Elton John stops to see preview of Broadway In Chicago's 'The Devil Wears Prada'
A preview performance of Broadway in Chicago's new show "The Devil Wears Prada" had a very special guest in attendance this week.
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Former Gov. Pat Quinn wants to protect Soldier Field's name amid talk of renovations
Quinn is urging a citywide referendum to protect the name of Soldier Field, which was built as a war memorial, and to prevent selling the naming rights to the stadium.
Lightfoot unveils proposal for Soldier Field dome as Bears consider move to Arlington Heights
All three options would preserve the stadium's iconic colonnades, while expanding capacity from 61,500 seats to 70,000 seats.
Soldier Field transformed from gridiron to outdoor yoga studio for 'Yoga on the 50'
There was nary a tackle or a rush at Soldier Field this night in mid-Bears offseason but there was a 50-minute yoga session.
'Yoga on the 50' takes over Soldier Field
There was nary a tackle or a rush at Soldier Field this night in mid-Bears offseason, but there was a 50-minute yoga session.
Soldier Field hosts opening ceremony for Special Olympics
Special Olympics began in Illinois, with the first games at Soldier Field in 1968.
Special Olympics returns with opening ceremony at Soldier Field
More than 1,500 athletes will parade onto the field to the cheers of coaches, family members, and fans.
Man Shot, Wounded While Driving On DuSable Lake Shore Drive Near Soldier Field
A man was shot and wounded while driving on DuSable Lake Shore Drive near Soldier Field Tuesday night.
High School Boys Choir Prepare To Sing In Front Of Thousands During Bears Halftime Show
One Chicago boys high school choir is making it big time this weekend. The choir is preparing to sing in front of thousands on a stage many of them could have never imagined.
Veterans Job Fair At Soldier Field Provides 'Low Stress' Recruiting For A Return To Civilian Life
"These men and women are going thru a culture shock. They're going from living, breathing, sleeping military."
Soldier Field Rediscovered
Solider Field (known at the time as Grant Park Municipal Stadium) was designed in 1919 and formally hosted its first football game on Oct. 4, 1924.
Proposal For Bears To Move To Arlington Heights Has Come Up Over And Over Again, Since Before They Moved To Soldier Field In 1971
The idea of the Bears moving to a site on or near the Arlington International Racecourse property in Arlington Heights may be a shock for Chicagoans, but it's far from new.
Mayor Lightfoot Insists She's Not Giving Up, But Offers No Specifics On Plans To Keep Bears From Moving To Arlington Heights
The Chicago Bears have talked about moving to Arlington Heights numerous times going back decades, but this time, it's different.
Bears Sign Purchase Agreement For Arlington Park Property; Lightfoot Says City Will Work To Keep Team In Chicago
The Bears have signed a purchase agreement for the Arlington International Racecourse property in Arlington Heights.
Fields Takes Over For Injured Dalton, Bears Beat Bengals In Home Opener
Justin Fields played the second half after Andy Dalton exited with a knee injury against his former team, and the rookie quarterback used Chicago's stellar defensive performance to direct the Bears to a victory over Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday.
Memorial Stair Climb At Soldier Field Honors Firefighters Killed On September 11
A memorial stair climb Saturday morning will take place at Soldier Field to honor the firefighters who were killed on September11th.
Kanye West Starts 'Donda' Listening Party 2 Hours Late At Soldier Field With Guests Marilyn Manson, DaBaby
From bringing controversial artists on stage with him, to having his estranged wife walk out in a wedding dress, West surprised the crowd.
No Mask, Vaccine, Or COVID-19 Test Requirement For Kanye West's 'Donda' Listening Party At Soldier Field: Expert Says That's Not Safe
An estimated crowd of nearly 40,000 people are expected to file into Soldier Field on Thursday – with no mask mandate, and no COVID-19 vaccine or testing requirement either.
Soldier Field Rediscovered
It never hurts to get a little more acquainted with Solider Field before heading out to a Bears game or other event.
Kanye West To Hold 'Donda' Listening Party At Soldier Field On Aug. 26
It will be the third such event for the rapper's album, which is named after his late mother, Donda West.
Man, 70, Dies After Crashing Into Truck While Riding His Bike Near Soldier Field
A 70-year-old man was killed late Tuesday afternoon when he hit a parked semi-trailer truck while riding a bicycle near the Soldier Field.
'I Appreciate Every Moment': Marquise Goodwin Looking To Play Hard For The Bears During The Team's Preseason Game
"A year ago at this time, I was in my backyard playing catch with my wife."
Bears Training Camp: Fans Return To Soldier Field For Family Fest, Eddie Goldman Out On COVID-19 Reserve List
In a phenomenon not seen in more than a year, Bears fans were back at Soldier Field on Tuesday.
Recruit Military To Host Career Fair Specifically For Veterans At Soldier Field This Week
A career fair specifically for job seekers who are veterans is coming to Soldier Field.
Some Residents Say A Bears Move To Arlington Heights Would Benefit Community, Others Say It Would Bring Unwelcome Traffic And Crowds
The Chicago Bears announced Thursday that they have placed a bid to buy Arlington International Racecourse. CBS 2's Charlie De Mar went to Arlington Heights Thursday to see how the idea sat with residents there.
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Driver of party bus that rammed into a dozen vehicles in Chicago facing charges
Gregory Baldwin of Valparaiso, Indiana, is facing several charges but none for impairment at the time of the crash.
Chicago Police promise increased CTA patrols, but riders don't see more officers
CBS 2 asked CPD why riders didn't see more officers Sunday. Police said they will be able to clarify that with an additional press conference Monday.
Fallen Chicago police officer Ella French honored in special ceremony 1 year after her death
It's been one year since the officer was shot and killed during a traffic stop.
Chicago Weather Alert: Scattered downpours, possible flooding
Although widespread severe storms are not expected, storms producing gusty winds and torrential downpours will be possible.
Chicago Police search for man groping women from motorized skaeboard
They say he has assaulted at least two women, however, we found there are more victims.
Stephen Marlow, suspected of 4 murders, captured by police after multi-state manhunt
In a video he posted he mentioned friends in Chicago, which prompted investigators to think he could have been heading to the Chicago area.
6 killed, 40 wounded in weekend shootings across Chicago
At least seven people are dead, and 45 others are wounded after weekend shootings across the city so far.
Multiple cars hit by party bus in Northalsted neighborhood
People on Chicago's North Side were forced to run for safety as an out-of-control party bus sideswiped a string of cars Saturday.
16-year-old boy charged with attempted carjacking in West Lawn
The boy was identified as the offender who attempted to take a vehicle from a man in West Lawn.
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Driver of party bus that rammed into a dozen vehicles in Chicago facing charges
Gregory Baldwin of Valparaiso, Indiana, is facing several charges but none for impairment at the time of the crash.
Chicago Police promise increased CTA patrols, but riders don't see more officers
CBS 2 asked CPD why riders didn't see more officers Sunday. Police said they will be able to clarify that with an additional press conference Monday.
Fallen Chicago police officer Ella French honored in special ceremony 1 year after her death
It's been one year since the officer was shot and killed during a traffic stop.
Chicago Weather Alert: Scattered downpours, possible flooding
Although widespread severe storms are not expected, storms producing gusty winds and torrential downpours will be possible.
Chicago Police search for man groping women from motorized skaeboard
They say he has assaulted at least two women, however, we found there are more victims.
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$33.5 million verdict ordered against Village of Dolton in deadly 2016 crash involving police
Attorneys say it all started with a driver rolling through a stop sign.
New motion in R. Kelly case claims deceptive practices by former lead prosecutor
With the Chicago federal trial for R. Kelly and two of his associates set to begin in less than two weeks, attorneys for one of the defendants – Derrell McDavid – filed a bizarre motion in court Wednesday.
Englewood building residents go for 12 days without water service
That length of time made for a rough situation for people living in the building, and raised questions about why it took so long.
How did a driver end up going the wrong way on I-90, causing crash that killed six?
The Illinois Secretary of State's office said the women, Jennifer Fernandez of Carpentersville, had a valid driver's license and no offenses on her record.
Getting Hosed: North Lawndale landlord's water bill jumps from $200 to $20,000 for one month
Yasser Almanaseer said he has had no luck in getting it fixed.
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Indiana becomes 1st to approve abortion ban post Roe
The Indiana Legislature on Friday approved the near-total abortion ban with some exceptions, including in cases of rape, incest, and to protect the life and physical health of the mother.
Illinois abortion clinics have been flooded with patients since Roe overturning; new Indiana law could mean even more
More than a month after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, a better idea is emerging of how big the impact has been on Illinois clinics.
Republicans pick Milwaukee to host 2024 national convention
The decision was all-but sealed after opposition in Nashville lead to that city's council on Tuesday rejecting a draft agreement for hosting the event.
Arizona, Missouri, Kansas, Michigan and Washington primary results
Abortion was on the ballot in Kansas, while Trump's influence was put to the test in swing state Arizona.
New men's homeless shelter in Rogers Park has green light, but not everyone likes the idea
"Our community's feelings about this are complex and the concerns are complex," said Ald. Maria Hadden (49th).
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Illinois AG warns of scam using phony websites to target banking customers
The scammers make the websites look real as they trick customers to enter their information to create a bank account.
Are we in a recession? An expert says yes, but there's a sliver of good news about falling prices
The GDP a measure of total spending on goods and services across the economy, fell at an annual rate of 0.9 percent, the Commerce Department said Thursday.
Inflation is at 40-year high, and one expert says cost of living is even worse than numbers say
The Consumer Price Index reports the price of gas skyrocketed nearly 60 percent over the last year – and it's of course far from the only commodity affected.
Flight delays and cancellations are expected to be a disaster this holiday weekend
Buckle up for a weekend of travel chaos – starting Thursday, mass delays and cancellations are expected just to get worse heading into the holiday weekend.
After losing rental income, Chicago man gets stuck with long wait from state assistance program
Rental income was part of a Chicago man's retirement plan, but that hit a snag when his renters lost their jobs during the pandemic.
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Chicago launches public health plan for monkeypox
The United States now counts more infections from the virus than any other country in the world. Since May, cases have grown from zero to 6,617.
U.S. declares monkeypox outbreak a public health emergency
The declaration could help the federal government respond as the number of cases grows and demand for the vaccine far exceeds supply around the country.
Are "Novids" special or just lucky at avoiding COVID-19?
It's estimated that more than 70% of Americans have had COVID, but we all know someone who says they've never had it.
Northalsted Market Days organizers focus on safety amid monkeypox outbreak
Market Days will be held this Saturday and Sunday along Halsted Street from Addison Street south to Belmont Avenue.
Gov. Pritzker declares monkeypox virus outbreak in Illinois a Public Health Emergency
The proclamation takes effect immediately and will remain in place for 30 days.
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Camp Aramoni brings boutique camping experience to site less than two hours away from Chicago
In the town of Tonica – less than two hours away from Chicago and right next to Starved Rock State Park – a hidden treasure sits on 96 acres of preserved land.
New 'first class' theatre at Wheeling Town Center hopes to draw back in-person crowds
Operators of the new theatre hope enhancing the experience will draw back crowds not since since before the pandemic.
Meet Kyriakos 'Carl' Damianides, proudly at the helm of the Sky-Ride Tap downtown for 50 years
Imagine working at a place 50 years and hoping for 50 more – all because of the people.
Are we in a recession? An expert says yes, but there's a sliver of good news about falling prices
The GDP a measure of total spending on goods and services across the economy, fell at an annual rate of 0.9 percent, the Commerce Department said Thursday.
More Illinois Black, Latino business owners receive marijuana retail licenses
The state issued 149 retail licenses on Friday, more than doubling the number of pot shops statewide.
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Dunning blanks old team, García 5 RBIs as Texas routs ChiSox
Dane Dunning allowed one hit in seven dominant innings against his former team for his first win since April, and Adolis García drove in five runs as the Texas Rangers shut out the Chicago White Sox 8-0 on Saturday night.
Smyly finally wins at home as Cubs beat Marlins 4-0
Drew Smyly tossed shutout ball into the seventh inning for his first win at Wrigley Field for the Cubs, leading Chicago past the Miami Marlins 4-0 on Saturday.
Dylan Cease pitches 6 strong innings, White Sox beat Rangers
Dylan Cease pitched six strong innings, Eloy Jimenez hit a tiebreaking solo home run and the Chicago White Sox beat the Texas Rangers on Friday night.
Chicago Fire goalkeeper Gabriel Slonina signs with Chelsea
The young phenom goalkeeper will finish out the season in Chicago before heading over to the English Premier League.
Sky beat Washington Mystics, tie franchise record with 24 regular-season wins
The Sky have a two-game lead over second-place Las Vegas with four games to play.
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Elton John stops to see preview of Broadway In Chicago's 'The Devil Wears Prada'
A preview performance of Broadway in Chicago's new show "The Devil Wears Prada" had a very special guest in attendance this week.
Ambulance transports, arrests at Lollapalooza down this year compared with last
The Office of Emergency Management and Communications said 68 people were transported by ambulance from Lollapalooza this year, compared with 102 last year.
Lightfoot announces 10-year deal extension to host Lollapalooza in Chicago
Lightfoot's office said the deal comes with an "estimated future financial impact of nearly $4 billion for the Chicago economy."
Mary Alice, Emmy and Tony winning actress, dead at 85
She won a Tony Award for her starring role in "Fences" on Broadway, and an Emmy Award for her supporting role in the TV series "I'll Fly Away."
Will Smith addresses Chris Rock slap at Oscars in apology video
Smith said he didn't apologize during his Oscar's acceptance speech because he was "fogged out by that point."
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Fallen CPD Officer Ella French honored in special ceremony
On Sunday French's police star was enshrined in a memorial at Chicago Police Headquarters.
Police seek to identify man who pushed another onto the CTA tracks
Do you recognize this man? Chicago Police say he pushed a 26-year-old man onto the CTA tracks. The push can be seen in surveillance video. It happened at the Illinois Medical District Blue Line stop at 7 a.m. Friday. The man pushed was treated and released from the hospital.
Chicago Weather Alert: Scattered downpours, possible flooding
CBS 2 Meteorologist Albert Ramon has the 10 p.m. forecast for Sunday, Aug. 7, 2022.
Chicago Police search for man groping women from motorized skaeboard
They say he has assaulted at least two women, however, we found there are more victims.
Man wanted in connection to 4 murders in Ohio arrested in Kansas
In a video he posted he mentioned friends in Chicago, which prompted investigators to think he could have been heading to the Chicago area.
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