
Tickets for Chance the Rapper's 'Acid Rap' celebration concert on sale Friday
Chance is celebrating the 10-year anniversary of his breakout mixtape "Acid Rap."
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Chance is celebrating the 10-year anniversary of his breakout mixtape "Acid Rap."
Chance is celebrating the 10-year anniversary of his breakout mixtape "Acid Rap."
To get an idea of what it takes to host a DNC, CBS 2's Charlie De Mar spoke with a leader on the host committee for Philadelphia in 2016.
Prominent Illinois Democrats gathered to celebrate Chicago's selection to host the 2024 Democratic National Convention in a return to form after COVID uncertainty in 2020. To get an idea of what it takes to host a Democratic National Convention, CBS 2's Charlie De Mar spoke with a leader on the host committee for Philadelphia in 2016 about what lessons they learned.
The announcement, not surprisingly, took the tone of an Illinois Democratic Party love fest – and brought out all of the state's political heavy-hitters.
As CBS 2 Political Investigator Dana Kozlov reports, city and state leaders and Democratic Party bigshots gathered Wednesday to reveal new details about how it will all come together.
From a business standpoint, one trade group representative said the convention is nothing but good news.
As Mayor Lori Lightfoot gets ready to leave office, she is counting this announcement as a political victory. CBS 2's Charlie De Mar reports.
Chicago is the choice to host the 2024 Democratic National Convention. Sources said President Joe Biden personally picked Chicago over other finalists, including Atlanta and New York, because Illinois is in the heart of the "blue wall" - a collection of Midwest states that have been key to Democratic victories in recent elections.
The Chicago Blackhawks reportedly won't wear pride-themed warmup jerseys before Sunday's Pride Night game over safety concerns for its Russian players.
A recent Russian law expands restrictions on activities seen as promoting LGBTQ rights.
The deal includes raises, new health insurance coverage, paid parental leave, and increased pension contributions.
It was a 98% yes vote by members of UNITE HERE Local 1.
Concession workers at the United Center will soon vote after a tentative agreement was reached with Levy to avoid a potential strike, the company announced Sunday.
Concession workers at the United Center will soon vote after a tentative agreement was reached with Levy - avoiding a potential strike, the company announced Sunday.
The Cure said Illinois is among states that "actually have laws in place that protect scalpers."
The band is also singling out Illinois for making it harder to curb resellers.
The two sides are due to continue contract talks on Saturday, but the union said "a strike could begin at any moment, including during the Big Ten Tournament.
CBS 2's Mugo Odigwe reports there was a bargaining session Tuesday night, but no agreement was reached. It's not clear how this will impact Wednesday night's tournament, which begins at 5:30 p.m.
And if the man with more than 40 hit singles isn't enough for you, then say "Hello" to his tour mates - Earth, Wind and Fire.
Lionel Richie is brining his Sing a Song All Night Long tour to the United Center on Saturday, August 5th.
Concession workers at the United Center are fighting for better wages just days before the Big Ten Tournament comes to the stadium.
The Big Ten is just days away, but concession workers at the United Center have authorized a one-day strike ahead of the tournament.
The Big Ten is just days away, but concession workers at the United Center have authorized a one-day strike ahead of the tournament.
Comedian and actor Adam Sandler is bringing his tour to Chicago Sunday night.
The CTA said there were more than 43,000 additional riders compared to a typical Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
The woman fought with the Social Security Administration to get a decade's worth of back payments and brought it to the bank, which is when a new problem started.
Daley even stopped for a few quick pictures, with his brother John P. Daley serving as the photographer.
This method of theft is a first for even seasoned police investigators.
Mourners packed the baseball field at Simeon High School for a balloon release honoring Kevin Thunderbird, 36.
The charges would be the first to arise from special counsel Jack Smith's investigations into former President Donald Trump.
The woman fought with the Social Security Administration to get a decade's worth of back payments and brought it to the bank, which is when a new problem started.
A complaint filed by an attorney disciplinary commission accused the former judge of misusing thousands of dollars belonging to the veteran.
The CTA said there were more than 43,000 additional riders compared to a typical Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
Daley even stopped for a few quick pictures, with his brother John P. Daley serving as the photographer.
Police said the 38-year-old officer was arrested coming out of a Norwood Park neighborhood bar early Friday morning.
It is unclear whether either of the two people charged in each shooting actually fired a weapon.
The report found, in all six dioceses in Illinois, there were 451 Catholic clerics and religious brothers who abused nearly 2,000 children.
Gov. JB Pritzker is poised to sign the bill that will help hold "reckless" gun manufacturers and advertisers accountable in court.
If passed, Arab Americans and minority groups from the Middle East will be separately recognized.
The charges would be the first to arise from special counsel Jack Smith's investigations into former President Donald Trump.
"It's nine of us. We have the largest queer city council in the country," Robinson said.
Pat Robertson turned a tiny Virginia station into the global Christian Broadcasting Network.
Donald Trump's legal team has been informed that the former president is a target of the federal criminal investigation into possible mishandling of classified information.
The budget includes $250 million for early childhood education programs including money to eliminate childcare deserts.
The hype for Taylor is high – and so is the chance of online vendors taking advantage of fans.
Both Chicago and Cook County have their own separate minimum wage ordinances, both setting higher rates than set by Illinois state law.
US Centers for Disease Control says teenagers are three times more likely to be involved in a fatal accident compared to older drivers.
The Smashing Pumpkins just released ATUM, a three-act rock opera, on Friday, May 5. But if it were up to the hacker, some of the album would've been released months ago.
The FDA is concerned about the effectiveness of the pill in overweight women and if individuals would follow the instructions properly.
CBS 2 cameras first spotted a notice about a measles outbreak over the weekend, but it's unclear how or why that sign was posted.
CBS 2 headed over to the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab in Streeterville to check out specialized equipment used to care for patients.
One doctor who tried to help said she was stunned by why
Chicago health officials urge vaccinations after more than 30 cases were reported in Chicago since April.
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter's dementia diagnosis was announced as former President Jimmy Carter continues to receive hospice care.
The pop-up restaurant celebrates the iconic fashion doll with Barbie-themed food and drinks.
Population loss, as calculated by the 2020 U.S. Census, recently cost Illinois a congressional seat.
The work is taking place even though the new stadium is still far from a done deal.
Both Chicago and Cook County have their own separate minimum wage ordinances, both setting higher rates than set by Illinois state law.
A local shea butter skincare brand has recently joined the ranks of legacy brands, making it onto shelves of beauty retailer Ulta.
Clevinger allowed three runs and six hits in 5 2/3 innings.
Eloy Jiménez hit a go-ahead homer in the seventh inning off Michael King, and the Chicago White Sox beat the New York Yankees 6-5 in the opener of a doubleheader to extend their winning streak to a season-high five games.
The league will welcome in USC and UCLA and usher out divisions.
NBC Sports chair Pete Bevacqua has been tabbed to replace Swarbrick, who's overseen the department since 2008.
Entering his second year, Brisker isn't mincing words on his feelings about how that rookie season went.
All eyes are on the Tony Awards, set to air June 11 on CBS and streaming on Paramount+.
The actors' union, which has roughly 160,000 members, voted overwhelmingly to strike if negotiations with studios turn sour.
The choir is back in full force, after being forced to miss some big performances due to the pandemic.
Mike Smail, director of theaters and visualization at the Adler, joined CBS 2's Brad Edwards on the stream Friday.
Yondorf died on Wednesday, May 17, after a battle with cancer.
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.
A suburban woman fought with the Social Security Administration to get a decade's worth of back payments. She finally won and brought the prized check to a bank. That set off a whole new battle. CBS 2's Lauren Victory looked into the situation.
Former Chicago Mayor Richard M. Daley attended an awards reception at the Chicago Architecture Center on Thursday night. Five cities were honored with a Water Equity Community Award, which provides funding to help remove lead water lines.
Naperville police are warning about expensive jewelry being taken right off senior citizens in several shopping center parking lots. CBS 2's Charlie De Mar had the details behind this unique scam that is a first, even for seasoned investigators.
Dozens of family and friends gathered to remember a beloved father of three-star athletes who was shot and killed in Hyde Park. Mourners packed the baseball field at Simeon High School for a balloon release honoring Kevin Thunderbird, 36. He was an alum of Simeon and graduated in 2005.
The best looks from the 62nd annual GRAMMY Awards on CBS.
Red carpet looks from the 61st annual GRAMMY Awards on CBS.
Meet Akiem Hicks
Meetup with Jed Hoyer