Jumpstart with Jackie: Dior for babies, Swift/Kelce romance goes international
CBS 2's Jackie Kostek has the latest including Dior making products for babies and the Swift/Kelce romance takes a trip to Argentina.
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"The Exorcist: Believer" will be released earlier to avoid competing with Taylor Swift movie
Fans had dubbed the pending double release "Exorswift" on social media.
Taylor's tour heads to the big screen
From filling stadiums to packing movie theatres, Taylor Swift is coming to the big screen. If you couldn't get tickets to her concert, this may be the next best thing. The pop star announced a movie version of her tour.
Taylor Swift's Eras Tour to hit movie theaters in October
"Taylor Swift, the Eras Tour" will hit AMC movie theaters on Oct. 13.
Taylor Swift's Eras Tour to hit movie theaters in October
As she continues to fill up stadiums around the globe, Taylor Swift is not coming to the big screen. For those who couldn't get tickets to her concert, this may be the next best thing. The pop star announced she's debuting a movie version of her latest tour.
Chicago sees record tourism in first half of 2023, but slower years ahead
NASCAR, Beyonce, Taylor Swift, Ed Sheeran, and small armies of conventioneers that are back have helped Chicago shine in a post-COVID spotlight.
With Lollapalooza one day away, Chiacgo enjoying banner year for visitors
Lollapalooza returns to Grant Park on Thursday, and as music fans flock to Chicago, the city is already having a banner year for visitors, but a slight slowdown might soon be coming.
Taylor Swift concerts led to Chicago's highest hotel occupancy ever
The CTA said there were more than 43,000 additional riders compared to a typical Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
Chicago sees all-time high in hotel occupancy after Taylor Swift concerts
When Taylor Swift performed last weekend in Chicago, she not only had a huge impact on her fans but also, the city. Chicago had the highest hotel occupancy ever, according to the city's marketing agency. More than 44,000 hotel rooms were booked each night on Friday and Saturday, an all-time high.
Northwest Indiana man accused of stalking Taylor Swift
He's accused of sending violent, threatening messages to her team and posting threatening videos, starting back in March.
Northwest Indiana man accused of stalking Taylor Swift
He's accused of sending violent, threatening messages to her team and posting threatening videos, starting back in March.
CTA reporting Taylor Swift Eras Tour boost in commuters
A lot of Swifties relied on public transit to get to Soldier Field for the three nights the show was in town.
Limo service canceled hours before Taylor Swift Chicago show for several fans
After months of planning and thousands of dollars spent, their limo ride to the show was canceled less than 24 hours before the show.
Limo company cancels trips for Chicago area Taylor Swift fans causing frustration
Taylor Swift wrapped up her third sold-out night at Soldier Field in Chicago Sunday evening. But the show was nearly ruined for several fans, including a group of moms and their three 10-year-old daughters from the western suburbs. After months of planning and thousands of dollars spent, their limo ride to the show was canceled less than 24 hours before the show. Those affected want more than refunds for their trouble.
Limo service cancellation nearly ruined Lake Zurich's group chance to see Taylor Swift
Taylor Swift wrapped up her third sold-out night at Soldier Field in Chicago Sunday evening. But the show was nearly ruined for several fans. After months of planning and thousands of dollars spent, their limo ride to the show was canceled less than 24 hours before the show. Those affected want more than refunds for their trouble.
Limo service canceled less than 24 hours before Taylor Swift show for group from western suburbs
After months of planning and thousands of dollars spent, their limo ride to the show was canceled less than 24 hours before the show.
Taylor Swift concert, White Sox game make for busy day in Chicago
If you're driving anywhere near Soldier Field, plan ahead and expect delays.
Anti-Cruelty Society offering special adoption pricing in honor of Taylor Swift
It's in honor of Swift's lucky number 13, and her love of cats.
Fans pack Soldier Field for first night of Taylor Swift Eras Tour concerts
More than 50,000 fans swarmed the lakefront stadium for the first of three sold-out shows.
Thousands pack Soldier Field Night 1 of Taylor Swift's Eras Tour
More than 50,000 fans swarmed the lakefront stadium for the first of three sold-out shows. And of course, they were there well ahead of time.
Fans couldn't be more thrilled on night one of Taylor Swift in Chicago
Fans came from the city, the suburbs, and from multiple states away to see Taylor Swift on The Eras Tour at Soldier Field Friday night. CBS 2's Marissa Perlman reports.
Fans describe their excitement to see Taylor Swift at Chicago's Soldier Field
The Swifties were out in full force hours before Taylor Swift was set to take the stage Friday at Chicago's Soldier Field for the first of three concerts for her Eras Tour this weekend.
CBS 2's Noel Brennan gets an education in Taylor Swift ahead of her first Eras Tour concert at Soldi
The Swifties were out in full force hours before Taylor Swift was set to take the stage Friday at Chicago's Soldier Field for the first of three concerts for her Eras Tour this weekend. More than 50,000 fans are expected to pack the stadium each night for the three sold-out shows.
Fans pack Chicago's Soldier Field for first night of Taylor Swift Eras Tour concerts
The Swifties were out in full force hours before Taylor Swift was set to take the stage Friday at Chicago's Soldier Field for the first of three concerts for her Eras Tour this weekend. More than 50,000 fans are expected to pack the stadium. CBS 2 Noel Brennan was there in the thick of it all with the dedicated fans.
Friendly reminders ahead of Taylor Swift's Eras Tour at Soldier Field
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SWAT team responds to West Rogers Park home in connection with bank robbery
A massive police presence was at the scene Friday night.
Health care workers hold vigil in Millennium Park, call for cease-fire in Gaza
The group said 200 health care workers had been killed by Israeli airstrikes.
Metra holiday train hits man on Chicago's West Side
Metra said the pedestrian was alive, but in an unknown condition, upon being rushed to an area hospital.
Chicago's seniors get into the holiday spirit at the Cultural Center
The holidays can be a tough time of year for many of Chicago's seniors.
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Man shot, killed by police in Elk Grove Village
Multiple officers were on the scene when the man walked out of a house with knife in hand, police said.
Chicago woman says towing company demanded over $10,000 to get her car back
Elaine Kelly said when she finally got it back, her car appeared more damaged - with the inside was ransacked and some of her personal property missing.
Nearly a dozen patrons at Chipp Inn robbed at gunpoint in Noble Square
It wasn't the first time the Chipp Inn in Noble Square has been hit by robbers in recent months.
Jussie Smollett conviction upheld by Illinois appeals court
The three-judge panel affirmed the conviction by a 2-1 vote.
Prosecutors detail plan for former Ald. Burke to be paid by developer
With thousands of undercover recordings at their disposal, federal prosecutors spent the week laying out how Burke wanted to be paid for helping the developers of the Old Post Office.
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Chicago woman says towing company demanded over $10,000 to get her car back
Elaine Kelly said when she finally got it back, her car appeared more damaged - with the inside was ransacked and some of her personal property missing.
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.
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Prosecutors detail plan for former Ald. Burke to be paid by developer
With thousands of undercover recordings at their disposal, federal prosecutors spent the week laying out how Burke wanted to be paid for helping the developers of the Old Post Office.
Sandra Day O'Connor, first woman on the Supreme Court, dies at 93
Sandra Day O'Connor was appointed to the U.S. Supreme Court by President Ronald Reagan in 1981, and she retired in 2006.
George Santos expelled from Congress in historic House vote
Rep. George Santos is just the sixth House member in U.S. history to be expelled and the first in more than 20 years.
Emotions run high as Evanston commission weighs resolution for Israel-Hamas cease-fire
People lined up to let city leaders know where they stand on the emotional issue.
As Chicago winters become warmer with less snow, overnight parking rules persist
Since 1980, Chicago's overnight ban prevents motorists from parking on roughly 100 miles of city streets, and about 95% of the time there was no plowable snow.
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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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Bulls guard LaVine sidelined for one week with right foot soreness
The foot may be part of the reason that, according to ESPN, there isn't much of a trade market for LaVine in the league.
Bears among teams discussing Michigan's Harbaugh as potential hire
Will Harbaugh finally make the leap back to the pros?
Vucevic and White lead the way as Bulls beat Bucks in OT
The Bulls trailed 110-109 in overtime when Vucevic cut for a dunk with 2:28 remaining, sparking an eight-point run.
Illinois State knocks off UIC
The Flames (5-3) were led in scoring by Filip Skobalj, who finished with 17 points.
Compher, Fabbri each score 2 goals as Red Wings beat Blackhawks 5-1
Bedard, meanwhile, was so frustrated by Chicago's power play in the pivotal second period that he broke his stick hitting it against the boards before going the bench.
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Rolling Stones announce second concert in Chicago in June 2024
Tickets for the tour go on sale on Dec. 1. For those who signed up, the presale for tickets went live on Wednesday.
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.
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Time to lose the leftovers
In today's handoff, people may still have Thanksgiving leftovers in the fridge, but the USDA said those items now need to go the way of the trashcan.
Pickleball championships take place in Rosemont
The U.S. Indoor Championship is taking place and CBS 2's Marissa Perlman reports from Rosemont for the Association of Pickleball Players' (APP) final event of 2023.
Video shows scene of police shooting in Chicago's northwest suburbs
Initial reports indicate an officer shot someone four times in Elk Grove Village.
Feds' allegations detail how former Ald. Ed Burke set out to be paid by developer
The payment never happened in the case of a deal with the developer of the Old Post Office, but Burke is charged with attempted extortion -- and success is not required for a jury to find him guilty of the charge. CBS 2 Political Reporter Chris Tye reports.
Seniors celebrate the holidays at Chicago Cultural Center party
It was a day of dancing, games, and making new friends at the Chicago Cultural Center. The Department of Family and Support Services hosted the party, to spread joy and encourage seniors to stay connected in the community.
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SWAT team responds to West Rogers Park home in connection with bank robbery
A massive police presence was at the scene Friday night.
Prosecutors detail plan for former Ald. Burke to be paid by developer
With thousands of undercover recordings at their disposal, federal prosecutors spent the week laying out how Burke wanted to be paid for helping the developers of the Old Post Office.
Nearly a dozen patrons at Chipp Inn robbed at gunpoint in Noble Square
It wasn't the first time the Chipp Inn in Noble Square has been hit by robbers in recent months.
Derek Chauvin was stabbed 22 times in federal prison attack, charges say
The U.S. Attorney's Office identified the alleged perpetrator as 52-year-old John Turscak. He now faces charges of attempted murder, assault with intent to commit murder, assault with a dangerous weapon, and assault resulting in serious bodily injury.
Retired Chicago firefighter gets 2 months in prison for Jan. 6 charges
Joseph Pavlik pleaded guilty to two charges related to the riot at the U.S. Capitol.
