
Remembering Phil Donahue, a TV pioneer with deep Chicago connections
While his move to New York took place nearly 40 years ago, Donahue is remembered fondly to this day among those who worked with him in Chicago.
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While his move to New York took place nearly 40 years ago, Donahue is remembered fondly to this day among those who worked with him in Chicago.
Phil Donahue moved production of "Donahue" from CBS Chicago's old Streeterville headquarters to New York City at the beginning of 1985. In this clip, Don Craig has a look back on Donahue's show over the years, and Donahue himself joins Walter Jacobson to talk his success in Chicago and his impending move. This aired as part of the Channel 2 News at Six with Don Craig and Harry Porterfield.
In this Channel 2 News clip from 1978, Walter Jacobson explains the way chroma key, or green screen, technology works, and why it meant he could no longer wear his favorite tie on the air.
CBS 2's Walter Jacobson has this report on the hazards of shoveling snow in the wake of a winter storm in December 1987, which has been called the "heart-attack snowstorm." Original airdate: Dec. 16, 1987.
This is the seventh and last segment of the Channel 2 News at Six from April 12, 1983. John Coughlin returns with the five-day forecast, and we have a preview of election coverage for the rest of the evening.
In this sixth and final installment of "Mean Street Diary," Walter Jacobson finally makes it into a shelter and reflects on his experiences, as he spent 48 hours undercover as a homeless man during a brutal Chicago winter. Original airdate: Friday, Feb. 22, 1991.
First, Walter Jacobson finds some kindness and the beginnings of camaraderie in meeting some people experiencing homelessness (original airdate: Wednesday, Feb. 20, 1991). Then, Jacobson learns it's a challenge to get into a homeless shelter without an "in" (original airdate: Thursday, Feb. 21, 1991), as he spent 48 hours undercover as a homeless man during a brutal Chicago winter.
First, Walter Jacobson is unable to get into a shelter to sleep and ends up lying on the steps of a police station (original airdate: Monday, Feb. 18, 1991). Then, Jacobson is ejected from Union Station and hits the streets (original airdate: Tuesday, Feb. 19, 1991), as he spent 48 hours undercover as a homeless man during a brutal Chicago winter.
In this first installment of "Mean Street Diary," Walter Jacobson shows how he was directed to go away at fancy and casual restaurants alike, and at City Hall, as he spent 48 hours undercover as a homeless man during a brutal Chicago winter. Original airdate: Sunday, Feb. 17, 1991. CBS 2's Brad Edwards has an introduction that ran on our stream in 2021.
This is CBS 2's coverage of the death of Mayor Harold Washington on Nov. 25, 1987. Bill Kurtis and Walter Jacobson anchor from our old newsroom at 630 N. McClurg Ct., and Jim Avila reports from Northwestern Memorial Hospital.
On this day 36 years ago, Geraldo Rivera headed into the real vault of Chicago gangster Al Capone and blasted it open -- only to find nothing of interest. CBS 2's John Drummond was there when it happened, and has this report from our 10 o'clock news on April 21, 1986.
In 1992, John Wayne Gacy talked about his murders for the first time, with CBS 2's Walter Jacobson, and Gacy spent the whole interview attempting to paint himself as a misunderstood victim of circumstance.
Walter Mondale, the 1984 Democratic presidential nominee, died at the age of 93 on Monday. In this CBS 2 News clip from March 12, 1984, Walter Jacobson has a breakdown from the CBS 2 newsroom of the heated primary race between Mondale, Gary Hart, and several other candidates.
In "Mean Street Diary" – a six-part series of reports that began 30 years ago Wednesday on CBS 2 – Walter Jacobson approached the homelessness crisis in a manner that went beyond only reporting.
Going back generations, Chicago city vehicle tax stickers had colorful designs with artworks showcasing the city – but since 2013, the designs have featured only boldface numerals denoting the month and year of expiration.
CBS 2's Walter Jacobson hopes the first lady will convey an urgent message to her husband when she returns from Chicago.
The legendary duo of Bill Kurtis and Walter Jacobson signed off as anchors Thursday after a re-teaming of more than two years at CBS 2.
CBS 2's Walter Jacobson says lawmakers shouldn't cave to the demands of the NRA that Chicago commuters be allowed to carry concealed weapons.
CBS 2's Walter Jacobson is all for making Chicago more bike friendly, but he has some concerns about Mayor Emanuel's plans for Washington Street in the Loop.
CBS 2's Walter Jacobson is a fan of Valentine's Day, but not of the cost to buy a simple card.
CBS 2's Walter Jacobson has some advice for police officials who are instituting a new priority system for emergency calls.
Oh, what a nice days it's been. Except for the damp and the grey outside, I had no reason today to be crabby, didn't find a bad politician today to pick on.
CBS 2's Walter Jacobson takes a poll of commuters about the former governor of Illinois.
Have you seen an envelope from the government of Cook County in the mail today, with news inside about how our tax dollars are being spent?
CBS 2's Walter Jacobson smells something a little funny with reports that President Obama is considering Vogue editor Anna Wintour as a candidate for U.S. ambassador to Great Britain.
Snow increases by 6 p.m., with widespread snow of 1-3" accumulation and messy travel conditions for the evening commute.
During these coldest days of February, the outdoor music venue in Highland Park is busy building up a new experience.
The dog is now in proper care, after state troopers said the animal was endangered and in distress. A suspect was in custody Thursday night.
Madigan was convicted Wednesday of bribery conspiracy, bribery, and wire fraud charges on Wednesday, but acquitted of seven others.
The black holes rip the stars apart and consume their stellar debris — becoming more massive, Northwestern explained. This increases their gravitational pull and draws them together as they orbit..
Madigan was convicted Wednesday of bribery conspiracy, bribery, and wire fraud charges on Wednesday, but acquitted of seven others.
Aviation Commissioner Jamie Rhee is retiring, OEMC director Jose Tirado is "transitioning out" and COPA chief Andrea Kersten is resigning.
The mayor's top attorneys have insisted on sitting in on investigative interviews that might embarrass city leaders, according to Inspector General Deborah Witzburg.
Linda McMahon, President Trump's nominee to become secretary of education, appeared before senators on Thursday.
Every gift received by the mayor's office now must be logged within 10 days, and reported to the Chicago Board of Ethics and the City Comptroller.
Some homeowners said their sky-high water bills now have them considering moving out of the southwest suburb.
Fabric and crafts retailer Joann has announced it will be closing approximately 500 stores nationwide, almost a year after filing for bankruptcy.
Val's halla Records will set up a pop-up event inside the Subterranean to celebrate the independent music venues 30th anniversary
While the tariffs on Mexico and Canada have been paused, there was still concern late Monday about what happens next month if the tariffs go ahead in a month.
"If these tariffs remain in place, it will jack up the price of groceries and goods, make gas more expensive, and raise utility bills," Pritzker said.
The National Institutes of Health says the cuts will save more than $4 billion a year, but critics say it puts potentially lifesaving research in jeopardy.
Recalled products involved a mix of Bavarian doughnuts, French crullers, éclairs and coffee rolls, according to FDA.
Shanon and William Schmidtknecht, of Poynette, say their 22-year-old son Cole was told the cost had jumped from $66 to $539 out-of-pocket. He tried to manage his condition with his rescue inhaler but suffered a fatal asthma attack days later.
Last year, surgeons performed 148 lung transplants, the most in a single year since Northwestern's lung transplant program began 10 years ago.
Health officials said there were three times as many hospital admissions for flu as there were for COVID-19 during the week ending on January 25.
Fabric and crafts retailer Joann has announced it will be closing approximately 500 stores nationwide, almost a year after filing for bankruptcy.
The downstate Illinois plant is getting ready to roll out two new models.
Shanon and William Schmidtknecht, of Poynette, say their 22-year-old son Cole was told the cost had jumped from $66 to $539 out-of-pocket. He tried to manage his condition with his rescue inhaler but suffered a fatal asthma attack days later.
While the tariffs on Mexico and Canada have been paused, there was still concern late Monday about what happens next month if the tariffs go ahead in a month.
"If these tariffs remain in place, it will jack up the price of groceries and goods, make gas more expensive, and raise utility bills," Pritzker said.
During these coldest days of February, the outdoor music venue in Highland Park is busy building up a new experience.
A federal appeals court has upheld singer R. Kelly's racketeering convictions and a 30-year prison sentence, finding he exploited his fame for over a quarter century to sexually abuse girls and young women.
Rapper Kendrick Lamar headlined the much-anticipated Super Bowl 2025 halftime show.
Brands paid millions to air their commercials during Super Bowl 2025. Here's what's behind the cost, and why advertisers say it's worth it.
Val's halla Records will set up a pop-up event inside the Subterranean to celebrate the independent music venues 30th anniversary
Days after Mayor Brandon Johnson warned that he would be hiring holdovers from prior administrations, three top city leaders announced they are stepping down.
A large fire broke out at a vacant building in Fuller Park.
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Thousands of Los Angeles area residents who lost their homes in the wildfires are learning they are underinsured — and won’t get compensated for all their losses. Ash-har Quraishi reports.
Madigan was convicted Wednesday of bribery conspiracy, bribery, and wire fraud charges on Wednesday, but acquitted of seven others.
The dog is now in proper care, after state troopers said the animal was endangered and in distress. A suspect was in custody Thursday night.
Nicole Midlner said when the mail carrier is not dropping packages over the fence, he's marking them undeliverable.
During these coldest days of February, the outdoor music venue in Highland Park is busy building up a new experience.
Some homeowners said their sky-high water bills now have them considering out of the southwest suburb.
Some homeowners said their sky-high water bills now have them considering moving out of the southwest suburb.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency estimates that wasted food is responsible for 58% of methane emissions from landfills.
Joy Gallivan had been getting the runaround since September, with finger-pointing between the village, two contractors, and insurance companies.
This year's dry winter and weather pattern swings over the past decade are impacting Illinois forests and home gardens
George Levin, 63, was found dead by his sister late Sunday night in the basement of his home in the 7600 block of West Talcott Avenue.
Lopez hopes to continue living the dream with the North Siders as a non-roster invite to Cubs Camp.
The Palatine native's rebirth with the White Sox was spurred by staying close to home with a newborn at home.
Alex Bregman and the Boston Red Sox agreed to a $120 million, three-year contract, a person familiar with the deal told The Associated Press.
The Pistons rolled into the All-Star break with their fourth straight win after blowing out the Bulls 132-92 in the same arena on Tuesday.
Mrs. McCaskey died Thursday, Feb. 6, at the age of 102.
The dog is now in proper care, after state troopers said the animal was endangered and in distress. A suspect was in custody Thursday night.
Darissa Chavarria, 22, is facing multiple charges of felony theft in Lake County.
William Dzadon, 71, has been charged with two counts of threatening a public official, according to the DuPage County State's Attorney's office.
Tyler Wright, 19, was charged with one felony count of causing child endangerment involving death.
Robert Pasco III originally faced only weapons charges in the death of his girlfriend, Edith Castrejon.