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Nashville school shooter bought 7 firearms legally from 5 stores, police chief says
The shooter used three of the weapons in the rampage that killed six people.
Security expert: Police did right thing in Nashville school shooting
A 28-year-old suspect opened fire at the Covenant School in Nashville, Tennessee Monday morning – killing three children and three adults.
Highland Park survivor after Nashville school shooting: 'Aren't you guys tired of covering this?'
Police said a 28-year-old suspect opened fire at the Covenant School in Nashville Monday morning – killing three children and adults.
1 in 4 could lose food stamps under a GOP bill, study says
The food stamp program already has work requirements, but some Republican lawmakers want to make them more stringent.
CTA employee charged in connection with battery of man who later died
Emmett Richardson, 39, faces two felony counts of aggravated battery in connection with the battery of 54-year-old victim.
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DCFS placed troubled teen girl with 24-year-old pimp as foster parent
The teenage girl already had a history of being trafficked for sex – and DCFS placed her in a home with someone now accused of forcing her into prostitution.
Convicted con man Rick Dugo agrees to plea deal, gets 8 years in prison
Last month, he was convicted in the first of four trials that involved four victims who were scammed out of nearly $1 million. Instead of facing three more trials, he took a plea deal.
Monitor group: CPD officers are taught their lives more important than community safety
Chicago Police training tactics are coming under fire – with a community monitoring group saying the tactics are fundamentally flawed and continue to foster a culture of misconduct.
Highland Park lets residents know about extra water use before bill comes
Residents said alerts about problems such as a broken sprinkler head, a running toilet, and even a massive pipe burst have saved them thousands.
Organizations sue over plans to expand toxic sludge dumpsite on southeast lakefront
The dump is located at the mouth of the river next to the lakefront park of Calumet Park.
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Johnson, Vallas keep busy on campaign trail ahead of Tuesday debate on CBS 2
You can see the debate on CBS 2 at 6 p.m. on Tuesday. The debate also will be streamed on CBS News Chicago.
How will Paul Vallas, Brandon Johnson work to reverse Chicago's population loss?
Population loss is a serious issue, because when people exit, they take their tax dollars with them.
Groups push for 'cultural competency training' for Illinois medical professionals
The Illinois State Medical Society said it considers such training an "onerous and time-consuming mandate."
State lawmakers push to ban felons from becoming licensed massage therapists
The legislation also seeks to improve communication between state agencies that maintain criminal records and licensing agencies.
Chicago Decides: 4th Ward chief of staff Prentice Butler faces Illinois State Rep. Lamont Robinson
With Ald. Sophia King stepping down at the end of her term, following a failed bid for the mayor's office, voters in the 4th Ward will be deciding between her top aide and a local state lawmaker in the upcoming runoff election.
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Former Window Depot owner tries to explain why he let customers down
CBS 2's Charlie De Mar had the story Monday of a disabled veteran in Crystal Lake who says the company took $20,000 from him.
Kane County officials warn of scammer targeting people in Zoom court hearings
The public is reminded that the person is a scammer and does not work for Kane County or any judges.
Raoul, 21 other attorneys general urge Kia and Hyundai to do more to stop car thefts
Since a surge in thefts of the vulnerable Kia and Hyundai models, the South Korean automakers have rolled out more anti-theft software, but the attorneys general are pushing for them to do more.
Highland Park lets residents know about extra water use before bill comes
Residents said alerts about problems such as a broken sprinkler head, a running toilet, and even a massive pipe burst have saved them thousands.
Relief hard to come by for Chicago area wire fraud scam victims
We've told you about this trick before, where thousands of dollars are transferred out of bank accounts in minutes.
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Groups push for 'cultural competency training' for Illinois medical professionals
The Illinois State Medical Society said it considers such training an "onerous and time-consuming mandate."
Florida fire captain loses sight in one eye after using recalled eye drops
The CDC is investigating a nationwide outbreak of the antibiotic-resistant bacteria — Pseudomonas aeruginosa — which has infected 68 people in 16 states.
Chicago medical expert sounds alarm over drug-resistant Candida auris fungal infections
The number of infections has tripled over the last three years.
Death toll climbs in outbreak linked to recalled eye drops
The CDC says three people have died, eight have lost their vision and four had an eyeball removed.
Saturday marks three years since COVID-19 was deemed worldwide pandemic
The World Health Organization made the announcement on Wednesday, March 11, 2020.
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50 vendors in Little Village Discount Mall poised to be kicked out
The local alderman is hoping to get them a new place to do business.
United Airlines and Archer Aviation planning air taxis between O'Hare and West Loop in 2025
Electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft would provide 10-minute rides between O'Hare and Vertiport Chicago on the Near West Side.
Edward Gardner, co-founder of Soft Sheen Products and titan in philanthropy, dies at 98
Gardner died Monday surrounded by family.
ProMat trade show brings more people to McCormick Place than it did in 2019
Many say the trade show is really meaningful to the city's economic recovery – especially the downtown area.
U.S. government moves to guarantee Silicon Valley Bank depositors' funds
The U.S. government took extraordinary steps Sunday to stop a potential banking crisis after the historic failure of Silicon Valley Bank, assuring depositors at the failed financial institution that they would be able to access all of their money.
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Cubs, Nico Hoerner agree to three-year deal
Hoerner, who turns 26 in May, is moving back to second base this year after he was the team's regular shortstop in 2022.
Cubs fans get some batting practice at Wrigley Field, chance to win $1 million
On Monday, 50 lucky Cubs fans got a chance to take a little batting practice at home plate as part of the second Play for Opening day Event.
Cubs, White Sox end in tie in Cactus League play
Jameson Taillon was solid for the Cubs – giving up two hits over five scoreless innings while striking out five.
Cubs manager David Ross talks offseason additions, what he's learned going into year 4
The Chicago Cubs will host the Milwaukee Brewers on Opening Day of the 2023 MLB season.
NCAA Tournament Schedule: When to watch the Final Four and NCAA Championship on CBS
After four wild rounds of NCAA Tournament basketball, March Madness is soon coming to its exciting conclusion, and CBS will have all the action.
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Actor Jonathan Majors arrested on domestic violence charges in New York City
Majors' criminal defense lawyer said he is "completely innocent and provably the victim of an altercation with a woman he knows."
Sundays on State to return for two dates in July and August
On July 16 and August 13, State Street will be closed to cars between Lake and Adams for a free block party.
New details revealed about 50th anniversary celebration "The Young and the Restless"
The cast of daytimes #1 drama looks back in brand new footage, Paramount+ celebrates the series' legacy, and a sneak peek at the upcoming anniversary storyline is revealed.
Lance Reddick, actor in "The Wire" and "John Wick" movies, dies at age 60
The actor's death was confirmed to CBS News by two of his representatives.
Lyric Opera unveils 2023-24 season; featuring "The Flying Dutchman, "Aida," and Mozart's "Requiem"
The upcoming season includes productions from around the world, ranging from opera classics to more contemporary pieces.
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Chicago First Alert Weather: Mild conditions
CBS 2 meteorologist Laura Bannon has the forecast.
Mayor Lori Lightfoot reveals plans to revitalize LaSalle Street Corridor
Mayor Lori Lightfoot is backing three projects to create more than 1,000 new downtown apartments as part of her plans to revitalize the LaSalle Street Corridor in the Loop.
A planetary parade that's out of this world takes place Tuesday night
Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter and Uranus will all appear to be lined up in the night sky. They will be visible to the naked eye just after sunset.
Chicago Heights ROTC students get emergency training at Lurie Children's
The high school students will learn how to respond in emergency situations, along with the hands-only CPR technique. The two-hour class includes workshops.
Illinois state senators to roll out plan to cap cost of insulin at $35
Pressure has been mounting to bring the cost of the drug down after a growing number of people with diabetes said they had to ration their insulin. Some families adding they've lost loved ones who had to do it as well, because of its soaring price.
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