Passionate debate in Evanston over resolution for Israel-Hamas cease-fire
People lined up to let city leaders know where they stand on the emotional issue. CBS 2's Marybel Gonzalez reports.
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People lined up to let city leaders know where they stand on the emotional issue. CBS 2's Marybel Gonzalez reports.
People lined up to let city leaders know where they stand on the emotional issue.
A manager denies the restaurant was the source of the outbreak.
Investigators claim they traced the illnesses to Big Wig Tacos and Burritos near the Northwestern University campus. All of those who got sick apparently ate there on November 18th.
Jacob Spiro, 23, of Skokie, was charged with four counts of felony disorderly conduct of making false bomb threats.
The City of Evanston has linked the outbreak to the Big Wig Tacos & Burritos at 950 Church St. in downtown Evanston, which had a $1 burrito night for Northwestern students this past weekend.
It was unclear as of late Friday how many people were affected, but the Evanston Department of Health and Human Services called it a norovirus outbreak, and has linked it to a $1 burrito night at a restaurant near campus. CBS 2's Marybel Gonzalez reports.
The outbreak was linked specifically to an event where Big Wig Tacos & Burritos was giving away $1 burritos to Northwestern University students. CBS 2's Marybel Gonzalez reports.
The Evanston Health and Human Services Department warned Wednesday of a norovirus outbreak linked to a $1 burrito special for Northwestern students at a local restaurant.
Investigators have learned that people reported stomach cramps, vomiting, and diarrhea after eating at Big Wig Tacos & Burritos.
But opposition was not enough to stop the City of Evanston from re-zoning Northwestern's future football stadium to allow for concerts.
It's a done deal. Northwestern University is getting a revamped football stadium that will serve as a concert venue during the offseason. The Evanston City Council narrowly approved the deal late Monday night. But the plan is still facing major pushback from neighbors.
CBS 2's Mugo Odigwe reports Northwestern sweetened the deal last week following some major community pushback. The university said it would pay the city more than $150 million a year to the City of Evanston.
They were scheduled to vote on the $800 million stadium in a special meeting last Monday, but the vote was delayed.
The council on Monday night approved one of three measures to advance the controversial plan by Northwestern University.
Northwestern University has put out a new proposal for the redevelopment of the stadium that sweetens the terms for the City of Evanston. CBS 2's Charlie De Mar reports.
In a revised proposal, Northwestern substantially increased the amount of money they'll pay the city for the project, from $100 million to more than $150 million.
Some support it while others are against it. There was supposed to be a final vote on the plan on Monday. But something changed. CBS 2's Tara Molina reports members are pausing to consider a new proposal.
Many neighbors have rallied together to fight the development – saying the noise, crowds, and congestion just aren't worth the benefits.
Natalie Raanan and her mother, Judith, who were taken hostage by Hamas in the terrorist attack on Israel earlier this month, are on their way home.
A North Shore woman and her mother, who were taken hostage by Hamas in the terrorist attack on Israel earlier this month, are on their way home. It's just in time for Natalie Raanan's 18th birthday on Tuesday.
A man accused of firing a gun into the air during dueling rallies for Israel and Palestine in the northern suburbs won't face criminal charges, police said Monday.
Judith and Natalie Raanan were in Israel for Judith's mother's 85th birthday when they were both taken hostage.
The North Shore mother and daughter who were the first hostages freed by Hamas last Friday could be back in the Chicago area soon. But for their extended family, it was just the beginning, as 13 members of the family have either been killed or kidnapped by Hamas.
Israeli officials say Hamas kidnapped them a few hundred yards from Gaza.
Little Penelope Lo Destro's parents were about to start their family when there was a terrible diagnosis.
Nearly two weeks ago, Kylie Rodriguez found her cat, Timmy, with a wound on his back. He was unable to stand on all four legs.
Illinois State Police said 42-year-old Abram Perez was shot and killed after firing several shots at police in DeKalb County.
When the girl woke up, the man fled the scene on a rental bicycle, according to police.
Snow on the ground is accumulating, creating slushy road conditions.
President-elect Donald Trump announced Gaetz as his nominee to be attorney general last week.
The reopened Pilsen facility is one of three that Mayor Brandon Johnson promised would reopen by the end of the year.
Anthony Finch has filed suit against the village and Mayor Derrick Burgess for wrongful termination. Now, four trustees want to bring Finch back to the village—but this time working as an auditor.
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.
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.
Little Penelope Lo Destro's parents were about to start their family when there was a terrible diagnosis.
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
The FDA sent a warning letter flagging "significant violations" of manufacturing regulations for Tom's of Maine toothpaste.
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.
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.
Ravyn Lenae, a rising R&B star from the South Side of Chicago, is among the artists announced Wednesday for the popular California desert music festival.
Speaking to American Theatre in 2018, Vire said he arrived in Chicago as a "lapsed actor," and fell into theatre criticism "through the back door."
"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.
A home is supposed to be a place of safety, but for one 13-year-old girl it was anything but. She was groped by an unknown man with a knife, who somehow got into her home in the Austin neighborhood while she slept.
The Lo Prestos' adorable 1-year-old girl is a symbol of hope for couples who are trying to have a child, but suffered a health setback. Marie Saavedra reports.
The Illinois Supreme Court on Thursday overturned former "Empire" actor Jussie Smollett's conviction for allegedly staging a hate crime against himself in Chicago in 2019.
Attorneys for actor Jussie Smollett said they were relieved but not surprised that the Illinois Supreme Court overturned his convictions for allegedly staging a hate crime against himself, ruling he shouldn't have been prosecuted a second time after the original charges against him were dropped.
Take an inside look at the preparations being made for this year’s Magnificent Mile Lights Festival.
Temperatures rose above freezing areawide Thursday afternoon and will hold steady or even rise further overnight into Friday morning.
The state's highest court ruled a special prosecutor's decision to re-indict Smollett violated his constitutional rights after Cook County prosecutors previously dropped charges against him.
President-elect Donald Trump announced Gaetz as his nominee to be attorney general last week.
Police said a stolen car was speeding when it slammed into another car and a CTA bus.
Little Penelope Lo Destro's parents were about to start their family when there was a terrible diagnosis.
A judge released Constantin Beldie on electronic monitoring in October, after he allegedly beat and tried to kidnap his estranged wife. He's now accused of killing her weeks later.
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.
Will Riley led Illinois (3-1) with 18 points and nine rebounds while Kylan Boswell added 17 and Kasparas Jakucionis had 15.
Zach Lavine scored 27 points to lead Chicago. Torrey Craig added 15, while Nikola Vucevic and Coby White had 14 each.
Morgan went 3-0 with a 1.93 ERA in 32 appearances last season for the AL Central champion Guardians.
Williams and the Bears offense will try to build off the positives in game one this past weekend with Thomas Brown calling plays.
Meyer had five rebounds for the Blue Demons (5-0). Troy D'Amico scored 14 points.
When the girl woke up, the man fled the scene on a rental bicycle, according to police.
Alicia Robles said didn't initially feel the pain because she was still absorbing the situation—and then seconds later, her skin, she said, was on fire.
A judge released Constantin Beldie on electronic monitoring in October, after he allegedly beat and tried to kidnap his estranged wife. He's now accused of killing her weeks later.
Police said the drive-by shooting happened on the 2400 block of South Oakley Avenue around 10:45 a.m.
CTA officials received a disturbance call just before 9:40 a.m. on board a bus near the entrance to the Red Line station along the Dan Ryan Expressway.
