Cardinal George Arrives In Rome, Prepares For Emotional Farewell
Cardinal George arrived in Rome on Tuesday to pay homage to the retiring Pope Benedict before turning the attention toward choosing a new leader of the Catholic church.
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Cardinal George arrived in Rome on Tuesday to pay homage to the retiring Pope Benedict before turning the attention toward choosing a new leader of the Catholic church.
Chances for an American pope are greater than ever before, Francis Cardinal George tells CBS 2 Chief correspondent Jay Levine.
George says the Pope is a very private person and his public role was the most difficult for him.
Cardinal George on Wednesday started a four-month course of cancer treatment.
Doctors have discovered cancerous cells in Cardinal George's kidney, the archdiocese announced on Friday.
Francis Cardinal George must submit his resignation to Pope Benedict when he turns 75 Friday, and he wants to make sure that his financial house is in order when he leaves.
In a statement posted Friday on the Archdiocese Website, George said he was 'deeply sorry for the hurt that my remarks have brought to the hearts of gays and lesbians and their families.'
It's been a year of ups and downs, highs and lows, for Chicago's Francis Cardinal George. He talks with CBS 2 Chief Correspondent Jay Levine.
When Francis Cardinal George turns 75 on Jan. 16, he's required by church law to hand in his resignation. But after 15 years as Archbishop of Chicago, he's not ready to step down just yet, CBS 2 Chief Correspondent Jay Levine reports.
In the latest salvo in a very public battle over the leadership at St. Sabina, members of the church put their thoughts in black and white today--with a full-page advertisement in the Chicago Sun-Times.
Cardinal Francis George on Friday defended his suspension of Father Michael Pfleger, saying it is his job to deal with priests in crisis. CBS 2's Roseann Tellez reports.
Caught in the middle of the feud between suspended St. Sabina Pastor Michael Pfleger and Cardinal George is one of the priests assigned to fill the gaps in Pfleger's absence.
Cardinal George on Wednesday suspended Father Michael Pfleger as pastor at St. Sabina's, expressing frustration at Pfleger's ongoing public statements regarding his tenuous future in the Chicago Archdiocese.
Thousands of the faithful at the Vatican for Easter on Sunday will remain in Rome for the beatification of Pope John Paul II next week. Hundreds of Chicagoans also plan to make the journey.
CBS 2's Walter Jacobson says the fate of Father Michael Pfleger could be decided as soon as this Easter weekend.
Gary police said just before 7:30 p.m., officers received a call about a man down in front of a residence in the 1100 block of North Warren Street.
The incidents date back to October, with the latest happening on Monday during the evening and early morning hours.
After a quiet and cloudy day in the 30s, two rounds of snow develop late in the day on Thursday, and into the evening
The oysters were sold as Fanny Bay, Buckley Bay, and Royal Miyagi.
A California judge issued a restraining order Tuesday against a 20-year-old man who told FBI agents that he had been messaging with the Wisconsin shooter.
Many, including alderpersons and the members of the incoming elected school board, are denouncing the planned agenda.
The Supreme Court on Wednesday said it will take up a challenge to a new law that could lead to a ban on TikTok in the U.S.
The House Ethics Committee voted to release its report on the investigation into former Rep. Matt Gaetz on Dec. 5, according to multiple sources.
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.
Thornton Township Trustees Christopher Gonzalez and Carmen Carlisle have been going to great lengths to stall movement on Henyard's plans for the township.
The oysters were sold as Fanny Bay, Buckley Bay, and Royal Miyagi.
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.
Anyone who has an affected Connie's Pizza in the freezer should either throw it out or bring it back to the store for a refund.
The Chicago-based company is accused of tricking diners about delivery fees, misleading drivers about pay, and listing restaurants on its platform without permission.
Back in 2017, the city promised to replace the smelly windows after the CBS News Chicago Investigators exposed the issue. But just a tiny fraction of the windows in question have been replaced.
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.
An even larger investment of $500 million is going toward 10 new outpatient facilities throughout the South Side that will add 85,000 health care appointments each year.
Scientists used the NanoGripper to grab particles from the SARS-CoV2 virus that causes COVID-19.
The program should launch early next year.
Owner Eddie Lakin made the announcement Wednesday. He said the last day for the restaurant at 1571 Sherman Ave. would be this coming Saturday, Dec. 21.
This move was anticipated back in the summer, and comes months after the mortgage company Guaranteed Rate changed its name simply to Rate.
Both President Biden and President-elect Trump have vowed to block the $15 billion acquisition on national security grounds.
The bar has been in the ownership of the same family since 1989.
Experts said Tuesday night that the industry is facing hard times because of factors such as slowing sales and diminishing reimbursements—leading to store closures.
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.
Looking for Christmas, Hanukkah, and New Year's meals? Check out seasonal offerings at Goddess & The Grocer.
Survivor 47 winner Rachel Lamont talks about the season and her strategies to become the champion.
Authorities also said the shooter, Natalie Rupnow, 15, had been in contact with a 20-year-old man in California, who was plotting a mass shooting with the teenager and told her he was planning to attack a government building. This comes from the Associated Press, citing court documents.
An attorney for Luigi Mangione tells CBS News that he will waive extradition in court on Thursday morning. In that case, New York police detectives on the ground in Pennsylvania will make sure he's transported back to New York City for his arraignment, which could happen as early as Thursday.
Leaders in the Arabic community furious this is one of the new states attorneys first actions in office.
The Teamsters union said the Amazon delivery drivers are fighting for a contract with better wages and workplace safety.
After a quiet and cloudy day in the 30s, two rounds of snow develop late in the day on Thursday, and into the evening
A California judge issued a restraining order Tuesday against a 20-year-old man who told FBI agents that he had been messaging with the Wisconsin shooter.
Many, including alderpersons and the members of the incoming elected school board, are denouncing the planned agenda.
Gary police said just before 7:30 p.m., officers received a call about a man down in front of a residence in the 1100 block of North Warren Street.
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.
Now-retired Joliet police Sgt. Javier Esqueda was charged in connection with leaking squad car video of a man who died in Joliet police custody.
The original bus company they paid $10,000 to take them to Tampa left them stranded Wednesday night.
Edwards shot 8 for 15, including 6 for 13 from beyond the arc for the Ramblers (9-1).
Williams' completion percentage so far this year is 61.9%, which would be lower than any of his three college seasons.
Donato skated out of the right corner and stuffed a shot past Logan Thompson to hand Washington a second straight loss for only the second time this season.
Layden Blocker led the way for the Blue Demons (8-3, 0-2) with 17 points. Conor Enright added 12 points.
This move was anticipated back in the summer, and comes months after the mortgage company Guaranteed Rate changed its name simply to Rate.
Gary police said just before 7:30 p.m., officers received a call about a man down in front of a residence in the 1100 block of North Warren Street.
The incidents date back to October, with the latest happening on Monday during the evening and early morning hours.
Police have not said if the two burglaries are connected.
The suspect is facing seven counts of first-degree murder and dozens of other charges related to the 2022 mass shooting.
Tuhan "Amanda" Waller, 53, has been charged with five felony counts of retail theft. She had previously pleaded guilty to charges in three other shoplifting incidents.
