Victims of SNAP fraud start receiving reimbursements in Illinois
Advocates argue for a better system to prevent users from losing their benefits to hackers.
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Chicago senior's monthly SNAP benefits fall to $23
On top of reductions stemming from the end of the COVID-19 pandemic, the latest debt ceiling deal has other proposed changes for SNAP beneficiaries.
Illinois Senate committee advances important safety changes to SNAP
CBS 2 Investigator Dorothy Tucker reported in November on the problem with identity theft in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.
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.
Thieves target new victims with more sophisticated card-skimming devices
The latest "skimming" targets: America's poorest consumers, often those receiving food assistance.
A month after cuts to SNAP benefits, food pantries are feeling the pinch
Cuts to food stamp benefits affected 75,000 people in DuPage County, and now those people could see another hit to their wallets.
1 in 4 could lose food stamps under a GOP bill, study says
The food stamp program already has work requirements, but some Republican lawmakers want to make them more stringent.
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City Council confirms Larry Snelling as new CPD superintendent
The final vote was 48-0, with two City Council members not present for the vote.
Lillard dealt to Bucks as part of three-team deal, per report
Lillard had hoped for a trade to the Miami Heat, but instead will head to the Bulls' division opponent.
Powerball jackpot jumps to $850M
Millions of people are feeling lucky as the fourth-largest jackpot in U.S. history will be drawn Wednesday night.
More migrants coming to Chicago on Wednesday
"This is not what a sanctuary city looks like and how do we make this something that is the vision of what we want Chicago to be for the future? I don't think this is the best we can do."
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City Council confirms Larry Snelling as new CPD superintendent
Snelling joined CPD in 1992 as a patrol officer in Englewood and then worked as a sergeant in Morgan Park.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Showers and storms, warmup ahead
Rain tapers off by the evening.
7 more buses bring migrants to Chicago on Tuesday, tying record for most ever
As of Tuesday, more than 15,000 migrants have arrived in Chicago since last August.
Spotted lanternfly found for first time in Illinois
The spotted lanternfly is an invasive species, and if you see one, officials want you to stomp it with your shoe – though you should photograph it to report it first.
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Feds to fund improvements to keep pedestrians off Chicago area railroad tracks
A total of 39 people were killed trespassing on railroad tracks in Illinois last year alone.
Now-dead man suspected in murder of Romeoville family had lengthy criminal record
Nathaniel Huey Jr.'s criminal past should have been a red flag – including a court order banning him from possessing firearms.
Hospital changed disposal procedures after CBS 2 bought empty COVID-19 vaccine vials
After a pharmacy director admitted selling "empty" COVID vaccine vials to CBS 2, the hospital changed policy to protect the public.
Former state inspector Jose Guillen expected to plead guilty to lying about groping women
Guillen was indicted last year on four counts of deprivation of civil rights and one count of obstruction of justice
Electric rental car breaks down, traps Gurnee mom, daughter inside
They turned to CBS 2 Investigators for help after they then got stuck with a big bill.
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Illinois DCFS report card for past two years shows more failures than last review
Last time the state Auditor General updated us, there were 30 major failures by DCFS. This time, it's 33.
Donald Trump and his company "repeatedly" violated fraud law, N.Y. judge rules
"The documents here clearly contain fraudulent valuations that defendants used in business," Judge Engoron wrote in his ruling, ordering Trump's New York business certificates canceled.
Biden joins picket line with UAW workers in Michigan
President Biden said the UAW "saved the auto industry back in 2008," and should reap the benefits of profits now.
Two aldermen want voters to decide if Chicago should remain sanctuary city for migrants
The move comes as the city works to find housing for more than 14,000 asylum seekers who have been brought to Chicago since last August.
House Republicans host forum on Chicago crime; Democrats blast event as political stunt
Some top Democrats have said the GOP should be focusing on avoiding a potential government shutdown ahead of Saturday's budget deadline.
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Indiana AG sues MV Realty, says company is deceptive
MV Realty is based out of Florida, but operates in Indiana and several other states – including Illinois.
Contractor accused of scamming people in need of housework
They accused James Nesbitt of taking off with deposits without completing jobs and complained he didn't respond to customers.
Getting Hosed: Officials finally address on bad water billing at City Council hearing
The Chicago City Council Finance Committee held a hearing Tuesday with the heads of the Water Management and Finance departments.
Chime customer frustrated by slow response after bogus $1,200 charge
She was yet another victim who didn't get their money back until CBS 2 got involved.
Hackers post crude content on Schaumburg spa's Facebook page
While Noelle Fredrick frequently has to straighten up her spa workspace, but what she can't seem to tidy up is her spa's Facebook page.
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Teen who's had two lung transplants gets behind-the-scenes tour of Field Museum
Scientists at the Field Museum showed Josh Burton ways he can still have a career without digging in the dirt.
Northwestern researchers get $45M to develop implant to sense and treat cancer
"From a clinical perspective, this could be a game-changing approach to cancer therapy," said Dr. Jonathan Rivnay.
How to get the new COVID vaccine for free, with or without insurance
Americans still have ways to get vaccinated against COVID-19 at no out-of-pocket cost. Here's what to know.
How FDA's top vaccines official is timing his COVID and flu shots
Can you get your COVID booster and flu shot at the same time? Here's what health experts say.
Silver Cross NICU like a second home for some new parents
Millions of babies are born prematurely every year. That translates to about one in 10 newborns who need extra support in the NICU.
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GM and Stellantis plants in Bolingbrook and Naperville join UAW strike
"We're not going to wait around forever for a fair contract," UAW President Shawn Fain said. "The companies know how to make this right."
Workers at Chicago Ford plant worry they may have to walk off the job amid strike
Hundreds of autoworkers gathered Thursday outside the UAW Local 551 headquarters, 13550 S. Torrence Ave., to protest.
Alderman wants moratorium on Dollar Tree stores, says properties are "filthy"
"I want to see a moratorium on these type of businesses opening up in our city," said Ald. Matt O'Shea (19th). "This happens in communities all across the city of Chicago."
Kroger and Albertsons sell hundreds of stores in a bid to clear merger of the 2 largest US groceries
Grocers Kroger and Albertsons are selling more than 400 stores and other assets to C&S Wholesale Grocers in an approximately $1.9 billion deal as part of their efforts to complete their merger.
Steppenwolf Theatre announces layoffs of 13 staffers
The company said it has been "negatively impacted by a protracted post-pandemic economic recovery for our sector and the rising cost of inflation,"
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Lillard dealt to Bucks as part of three-team deal, per report
Lillard had hoped for a trade to the Miami Heat, but instead will head to the Bulls' division opponent.
Eloy Jiménez hits three-run homer, but White Sox get clobbered by Diamondbacks
José Ureña (0-7) surrendered seven runs — four earned — and four hits in four-plus innings.
Cubs blow six-run lead, lose to Braves
The victory eliminated the wild-card contending Cubs from the NL Central race, giving the title to the Milwaukee Brewers.
Former NFL QB says Bears should play to Justin Fields' strengths
The former NFL MVP said the Bears should allow Fields to use his legs more to open up the passing game.
New faces on the Blackhawks prepare to begin preseason
Nick Foligno is entering his 17th season, but already feels like he's learning from the team's younger players and No. 1-overall pick Connor Bedard.
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"Survivor" returns for season 45 Wednesday, Sept. 27 at 8 p.m. ET
Through longer weekly episodes, "Survivor" will take a deeper dive into the players' stories as they're stranded on the stunning islands of Fiji.
Hollywood writers, studios reach tentative deal to end strike
Terms of the deal must still be ratified by the WGA's approximately 11,000 members.
Hundreds of local artists take stages at Chicago Live! at Navy Pier
The event is the Midwest's largest free performing arts festival.
Usher to headline Super Bowl halftime show in Las Vegas
Usher will perform at the Super Bowl halftime show in Las Vegas on Feb. 11, 2024.
"The Amazing Race" set to return for milestone 35th season
The Emmy Award-winning series returns for its biggest season yet with 90-minute original episodes starting Wednesday, Sept. 27.
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Four days left to avoid a government shutdown
There are dueling strategies to keep the government going, but right now it doesn't look like the Republican House or the Democratic Senate will pass each other's bills.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Sunshine returns
CBS 2 Meteorologist Ed Curran has a look at the extended forecast.
WGA writers head back to work
After five months on the picket line, WGA writers are heading back to work.
More migrants coming to Chicago on Wednesday
CBS 2's Asal Rezaei reports community volunteer groups said resources are running out as more migrants are set to arrive in the city before the end of the day.
U.S. soldier who crossed South Korea's border into North Korea, is back in U.S. custody
Travis King, the young American soldier who crossed the border on foot from South Korea into North Korea in July, was back in U.S. custody Wednesday, U.S. officials confirmed.
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Neighbors want action after repeated armed robbery sprees in Chicago neighborhoods
Police laid out their plans to combat the crisis Tuesday night.
Oak Park on alert after armed robberies, carjackings over the weekend
There were four armed robberies, one carjacking, and one aggravated assault that was believed to be an attempted robbery in Oak Park early Sunday.
Northwest Indiana man faces multiple felonies in hit-run accident
Pete Baum, 48, of Hobart, was charged Tuesday for causing the accident on Sunday evening.
Man charged with holding knife to woman's throat in Round Lake
Gerzin Ramirez-Perez, 33, has been charged with one felony count of aggravated unlawful restraint and two misdemeanor counts of domestic battery.
DePaul to boost security after string of robberies on campus
The university announced a series of measures to enhance safety on its campuses in the wake of the robbery incidents.
