Shoppers across Chicago hit the stores for last-minute Christmas gifts
The main topic for shoppers was not the lines or the last-minute deals, but the warm weather.
Excitement over playoff-bound Bears prompts warning about possible ticket scams
The demand for Chicago Bears playoff tickets is high. So high that scammers may be looking to get in on the action.
Chicago police searching for driver in double fatal hit-and-run on South Side
Chicago police Police found the jeep involved in the crash abandoned, with no sign of the driver.
What does Bears win means for ticket prices, stadium negotiations?
The victory pushes the Bears one step closer to their first postseason appearance since 2020.
Tinley Park family creates homemade Christmas village in their driveway
Tucked into a south suburban neighborhood is a Christmas surprise at least six months in the making. A Tinley Park man has created a Christmas village at his own home.
Chicagoans remember Rob Reiner, who made frequent stops to the city
Reiner made frequent stops to Chicago, from throwing a first pitch at Wrigley in 2008 to appearing at last year's Democratic National Convention.
Australia attack prompts increased security during menorah lighting events in Chicago
Jewish leaders said they won't be deterred from celebrating Hanukkah and the true message of the holiday.
Aurora warming center gets $360K donation of PPE from Teinnovations
The harsh winter conditions aren't the only challenge for Aurora's warming center. Keeping staff and clients healthy can be a challenge, too. They're getting a big donation to help them through.
Mayor's critics introduce alternate budget, set 5 meetings to vote by end of year
Chicago aldermen have scheduled a series of five City Council meetings before Christmas as they race the clock to pass a budget by the end of the year and avoid a city government shutdown.
FTA threatens funding if CTA does not improve security
The Federal Transit Administration is demanding that the CTA take immediate action to improve safety or risk losing funding.
Saint Nick hits the road in Naperville for 6th annual Santa's Sleigh Tour
Santa spoke with CBS News Chicago via Zoom, seemingly from a workshop near the North Pole.
Chicagoans remain hopeful after Bears drop NFC North lead to Packers
Despite Sunday's loss and losing the top spot in the NFC North, fans said they're confident the Bears will bounce back.
Cleanup continues in Chicago after Sunday's snowfall
Chicago has now seen more than 17 inches of snow this winter season — the quickest accumulation since 1978, according to the National Weather Service.
Annual trolley toy drive collects Christmas gifts from Chicago area high schools
The season of giving was in action Thursday morning at several Chicago area high schools, as they participated in the 4th annual CBS News Chicago toy drive trolley.
Chicago's wintry weather brings return of slippery conditions, parking dibs
Winter weather in Chicago not only brought some hazardous conditions, but it also saw the return of dibs parking, with some using chairs and cones.