Chicago struggles to shelter thousands of migrants, with more arriving daily
With no place to go, some migrants are sleeping in tents, city buses and even at Chicago's O'Hare International Airport.
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Texas accused of stymying help for migrants
CBS News has learned that Texas officials are being accused of purposely making it harder to coordinate its migrant busing operation to Democratic-led cities. National correspondent Manuel Bojorquez reports.
Winter storms hit U.S. from coast to coast
Severe storm conditions across the United States are affecting travel, with heavy snow hitting parts of the central U.S., and rain and flooding targeting the Northeast. CBS News teams in Chicago, New York and Boston are following the weather and storm relief efforts.
Chicago's Puerto Rican community celebrates Three Kings Day
"Only in Puerto Rico do you reference the three wise men as saints and that is because they are deeply rooted in the Puerto Rican imaginary."
Chicago mayor says Texas governor causing "chaos" with migrant transport
Two Democratic mayors said there's been a lack of coordination from the governor of Texas.
Detroit Pistons beat Raptors 129-127 to end NBA record-tying losing streak at 28 games
Cade Cunningham had 30 points and 12 assists as the Detroit Pistons ended their NBA record-tying losing streak at 28 games with a 129-127 win over the Toronto Raptors on Saturday night.
How Texas' migrant buses are impacting cities
Democratic mayors of large cities are renewing calls for federal help over the migrant crisis. Texas Gov. Greg Abbott's busing operation has already transported more than 80,000 migrants out of the state. CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent and "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan has more.
Liberal mayors push Biden to act on migration
The Democratic mayors of New York, Chicago and Denver said Wednesday they are overwhelmed with the number of migrants arriving in their cities and called on the White House to intervene. CBS News correspondent Skyler Henry reports on the Biden administration's response.
Chicago, New York, Denver mayors say cities are almost at capacity amid migrant crisis
More than 14,000 migrants have been living in 27 Chicago shelters, with even more waiting at police stations and airports to get into shelters.
How the 2023 holiday travel season is going
This could be a record-setting holiday travel season, surpassing pre-pandemic travel levels, according to AAA. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave is tracking the nation's travels.
Chicago grapples with influx of migrants
Chicago is grappling with an influx of asylum seekers as Texas Gov. Greg Abbott continues his campaign of sending migrants who cross the southern border to Democratic-led cities across the country. On Tuesday, a plane with over 120 migrants flew from Texas to Chicago under Abbott's direction. CBS News Chicago reporter Sabrina Franza has the latest on the situation in the Windy City.
Darien Harris freed after being exonerated of murder conviction
Harris was convicted largely on the testimony of a witness who turned out to be legally blind.
Arab-American attorney's job offer rescinded; 'I was targeted for my background'
A spokesperson from the law firm said Foley and Lardner rescinded the job offer and that Chehade "made public statements about the horrendous attacks by Hamas on October 7th that were inconsistent with our core values."
The Chicago sandwich joint that inspired "The Bear"
Opened in 1979 by Joseph Zucchero, Mr. Beef is a Chicago joint that draws throngs from all over for its juicy Italian beef sandwiches, inspiring the hit FX series "The Bear." When Zucchero died last March, his son Christopher stepped up to run the family business. Correspondent Tracy Smith talks with Christopher, whose River North sandwich shop is booming like never before.
Pritzker: City has not moved fast enough on shelter for migrants
Pritzker emphasized that the state does not run shelters, and they are the city's responsibility.
Chicago's Hidden Gems: South Sider captures stories of Black Chicagoans
On any given Sunday, you can see Nikki Carpenter heading out of her home and walking down the street with her camera and curiosity in tow.
Chicago police officer charged with shoving 8th grader outside South Side elementary school
Officer Craig Lancaster has been indicted on one count of aggravated battery.
U.S. cities consider banning "right on red" as pedestrian deaths rise
Almost every major city in the United States generally allows drivers to turn right at red lights, but that could be changing.
Family with ties to Chicago flees Gaza, arriving safe in Egypt
"It's a very big mix of emotions, and really everything seems surreal at the moment," Emilee Rauschenberger said.
Mayors request federal aid for migrant influx
Democratic mayors are asking the White House for $5 billion to address influxes of migrants in their cities. CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez has more on how their request was received.
15 hurt, 2 critically, in mass shooting at Halloween party in North Lawndale
It's the second mass shooting of the weekend. This one happening near Pulaski and 13th Street in Lawndale.
"We couldn't get back": Americans arrive in U.S. from Israel
To help Americans looking to leave Israel, the State Department said it would continue operating charter flights "on a rolling basis" this week.
Chicago nonprofit Latino Art Beat has helped nurture young artists for 25 years
Latino Art Beat has grown to give out $5 million in scholarships to aspiring artists as well.
Coffee shop provides mental health support
A coffee shop in Chicago is providing mental health first aid for those in need. Brian Kmiecik, the general manager of "Sip of Hope," joins CBS News to share the resources his baristas are equipped with and how they support suicide prevention and mental health education.
The Dish: John Manion
Almost everything prepared at Chicago's El Che Steakhouse is prepared over an open flame, creating a unique experience and one-of-a-kind flavor. Chef and owner John Manion learned the method growing up in South America. Meg Oliver has more from her visit.
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