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Mayor Lori Lightfoot's office said since the first group of migrants were bused to Chicago from Texas last August, the city has coordinated with local and state agencies to care for over 8,000 migrants. CBS 2's Chris Tye reports.
The rule represents a major pivot by President Biden, a Democrat who campaigned on restoring access to the U.S. asylum system.
Volunteers who've been caring for migrants said there are nearly 500 people at police districts across the city.
The Chicago police station lobbies where migrants arriving to the city are waiting have gotten so crowded that families at one station had to keep their belongings outside on the sidewalk. CBS 2's Noel Brennan shared one family's experience as they've lived in limbo for almost two weeks.
Dozens of families sit outside of the 12th district police station. Everything they own, pillows, blankets, strollers, were stacked on the sidewalk.
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot issued an emergency declaration on Tuesday after a surge of new migrant arrivals in the city, in hopes of getting federal and state money to help the city respond to the crisis. Hundreds of families have been living out of police stations and city buildings after Lightfoot said they were "inhumanely" bused to Chicago. CBS 2's Marissa Perlman had the story on what it's been like for police.
Mayor Lori Lightfoot issued an emergency declaration on Tuesday in response to the significant number of people arriving in Chicago who are seeking asylum in the U.S. since last year, what her office called a "national humanitarian crisis."
"The clients that I worked with changed my life. And that's why I'm so excited to work in this field. Because I want to hear more stories and I want to help people."
CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey takes us inside DePaul's Asylum and Immigration Law Clinic where students are working to clean up the backlog. Like clockwork, they're getting more and more requests.
Several dozen more migrants arrived at O'Hare on Friday.
CBS 2's Suzanne Le Mignot tried to ask Mayor Lori Lightfoot about the city's plan, but the mayor dodged efforts to reach her at a park district event.
"While this may constitute an emergency for the city of Chicago, it does not constitute an emergency for the South Shore community," said Ald. Michelle Harris (8th).
The event was packed, and the truth is – nobody learned too much about the city's plan for the respite stop for migrants at the old South Shore High School, 7626 S. Constance Ave.
Community members said the city has put very little thought into the move, calling it an "intrusion into daily life" in South Shore. CBS 2's Marissa Perlman reports.
Volunteer leaders sent a letter this week to all 50 aldermen saying the crisis can't be shouldered by volunteers for much longer.
There are lots of challenges for the city and organizers helping to get migrants safe and settled. One of those challenges is providing them meals.
A shuttered South Shore High School could soon become the next stop for some of the migrants landing in Chicago. On Thursday evening, Chicago city officials met with community members, some who say "not in my neighborhood."
Even worse, parents were told the summer programs they and other families rely heavily on have been canceled at the site.
The move, parents said, puts many programs in jeopardy.
Residents on Chicago's northwest side are feeling both confusion and frustration after parents say they were blindsided by the city's plans to take over their park to convert it into a migrant center. The move, parents said, puts many programs in jeopardy. CBS 2's Andrew Ramos spoke to concerned residents in Avondale.
Busloads of migrants have been shipped to Chicago by Texas Gov. Greg Abbott. Many have been sleeping at Chicago Police stations.
As this happens, Mayor Lori Lightfoot says there is no space and no funding left in Chicago for the migrants who are already here. CBS 2's Jermont Terry reports.
The school will be used as a temporary place for migrants to stay, to alleviate the needs at local police stations where many migrants have been stuck for days.
There's a community meeting this Thursday for neighbors to speak to city officials about it. The school will be a temporary place, to alleviate the needs at police stations where many migrants have been stuck for days.
City leaders said Chicago is on the brink of a humanitarian crisis, with hundreds of migrants continuing to arrive every day.
Louisville transfer Tre White also scored 16 points and Will Riley added 13 for Illinois (5-1).
Official business cannot go on until the board comes together.
The gift is the largest ever received in the 50-year history of the organization.
Schaumburg police said they were conducting a thorough investigation late Monday.
I-80 westbound was shut down at La Grange Road after the shooting.
Official business cannot go on until the board comes together.
Johnson had planned to eliminate dozens of positions in charge of overseeing the reforms in order to cuts costs from the city budget.
In the poll, a total of 800 Chicagoans were asked a dozen questions about city leadership, finances, and ways to balance the budget.
Madigan is facing a slew of charges—including racketeering, conspiracy, bribery, and wire fraud.
The team says it is still focusing on a new stadium in the city of Chicago.
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,
It's the season of giving, but if you're not careful with finances, you could be getting a hefty bill at the end of the holiday season.
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 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.
Wonder Group, a New York-based food ordering company that touts "fast fine" dining, is set to be Grubhub's new owner.
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.
Back in October, longstanding trustee Jerry Jones resigned. Under law, if Supervisor Tiffany Henyard does not appoint someone to fill such a position within 60 days, then a candidate for the vacant seat must be voted upon by the people. Some trustees want to deny Henyard a quorum for meetings until that date, as Jermont Terry reports.
The shooting took place on the I-80 westbound entrance to I-355 in New Lenox.
Schaumburg police said they were called to Algonquin Road and Thoreau Drive, where the juvenile victim had been struck.
Johnson had planned to eliminate dozens of positions in charge of overseeing the reforms in order to cuts costs from the city budget.
The shelter at the former motel, at 7300 N. Sheridan Rd. at Chase Avenue, had been in operation since July 2023.
The team says it is still focusing on a new stadium in the city of Chicago.
Police are already looking ahead to the Thanksgiving Day Parade later this week.
In the poll, a total of 800 Chicagoans were asked a dozen questions about city leadership, finances, and ways to balance the budget.
Madigan is facing a slew of charges—including racketeering, conspiracy, bribery, and wire fraud.
Louisville transfer Tre White also scored 16 points and Will Riley added 13 for Illinois (5-1).
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.
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.
Louisville transfer Tre White also scored 16 points and Will Riley added 13 for Illinois (5-1).
The team says it is still focusing on a new stadium in the city of Chicago.
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.
Police are already looking ahead to the Thanksgiving Day Parade later this week.
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.
