Bears kicker practiced on bad soccer fields to get ready for poor conditions at Soldier Field
'You're not super happy and thrilled to kick there every time.'
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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.
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.
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4 dead, 10 wounded in weekend shootings in Chicago
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Police are investigating the death of a Downers Grove teen who fell at a parking garage in Elmhurst Saturday morning.
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Offer to buy timeshare for over $1 million turns out to be elaborate scam
The timeshare owner says the business sent him elaborate emails and documentation, but the requests for money went on and on – until he was out more than $300,000.
$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.
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CBS 2 Legal Analyst Irv Miller on Mar-a-Lago search: an arrest warrant doesn't necessarily follow a search warrant
"Getting a search warrant is the first step toward gathering evidence," Miller said. "There might not be any crime committed and the document just sits in a file and that's the end of the story."
Mar-a-Lago search warrant released, reveals FBI seized top-secret classified documents
The Justice Department is investigating the former president for potential Espionage Act violations.
Trump lawyers agree to public release of Mar-a-Lago search warrant
The Justice Department asked a federal court to unseal the warrant, citing public interest in the case, and Trump said he encouraged its release.
DOJ moves to unseal search warrant used to seize docs from Trump's home
Attorney General Merrick Garland revealed he "personally approved" the extraordinary decision to seek the warrant.
Trump team mulls releasing Mar-a-Lago warrant, inventory, video, photos
The Justice Department asked a judge to unseal the search warrant and inventory, but Trump lawyers are considering releasing material prior to a ruling.
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Thefts of Kias and Hyundais are skyrocketing, up 767% this summer in Cook County
In light of the crime trend, law enforcement wants everyone to know what's going on and how best to protect themselves and their cars.
Judge finds Walgreens contributed to San Francisco's opioid crisis
U.S. District Judge Charles Breyer said, for more than a decade, Walgreens pharmacies in San Francisco dispensed hundreds of thousands of opioid prescriptions without performing enough due diligence.
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.
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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.
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After he and his partner had monkeypox, fitness trainer warns 'how much of a joke this isn't'
The pain was so excruciating that a prescribed opioid didn't even help – that was Carson Twitchell's experience after he contracted monkeypox last month.
Chicago expecting 20,000 more monkeypox doses in coming weeks.
Chicago's top health official says the rush is on to get more monkeypox vaccine doses to those who need them, as infections continue to rise.
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.
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Hyde Park native to open Illinois' first Black-owned cannabis company
The artist is launching "93 Boyz" this weekend.
Neighbors push back against proposal for gun shop, shooting range in Long Grove
The Long Grove village manager said he has received hundreds of emails about the proposal for a Range USA shop
Groupon lays off 500 employees
The departments affected include technology and sales.
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.
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Kopech Ks 11, Vaughn hits 2-run single as Sox beat Tigers
Kopech was lifted despite blanking the Tigers on 85 pitches throught six innings.
Fans to get first glimpse at new-look Bears in first preseason game against Chiefs
Saturday's matchup will also mark the return of former head coach Matt Nagy, who serves on the Chiefs' staff.
Sky lose to Las Vegas Aces, are now tied for first with them
The Las Vegas Aces beat the Chicago Sky on Thursday night to move atop the WNBA standings with one game remaining.
Drew Smyly stars as Cubs beat Reds in 2nd 'Field of Dreams' game
Drew Smyly struck out nine in five scoreless innings, and the Cubs beat the Cincinnati Reds on Thursday night in Major League Baseball's second annual "Field of Dreams" game.
Bears coach Matt Eberflus speaks on Roquan Smith's contract situation
The Bears can fine Smith for not practicing since taking him off the PUP list.
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Actor Anne Heche 'not expected to survive' after crashing into Mar Vista home, rep says
Actor Anne Heche was placed in a medically induced coma a few days after crashing her car into a Mar Vista home last Friday.
Olivia Newton-John, beloved singer and actress, dies at 73
Her husband John Easterling announced her passing on her Facebook page.
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."
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