New exhibit spotlights Mister Kelly's, a legendary Chicago club
Mister Kelly's served as a springboard for young entertainers who went on to become not just household names, but big stars.
2 strangers help woman get around more easily with teamwork, tech
Nancy Glazer uses a walker after having a stroke years ago and turned to two complete strangers for help getting around more easily.
Beloved high school band director retires after 33-year career
Chris Pitlik, or Mr. P, is retiring after a storied career as the band director at Shepard High School in Palos Heights.
Descendants of man who saved thousands of Jews in WWII meet growing families he saved
It began back in World War II when a Japanese diplomat risked everything to save the lives of thousands of Jews.
Chicago woman's mission is to document history of female blues legends
Lynn Orman has been a writer, TV host and now is an advocate to chronicle the careers, challenges and triumphs of more than 100 women who sang the blues.
Chicago's Hidden Gems: Barber offers free haircuts on the street
Every Wednesday, Omar Abuawad, also known as "Omar the Barber," can be seen on the Mag Mile sidewalks giving free haircuts to those who have nothing.
Chicago's Hidden Gems: Pianist doubles as Army National Guardsman
Ian Gindes practices discipline in both his work as a classical pianist and his service in the National Guard.
Chicago's Hidden Gems: Art teacher shares passion with students
Miss Patricia strives to give the kids what she didn't have: a chance to use good, quality materials to create art in a classroom setting.
Chicago's Hidden Gems: Kindness part of the curriculum at West Loop school
The early childhood education center educates infants through kindergarten.
Chicago swimmer exercises in frigid Lake Michigan in middle of winter
While Barton Williams does not wear a wet suit, he does wear a diving hood, goggles, gloves, and booties for his feet. He carries a rope to prevent slipping on the ice.
Hidden Gems: Skokie cafe employs adults with disabilities to make great food
At Will's Place in downtown Skokie, the motto is "Where there's a will, there's a way." Almost everyone who works there has developmental challenges, even the boss.
911 dispatcher was "amazed" man trapped in truck for 6 days in Indiana was still alive
CBS 2's Joe Donlon spoke Thursday with the dispatcher who took the call from one of two fishermen who found Matt Reum in a wrecked truck – and jumpstarted the rescue effort.
2023 year in review: The stories and people of our communities
Throughout the year in 2023, we reported on a variety of people and organizations who have made history or are making a difference today.
Argonne National Lab researchers study how to recycle batteries
One researcher said the issue of recycling batteries is important as many everyday items require the use of batteries.
Current, former alders weigh in on Ed Burke's conviction, reverberations for City Council
Burke was found guilty Thursday of 13 of 14 counts, including racketeering conspiracy.