Book details John Prine's journey from Maywood to beloved folk singer
His big break happened when he was playing at a club in Lincoln Park when famed movie critic Roger Ebert walked in.
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His big break happened when he was playing at a club in Lincoln Park when famed movie critic Roger Ebert walked in.
John Prine often told stories in his songs, but now it's his story being told in a new book. CBS 2's Jim Williams talked with the book's editor.
There are close to 300 new Illinois or Chicago-area laws going into effect with the arrival of the new year. Here are the 2025 laws that you should keep on your radar.
Tuesday starts with chilly morning rain as a system passes to the south of Chicago.
Looking to deposit year-end bonus checks or stock up on last-minute party supplies? A rundown of what to expect.
When the clock strikes midnight on Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025, there will be two opportunities to watch fireworks.
Nikola Vucevic added 16 points and 13 rebounds for the Bulls (15-18).
There are close to 300 new Illinois or Chicago-area laws going into effect with the arrival of the new year. Here are the 2025 laws that you should keep on your radar.
The trustees' absence meant there were not enough board members to vote on paying the insurance bill.
Carter visited Chicago numerous times during his campaign for president in 1976, as president between 1977 and 1981, and after he left office.
World leaders react to the death of Jimmy Carter, the 39th president, who strived to improve the lives of Americans and people around the world for decades after his presidency.
After a single term in office, Jimmy Carter's decades of humanitarian work may be his most enduring legacy.
Many turned out to take advantage of day-after-Christmas sales that can be hard to pass up.
At Yorktown Center in Lombard, just about everyone who spoke with CBS News Chicago on Monday said the act of going out and physically shopping puts them in the Christmas spirit.
Scammers know many of us are waiting for packages this holiday season.
The National Retail Foundation projected roughly 157 million people across the country would shop last-minute and try to wrap up their shopping lists.
The strike was deliberately authorized in the midst of the busy holiday delivery season nationwide for a reason—with the Teamsters Union pushing the company for a contract.
Alex Timchak and his doctors agree that anyone facing a critical health issue should get a second opinion.
Some 13 oz. bags of Lay's Classic Potato Chips may contain an undeclared allergen, according to the snack company.
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services announced Wednesday that it had detected presumptive positive human case of H5N1 in Barron County.
The sisters share a special bond of getting a second chance at life, which they both received at the age of 38 years old.
An even larger investment of $500 million is going toward 10 new outpatient facilities throughout the South Side that will add 85,000 health care appointments each year.
John Carruthers and his thin crusts have raised $80,000—a lot of dough for charities around Chicago.
Many turned out to take advantage of day-after-Christmas sales that can be hard to pass up.
It may seem like a brave choice to launch a company making old-fashioned mechanical watches—when many wear new-fangled electronic alternatives. But the entrepreneurs' mission is bigger than just watchmaking.
At Yorktown Center in Lombard, just about everyone who spoke with CBS News Chicago on Monday said the act of going out and physically shopping puts them in the Christmas spirit.
Sunday night marked the last night in business for Strat's, after 38 years.
Taylor also played two nights at Ravinia this past June.
Mindy Kaling and Morris Chestnut announced the nominations for the 82nd annual Golden Globes, with 10 nominees revealed live on CBS News.
The lawsuit alleges the unidentified girl was raped at a Video Music Awards afterparty in 2000.
Social media sleuths noticed that the house next door to the iconic "Home Alone" house in Winnetka is now up for sale.
Here are the top songs, artists, and albums streamed on Spotify in Chicago this year, according to communications agency Burson Global.
There are plenty of opportunities to ring in the New Year in style in Chicago.
Meteorologist Laura Bannon is tracking rain and snow moving into the Chicago area.
Meteorologist David Yeomans and his wife, Izzy, are the proud parents of a baby boy born Christmas Day.
Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon has your 10 p.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Monday, Dec. 30, 2024.
Getting a second opinion made all the difference for Dr. Alex Timchak of River Forest—who was found to have pancreatic cancer, but is now cancer-free.
There are close to 300 new Illinois or Chicago-area laws going into effect with the arrival of the new year. Here are the 2025 laws that you should keep on your radar.
When the clock strikes midnight on Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025, there will be two opportunities to watch fireworks.
Alex Timchak and his doctors agree that anyone facing a critical health issue should get a second opinion.
The trustees' absence meant there were not enough board members to vote on paying the insurance bill.
Insects emerged from the ground, the moon eclipsed the sun, a purse full of cereal was spotted and Chicago fell in love with a rodent-shaped hole.
Cook County sheriff deputies served only 25% of protective orders between 2021 and 2023, data show.
"San Antonio has really led the way in using aerial surveillance technology to prevent these activities," said Ald. Brian Hopkins (2nd), who chairs the City Council Public Safety Committee.
Customers said contractors from the company, Orange Elephant Roofing & Solar, seemed simply to disappear into thin air. But that is only the tip of the iceberg.
Survivors, advocates and experts have weighed in on Mayor Brandon Johnson's pledge to create a task force to study the safety of Black women in Chicago.
The Chicago-based company is accused of tricking diners about delivery fees, misleading drivers about pay, and listing restaurants on its platform without permission.
Nikola Vucevic added 16 points and 13 rebounds for the Bulls (15-18).
The NHL arrived at Wrigley with a crew of 300 workers on Monday, Dec. 16.
The 'Hawks also lost three of four in their season series against Dallas.
Mervis, 26, was the Cubs' No. 15 prospect entering 2024.
Ciani had nine rebounds for the Flames (9-4, 1-1 Missouri Valley Conference).
The robberies all happened in the early morning hours Friday, Dec. 6.
In the sanctuary, every pew was filled with those who knew and loved Pegg and Mike Sangerman—whether it was for a few years or many decades.
Police said the man robbed and beat a 20-year-old man while riding a Chicago Transit Authority Red Line train between the Sox-35th and Cermak-Chinatown Red Line stops.
Three men were killed and five other people were wounded when a fight broke out on Dec. 2 at a party inside a home near 59th and Saint Louis.
Police said, around 2 p.m., officers responded to a disturbance at Jamaica Jerk Choice at 6066 W. 159th St., and found "several" people who had been stabbed.
