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Wounded Army Ranger Returns Home To Hero's Welcome
Sgt. Brad Hojek came home to Oak Lawn, where he'll get some rest and relaxation before heading back to the hospital.
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Sgt. Brad Hojek came home to Oak Lawn, where he'll get some rest and relaxation before heading back to the hospital.
A longtime cook for a Bronzeville neighborhood barbecue restaurant was shot and killed overnight as he took a cigarette break.
If you don't think the upcoming federal debt ceiling deadline will impact you, it might – if you're expecting a check in the mail.
Police and the victim are praising some Good Samaritans who got involved and helped find the thief who took a woman's IPhone. It happened in the Lakeview neighborhood Wednesday night.
Last weekend's North Halsted Street beating that was caught on video continues to prompt residents of Boystown to come up with new ways to fight street crime. The latest is to enlist dog owners when they're walking their pets, CBS 2's Mike Parker reports.
Hundreds of Lakeview residents turned out for a CAPS meeting Wednesday night, days after a brutal attack on the Boystown strip of North Halsted Street, which left a man stabbed.
Police are analyzing a video clip of brawl on the Boystown strip of North Halsted, which ended in the stabbing of a 25-year-old man.
Andy Thayer has twice been arrested in Russia, but says he won't be intimidated in the effort to advance gay rights. CBS 2's Mike Parker reports.
Governor Quinn continues to insist he hasn't decided yet if he'll sign that major Illinois gambling expansion bill.
Record-setting temperatures could be coming today, the second day of sweltering heat and humidity in Chicago.
A fight with state officials could cost Thornridge High School in Dolton $18 million in aid, and my threaten teachers' jobs.
The city of Chicago has acted to prevent another fatal accident along the Chicago River following the drowning death of a 25-year-old Chicago woman.
A stronger dollar, a weaker euro and a decision by Europe's Central Bank not to continue raising interest rates will have a very real impact on you at the gas pump.
All across Chicago, we're now seeing more of the debris left behind when the housing market bubble burst.
Once again, Chicagoans are paying more for gasoline than anyplace else in the US. The average price for a gallon is now $4.35.
Another woman was robbed last night in Oak Park, following at least four similar incidents in the past month.
The search is expanding for three young children from Crestwood who could be in danger.
The nation's railroads have used something called a "dead man switch" as a crucial safety device. Now there are calls for something similar in airport traffic control towers.
Do you like getting those thin little disposable plastic bags at the checkout counter and carrying your groceries in them? A lot of people do.
The Greater Chicago Food Depository, which distributes tons of food across the region, is straining under the cost of keeping its delivery trucks on the road. CBS 2's Mike Parker reports.
An email circulating around the Internet says Friday is National 'Gas-Out' Day, when motorists are supposed to boycott gas stations as a protest to high prices. CBS 2's Mike Parker reports it may be a hoax.
Wal-Mart proposes building a downsized store in the East Lakeview neighborhood, but residents gave the retailer a not-so-warm welcome Monday night at a public meeting.
There are tens of thousands of federal employees from various government agencies and departments in Chicago. If there is a government shutdown, a lot of them will be staying home.
State government is still awash in red ink, but Gov. Pat Quinn is adamant that a capital project to develop a south suburban airport will move forward.
A Paris-bound American Airlines flight from Dallas had an unexpected stop at O'Hare after an unruly passenger prompted the pilots to make an unscheduled landing.
Experts say insurance companies are paying close attention, and the average person should be doing so too.
There were at least a dozen shoppers lined up for the grand opening of the Amazon Fresh location in Arlington Heights.
The Chicago Union recently moved their home games to Evanston, which has helped grow attendance significantly.
Max Scherzer had a season-high nine strikeouts to take over 10th place on MLB's career list with the most among active pitchers.
The 500-acre site would become home to the world's first commercially useful quantum computer.
The 500-acre site would become home to the world's first commercially useful quantum computer.
"I will say that I have said directly to the vice president that I'm going to do everything and anything that is necessary to make sure that we beat Donald Trump and JD Vance," Pritzker said.
The Chicago Teachers Union opposed the budget plan, warning of the impact of spending cuts imposed to eliminate a $500 million deficit.
More than 50 Democratic lawmakers boycotted the speech—including U.S. Reps. Jan Schakowsky and Delia Ramirez, and Sen. Dick Durbin (D-Illinois).
President Biden said it's been the privilege of his life to serve the country for over 50 years.
Experts say insurance companies are paying close attention, and the average person should be doing so too.
The hike was fueled mainly by the company's Safety Modernization Program to replace nearly 2,000 miles of dangerous, old, deteriorating natural gas pipes.
As of Tuesday evening, a total of five tornadoes had been confirmed in the Chicago area from the storms Monday night and six Sunday night.
The tax is up just 2 cents compared with Sunday. But it is quite a jump compared with the Illinois gas seven years ago.
One third of Chicago's roughly 400 new car dealers are using pen and paper to complete deals.
A warning of a Listeria monocytogenes outbreak affecting 12 states, including Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York, was issued by the CDC Friday afternoon linking infections to sliced meat at deli counters.
Lisa Gee's experience taught her the life-saving importance of organ donations for thousands of patients.
Keisha House said people trust their hairdressers and barbers, and great communication takes place while in those chairs.
The FDA found even some products that claimed to be "sterile" were contaminated.
Under state law, all children living in a high-risk ZIP code must be tested for lead exposure at 12, 24, and 36 months of age.
Bally's took possession of the River West property July 5.
The plant, which was indefinitely idled in February 2023, is expected to reopen next year.
Fiscal Year 2024 saw total cannabis sales exceed $2 billion, which exceeded the figures for Fiscal Years 2023 and 2022.
Kroger owns the Mariano's brand, while Albertsons owns Jewel-Osco.
The DNC arrives at the United Center from Aug. 19-22.
Newhart was an Oak Park native and an alumnus of Saint Ignatius College Prep and Loyola University in Chicago.
Bob Newhart, who starred in the long-running sitcoms "The Bob Newhart Show" and "Newhart," has died at age 94.
Nominations for the 76th annual Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday, with "Shōgun," "The Bear," "Hacks," "Only Murders in the Building" and "Baby Reindeer" all earning multiple major nods. See the full list of nominees for the 2024 ceremony here.
"Big Brother" announced Tuesday the 16 new Houseguests who will move into the "Big Brother" house and, for the first time ever, have the power to vote in a 17th houseguest.
After many people criticized Andress' rendition of the National Anthem online, comparing her with Fergie, the singer says she's going to rehab.
The two discussed an outline of a deal that would pause the fighting in Gaza and secure the release of Israeli hostages held by Hamas.
A 15-year-old girl was killed after she was hit by a stray bullet while inside a home in north suburban Round Lake Beach Wednesday night.
Jim “The Shark” Dreyer became the first person to swim Lake Michigan between two states in 1998. This year, his attempt will be longer.
The bear took the show on the road, walking off with it as the camera recorded.
One of the cars' owners was working overnight at Boston Children's Hospital.
"We will do what is absolutely necessary to keep the city safe," Chicago Police Supt. Larry Snelling said.
"I will say that I have said directly to the vice president that I'm going to do everything and anything that is necessary to make sure that we beat Donald Trump and JD Vance," Pritzker said.
The 500-acre site would become home to the world's first commercially useful quantum computer.
Experts say insurance companies are paying close attention, and the average person should be doing so too.
There were at least a dozen shoppers lined up for the grand opening of the Amazon Fresh location in Arlington Heights.
Former Secret Service agent McCarthy said security for both conventions is now even under more scrutiny since the assassination attempt on former President Trump.
The department has now confirmed they will be providing emergency medical support both inside the secure perimeter that will be going up around the United Center.
Data show the 4th of July has historically been one of the deadliest days of the year.
The former University of Illinois football player had been hired at Aunt Martha's despite having a criminal conviction on his record.
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.
The Chicago Union recently moved their home games to Evanston, which has helped grow attendance significantly.
Max Scherzer had a season-high nine strikeouts to take over 10th place on MLB's career list with the most among active pitchers.
The Chicago Sky currently share a practice facility with the public at Sachs Recreation Center in Deerfield.
The White Sox (27-77) lost their 10th game in a row to fall 50 games under .500 for the first time since finishing 56-106 in 1970.
Lester has been spending a lot of time on the golf course since retiring from baseball in 2022 with three World Series rings.
Four businesses were hit in one night.
The burglary was reported and items were taken from Cook County State's Attorney's Office located at the Leighton Criminal Courthouse in Chicago.
The Davey Tree Expert Company said the victim was one of its employees who was on a jobsite at the time.
The Cook County State's Attorney's office reviewed the case, and decide not to charge the gunman.
The burglars damaged the storefront, but could not get in.