Scrutiny Of 'Bump Stocks' Intensifies In Wake Of Vegas Massacre
Legislation has already been introduced in the Illinois House that would ban trigger-modification devices. CBS 2's Jeremy Ross reports.
Legislation has already been introduced in the Illinois House that would ban trigger-modification devices. CBS 2's Jeremy Ross reports.
The Illinois "Safe Haven" law that allows mothers to safely leave their infants at designated locations -- and not face criminal charges. CBS 2's Lauren Victory reports.
Eddie Johnson faced reporters Tuesday for the first time since the day before his Aug. 30 surgery.
CPD has paid out millions to officers whose overtime was not properly approved or to officers who approved their own OT, a report says.
A simple needle and one milliliter vial at seventeen locations in the city and two in the western suburbs each week.
GOP politicians Thursday called Rauner's decision political suicide.
Illinois authorities refused Friday to release a parole-eligible convicted murderer who is suspected of being part of the notorious "Ripper Crew" that brutally killed as many as 20 women in the 1980s, determining that he lacks an approved place to live.
A 33-year-old northwest Indiana man shot by police on Thursday was later found dead in a backyard, apparently having killed himself during a chase that followed a drug bust.
The union representing 135 child care workers at two YMCAs has filed an unfair labor practices complaint against their employer.
Illinois Gov. Bruce Rauner has signed legislation that would provide state health insurance and Medicaid coverage for abortions.
The CTA turns 70 as an operating agency on Sunday, and it will be marking the anniversary with a four-hour party in the Loop that will feature its antique trains and buses, face-painting, memento giveaways and performances by some of the local musicians who play on subway platforms.
Chicago's Old Post Office is ready-made for Amazon's second headquarters if the online retail giant selects Chicago for the honor, redevelopers of the property say.
Puerto Rican lawyers and first responders are asking Chicagoans to turn out for a benefit on the Northwest Side on Thursday night for Puerto Rican hurricane and Mexican earthquake victims.
The Cubs can clinch the National League Central Division with a win Tuesday night against arch-rival St. Louis.
Five members of the Wheaton College football team face felony charges for allegedly hazing another team member in 2016.
The Morris VFW is apologizing to neighbors for the crowds expected for its $1.59 million "Queen of Hearts" drawing.
Since 1921, a bronze statue has stood as a silent tribute to Morton Grove residents who served in World War I.
Jabari Dean is the focus of a public service announcement from the FBI. He once posted an empty threat, saying he was going to kill 16 people.
"We're going to be heard. We're going to make noise," said Charles Perry of the Westside Health Authority.
1971 -- that is the last time it was this hot on or after Sept. 20. CBS 2's Charlie De Mar reports.
Mark Evans helped coordinate the shipment of a quarter-million pizzas to combat troops across the world. WBBM's Bob Roberts reports.
Hurricane Irma, and now Maria, are dealing a brutal one-two punch to the island of Puerto Rico.
MightyVine, a local greenhouse, uses state-of-the-art farming practices to produce the "most delicious, sustainable tomatoes year-round."
They have until Monday to move out to make way for an expanded bicycle and running path.
Discussion about the benefits and also some concerns resurfaced Thursday, as the foundation driving the project held a public meeting.
A pleasant weekend is ahead with warmth and low humidity for the Chicago area.
What to know as banks, airlines and other Microsoft clients grapple with global outages due to a CrowdStrike software issue.
But when thieves damaged the AC units, the heat spilled over to inside.
"I am not supposed to be here tonight," former President Donald Trump said. "I stand before you in this arena only by the grace of almighty God."
The robber choked the man, hit him in the head with the pliers, and took his cellphone, police said.
"I am not supposed to be here tonight," former President Donald Trump said. "I stand before you in this arena only by the grace of almighty God."
The delegates signaled total comfort and confidence with where things sit four months before the election.
Trump would also lead Harris. Voters say both Biden and Trump encouraged national unity after assassination attempt against Trump.
The idea left some Chicagoans reflecting on how the city removed statues of Christopher Columbus from city parks.
President Biden said, "I feel good," after the White House announced he had tested positive for COVID-19 and was experiencing mild symptoms.
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.
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.
Shane Butler said he was grateful to be alive, and he owes it all to the safety training he did exactly one year before he accidentally shot himself.
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.
Three people shot overnight in West Town. Shots were fired from someone in a black car, but no arrests have been made.
Some airlines in Chicago have been impacted by the global Microsoft outage. CBS News Chicago's Mugo Odigwe has more.
Meteorologist Laura Bannon has the forecast.
Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon has your 10 p.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Thursday, July 18, 2024.
The Revie Sorey Trunk Scholarship Program is now in its 16th year
Banks, airlines, broadcasters and health systems in countries around the world reported widespread outages Friday in relation to Microsoft's 365 apps.
But when thieves damaged the AC units, the heat spilled over to inside.
"I am not supposed to be here tonight," former President Donald Trump said. "I stand before you in this arena only by the grace of almighty God."
A pleasant weekend is ahead with warmth and low humidity for the Chicago area.
The robber choked the man, hit him in the head with the pliers, and took his cellphone, police said.
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.
Franklin competed in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and will be suiting up for Team USA a second time this summer in Paris. But earning a bronze medal at the U.S. trials to get there didn't come easy.
Opening Day is set for March 27, when the White Sox will host the Angels at Guaranteed Rate Field.
It will be the second time the Cubs have played a regular season series in Tokyo, after splitting two games with the New York Mets there in 2000.
Pat Williams died from complications related to viral pneumonia.
Brady, a 20-year-old keeper in his second full season with the club, finished with nine saves to earn his fourth clean sheet of the season.
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.
Police said a 27-year-old man got into an argument with another passenger while riding a CTA bus around 10:20 p.m. in the 300 block of North Cicero Avenue.