CBS 2's Lauren Victory gets a makeover from the Buscias at Pierogi Fest
The famous Pierogi Fest kicks off Friday in Whiting, Indiana. The fun and quirky event brings together dozens of food vendors, performers, and parade goers every year.
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The famous Pierogi Fest kicks off Friday in Whiting, Indiana. The fun and quirky event brings together dozens of food vendors, performers, and parade goers every year.
"A little rain is not going to stop Pierogi Fest," Mr. Pierogi said. "I'm excited for three days of fun...I can't believe it's finally here."
The famous Pierogi Fest kicks off Friday in Whiting, Indiana. The fun and quirky event brings together dozens of food vendors, performers, and parade goers every year.
Traffic was being diverted late Wednesday. Indiana State Police warned drivers to avoid the area.
Indiana State Police said a tanker truck with a hazmat placard rolled over after crashing near Crown Point.
Take a look at Pierogi Plaza, a good spot to watch the parade go by on Friday night.
Supporters, including the mayor, said it would help stop violent crime, but gas station owners CBS 2 spoke to said they get a lot of business during those hours.
A suspect shot and killed a police K-9 in Gary, Indiana, on Thursday afternoon during a confrontation with police.
Police attempted to arrest Eric James King, 41, of Paoli, Indiana on a warrant for escape from Martin County.
Hammond Mayor Thomas McDermott has said if this ordinance gets on his desk, he will sign it.
The shooting at Perry County Memorial Hospital killed Tell City Sgt. Heather Glenn and Sean Hubert, 34, state police said.
A state statute had already been in place to protect women's reproductive rights in the event Roe v. Wade were struck down.
The Indiana Supreme Court ruled Friday that the state's abortion ban doesn't violate the state constitution.
The Indiana Supreme Court has decided that the state's abortion ban doesn't violate Indiana's constitution.
Allen was arrested back in November and charged with the February 2017 murders.
Court documents detailed a stunning admission made by the man accused of murdering two Delphi, Indiana, teenagers.
"Should we expect this every single time there is a small summer storm from BP? Why did this happen? Why did they not have precautions?"
Investigators said the smell originated at the BP refinery in whiting after a weather-related incident. CBS 2's Andrew Ramos reports, residents still have their concerns.
CBS 2's Asal Rezaei reports The Porter County Emergency Management Agency has confirmed the smell was caused by an unplanned "flaring of gases" at the Whiting, Indiana BP facility.
Officials said this was triggered by severe weather conditions.
Around 3 a.m., a black Ford Mustang GT was heading westbound on I-80 near Indianapolis Boulevard when there was a shooting between the Mustang and a light colored four-door sedan.
The letters give a phone number to call if debtors want to avoid collection action, such as "garnishment of wages and bank accounts."
The rescue happened at Porter Beach in Porter, Indiana.
And 18-year-old man remained lost in the water for about 20 minutes before he too was found.
A crane pulled the helicopter out of the Northwest Indiana lake.
Aurora police said the woman was racing a motorcycle at speeds exceeding 100 miles per hour when she suddenly changed into the right turn lane toward North Eola Road, struck a curb, and lost control.
A school-wide letter was sent to families as they continue monitoring the disease in Chicago schools and communities.
Chicago police said the group broke the side window of the store, went inside, and removed the ATM.
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Microsoft said it's investigating an issue impacting access to Microsoft 365 and its Teams app.
The 29-person team will advise the prosecutor's office on everything from handling gun violence cases to wrongful convictions to public corruption.
Parking garage managers said the number of parkers is down since the pandemic, as more people work remotely, leaving them struggling to make a profit.
Cook Cook State's Attorney Kim Foxx sat down with CBS News Chicago to reflect on her legacy after eight years in office.
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.
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.
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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.
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Foxtrot will be pouring free drip coffee between 6 a.m. and 10 a.m. at the Fulton Market location to celebrate the reopening.
The 17-time Grammy Award-winning artist's new album features 12 songs.
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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.
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Meteorologist Kylee Miller is tracking a temperature drop in Chicago.
The poll shows many of Trump's choices have more support than opposition, including some of his more controversial picks like Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for Health and Human Services, Tulsi Gabbard for Director of National Intelligence and Pete Hegseth for Defense.
A group of unknown people broke the side window of the store, entered, and removed the ATM from inside.
The latest shooting happened just before 11 p.m. in the 2300 block of South Washtenaw, where a 22-year-old man was shot while standing outside by an unknown person in a black sedan.
Video obtained by CBS News Chicago shows the 19-year-old being transported on a stretcher out of the department store.
Microsoft said it's investigating an issue impacting access to Microsoft 365 and its Teams app.
The Transportation Security Administration projects the busiest days at airports will be the Tuesday and Wednesday before Thanksgiving, and the Sunday after the holiday.
Chicago police said the group broke the side window of the store, went inside, and removed the ATM.
Aurora police said the woman was racing a motorcycle at speeds exceeding 100 miles per hour when she suddenly changed into the right turn lane toward North Eola Road, struck a curb, and lost control.
The 29-person team will advise the prosecutor's office on everything from handling gun violence cases to wrongful convictions to public corruption.
Cook Cook State's Attorney Kim Foxx sat down with CBS News Chicago to reflect on her legacy after eight years in office.
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.
It was the second championship for the second-seeded Wildcats (23-1-0), who have played for the title in four straight seasons.
Caleb Williams threw for 340 yards and two touchdowns for the Bears (4-7), who lost their fifth straight.
Pippen, playing in the arena where his Hall of Fame father's retired number hangs, had 26 points in the first three quarters for Memphis, which has won three of its last four.
Brandi Robinson is an undefeated pro boxer from Sauk Village, who is now preparing for a big fight later this month in Rosemont.
Jeremiyah Love scored three touchdowns, tying a school record with his 11th straight game with a rushing TD, and No. 6 Notre Dame ended No. 18 Army's 13-game winning streak with a 49-14 victory at Yankee Stadium.
Investigation into each of the shootings remains under investigation.
Video obtained by CBS News Chicago shows the 19-year-old being transported on a stretcher out of the department store.
The shooting happened as crowds were packing downtown for the annual Magnificent Mile Lights Festival and Christkindlmarket in Daley Plaza.
The NBA is urging its players to take additional precautions to secure their homes following reports of recent high-profile burglaries of dwellings owned by Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis and Kansas City Chiefs teammates Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce.
K9 officer Riggs served 8 years on the force. He was 10 years old.
