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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Driver of party bus that rammed into a dozen vehicles in Chicago facing charges
Gregory Baldwin of Valparaiso, Indiana, is facing several charges but none for impairment at the time of the crash.
Chicago Police promise increased CTA patrols, but riders don't see more officers
CBS 2 asked CPD why riders didn't see more officers Sunday. Police said they will be able to clarify that with an additional press conference Monday.
Fallen Chicago police officer Ella French honored in special ceremony 1 year after her death
It's been one year since the officer was shot and killed during a traffic stop.
Chicago Weather Alert: Scattered downpours, possible flooding
Although widespread severe storms are not expected, storms producing gusty winds and torrential downpours will be possible.
Stephen Marlow, suspected of 4 murders, captured by police after multi-state manhunt
In a video he posted he mentioned friends in Chicago, which prompted investigators to think he could have been heading to the Chicago area.
6 killed, 40 wounded in weekend shootings across Chicago
At least seven people are dead, and 45 others are wounded after weekend shootings across the city so far.
Multiple cars hit by party bus in Northalsted neighborhood
People on Chicago's North Side were forced to run for safety as an out-of-control party bus sideswiped a string of cars Saturday.
16-year-old boy charged with attempted carjacking in West Lawn
The boy was identified as the offender who attempted to take a vehicle from a man in West Lawn.
Man shot, seriously wounded during altercation at party in North Austin
A man is shot during an altercation in the North Austin neighborhood Sunday morning.
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Driver of party bus that rammed into a dozen vehicles in Chicago facing charges
Gregory Baldwin of Valparaiso, Indiana, is facing several charges but none for impairment at the time of the crash.
Chicago Police promise increased CTA patrols, but riders don't see more officers
CBS 2 asked CPD why riders didn't see more officers Sunday. Police said they will be able to clarify that with an additional press conference Monday.
Fallen Chicago police officer Ella French honored in special ceremony 1 year after her death
It's been one year since the officer was shot and killed during a traffic stop.
Chicago Weather Alert: Scattered downpours, possible flooding
Although widespread severe storms are not expected, storms producing gusty winds and torrential downpours will be possible.
Stephen Marlow, suspected of 4 murders, captured by police after multi-state manhunt
In a video he posted he mentioned friends in Chicago, which prompted investigators to think he could have been heading to the Chicago area.
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$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.
Englewood building residents go for 12 days without water service
That length of time made for a rough situation for people living in the building, and raised questions about why it took so long.
How did a driver end up going the wrong way on I-90, causing crash that killed six?
The Illinois Secretary of State's office said the women, Jennifer Fernandez of Carpentersville, had a valid driver's license and no offenses on her record.
Getting Hosed: North Lawndale landlord's water bill jumps from $200 to $20,000 for one month
Yasser Almanaseer said he has had no luck in getting it fixed.
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Indiana becomes 1st to approve abortion ban post Roe
The Indiana Legislature on Friday approved the near-total abortion ban with some exceptions, including in cases of rape, incest, and to protect the life and physical health of the mother.
Illinois abortion clinics have been flooded with patients since Roe overturning; new Indiana law could mean even more
More than a month after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, a better idea is emerging of how big the impact has been on Illinois clinics.
Republicans pick Milwaukee to host 2024 national convention
The decision was all-but sealed after opposition in Nashville lead to that city's council on Tuesday rejecting a draft agreement for hosting the event.
Arizona, Missouri, Kansas, Michigan and Washington primary results
Abortion was on the ballot in Kansas, while Trump's influence was put to the test in swing state Arizona.
New men's homeless shelter in Rogers Park has green light, but not everyone likes the idea
"Our community's feelings about this are complex and the concerns are complex," said Ald. Maria Hadden (49th).
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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.
Are we in a recession? An expert says yes, but there's a sliver of good news about falling prices
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.
Flight delays and cancellations are expected to be a disaster this holiday weekend
Buckle up for a weekend of travel chaos – starting Thursday, mass delays and cancellations are expected just to get worse heading into the holiday weekend.
After losing rental income, Chicago man gets stuck with long wait from state assistance program
Rental income was part of a Chicago man's retirement plan, but that hit a snag when his renters lost their jobs during the pandemic.
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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.
Are "Novids" special or just lucky at avoiding COVID-19?
It's estimated that more than 70% of Americans have had COVID, but we all know someone who says they've never had it.
Northalsted Market Days organizers focus on safety amid monkeypox outbreak
Market Days will be held this Saturday and Sunday along Halsted Street from Addison Street south to Belmont Avenue.
Gov. Pritzker declares monkeypox virus outbreak in Illinois a Public Health Emergency
The proclamation takes effect immediately and will remain in place for 30 days.
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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.
Meet Kyriakos 'Carl' Damianides, proudly at the helm of the Sky-Ride Tap downtown for 50 years
Imagine working at a place 50 years and hoping for 50 more – all because of the people.
Are we in a recession? An expert says yes, but there's a sliver of good news about falling prices
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.
More Illinois Black, Latino business owners receive marijuana retail licenses
The state issued 149 retail licenses on Friday, more than doubling the number of pot shops statewide.
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Dunning blanks old team, García 5 RBIs as Texas routs ChiSox
Dane Dunning allowed one hit in seven dominant innings against his former team for his first win since April, and Adolis García drove in five runs as the Texas Rangers shut out the Chicago White Sox 8-0 on Saturday night.
Smyly finally wins at home as Cubs beat Marlins 4-0
Drew Smyly tossed shutout ball into the seventh inning for his first win at Wrigley Field for the Cubs, leading Chicago past the Miami Marlins 4-0 on Saturday.
Dylan Cease pitches 6 strong innings, White Sox beat Rangers
Dylan Cease pitched six strong innings, Eloy Jimenez hit a tiebreaking solo home run and the Chicago White Sox beat the Texas Rangers on Friday night.
Chicago Fire goalkeeper Gabriel Slonina signs with Chelsea
The young phenom goalkeeper will finish out the season in Chicago before heading over to the English Premier League.
Sky beat Washington Mystics, tie franchise record with 24 regular-season wins
The Sky have a two-game lead over second-place Las Vegas with four games to play.
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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.
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."
Mary Alice, Emmy and Tony winning actress, dead at 85
She won a Tony Award for her starring role in "Fences" on Broadway, and an Emmy Award for her supporting role in the TV series "I'll Fly Away."
Will Smith addresses Chris Rock slap at Oscars in apology video
Smith said he didn't apologize during his Oscar's acceptance speech because he was "fogged out by that point."
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Man wanted in connection to 4 murders in Ohio arrested in Kansas
In a video he posted he mentioned friends in Chicago, which prompted investigators to think he could have been heading to the Chicago area.
Driver of party bus that rammed into a dozen vehicles in Chicago facing charges
Gregory Baldwin of Valparaiso, Indiana, is facing several charges but none for impairment at the time of the crash.
Chicago Police promise increased CTA patrols, but riders don't see more officers
CBS 2 asked CPD why riders didn't see officers Sunday. Police said they will be able to clarify that with an additional press conference Monday.
Ed's Tech Notes: Is tech always necessary?
Tech enhances some experiences but do we always need it? CBS 2's Ed Curran takes us back to when less was more.
Chicago Weather Alert: Heavy rain by afternoon
A flood watch is up for DeKalb and McHenry counties, where up to 2 inches of rain has already fallen.
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