Wisconsin Gov. Evers declares state of emergency for 4 flooded counties
Gov. Tony Evers has declared a state of emergency for four northeastern Wisconsin counties hit last week by flooding that forced evacuations and opened a breach in a dam.
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Gov. Tony Evers has declared a state of emergency for four northeastern Wisconsin counties hit last week by flooding that forced evacuations and opened a breach in a dam.
More than a million people go a fourth day without power after Hurricane Beryl.
Across the region, many drivers took the risk amid the heavy downpours.
A police chief says people living downriver of a Wisconsin dam that was breached by floodwaters have been allowed back into their homes following an evacuation order and many of them now face the mess of cleaning up flooded basements.
The city's police chief estimated that a 50-foot area eroded around the dam, but the dam itself did not fail.
Record-breaking rainfall over the July 4th weekend last year flooded streets and homes across the West Side, where countless basements filled with water in the Austin and Lawndale neighborhoods.
The cats were transferred from the Humane Society of Northwestern Iowa, and arrived Saturday afternoon at the PAWS Chicago Nan and Wayne Kocourek Medical Center in Little Village.
At least two people have died as record-breaking flooding hits parts of the Midwest. CBS News' Jonah Kaplan reports.
The National Guard has been called in to help neighbors in southern Minnesota, where streets are still underwater.
Many residents had several feet of water in their basements, and some were still waiting for help nearly a year later. As CBS 2's Jermont Terry reports. some contractors have also now stepped in to do the work for free.
Mostly sunny skies are expected with just a slight chance for a pop-up shower or storm.
North of Miami, one driver mistook a canal for a road and drove into it.
On Friday, another round of rain could bring more flash flooding in some areas.
A relentless storm system continues to pummel South Florida with life threatening flash flooding, impacting travel, and causing schools to cancel classes.
People in South Florida are experiencing a rare flash-flooding emergency that is expected to continue throughout much of Thursday. The National Hurricane Center says there is a low 20% chance that the system could develop into a tropical storm within the week.
At least two people and thousands were stranded. Intense rain has been destroying crops and farmlands there.
Northbound I-57 was backed up from Halsted Street all the way to 127th Street due to the flooding Tuesday afternoon. CBS 2’s Jermont Terry reports.
Winds gusted up to 50 or 60 mph as storms pounded through the southwest suburbs of Chicago on Tuesday. CBS 2's Tara Molina reports.
While the Round Lake Beach resident finally got compensated, her case is a warning for homeowners to look into special flood coverage. CBS 2's Lauren Victory reports.
Thawing ice and rain caused flooding on Friday, forcing dozens of people from their homes.
More than a dozen residents along the Kankakee River in Will County were evacuated after an ice jam break caused significant flooding in Wilmington.
More than a dozen residents along the Kankakee River in Will County were evacuated after an ice jam break caused significant flooding in Wilmington.
A Flash Flood Warning is in effect for Wilmington, Illinois until 9:15 a.m. on Saturday.
A flash flood warning has been issued in parts of Will and Grundy counties, because an ice jam on the Kankakee River is expected to break up soon, and could cause flooding downstream. The National Weather Service said a flash flood warning is in effect until 9:15 a.m. Saturday, because the breakup of an ice jam on the Kankakee River near Wilmington appears imminent.
A flash flood warning has been issued in parts of Will and Grundy counties, because an ice jam on the Kankakee River is expected to break up soon, and could cause flooding downstream.
The budget carrier Spirit Airlines is trying to recover from the pandemic drop in travel and failed mergers.
The Dallas Wings will have the No. 1 pick. They will have the chance to draft UConn star Paige Bueckers.
Barrington police were investigating late Sunday with the Major Crimes Task Force.
"I just never thought to ask, do you have a gun? Is it locked up?" Kandice Cole said.
DePaul pulled within six in the opening minutes of the second, but gave up three layups in a row and trailed by double digits for the remainder of the game.
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,
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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.
With the release of part one of her new memoir, Cher talks about her relationship - on stage and off - with Sonny Bono, and why their TV partnership survived beyond their marriage.
"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."
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A woman was found shot and killed in a Barrington apartment complex Sunday evening.
Family and friends said their goodbyes Sunday afternoon during the visitation for fallen Chicago Police Officer Enrique Martinez. Officer Martinez, 26, was shot and killed during a traffic stop near 80th and Ingleside on Nov. 4.
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Officer Martinez, 26, was shot and killed during a traffic stop near 80th and Ingleside on Nov. 4.
The Packers beat the last-place Bears (4-6) for the 11th straight time, the longest streak by either team in the storied rivalry.
"I just never thought to ask, do you have a gun? Is it locked up?" Kandice Cole said.
The budget carrier Spirit Airlines is trying to recover from the pandemic drop in travel and failed mergers.
The Dallas Wings will have the No. 1 pick. They will have the chance to draft UConn star Paige Bueckers.
"I just never thought to ask, do you have a gun? Is it locked up?" Kandice Cole said.
"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.
The Dallas Wings will have the No. 1 pick. They will have the chance to draft UConn star Paige Bueckers.
DePaul pulled within six in the opening minutes of the second, but gave up three layups in a row and trailed by double digits for the remainder of the game.
Zach LaVine led the Bulls with 15 points, and Talen Horton-Tucker scored 12 off the bench as the Bulls dropped their second straight and third in four.
The Wolves also ended a three-game losing streak.
The current Colorado Rockies third baseman hired a company to move his $300,000 car from his residence in Colorado to his off-season home in Las Vegas—but the car never made it there.
Barrington police were investigating late Sunday with the Major Crimes Task Force.
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.
