Blue Cross Blue Shield Building lit up for Black History Month
The lights on the building read, "Black History 365," with red, yellow, and green colors. You can see it in person, every night until Monday.
The lights on the building read, "Black History 365," with red, yellow, and green colors. You can see it in person, every night until Monday.
The contents of a box had long been a mystery, but now, it's unlocked to the public and revealing 100 years of history.
The contents of a box had long been a mystery, but now, it's unlocked to the public and revealing 100 years of history. CBS 2's Joe Donlon reports.
The Newberry Library acquired 44 glass slides at auction – documenting Black life in Chicago and other Northern cities in the early 20th century. We’ll be digging into the history of these slides at 10.
It will be held at the parks named in honor of African Americans who've helped shape the legacy of Chicago.
Throughout Black History Month, we're exploring topics and issues that have impacted African Americans for centuries. This morning, we're talking about beauty standards and how they've evolved over the years. Joining us is Karen Anderson, an Illinois humanities Road Scholar.
"The artwork is beautiful, and it's amazing, but it does tell stories," said Frances Guichard, co-owner of Gallery Guichard.
CBS 2's Mugo Odigwe takes us to Chicago's famed Bronzeville neighborhood, where a husband and wife are taking their message of understanding and inclusion all around the world.
Cutting hair and building an empire; one South Side barber is paving the way to keep young men out of the system and into a better life. Larry Roberts Jr. owns two barber shops in Chatham and Pullman, and has seven barber colleges across the state, including three inside the Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice and the Cook County Jail. He started the program in Cook County Jail in 2010 as a way to build a better community.
Vendor Markeyon Wallock tells us what the first-ever market means for Black History Month.
Roberts has two barbershops and seven barber colleges across the state - including three schools inside the Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice and the Cook County Jail.
CBS 2's Shardaa Gray talked with Larry Roberts Jr., owner of Larry's Barber Maximus, for this Black History Month profile.
Black History Month celebrations are taking place throughout Chicago and the suburbs. The Lombard Historical Society has several events and activities happening. Executive director Alison Costanzo spoke with us about what they have planned.
They're expected to discuss reparations, a black economic agenda, and the state of black America.
"I think the churches really wanted to save the landmark for the future generations, and yet most of the future generations have no idea that this building exists," said Patricia Abrams.
Nearly a century ago, the origins of Black History Month began at the YMCA in Bronzeville, led by the famed Carter G. Woodson. CBS 2's Ryan Baker takes us on a tour.
"There is no way Black History Month should be celebrated in Chicago without first recognizing its Founding Father," said Black Heroes Matter Coalition President Dr. Ephraim M. Martin.
Members of the Black Heroes Matter Coalition added a crown to the bust of Jean Baptiste Pointe DuSable – the man considered to be the first settler to the city.
The winner will get a large cash prize and free legal support and mentoring to make their business dreams come true.
Black History Month starts today, with a new program at Saint Sabina Church called "Black History Shark Tank."
Traffic is being diverted off at Sibley Boulevard.
Monday's highs will be in the low 80s with partly cloudy skies.
Police arrived at the scene where the resident and gunman, who confessed to the shooting, were outside. Both were taken into custody for questioning.
Rome Odunze was practicing with the Chicago Bears on Sunday after missing Saturday for personal reasons.
Seth Lugo retired 14 straight batters in his first career complete game as the Kansas City Royals rallied past the Chicago White Sox for a 4-1 win and series sweep on Sunday.
President Biden announced Sunday he is dropping his reelection bid in the 2024 presidential race and endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris.
Former President Barack Obama did not endorse Vice President Kamala Harris, saying the Democratic Party "will be navigating uncharted waters in the days ahead,
Here's how former President Donald Trump and Republican senators and members of Congress are reacting to President Biden's decision to leave the 2024 race.
President Biden announced his decision to withdraw from the 2024 presidential race in a letter addressing the American people. Read it here.
President Biden is the first sitting president to drop out of running for reelection since Lyndon B. Johnson in 1968 — leaving the race against Donald Trump in turmoil.
The hike was fueled mainly by the company's Safety Modernization Program to replace nearly 2,000 miles of dangerous, old, deteriorating natural gas pipes.
As of Tuesday evening, a total of five tornadoes had been confirmed in the Chicago area from the storms Monday night and six Sunday night.
The tax is up just 2 cents compared with Sunday. But it is quite a jump compared with the Illinois gas seven years ago.
One third of Chicago's roughly 400 new car dealers are using pen and paper to complete deals.
The family asked CBS 2 for help after they found themselves stuck with random stuff and boxes filling their space—and nowhere else left to turn.
A warning of a Listeria monocytogenes outbreak affecting 12 states, including Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York, was issued by the CDC Friday afternoon linking infections to sliced meat at deli counters.
Lisa Gee's experience taught her the life-saving importance of organ donations for thousands of patients.
Keisha House said people trust their hairdressers and barbers, and great communication takes place while in those chairs.
The FDA found even some products that claimed to be "sterile" were contaminated.
Under state law, all children living in a high-risk ZIP code must be tested for lead exposure at 12, 24, and 36 months of age.
Bally's took possession of the River West property July 5.
The plant, which was indefinitely idled in February 2023, is expected to reopen next year.
Fiscal Year 2024 saw total cannabis sales exceed $2 billion, which exceeded the figures for Fiscal Years 2023 and 2022.
Kroger owns the Mariano's brand, while Albertsons owns Jewel-Osco.
The DNC arrives at the United Center from Aug. 19-22.
Newhart was an Oak Park native and an alumnus of Saint Ignatius College Prep and Loyola University in Chicago.
Bob Newhart, who starred in the long-running sitcoms "The Bob Newhart Show" and "Newhart," has died at age 94.
Nominations for the 76th annual Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday, with "Shōgun," "The Bear," "Hacks," "Only Murders in the Building" and "Baby Reindeer" all earning multiple major nods. See the full list of nominees for the 2024 ceremony here.
"Big Brother" announced Tuesday the 16 new Houseguests who will move into the "Big Brother" house and, for the first time ever, have the power to vote in a 17th houseguest.
After many people criticized Andress' rendition of the National Anthem online, comparing her with Fergie, the singer says she's going to rehab.
According to Illinois State Police, a pedestrian was crossing 159th Street after a previous accident when they were hit and killed by a car around 2:30 a.m.
Meteorologist Laura Bannon has the extended forecast.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker has been floated as a potential running mate to Kamala Harris, who on Sunday announced her intention to run for the Democratic nomination for president following the news that President Joe Biden would not seek reelection.
Detectives say a past relationship between the resident and the victim was a possible contributing factor, and the resident had an order of protection against the victim.
Meteorologist Mary Kay Kleist has the 10 p.m. forecast for Sunday, July 21, 2024.
Biden is the first sitting president to drop out of running for reelection since Lyndon B. Johnson in 1968 — leaving the race against Donald Trump in turmoil.
Here's how Republican Senators and members of Congress are reacting to the president's decision to leave the race just weeks before the Democratic Convention.
The announcement comes weeks after Democrats called for him to step down in the race against Republican opponent, former President Donald Trump.
President Biden announced Sunday he is dropping his reelection bid in the 2024 presidential race and endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris.
Johnson called Harris "the visionary leader that we need now to defeat the threat of another Trump presidency."
Former Secret Service agent McCarthy said security for both conventions is now even under more scrutiny since the assassination attempt on former President Trump.
The department has now confirmed they will be providing emergency medical support both inside the secure perimeter that will be going up around the United Center.
Data show the 4th of July has historically been one of the deadliest days of the year.
The former University of Illinois football player had been hired at Aunt Martha's despite having a criminal conviction on his record.
Two battalion chiefs told CBS 2 Investigators said hiring needs to be a priority for the Chicago Fire Department, and they plan to protest their working conditions.
Rome Odunze was practicing with the Chicago Bears on Sunday after missing Saturday for personal reasons.
Seth Lugo retired 14 straight batters in his first career complete game as the Kansas City Royals rallied past the Chicago White Sox for a 4-1 win and series sweep on Sunday.
Nico Hoerner doubled and scored the tying run in the ninth inning, then walked with the bases loaded in the 10th to give the Chicago Cubs a 2-1 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks on Sunday.
Corbin Carroll hit a two-run homer and Alek Thomas had a solo shot in Arizona's three-run fifth inning to help the Diamondbacks beat the Chicago Cubs 3-0 on Saturday night for their sixth win in seven games.
Brady Singer threw seven shutout innings to lead the Kansas City Royals to a 6-1 victory over the Chicago White Sox on Saturday night.
Police said the victim had gotten into a fight with the shooter, who shot him in the chest and hip.
But when thieves damaged the AC units, the heat spilled over to inside.
The robber choked the man, hit him in the head with the pliers, and took his cellphone, police said.
No other injuries were reported, police said.
Mateo was shot in the head in front of his mother and three siblings while riding in the family car in the West Lawn neighborhood.