CTA Riders Voice Their Opinions
Evanston CTA riders turned out for the last of four nights of meetings on proposals to renovate the Purple Line and the northern end of the Red Line.
Evanston CTA riders turned out for the last of four nights of meetings on proposals to renovate the Purple Line and the northern end of the Red Line.
The last of four nights of public meetings on reconstruction of the CTA Purple Line, and the northern end of the Red Line, takes place tonight.
While neighbors and an alderman are outraged over possible plans to close several CTA 'L' stops on the Red and Purple lines, there were few angry words Tuesday at a public hearing.
Five CTA 'L' stops between the Uptown neighborhood and Evanston may be eliminated under a new plan to modernize the Red and Purple lines.
Former Chicago Police Lt. Jon Burge has been sentenced to 4 1/2 years in prison for lying about the torture of criminal suspects.
A new poll in the mayoral race shows Rahm Emanuel with a comfortable lead – but not a majority of support.
Jim Cornelison, who peformed a stirring National Anthem at Soldier Field last weekend, will be on hand for Sunday's historic NFC Championship matchup between the Bears and Packers.
A deep freeze will be settling over the Chicago area starting Thursday evening, and you're best advised to bundle up.
It has been 69 years since the Bears and Packers met in the playoffs, and many residents of the Belmont Village Assisted Living Center in Carol Stream still remember it well.
Gery Chico Wednesday picked up the backing of the Fraternal Order of Police, which made its first endorsement in a Chicago mayor's race in 20 years.
The Regional Transportation Authority has called transit officials from across the country to a one-day seminar in March on electrification of commuter rail lines.
In not much more time than it takes a bolt of lightning to strike -- or Devin Hester to run back a punt return for a touchdown -- the remaining tickets were sold out for Sunday's NFC Championship game between the Bears and the Green Bay Packers.
Metra officials say they are satisfied that the air aboard its trains is not toxic, and now, the agency wants to test the air in three of its downtown terminals.
The newest CTA 'L' cars are on the move again.
Provident will give neighboring hospitals 30 days to prepare for when it stops taking ER patients from ambulances.
A series of tests have concluded that fumes from Metra trains do not pose a health hazard to commuters.
Netsch: Quinn aide says governor likely to sign bill.
The Chicago Transit Authority will soon be keeping a closer eye on you, and your safety, if you ride the 'L.'
CTA this spring will use proceeds from a federal Homeland Security grant to equip half of its rail car fleet with security cameras.
The police officer son of Drew Peterson should learn tonight if he will remain on the Oak Brook Police Department.
Tahir Malik fraudulently represented defendants in court, sometimes charging them thousands of dollars, Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart says.
Tahir Malik of Skokie was a familiar face before several Cook County judges, from Traffic Court to criminal cases. But it turns out he wasn't really a lawyer.
If you think December was cold and snowy, you are correct.
Mayoral candidate Carol Moseley Braun released her tax returns for 2008 and 2009 Tuesday afternoon, a day after creating a small firestorm for refusing to do so because she didn't "want to."
A disturbing report out today says after a three-year period of consecutive lows, the number of collisions between cars and trains is up again.
The Huskies are returning 18 starters from last year's team that won five of its last seven games, including a win in the Camellia Bowl.
The rare piece of sports memorabilia is expected to fetch a record-breaking price tag when it's put up for auction next month.
The Cook County State's Attorney's office reviewed the case, and decide not to charge the gunman.
The city accused the gun maker, local dealers of endangering residents by selling and marketing Glock handguns that can be easily turned into fully automatic weapons.
The Reinsdorf family, which owns the Chicago Bulls, and the Wirtz family, which owns the Chicago Blackhawks, announced what they said is the largest private investment ever on Chicago's West Side, with the goal of making it a world-class destination.
Vice President Kamala Harris has already secured the endorsements of a majority of the Democratic delegates who will vote on her presidential nomination.
Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle stepped down from her role after facing calls to resign after the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump.
Vice President Kamala Harris, who CBS News estimates is now the likely Democratic presidential nominee, is heading to the key battleground state of Wisconsin to give a speech in Milwaukee.
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 in Orland Park in 2020, a total of 48% cast their ballots for Mr. Biden, 51% for then-President Trump.
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.
Whether its protecting Caleb Williams, or putting pressure on opposing passers, it all starts up front for the Chicago Bears. The defensive line was the focus on the second day of Training Camp practices.
The ghosts of baseball past were at Wrigley Field on Tuesday in the form of the authenticated New York Yankees jersey that Babe Ruth wore during his mythical "called shot" home run during the 1932 World Series against the Cubs.
Northern Illinois University held its media tour at Harry Caray's in downtown Chicago on Tuesday ahead of the 2024 college football season.
Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon takes a look at the extended forecast.
Arlington Heights police said a man went into the apartment of a woman who had an order of protection against him this past weekend. The man attacked another man, who shot him dead, police said.
The sheriff's deputy who killed Massey is now charged with the woman's murder.
James Wilburn describes the heart-wrenching moments of watching the bodycam video of his daughter, Sonya Massey's, death when she was shot and killed by police after calling 911 for help.
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.
Though no severe weather is expected, heavy downpours and cloud-to-ground lightning will be possible.
Vice President Kamala Harris has already secured the endorsements of a majority of the Democratic delegates who will vote on her presidential nomination.
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.
The Huskies are returning 18 starters from last year's team that won five of its last seven games, including a win in the Camellia Bowl.
The rare piece of sports memorabilia is expected to fetch a record-breaking price tag when it's put up for auction next month.
Dexter spent his offseason trying to get into shape by running hills and eating right, including cutting some late-night snacks from his diet.
The Sox had gone ahead on Paul DeJong's solo homer in the ninth inning before their bullpen's MLB-high 25th blown save.
Michael Busch and Dansby Swanson each had two hits as the Cubs twice escaped based-loaded jams to end Milwaukee's three-game winning streak.
The Cook County State's Attorney's office reviewed the case, and decide not to charge the gunman.
The burglars damaged the storefront, but could not get in.
This was not the first time such a thing has happened.
Police said the 61-year-old man was walking near La Salle and Washington streets around 2:45 a.m., when four people got out of a dark car and attacked him.
The police officer was confronted by multiple armed individuals. He's expected to be OK and no injuries were reported.