Police investigate shooting that wounded 9-month-old baby
The shooting happened in a McDonald's parking lot in the Washington Park neighborhood on Tuesday night. CBS 2's Charlie De Mar reports.
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9-month-old girl shot on Chicago's South Side
CBS 2 has learned the shooting happened at a McDonald's.
9-month-old girl shot in Washington Park
The shooting happened Tuesday night. The circumstances remain under investigation.
Person questioned after 9-month-old girl is shot, critically wounded on South Side
There was a lot that remained unknown Wednesday night about the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Man wounded in Washington Park mass shooting says he was struck while riding bike
Aaron Rogers was riding his bike through the park when he said he heard a fight break out between two women. Moments later, someone opened fire.
Victim speaks from hospital bed after Washington Park mass shooting
Aaron Rogers was riding his bike through the park when he said he heard a fight break out between two women. Moments later, someone opened fire – and Rogers was shot in the neck and abdomen.
Washington Park shooting leaves teen dead, three others wounded
CBS 2's Tara Molina spoke Monday with the mother of Tyshon Johnson, 18, the victim who was killed.
18-year-old killed, three others hurt in Washington Park mass shooting
CBS 2’s Tara Molina caught up Monday with the mother of the young man who was killed in the shooting – identified by family as 18-year-old Tyshon Johnson.
Reports of 4 people shot in Washington Park
The reported shooting happened near 57th and Cottage.
Bud Billiken Parade organizers plan to prevent possible teen takeover
The preparation was in response to social media posts that organizers said are inviting teens to take part in a so-called "trend" or large-scale teen takeover.
Boy, 16, charged with carjacking man in Washington Park
The teen was taken into custody on Saturday by members of the Vehicular Hijacking Task Force, in the 6100 block of South Vernon Avenue.
Chicago man charged with South Side armed carjacking
Marsean Alexander, 19, was arrested Thursday by the Vehicular Hijacking Rask Force, in the 9000 block of South Yale Avenue.
Afro-Caribbean festival takes over Chicago's Washington Park
The event aimed to bring together over 100 vendors, musical performers, and a full weekend of family fun.
Afro-Caribbean festival takes over Chicago's Washington Park
On Tuesday, a different kind of festival was rocking Washington Park on Chicago's South Side. The party was on at the International Festival of Life. The event celebrates the city's Afro-Caribbean diaspora.
African Caribbean International Festival returning to Washington Park this weekend
The event runs from Saturday through Tuesday. Gates open daily from noon until 10 p.m.
African Caribbean International Festival returns this weekend in Washington Park
The 30th African and Caribbean International Festival of Life kicks off this weekend at Washington Park starting Saturday and lasts through Tuesday. The festival's founder and president Ephraim Martin spoke with CBS 2 on what attendees can expect this year.
Bubba Wallace holds block party on South Side ahead of NASCAR street race
Wallace is one of two Black drivers ever to win the NASCAR Cup series. So with this being Chicago’s first time hosting the race, Wallace made it a point to have a free event on the South Side. CBS 2's Jermont Terry reports.
Road closures begin, but NASCAR excitement also builds with event held by Bubba Wallace
With this being Chicago's first time hosting a street race, Wallace made it a point to have a free event on the South Side.
Chicago Park District pools are open for the season
The union representing Park District workers says there are still lifeguard shortages. But the city says all the pools are safe and will be staffed throughout the entire summer. CBS 2's Jermont Terry reports.
Chicago Park District pools are now open
The situation this year is a complete contrast from years past, when many pools did not open on time because of the lifeguard shortage. CBS 2's Jermont Terry reports.
Chicago Stand Down gets homeless veterans needed resources
Only on 2, Sara Machi shows you their efforts in Washington Park.
Redefining Redlining brings fields of tulips to vacant lots in Washington Park
Even a vacant lot can be inviting if it’s vibrant. And these vibrant vacant lots came about after Amanda Williams planted an idea to bring beauty to them. CBS 2's Noel Brennan reports.
Redefining Redlining brings fields of tulips to vacant Washington Park lots
An artist hopes the project makes people think about how inequity can change our landscape.
Provident Hospital in Washington Park unveiling new mural
Earlier this week, the county revealed this mural at the Blue Island Health Center.
2 children shot an hour apart on South Side
A boy, 12, and a girl, 15, were both shot in the leg. Both are in good condition.
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Buie stars as Northwestern tops Edey and Purdue for 2nd straight season
Ty Berry also scored seven points in OT and finished with 21, and Ryan Langborg added 20 points.
Misunderstanding kept Hyde Park mom from her $600 in childcare money
The whole situation took three years and a CBS 2 reporter to finally resolve.
Downtown Chicago tree lighting honors victims of violence
Organizers said hundreds of victims' names will be added to the tree in the coming days.
Chicago migrant tent camp site in Brighton Park deemed safe after environmental review
Work began earlier this week on the tent structures at the site.
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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.
UChicago researchers say thousands of postcards for paid study went missing in mail
They told CBS 2's Jermont Terry that a previous story of ours tipped them off that thousands of their surveys may have been lost.
Chicago migrant tent camp site in Brighton Park deemed safe after environmental review
Work began earlier this week on the tent structures at the site.
Misunderstanding kept Hyde Park mom from her $600 in childcare money
The whole situation took three years and a CBS 2 reporter to finally resolve.
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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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Buie stars as Northwestern tops Edey and Purdue for 2nd straight season
Ty Berry also scored seven points in OT and finished with 21, and Ryan Langborg added 20 points.
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.
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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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Migrant tent camp moving forward in Chicago's Brighton Park neighborhood
The city late Friday released an environmental review for the site.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Cloudy Saturday
CBS 2 Meteorologist Robb Ellis has your 10 p.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Friday, Dec. 1, 2023.
Misunderstanding over one word kept woman from her childcare money
A Hyde Park mother got caught up with the likes of international criminals because of a Zelle transfer – in a big misunderstanding over just one word that has lasted three years. CBS 2’s Lauren Victory reports.
Chicago tree lighting honors victims of violence
On Friday night, grieving family members gathered to light the tree – encouraging everyone across the city to remember their lost loved ones.
UChicago researchers say thousands of flyers for study went missing in mail
The researchers told CBS 2’s Jermont Terry that a previous story of ours tipped them off that thousands of their surveys may have been lost.
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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.
