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Neither rain nor sleet can stop mail delivery -- but 20 inches of snow will bring it to a halt.
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Neither rain nor sleet can stop mail delivery -- but 20 inches of snow will bring it to a halt.
Chicago Public Schools will be closed for a second day on Thursday in the wake of a blizzard that dumped 20 inches of snow on the city.
The blizzard appears to have claimed two lives in northwest Indiana Tuesday night.
A 58-year-old man died Wednesday after collapsing while shoveling snow in front of his home in west suburban Lyons.
A Logan Square couple has a real story to tell about the birth of their daughter during the height of the blizzard.
Metra is not merely delaying trains as the blizzard slams Chicago. Entire lines have been shut down.
A maximum of security division of the Cook County Jail lost power overnight as the blizzard raged.
Bitterly cold wind chills approaching minus 21 degrees are forecast to blow into the Chicago area starting Wednesday night, just as the massive blizzard leaves town.
Not everyone is content to watch the snow pile up. Some came out with their shovels right away.
Hundreds of locals are flocking to downtown hotels instead of braving the elements on the road.
Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle has declared a state of emergency as the great Blizzard of 2011 clobbers the area.
While the snow will soon begin to die down in the immediate Chicago area, Northwest Indiana will continue to get socked with lake-effect snow.
In west suburban Naperville as the Blizzard of 2011 raged on, the snow drifts amounted to 6 feet, and police had to abandon their squad cars as they became snowed in.
The airports were virtually shut down Wednesday morning, as the Blizzard of 2011 hammered Chicago with its snowy wrath.
The Blizzard of 2011 will go down in history as at least the third biggest snowstorm Chicago has ever seen, but it's not over yet.
State Police across northeastern Illinois continue to urge drivers to stay off area highways early Wednesday, while emergency crews brave blizzard conditions to reach stranded motorists.
The American Red Cross has opened ten shelters in the Chicago area to house stranded travelers and people displaced by Tuesday's powerful blizzard.
State Police are reporting that I-80 will soon be closed in the far south suburbs, from Morris west to Ottawa, because of "impassable" blizzard conditions.
The city is responding Tuesday night to multiple buildings damaged by the blizzard -- including Wrigley Field, where a portion of the roof blew off.
Abandoned vehicles have slowed the city's efforts to reopen Lake Shore Drive, which was closed Tuesday night because of poor driving conditions and numerous accidents.
Metra is canceling several trains due to the dangerous weather conditions.
As Chicago gets into the thick of the blizzard, 19,500 customers are left without power, Commonwealth Edison is reporting Tuesday evening.
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The Blizzard of 2011 is prompting officials to close museums, schools and other institutions and cancel events. Here is a list of cancellations and early closings that have been announced.
The Woodstock Groundhog Day festival has been called off due to the impending blizzard.
As a new year arrives, a sense of not knowing remains for the family of Emma Baum, who has been missing since Oct. 10, but they said they won't give up their search.
Chicago dropped its fifth consecutive game. It has been outscored 27-12 during the slide.
New Year's Eve at 7 a.m. isn't the time most would pick to get married, but it made perfect sense for a couple from Bolingbrook.
All three are U.S. citizens, but were visiting relatives in Mexico at the time of the shooting on Friday.
Illinois' defense helped seal the win by stopping South Carolina with a little more than three minutes remaining.
There are close to 300 new Illinois or Chicago-area laws going into effect with the arrival of the new year. Here are the 2025 laws that you should keep on your radar.
The trustees' absence meant there were not enough board members to vote on paying the insurance bill.
Carter visited Chicago numerous times during his campaign for president in 1976, as president between 1977 and 1981, and after he left office.
World leaders react to the death of Jimmy Carter, the 39th president, who strived to improve the lives of Americans and people around the world for decades after his presidency.
After a single term in office, Jimmy Carter's decades of humanitarian work may be his most enduring legacy.
Many turned out to take advantage of day-after-Christmas sales that can be hard to pass up.
At Yorktown Center in Lombard, just about everyone who spoke with CBS News Chicago on Monday said the act of going out and physically shopping puts them in the Christmas spirit.
Scammers know many of us are waiting for packages this holiday season.
The National Retail Foundation projected roughly 157 million people across the country would shop last-minute and try to wrap up their shopping lists.
The strike was deliberately authorized in the midst of the busy holiday delivery season nationwide for a reason—with the Teamsters Union pushing the company for a contract.
Cases of norovirus, a highly contagious stomach bug, are surging in the Chicago area and nationwide, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Alex Timchak and his doctors agree that anyone facing a critical health issue should get a second opinion.
Some 13 oz. bags of Lay's Classic Potato Chips may contain an undeclared allergen, according to the snack company.
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services announced Wednesday that it had detected presumptive positive human case of H5N1 in Barron County.
The sisters share a special bond of getting a second chance at life, which they both received at the age of 38 years old.
John Carruthers and his thin crusts have raised $80,000—a lot of dough for charities around Chicago.
Many turned out to take advantage of day-after-Christmas sales that can be hard to pass up.
It may seem like a brave choice to launch a company making old-fashioned mechanical watches—when many wear new-fangled electronic alternatives. But the entrepreneurs' mission is bigger than just watchmaking.
At Yorktown Center in Lombard, just about everyone who spoke with CBS News Chicago on Monday said the act of going out and physically shopping puts them in the Christmas spirit.
Sunday night marked the last night in business for Strat's, after 38 years.
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.
CBS News Chicago chief meteorologist Albert Ramon has the latest 7-day forecast.
The new year brings renewed hope for the family of a missing woman from Gary, Indiana, as her family continues to search for clues into her disappearance more than two months ago.
With big New Year’s Eve celebrations planned across the city, safety is the top priority for Chicago police.
New Year's Eve at 7 a.m. isn't the time most would pick to get married, but it made perfect sense for a couple from Bolingbrook.
An accused killer is in custody in connection with the shooting deaths of two women in Park Forest on the day after Christmas.
As a new year arrives, a sense of not knowing remains for the family of Emma Baum, who has been missing since Oct. 10, but they said they won't give up their search.
This year's Navy Pier fireworks show will be longer than ever.
Rafael Corona said he'll stop at nothing to find his 14-year-old Pomeranian, Wally.
There are close to 300 new Illinois or Chicago-area laws going into effect with the arrival of the new year. Here are the 2025 laws that you should keep on your radar.
Insects emerged from the ground, the moon eclipsed the sun, a purse full of cereal was spotted and Chicago fell in love with a rodent-shaped hole.
Cook County sheriff deputies served only 25% of protective orders between 2021 and 2023, data show.
"San Antonio has really led the way in using aerial surveillance technology to prevent these activities," said Ald. Brian Hopkins (2nd), who chairs the City Council Public Safety Committee.
Customers said contractors from the company, Orange Elephant Roofing & Solar, seemed simply to disappear into thin air. But that is only the tip of the iceberg.
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.
Chicago dropped its fifth consecutive game. It has been outscored 27-12 during the slide.
Illinois' defense helped seal the win by stopping South Carolina with a little more than three minutes remaining.
The Chicago Cubs have agreed to a one-year contract with left-hander Caleb Thielbar.
Nikola Vucevic added 16 points and 13 rebounds for the Bulls (15-18).
The NHL arrived at Wrigley with a crew of 300 workers on Monday, Dec. 16.
Rafael Corona said he'll stop at nothing to find his 14-year-old Pomeranian, Wally.
Police said Montel Hayes nearly hit several cars and gas pumps while fleeing police, at times reaching speeds of more than 130 mph.
Wisconsin police investigating the deaths of three people, including two juveniles, were searching Tuesday for a person of interest who is "considered armed and dangerous."
The robberies all happened in the early morning hours Friday, Dec. 6.
In the sanctuary, every pew was filled with those who knew and loved Pegg and Mike Sangerman—whether it was for a few years or many decades.
