Assailant beats cyclist with construction sign, his own bike in South Loop
The victim, 62, was riding his bike on the sidewalk right near State and Cermak when police said he was attacked. So far, no one is in custody.
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Assailant beats cyclist with construction sign, his own bike in South Loop
A man in his 60s is recovering after an early morning attack in the South Loop. He was riding his bicycle near State and Cermak when someone beat him with a construction sign and later, his own bike.
Man hit by ATV near West Loop film set
The victim was taken to Northwestern Memorial Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Chicago's first-ever poet laureate hosting public discussion in South Loop
Avery R. Young is an artist and educator who has been featured in a variety of publications.
Teen shot and killed in South Loop was student at nearby school
The other victim, an 18-year-old man, was struck in the hand and taken to Northwestern Memorial Hospital initially reported in good condition.
Charter school student killed in South Loop shooting
Cameron Rayford, 18, known for his style and academics, was one of two teens shot in front of classmates in the South Loop this week.
Teen shot and killed near his South Loop high school had weeks until graduation
Cameron Rayford, known for his style and academics, was one of two teens shot in front of classmates in the South Loop this week. The other teen survived, but Rayford did not make it. CBS 2's Jermont Terry reports.
Chicago Shooting: Teen shot and killed in South Loop was student at nearby school
The 18-year-old man who was shot and killed on Thursday afternoon in the South Loop was a student at a school near where the shooting took place.
Chicago shooting: 2 shot, 1 fatally, in South Loop
The crime scene happened steps away from a the Central (1st) District police station – and minutes after a nearby school was dismissed.
Deadly South Loop shooting: One killed, one wounded
The shooting happened steps from the Central (1st) District police station and also near a school where students had just been dismissed. CBS 2's Jermont Terry reports.
Chicago shooting: 2 shot, 1 fatally, in South Loop
Two people were shot in the South Loop, one fatally, on Tuesday afternoon. Police were at the scene near the 2000 block of South State Street. Police said the victims were inside a car around 3:30 p.m. when they were approached by a stolen Kia and an occupant fired shots.
Chicago shooting: 2 teens shot in South Loop
Two teenagers were shot in the South Loop on Tuesday afternoon. Police were at the scene in the 2000 block of South State Street.
Filers rush to submit taxes before deadline
You had to move fast to keep up with last-minute tax filers rushing their returns to beat the midnight deadline.
Fight leads to gunfire inside Showplace Icon Movie Theater in South Loop
Two people were involved in a fight inside the theater when one got out a gun and started shooting.
Chicago Shooting: Shots fired inside South Loop movie theater
Two people were involved in a fight inside the theater when one got out a gun and started shooting.
15th annual Easter egg hunt happening South Loop Saturday afternoon
Families are coming out to Chicago's Women's Park and Gardens, to take part in the 15th annual Easter egg hunt.
Annual Easter egg hunt happening at Chicago's Women's Park and Gardens in South Loop
Children 12 and younger will fill their baskets with up to 15,000 candy and toy-filled eggs scattered throughout the park.
Padlocked and chained emergency doors at Jones College Prep draw safety concerns
CBS 2's Jermont Terry spent Wednesday trying to get answers.
Nearly two dozen car thefts reported in South Loop since December, police say
The first theft took place in December, the most recent was on Sunday.
Police warn of more car thefts in South Loop parking garages
All of the crimes took place in parking garages along south wells street - stretching from Ida B. Wells South to 9th Street.
72-year-old Marsha Frankel hit, killed by FedEx truck in South Loop
Frankel was crossing the street in the crosswalk when she was hit by a FedEx truck making a right turn.
Neighbors rally against plans for new South Loop High School on former CHA site
Community groups gathered to propose the new school be built on a vacant site at 17th and Canal streets in East Pilsen.
20 years after E2 nightclub tragedy, loved ones hold vigil
The pain is still just as fresh as the day it happened for those who had loved ones die in the tragedy. CBS 2's Sara Machi reports.
20 years after the E2 nightclub tragedy, a woman mourns a mom she never got to know
Security guards trying to control a crowd at the venue, at 2347 S. Michigan Ave., used pepper spray on the crowd. It caused a stampede, and 21 people died.
20 years after E2 nightclub tragedy, pain is still raw for many
Among those killed in the 2003 stampede was LaToya McGraw, who left behind a 6-year-old girl who is now 26. McGraw’s daughter, Shapara Hicks, told CBS 2’s Chris Tye about her anger, her fear, and the mother she never got to know.
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Shelter-in-place issued for Joliet residents as police search for burglary suspects
The suspects are believed to be armed.
Community leaders addressing violent holiday weekend in Lakeview
Lakeview residents are now calling on police to step up patrols and get extra security to the area.
Teen injured in drive-by shooting in Austin
The teen was shot twice in the thigh and was taken to a local hospital in good condition.
Victim of brazen armed robbery crew recounts early-morning horror
Chicago Police said the suspects have been targeting working Chicagoans as they leave for, or arrive at, their jobs.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Another warm and sunny day
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Shelter-in-place issued for Joliet residents as police search for burglary suspects
The suspects are believed to be armed.
Victim of brazen armed robbery crew recounts early-morning horror
Chicago Police said the suspects have been targeting working Chicagoans as they leave for, or arrive at, their jobs.
2 firefighters injured battling apartment building fire in Bucktown
CBS 2 spoke to a neighbor who escaped the fire.
9 people, including 4 children, shot on Hollywood Broadwalk
Nine people, including four children, were transported to area hospitals following a mass shooting at the Hollywood Broadwalk on Monday afternoon.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Another warm and sunny day
Temperatures will be in the upper 80s with mostly sunny skies.
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Two shootings involving 2-year-olds in Chicago within period of hours
It is unclear whether either of the two people charged in each shooting actually fired a weapon.
Illinois clergy sex abuse probe reveals hundreds more cases in Catholic church
The report found, in all six dioceses in Illinois, there were 451 Catholic clerics and religious brothers who abused nearly 2,000 children.
Illinois lawmakers pass bill making it easier to sue gun manufacturers
Gov. JB Pritzker is poised to sign the bill that will help hold "reckless" gun manufacturers and advertisers accountable in court.
Illinois set to become first state to count Arab Americans in state data
If passed, Arab Americans and minority groups from the Middle East will be separately recognized.
ICE demands data from abortion clinics, restaurants, schools with obscure legal tool
ICE agents are frequently using an administrative subpoena, also known as a 1509 summons, in questionable ways to seek records and information.
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Debt ceiling deal's next steps — getting it through Congress
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and President Joe Biden will now have to sell their debt ceiling deal to lawmakers.
Tentative debt ceiling deal reached to avert default
After days of intense negotiations and weeks of talks, an agreement in principle has been reached to raise the debt ceiling.
Doctor reprimanded for speaking publicly about 10-year-old's abortion
Attorney General Todd Rokita filed a complaint with Indiana's medical licensing board against Dr. Caitlin Bernard after she spoke publicly about a 10-year-old's abortion.
Durbin: Speaker McCarthy is 'playing political poker' in debt ceiling standoff
Lawmakers in Washington have just one week to raise the debt ceiling or risk defaulting on the U.S. debt for the first time in history.
More than 100 CPD officers have history of making false reports, watchdog finds
The city's inspector general said those officers have been allowed "to remain in positions with duties that depend upon their truthfulness and credibility," even though a history of lying "can erode public trust and create risks for CPD."
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Highway safety group releases list of vehicles that can help keep teens safe
US Centers for Disease Control says teenagers are three times more likely to be involved in a fatal accident compared to older drivers.
Billy Corgan says he paid off hacker who threatened to leak new Smashing Pumpkins songs
The Smashing Pumpkins just released ATUM, a three-act rock opera, on Friday, May 5. But if it were up to the hacker, some of the album would've been released months ago.
FDA considers first ever over-the-counter birth control pill
The FDA is concerned about the effectiveness of the pill in overweight women and if individuals would follow the instructions properly.
Illinois Senate committee advances safety changes to SNAP after CBS 2 exposes fraud
The new bill in Springfield would collect data from SNAP cards to better track skimming and fraud.
Designer says fashion show producer scammed him, but producer says he did nothing wrong
Models who were supposed to be wearing the designer's gowns are also missing money.
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University of Chicago Medicine hosting free clinic in Glendale Heights on Saturday
It's taking place at the Glendale Heights Sports Hub at 250 Civic Centre Plaza in Glendale Heights on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Drugs — from cancer meds to children's Tylenol — are in short supply
Nationwide drug shortage is a "tragedy happening in slow motion," a cancer surgeon says. "Patients simply deserve better."
Mpox cases still on the rise in Chicago
All of those affected have been symptomatic men – most of whom have already had two doses of the JYNNEOS vaccine.
Chicago doctor shares how to help children with mental health challenges
CBS 2 spoke to the doctor with concerns from one CBS 2 viewer about the challenges her child is facing.
At least a dozen new mpox cases under investigation in Chicago area
All the cases in the Chicago area were among men between the ages of 24 and 46.
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Former teacher turns love for skincare into booming business
A local shea butter skincare brand has recently joined the ranks of legacy brands, making it onto shelves of beauty retailer Ulta.
Illinois lawmakers vote to extend law allowing serving of cocktails to-go
Gov. JB Pritzker approved the popular policy during the COVID-19 pandemic. It was set to expire in June of 2024.
Business continues to rebound at McCormick Place after pandemic
McCormick Place officials said, in the first quarter of 2023, hotel room stays generated from events were up 70% from last year, and attendance to conventions was 77% higher.
Cannabis license holders of color say they need help from state lawmakers
They said without urgent help, they won't make the July deadline to open and could lose their investment.
Licensed cannabis transporters say illegal deliveries are happening without consequence
The legal cannabis transporters say they will be forced out of business if the state does not enforce its own standards.
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Liam Hendriks makes powerful return, but White Sox lose to Angels
Hendriks pitched the eighth in his first big league appearance since he was diagnosed with stage 4 non-Hodgkins lymphoma.
Northwestern lacrosse team wins 8th national title, 1st since 2012
The national champion Northwestern Wildcats lacrosse team received a warm welcome as they returned home Monday, after dominating Boston College 18-6 in the national title game.
Stroman's 1-hitter leads Cubs to 1-0 win over MLB-leading Rays
Stroman (5-4) dazzled in his fourth complete game and second shutout in nine major league seasons.
Notre Dame wins first men's lacrosse national title
Notre Dame held Duke to its lowest-scoring game of the season.
Liam Hendriks returns to White Sox after beating stage 4 cancer
Hendriks could provide a big lift for a Chicago team that has struggled for much of the season.
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Sueños Music Festival returns to Grant Park this weekend
The event features 20 of the most popular reggaeton and Latin artists around. The lineup includes Wisin & Yandel, Feid, Grupo Firme, and Nicky Jam
"Rachael Ray Show" ends after 17 seasons
Ray received tributes from several former guests, including former first lady Michelle Obama, Oprah, Kate Hudson, Jessica Alba and 50 Cent.
Tina Turner, "Queen of Rock 'n' Roll," dies at 83
The "What's Love Got To Do With It" singer's death was confirmed to CBS News on Wednesday afternoon.
Rapper Fetty Wap sentenced to 6 years in prison for drug trafficking charges
The rapper was one of six defendants involved in a conspiracy that distributed over 100 kilograms of illicit drugs.
Series finale of "NCIS: Los Angeles" airs Sunday, May 21
The NCIS team continues the case with ATF and the stolen military-grade weapons.
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Father describes being robbed at gunpoint
"The first guy that was sending closer to the truck - he got the guns pulled out to him, and from there, that's when they started pointing a gun at my dad, and the other guy who was up here on those stairs," said Victor Galena Jr., whose father was one of the victims.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Another warm and sunny day
Temperatures will be in the upper 80s with mostly sunny skies. The UV index will be high, near 8. CBS 2 meteorologist Ed Curran recommends wearing sunscreen.
2 firefighters injured responding to apartment building fire in Bucktown
Two firefighters were injured while battling smoke and flames in Bucktown overnight.
French bulldog returned safe after being stolen at gunpoint
The owner of the dog, Peppa, said she was walking last Wednesday evening in Dunham Park, at Giddings Street and Melvina Avenue, when she felt a gun to her back.
The 411 on the timetable for The 606 extension
We reported almost a year ago that construction for the expansion was imminent - but nothing has happened yet. CBS 2's Lauren Victory reports.
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