Illinois Gaming Board approves move of 2 casinos in Joliet, Aurora
The Illinois Gaming Board has approved moving two casinos in the suburbs.
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The Illinois Gaming Board has approved moving two casinos in the suburbs.
The Hollywood casinos in Joliet and Aurora are moving to new buildings.
The all-girls unarmed exhibition drill team beat out 26 other teams from across the country.
He's now facing multiple charges including DUI.
Police said an Aurora man trying to escape officers was driving 100-miles-per-hour, drove against traffic and even sailed over a sidewalk.
Flames were seen in the roof structure and the ventilating towers.
Flames were seen in the roof structure and the ventilating towers. Kris Habermehl reports from Chopper 2.
Mulch helps the environment by reducing waste, conserving moisture in the soil, and protecting plants from the elements.
CBS 2's Sara Machi is in the Mobile Weather Lab traveling through the far western suburbs which is expected to get severe weather soon as system with possible high winds and hail is heading toward the Chicago area.
The mayor encouraged people to get to know their Sikh neighbors.
Business was booming before the pandemic, enough to move to a 14,000-square-foot venue with two theaters and a comedy museum in 2019.
One suburban theater owner had the money to make it, but says a dispute with the bank ruined his chance of COVID recovery.
The POWER Women's Group at Aurora City Hall hoped to get 100 donated purses – instead they received nearly 500.
Women and men volunteered to sort, clean, and fill each purse with personal care items for unhoused and low-income women.
CBS 2's Noel Brennan and his crew had to shelter in place when warning sirens went off near Aurora.
The drive-through drop-off will be Saturday, April 22.
The drop-off is limited to the first 1,500 Aurora residents who sign up.
Current Mayor Richard Irvin described Whitey as having a huge sense of humor and an even bigger heart.
The former 5th Ward Alderman, who was lovingly called "Whitey" has passed away. He retired back in 2015 after serving 12 years on the council.
Imams will lead the invocation at Tuesday's council meeting, and the mayor will also honor youth leaders for their community service.
The Aurora City Council is honoring the leaders and youth of both mosques in the western suburb, in celebration of the Islamic holy month of Ramadan.
You can buy everything from baked goods to candles and jewelry at Society 57 near Benton and River Street.
If you can't make it today, a second market is scheduled for April 22.
The victim, a 34-year-old Montgomery man, was located inside the store with apparent stab wounds. He was taken to a local hospital for treatment in stable condition.
A Geneva man pleads guilty in connection to a DUI crash that left one man dead, and another seriously hurt in Aurora last year
Tuhan "Amanda" Waller, 53, has been charged with five felony counts of retail theft. She had previously pleaded guilty to charges in three other shoplifting incidents.
The Supreme Court on Wednesday said it will take up a challenge to a new law that could lead to a ban on TikTok in the U.S.
Paramedics took a child to Comer Children's Hospital in good condition. Firefighters also rescued a man from a 3rd floor window.
The House Ethics Committee has quietly voted to release its report on the investigation into former Rep. Matt Gaetz, two sources said.
The bicyclist was taken to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead.
The Supreme Court on Wednesday said it will take up a challenge to a new law that could lead to a ban on TikTok in the U.S.
The House Ethics Committee has quietly voted to release its report on the investigation into former Rep. Matt Gaetz, two sources said.
Survivors, advocates and experts have weighed in on Mayor Brandon Johnson's pledge to create a task force to study the safety of Black women in Chicago.
Thornton Township Trustees Christopher Gonzalez and Carmen Carlisle have been going to great lengths to stall movement on Henyard's plans for the township.
Vice President Kamala Harris, the Democratic candidate, won Illinois' popular vote in November, and will get all 19 of the state's electoral votes.
Anyone who has an affected Connie's Pizza in the freezer should either throw it out or bring it back to the store for a refund.
The Chicago-based company is accused of tricking diners about delivery fees, misleading drivers about pay, and listing restaurants on its platform without permission.
Back in 2017, the city promised to replace the smelly windows after the CBS News Chicago Investigators exposed the issue. But just a tiny fraction of the windows in question have been replaced.
According to the U.S. Department of Labor, the department's Wage and Hour Division has an open investigation with a HelloFresh facility in Aurora.
Thomas Riolo said he is paying the price for an update to his report that shows damage to his vehicle for which he is not responsible. The damage in question happened before he even owned the car.
The sisters share a special bond of getting a second chance at life, which they both received at the age of 38 years old.
An even larger investment of $500 million is going toward 10 new outpatient facilities throughout the South Side that will add 85,000 health care appointments each year.
Scientists used the NanoGripper to grab particles from the SARS-CoV2 virus that causes COVID-19.
The program should launch early next year.
Feds find 11 kids illegally employed for at least 4 years at Seaboard Triumph Foods facility in Sioux City, Iowa.
This move was anticipated back in the summer, and comes months after the mortgage company Guaranteed Rate changed its name simply to Rate.
Both President Biden and President-elect Trump have vowed to block the $15 billion acquisition on national security grounds.
The bar has been in the ownership of the same family since 1989.
Experts said Tuesday night that the industry is facing hard times because of factors such as slowing sales and diminishing reimbursements—leading to store closures.
The restaurant, at 4806 N. Broadway, announced that it will close its doors for good on Friday, Dec. 20.
Taylor also played two nights at Ravinia this past June.
Mindy Kaling and Morris Chestnut announced the nominations for the 82nd annual Golden Globes, with 10 nominees revealed live on CBS News.
The lawsuit alleges the unidentified girl was raped at a Video Music Awards afterparty in 2000.
Social media sleuths noticed that the house next door to the iconic "Home Alone" house in Winnetka is now up for sale.
Here are the top songs, artists, and albums streamed on Spotify in Chicago this year, according to communications agency Burson Global.
A deadly crash involving a car and bicycle is under investigation in northwest suburban Rolling Meadows. A man on a bike was killed when he collided with a car on Rohlwing Road.
The song is most likely already stuck in your head. If so, check out this Mariah Carey themed holiday pop-up.
Navigating fertility discussions can be tricky, especially during holiday gatherings. Here's a few tips you can use.
Nothing sparkles under a Christmas tree like a diamond or jewel. If you're considering getting a little bauble for the holiday, time is ticking and you'll want to do your homework. For example, what's the difference between lab-created or natural gems? What about buying estate jewelry as a gift? Jewel expert Tobina Kahn explains what you need to know.
Firefighters rushed to get people out of a burning apartment building Wednesday morning in the Auburn Gresham neighborhood.
A "combination of factors" appear to have led a 15-year-old student to carry out a school shooting, police in Madison, Wisconsin, said Tuesday.
The building at 2347 S. Michigan Av. has been vacant ever since 21 people were killed in a stampede inside the E2 nightclub in 2003.
Thornton Township Trustees Christopher Gonzalez and Carmen Carlisle have been going to great lengths to stall movement on Henyard's plans for the township.
Survivors, advocates and experts have weighed in on Mayor Brandon Johnson's pledge to create a task force to study the safety of Black women in Chicago.
Tuhan "Amanda" Waller, 53, has been charged with five felony counts of retail theft. She had previously pleaded guilty to charges in three other shoplifting incidents.
Survivors, advocates and experts have weighed in on Mayor Brandon Johnson's pledge to create a task force to study the safety of Black women in Chicago.
The Chicago-based company is accused of tricking diners about delivery fees, misleading drivers about pay, and listing restaurants on its platform without permission.
Now-retired Joliet police Sgt. Javier Esqueda was charged in connection with leaking squad car video of a man who died in Joliet police custody.
The original bus company they paid $10,000 to take them to Tampa left them stranded Wednesday night.
The cheerleaders turned to CBS News Chicago for help—and some disturbing information was discovered about how the girls ended up stranded.
Donato skated out of the right corner and stuffed a shot past Logan Thompson to hand Washington a second straight loss for only the second time this season.
Layden Blocker led the way for the Blue Demons (8-3, 0-2) with 17 points. Conor Enright added 12 points.
This move was anticipated back in the summer, and comes months after the mortgage company Guaranteed Rate changed its name simply to Rate.
The move, which will also see the Yankees send right-handed reliever Cody Poteet to the Cubs, is a cost-saving move for Chicago, after acquiring superstar right fielder Kyle Tucker from the Astros.
The Bears went 1 for 12 on third down and 1 for 3 on fourth down.
Tuhan "Amanda" Waller, 53, has been charged with five felony counts of retail theft. She had previously pleaded guilty to charges in three other shoplifting incidents.
An Indiana man, Joseph Corcoran, convicted of killing four people including his brother and his sister's fiancé decades ago was put to death, without any independent witness, marking the state's first execution in 15 years.
Survivors, advocates and experts have weighed in on Mayor Brandon Johnson's pledge to create a task force to study the safety of Black women in Chicago.
The owner of Fresh Mart Foods, at 400 E 83rd St., said he's thinking of closing up shop after the latest burglary.
A "combination of factors" appear to have led a 15-year-old student to carry out a school shooting, police in Madison, Wisconsin, said Tuesday.
