Big Ten Tournament: Rutgers pulls away in 2nd half vs. frigid-shooting Michigan
Cam Spencer scored 18 points and Simpson 13 for the ninth-seeded Scarlet Knights (19-13)
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Illinois holds off Michigan in double overtime
Matthew Mayer opened the second overtime with a 3-pointer and a layup and the Fighting Illini (20-10, 11-8 Big Ten Conference) never trailed again.
Northwestern loses to Michigan, gets swept by Wolverines for season
Boo Buie hit 9 of 19 from the field, including 3 of 6 from distance, and scored 23 points to lead Northwestern.
Northwestern softball falls to Michigan in semifinal
The Wildcats lost to Michigan 2-1.
Michigan Basketball Coach Juwan Howard Suspended For Rest Of Regular Season For Wisconsin Melee
Michigan basketball coach Juwan Howard has been suspended for five regular-season games over the next two weeks and fined $40,000 for and hitting Wisconsin assistant Joe Krabbenhoft in the head.
Michigan's Howard Hits Wisconsin Assistant After Badgers Win
Michigan coach Juwan Howard hit Wisconsin assistant Joe Krabbenhoft after arguing with Wisconsin coach Greg Gard during the handshake line.
Northwestern Misses 3-Pointer At Buzzer, Loses To Michigan
Freshman Caleb Houstan scored 18 points, DeVante' Jones added 15 points with six assists, and Michigan escaped with a victory over Northwestern on Wednesday night.
Cockburn, Frazier Lead No. 25 Illinois Over Michigan
Kofi Cockburn scored 21 points and hauled in 10 rebounds to help No. 25 Illinois beat Michigan on Friday night.
No. 6 Wolverines Clobber Wildcats 33-7 To Remain Undefeated
Rocky Lombardi Throws For 46 Yards And Interception, But Northern Illinois Gets Clobbered By Michigan
A year ago, Michigan fans couldn't be at the Big House as Rocky Lombardi led Michigan State to a 27-24 upset of the Wolverines. There were 106,263 of them there on Saturday, and they enjoyed every minute of Lombardi's return.
Big Ten Has Record 9 NCAA Tourney Teams; 4 Get 1 Or 2 Seeds
The Big Ten again has more teams in the NCAA Tournament than any other conference, including a pair of No. 1 seeds and two No. 2s among its record nine teams in the Big Dance.
No. 9 Buckeyes Edge No. 4 Wolverines, Will Face No. 3 Illini In Big Ten Title Game
Duane Washington Jr. scored 24 points and E.J. Liddell added 18 and No. 9 Ohio State fended off a frantic finish from No. 4 Michigan for a 68-67 victory Saturday and a chance to play for the Big Ten Tournament title.
Northwestern Women Fall To No. 12 Michigan
No. 12 Michigan beat Northwestern on Saturday to snap a two-game losing streak.
NCAA Bracketology: University Of Illinois, Michigan Likely No. 1 Seeds, According To CBS Sports
The Fighting Illini and the University of Michigan both are projected to be No1 seeds in the 2021 NCAA men's college basketball tournament.
No. 4 Illini Dismantle No. 2 Michigan
Andre Curbelo scored 11 of his 17 points in the first half, and No. 4 Illinois dismantled No. 2 Michigan with a smothering defensive performance, routing the Wolverines on Tuesday night.
No. 3 Michigan Continues To Roll With 73-57 Win At Indiana
The Wolverines have won seven straight and are 5-0 since resuming play following a COVID-19 pause. They've also won eight straight over Indiana, three in Bloomington, and it didn't take Michigan long to break this one open.
Illini Women Fall Short By 20 To Michigan
Naz Hillmon scored 24 points and grabbed 13 rebounds and No. 15 Michigan continued its school-best star with a 70-50 win over Illinois on Sunday.
No. 19 Northwestern Routed By No. 16 Michigan
Hunter Dickinson scored 15 of his 19 points in the second half and No. 16 Michigan remained unbeaten with a rout of No. 19 Northwestern on Sunday night.
University Of Michigan Students Issued 'Stay-In-Place' Order Through Election Day
Students who live in U-M housing may only return to their permanent address if they follow U-M testing and checkout procedures.
Big Ten Football Season Set To Begin On Labor Day Weekend
The Big Ten was the last of the Power Five conferences to announce its schedule as college football navigates how to play games amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Sasha Obama Heading To The University of Michigan
Sasha Obama, the younger daughter of former President Barack Obama, will begin her college career at the University of Michigan next week, according to The Detroit News.
Michigan Returning To Sweet 16 After Toppling Florida 64-49
Michigan is back in the Sweet 16 for the third consecutive year after pulling away for a 64-49 win over Florida in the second round of the NCAA Tournament on Saturday.
Charles Matthews' Double-Double Leads Michigan Wolverines To 74-55 Win Over Montana Grizzlies
The Wolverines (29-6) are in the round of 32 for the third straight year. They'll play Florida on Saturday.
Northwestern, University Of Chicago, Make List Of Top U.S. Colleges Based On Graduate Employability
Companies from around the world have ranked U.S. universities by the employability of their graduates in a new report--the Global University Employability Ranking 2018.
Emanuel Makes Final Four Bet With Ann Arbor Mayor
Mayor Rahm Emanuel is making a friendly wager with his counterpart in Ann Arbor, Michigan, for Saturday's Final Four game between the Loyola Ramblers and the Michigan Wolverines.
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8 armed robberies reported overnight across Chicago
At least a dozen people, including two delivery drivers, were robbed of their belongings overnight across Chicago, according to police.
Catch a sneak peek at Jim Henson's Emmet Otter's Jug Band Christmas at Navy Pier
The preview will happen at noon at the wave wall stage near the Ferris Wheel.
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.
Chicago Gourmet ends last day with brunch, Oktoberfest celebrations
It starts with a special brunch hosted by Chefs Art Smith and Lorena Garcia at Navy Pier.
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8 armed robberies reported overnight across Chicago
At least a dozen people, including two delivery drivers, were robbed of their belongings overnight across Chicago, according to police.
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."
SUV left split in half after crash in Schererville, Indiana
The crash happened Saturday night near Route 30 and Burr Street.
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86-year-old man killed in Auburn Gresham shooting
Chicago police said the victim was found outside with a gunshot wound to the left thigh.
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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.
New fraud targets doctors, nurses and other medical professionals
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Chicago alderman calls for ordinance ensuring sidewalk repairs with construction projects
Ald. Gilbert Villegas (36th) is calling out the city's Department of Transportation to work more efficiently.
Retired Cook County judge disbarred over fleecing of late Tuskegee Airman uncle
Patricia Martin admitted to misconduct after being accused of using nearly $250,000 of her uncle's funds for her own personal purposes.
Chicago signs $29M contract with security firm to set up tent "base camps" for migrants
City officials have said the priority for the base camps would be to relocate migrants who have been sleeping on the floors of police stations.
Judge delays order that Chicago State University provide documents at center of Nigerian presidential dispute
Bola Tinubu's political rival, Atiku Abubakar, claims that documents showing that Tinubu graduated from Chicago State in 1979 are not authentic, and that is grounds to nullify Tinubu's election victory earlier this year.
City Council committee backs proposal to raise minimum wage for tipped workers
The ordinance would gradually increase the minimum wage for tipped workers to match the full minimum wage by July 1, 2028.
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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
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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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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.
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.
Free COVID test kits are coming back. Here's how to get them.
The Biden administration is also pouring $600 million into more COVID tests manufacturing across the U.S.
Two people in DuPage County die from West Nile Virus
There have been six human cases reported in DuPage County in 2023.
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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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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.
Altmyer bounces back, leads Illini win over Florida Atlantic, 23-17
Luke Altmyer threw a touchdown pass and ran for another and Isaiah Williams caught eight passes for 120 yards to lead Illinois to a 23-17 win over Florida Atlantic in a non-conference game.
Bellinger hits tiebreaking sacrifice fly as Cubs beat Rockies 6-3
Cody Bellinger hit a tiebreaking sacrifice fly in the seventh inning, and the Chicago Cubs topped the Colorado Rockies 6-3 to improve their position in the NL wild-card standings.
White Sox fall to Red Sox for 10th loss in last 13 games
The White Sox are looking to avoid just their second 100-loss season in 53 years.
Taillon pitches 6 scoreless as Cubs blank Rockies
Seiya Suzuki and Jared Young each hit two-run homers, Jameson Taillon pitched six scoreless innings and the struggling Chicago Cubs improved their playoff chances with a 6-0 win over the Colorado Rockies Friday.
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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.
Chicago LGBTQ+ International Film Festival and South Asian Film Festival begin Thursday
The LGBTQ+ International Film Festival begins at the Music Box Theatre, with the Chicago premiere of Andy Vallentine's "The Mattachine Family."
Elgin church recreates program from 1893 at pipe organ concert
Renowned organist Douglas Cleveland performed the exact program that historically acclaimed organist Clarence Eddy performed 130 years ago.
Drew Barrymore says talk show will not return until "strike is over"
"I have listened to everyone, and I am making the decision to pause the show's premiere until the strike is over," Barrymore wrote on Instagram.
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Jim Henson's Emmet Otter's Jug Band Christmas coming to Navy Pier
Catch a sneak peek of the performance during Sunday's Chicago Live Festival.
Final day for Chicago Gourmet in Millennium Park
Tickets for the event start at $79.
No winners in Saturday's $750M Powerball drawing
You'll have another chance to try your luck Monday night.
Tropical Storm Ophelia brings rain, power outages to East Coast
The storm has already knocked out power in North Carolina and Virginia to tens of thousands of homes.
Potential end to WGA strike gets closer as talks with Hollywood studios resume Sunday
The WGA and the association representing the studios are set to resume talks Sunday, and industry trades report, they're close to a deal.
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Funeral for Hillcrest High School student to be held next week
Marshawn Mitchell, 14, was shot multiple times outside of his school's homecoming football game on Sept. 15.
86-year-old man killed in Auburn Gresham shooting
Neighbors and family described Charles Hobson Sr. as a caring grandfather-figure and "man of God."
22-year-old man in critical condition after South Shore shooting
The victim then boarded a bus traveling westbound on 67th Street before being transported to the University of Chicago Hospital.
2 delivery men robbed at gunpoint on Northwest Side within minutes
No one is in custody in connection with either incident.
Police search for robber who targeted two mail carriers on same Humboldt Park block
Police said a robber in a hooded sweatshirt and ski mask pointed a gun at the postal workers and stole their mail.
