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CTA Getting Thousands Of New HD Surveillance Cameras
The CTA has announced a $33 million program to install thousands of new high definition cameras, as well as new video monitors at its train stations.
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The CTA has announced a $33 million program to install thousands of new high definition cameras, as well as new video monitors at its train stations.
West Suburban business leaders have been warned sexual harassment complaints can arise from behavior that might not meet the legal definition of harassment, but still must be dealt with.
A West side lawmakers is joining others to call for some merchants to stop selling a dangerous synthetic drug.
Several Republican officials demand that Winfield Township GOP chair Burt Minor end his campaign for a Illinois House seat.
Eight Democrats and one Republican running for Illinois Attorney General took part in a debate at the Thompson Center.
A state lawmaker is pushing a measure that would crack down on drug manufacturers that unjustifiably raise the prices of generic prescription drugs.
Berrios says the aldermen voted for the highest property tax increase in history, while he's been doing outreach in communities of color.
"Congress by now should have passed a law to ban them. Period."
Jeanne Ives is lashing out at Gov. Bruce Rauner over new cases of Legionnaires' Disease at the Illinois Veterans Home in Quincy.
Alderman Quinn hadn't been seen in public much since his brother was fired for sexually harassing a campaign worker working for Speaker Mike Madigan's political committees.
Aldermen held another hearing Tuesday morning on reports of sexual harassment at two Ford Motor Company plants in Chicago, and how those complaints were handled.
The Illinois Clean Jobs Coalition launched a new statewide conversation on clean energy.
Students have called for a 17-minute walkout in March to "protest Congress' inaction to do more than tweet thoughts and prayers."
The Democratic primary is a head-to-head contest between incumbent Assessor Joseph Berrios and newcomer Fritz Kaegi.
Assessor Joseph Berrios vows to make any changes recommended by an independent team that's found fault with the county's assessment system.
Gov. Bruce Rauner calls for gradually shifting the burden of paying for teacher pensions from the state to local school districts.
One North Side alderman is mourning 18th District Commander Paul Bauer and praising his work and his ideas about youth crime.
A 28-year-old political consultant who accused a longtime aide to House Speaker Mike Madigan of sexual harassment accused the speaker's office of a cover-up, and said the staffer, Kevin Quinn, never would have been fired if she hadn't decided to go public with her story.
The men who are suing Chicago, the police and prosecutors for wrongful convictions said the police who coerced confessions from them did the same thing to others.
Not only are the Obamas the first African-American president and first lady, but the artists who painted their portraits – Kehinde Wiley and Amy Sherald – are the first black painters to be commissioned by the gallery to create official presidential portraits.
"The greater and more expanded use of naloxone is a key focus of our efforts."
Democratic Attorney General candidate is taking a dim view of a suggestion that Illinois consider taxing retirement benefits to help balance the budget.
Governor Rauner said he's very troubled by reports that a Think Tank he once relied on may be engaged in some questionable financial arrangements.
The Chicago Department of Public Health is adding another $500,000 to programs for opioid treatment services.
Toni Preckwinkle countered suggestions that the report was being delayed until after the primary election.
Bob Newhart, who starred in the long-running sitcoms "The Bob Newhart Show" and "Newhart," has died at age 94.
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.
Tabshir Rizvi, 23, of Bloomingdale, and Mohammed Faroun, 22, of Hoffman Estates, were both charged with two counts of hate crime, a misdemeanor charge of criminal damage to property, and disorderly conduct.
The buyer intends to keep the fossil in the U.S., and is exploring making it available for public display.
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.
There are some significant differences the Republican National Convention now in progress and the Democratic Convention in Chicago next month.
Ald. Daniel La Spata (1st) said even a small reduction in speed on city streets could drastically reduce the number of traffic fatalities every year in Chicago.
The DNC sent a letter to the convention rules committee saying that "no virtual voting will begin before August 1."
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.
The gas hike approved in November was the largest gas utility rate hike in Illinois history.
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.
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.
Shannen Doherty had been battling cancer since 2015.
It’s Day 4 of the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, where all eyes will be on former President Donald Trump as he accepts the GOP nomination for president.
Meteorologist David Yeomans has a check on the extended forecast.
Author Karen Brothers shares her story that takes readers through a journey of relatable childhood moments and experiences in her new memoir, "Moxie Matters: True Tales of Rolling Through A Messy, Muddled, and Magical Life.” She talks more about her new book.
The store features a curated selection surrounded by reading nooks and plush sofas that coax readers to turn the page for just one more chapter.
A former Sangamon County Sheriff’s deputy has been charged with murder in the shooting death of a woman inside her home in Springfield.
Bob Newhart, who starred in the long-running sitcoms "The Bob Newhart Show" and "Newhart," has died at age 94.
Sonya Massey was killed after Sangamon County deputies responded to her 911 call about an intruder early on July 6, officials said.
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.
Tabshir Rizvi, 23, of Bloomingdale, and Mohammed Faroun, 22, of Hoffman Estates, were both charged with two counts of hate crime, a misdemeanor charge of criminal damage to property, and disorderly conduct.
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.
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.
The Connecticut Sun acquired Marina Mabrey from the Chicago Sky for Rachel Banham, Moriah Jefferson and the team's 2025 first-round pick.
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.
Sonya Massey was killed after Sangamon County deputies responded to her 911 call about an intruder early on July 6, officials said.
The shooting left the two boys injured and still hospitalized. Three other victims Capri Edwards, 24, Nakeeshia Strong, 45, and Strong's 7-year-old son were killed.
Sen. Bob Menendez tried to shift the blame to his wife, Nadine Menendez, but was found guilty on all 16 felony counts for a scheme involving bribery and business favors.
The search for a new police chief is now underway in the Village of Robbins after Scott was relieved of his duties after just 15 months on the job.