Suburban Hospice Patient Gets Spa Treatment
A 39-year old suburban Chicago woman whose deteriorating health forced her into a nursing home two years ago is receiving a full service spa treatment today, thanks to the kindness of others.
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A 39-year old suburban Chicago woman whose deteriorating health forced her into a nursing home two years ago is receiving a full service spa treatment today, thanks to the kindness of others.
Two local school districts are facing possible teachers' strikes, and one could come as soon as Wednesday.
The flu season is far from over, and as the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention declared this season an epidemic, physicians were urging people to take precautions against the flu virus.
The FBI said Wednesday they believe Kenneth Conley, the federal inmate who – along with his cellmate – made a dramatic escape from the Metropolitan Correctional Center last week has likely left the Chicago area.
The Northern Illinois University football team and coaches were on their way to Miami on Wednesday morning, headed for their New Year's Day matchup with Florida State in the Orange Bowl.
It was midnight madness at Woodfield Mall in Schaumburg on Black Friday, as thousands of shoppers rushed in to get their hands on some pretty big deals. The early start on Friday meant crowds thinned out significantly by the time the sun was up.
Hostess, the maker of Twinkies, Ding Dongs and Wonder Bread, is going out of business, and customers have been rushing to local stores to grab their favorite fatty, sugary snacks before they're gone.
In the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy, one disaster expert said you can blame social media for the change in expectations on how quickly relief can actually come to those struck by disaster.
Twenty students at Glenbard South High School in west suburban Glen Ellyn won't be participating in part of the athletic seasons, after photos surfaced on Facebook showing them at an underage drinking party.
Indiana Gov. Mitch Daniels says he has a lesson plan for his next job as the president of Purdue University.
The Kane County Forest Preserve District wants your acorns.
A Chicago alderman wants to add a fee to your electric bill so the city can hire more police officers.
Two national groups have thrown their support behind a former teacher at a Catholic school in Indiana, who claims she was fired for trying to get pregnant.
Officials in Chicago Ridge want to revisit a deal they made with their former police chief over his disability pay.
Teachers at Lake Forest High School remain on strike this Friday morning, and classes are again cancelled.
Fermilab scientists are breaking new ground, with a project that most of would admit is hard to get our arms around.
Amtrak says the City of New Orleans passenger train will pull into its namesake city this coming Tuesday, the first time since late August.
Indian Prairie School District 204 says despite rumors, students will not really have to pay to go to the bathroom at Neuqua Valley High School in Naperville.
Two separate incidents of what first appeared to be incidents of attempted child abduction have caught the attention of police in Chicago and Aurora.
With the guilty verdict for Drew Peterson this week, a neighbor of the former Bolingbrook police sergeant says it is now time to put all efforts toward solving the case of Peterson's missing fourth wife, Stacy.
A 22-month-old girl was in the custody of the State of Illinois Friday morning, after police say her parents left her home alone while they burglarized cars in northwest suburban Wheeling.
A Texas man accused of working with former Chicago Bear Sam Hurd to arrange large purchases of drugs is now facing prison time.
Residents of some parts of Chicago protested and tried to stop Wal-Mart when the retailer announced plans to move in, but in Naperville, the city government is willing to dish out some big money to keep Wal-Mart from leaving.
Police in Northwest Indiana are looking for a man driving a pickup truck after an incident of road rage near Gary.
Major construction work on one of the busiest stretches of Chicago area roadways is about to begin.
On Thursday, Benjamin Oberto, 45, of New Berlin, Wisconsin, was reported missing around midnight.
Chicago police said just before 12:30 a.m., a northbound silver SUV collided with a southbound black sedan.
Some breaks for sunshine on Saturday give way to highs in the middle 50s.
Preliminary investigation indicated that a 25-year-old man was on the sidewalk when two unknown people approached him.
Wentworth Area detectives were investigating Friday night.
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.
Snelling laid out the challenges the department is facing—and how, following the imposition of a consent decree, it can help to create a culture change to form a top police department in the country.
Martinez's funeral is set for Monday of next week. In a statement, the Mayor's office said Mayor Johnson plans to attend the funeral alongside Supt. Larry Snelling.
The Democrat looking to unseat an incumbent Republican in a close Iowa congressional race has asked for a recount.
A new report shows Wisconsin voters approved a record number of school referenda in 2024 elections.
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.
For the first time since 1938, children in Des Moines, Iowa, will go trick-or-treating on Halloween. The city began its unusual custom of opting for Beggar's Night decades ago in hopes of tamping down on hooliganism.
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.
"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."
After nearly two decades in the city, organizers posted on social media that they are "deeply grateful to the City of Chicago."
It's taking place at Rockwell on the River in the Avondale neighborhood. Some of the biggest names in the makeup industry are attending, and the event runs until Sunday.
The ceasefire would last for 60 days. An official response is expected in the next few days.
Authorities have arrested an American tourist in Tokyo, Japan, they say he vandalized a gate at a local shrine. Steve Hayes, 65, is facing property damage charges after being accused of carving letters with his fingernails into a pillar.
According to authorities, a total of 55 were being treated in the NICU when the flames broke out in Jhansi.
The Canadian postal service has halted after 55,000 workers at Canada Post went on strike. Their union says the government "refused to find real solutions" in contract negotiations.
"How is this possible that so many things could have gone wrong and allowed for this to happen?" Candice Gatlin said.
Martinez's funeral is set for Monday of next week. In a statement, the Mayor's office said Mayor Johnson plans to attend the funeral alongside Supt. Larry Snelling.
Preliminary investigation indicated that a 25-year-old man was on the sidewalk when two unknown people approached him.
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.
On Thursday, Benjamin Oberto, 45, of New Berlin, Wisconsin, was reported missing around midnight.
"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.
Residents' finances are stretched to the max, and they are reaching out to say enough has not been done to finalize repairs and get them back into their homes.
Caitlin Tracey's family did not want her husband to have her remains because of a history of domestic violence allegations.
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.
Leach, a graduate transfer from Fairfield, shot just 5 of 12, including 2 of 7 from 3-point range, but made up for it going 13 of 14 from the free throw line.
Dawson also had three blocks for the Ramblers (4-0)
Coby White scored 29 and Nikola Vucevic had 25 for the Bulls.
Jones said there has been a different energy at practice this week under new offensive coordinator Thomas Brown.
The 'Hawks offense, which ranks 26th in the league in scoring, struggled to put points on the board.
Wentworth Area detectives were investigating Friday night.
The threat involved Fremont Middle School in unincorporated Mundelein.
One burglary suspect tried to run away after the crash, but was arrested at the scene.
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.
Durk, 32—legal name Durk Devontay Banks—was arraigned in U.S. District Court in Los Angeles Thursday after being extradited from Florida.
