Suburban Food Pantry Volunteer To Hear Pope Francis Address Congress Thursday
A Schaumburg food pantry volunteer will be among those at the Capitol Thursday when Pope Francis addresses Congress.
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A Schaumburg food pantry volunteer will be among those at the Capitol Thursday when Pope Francis addresses Congress.
Prospect Heights School District 23's board said it made its best and final contract offer to teachers at 12:40 a.m. Wednesday, and has asked the 150 striking teachers and support staff to vote on the offer Wednesday, so students can return to class Thursday.
Latinos make up 17 percent of the general population, and nearly 30 percent of the Chicago population, yet only 4 percent of those who give blood.
Pope Francis won't be visiting Chicago on his trip to the U.S., so many people have been making do with a drawing of him as "Flat Francis."
The Evzio devices provide voice instructions for how to administer a dose of naloxone to someone who has overdosed on heroin.
Melissa Calusinski's attorneys hope a Lake County Judge will grant them an evidentiary hearing on X-ray evidence that they say contradicts the original autopsy ruling that 16-month-old Benjamin Kingan died of a skull fracture in 2009.
American Red Cross volunteers planned to install 500 smoke detectors in homes on the South Side on Saturday, and help educate residents on fire safety.
The Cook County Forest Preserve District starts an eight-day celebration of its 100th birthday this Sunday.
Every boy who signs up for Cub Scouts or Boy Scouts on Thursday will receive a rocket that will be able to blast off at one of eight designated sites on October 3.
As approximately 1,500 students in four northwestern suburbs missed a second day of school due to a teachers' strike, the head of the Prospect Heights school board was offering a glimmer of hope for a quick resolution.
Classes at Prospect Heights School District 23 have been canceled for at least the next two days, after the union and the school board could not agree on a new contract.
Orland Park Mayor Dan McLaughlin has his work cut out for him, after saying he'd call back people who did not get their questions answered at a recent telephone town hall meeting.
The FBI believes it has arrested and charged a North Side woman as the so-called "Uptown Beach Bandit" for a robbery last month.
A man was found dead in a house explosion in Morgan Park and now investigators are trying to determine what sparked the blaze.
The University of Chicago's plan to create an adult trauma center on the South Side might be a victory for advocates who have been demanding such a facility for years, but it's not good enough for some activists and at least one South Side alderman.
The discovery of human remains on the property of a home in south suburban Riverdale has taken an eerie twist, and Illinois State Police have taken over the investigation.
Students at a north suburban high school were planning a special tribute to a classmate who died of cancer in the spring. They'll all wear gray t-shirts in honor of Daniel Wang, who died of brain cancer in April. Even the football team will be in gray.
A 30-year-old woman has been arrested for filing a false police report, after allegedly lying about seeing two of the three suspects in the killing of a Fox Lake police officer, prompting an intense search that lasted about five hours in neighboring Volo.
Police have suspended their active search for three suspects in the killing a Fox Lake police lieutenant known to many in the community as "G.I. Joe.," but the investigation continues.
This particular town hall will be to discuss all the road projects going on in the village, particularly the LaGrange Road widening project, although the mayor and trustees will take calls on other subjects as well.
It was 23 years ago tomorrow that the body of 21-year-old college student Tammy Zywicki was found along the side of a road in Missouri.
The fire started around 1 a.m. at Lincoln Square Lanes, 4874 N. Lincoln Av. and while the Fire Department said it was put out by 4:15 a.m., crews remained on the scene dousing hot spots as of 6:30 a.m.
The head of a southwest suburban school district promises to get bus service problems straightened out or find a new school bus company.
A couple from south suburban Robbins was killed Thursday night, leaving their three children orphaned, when their minivan was struck by two vehicles that appeared to be street racing, and blew a stop sign.
Many groups that provide services to the mentally ill, drug addicts, and others have been deprived of state funds they need to operate while the governor and lawmakers have failed to agree on a state spending plan.
Three patients at the University of Chicago Medicine are in the trial for the treatment.
Ventura Orozco was face to face with a robber who managed to sneak into the back office demanding cash.
Coby White scored 21 points, Josh Giddey added 20 and the Bulls beat the Magic 102-99.
The FBI said the same robbers are also responsible for heists in Michigan and Missouri.
The money spent on Chicago School Board races is closing in on nearly $7 million.
The money spent on Chicago School Board races is closing in on nearly $7 million.
Police said Larry Savage was caught on video stealing two ballots during a public test of voting machines earlier this month.
Johnson campaigned on a promise not to raise property taxes, but said he was left with no choice given the city's massive budget shortfall.
Vice President Kamala Harris delivered remarks at the same spot Trump inspired his supporters to march to the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.
Puerto Rican community members said they'll use their anger to help organize in the campaign's closing days.
According to the Citizens Utility Board, it will cost another $12.8 billion to complete the project--$5 billion more than previous estimates.
Dozens more lawsuits are expected.
This is part of a massive recall that includes nearly 12 million pounds of ready-to-eat meat and chicken.
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.
Three patients at the University of Chicago Medicine are in the trial for the treatment.
Some pathogens that contaminate food are even showing up in the U.S. for the first time thanks to climate change.
McDonald's says Quarter Pounders will be back on the menu at hundreds of its restaurants after testing ruled out beef patties as the source of an E. coli outbreak.
Work in the labs at the IFSH in southwest suburban Bedford Park is centered around learning more about why some food products make people sick.
Dozens more lawsuits are expected.
The South Side warehouse has more than 200 employees, according to the union that represents 75 members.
Dozens more lawsuits are expected.
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.
During six undistinguished seasons in the major leagues, Bob Uecker never played an inning for the Milwaukee Brewers. But during his more than half-century as the team's play-by-play announcer, he has become a mascot for the game.
The lead singer-songwriter for the superstar band Fleetwood Mac who became a superstar solo artist talks about her latest song, "The Lighthouse," that was inspired by her own experience with abortion, and a strong desire to "do something."
Beyoncé, Kelly Rowland, Willie Nelson and Jessica Alba are the latest big-name celebrities to join Vice President Kamala Harris on the campaign trail.
Joe Rogan interviewed former President Donald Trump at his studio Friday. Here's what to know about the show.
The concert, part of Timberlake's Forget Tomorrow World Tour, had been scheduled for this coming Sunday, Oct. 27. It will instead be held Friday, Feb. 14, 2025.
It's a tough time of the year to be cutting down on sugar for Halloween, but if you are trying, an expert says there are some steps you can take that might help.
CBS 2 Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon has the 10 p.m. forecast for Oct. 30, 2024.
A groundbreaking treatment for type 1 diabetes is showing promising results for patients in Chicago. It's a minimally invasive procedure that could mean diabetics don't have to inject themselves with insulin.
A taco Tuesday attack and attempted robbery at a popular Pilsen restaurant left the owner with scratches on his face and the ordeal was caught on video by customers.
The stench of the "Fail Mary" loss to Washington is still lingering at Halas Hall as the 4-3 Chicago Bears try to turn their attention to this Sunday's trip to Arizona. It was clear this week the team is closing ranks to maintain a united front inside the building.
Johnson campaigned on a promise not to raise property taxes, but said he was left with no choice given the city's massive budget shortfall.
Pilsen residents have seen their bills balloon in recent years, and are angry at Mayor Brandon Johnson's proposal for a tax hike.
The accused kille has a decade-long documented history of attacking law enforcement, inmates, and mental health staff. He was even issued a jail ID card alerting staff of his security threat.
Three patients at the University of Chicago Medicine are in the trial for the treatment.
Ventura Orozco was face to face with a robber who managed to sneak into the back office demanding cash.
The accused killer has a decade-long documented history of attacking law enforcement, inmates, and mental health staff. He was even issued a jail ID card alerting staff of his security threat.
Jackson has been waiting for this specific decision since his release from prison two weeks ago
The skull has been identified as Esther Granger, a 17-year-old girl who died in Indiana, in 1866.
In a court document, a DCFS worker predicted the teen would run—and so did the judge handling the case.
The hospitals where both volunteers worked for were destroyed by Israeli airstrikes and raids, they said.
Coby White scored 21 points, Josh Giddey added 20 and the Bulls beat the Magic 102-99.
Bears players have openly questioned other decisions, like giving the ball to an offensive lineman at the goal line.
This will be his first time as a manager, but he has been a top candidate in recent years. He has withdrawn his name from consideration for several recent managerial openings.
Ball sustained a right wrist sprain in the first quarter of Monday's game against Memphis.
UCLA commit Colton Gumino is leading Hersey High School into the playoffs and is giving back to his community.
Ventura Orozco was face to face with a robber who managed to sneak into the back office demanding cash.
The FBI said the same robbers are also responsible for heists in Michigan and Missouri.
Chicago recorded about 70 anti-Jewish hate crimes this year, including vandalism and bomb threats, with West Ridge hit more than any neighborhood in the city.
Police said Larry Savage was caught on video stealing two ballots during a public test of voting machines earlier this month.
Emotions ran high among the families and friends of the two victims. They said they were targeted for appearing homeless.
