Schoolmates heartbroken as migrants move from North Side YMCA to Southwest Side college
We are told after hours of debate and discussion over the weekend, there was no way the families could stay at the YMCA building.
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Classmates sad as migrants are moved from North Side YMCA
Buses of migrants moved Tuesday from the High Ridge YMCA building in West Rogers Park to Richard J. Daley College miles away on the Southwest Side. CBS 2's Sabrina Franza reports.
Migrant families moved from West Ridge YMCA building
Schoolmates and teachers were heartbroken as the families were moved from the High Ridge YMCA building to Richard J. Daley College -- on the opposite end of the city. CBS 2's Sabrina Franza reports.
Chicago man sentenced to 22 years in prison for filming nude boys at YMCAs
For nearly 20 years, Porter surreptitiously took video recordings in the locker rooms of three YMCAs where he was a member.
Remembering David Yondorf: stage combat master, Bounding Main vocalist dies at 43
Yondorf died on Wednesday, May 17, after a battle with cancer.
Chicago bank sprays substance at teller, gets away with cash
The FBI is investigating a bank robbery in West Rogers Park where the robber showed a note and then sprayed an unknown substance before getting away.
Two arrested in West Ridge, Rogers Park robberies; neighbors demand more police
This is an issue we have been tracking for months.
West Ridge neighbors call for more police after robbery spree
Two teens have been arrested in a string of robberies that happened Wednesday morning in West Ridge and Rogers Park. CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey reports.
Bank robbed on Peterson Avenue in West Rogers Park
The FBI said around 4:40 p.m., the two robbers verbally demanded money while displaying guns.
Police investigate bank robbery in West Rogers Park
The robbery happened at the Huntington Bank branch at 2920 W. Peterson Ave., at Richmond Street opposite Peterson Avenue from Mather Park.
West Rogers Park shooting leaves man dead
There was no one in custody late Monday in the shooting.
West Ridge shooting leaves man dead
The shooting happened on Fitch Avenue near Rockwell Street.
Driver loses control, slams into two stores in West Rogers Park
An 82-year-old man was driving a Subaru on Devon Avenue just east of Sacramento Avenue when he lost control and jumped a curb, police said.
Driver slams into dry cleaners, mattress store in West Rogers Park
The owner of Dove 1 Cleaners said he heard a loud boom, and then he saw the Subaru heading his way.
Turkey giveaways Tuesday in West Rogers Park and Humboldt Park
If your family still needs a turkey for Thanksgiving, there are a couple giveaways available in Chicago on Tuesday in the West Rogers Park and Humboldt Park neighborhoods.
Turkey giveaways in West Rogers Park and Humboldt Park
If your family still needs a turkey for Thanksgiving, there are a couple giveaways available in Chicago on Tuesday in the West Rogers Park and Humboldt Park neighborhoods.
Peterson Avenue gas station shooting leaves man wounded
The victim was taken to AMITA Health St. Francis Hospital in Evanston in good condition, police said.
Group says men hurled slurs at Jewish students on school bus; school CEO calls report 'incorrect'
Police said at 5 p.m. Wednesday, a "a group of unknown offenders" got on a school bus and threatened a boy.
Children on school bus charged in anti-Semitic attack
A school bus dropping off students from an Orthodox Jewish school in West Rogers Park was invaded by four men who hurled slurs and performed the heil Hitler salute, a human rights organization said Thursday.
Touhy Avenue shooting leaves woman in fair condition
The woman was shot in the right leg by an unknown person, police said.
Some relief for family after suspect is charged in liquor store owner's murder
Sean Dunnavant is charged in the murder of West Ridge liquor store owner Salim Khamo. CBS 2's Marissa Perlman reports.
Man charged with murder in shooting that killed West Ridge liquor store owner
Sean Dunnavant, the suspected shooter in the murder of Salim Khamo, has a lengthy criminal history. CBS 2's Marissa Perlman reports.
Man charged with murder in shooting that killed West Ridge store owner
Sean Dunnavant, 53, is charged with first-degree murder in the shooting death of 66-year-old Salim Khamo, owner of J & K Food & Liquor. CBS 2's Marissa Perlman reports.
West Ridge liquor store owner, a refugee from Iraq, shot and killed during armed robbery attempt
"My father was the most compassionate and hard-working man I know," said Salim Khamo's daughter, Sally.
Police release new video of man suspected of shooting, killing store owner
Salim Khamo, 66, was shot and killed in his liquor store on Western Avenue in West Ridge. CBS 2's Chris Tye reports.
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Chicago leaders host public meeting to answer migrant housing questions
"This is a humanitarian need given that we have children right now at police stations. Many children already have chronic bronchitis. They have complications at birth from mothers, who had to give birth in inhumane conditions."
Security guards fire shots at would-be armored truck robbers in Country Club Hills
The FBI confirmed shots were fired, but no injuries were reported.
Chicago area first responders treated to day on the golf course
The winner of the tournament walked away with prize money which would be donated to their department.
Owners of weapons covered under Illinois assault weapons ban may now register
Illinois State Police are now accepting what is known as endorsement affidavits.
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Robbers hold up bank in Chicago suburb shortly before armored truck heist
As of Monday afternoon, there was confusion over whether or not anyone was shot or injured in the robbery of the U.S. Bank branch.
Security guards fire shots at would-be armored truck robbers in Country Club Hills
The FBI confirmed shots were fired, but no injuries were reported.
Victim of botched Chicago police raid in 2017 to get $300,000 settlement
Police raided Sharnia Phillips' home while searching for two gang members who had never lived there.
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Chicago leaders host public meeting to answer migrant housing questions
"This is a humanitarian need given that we have children right now at police stations. Many children already have chronic bronchitis. They have complications at birth from mothers, who had to give birth in inhumane conditions."
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Victim of botched Chicago police raid in 2017 to get $300,000 settlement
Police raided Sharnia Phillips' home while searching for two gang members who had never lived there.
Despite rise in catalytic converter theft, few arrests made in Chicago
Despite years of city leaders and lawmakers trying to fix the problem, the thieves are almost never caught.
Child care providers face "cliff" with pandemic funds set to expire
The American Rescue Plan funding has helped thousands of child care centers across Illinois pay their staff, upgrade their facilities and keep cots lower for parents.
Feds to fund improvements to keep pedestrians off Chicago area railroad tracks
A total of 39 people were killed trespassing on railroad tracks in Illinois last year alone.
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.
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Gov. Pritzker calls on President Biden to increase federal support for "overwhelming" migrant crisis
"Governors and mayors from border states have shipped people to our state like cargo in a dehumanizing attempt to score political points," Pritzker wrote.
Victim of botched Chicago police raid in 2017 to get $300,000 settlement
Police raided Sharnia Phillips' home while searching for two gang members who had never lived there.
Trump's civil fraud trial puts his finances in the spotlight. Here's what to know.
Former President Donald Trump, sons Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump, and the Trump Organization are fighting a $250 million lawsuit alleging widespread fraud.
Biden tells Congress to "get to work" after averting government shutdown
Hours before a midnight deadline, Congress passed a short-term funding bill to keep the government running for 45 days.
Tempers flare at hearing on city's migrant crisis as influx of asylum seekers ramps up
A key City Council committee met for nearly five hours on Friday to discuss the latest on Chicago's efforts to house thousands of asylum seekers.
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Nonprofit dance group owed nearly $50,000 for holiday show performance
The company that owed the money also hadn't paid other entities for security and the venue for the show.
Kia, Hyundai models recalled due to fire risk; separate concerns about security flaws persist
Hyundai warned drivers to park their cars outside until they can get the necessary repairs.
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.
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COVID vaccine during pregnancy helps protect newborns, new study finds
The findings are just the latest to show benefits from COVID vaccination during pregnancy.
Teen who's had two lung transplants gets behind-the-scenes tour of Field Museum
Scientists at the Field Museum showed Josh Burton ways he can still have a career without digging in the dirt.
Northwestern researchers get $45M to develop implant to sense and treat cancer
"From a clinical perspective, this could be a game-changing approach to cancer therapy," said Dr. Jonathan Rivnay.
How to get the new COVID vaccine for free, with or without insurance
Americans still have ways to get vaccinated against COVID-19 at no out-of-pocket cost. Here's what to know.
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.
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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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Bulls to begin training camp, preseason with same core in place
There will also be a three-way competition for the starting point guard spot as Lonzo Ball continues his rehab process.
Claypool will remain away from Bears in Week 5, Eberflus says
Claypool was inactive in Week 4 after criticizing the Bears' use of him.
The Bank of America Chicago Marathon Course Map
The 2023 Bank of America Chicago Marathon is on October 8, 2023.
Claddagh Ring Pub pays fans' tab after Chicago Bears loss
The Claddagh Ring Pub on Foster Avenue made good on its promise to pay everyone's tab if the Bears lost Sunday
Russell Wilson throws 3 TDs, Broncos rally from 21 down to top Bears 31-28
Russell Wilson threw for three touchdowns, Wil Lutz kicked a tiebreaking field goal with just under two minutes remaining and the Denver Broncos bounced back from one of the most lopsided losses in franchise history
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Man indicted for murder of Tupac Shakur in 1996 drive-by shooting
A Nevada grand jury indicted Duane "Keffe D" Davis in the long-unsolved killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, prosecutors announced in court Friday.
Actor Michael Gambon, who played Harry Potter's Dumbledore, dies at 82
Michael Gambon, the British-Irish actor who portrayed Dumbledore in the latter 6 of the 8 "Harry Potter" movies, has died after a bout of pneumonia.
Teri Bristol, Chicago house music DJ, dies at 66
Bristol began DJing in Chicago in the 1980s, and paved the way for a generation of other women DJs.
"Survivor" returns for season 45 Wednesday, Sept. 27 at 8 p.m. ET
Through longer weekly episodes, "Survivor" will take a deeper dive into the players' stories as they're stranded on the stunning islands of Fiji.
Hollywood writers, studios reach tentative deal to end strike
Terms of the deal must still be ratified by the WGA's approximately 11,000 members.
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Chicago First Alert Weather: Cool down comes this weekend
CBS 2 Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon has a look at the extended forecast.
Shots fired in attempted armored truck robbery in Chicago suburb
A suspect is believed to have been hit during the attempted robbery in Country Club Hills. CBS 2's Tara Molina reports.
Chicago area first responders treated to day on the golf course
Some of the brave men and women whose job is to keep people safe got a bit of a break on Monday. Members of several Chicago area police and fire departments spent their day on the golf course, where local organizations thanked them for their service. CBS 2's Andrew Ramos had the story.
Colbert, other late-night hosts return with Hollywood writers' strike over
Hollywood writers are back on the job, which means the laughter returns to late-night TV. Ali Bauman of CBS 2 in New York caught up with Stephen Colbert fans outside the Ed Sullivan Theater in Midtown.
Chicago leaders host public meeting to answer migrant housing questions
There are more than 9,600 migrants living in city shelters and, almost 3,000 more waiting for housing. The city's latest temporary shelter is set to open in Pilsen. CBS 2's Shardaa reports from Benito Juarez High School
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Monday marks five years since disappearance of postal worker Kierra Coles
Coles was last seen at 81st Street and Vernon Avenue in the Chatham neighborhood – and she was three months pregnant at the time.
Robbers hold up bank in Chicago suburb shortly before armored truck heist
The FBI says one of the suspects was shot. That person got away.
Man convicted in 2018 murder of Naperville man dumped in garbage can
Prosecutors have said Ernest Collins, his girlfriend, and her mother plotted to rob and shoot Michael Armendariz, then dumped his body in a garbage can in a vacant home.
Man indicted for murder of Tupac Shakur in 1996 drive-by shooting
A Nevada grand jury indicted Duane "Keffe D" Davis in the long-unsolved killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, prosecutors announced in court Friday.
"Painkiller: The Tylenol Murders" documentary premieres on Paramount + on October 10
Using hours of exclusive archival footage, the five-part docuseries transports viewers back four decades to the moments after a twisted killer laced Tylenol pills with cyanide and killed seven people in the Chicago area.
