Inside the Chicago DEA lab, which processes huge quantities of dangerous drugs
In just the first six months of the year, the Chicago DEA team seized 1.6 million pills of fentanyl. That is almost three times more than they did all of last year.
Illinois Holocaust Museum reopens in temporary Loop location
The Illinois Holocaust Museum was shut down for a year to undergo construction. Now, the museum is turning a challenge into an opportunity. The museum has created new exhibits, in a new location, so even more people can hear its message.
Loyola University gives look inside 2 newly acquired historic homes
Loyola University Chicago has several locations, including its main campus in Rogers Park, but now it also has two historic homes – including one designed by architect Frank Lloyd Wright.
Cardinal Blase Cupich celebrates 50th anniversary of Catholic ministry
Cardinal Blase Cupich is marking 50 years in the Catholic Church, including more than a decade as the leader of the Chicago Archdiocese.
Chicago nonprofit Ignite helping youth experiencing homelessness rebuild lives
Using an orange mobile outreach van, Ignite travels around the city to bring services to young people experiencing homelessness.
Obama Foundation brings high schoolers together with accomplished leaders
The Obama Foundation's Future Series is a program that brings Chicago high schoolers into intimate conversations with accomplished leaders from a wide variety of industries and careers.
Fox River Trolley Museum is a living history museum
The Fox River Trolley Museum offers a one-of-a-kind experience, a ride by the river enjoying a piece of history.
Rosa's Lounge in Logan Square launches record label
Legendary Chicago blues bar Rosa's Lounge in Logan Square is launching its very own record label.
Diagnosed with colon cancer at 34, survivor shares support system that changed his life
The American Cancer Society estimates by the end of 2025, there will be around 150,000 cases of colon cancer in the U.S., and 10% of those will be found in adults younger than 50. That number is rising each year. Troy Douglas is living through it and wants to share his story to help others
Bronzeville Fencing Academy teaching students more than just swordplay
"We want to create whole youth. We want them to be successful at home as a student and out in the community," said assistant director Kasey Muhammad.
Video shows security physically removing fan from Chicago Fire game at Soldier Field
The fan, Dominic Osmund, told CBS Chicago that he was removed after he joined a group flying Palestinian flags.
Bookclub opens new music venue in old Elbo Room building
"You definitely feel the presence of all the live music that came before us," co-owner Cam Stacey said.
Archbishop of Chicago mourns "profound loss" of Pope Francis
Chicago's Blase Cardinal Cupich remembers Pope Francis after his death in "a moment of profound loss." Other Chicago officials also reacted to the news.
Chicago's Working Bikes gets bicycles to people in need at home and worldwide
But that's not all the team at Working Bikes does. They are also creating economic lifelines for generations.
Chicago City Council Committee rejects Dexter Reed settlement
The Chicago City Council Finance Committee voted on two major settlements Friday, both involving police incidents.