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.
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.
Aurora homicide suspect arrested in DeKalb after fleeing police
Aurora police said Derrick Jordan is charged in the murder of Martin Pegues, also of Aurora, but did not provide other details.
Art Institute of Chicago's lions adorned with wreaths for holiday season
People were out posing for photos in front of the lions as they passed by.
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.
Illinois State Police squad car hit by another driver on Tri-State Tollway
State police remind drivers always to slow down, and move over for emergency vehicles.
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.
CBS 2 Vault: A visit to the Ho-Ka Turkey Farms with Bob Wallace
This year is the last for the Ho-Ka Turkey Farms in Waterman, Illinois after 90 years.
Fire badly damages Calumet Fisheries on Chicago's South Side
Fire Department officials said the fire started in the roof area of the restaurant at 3259 E. 95th St.
All Chicago Park District ice rinks to open by Friday
Ice skating on the ribbon at Maggie Daley Park has already begun. On Friday, Nov. 24 – weather permitting – ice skating will also open for the other five outdoor Park District rinks.
Man arrested for second time in as many weeks, accused of stealing mail in Chicago
Gustavo Balleza is set to be charged with 13 felony counts of burglary.
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.
Chicago Police officer fired after video showed him dragging woman at Brickyard Mall
In 2022, the City Council approved a settlement of $650,000 in damages for the woman, Mia Wright.
Federal investigators begin probe into CTA Yellow Line train crash
NTSB Chair Jennifer Homendy said 14 personnel arrived on the scene Thursday night – including seven investigators.
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.