Worker rescued from Channahon water tower after suffering breathing problems
It took nearly two hours for crews to get the man safely down to the ground, using a tower ladder truck.
It took nearly two hours for crews to get the man safely down to the ground, using a tower ladder truck.
According to the National Center for Health Statistics, heat-related deaths reached a new high in 2023. Those over the age of 60 made up the brunt of those numbers—but they are not the only population at risk. CBS 2's Darius Johnson reports.
More than 80% of the country is facing scorching temperatures this week, from Arizona to Maine. CBS News Chicago’s Tara Molina reports for the CBS Evening News.
Downtown Chicago was bustling with people Monday, and there was plenty of demand for people brave enough to work in the heat.
Some areas are expected to see a longevity of dangerous heat that "has not been experienced in decades," forecasters said.
Experts said people should avoid outdoor activity if possible, drink plenty of water, and wear sunscreen if they do go outside.
Cooling does not last long, however, as most areas return to the 90s Friday and Saturday.
CBS 2 Meteorologist Mary Kay Kleist has the 5 p.m. forecast for Saturday, June 15, 2024.
Doctors say that any time the weather spikes, they are sure to see an uptick in patients at area hospitals.
A heat wave is forecast to bring dangerously hot temperatures to the Midwest and Northeast this week.
As temperatures rise, new research shows critical limits for how heat affects the body may be lower than previously thought. Humidity is a big factor.
More than 20 million people were under weather advisories for extreme heat as forecasts predicted another week of soaring temperatures.
Warmer Friday in the 80s before climbing into the 90s for the holiday weekend.
While many are still recovering from the record heat wave last week, on Monday FEMA continues its Summer Ready campaign with an extreme heat summit.
Some even braved the dangerous temperatures Thursday night to catch some live music outside.
"Most of their belongings are outside, and so folks don't want to leave their belongings behind, and … they're pretty firm that they don't wanna lose the things that have been given to them," Pastor Eric Worringer said.
According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, a heat index at or above 90 degrees poses a significant risk for children. Dr. Emma Olivera, a pediatrician at Advocate Children’s Hospital, spoke with CBS 2 on why the extreme heat is concerning for parents.
The intense heat kept many people indoors on Wednesday, and might have started a fire in the north suburbs.
The splash pads and water sprays will be on at all parks through September 30.
With temps rising to dangerous levels, your body may experience some signs from excessive heat exposure.
Utility companies are gearing up for the hot temperatures expected to affect power grids across the country. CBS 2's Tara Molina spoke to ComEd about the impact in the Chicago area.
Certain breeds and overweight dogs can be more sensitive to heat.
The dangerous combination of heat and humidity has a heat advisory in place from noon through 9 p.m.
CBS 2's Asal Rezaei reports from the Mobile Weather Lab on severe storms, dangerous heat, and poor air quality expected for Friday.
CBS 2's Asal Rezaei reports from the Mobile Weather Lab on severe storms, dangerous heat, and poor air quality expected for Friday.
Sloan finished his senior season at York with a .30 ERA. The 6-foot 4-inch right-hander gave up 2 earned runs and struck out 90 batters through 46 innings with five walks.
Neither the driver of the SUV nor the driver of the car he hit were injured, police said.
Mayor Brandon Johnson and other city leaders were in attendance to welcome more than 500 new and returning LSC members.
The Chicago "rat hole" was a rodent-shaped indentation in the concrete in front of a blond brick three-flat building in Roscoe Village. While now gone, its legacy lives on.
A downward escalator from the terrace to the loge level malfunctioned and sped up, the Brewers said.
In all, more than 350 people charged in the Capitol riot were specifically charged with obstruction of an official proceeding. This is the charge the Supreme Court ruled was improperly used by prosecutors.
But an alderman who will serve as a delegate at the Democratic National Convention said getting behind Mr. Biden remains essential.
The Supreme Court overruled a 40-year-old decision that said federal courts should defer to agencies in certain cases. Here's what it means.
The Supreme Court's order clears the way for Steve Bannon to report to prison by July 1 to begin serving a four-month sentence.
The Supreme Court narrowed the Justice Department's use of a federal obstruction statute leveled against scores of people who breached the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.
One third of Chicago's roughly 400 new car dealers are using pen and paper to complete deals.
The family asked CBS 2 for help after they found themselves stuck with random stuff and boxes filling their space—and nowhere else left to turn.
The gas hike approved in November was the largest gas utility rate hike in Illinois history.
The Markham repair shop owner pointed to an Allstate insurance policy requiring only one signature on smaller claims checks.
A shopper discovered 10-cent bag fee instead of a 7-cent tax on a recent receipt from Mariano's.
The FDA said its study better simulated how commercial milk processing kills the bird flu virus, H5N1.
Iowa joins more than a dozen other states with restrictive abortion laws following the U.S. Supreme Court's overturning of Roe v. Wade in 2022. Three other states currently ban abortions at about six weeks.
"We can serve payers very effectively from the footprint that remains," CEO Tim Wentworth says of the coming Walgreens closures.
The study found that Black men living in more violent Chicago neighborhoods had a higher level of cortisol, possibly showing the effect stress has on health.
The LB.1 variant makes up close to 1 in 5 new COVID cases, the CDC estimates.
One third of Chicago's roughly 400 new car dealers are using pen and paper to complete deals.
The Fresh Market already has stores in Crystal Lake, Geneva, Lake Forest, and Wilmette.
The change impacts every single restaurant in Chicago that operates with tipped workers, and critics say it could impact customers as well.
The Markham repair shop owner pointed to an Allstate insurance policy requiring only one signature on smaller claims checks.
Getting added to the guide is not the same as being awarded a Michelin star, but still signifies a stamp of approval.
The Chicago "rat hole" was a rodent-shaped indentation in the concrete in front of a blond brick three-flat building in Roscoe Village. While now gone, its legacy lives on.
Martin Mull came to national fame with a recurring role on the Norman Lear-created satirical soap opera "Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman," and the starring role in its spinoff, "Fernwood 2 Night."
The Rolling Stones played at the stadium for the first of two concerts over the next several days—as part of their Hackney Diamonds Tour.
"CBS News 24/7," a daily flagship show featuring live reporting from CBS News and Stations' local-to-global newsrooms, brings viewers a dynamic and immersive news experience.
In 1999, a series about a New Jersey crime family premiered on HBO; it would change television. Series creator David Chase, and stars Edie Falco, Steven Van Zandt, Michael Imperioli and Steve Schirripa, discuss the personal and cultural impact of "The Sopranos."
It has been a week of campaigning and fundraising for Mr. Biden, who was in New Jersey Saturday night after spending the day stumping in New York. CBS News’ Taurean Small reports.
Mayor Brandon Johnson and other city leaders were in attendance to welcome new and returning LSC members from across the city.
Police were called to Alexander’s Restaurant at Clark Street and Granville Avenue, after an SUV plowed right into it.
Ryan Sloan recently finished a stellar career at York Community High School in Elmhurst. CBS 2's Jori Paris reports on the impression he's making with his work ethic.
CBS 2 Meteorologist Mary Kay Kleist has your 10 p.m. First Alert Weather forecast, and an update on Hurricane Beryl in the Caribbean, for Saturday, June 29, 2024.
The City of Highland Park said around 40 protesters shouted "pro-Palestinian and antisemitic chants" outside the home of Rep. Brad Schneider.
A downward escalator from the terrace to the loge level malfunctioned and sped up.
Chicago police arrested Marquan Jones, 17, on Thursday in the 2400 block of East 75th Street.
Fireworks and more are on display starting this weekend for the Fourth of July Holiday, with many places in Chicago and the suburbs to sit and enjoy the colorful celebration.
Sloan finished his senior season at York with a .30 ERA. The 6-foot 4-inch right-hander gave up 2 earned runs and struck out 90 batters through 46 innings with five walks.
Two battalion chiefs told CBS 2 Investigators said hiring needs to be a priority for the Chicago Fire Department, and they plan to protest their working conditions.
They hope national recognition from the U.S. surgeon general will actually make a difference.
The gas hike approved in November was the largest gas utility rate hike in Illinois history.
A day after the fire, residents still could not get back into the building at 1852 W. Palm Dr., near Golf Road in the Orion ParkView Apartments complex.
The Village of Carol Stream still has not disclosed which officer pulled the trigger — and the family said they want more than edited body camera footage.
Sloan finished his senior season at York with a .30 ERA. The 6-foot 4-inch right-hander gave up 2 earned runs and struck out 90 batters through 46 innings with five walks.
Any pressure Kuhl feels to perform on the mound is nothing compared to what he and his family went through in the past year.
Luke Little (3-1) threw a scoreless seventh for the victory, and Porter Hodge followed with a scoreless inning.
Luis Robert Jr., Korey Lee and Lenyn Sosa also homered for the Sox in their double-digit scoring game of the season.
Drew Thorpe (2-1) retired 16 in a row after Brenton Doyle led off the game with a single.
Kyle Knight was ordered detained at an initial hearing.
Illinois State Police later found the car in the area of 34th and Halsted streets in the Bridgeport neighborhood.
Chicago police arrested Marquan Jones, 17, on Thursday in the 2400 block of East 75th Street.
Red Star Liquor & Deli has been targeted by thieves five different times in the last 10 days.
Officials identified her on Thursday as JoAnne "Vicki" Smith, who was only 20 years old when she died.