Murder charges dropped against man imprisoned for 34 for wrongful conviction
Francisco Benitez, 52, claimed Chicago police framed him. In August, his murder conviction was tossed out by a judge.
U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin joins UAW on picket line in Chicago area
More than 18,000 auto workers are now on strike at Ford, GM, and Stellantis.
Calumet City residents to get some relief after damaging flooding
"We were actually getting so much water, that the system that we have, the sewage collection system, the drainage system, the stormwater management system, simply could not take in that much water."
Illinois becomes first state to end cash bail
Monday will be a big day at places like the Cook County Jail and others across the state, as inmates will be able to petition the court to review their case as this ruling takes effect.
Chicago fire engine crashes into South Side home, 5 firefighters injured
The firefighters were responding to a fire at a different location when they lost control of the fire engine.
New COVID booster on the way as cases rise in Chicago, across U.S.
In Chicago, COVID-19-related hospitalizations were up 21%, CDC data show.
Bally's temporary Medinah Temple casino in River North now open
Bally's plans to operate the temporary casino for up to three years while building a permanent casino in the River West neighborhood.
2023 Taste of Chicago: Here's what you need to know
The city's iconic Taste of Chicago returns Friday.
4 robberies reported within a hour overnight; 1 man shot
Police are investigating, but it is not clear if they are connected.
Ald. Bill Conway to hold meeting discussing plans to move migrants into hostel in Greektown
The city decided a hostel on Halsted would become a temporary shelter, and we're learning the location has been used as a migrant shelter before.
Migrant housing meeting amid plans to open shelter at Chicago Lake Shore Hotel
At least 11,000 migrants have arrived in Chicago in just the last year.
Company donates 2,000 devices to combat overdoses in Cook County
"There's been times that it's been real close. One of which, I think you're all aware of, was covered by CBS 2 News."
City Council Finance Committee hearing to address outrageous water bills
This was prompted by the CBS 2 investigators Getting Hosed series.
Narcan donation coming to Cook County after CBS 2 report
This is now a collaboration between the Cook County Sheriff's Office and healthcare product company U.S. WorldMeds.
Great American Dog Show comes to McCormick Place
The show not only crowns the Best in Show but also educates people on more than 100 breeds of dogs.