Local Military Personnel Get OK to Show Gay Pride
Thanks to the repeal of Don't Ask Don't Tell, gay and lesbian soldiers and sailors have been told by top brass that it is OK to be out and proud.
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Thanks to the repeal of Don't Ask Don't Tell, gay and lesbian soldiers and sailors have been told by top brass that it is OK to be out and proud.
A day after voters in North Carolina approved a constitutional amendment banning same-sex marriage, President Barack Obama told ABC News that "same sex couples should be able to get married."
A 38-year old man on Monday became the first man in Illinois to re-enlist in the military after being kicked out of the service because he's gay.
The military's "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy on homosexuals serving in the armed forces comes to an end on Tuesday and gay men and women will be allowed to serve openly. The repeal comes four years after Marquell Smith says he was kicked out of the U.S. Marines for being gay.
The U.S. military's "don't ask, don't tell" policy is scheduled to officially end tomorrow--and for at least one gay man who's been in frequent touch with a Navy recruiter in Chicago, it's hard to believe the end is almost here.
A Chicago man kicked out eight years ago under "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" has contacted a recruiter and could become the first openly gay man in Illinois to enlist.
The Senate may have voted 65 to 31 to repeal the military's "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy this weekend, but the particulars allowing gays to openly serve in the military will take months to approve and implement.
A Chicago man says he was kicked out of the Marines four years ago under "Don't Ask, Don't Tell."
New Republican U.S. Sen. Mark Kirk has broken with his party to support repeal of the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy on gays in the military.
The newest efforts to advance civil rights has provided a case study in the complexity and flexibility of the American governing system.
With news that Pentagon is accepting openly gay recruits, he hopes to resume military service.
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Jayden Dawson shot 7 of 17 from the field, including 3 for 9 from 3-point range, and went 3 for 5 from the line for the Ramblers.
Jacob Meyer scored 23 points, shooting 8 for 14 (4 for 9 from 3-point range) and 3 of 4 from the free-throw line for the Blue Demons.
The Bulls, playing without injured leading scorer Zach LaVine, were unable to take the lead after falling behind by 15 points.
The Wildcats were without senior Brooks Barnhizer, who started every game a year ago, due to a lower-body injury.
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More than half a million dollars has poured in during the week leading up to Election Day on Nov. 5.
Every location CBS News Chicago has visited has had a wait of at least one hour—most times more.
Without a federal law ensuring workers can take time off to vote, some states have stepped up with Election Day voting leave laws.
Election Day is Tuesday, which means polling places will open for voters to cast their ballot for federal, state, and local offices.
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.
According to the Citizens Utility Board, it will cost another $12.8 billion to complete the project--$5 billion more than previous estimates.
Dozens more lawsuits are expected.
This is part of a massive recall that includes nearly 12 million pounds of ready-to-eat meat and chicken.
The study said the unique difficulty finding a place in suburban Chicago was the result of a number of factors, including the growth of hip suburbs, big businesses relocating to the area, and high occupancy rates and slow construction.
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.
McDonald's says Quarter Pounders will be back on the menu at hundreds of its restaurants after testing ruled out beef patties as the source of an E. coli outbreak.
Work in the labs at the IFSH in southwest suburban Bedford Park is centered around learning more about why some food products make people sick.
he facility at 650 W. 51st St., about a block east of Halsted Street, closed last week.
According to a statement on the brewery's website, it is closing its doors at its brewpub at 2323 N. Milwaukee Ave. after struggling to rebound following the pandemic.
The South Side warehouse has more than 200 employees, according to the union that represents 75 members.
Dozens more lawsuits are expected.
Experts raised concerns about people in already underserved communities losing easy access to drug stores.
Quincy Jones, the multi-talented music legend who collaborated with everyone from Michael Jackson to Frank Sinatra, has died at 91, his family announced.
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."
In addition to talking about his work, Bennett will be presenting the award for Best Music Video at the festival.
During six undistinguished seasons in the major leagues, Bob Uecker never played an inning for the Milwaukee Brewers. But during his more than half-century as the team's play-by-play announcer, he has become a mascot for the game.
The lead singer-songwriter for the superstar band Fleetwood Mac who became a superstar solo artist talks about her latest song, "The Lighthouse," that was inspired by her own experience with abortion, and a strong desire to "do something."
Meteorologist David Yeomans has your 10 p.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Monday, Nov. 4, 2024.
The officer was wounded in a shootout in which the suspect died. An update was expected on the officer's condition Monday night. Jermont Terry reports.
A 74-year-old longtime election judge said in his nearly 40 years volunteering at the polls, there have been a few arguments—but nothing like the violence he faced Sunday. Charlie De Mar reports.
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An occupant of the vehicle was also struck by the gunfire and killed.
Every location CBS News Chicago has visited has had a wait of at least one hour—most times more.
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Election Day is Tuesday, which means polling places will open for voters to cast their ballot for federal, state, and local offices.
More than half a million dollars has poured in during the week leading up to Election Day on Nov. 4.
The man city records document as the owner of the alley declined several requests for an interview, but could be seen repeatedly driving a forklift through CBS News Chicago's shot.
Investor interest in South Shore has steadily increased with investors buying single family homes and condos.
The accused killer has a decade-long documented history of attacking law enforcement, inmates, and mental health staff. He was even issued a jail ID card alerting staff of his security threat.
Jackson has been waiting for this specific decision since his release from prison two weeks ago
The skull has been identified as Esther Granger, a 17-year-old girl who died in Indiana, in 1866.
Jayden Dawson shot 7 of 17 from the field, including 3 for 9 from 3-point range, and went 3 for 5 from the line for the Ramblers.
Jacob Meyer scored 23 points, shooting 8 for 14 (4 for 9 from 3-point range) and 3 of 4 from the free-throw line for the Blue Demons.
The Bulls, playing without injured leading scorer Zach LaVine, were unable to take the lead after falling behind by 15 points.
The Wildcats were without senior Brooks Barnhizer, who started every game a year ago, due to a lower-body injury.
Riley made all four of his 3-pointers in the second half, including a four-point play with 5:14 left.
An occupant of the vehicle was also struck by the gunfire and killed.
All three victims were taken to the University of Chicago Medical Center in fair condition.
Police said Daniel Schmidt punched a 74-year-old man in the face after refusing to go to the back of the line at an early voting site in Orland Park.
"Jaydin was known for his kind heart, vibrant personality, and the positive impact he had on everyone around him," Argo Community High School principal Brandon Cotter said of the boy who was killed.
In each of four incidents, the robber claimed to have a gun and handed the store or restaurant employee a handwritten note announcing a robbery.
