Made In Chicago: New Era Windows Co-Op
Some of the workers who staged a sit-in until they obtained severance checks from the old Republic Windows and Doors are back in business as owners.
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Some of the workers who staged a sit-in until they obtained severance checks from the old Republic Windows and Doors are back in business as owners.
Since it launched in 2005, Chicago Children's Theatre has been providing a unique experience for young audiences.
Have you ever wondered how that lasagna, or that spaghetti is made? Take one look inside Foulds pasta in Libertyville and you'll get a lesson in the art of pasta.
The largest film studio outside of Chicago is on the West Side.
For Lynn Sapp, ice cream is the family business.
Rob Shindler is a lawyer who makes sure people know how to read as a volunteer with Literacy Chicago where students have all sorts of motivation.
The Newberry Library is full of stories.
Ever wonder where teachers get the supplies they need to decorate their classroom and educate their students?
Home To Roost helps folks raise chickens in the city.
Made in Chicago: Clayco.
Made in Chicago with the Wurst Kitchen Sausage Company in Aurora.
With tongue firmly in cheek, the Onion serves up wacky news every day on its website and in its newspaper.
On any given day, a walker from Green Paws Chicago can likely be seen taking a trip around the block with a four legged friend.
For more than 100 years, W.S. Darley Co. has been supplying first responders with all sorts of products, from safety gears, to pumps and fire trucks.
It's been said that Chicago is one of America's most haunted cities.
Katherine Anne Duncan's delicious confections were inspired by her experiences growing up on a Wisconsin farm.
Made In Chicago: Heartland Alliance Refugee Services, in Chicago's Ravenswood neighborhood, provides assistance for foreigners who have relocated in Chicago.
A Chicago woman who lived in obscurity is now recognized for her extraordinary legacy.
Want to play Pac Man, Asteroids or Donkey Kong? If you said yes, you might have been a gamer back in the 1980s.
Mike Nussbaum has played Broadway and Hollywood, but considers himself a Chicago actor.
Chicagoan Ron Scott's got a brand new bag – a pizza bag.
Chicago Crime Scene Clean Up is a 5-year old company that specializes in cleaning up murder and death scenes, hoarder situations and meth labs that have been discovered by police.
Cara Health started in Dublin, but has now moved to Chicago and is among the innovators at the 1871 Incubator in the Merchandise Mart.
Musical tastes aside, little has changed at the Orbit Skate Center in Palatine since it first opened in 1972.
Artist Hebru Brantley began his career as a graffiti tagger, always looking over his shoulder for the police.
Think about a car so smart that all we have to do is kick back and ride while the car drives itself. Marie Saavedra took a drive with her hands off the wheel.
The two families enjoyed each other's company Thursday night, showing what can be done when people show compassion for others.
Butler (5-1) plays the winner between UNLV and Mississippi State in the championship game of the Cactus Division on Friday. Northwestern (5-2) takes on the loser in the third-place game.
The vehicle is described as a dark red or maroon Kia Sorento SUV, with Illinois license plate EB88421.
Kylan Boswell added 18 points for Illinois (6-1). Head coach Brad Underwood broke a tie with J. Craig Ruby (1922-36) for fifth place in program history with 149 wins.
The documents reveal four complaints against Ronnie Reese between May 2023 and July 2024—all made anonymously for fear of retaliation.
On Monday, President-elect Trump specifically promised a 25% tariff on all products coming from Mexico and Canada—in addition to a 10% levy on Chinese goods.
The alders' idea is to move almost all city departments back to their budget allocation from 2020, but to add an inflation adjustment.
Walmart is rolling back its diversity, equity and inclusion policies, joining a growing list of major corporations doing the same after coming under attack by conservative activists.
While Henyard had no trouble getting into the giving spirit, there is something she simply can't get going — a trustee meeting. Some trustees are deliberately denying her a quorum.
On Monday, President-elect Trump specifically promised a 25% tariff on all products coming from Mexico and Canada—in addition to a 10% levy on Chinese goods.
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,
Annesley Clark and Christine Corso were determined to say their vows before it was too late. So when Clark's nurses at Northwestern Medicine heard the couple's story, they jumped right into action.
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.
The brewery was founded in the Ravinia District in Highland Park, where the music venue is also located.
The team says it is still focusing on a new stadium in the city of Chicago.
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.
The 17-time Grammy Award-winning artist's new album features 12 songs.
The British pop star is bringing her Brat 2025 arena tour to the Allstate Arena on April 28 at 7 p.m
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.
Meteorologist David Yeomans has your 10 p.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Thursday, Nov. 28, 2024.
What about a car so smart that all we have to do is kick back and ride while the car drives itself? Marie Saavedra took a drive with her hands off the wheel.
The vehicle sped off after hitting the man in North Lawndale.
The victim was hospitalized in critical condition after a bullet came through his window in West Garfield Park.
This year, Rainbow PUSH said it served up more than 250 meals at its headquarters at 930 E. 50th St. in the Kenwood neighborhood—as part of its mission uplift the most vulnerable members of the community.
After Chicago's coldest Thanksgiving Day in 10 years, temperatures get even colder through the holiday weekend.
The Bears had the ball in Lions territory late in the game with a chance to drive for a game-tying field goal or go-ahead touchdown, but they blew the opportunity.
Think about a car so smart that all we have to do is kick back and ride while the car drives itself. Marie Saavedra took a drive with her hands off the wheel.
The two families enjoyed each other's company Thursday night, showing what can be done when people show compassion for others.
Butler (5-1) plays the winner between UNLV and Mississippi State in the championship game of the Cactus Division on Friday. Northwestern (5-2) takes on the loser in the third-place game.
Police have said officers were investigating robberies near 55th and Pulaski, when they saw two suspects believed to be armed get into a Lexus and speed away.
Police are already looking ahead to the Thanksgiving Day Parade later this week.
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.
Butler (5-1) plays the winner between UNLV and Mississippi State in the championship game of the Cactus Division on Friday. Northwestern (5-2) takes on the loser in the third-place game.
Kylan Boswell added 18 points for Illinois (6-1). Head coach Brad Underwood broke a tie with J. Craig Ruby (1922-36) for fifth place in program history with 149 wins.
The Bears had the ball in Lions territory late in the game with a chance to drive for a game-tying field goal or go-ahead touchdown, but they blew the opportunity.
Connor Bedard, Teuvo Teravainen and Louis Crevier also scored.
The Bulls welcomed Lonzo Ball back to the lineup after missing 15 games with a sprained wrist. Ball finished with six points in 15 minutes.
The victim was struck in the head by the bullet.
The family of Ricardo Rebollar continues to search for answers.
"I can probably guarantee that those people wasn't from this community, due to the fact [of] our strong connection with the community," Boxing Out Negativity founder Derek Brown said.
The office of Ald. Timm Knudsen (43rd) said there is reason to believe the shooting was an isolated incident, and the victim and the shooter knew each other.
Police said a 35-year-old man got into a quarrel with someone who pulled out a knife. The victim suffered a laceration to his shoulder.
