Woman Killed, 2 People Injured In Austin Fire
The fire started around 3 a.m. in a two-story apartment building behind a storefront near Chicago and Lockwood avenues.
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State Street Businesses Hire Armed Security Guards
A pair of guards, which the Chicago Loop Alliance calls "street ambassadors," began making their rounds on Thursday, walking the beat from Congress Parkway to Wacker Drive.
Tregg Duerson, Mike Adamle To Testify On Proposed Youth Tackle Football Ban
The son of Bears great Dave Duerson was in Springfield on Thursday to urge lawmakers to approve legislation aimed at preventing concussions in young football players.
Late Teacher Remembered As Pioneer Of Online Education
Janet Barnstable, 78, was known around the world as an educator, connecting hundreds of classrooms in 23 different countries.
School Board To Vote On Englewood High School Consolidation Plan
Members of the Chicago Teachers Union have said the entire plan should be scrapped.
Johnson To Urge Lawmakers To OK Gun Control Bill Named For CPD Cmdr. Paul Bauer
Chicago Police Supt. Eddie Johnson and other top police brass were headed to Springfield on Tuesday, in an effort to convince lawmakers to ban the sales of body armor and high-capacity ammunition magazines.
Toddler Stabbed To Death In Little Village
Around 2 p.m. Wednesday, police found the toddler dead inside a 3rd floor apartment the 2700 block of South Avers Avenue.
Popular Televangelist Billy Graham Dead At 99
Graham, who had been battling Parkinson's disease, was found dead Tuesday morning at his home in North Carolina.
Flood Threats Continue For Chicago Area Rivers After Storms End
Flood warnings and advisories remained in effect for many Chicago area rivers Wednesday morning, as water continued to rise in the wake of heavy rains and melting snow across the region.
Swollen Little Calumet River Has Hammond, Munster Worried About Flood
As of 10 a.m., the river measured at 14 feet in Munster, two feet above flood stage. Forecasts show it could reach 15.5 feet before it begins to recede.
Flooding From Steady Storms Closes Several Chicago Area Roads
The National Weather Service has issued a flood warning through 10:45 a.m. for most of the Chicago area, and a flood watch through late Tuesday night.
Police Warn Of CTA Pedway Tunnel Robberies
According to a community alert, a group of five young men who frequent the CTA tunnels connecting the Red and Blue lines repeatedly have surrounded pedestrians, showed a handgun, beaten the victims, and stolen their property.
Asian Communities Celebrate Lunar New Year
Happy New Year! Yes, it's mid-February, but in several Asian countries where they follow the cycles of the moon, Friday is the Lunar New Year.
Multiple Crashes Overnight Amid Reports Of Black Ice
Icy roads might be to blame for a deadly crash on the Stevenson Expressway overnight. Illinois State Police said an SUV was merging onto northbound I-55 at Cicero, when the driver lost control, and the vehicle rolled over.
Whether Work Or Play, Snow Day Keeping Kids And Adults Busy
Friday was a snow day for many kids and adults alike, with most schools closed and plenty of people staying home from work due to the snowstorm, but that didn't mean it was a lazy start to the weekend.
Drivers Busy Preparing For Winter Storm
With as much as a foot of snow possible for some parts of the Chicago area by tomorrow night, it seems like everyone is scrambling to make sure they have all the emergency essentials they might need, but those items aren't always easy to find.
Road Crews, Airports Prepare For Daylong Snowstorm That Could Dump 10+ Inches
The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning, in effect from Thursday evening through Friday evening across most of northern Illinois.
Judge Denies Request To Release 'Serial Stowaway' Marilyn Hartman
A Cook County judge ruled 66-year-old Marilyn Hartman must remain in jail for now, denying her defense attorney's request to send her to a shelter for homeless former inmates.
More Snow Making For Slick Morning Commute; Another Storm Coming Thursday Night
Heavy snow on Thursday and Friday could add 5 to 9 inches to what is already on the ground on Wednesday.
Flu Outbreak Closes British International School In Lincoln Park
Officials will spend the day cleaning and disinfecting the Lincoln Park campus of the British International School of Chicago, after students and staff came down with both influenza and stomach flu.
January Shootings, Murders Drop Compared To 2017
Wednesday's spate of gun violence brought the total number of shooting victims in January to 195, and the total number of murders in January to 39.
'Serial Stowaway' To Undergo Psychiatric Exam
A Cook County judge ordered a behavioral clinic exam for Marilyn Hartman during her back-to-back court hearings Wednesday morning.
One Wounded In Berwyn Shooting
The victim was found shot in a car in the parking lot outside the Berwyn Health Department, at 26th and Clarence, around midnight.
Police Warn Of Burglars Posing As Utility Workers
In a community alert, police said burglars posed as utility workers to gain entry into homes, and then steal property from inside.
Trump To Roll Out Immigration Plan
The Trump administration has said their plan would provide a pathway to citizenship for nearly 2 million undocumented immigrants.
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Chicago Police officer hit by flying glass in shootout in Back of the Yards
The CFD said an officer suffered an abrasion to her arm from glass, and was treated on the scene.
Morgan State University mass shooting: 5 shot on campus, search for suspect ongoing
Police say four of the five victims are students and none of the victims appear to have life-threatening wounds.
Bulls take training camp to Nashville as they try to return to playoffs
It'll be Billy Donovan's fourth season with the Bulls and the team hasn't won a playoff series since 2015.
Bears vs. Commanders: 3 things to watch in Thursday's Week 5 matchup
The Bears were better last week, but still not good enough.
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Embattled Illinois DCFS Director Marc Smith to step down at end of the year
Smith's resignation announcement comes a week after an Illinois Auditor General's report revealed dozens of major failures by DCFS over the past two years.
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.
NASCAR Chicago Street Race to return to Grant Park in 2024
Mayor Brandon Johnson, who inherited the event from his predecessor, Lori Lightfoot, previously had been noncommittal about bringing the race back.
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Chicago Police officer hit by flying glass in shootout in Back of the Yards
The CFD said an officer suffered an abrasion to her arm from glass, and was treated on the scene.
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Acts of hate are on the rise in Illinois, disturbing new report says
CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey has been combing through the new report, which highlights a rise in antisemitism, incidents involving white supremacists, and attacks on LGBTQ+ businesses.
Victim of botched Chicago police raid in 2017 to get $300,000 settlement
Police raided Sharnia Phillips' home while searching for two gang members who had never lived there.
Despite rise in catalytic converter theft, few arrests made in Chicago
Despite years of city leaders and lawmakers trying to fix the problem, the thieves are almost never caught.
Child care providers face "cliff" with pandemic funds set to expire
The American Rescue Plan funding has helped thousands of child care centers across Illinois pay their staff, upgrade their facilities and keep cots lower for parents.
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.
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Embattled Illinois DCFS Director Marc Smith to step down at end of the year
Smith's resignation announcement comes a week after an Illinois Auditor General's report revealed dozens of major failures by DCFS over the past two years.
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.
Mayor Brandon Johnson creates post for Chicago's first chief homelessness officer
The new position in the mayor's cabinet would be tasked with coordinating efforts across city departments to provide shelter for all people.
Mayor Johnson reemphasizes point on need to help asylum seekers
During a news conference, Mayor Johnson said he has been in touch with the White House and state officials for nearly 20 weeks – asking for aid and help with coordination.
As autoworkers' strike hits 19th day, U.S. Rep. Mike Quigley calls for resolution
On Friday, approximately 4,600 Ford workers at the Chicago Assembly Plant at 126th Street and Torrence Avenue on the Southeast Side joined the strike.
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Nonprofit dance group owed nearly $50,000 for holiday show performance
The company that owed the money also hadn't paid other entities for security and the venue for the show.
Kia, Hyundai models recalled due to fire risk; separate concerns about security flaws persist
Hyundai warned drivers to park their cars outside until they can get the necessary repairs.
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.
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COVID vaccine during pregnancy helps protect newborns, new study finds
The findings are just the latest to show benefits from COVID vaccination during pregnancy.
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.
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As autoworkers' strike hits 19th day, U.S. Rep. Mike Quigley calls for resolution
On Friday, approximately 4,600 Ford workers at the Chicago Assembly Plant at 126th Street and Torrence Avenue on the Southeast Side joined the strike.
Autoworkers' strike against Ford leads to layoffs at suburban Chicago stamping plant
The layoffs took effect Saturday, Sept. 30.
Union files labor complaint after Signature Room at former John Hancock closes abruptly
No notice was given to the 132 restaurant employees represented by UNITE HERE Local 1, the union said.
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.
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Bulls take training camp to Nashville as they try to return to playoffs
It'll be Billy Donovan's fourth season with the Bulls and the team hasn't won a playoff series since 2015.
Bears vs. Commanders: 3 things to watch in Thursday's Week 5 matchup
The Bears were better last week, but still not good enough.
Eberflus focused on Washington despite questions over job security
The Bears might get a boost on the offensive line with Teven Jenkins healing well, but the secondary will remain thin for Thursday night's game.
Fans came from all over to see Lionel Messi take on Chicago Fire, but now he might not play
An injury may keep the superstar sidelined – and it has sent ticket prices tanking just a day before the match.
After career-best day, Fields says he only cares about Bears winning
Fields threw for over 300 yards and four touchdowns for the first time in his career last Sunday against the Broncos.
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Man indicted for murder of Tupac Shakur in 1996 drive-by shooting
A Nevada grand jury indicted Duane "Keffe D" Davis in the long-unsolved killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, prosecutors announced in court Friday.
Actor Michael Gambon, who played Harry Potter's Dumbledore, dies at 82
Michael Gambon, the British-Irish actor who portrayed Dumbledore in the latter 6 of the 8 "Harry Potter" movies, has died after a bout of pneumonia.
Teri Bristol, Chicago house music DJ, dies at 66
Bristol began DJing in Chicago in the 1980s, and paved the way for a generation of other women DJs.
"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.
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Bulls take training camp to Nashville as team tries to return to playoff form
The Bulls are back, well, not in Chicago because Billy Donovan and company are in Nashville for five days. The team decided to get away for training camp before they begin the preseason on Sunday in Milwaukee.
Bears vs. Commanders: 3 things to watch in Thursday's Week 5 matchup
The Bears were better last week, but still not good enough. They're hoping to change that on a short week under the lights when they visit the Commanders for Thursday Night Football.
Matt Eberflus doesn't sweat job security as Bears try to break 14-game losing streak
If Bears head coach Matt Eberflus' seat isn't hot, it may very well be preheating. The team has lost 14 straight games and he has a 3-18 record since he took over. CBS 2's Matt Zahn had more on a coach and team desperate to get their first win of this season when they visit the Washington Commanders on Thursday.
Michael Jordan makes the list of America's 400 richest people
Forbes magazine ranked Michael Jordan, the first professional athlete, as one of America's 400 wealthiest people. Jordan enters the list at number 379, having sold his majority stake in the Charlotte Hornets this year.
City leaders from around the globe take bus tour of South Shore
Part of the mission is to help attendees see all of the city by bus - including Chicago's South Side. CBS 2's Marissa Perlman jumped onboard the tour Wednesday.
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Chicago Police officer hit by flying glass in shootout in Back of the Yards
The CFD said an officer suffered an abrasion to her arm from glass, and was treated on the scene.
Morgan State University mass shooting: 5 shot on campus, search for suspect ongoing
Police say four of the five victims are students and none of the victims appear to have life-threatening wounds.
Chicago police warn of string of armed carjackings and robberies on West Side
In a span of about 90 minutes, masked men armed with handguns and rifles carjacked a white BMW X2, used that car to rob two people at gunpoint, and then carjacked another vehicle.
Man dies after being found shot in head on street in Bronzeville
Police classified his death as a homicide.
CTA bus supervisor wounded in Archer Heights shooting
Chicago Fire Department officials confirmed one person was taken to Mount Sinai Hospital after a shooting near 47th and Archer.
