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'Aspire' educational monument to be unveiled in Englewood
The educational theme comes from the monument's location at the former home of Kennedy-King College.
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The educational theme comes from the monument's location at the former home of Kennedy-King College.
Created by local artist Maxwell Emkays, it celebrates the academic aspirations of Englewood's students.
Before students head back to class, there is another parade and party happening in Englewood this weekend. The Back-2-School Parade and Gospel Fest kicks off Saturday morning. Parade Chairman Sandra Streeter spoke with CBS 2 with more on the upcoming festivities.
"For me, exposure is everything. A lot of our kids don't know what it looks like outside of Chicago. A lot of our kids think that out of town is Indiana, and we all know that's right across the border."
A CPD officer took 15 teens to London and Dublin to expose them to different cultures. CBS 2's Shardaa Gray caught up with the organization.
Snelling was born and raised in the Englewood neighborhood, and later policed the community in the Englewood (7th) District.
Some Englewood community activists sung Snelling's praises as they watched Mayor Brandon Johnson introduce him. CBS 2's Shardaa Gray reports.
Snelling was born and raised in the Englewood neighborhood, and later policed the community in the Englewood (7th) District. CBS 2's Shardaa Gray reports.
The victim attempted to flee the area but was struck twice on the left leg by gunfire.
"We're going to have picnic tables and chairs. We're going to have a gaming trailer where the youth can play video games. We're going to create a golfing space so they can do miniature golf."
CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey looked at fatal shooting data for the "19 and under" age group and unfortunately found an uptick. Researchers said they are seeing it across the country, too.
In 2020, more kids died by gunfire in the U.S. than in car crashes for the first time ever.
The burglaries happened during the months of June and July with three of the businesses being robbed twice.
Preliminary information indicates an officer who was firing at the sedan accidentally shot a fellow officer in the hand.
A new surveillance video shows a shooting and crash in Englewood that sent a woman to a hospital in critical condition.
Redlining, a discriminatory practice, immediately denied or limited financial services to specific neighborhoods.
The grant aims to help 10 Black families in Englewood who are first-time homebuyers receive $1,000 to go towards their down payment. CBS 2's Shardaa Gray reports.
The biggest question is who actually fired the shot that hit the police officer — who, thankfully, was in good condition Tuesday.
Some residents are asking if the shooting was justified - because so far, the CPD has only said that the officers fired shots and not that they were fired upon. CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey reports.
The biggest question is who actually fired the shot that hit the police officer — who, thankfully, was in good condition Tuesday. CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey reports.
Police say the officer was shot in the hand, and the shooter escaped. CBS 2's Marybel Gonzalez reports.
The station, which closed nearly 30 years ago, is recognized as a key investment to revitalize the neighborhood.
Crowds waiting in the rain to get crucial care for their pets.
The van will help treat animals in neighborhoods where vet care is hard to find.
The medical examiner identified her as Ximena Martinez.
A severe thunderstorm warning is in effect for parts of the area.
hicago Police Supt. Larry Snelling has promised that officers will respect First Amendment rights.
Stephen Colbert of the Late Show did arrive at Wrigley Field on Friday.
Daniel Weinberg proudly shows off presidential artifacts, especially before the Democratic National Convention.
NPR reported Lansing died Wednesday at his home in Wisconsin, at the age of 67. He retired from his position at the head of the network only months ago.
Despite the beefy security around McCormick Place, the public will be invited to grab friendship bracelets and get a "Kamala Harris manicure."
On parts of the protest march route, the sidewalks and streets are wide open.
The protest group said they would still continue fighting for a longer protest march route than the city has allowed.
"Our history is not just about the past, it's about our present and our future," President Biden said in a statement.
Six large-scale creations will fill Hostage Square Chicago—an all-day outdoor exhibit to show solidarity with Israel and the hostages.
What is still not clear is what will happen to all the headstones that were already ordered, paid for, and never delivered.
Thieves targeted Kias and Hyundais because some models do not have engine immobilizers—technology that has historically been standard in other vehicles.
An alderman wants to get a new home repair grant program to help homeowners who live near where the DNC is being held.
Starting Sunday, customers can bring a used denim item — any brand, in any condition — to a Target store and trade it in for a coupon worth 20% off a new denim purchase.
Experts say insurance companies are paying close attention, and the average person should be doing so too.
Florida cucumber grower used untreated canal water found to be tainted with salmonella bacteria, laboratory tests found.
Indiana's attorney general has dropped a lawsuit accusing the state's largest hospital system of violating patient privacy laws when a doctor told a newspaper that a 10-year-old Ohio girl had traveled to Indiana for an abortion.
Posts shared online have urged other attendees of both the festival itself and afterparties to get checked out.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's Archewell Foundation is launching a new initiative, the Parents' Network, to support parents whose children have been victimized by harmful online content, from social media bullying to suicide ideation.
Medical professionals warn of young people drinking excessively and using drugs, necessitating hospital visits.
Despite the beefy security around McCormick Place, the public will be invited to grab friendship bracelets and get a "Kamala Harris manicure."
Sears first moved into the headquarters in 1992, after receiving a series of incentives.
Fewer rooms have been booked than DNC organizers first expected.
The Biden administration announced that $50 million will go to Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, Tennessee and Illinois to boost electric vehicle production.
A Save A Lot store in West Garfield Park is expected to open in early September. Three other Chicago locations could reopen in October, and two more could reopen in November.
Authorities say two suspected extremists believed to be tied to ISIS appeared to be planning an attack on an event in the Vienna area.
They said taking part in a Chappell Roan show was, to say the least, far from something ordinary.
Massachusetts-based rock band Aerosmith has announced that they're retiring from touring and cancelling their farewell tour due to lead singer Steven Tyler's vocal injury.
Justin Timberlake's license was suspended Friday, as the singer pleaded not guilty to driving while intoxicated on Long Island.
Magnum will start at an as-yet-unspecified date in the fall.
The trail is being designed along this nearly two-mile abandoned railroad line in the heart of Englewood. This week, the city's planning commission voted unanimously to re-purpose the area.
Meteorologist David Yeomans has a check on the extended forecast.
Stephen Colbert is enjoying the sights of Chicago, here for the Democratic National Convention before he hosts the Late Show from the Auditorium Theatre next week. Noel Brennan goes looking for him.
Chicago Police Supt. Larry Snelling has promised, officers will respect First Amendment rights during protests at the Democratic National Convention. But experts are questioned on how well officers have been instructed to do so. Investigator Dave Savini reports.
More than 100 people had to be hospitalized. Federal and state agencies are investigating the outbreak and believe two Florida growers are likely the source of most of these illnesses.
A severe thunderstorm warning is in effect for parts of the area.
Meantime, the protest group said they would continue fighting for a longer protest march route than the city has allowed.
hicago Police Supt. Larry Snelling has promised that officers will respect First Amendment rights.
Stephen Colbert of the Late Show did arrive at Wrigley Field on Friday.
Daniel Weinberg proudly shows off presidential artifacts, especially before the Democratic National Convention.
hicago Police Supt. Larry Snelling has promised that officers will respect First Amendment rights.
Less than a mile from the United Center, staff at Rush University Medical Center prepare for any possibility of a chemical attack.
CBS News Chicago obtained a 22-page document, but the majority of the document was blacked out with redactions.
An alderman wants to get a new home repair grant program to help homeowners who live near where the DNC is being held.
Grayson told his superiors he was about to terminate the pursuit. But he did not stop.
Seiya Suzuki hit a game-ending single in the 10th inning, and the Chicago Cubs beat the Toronto Blue Jays 6-5.
The Mercury led by double figures for the entire second half.
Chicago Bears head coach Matt Eberflus announced the starters will play in Saturday's preseason game.
The "Frozen Confines: Big Ten Hockey Series" will feature a pair of doubleheaders on Jan. 3 and 4.
The Sox had intentionally walked Juan Soto to bring up Judge, who had not homered on a 3-0 pitch since 2021.
The Cook County Sheriff's deputy was paid $1,000 to deliver the paper to a main in custody at the jail, police say.
Shortly before 4 a.m. Friday, officers responded to a burglar alarm at Déjà Vu Showgirls at 750 S. Clinton St.
Federal prosecutors said Lewis Lacey lied about his income and assets to avoid paying more than $40,000 in a lawsuit settlement.
Prosecutors said they tried to pull off a scheme for the officers to clock in hours of OT pay without doing much work.
Three men exited a vehicle, and at least one of them pulled a gun and fired shots at the teen, police said.