easier to report hate incidents, alderwoman says
Chicago Police data show there have been 254 hate crimes reported so far this year alone - compared with 204 last year, 109 in 2021, and 80 in 2020.
CFD, CPD host tree lighting ceremony honoring those who died in the line of duty
The tree is filled with ornaments honoring those Chicago police officers and firefighters who died in the line of duty.
140 people become U.S. citizens at Museum of Science and Industry
The presiding judge said it was the first time they had ever conducted a naturalization ceremony at the Museum of Science and Industry.
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2 hospitalized after multi-car crash near Marquette Park
Police have not released further details on the cause of the crash.
Off-duty Chicago police officer cited, relieved of powers in deadly crash, sources say
Law enforcement sources told CBS 2 it was an off-duty officer who was driving when she lost control and hit a 56-year-old woman.
1 person injured in high-rise fire on Chicago's North Side
CFD confirmed heavy smoke is coming from the building.
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Cicero families displaced by fire helped by donations from neighbors
Christmas came early for residents of a Cicero apartment complex that went up in flames last Friday.
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Two men detail their claims of abuse at a place where young children were sent for help
This is national story now percolating right here in Chicago - allegations brought forward in a federal lawsuit by children now grown.
Foxx calls findings on how many Black women were victims of crime in 2022 "jarring"
Foxx is one of a handful of local, state, and national leaders responding a CBS 2 series of reports, Investigating Injustice: Black Women At Risk.
Chicago's enters new deal with crime database from same company as ShotSpotter
As CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey reported, the way the public found out about the deal CrimeTracer was surprising.
Chicago woman says towing company demanded over $10,000 to get her car back
Elaine Kelly said when she finally got it back, her car appeared more damaged - with the inside was ransacked and some of her personal property missing.
Man called to report SUV on train tracks in Michigan, but Amtrak train hit it anyway
Amtrak said they were never notified of the SUV on the tracks before the crash last week, was despite a warning call a full 41 minutes earlier.
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Chi vs. Hate ordinance would make it easier to report hate incidents, alderwoman says
Chicago Police data show there have been 254 hate crimes reported so far this year alone - compared with 204 last year, 109 in 2021, and 80 in 2020.
Ed Burke trial: Jury hears recordings of Burke aide on holding up driveway permits
The permits – and how the city's longest-serving alderman is accused of holding them up for a would-be client – are central to the federal extortion case against Burke.
Chicago migrant crisis: Records shed light on contract for tents, city cracks down on buses
The Mayor's office told us they are in talks with the owner on a lot in Brighton Park where a tent base camp was called off by Gov. JB Pritzker.
Trump gag order in 2020 election case largely upheld by appeals court
A federal appeals court heard arguments in November over the gag order limiting what Trump can say about the 2020 election-related case filed against him in Washington, D.C.
Former GOP Rep. Adam Kinzinger says if Trump is nominee, he'll vote for Biden
On "The Takeout" podcast this week, former GOP Rep. Adam Kinzinger says he believes Trump will be the GOP nominee, and if that's the case, he's voting for Biden.
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Privacy concerns at Chicago parking garage prompt proposed law change
Not only did CBS 2 hear from more upset customers, but also from Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias.
St. Charles residents flee senior community after 300% increase in costs
Over the last several weeks, the Saint Charles senior living community has become a bit of a ghost town.
Rivers Casino Des Plaines warns of data breach affecting customer, staffer information
Casino officials said on Thursday, Nov. 2, they determined hackers got into their system and stole personal information about Rivers Casino staffers, customers, and online sports book customers.
Illinois congressman steps in after feds fail to reimburse COVID-19 testing labs
We previously told you about small business owner Janine Morabito's struggle after getting stiffed by Uncle Sam. There are several others in the same boat.
Consumer watchdog lists '10 Worst Toys' for 2023, highlights child safety concerns
W.A.T.C.H. – World Against Toys Causing Harm – issued a list Wednesday of toys they said are hazardous and should not be in children's hands.
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FDA approves gene-editing treatment for sickle cell disease
Sickle cell disease affects approximately 100,000 people in the U.S., predominantly people of color.
An end to breast cancer? California company develops groundbreaking vaccine with promising future
An estimated one in eight women will develop breast cancer in their lifetime, killing on average 42,000 a year in the U.S. But what if a vaccine could significantly lower each woman's chance of ever getting it in the first place?
Two babies infected with rare bacteria linked to baby formula recalls last year
Federal health officials confirmed Thursday that two cases of invasive infections caused by cronobacter sakazakii have been reported in 2023.
Panera's caffeine-fueled lemonade cited in second death, suit says
Casual dining chain faces another wrongful death suit related to its Charged Lemonade after cardiac arrest of Florida man.
Slow COVID-19 booster rollout cost thousands of lives, new study says
Researchers estimated that through June 2022, if the U.S. moved at a faster pace to approve it and get people boosted, an estimated 29,000 lives could have been saved.
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Customers line up for hours at drive-thru for new McDonald's concept, CosMc's
CBS 2's Jermont Terry took a trip out to Bolingbrook, off Weber Road, to see if it lived up to the hype.
Crowds, record day of revenue point to comeback on Chicago's Magnificent Mile
According to The Magnificent Mile Association, a record $31.7 million in revenue was set in November on a single day.
Who is moving into those vacant Bed, Bath & Beyond stores?
Who will be moving into closed Bed, Bath & Beyond stores nationwide and in the Chicago area? Court documents provide some clues.
South Shore yoga studio strives for inclusive, calm vibe
It's Small Business Saturday 2023, a big day to highlight the success of entrepreneurs who started small and are working hard to make it big.
Shoppers turn out in Ravenswood for Small Business Saturday
Three of the trolleys were running on Small Business Saturday, making eight stops in Ravenswood so people could visit their favorite shops.
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Petr Mrazek makes 37 saves as Blackhawks beat Anaheim Ducks
Philipp Kurashev scored the last-place Blackhawks, which had dropped 10 of 12 overall.
Bears prep for Lions with memories of late collapse in last matchup
The way the Bears blew a double-digit lead late in Detroit was clearly still bothering and motivating players this week.
Fremd H.S. girls basketball coach returns while battling brain cancer
Dave Yates said despite receiving the diagnosis, he was determined to return for his 18th season coaching.
Former Bears kicker Robbie Gould retires after 18-year career
Gould, who celebrated his 41st birthday on Wednesday, was unable to find an NFL home in 2023.
DePaul now 1-7 after getting routed by Texas A&M
The Blue Demons lost their fifth straight.
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Ryan O'Neal, star of "Love Story," is dead at 82
Ryan O'Neal, the Oscar-nominated star of films including "Love Story" and "Paper Moon," has died at 82.
CBS presents 'Grammy® Salute to 50 Years of Hip Hop'
A star-studded lineup of hip hop legends and GRAMMY-winning artists will grace the stage at this special tribute concert, airing Sunday, Dec. 10 (8:30-10:30 PM, ET/8:00-10:00 PM, PT) on the CBS Television Network, and streaming on Paramount+.
Def Leppard, Journey to play Wrigley Field next summer
The Steve Miller Band will also be joining them.
Fans fall in love with Mona, little puppet from Nanalan' on Tiktok
Whose that wonderful girl? Could she be any cuter? Mona, the small green puppet who is the star of Nanalan', an old Canadian TV show, gains new fans on Tiktok.
'BOOP! The Betty Boop Musical' premieres at Chicago's CIBC Theatre
The show runs through Christmas Eve.
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Alderwoman calls for passage of new Chicago hate crime proposal
With hate crimes on the rise in Chicago, there is going to be a new way to report those incidents to 311. CBS 2's Suzanne Le Mignot reports.
Chicago area residents displaced by fire helped by donations from neighbors
Christmas came early for residents of a Cicero apartment complex that went up in flames last week. The fire displaced more than two dozen people, but on Friday, they all received needed items in hopes of moving forward.
New ordinance approved to crack down on migrant bus drivers who flout rules
Meanwhile, we looked at the contract the city signed with GardaWorld to see how much the mishap with the now-called-off migrant tent camp in Brighton Park may have cost. CBS 2's Sabrina Franza reports.
Suspect in multiple Chicago bank robberies strikes again, still on the loose
The FBI is looking for a man they said has robbed banks on multiple occasions in recent months, including Friday morning in the Streeterville neighborhood.
New experimental breast cancer vaccine prevents disease from returning
The vaccine works by making the immune system attack any tumor cells to keep them from growing. Results of the first trial were released this week. No one had any bad side effects and none of their cancer returned.
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Ed Burke trial: Jury hears recordings of Burke aide on holding up driveway permits
The permits – and how the city's longest-serving alderman is accused of holding them up for a would-be client – are central to the federal extortion case against Burke.
Suspect in multiple bank robberies strikes again in Streeterville
Around 10:10 a.m., the FBI responded to the bank robbery at the Citibank located at 539 North Michigan Avenue.
55 years in prison for Algonquin woman who admitted to killing boyfriend's parents
Arin Fox, 42, reached the plea agreement back in October.
Video shows gun-toting robbers holding up Cicero liquor store
This was the second robbery at the store this year.
Prosecution details fmr. Ald. Burke's alleged pressuring of Burger King franchisee
The prosecution laid out what they found in Burke's office that showcased the scheme they said he used to line his pockets.
