Group of flamingos spotted on Lake Michigan in Wisconsin
Now here's something you don't see everyday, or ever: flamingos in Wisconsin.
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Historians race against time and invasive species to study shipwrecks
Historians are racing to locate Great Lakes shipwrecks before a seemingly unstoppable invasive mussel destroys them and erases part of the region's heritage.
Planned Parenthood resumes offering abortions in Wisconsin after more than a year
A judge ruled last month that a 144-year-old law that appeared to ban the procedure doesn't apply to medical abortions.
9 hurt when 2 buses crash in Racine
The violent crash was captured on a nearby security camera.
9 hurt when 2 buses crash in Racine
It appears the school bus runs a stop sign. It's then t-boned by a city bus then flips onto its side.
Jim "The Shark" postpones swim across Lake Michigan
He had a similar attempt last month that was also called off because conditions were too dangerous.
Video shows pier collapse in Madison, Wisconsin
Dozens of University of Wisconsin-Madison students were sent into Lake Mendota when the pier collapsed. Learn more
Kenosha County deputies save family in Lake Michigan
The deputies jumped in - swimming 60 yards in up to 4-foot waves and a known rip current at the location.
Snakes spotted in Wisconsin pool, hot tub
Guests at a Wisconsin hotel were in for quite a shock when an unwanted patron tried to join them in the pool.
Snakes spotted in Wisconsin hotel pool and hot tub
Guests at a Wisconsin hotel were in for quite a shock when an unwanted patron tried to join them in the pool.
Police in Kenosha arrest wrong man after hit-and-run crash
Video out of Kenosha, Wisconsin, shows police struggle with a man inside an Applebees restaurant. It''s gone viral.
Man wanted for setting girlfriend on fire arrested in Chicago Heights
Police in Kenosha County, Wisconsin, say Myron Faith Bowie threatened to kill the victim, her children, and her entire family before setting her on fire and driving away.
Man dead after getting hold of gun outside Kenosha County Courthouse
Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, police were transporting a suspect from the courthouse back to the county jail – when something went wrong.
Body found near Kenosha County Courthouse after inmate gets a hold of gun
Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin police were in the process of transporting an inmate from the courthouse back to the county jail – when something went terribly wrong. CBS 2's Jermont Terry reports from Kenosha.
Inmate escapes Park Ridge Police, carjacks two vehicles before being recaptured
Police used the stolen vehicle's OnStar system to locate the man after he fled.
Train derails in rural Wisconsin; authorities say no hazardous materials leaked
Investigators are looking into what caused a freight train to derail outside a small village in south-central Wisconsin.
Racine gets EMILY, a new remote-controlled life saving flotation device for Lake Michigan
Lifeguards in Racine, Wisconsin, have new technology to keep people from drowning in Lake Michigan.
Where Illinois abortion laws stand one year after Roe vs. Wade was overturned
A state statute had already been in place to protect women's reproductive rights in the event Roe v. Wade were struck down.
University of Wisconsin-Madison hiring part-time dairy tasters
The Center for Dairy Research is hiring descriptive sensory panelists who will essentially be paid to taste cheese, pizza, and other dairy products.
Unincorporated Antioch man held on $1M bail; charged with picking up, sexually abusing girl
Lake County Sheriff's detectives arrested and charged a man after he picked up two girls and sexually abused one at his home on Saturday.
Racine police shoot, kill person they say fired shots while fleeing traffic stop
The state justice department's Division of Criminal Investigation said it was leading the investigation of the shooting and would turn its findings over to the Racine County District Attorney for review.
Police shoot, kill person in Racine, Wisconsin
Wisconsin police officers fatally shot a person early Monday who they said fired shots at them after running away from a traffic stop.
Train derails near Wisconsin-Iowa border; 2 cars float down Mississippi River
A freight train derailed along the Mississippi River in southwestern Wisconsin Thursday, possibly injuring one crew member and sending two cars into the water, officials said.
Kenosha police rescue 84-year-old driver after minivan bursts into flames
Video showed officers following the van as it bursts into flames under a railroad overpass – leaving a trail of fire behind it.
Wisconsin deputies help free bobcat stuck in grill of car
Imagine coming out to your car to find a wild animal stuck inside. Sheriff's deputies in central Wisconsin had to help out when someone found a bobcat in their car's grille.
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Eberflus focused on Washington despite questions over job security
The Bears might get a boost on the offensive line with Teven Jenkins healing well, but the secondary will remain thin for Thursday night's game.
Michael Jordan makes the list of America's 400 richest people
Jordan sold his majority stake in the Charlotte Hornets earlier this year.
Global city leaders see South Shore for International Downtown Association Conference
Part of the mission is to help attendees see all of the city by bus.
Embattled Illinois DCFS Director Marc Smith to step down at end of the year
Smith's resignation announcement comes a week after an Illinois Auditor General's report revealed dozens of major failures by DCFS over the past two years.
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Embattled Illinois DCFS Director Marc Smith to step down at end of the year
Smith's resignation announcement comes a week after an Illinois Auditor General's report revealed dozens of major failures by DCFS over the past two years.
Two aldermen want voters to decide if Chicago should remain sanctuary city for migrants
The move comes as the city works to find housing for more than 14,000 asylum seekers who have been brought to Chicago since last August.
NASCAR Chicago Street Race to return to Grant Park in 2024
Mayor Brandon Johnson, who inherited the event from his predecessor, Lori Lightfoot, previously had been noncommittal about bringing the race back.
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Eberflus focused on Washington despite questions over job security
The Bears might get a boost on the offensive line with Teven Jenkins healing well, but the secondary will remain thin for Thursday night's game.
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Acts of hate are on the rise in Illinois, disturbing new report says
CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey has been combing through the new report, which highlights a rise in antisemitism, incidents involving white supremacists, and attacks on LGBTQ+ businesses.
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.
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Embattled Illinois DCFS Director Marc Smith to step down at end of the year
Smith's resignation announcement comes a week after an Illinois Auditor General's report revealed dozens of major failures by DCFS over the past two years.
Two aldermen want voters to decide if Chicago should remain sanctuary city for migrants
The move comes as the city works to find housing for more than 14,000 asylum seekers who have been brought to Chicago since last August.
Mayor Brandon Johnson creates post for Chicago's first chief homelessness officer
The new position in the mayor's cabinet would be tasked with coordinating efforts across city departments to provide shelter for all people.
Mayor Johnson reemphasizes point on need to help asylum seekers
During a news conference, Mayor Johnson said he has been in touch with the White House and state officials for nearly 20 weeks – asking for aid and help with coordination.
As autoworkers' strike hits 19th day, U.S. Rep. Mike Quigley calls for resolution
On Friday, approximately 4,600 Ford workers at the Chicago Assembly Plant at 126th Street and Torrence Avenue on the Southeast Side joined the strike.
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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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As autoworkers' strike hits 19th day, U.S. Rep. Mike Quigley calls for resolution
On Friday, approximately 4,600 Ford workers at the Chicago Assembly Plant at 126th Street and Torrence Avenue on the Southeast Side joined the strike.
Autoworkers' strike against Ford leads to layoffs at suburban Chicago stamping plant
The layoffs took effect Saturday, Sept. 30.
Union files labor complaint after Signature Room at former John Hancock closes abruptly
No notice was given to the 132 restaurant employees represented by UNITE HERE Local 1, the union said.
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.
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Eberflus focused on Washington despite questions over job security
The Bears might get a boost on the offensive line with Teven Jenkins healing well, but the secondary will remain thin for Thursday night's game.
Fans came from all over to see Lionel Messi take on Chicago Fire, but now he might not play
An injury may keep the superstar sidelined – and it has sent ticket prices tanking just a day before the match.
After career-best day, Fields says he only cares about Bears winning
Fields threw for over 300 yards and four touchdowns for the first time in his career last Sunday against the Broncos.
Fire offers fans perks as Messi is uncertain to play in Wednesday's match
The Fire will host Inter Miami and Messi on Wednesday night at Soldier Field, but he's has been dealing with a hamstring problem and may not play.
Hoyer says Cubs season was disappointing, pleased with Ross as manager
In a year of ups and downs, the Cubs came up two wins short of a wild card spot.
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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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Bears vs. Commanders: 3 things to watch in Thursday's Week 5 matchup
The Bears were better last week, but still not good enough. They're hoping to change that on a short week under the lights when they visit the Commanders for Thursday Night Football.
Matt Eberflus doesn't sweat job security as Bears try to break 14-game losing streak
If Bears head coach Matt Eberflus' seat isn't hot, it may very well be preheating. The team has lost 14 straight games and he has a 3-18 record since he took over. CBS 2's Matt Zahn had more on a coach and team desperate to get their first win of this season when they visit the Washington Commanders on Thursday.
Michael Jordan makes the list of America's 400 richest people
Forbes magazine ranked Michael Jordan, the first professional athlete, as one of America's 400 wealthiest people. Jordan enters the list at number 379, having sold his majority stake in the Charlotte Hornets this year.
City leaders from around the globe take bus tour of South Shore
Part of the mission is to help attendees see all of the city by bus - including Chicago's South Side. CBS 2's Marissa Perlman jumped onboard the tour Wednesday.
As DCFS director Marc Smith steps down, another official says he has "mixed legacy"
Smith's resignation announcement comes a week after an Illinois Auditor General's report revealed dozens of major failures by DCFS over the past two years. CBS 2 Political Reporter Chris Tye reports.
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Morgan State University mass shooting: 5 shot on campus, search for suspect ongoing
Police say four of the five victims are students and none of the victims appear to have life-threatening wounds.
Chicago police warn of string of armed carjackings and robberies on West Side
In a span of about 90 minutes, masked men armed with handguns and rifles carjacked a white BMW X2, used that car to rob two people at gunpoint, and then carjacked another vehicle.
Man dies after being found shot in head on street in Bronzeville
Police classified his death as a homicide.
CTA bus supervisor wounded in Archer Heights shooting
Chicago Fire Department officials confirmed one person was taken to Mount Sinai Hospital after a shooting near 47th and Archer.
Suspect charged with kidnapping 9-year-old Charlotte Sena from Upstate campground
Investigators say fingerprints left on a ransom note helped lead them to the suspect and find the little girl inside a cabinet.
