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New CTA 'L' Cars Still Sitting Idle As Problems Checked
There's no sign that the CTA intends to put its newest 'L' cars back in service soon.
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There's no sign that the CTA intends to put its newest 'L' cars back in service soon.
The last CTA employee with a link to Chicago's streetcar era has retired.
The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating a near-collision last month at Midway International Airport, involving a Southwest Airlines jet.
Police are questioning several people in the murder of Chicago Police Officer Clifton Lewis, but there have been no charges and no one is officially in custody.
A new state law requires those who buy industrial drain cleaners and other caustic substances to provide photo identification and sign a log.
Gary's new mayor is pledging to put the brakes on a growing number of burglaries in the city. That's just one item on Karen Freeman-Wilson's "to-do" list after taking office as Gary's first female mayor.
The strange story of the Lake County Fielders minor league baseball team took yet another unusual turn Tuesday night.
The New Year is bringing pain in the pocketbook for a lot of Chicagoans, because of a list of higher fees for everything from parking to tolls.
Federal prosecutors are accusing a Carol Stream man of scamming more than $4 million from clients to use in risky investments.
A Chicago taste treat is making a comeback -- and word that "Pies by Fasano" have returned for the first time since the 1980s to selected stores and restaurants has people hunting for them.
A four-and-a-half hour in Northbrook came to an end Wednesday evening when police found a man dead of an apparent gunshot wound inside his home.
So far, the Chicago area has had only a dusting of snow. But Metra says it is ready to battle another blizzard -- if one occurs.
Letters to Santa are piling up at Chicago's Main Post Office, waiting for an attentive helper to answer them.
A neighbor said Saturday she saw an Illinois woman shoot at her 10-month-old baby before apparently killing herself.
WBBM Newsradio's annual Good Neighbor Radiothon is underway, this year benefiting the Salvation Army. Here is a look at the numerous ways in which the Salvation Army makes a difference to those in need in Chicago.
The Chicago Transit Authority is having a few teething problems with its newest 'L' cars.
More than 500 people jammed the sidewalk in front of the Chicago Public Schools' downtown headquarters for a 90-minute rally Tuesday night and a handful were determined to stay the night to be first in line for Wednesday's school board meeting.
Lake County State's Attorney Michael Waller is expected to meet Monday with his appellate prosecutors to decide whether to pursue any further criminal action against Juan Rivera.
The bride wore white as an Iowa couple marched down the aisle as scheduled in Chicago Saturday, but it almost didn't happen that way.
A 23-year-old downstate man appears before a judge in Champaign for a bond hearing Thursday, one day after he allegedly stabbed a University of Illinois College of Law faculty member in the neck.
A suspected child molester now faces a new charge, for allegedly making alcohol in his cell at the Kendall County Jail.
The DuPage Woodworkers Club began making handmade holiday toys for good boys and girls six years ago. Now, business is booming.
About 200 people clad in little more than bikinis, Speedos and running shoes ran from Division Street, down Rush Street and back up Michigan Avenue Saturday -- all in the name of diabetes research.
Opponents say they have new ammunition in their fight against a helipad at the new Children's Memorial Hospital complex, which is now under construction in Streeterville.
The backdrop for the city of Chicago's official Christmas tree once again this year is a German market.
Officials did not identify the person as the Lake County Coroner's Office needed to examine the body.
President Biden announced Sunday he is dropping his reelection bid in the 2024 presidential race and endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris.
It's the first geriatric-approved emergency room on the South Side, located inside the St. Bernard Ambulatory Care Center.
Ulyesee W. Burns, of Calumet Park, was charged with attempted murder and aggravated battery with a firearm.
This year could be the first time in decades that a major political party would go into its convention without a presumptive nominee.
President Biden announced Sunday he is dropping his reelection bid in the 2024 presidential race and endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris.
This year could be the first time in decades that a major political party would go into its convention without a presumptive nominee.
With 74.4% of registered voters turning up here in Orland Park in 2020, a total of 48% cast their ballots for Mr. Biden, 51% for then-President Trump.
Pritzker has been recognized as a future White House hopeful, but what does President Biden's decision to drop out of the race mean for the governor's political ambitions?
Many Democrats believe Biden's exit from the campaign will improve chances of beating Trump in November.
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.
Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon tracks wet weather in the extended forecast.
Shardaa Gray reports a South Side organization dedicated to lifelong health care for those over 50 opened a new space called the Center for Better Aging, which also focuses on saving lives.
Sonya Massey was shot and killed after a 911 call to the Sangamon County, Illinois Sheriff's office, and former Deputy Sean Grayson has now been charged with murder. Dave Savini talked with police training expert Craig Futterman about what the video showed.
President Joe Biden announced he would end his 2024 re-election bid and endorsed his vice president, Kamala Harris, to be their party's nominee, less than a month before the Democratic National Convention was set to take place in Chicago. Delegates will vote to nominate a candidate at the United Center next month, unless the person is chosen in a closed-door vote beforehand.
"A Legacy of Laughter" looks back at the comedian's seven-decade career with never-before-seen interviews and behind-the-scenes footage of him on set. It follows his journey from accountant to comedian to Hollywood icon.
The video shows the chaotic scene after a sheriff's deputy shot Massey, who is Black, in the face during a tense moment over a pot of water.
Gov. Pritzker, Mayor Johnson and the state's entire Democratic congressional delegation are endorsing Harris to be the party's new nominee for the White House.
President Biden announced Sunday he is dropping his reelection bid in the 2024 presidential race and endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris.
Pritzker has endorsed Harris to be the new Democratic nominee for the White House after President Biden dropped out of the race and endorsed Harris on Sunday. Pritzker has yet to say if he would be interested in filling a vice presidential role on the 2024 Democratic presidential ticket.
Officials did not identify the person as the Lake County Coroner's Office needed to examine the body.
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.
Left guard Teven Jenkins said he felt like the offense was "ahead of the curve" from where they were last year.
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.
Ulyesee W. Burns, of Calumet Park, was charged with attempted murder and aggravated battery with a firearm.
Bodycam video of the fatal shooting of Sonya Massey was released Monday afternoon. The video shows the chaotic scene after a sheriff's deputy shot Massey, who is Black, in the face during a tense moment over a pot of water in her home.
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.