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International students make beautiful music in suburban Chicago for one night only
Ravinia has welcomed about 135 students from five countries: Sweden, Greece, Mexico, Canada, and the U.S.
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Ravinia has welcomed about 135 students from five countries: Sweden, Greece, Mexico, Canada, and the U.S.
Cody Fry grew up in the north suburbs, and now lives in Nashville, but he recently returned to Chicago for a very memorable one-night event at the Chicago Symphony Center.
A hometown guy is making his mark in the music world, while never forgetting where he came from.
Justin Timberlake spoke about his recent arrest on D.W.I. charges while performing in Chicago as part of his world tour.
The Bluebird Records recording sessions took place on the top floor of the now-Leland Tower, formerly the Leland Hotel where artists recorded more than 300 songs.
Founded in 1983, the Chicago Gay Men's Chorus is celebrating four decades of song.
Founded in 1983, the Chicago Gay Men's Chorus is celebrating four decades of song. Chorus director Kevin Corbett said back then, "being gay in the community was not fully recognized; it wasn't fully supported. So these people came together through song to embrace who they were."
The new location was announced Wednesday morning and the venue SeatGeek Stadium comes with parking, organizers emphasized on social media.
What began as a way to produce gospel albums in the early 2000s has since grown into a music publishing house and creative consulting agency, housing dozens of artists.
While signing with a small local, independent may come with smaller advances. It also allows artists to retain more ownership, not just of their image and music, but their money as well.
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Parton said the show will have "many original songs" and all the fan favorites are included in the score.
Chris Pitlik, or Mr. P, is retiring after a storied career as the band director at Shepard High School in Palos Heights.
Jennifer Lopez was set to embark on a 30+ city tour to promote her new album "This is Me…Now," which dropped in February.
The Lollapalooza 2024 schedule was released Thursday morning, which will include appearances from some of the biggest names in music.
The Lollapalooza 2024 schedule was released Thursday morning, which will include appearances from some of the biggest names in music. The popular Perry's stage schedule for Saturday remains a mystery.
"The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill" topped Apple Music's list while Michael Jackson's "Thriller," Stevie Wonder's "Songs in the Key of Life" and Nirvana's "Nevermind" finished in the top 10.
Mayor Brandon Johnson and other city leaders were joined by house music DJs to announce a number of events planned for this year. These include a house music festival at Millennium Park, and a 40th anniversary house music parade.
Steve Albini, an alt-rock musician, audio engineer, and producer who recorded albums for bands like Nirvana and Pixies and founded the Chicago recording studio Electrical Audio, has died at the age of 61.
He joins the list of stars, including the Jonas Brothers and Miranda Lambert, performing at the fair in Springfield, which will take place from Aug. 8 through 18.
Their emotion is right on target, and they're interacting verbally. That's the effect of singing."
Lynn Orman has been a writer, TV host and now is an advocate to chronicle the careers, challenges and triumphs of more than 100 women who sang the blues.
Guests are reminded that those under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult, 21 years or older, after 6 p.m., Thursday through Sunday.
"Correspondence as a Shelter, an Interruption," is a composition of songs, verbal correspondences, field recordings, and poems.
The vinyl sales alone were monumental, Billboard said, with "the largest sales week for an album on vinyl in the modern era."
Tiffany Henyard was accused by board members of keeping certain items off the agenda Tuesday night—including an ordinance that board members say would cap spending by the supervisor.
No one cared that Millennium Park was four years behind schedule and $300 million over budget when they witnessed its beauty.
President Biden is considering proposals to reform the Supreme Court, CBS News has learned.
The new plan also includes an amphitheater, which will take at least 15 years to complete. It's part of the zoo's 30-year vision.
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.
Tiffany Henyard was accused by board members of keeping certain items off the agenda Tuesday night—including an ordinance that board members say would cap spending by the supervisor.
President Biden is considering proposals to reform the Supreme Court, CBS News has learned.
Meanwhile in Milwaukee Tuesday, at a breakfast for the Illinois RNC delegates, CBS News Chicago asked leaders about the somewhat significant divide between Vance and Trump.
Sen. Bob Menendez tried to shift the blame to his wife, Nadine Menendez, but was found guilty on all 16 felony counts for a scheme involving bribery and business favors.
Republicans from across the country are returning Tuesday to Milwaukee's Fiserv Forum for Day 2 of the Republican National Convention.
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.
The family asked CBS 2 for help after they found themselves stuck with random stuff and boxes filling their space—and nowhere else left to turn.
The gas hike approved in November was the largest gas utility rate hike in Illinois history.
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.
Shane Butler said he was grateful to be alive, and he owes it all to the safety training he did exactly one year before he accidentally shot himself.
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.
"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.
Shannen Doherty had been battling cancer since 2015.
Richard Simmons devoted his life to making people sweat with his "Sweatin' to the Oldies" workout videos.
Judge Mary Marlowe Sommer dismissed the case with prejudice based on the misconduct of police and prosecutors.
CBS 2 Meteorologist David Yeomans has your 10 p.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Tuesday, July 16, 2024.
Jugglers, marionette puppeteers, and mimes were there for the occasion. We have some video from back in 2004.
Meanwhile, Joe Donlon is joined by CBS Chicago Political Analyst Pat Brady for a breakdown of the second day of the convention, including an appearance by onetime Trump challenger Nikki Haley.
Thornton Township Supervisor Tiffany Henyard was accused by board members of keeping certain items off the agenda Tuesday night.
U.S. intelligence recently shared an Iranian plot against former President Trump that was shared with the Secret Service before the rally, but there does not seem to be a connection to the shooting Saturday. Charlie De Mar reports.
For Monday night, 11 individual tornadoes have been confirmed so far.
Severe storms brought heavy rain, high winds, and tornadoes across the Chicago area and Northwest Indiana Monday night.
Officials responded to the home at 8902 W. 141st Lane around 10:20 p.m.
Crews were called to the river to search for the child a little after 3 p.m.
In Chicago's Belmont Cragin neighborhood, a street was blocked by not one but two trees, and people who commute through that area said the damage was from two separate storms.
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.
Williams was the No. 1 overall pick in last April's draft as Odunze was picked No. 9 overall to add to a revamped offense.
Joe "Jellybean" Bryant, a former Philadelphia 76ers and La Salle University basketball great and the father of the late, NBA legend Kobe Bryant, has died. He was 69.
The QB wasted no time showing off his arm as he literally passed his Caleb Cares Hero awards to recipients, or receivers, in the crowd.
The White Sox also drafted Caleb Bonemer, a shortstop out of Okemos High School in Michigan, with the 43rd pick in the second round.
Chicago entered the day as the first team in MLB history with 70 losses before the All-Star break.
Sen. Bob Menendez tried to shift the blame to his wife, Nadine Menendez, but was found guilty on all 16 felony counts for a scheme involving bribery and business favors.
The search for a new police chief is now underway in the Village of Robbins after Scott was relieved of his duties after just 15 months on the job.
Jennifer Lee Wilson, 48, was apprehended Saturday evening in New Buffalo Township, Michigan, according to the Berrien County, Michigan Sheriff's office.
Late Sunday, no one was in custody. Harrison Area detectives are investigating.
Former President Trump was injured in a shooting at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. The FBI has identified the gunman as 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks.