Chicago Teachers Union hosting back-to-school summer jam in West Town
It will allow students and their families to say goodbye to summer and get the help they need for the school year.
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It will allow students and their families to say goodbye to summer and get the help they need for the school year.
They hosted a back-to-school block party and supply giveaway in a parking lot at 43rd Street and Lake Park Avenue in Bronzeville.
Noname, real name Fatimah Warner, said she wanted to celebrate the release with the community that raised her.
The annual back to school giveaway will be held Saturday at five locations.
The Impac Group Foundation is working with S2 Grills to give away 1,000 backpacks. CBS 2's Shardaa Gray reports.
In today’s Back 2 School segment, we’re looking at a few hairstyles to get you out the door within minutes. Joining us is Delfanita Warren – a stylist and a trichologist, who studies hair and scalps through science.
"It tells us that the need is that much greater, and we have to do more to fill that need. And that's OK. We are ready and prepared to do just that."
The group helps kids and families impacted by poverty, violence, and systemic injustice, but now they're receiving a helping hand. CBS 2's Sara Machi shows you the new partnership creating real growth.
According to Pew Research, 46 percent of teens report being cyberbullied, while 22 percent of students are bulled during each school year.
Those kits also included a little surprise: A "note of inspiration" handwritten by volunteers with the message that someone is rooting for each student's success.
According to Pew Research, 46 percent of teens report being cyberbullied, while 22 percent of students are bulled during each school year. Encourage X Chief Encouragement Officer James Brown and his daughter, 8th grader Sarah Brown, join Jim and Marie to talk about a platform for positive encouragement.
Back 2 School America is hosting its largest school supply distribution event of the year.
It's free to attend with giveaways and important information on the new school year.
We are just a week away from the first day of school for Chicago Public Schools students.
"I won't deny that it can be scary. But I'm there to do a job to make them feel safe."
Next Monday, hundreds of thousands of Chicago Public Schools families will be sending their students back to the classroom. Here's an easy and tasty recipe the kids can bring for lunch.
Next Monday, hundreds of thousands of Chicago Public Schools families will be sending their students back to the classroom. First, here are some cost-cutting and flavorful ideas for some lunch bunch fun, from Chef Leslie Guria of FreshFromYourKitchen.com.
Huge crowds are expected for the 94th annual parade that steps off on Saturday at 10 a.m. from 35th and King Drive.
The countdown is on for kids to head back to school, with just 10 days of summer left for Chicago Public Schools students. And that means one South Side tradition is back, the Bud Billiken Parade.
Ford is currently holding her fourth back-to-school drive.
CBS 2 will have a special presentation of the Bud Billiken Festival. Joe Donlon and Irika Sargent will live in Washington Park at 11:00 a.m.
The offices opened at 9 a.m. and will stay open until 2 p.m.
Mayor Brandon Johnson is expected to stop to give remarks around 10 a.m.
Starting at 1 p.m., backpacks will be given on a first-come, first-served basis.
Volunteers handed out school supplies, and answered questions to get everyone prepared for the new school year.
Ravyn Lenae, a rising R&B star from the South Side of Chicago, is among the artists announced Wednesday for the popular California desert music festival.
This week brings the first significant snowfall of the season to the Chicago area. Snow is expected to fall at least through the early afternoon before changing over to cold November rain.
The state's highest court ruled a special prosecutor's decision to re-indict Smollett violated his constitutional rights after Cook County prosecutors previously dropped charges against him.
James Harris, 44, was arrested on Tuesday in the 3100 block of West Mann Drive by members of the Chicago Police Department and the U.S. Marshals Great Lakes Regional Task Force.
Surveillance video shows the incident at the station on Oct. 17 in the 8600 block of South Morgan Street.
The reopened Pilsen facility is one of three that Mayor Brandon Johnson promised would reopen by the end of the year.
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.
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.
"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.
President-elect Donald Trump's six-year New York criminal odyssey might need to continue for at least another four, prosecutors said Tuesday.
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.
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.
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.
Scammers often get financial information and personal details, or lure in veterans with videos that claim they can win lots of money,
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.
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
The FDA sent a warning letter flagging "significant violations" of manufacturing regulations for Tom's of Maine toothpaste.
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.
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.
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."
Owner Ricky Burns made a big dream come true in the tiny space on Western Avenue in West Ridge.
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.
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.
Wonder Group, a New York-based food ordering company that touts "fast fine" dining, is set to be Grubhub's new owner.
Foxtrot will be pouring free drip coffee between 6 a.m. and 10 a.m. at the Fulton Market location to celebrate the reopening.
Ravyn Lenae, a rising R&B star from the South Side of Chicago, is among the artists announced Wednesday for the popular California desert music festival.
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."
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.
"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.
The IBA also gave out the Silver Dome Awards at its luncheon Wednesday.
Chicago is getting two new mental health centers after voters approved higher property taxes to pay for the expanded services.
The Illinois Supreme Court on Thursday overturned former "Empire" actor Jussie Smollett's conviction for orchestrating a hate crime hoax.
Chicago is the first stop of a national tour for the revamped version of the play. It occurs 19 years after Harry, Ron, and Hermione saved the wizarding world. Now, they have their own kids, who are heading off to Hogwarts. Emmet Smith plays who plays Albus Potter, and ensemble member Timmy Thompson talks more about the show.
Forecasters predict Northern California could see the worst flooding as some parts could get a record 16 inches of rain in 48 hours.
A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect until 1 p.m.
A winter weather advisory will take effect from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Snow is expected to be a threat through noon before changing over to a cold afternoon rain.
The state's highest court ruled a special prosecutor's decision to re-indict Smollett violated his constitutional rights after Cook County prosecutors previously dropped charges against him.
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.
The leaders are accused of crimes against humanity and war crimes over the war in Gaza and the Oct. 7 Hamas attack on Israel.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
"How is this possible that so many things could have gone wrong and allowed for this to happen?" Candice Gatlin said.
Will Riley led Illinois (3-1) with 18 points and nine rebounds while Kylan Boswell added 17 and Kasparas Jakucionis had 15.
Zach Lavine scored 27 points to lead Chicago. Torrey Craig added 15, while Nikola Vucevic and Coby White had 14 each.
Morgan went 3-0 with a 1.93 ERA in 32 appearances last season for the AL Central champion Guardians.
Williams and the Bears offense will try to build off the positives in game one this past weekend with Thomas Brown calling plays.
Meyer had five rebounds for the Blue Demons (5-0). Troy D'Amico scored 14 points.
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.
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.
Police said the drive-by shooting happened on the 2400 block of South Oakley Avenue around 10:45 a.m.
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.
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.
