Chicago mom one of the most decorated Black athletes in CrossFit
The 45-year-old South Sider, single mother with a master's degree in social work from the University of Chicago has been named one of the fittest women in the world.
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The 45-year-old South Sider, single mother with a master's degree in social work from the University of Chicago has been named one of the fittest women in the world.
Those who compete and master the CrossFit Games are considered some of the fittest athletes in the world. The competitors combine weightlifting, squatting, jumping, and more, and they make it look easy. Elisabeth Akinwale, one of the most decorated Black athletes in the CrossFit world, just happens to call Chicago home.
Daniel Henry is one of the co-founders of an After School Matters program.
"(It) connects to that cultural relevancy for our children where they're not only able to learn about these historic figures, but they're also able to learn about people who look like them."
A South Side school became a living wax museum on Monday. Students transformed into historic Black Americans at LEARN Hunter Perkins' Charter School. CBS 2's Shardaa Gray has the story.
Mr. Henry has taught thousands of students over 24 years who have performed around the world and gone on to be educators themselves.
"They really walk away more than anything feeling like they are part of a community."
They're lifting their voices and supporting each other. It's held each year by Uniting Voices Chicago. Twenty-five hundred Chicago Public School students fill the seats at Chicago Symphony Center. CBS 2's Sara Machi reports.
CBS 2's Audrina Sinclair reports before reaching the highest stage, they practiced their persuasive speech skills on their high school debate teams. Some young, aspiring orators are doing the same thing today in Chicago.
Diversity is what makes a community special. However, some people lack the tools and language to talk about diversity, especially with children. Dr. Lauren Loquasto provides tips on how to approach the topic.
Tonya Trice is the executive director of the South Shore Chamber of Commerce. CBS 2’s Mugo Odigwe shows us how Trice is working to revitalize the community.
For Dr. Monica Peek, her mission is far more than medical; she also wants good health and equity for her patients.
Talent is often said to be equally distributed, but opportunity is not. For Dr. Monica Peek, her mission is far more than medical--she wants good health for her patients and equity, too.
CBS 2's Darius Johnson reports from Chicago's Auburn-Gresham neighborhood where kids are combining lessons from chemistry and Black History Month.
Shakira Sanchez-Collins is a determined pastor who can move a room with her words – and she touches hearts and minds as a physician.
Shakira Sanchez-Collins is a determined pastor who can move a room with her words – and she touches hearts and minds as a physician. CBS 2's Shardaa Gray reports.
Thanks to $2 million from the Mellon Foundation to the Chicago Public Library, nearly 300,000 pieces from the Harsh collection and beyond will be digitized.
It is one of the most extensive collections of Black history and literature in the country, and for a long time, it could only be seen in Chicago. But the collection is about to become more accessible than ever thanks to a big grant and the work of some dedicated librarians.
Ernest Crim III will be your instructor for this 29-lesson course as CBS 2 celebrates Black History Month.
The South Side artist, Rhonda Hardy, is telling some of those stories through a series of dolls called "Bronzeville Babies."
The Great Migration brought a half-million people to Chicago from the south, each with different hopes, dreams, skills and backgrounds. One South Side artist, Rhonda Hardy, is telling some of those stories through a series of dolls. CBS 2's Sara Machi reports.
Shawn Michael Warren started his journey growing up in Chicago. His earliest memory of being drawn to art was through comic books.
A young Chicago artist is painting his way into the history books, or better yet, the halls of history. Many might not have known their calling in life when they were 8 years old, but Shawn Michael Warren did. He mapped out a future that Americans will be admiring for decades, even centuries to come.
Based on your geolocation, the app aggregates and categorizes all black-owned businesses nearby, with the blue dot representing your current location.
Ernest Crim III will be your instructor for this 29-lesson course as CBS 2 celebrates Black History Month.
At the Boys and Girls Club in Bridgeport, kids as young as 5 years old are able to get free swim lessons through the Red Cross.
Hip-hop royalty Kendrick Lamar, on the heels of dropping his surprise album "GNX," announced Tuesday morning dates for his forthcoming Grand National Tour, which will include a summer stop in Chicago.
In the Chicago area, the American Red Cross collects about 1,000 units of blood per day. It sounds like a lot, but the need for blood donations is huge and constant.
A woman who appeared to be about 50 years old was found on fire and unresponsive in the 5900 block of South Morgan Street.
The Chicago Fire Department responded to a two-story building fire before 6:30 a.m. at Monroe Street and Cicero Avenue.
Mayor Henyard's opponents said they are counting the days until she is voted out. Yet the mayor insisted she will stay right where she is, and voters will keep her there.
A balanced city budget must be passed by the end of the year. As of Tuesday, Dec. 2, there was no deal in sight with the Dec. 31 deadline in place.
Wisconsin public worker and teachers unions have scored a major legal victory with a ruling that restores collective bargaining rights they lost under a 2011 state law.
Karris A. Turner, 35, was charged with leaving the scene of a personal injury crash.
Eileen O'Neill Burke was sworn in as the new Cook County State's Attorney Monday morning after winning the race with more than twice as many votes as her Republican challenger.
While many scoured the internet to look for the best deals Monday, some prefer to shop in person and locally.
On Monday, President-elect Trump specifically promised a 25% tariff on all products coming from Mexico and Canada—in addition to a 10% levy on Chinese goods.
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.
Feds find 11 kids illegally employed for at least 4 years at Seaboard Triumph Foods facility in Sioux City, Iowa.
Annesley Clark and Christine Corso were determined to say their vows before it was too late. So when Clark's nurses at Northwestern Medicine heard the couple's story, they jumped right into action.
Little Penelope Lo Destro's parents were about to start their family when there was a terrible diagnosis.
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.
Prestige Feed Products makes food for pets, and for livestock such as pigs and cows.
While many scoured the internet to look for the best deals Monday, some prefer to shop in person and locally.
Wisconsin public worker and teachers unions have scored a major legal victory with a ruling that restores collective bargaining rights they lost under a 2011 state law.
The brewery was founded in the Ravinia District in Highland Park, where the music venue is also located.
The team says it is still focusing on a new stadium in the city of Chicago.
Hip-hop royalty Kendrick Lamar, on the heels of dropping his surprise album "GNX," announced Tuesday morning dates for his forthcoming Grand National Tour, which will include a summer stop in Chicago.
The classic rock band AC/DC is making a stop in Chicago during their upcoming "Power Up" stadium tour this spring. The tour marks the first time they've hit the road in nine years.
The 17-time Grammy Award-winning artist's new album features 12 songs.
The British pop star is bringing her Brat 2025 arena tour to the Allstate Arena on April 28 at 7 p.m
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.
You see them respond to disasters, but the American Red Cross also works tirelessly to prevent tragedies by teaching lifesaving skills, including swimming.
Leo High School brings a little joy to the Day of Giving with the American Red Cross. Head to CBSChicago.com/redross to donate.
It’s the Day of Giving and we are supporting the American Red Cross. Text REDCROSS to 90999 to give $10. You can also go to CBSChicago.com/redcross to donate.
Officials said when firefighters arrived, they found the two victims waving from the second floor and the front of the building. Initially, firefighters had issues entering the front door due to plywood on the first floor. In total about 50 firefighters responded to the fire. The back of the building was charred by the flames and left significantly damaged.
In the Chicago area, the American Red Cross collects about 1,000 units of blood per day. It sounds like a lot, but the need for blood donations is huge and constant.
Police said the teen was shot in the chest in an apartment building.
Eight people—four men and four women, all between the ages of 20 and 35—were shot in a house in Chicago Lawn.
Mayor Henyard's opponents said they are counting the days until she is voted out. Yet the mayor insisted she will stay right where she is, and voters will keep her there.
A balanced city budget must be passed by the end of the year. As of Tuesday, Dec. 2, there was no deal in sight with the Dec. 31 deadline in place.
A relatively quiet day is ahead on Tuesday with highs closer to freezing underneath a partly cloudy sky.
Police have said officers were investigating robberies near 55th and Pulaski, when they saw two suspects believed to be armed get into a Lexus and speed away.
Police are already looking ahead to the Thanksgiving Day Parade later this week.
The 29-person team will advise the prosecutor's office on everything from handling gun violence cases to wrongful convictions to public corruption.
Cook Cook State's Attorney Kim Foxx sat down with CBS News Chicago to reflect on her legacy after eight years in office.
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.
It was Giddey's first triple-double of the season and No. 12 for his career.
Lukas Reichel scored for the 'Hawks. Arvid Soderblom stopped 18 shots.
Bears President Kevin Warren said Ryan Poles will remain general manager and will be the "point person" for the search, but they will work together closely to find the right candidate.
Brown not long ago was named offensive coordinator after Shane Waldron was also fired from that position.
Carter is used to dealing with adversity—and not just on the football field.
Eight people—four men and four women, all between the ages of 20 and 35—were shot in a house in Chicago Lawn.
In one incident, the robbers displayed a knife. The robbers were wearing black hooded sweat shirts and ski masks, police said.
Eileen O'Neill Burke was sworn in as the new Cook County State's Attorney Monday morning after winning the race with more than twice as many votes as her Republican challenger.
Sidi Mohammad Abdallahi, 22, had been facing hate crime and terrorism charges in the attack in late October.
Officers used a Taser on the man, but he did not stop, police said.
