The Insect Asylum in Avondale brings nature closer to visitors
The founder wants to create more green space in Chicago for her tiny, winged friends. CBS 2 was invited to be a fly on the wall at a very unusual museum.
Why do big chain store prices vary from store to store?
Consumers may pay more, or less, for the same items by stocking up just a few miles away.
Chicago area man pulled over at gunpoint due to car paperwork error
Gurnee police said the level of response was necessary for what they considered at the time to be a "high-risk traffic stop."
Using hearing aids can reduce risk of death by nearly 25%, study finds
Researchers hope their findings will inspire action to make hearing aid devices more affordable since they can cost over $1,000 per ear.
Unlicensed dentist who gave patients fake braces appears in court
Monica Davis turned herself in to Schaumburg police last week after learning investigators received complaints about her suburban dental practice.
Unlicensed dentist charged after leaving Schaumburg patients with fake braces
It was not Monica Davis' first run-in with the law after allegedly practicing dentistry without a license in Nevada.
Romance scams involving AI images, cryptocurrency on the rise
CBS 2 calculated a 50% increase in crypto-related cases in just a decade, according to Chicago police data.
Family accuses estate salesman of taking advantage of them while grieving
The family didn't get their cut of the estate sale, not hearing back from the salesman until CBS 2 got involved.
Fire destroys restaurant set to open soon in Edgewater
Chicago fire investigators have not said what ignited, but did determine the fire was accidental.
DNC security plans could affect residents near United Center
A buffer zone around the arena will be in place for nine days during which common activities like dog walking will not be allowed.
CVS, Chicago organization gives new moms career, housing opportunities
Furnished apartments are available to moms at an affordable rate. It's opportunity some of the CVS graduates take advantage of.
Unlicensed dentist leaves Illinois patients with fake braces, a chipped tooth
The fake dentist also faces accusations of practicing while unlicensed in Nevada and was even arrested before treating patients in the Chicago suburbs.
State law leaves Round Lake Beach homeowner with bill after flood that wasn't her fault
While the Round Lake Beach resident finally got compensated, her case is a warning for homeowners to look into special flood coverage.
Expert shares what to look for to avoid travel planning scams
CBS 2 has documented multiple instances of people falling victim to travel scams. One Chicago area expert has advice on how to avoid such scams.
Illinois aims to boost volunteer firefighter force with tax credit
The National Volunteer Fire Council said, "The number of volunteer firefighters reached a low in 2020, while call volume continues to rise every year."