U Of I, U Of C, Northwestern Plan $1.2 Billion Research Hub In South Loop
The universities have teamed up to create what they hope will become the next big think tank in Chicago.
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The universities have teamed up to create what they hope will become the next big think tank in Chicago.
The mayor has been dropping hints about his 2018 budget proposal for weeks.
Illinois Congressman Danny Davis says Tom Marino's withdrawal shows the administration has problems checking the backgrounds on its choices.
The university has received a $5.5 million federal grant to combat storm water, according to Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle.
Bigger phone bills and more expensive theater tickets are both part of Emanuel's new plan to pay for his 2018 budget.
Sen. Durbin said President Trump and congressional Republicans' tax plan would eliminate the federal deduction for state and local taxes.
There are hopes of redeveloping the old Michael Reese Hospital and the U.S. Steel South Works sites, as well.
Senator Tammy Duckworth says President Trump's order ending the subsidies for health insurance marketplaces is going to push many people out of being able to afford the healthcare that they need.
Kennedy says the state must be tough on railroad companies that fail to protect shipments of guns that make their way through Illinois.
A coalition of community, education and labor leaders protested at City Hall Thursday for higher funding for Chicago's Public Schools.
"We simply don't have the money to meaningfully scale this campaign statewide," Pawar said in a letter to supporters.
Mayor Emanuel has donated more than $10,000 in campaign contributions he received from disgraced movie mogul Harvey Weinstein to charity.
The administration plans to refinance about $2.5 billion in city-issues bonds, paying them off out of the city's share of state sales taxes.
While he is expressing reluctance about the tax hike, the mayor also defends the move.
Aldermen unanimously approved a resolution urging President Trump and Governor Rauner to declare the opioid crisis a public health emergency
A report by UIC showed the Latino population is growing substantially and spreading widely through the city's neighborhoods.
The Cook County Finance Committee has voted 15-1 to approve a plan to repeal the controversial sweetened beverage tax, effective Dec. 1.
Mayor Emanuel said President Trump's newly adopted hard line on protecting so-called "Dreamers" is not changing his position on Immigration Reforms.
Illinois Public Health Institute Elissa Bassler proposed the county should exempt diet drinks from the soda tax, rather than repealing it.
Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle says there's more work to do because many minorities stay behind bars while waiting on their cases.
The head of a government watchdog group said there seems to be an imbalance built into the new tax credit for private and religious school students that is part of the new school funding formula.
Preckwinkle would not say if she has prepared two budget proposals – one including the soda tax, and one without it.
In light of the Las Vegas massacre, authorities in Chicago have been focusing on security for Sunday's marathon.
A Chicago City Council Committee has approved an ordinance to protect hotel workers from sexual harassment or sexual assault.
Mayor Rahm Emanuel says Chicago had already been preparing for violent emergencies like the deadly mass shooting in Las Vegas.
The families hope the trees will bring attention to still-unsolved cases.
At the Chicago High School for Agricultural Sciences, at 3857 W. 111th St. in the Mount Greenwood neighborhood, students' passion for cooking is indescribable.
So far, despite several requests, the woman has not been able to get a hold of her medical records to send to her new doctors.
Judicial regulators have filed a complaint against a former Wisconsin Supreme Court justice who spread election conspiracy theories and was hired by Republicans to lead an investigation into President-elect Donald Trump's loss in the 2020 election, accusing him of violating multiple rules of conduct.
"Some of the steps and measures that are being taken, these are some individuals that are having tantrums right now. It's time to grow up. The people of Chicago don't have time for that," Johnson said.
Judicial regulators have filed a complaint against a former Wisconsin Supreme Court justice who spread election conspiracy theories and was hired by Republicans to lead an investigation into President-elect Donald Trump's loss in the 2020 election, accusing him of violating multiple rules of conduct.
"Some of the steps and measures that are being taken, these are some individuals that are having tantrums right now. It's time to grow up. The people of Chicago don't have time for that," Johnson said.
President-elect Donald Trump's six-year New York criminal odyssey might need to continue for at least another four, prosecutors said Tuesday.
The leaked materials include the sworn deposition of the minor with whom former Rep. Matt Gaetz allegedly had sex.
Thornton Township Trustees Christopher Gonzalez and Carmen Carlisle are going to great lengths to stall movement on Henyard's plans for the township.
So far, despite several requests, the woman has not been able to get a hold of her medical records to send to her new doctors.
Those in the industry who spoke to CBS News Chicago said their margins are already so slim that an increased liquor tax could drive business owners to close their doors.
Robin McElroy said she loves everything about her Morgan Park home—except for the panic-inducing surprises she has been getting in the mail about her supposedly unpaid taxes.
Scammers often get financial information and personal details, or lure in veterans with videos that claim they can win lots of money,
It's the season of giving, but if you're not careful with finances, you could be getting a hefty bill at the end of the holiday season.
The 65-year-old actor and stand-up comedian, best known for portraying Joey Gladstone on "Full House," said he first noticed symptoms in October.
An attorney representing a conservative prosecutor struggled Monday to convince Wisconsin's liberal-leaning Supreme Court to reactivate the state's 175-year-old abortion ban.
The "Dawson's Creek" alum shared the news on Sunday and said that despite the diagnosis, there is "reason for optimism, and I'm feeling good."
Three patients at the University of Chicago Medicine are in the trial for the treatment.
Some pathogens that contaminate food are even showing up in the U.S. for the first time thanks to climate change.
Owner Ricky Burns made a big dream come true in the tiny space on Western Avenue in West Ridge.
Those in the industry who spoke to CBS News Chicago said their margins are already so slim that an increased liquor tax could drive business owners to close their doors.
The nonprofit Far South Community Development Corporation is working to create everlasting change—and has a vision specifically for the commercial corridor at 115th and Halsted streets.
Wonder Group, a New York-based food ordering company that touts "fast fine" dining, is set to be Grubhub's new owner.
Foxtrot will be pouring free drip coffee between 6 a.m. and 10 a.m. at the Fulton Market location to celebrate the reopening.
With the release of part one of her new memoir, Cher talks about her relationship - on stage and off - with Sonny Bono, and why their TV partnership survived beyond their marriage.
"America demanded it and now it's happening: Taco Bell's new Cheesy Chalupa Supreme. In other news, I'm hosting the Oscars," Conan O'Brien said.
The IBA also gave out the Silver Dome Awards at its luncheon Wednesday.
The 65-year-old actor and stand-up comedian, best known for portraying Joey Gladstone on "Full House," said he first noticed symptoms in October.
John Krasinski is People magazine's Sexiest Man Alive for 2024. The magazine announced the actor-writer-director as its pick during "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert."
So far, despite several requests, one woman who was a patient at Forward downtown has not been able to get a hold of her medical records to send to her new doctors. Megan Hickey reports.
There is still no deal for next year’s Chicago city budget, as Mayor Johnson's plan to balance a near $1 billion shortfall with a property tax hike was shot down. But despite the conflicts, as Political Reporter Chris Tye reports, the mayor thinks it’s too early to assign himself a grade.
The detective suffered a graze wound to the leg while trying to stop the attacker, but police did not specify if the attacker had a gun or shot the detective. Darius Johnson reports from Portage Park.
At the Chicago High School for Agricultural Sciences, students’ passion for cooking is indescribable. But it is where they got their food that makes the experience surreal. Shardaa Gray reports.
Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon has your 5 p.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2024.
The detective suffered a graze wound to the leg while trying to stop the attacker, but police did not specify if the attacker had a gun or shot the detective.
William Zientek, 46, stands charged with first-degree murder in the shooting that killed Dr. Olga Duchon.
"Some of the steps and measures that are being taken, these are some individuals that are having tantrums right now. It's time to grow up. The people of Chicago don't have time for that," Johnson said.
The families hope the trees will bring attention to still-unsolved cases.
At the Chicago High School for Agricultural Sciences, at 3857 W. 111th St. in the Mount Greenwood neighborhood, students' passion for cooking is indescribable.
So far, despite several requests, the woman has not been able to get a hold of her medical records to send to her new doctors.
The police department has spent $22.6 million in overtime this year for officers working special events — only about $2 million of which has been reimbursed to the city.
Indiana is ranked among the states with the weakest gun safety laws, in part because it does not have a law that requires safely storing firearms.
"How is this possible that so many things could have gone wrong and allowed for this to happen?" Candice Gatlin said.
City law requires festival producers to reimburse the city for police overtime worked at their events, but records requests show the city is not retroactively charging for it.
Nikola Vucevic led the Bulls with 29 points and 12 rebounds while Coby White scored 25.
Love died after a long battle with cancer.
Renderings issued Monday showed what the new stadium will look like once the $800 million stadium is finished.
The Dallas Wings will have the No. 1 pick. They will have the chance to draft UConn star Paige Bueckers.
DePaul pulled within six in the opening minutes of the second, but gave up three layups in a row and trailed by double digits for the remainder of the game.
William Zientek, 46, stands charged with first-degree murder in the shooting that killed Dr. Olga Duchon.
The detective suffered a graze wound to the leg while trying to stop the attacker, but police did not specify if the attacker had a gun or shot the detective.
The police department has spent $22.6 million in overtime this year for officers working special events — only about $2 million of which has been reimbursed to the city.
A 64-year-old woman from Chicago's western suburbs is facing hate crime charges and accused of assaulting a Palestinian-American couple in a video that went viral.
Martinez, 26, was shot and killed during a traffic stop near 80th and Ingleside on Nov. 4. CBS News Chicago will cover the procession and the services from outside the chapel.
