N.J. Governor Calls Quinn 'A Disaster'
A war of words between Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn and New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie has heated up, as Christie called Quinn "a disaster" and Quinn's office criticized New Jersey's dismal record of creating jobs.
A war of words between Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn and New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie has heated up, as Christie called Quinn "a disaster" and Quinn's office criticized New Jersey's dismal record of creating jobs.
A program is planned for Saturday to address growing incidences of brain injuries to young people, especially while playing sports.
Illinois state officials are moving to close the Alden Village North nursing home in the Rogers Park neighborhood, on accusations of a pattern of neglect and death there.
An author claims sitting in a tub full of ice water can help you lose weight as your body tries to keep its temperature warm. CBS 2's Mary Kay Kleist asks an expert to evaluate the concept.
Fewer teens and young adults are having sex, according to a national survey, and an Illinois nonprofit group says credit goes to improvements in health education.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration wants you to check your medicine cabinet to see if you have any of more than 500 medicines it is pulling off the market.
Raising a child is changing for some parents. Many are turning to a "hands off" approach to parenting babies and toddlers. CBS 2's Mary Kay Kleist reports toddler students at Chicago's Waldorf School are creating their own mid-morning snack by using regular utensils, including a knife.
You've heard of second-hand smoke and the dangers non-smokers face from it. But, now, there's a new threat, from something called third-hand smoke.
A strict measure to be discussed in Springfield would outlaw tanning beds for minors, even if they have parental permission to use them.
Fever phobia is rampant among parents of young children, but the American Academy of Pediatrics says a fever might not be such a worry.
At least one mental health initiative will not be cut back, even after the Gov. Pat Quinn predicted looming budget cuts across the Illinois Department of Human Services.
A number of companies offer mail-in blood test kits that won't cost you as much as a doctor's visit. CBS 2's Dorothy Tucker screens some of the popular alternatives.
It's a disorder that's so misunderstood that its victims are often mistaken for being unfriendly or even rude, but it's something they can't help.
YouTube videos on cutting and other self-injury methods are an alarming new trend, attract millions of hits and could serve as a how-to for troubled viewers, a study warns.
Metra is pleading with U.S. House Republicans not to eliminate federal funding that would be spent on improving the air quality at its downtown train terminals.
Democratic U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin and Republican challenger Eric Hovde repeatedly accused each other of lying during an often testy and confrontational debate.
Wisconsin voters will vote whether to explicitly bar non-U.S. citizens from voting. Republicans argue they're trying to protect election integrity, but Democrats and other opponents say the amendment has no practical effect.
Voters in the 9th Precinct of the 47th Ward in Chicago are being asked if a liquor ban in place for 117 years should continue.
O'Neill Burke said her agenda focuses on getting guns off the street and addressing the root causes of crime.
The judge overseeing President Donald Trump's 2020 election interference case released more evidence collected by special counsel Jack Smith on Friday.
The study said the unique difficulty finding a place in suburban Chicago was the result of a number of factors, including the growth of hip suburbs, big businesses relocating to the area, and high occupancy rates and slow construction.
Experts raised concerns about people in already underserved communities losing easy access to drug stores.
This scam involves customers' purchased tickets disappearing before they could even be used—and landing in the hands of scammers.
A federal judge in Georgia made a ruling that would allow for the Biden administration's sweeping relief that affects tens of millions of American borrowers.
Michael Cozzi bought a prepaid debit card for his friend and put $300 on it—only to be told by every party involved with the card that it was in somebody else's name and he couldn't unlock the money.
Struggling pharmacy chain attempts turnaround amid low drug reimbursement rates and slower consumer spending.
The denser the breast, the harder it is to detect breast cancer with a mammogram alone.
In 1974, a creative surgical procedure saved the career of L.A. Dodgers pitcher Tommy John after he tore his UCL. Today, an astonishing 35% of active MLB pitchers have had "Tommy John surgery." But more than half of the athletes getting the procedure are under 18.
Only people who had contact with a bat have reason to be concerned. A bat flying overhead cannot give anyone rabies.
Northwestern Medicine researchers hope their discovery will lead to a potential treatment for those with pulmonary issues.
Experts raised concerns about people in already underserved communities losing easy access to drug stores.
The Indiana Court of Appeals has reinstated a lawsuit filed by the state accusing TikTok of deceiving its users about the video-sharing platform's level of inappropriate content for children and the security of its consumers' personal information.
Magnicity is still mum on what exactly it has in mind for the space, though 360 CHICAGO earlier said a restaurant will not be back.
Jeep is recalling more than 194,000 plug-in hybrid SUVs worldwide because they can catch fire with the ignition turned off.
A Black man alleges in a lawsuit that an Iowa trucking company fired him as a driver because he wouldn't cut off his dreadlocks.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class of 2024 includes Cher, Mary J. Blige, Ozzy Osbourne, Dave Matthews Band and Dionne Warwick, among others.
Liam Payne, 31, died Wednesday after falling into the interior patio of a hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Pop star Liam Payne of One Direction died after falling into an interior patio of a hotel in Buenos Aires, officials said.
One of the greatest actors of all time, Al Pacino's life might have turned out very differently, if not for his mother's determination, the faith of director Francis Ford Coppola, or his success at overcoming an addiction to drink. He talks about his new memoir, "Sonny Boy."
The 2024-2025 prime-time programming lineup of CBS Originals features three new dramas, two new comedies, a reimagined classic game show, special event programming and much more.
CBS Chicago meteorologist Laura Bannon shares the forecast for Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024.
Bostwick spoke with CBS Chicago's Vince Gerasole about the enduring popularity of the cult hit "The Rocky Horror Picture Show," on the cusp of its 50th anniversary.
The 13th Annual Forest Park Casket Races are this weekend, explains Laurie Kokenes with the Forest Park Chamber of Commerce.
Thompsen was involved in a crash on East Leverett Road at County Road 1300E in Champaign County. The details of the crash are still under investigation.
This 6-year-old girl is just looking for a home to lounge and take some cozy cat naps in. Carissa is very low maintenance but enjoys play time if you can make it happen. She has no problem with new people and is very friendly, allowing strangers to introduce themselves and pet her.
Authorities say that the body of an elderly woman with dementia who was missing for over a week has been recovered, 11 days after she was last seen.
Police say the 49-year-old victim got into a verbal fight with a woman on the bus, and that's when she took out a knife and stabbed him in the chest.
Video captured the moments when crowds and vehicles overtook a section of North Avenue near the Kennedy Expressway in Chicago overnight.
While Nov. 5 is Election Day, voters in Illinois have the option of voting early in person or by mail beforehand.
The study said the unique difficulty finding a place in suburban Chicago was the result of a number of factors, including the growth of hip suburbs, big businesses relocating to the area, and high occupancy rates and slow construction.
O'Neill Burke said her agenda focuses on getting guns off the street and addressing the root causes of crime.
After learning someone tried to kill him when he was just hours old, he used DNA testing kits hoping to get offenders arrested.
Fioretti is a well-known figure in Chicago politics, but not necessarily on the Republican ticket.
Experts raised concerns about people in already underserved communities losing easy access to drug stores.
Chiropractor who promoted stem cell benefits for relieving arthritis pain is disciplined after six-year investigation by state
Tawee Walker ran for 126 yards in another big performance, Braedyn Locke threw for a touchdown and ran for a score, and Wisconsin beat Northwestern 23-3.
The O.W.L.S. program has been around for over a decade, bringing the sport to underserved communities in Chicago
Jay Cutler was arrested for a DUI, gun possession and other charges in Franklin, Tennessee on Thursday evening, an official confirmed to CBS News.
Tyler Bertuzzi and Nick Foligno each scored a power-play goal, and Chicago beat the San Jose Sharks 4-2 in the Blackhawks' home opener.
Gregg Berhalter sees the Chicago Fire as a "sleeping giant" poised for success.
Police say the 49-year-old victim got into a verbal fight with a woman on the bus, and that's when she took out a knife and stabbed him in the chest.
Authorities report that Corey Thompsen, 28, was involved in a crash on East Leverett Road at County Road 1300E in Champaign County. Investigators haven't said what led to the two-car crash.
Video captured the moments when crowds and vehicles overtook a section of North Avenue near the Kennedy Expressway in Chicago overnight.
Tatiana Cox's two cousins were killed in the crash and she's frustrated at the lack of updates from police.
Police said, around 3:45 p.m., a 45-year-old man was sitting in a parked car in the McDonald's parking lot near Sheridan Road and Wilson Avenue, when two people approached, and one of them started shooting.