Fifth grader writes book to empower others with dyslexia
Cecilia Santagata says dyslexia doesn't define her; she calls it her superpower, because it's taken her to new heights.
Jibaritos y Más serves up Puerto Rican cuisine with a side of generosity
A thriving family-owned restaurant in Chicago is also on a mission to help those who need it most. Take a mom with a dream, a son devoted to helping her, and you've got the ingredients for kindness and success.
Artist designs new Cubs Jersey, combining Chicago sports and Latino traditions
The Cubs jersey designed by Liz Flores will be available during Hispanic and Latino Heritage Night at Wrigley Field on Sept. 25.
Chicagoland Walk and Roll to Cure FSHD happening in Barrington, Illinois this weekend
The Chicagoland Walk and Roll to Cure FSHD event returns on Saturday to help raise money and awareness about facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy.
Palatine gardening coach helps clients unearth their green thumb
A woman in the northwest suburbs offers her services as a gardening coach, helping others unearth their outdoor growing game and find some peace of mind in their own backyards.
New mahjong parlor in Wrigleyville is fueling the game's popularity in Chicago
Mahjong is a game with a long history, and a new business is fueling its renewed popularity in Chicago.
Lake Forest program provides therapy through bond between horses and humans
Horses and humans and the gentle bond between them. For a program in north suburban Lake Forest, the motto is "best days happen here." Equestrian Connection provides therapy services to people ranging in age from 2 to over 100.
A CBS Chicago photographer remembers the deadly 1995 heat wave
CBS News Chicago photojournalist Dino Pillizzi had a personal reflection on the 1995 heat wave, as he covered the tragedy in real time.
A virus might trigger or contribute to Parkinson's disease, Northwestern Medicine researchers find
Parkinson's disease is a neurogenerative disease that affects more than 1 million people in the U.S. While some cases are caused by genetics, the cause is unknown in most.
Rodell Rosel says opera connects people through music, emotion
Rodell Rosel is an accomplished tenor who has been singing opera in Chicago and around the country for more than two decades.
Meet Miss Foozie, an icon of Chicago's LGBTQ+ community
As we celebrate Pride Month, we want to introduce you to an icon in Chicago's LGBTQ+ community and nightlife: Miss Foozie.
Jury awards $20.5M to family of girl who died from toxic levels of morphine
"Ava's body was yelling out to these clinicians, 'help me!', and they just ignored it," attorney Matthew Williams said.
Civic Actors Studio helps leaders open up using theater techniques
The Civic Actor Studio is a four-day leadership retreat that is part of the University of Chicago's Office of Civic Engagement, which has made a profound difference in many lives.
CACC running out of shelter space amid rising pet surrenders
Chicago Animal Care and Control said it is seeing rising numbers of people turning in stray animals or surrendering their pets to city shelters this spring.
Lane Tech senior steals spotlight at CPS science fair
For decades some of the city's brightest students have shown their very best at the Chicago Public Schools science fair, but a Lane Tech senior stole the spotlight this year.