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Mayor Johnson celebrates reopening of public mental health center

The reopened Pilsen facility is one of three that Mayor Brandon Johnson promised would reopen by the end of the year.

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Fireworks at public meeting in Sauk Village over missing funds, plans for audit

Anthony Finch has filed suit against the village and Mayor Derrick Burgess for wrongful termination. Now, four trustees want to bring Finch back to the village—but this time working as an auditor.

Nov 19

Wis. regulators file complaint against ex-justice who led election probe

Judicial regulators have filed a complaint against a former Wisconsin Supreme Court justice who spread election conspiracy theories and was hired by Republicans to lead an investigation into President-elect Donald Trump's loss in the 2020 election, accusing him of violating multiple rules of conduct.

Nov 19

Johnson lowers property tax hike plan to $150M, says critics need to "grow up"

"Some of the steps and measures that are being taken, these are some individuals that are having tantrums right now. It's time to grow up. The people of Chicago don't have time for that," Johnson said.

Nov 19

Jury Finds Former President Donald Trump Guilty On All 34 Counts In Hush Money Trial

Prosecutors urge judge to consider postponing Trump's sentencing

President-elect Donald Trump's six-year New York criminal odyssey might need to continue for at least another four, prosecutors said Tuesday.

Nov 19

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Chicago woman says she is cut off from her medical records after practice closes down

So far, despite several requests, the woman has not been able to get a hold of her medical records to send to her new doctors.

Nov 19

Possible Chicago liquor tax hike would be disaster, hospitality industry says

Those in the industry who spoke to CBS News Chicago said their margins are already so slim that an increased liquor tax could drive business owners to close their doors.

Nov 15

Woman has home sold out from under her in tax sale, all due to county paperwork issue

Robin McElroy said she loves everything about her Morgan Park home—except for the panic-inducing surprises she has been getting in the mail about her supposedly unpaid taxes.

Nov 8

Better Business Bureau warns of scams targeting veterans

Scammers often get financial information and personal details, or lure in veterans with videos that claim they can win lots of money,

Nov 7

Holiday shopping season is here. How can you avoid overspending?

It's the season of giving, but if you're not careful with finances, you could be getting a hefty bill at the end of the holiday season.

Nov 7

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Colgate To Eneter "Natural" Market With Deal To Buy Tom's Of Maine

Here's what to know about bacteria in Tom's of Maine's toothpaste

The FDA sent a warning letter flagging "significant violations" of manufacturing regulations for Tom's of Maine toothpaste.

Nov 19

"Full House" star Dave Coulier announces cancer diagnosis

The 65-year-old actor and stand-up comedian, best known for portraying Joey Gladstone on "Full House," said he first noticed symptoms in October.

Nov 13

Wisconsin's high court mulls with whether 1849 abortion ban is valid

An attorney representing a conservative prosecutor struggled Monday to convince Wisconsin's liberal-leaning Supreme Court to reactivate the state's 175-year-old abortion ban.

Nov 12

"Dawson's Creek" alum James Van Der Beek announces cancer diagnosis

The "Dawson's Creek" alum shared the news on Sunday and said that despite the diagnosis, there is "reason for optimism, and I'm feeling good."

Nov 3

New treatment for type 1 diabetics gives hope to UChicago patients

Three patients at the University of Chicago Medicine are in the trial for the treatment.

Oct 30

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Good vibes and a proprietor's dream come true at Chicago's Urban Morning Cozy Café

Owner Ricky Burns made a big dream come true in the tiny space on Western Avenue in West Ridge.

Nov 15

Possible Chicago liquor tax hike would be disaster, hospitality industry says

Those in the industry who spoke to CBS News Chicago said their margins are already so slim that an increased liquor tax could drive business owners to close their doors.

Nov 15

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Developer hopes to refresh and revitalize commercial corridor in West Pullman

The nonprofit Far South Community Development Corporation is working to create everlasting change—and has a vision specifically for the commercial corridor at 115th and Halsted streets.

Nov 13

Grubhub sells for $650 million, just 3 years after selling for $7.3 billion

Wonder Group, a New York-based food ordering company that touts "fast fine" dining, is set to be Grubhub's new owner.

Nov 13

Foxtrot to reopen fourth store in Chicago after April shutdown

Foxtrot will be pouring free drip coffee between 6 a.m. and 10 a.m. at the Fulton Market location to celebrate the reopening.

Nov 12

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Kris Vire, Chicago arts writer and theatre critic, dies at 47

Speaking to American Theatre in 2018, Vire said he arrived in Chicago as a "lapsed actor," and fell into theatre criticism "through the back door."

Nov 19

Cher opens up about life with Sonny

With the release of part one of her new memoir, Cher talks about her relationship - on stage and off - with Sonny Bono, and why their TV partnership survived beyond their marriage.

Nov 17

Conan O'Brien will host the 2025 Academy Awards

"America demanded it and now it's happening: Taco Bell's new Cheesy Chalupa Supreme. In other news, I'm hosting the Oscars," Conan O'Brien said.

Nov 15

Actor Harry Lennix named to Illinois Broadcasters Association Hall of Fame

The IBA also gave out the Silver Dome Awards at its luncheon Wednesday.

Nov 13

"Full House" star Dave Coulier announces cancer diagnosis

The 65-year-old actor and stand-up comedian, best known for portraying Joey Gladstone on "Full House," said he first noticed symptoms in October.

Nov 13

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Widespread snow, heavy bursts coming Thursday morning in Chicago

Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon has your 10 p.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024.

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Skin care experts urge caution over TikTok trends

Skin care experts say the products touted on TikTok can be abrasive.

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Mother takes on frustrating fight for help for son who says he was abused at school

The Chicago kindergartner, who has special needs, claims abuse by other students and staff at Robert Nathaniel Dett Elementary. As Suzanne Le Mignot reports, his mother says she has been retaliated against for standing up for her child.

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Fire rips through apartment building on Chicago's North Side

No one was injured in the fire in the building on School Street in Roscoe Village.

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Experts push to protect victims of domestic violence after deadly Chicago stabbing

Police say a mother and wife was stabbed to death by her husband in Portage Park this week, and the husband was also found dead soon afterward. As Darius Johnson reports, advocates say the case points to a flawed system when it comes to protecting domestic violence victims.

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Heavier snowfall totals expected Thursday in Chicago

A strong burst of snow with heavy rates around 1 inch per hour is forecast beginning at 8 a.m.

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Fire rages on residential block in Roscoe Village

Video from Citizen app showed flames engulfing the top floor of the four-story brick apartment building at 1925 W. School St.

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Advocates want judge reassigned after releasing man later accused of killing wife

A judge released Constantin Beldie on electronic monitoring in October, after he allegedly beat and tried to kidnap his estranged wife. He's now accused of killing her weeks later.

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Mother fights to get help for her son who says he was abused at a Chicago elementary school

The kindergartner, who has special needs, claims abuse by other students and staff at Robert Nathaniel Dett Elementary. His mother says she has been retaliated against for standing up for her child.

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14 people injured when 2 cars, CTA bus crash in Washington Park neighborhood

Four people were taken to area hospitals in serious-to-critical condition, and one of those four was described as "very critical" by the Fire Department.

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Advocates want judge reassigned after releasing man later accused of killing wife

A judge released Constantin Beldie on electronic monitoring in October, after he allegedly beat and tried to kidnap his estranged wife. He's now accused of killing her weeks later.

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Chicago woman says she is cut off from her medical records after practice closes down

So far, despite several requests, the woman has not been able to get a hold of her medical records to send to her new doctors.

Nov 19

Chicago owed nearly $20 million in police overtime for special events

The police department has spent $22.6 million in overtime this year for officers working special events — only about $2 million of which has been reimbursed to the city.

Nov 19

Kids are dying after finding loaded guns. One mom is fighting to stop it.

Indiana is ranked among the states with the weakest gun safety laws, in part because it does not have a law that requires safely storing firearms.

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Family demands more security after brutal attack at Good Samaritan Hospital

"How is this possible that so many things could have gone wrong and allowed for this to happen?" Candice Gatlin said.

Nov 15

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Illinois fails test against Final Four team from last season in loss to Alabama

Will Riley led Illinois (3-1) with 18 points and nine rebounds while Kylan Boswell added 17 and Kasparas Jakucionis had 15.

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Championship Series - New York Yankees v Cleveland Guardians - Game 4

Bulls pull within one point in the third, but go on to lose big to Bucks

Zach Lavine scored 27 points to lead Chicago. Torrey Craig added 15, while Nikola Vucevic and Coby White had 14 each.

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Cubs acquire reliever Eli Morgan from Cleveland

Morgan went 3-0 with a 1.93 ERA in 32 appearances last season for the AL Central champion Guardians.

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Caleb Williams confident as Vikings prepare to sail in and take on Bears

Williams and the Bears offense will try to build off the positives in game one this past weekend with Thomas Brown calling plays.

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Jacob Meyer scores 16 as DePaul beats Eastern Illinois

Meyer had five rebounds for the Blue Demons (5-0). Troy D'Amico scored 14 points.

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Woman left with severe burns after driver hits her food truck in Brighton Park

Alicia Robles said didn't initially feel the pain because she was still absorbing the situation—and then seconds later, her skin, she said, was on fire.

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Advocates want judge reassigned after releasing man later accused of killing wife

A judge released Constantin Beldie on electronic monitoring in October, after he allegedly beat and tried to kidnap his estranged wife. He's now accused of killing her weeks later.

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1 killed, baby grazed in drive-by shooting on West Side

Police said the drive-by shooting happened on the 2400 block of South Oakley Avenue around 10:45 a.m.

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1 seriously wounded in stabbing on CTA bus in Chatham

CTA officials received a disturbance call just before 9:40 a.m. on board a bus near the entrance to the Red Line station along the Dan Ryan Expressway.

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Susan Smith denied parole 30 years after drowning her 2 sons

Susan Smith, convicted of killing her two sons by rolling her car into a lake in 1994, broke down in tears while making her case to the parole board.

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Politics

Mayor Johnson celebrates reopening of public mental health center

Fireworks at public meeting in Sauk Village over missing funds, plans for audit

Wis. regulators file complaint against ex-justice who led election probe

Johnson lowers property tax hike plan to $150M, says critics need to "grow up"

Prosecutors urge judge to consider postponing Trump's sentencing

Consumer News

Chicago woman says she is cut off from her medical records after practice closes down

Possible Chicago liquor tax hike would be disaster, hospitality industry says

Woman has home sold out from under her in tax sale, all due to county paperwork issue

Better Business Bureau warns of scams targeting veterans

Holiday shopping season is here. How can you avoid overspending?

Health News

Here's what to know about bacteria in Tom's of Maine's toothpaste

"Full House" star Dave Coulier announces cancer diagnosis

Wisconsin's high court mulls with whether 1849 abortion ban is valid

"Dawson's Creek" alum James Van Der Beek announces cancer diagnosis

New treatment for type 1 diabetics gives hope to UChicago patients

Business News

Good vibes and a proprietor's dream come true at Chicago's Urban Morning Cozy Café

Possible Chicago liquor tax hike would be disaster, hospitality industry says

Developer hopes to refresh and revitalize commercial corridor in West Pullman

Grubhub sells for $650 million, just 3 years after selling for $7.3 billion

Foxtrot to reopen fourth store in Chicago after April shutdown

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Entertainment

Kris Vire, Chicago arts writer and theatre critic, dies at 47

Cher opens up about life with Sonny

Conan O'Brien will host the 2025 Academy Awards

Actor Harry Lennix named to Illinois Broadcasters Association Hall of Fame​

"Full House" star Dave Coulier announces cancer diagnosis

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Widespread snow, heavy bursts coming Thursday morning in Chicago

Skin care experts urge caution over TikTok trends

Mother takes on frustrating fight for help for son who says he was abused at school

Fire rips through apartment building on Chicago's North Side

Experts push to protect victims of domestic violence after deadly Chicago stabbing

Latest News

Heavier snowfall totals expected Thursday in Chicago

Fire rages on residential block in Roscoe Village

Advocates want judge reassigned after releasing man later accused of killing wife

Mother fights to get help for her son who says he was abused at a Chicago elementary school

14 people injured when 2 cars, CTA bus crash in Washington Park neighborhood

CBS Chicago Investigators

Advocates want judge reassigned after releasing man later accused of killing wife

Chicago woman says she is cut off from her medical records after practice closes down

Chicago owed nearly $20 million in police overtime for special events

Kids are dying after finding loaded guns. One mom is fighting to stop it.

Family demands more security after brutal attack at Good Samaritan Hospital

Sports

Illinois fails test against Final Four team from last season in loss to Alabama

Bulls pull within one point in the third, but go on to lose big to Bucks

Cubs acquire reliever Eli Morgan from Cleveland

Caleb Williams confident as Vikings prepare to sail in and take on Bears

Jacob Meyer scores 16 as DePaul beats Eastern Illinois

Crime

Woman left with severe burns after driver hits her food truck in Brighton Park

Advocates want judge reassigned after releasing man later accused of killing wife

1 killed, baby grazed in drive-by shooting on West Side

1 seriously wounded in stabbing on CTA bus in Chatham

Susan Smith denied parole 30 years after drowning her 2 sons

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