Three men shot on Chicago's South Side
The shooting happened on State Street near 71st Street.
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Chicago shooting near Dan Ryan Expressway leaves three men wounded
All three victims were taken to the University of Chicago Medical center in good condition.
Salvation Army and CBS 2 kickoff Red Kettle campaign
CBS 2's Brad Edwards joins staff from the charity to get State Street pedestrians to give to the Salvation Army this holiday season.
Macy's on State Street installs Great Tree in Walnut Room
The lighting ceremony for the tree is set for 11:30 a.m. Saturday.
9th annual Arts in the Dark Halloween Parade takes over State Street this weekend
Looking to get into the Halloween spirit? The Arts in the Dark Parade is happening in Chicago on Saturday and will feature unique floats, costumes, and puppets. Organizer Sharene Shariatzadeh tells CBS Chicago what more attendees can expect.
Fire breaks out in downtown Chicago Target store
The small fire at the store at State and Madison streets was extinguished by sprinklers.
Fire breaks out at downtown Chicago Target store
There was a large response from emergency crews, and the store at 1 S. State St. was evacuated.
Chicago Loop Alliance declares Sundays on State a success this year
A survey found 76 percent of attendees said the event positively affected their feelings about the Loop.
Thousands to attend last Sundays on State of the year in Chicago's Loop
The event featuring food, drinks, art, and other items will kick off at 11 a.m. and run until 6 p.m.
Person shot, run over at 87th and State
The victim was taken to an area hospital in critical condition.
Person shot, run over at 87th and State
The victim was taken to an area hospital in critical condition.
Concerned neighbor demands action on abandoned, collapsing house in Roseland
"It's dangerous," said Bi Nah Davis as he looked at the house at 10222 S. State St. "I live around the corner from that house, and that's my route home every day."
Neighbor wants action on abandoned, collapsing house in Roseland
An abandoned home that is falling apart in Roseland is not only a sore sight to see, but it is dangerous and hazardous for neighbors. CBS 2's Shardaa Gray reports.
The Gateway "people plaza" reopens
A "people plaza" reopened on Thursday in the Loop, just in time for summer gatherings.
The Gateway "people plaza" reopens for the summer on State Street
First opened in 2013, the plaza features seating and tables, shade umbrellas, planters, trees, and public artwork.
Memorial Day Parade on State Street happening Saturday
Chicago is hosting its annual Memorial Day Parade this weekend and CBS 2’s Audrina Bigos will serve as the emcee for the event. Ann Hickey, from Cultural Affairs and Special Events, and the parade's Grand Marshal Major General Rodney Boyd tell us what families can expect at this year's parade.
Police probe shooting that wounded three in River North
Two men – ages 22 and 26 – remained in critical condition at Northwestern Memorial Hospital Sunday afternoon after being shot multiple times throughout the body. CBS 2's Shardaa Gray reports.
Suspect charged in stabbing that seriously wounded man in Pritzker Park downtown
The victim was taken to Northwestern Memorial Hospital and was reported in critical condition at the time.
Stabbing leaves man critically wounded in Pritzker Park downtown
The park where the stabbing happened is just north of the Harold Washington Library.
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.
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.
Shooting wounds two teenage boys on IIT campus in Bronzeville
One of them was left in critical condition.
Bronzeville shooting leaves at least two wounded
The site of the shooting is next to the Illinois Institute of Technology. It was not immediately learned whether the victims were connected with the university. CBS 2's Jermont Terry reports.
Four juveniles arrested after crashing stolen car on South Side
The crash at 83rd and State streets also left an Illinois State Police trooper injured. CBS 2's Tara Molina reports.
Illinois state trooper, 10-year-old among five injured in Chatham crash
The crash happened at 83rd and State streets, right off the Dan Ryan Expressway.
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Woman's body left on side of the road in Lake County
Police said it appeared the woman was the victim of a homicide and that her body was dumped during the early morning hours.
Chicago police search for suspects who wounded bystander
Police said the three men were involved in an aggravated battery on September 16th.
Chicago department stores of the past come alive in Elmhurst exhibit
There was a time when if you wanted to go shopping, you used to have to come downtown to the city's big department stores to get what you needed.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Rainy on Friday
According to CBS 2 Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon, it'll be partly cloudy and not as cold Wednesday night with lows in the low 30s.
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Migrants say they were kicked out of Chicago Police station and into frigid cold
"This is not a game," a police captain is heard saying on video. "I want everybody out this station; out this lobby… all this junk out of here."
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Woman's body left on side of the road in Lake County
Police said it appeared the woman was the victim of a homicide and that her body was dumped during the early morning hours.
Chicago police search for suspects who wounded bystander
Police said the three men were involved in an aggravated battery on September 16th.
Chicago department stores of the past come alive in Elmhurst exhibit
There was a time when if you wanted to go shopping, you used to have to come downtown to the city's big department stores to get what you needed.
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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.
Could 'design flaw' blamed for Yellow Line accident be a broader problem on the CTA?
The National Transportation Safety Board said the Chicago Transit Authority was operating on out-of-date information with regard to stopping lengths.
After 38 are injured when CTA train hits snowplow, questions about what went wrong
National Transportation Safety Board investigators will be digging into the train crash - piece by piece.
Parents furious after girls are subjected to racist taunts at Minooka Community High
Minooka Community High School has faced allegations of tolerating racism in the classroom before.
Fallen Chicago firefighter Andrew Price remembered as a "light of sunshine"
Price's body was escorted to the Medical Examiner's office alongside his friends and family on Monday.
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Former Illinois House GOP leader Jim Durkin won't run for Cook County state's attorney
"If you're going to run in a race, you have to run knowing that you have a good chance of winning, and I see no path winning with Trump at the top of the ticket," Durkin said.
U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin leads Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on gun violence crisis
"Across the country, gun violence is a public health epidemic, plain and simple," Durbin said.
Jurors hear wiretapped conversations between Ed Burke, mole Danny Solis
At the time, Solis was also a sitting member of the Chicago City Council, as alderman of the 25th Ward.
House begins latest effort to expel George Santos after damning ethics probe
The House will try for a third time this year to expel New York Rep. George Santos after the Ethics Committee released a scathing report detailing his alleged lawbreaking.
Burger King franchisee operations manager testifies on pressure from former Ald. Ed Burke
Meanwhile, one of the attorneys for Burke co-defendant Peter Andrews tested positive for COVID-19.
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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.
Whereabouts of Chicago area woman's 2019 tax return is a mystery for more than three years
CBS 2's Lauren Victory unraveled what went wrong.
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UChicago study finds fatty acid found in some red meat can help fight cancer
Before you grab your steak knife, the scientists emphasize that the point of the study is not to advise people to eat more red meat.
Northwestern student says he was hit by norovirus outbreak, and it sent him to ER
The City of Evanston has linked the outbreak to the Big Wig Tacos & Burritos at 950 Church St. in downtown Evanston, which had a $1 burrito night for Northwestern students this past weekend.
Norovirus outbreak linked to $1 burrito special for Northwestern University students
Investigators have learned that people reported stomach cramps, vomiting, and diarrhea after eating at Big Wig Tacos & Burritos.
Peaches, plums, nectarines recalled due to deadly listeria outbreak
CDC investigating fruit from HMC Farms after one person died and 10 are hospitalized following a listeria outbreak.
Another eye drop recall pulls 28 products from store shelves
Kilitch Healthcare India is recalling the products more than three weeks after the FDA warned against their use.
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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.
Chicago's Berlin nightclub closes doors; union says club made "wrong decision"
Berlin announced that "the party" ended at 5 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 19.
Chicago's Big Shoulders Coffee tops list of best independent coffee shops
"With multiple locations in the Chicago area, Big Shoulders Coffee is a must-stop for no-nonsense artisan beans, roasted to perfection," USA Today wrote.
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Blackhawks get goals from Dickinson, 3 others, top Kraken
The Blackhawks had dropped six of seven. They held off the Kraken in the final minutes.
Bulls get pounded by Celtics, have now lost 8 of 9
DeMar DeRozan and Coby White led the Bulls with 19 points apiece.
Blackhawks to terminate Corey Perry's contract for "unacceptable" conduct
The Blackhawks said Perry engaged in "unacceptable" conduct that violated terms of his contract and the team's internal policies "intended to promote professional and safe work environment."
Illinois' Newton named Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year
Newton is widely regarded as one of the best defensive linemen in the country and led all Power Five defensive tackles in quarterback pressures.
Northwestern's David Braun named Big Ten Coach of the Year
During what was widely expected to be a difficult season, Northwestern defied the odds and finished the regular season with a 7-5 record, becoming bowl-eligible.
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American Blues Theater opens permanent home on Lincoln Avenue in Chicago
The new venue features two theater spaces – a 137-seat proscenium and a 40-seat rehearsal studio.
Daryl Hall gets restraining order against John Oates
The pair made up the pop rock duo Hall & Oates, and put out 18 studio albums together.
"Blue Bloods" wrapping up in 2024 after its 14th season
A long-time anchor to the Network's successful Friday night lineup, "Blue Bloods" is Friday's #1 primetime program and the #3 broadcast drama on television.
The Rolling Stones tour coming to Chicago's Soldier Field in June
The Solider Field show is scheduled for June 27, 2024.
David Letterman returns to "The Late Show" for first time since 2015
David Letterman hosted "The Late Show" for over 20 years, from 1993 to 2015.
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Day of Giving: Bank of American matching donations
Julie Chavez with the Bank of America community relations team shares more on the Day of Giving.
Day of Giving: On the front lines
The American Red Cross volunteers are responding to disasters and saving lives. Paul Bamman responded to those in need after the wildfires in Maui.
Day of Giving: Joy Squier with the American Red Cross
Joy Squier with the Red Cross joined CBS 2's Audrina Sinclair and Brad Edwards.
Day of Giving: CNA donation
Thank you to CNA Insurance for their $250,000 donation to the American Red Cross during the Day of Giving.
Chicago police search for suspects wounding bystander
Chicago police are asking for your help to identify three suspects - who were running down the street in Albany Park - armed with guns and wounding an innocent bystander.
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Woman's body left on side of the road in Lake County
Police said it appeared the woman was the victim of a homicide and that her body was dumped during the early morning hours.
Police seek to identify men from running gun battle in Chicago in September
It happened in the 3600 block of West Belmont Avenue near Central Park Avenue – just a couple of blocks west of the Belmont Blue Line stop.
Two men charged in shooting of Bedford Park police officer
The officer, who is a veteran with more than 15 years with the Bedford Park Police Department, had emergency surgery on Sunday. At last check, he was still in the ICU, but is expected to make a full recovery.
Jurors hear wiretapped conversations between Ed Burke, mole Danny Solis
At the time, Solis was also a sitting member of the Chicago City Council, as alderman of the 25th Ward.
Video shows thieves smashing into, burglarizing Edgewater neighborhood bakery
Video shows one man pulling out a hammer and breaking the glass. The crooks then climb in through the broken window, and start looking for cash once inside.
