Contractor dies after suffering 'injury' on NASCAR Street Race route
Neither police nor NASCAR specified the nature of the worker's injury or medical emergency.
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Neither police nor NASCAR specified the nature of the worker's injury or medical emergency.
There are so many unknowns for the 37 drivers making history in the Grant Park 220, taking on a course that's truly a first-of-its-kind.
The drivers are getting set for the NASCAR Chicago Street Race. On a normal NASCAR weekend, they'd practice on Friday, but that won't happen until Saturday along with qualifying for Sunday's Cup race and there's also an Xfinity race on Saturday.
The Chicago Police Department is short around 1,500 officers right now, and concerns about officer burnout and staffing levels remain as the 4th of July weekend has typically been associated with increased gun violence.
CBS 2's Noel Brennan was in Grant Park with excited fans as they stopped by to pick up their tickets.
Since the pandemic, overtime is being used more so to plug staffing shortages as officers retired and resigned in record numbers in Chicago and across the country. CBS 2's Tara Molina reports.
History will be made in Chicago this weekend as NASCAR takes over some of the city's busiest streets. CBS 2's Noel Brennan was in Grant Park with excited fans as they stopped by to pick up their tickets.
Workers were still putting some of the finishing touches ahead of the main event starting Saturday.
Race weekend is here! The city is just hours away from hosting Chicago's first-ever NASCAR Street Race. CBS 2's Sara Machi was out at the course to see how things were shaping up and to take us inside the track setup.
Police said the 53-year-old worker suffered an injury, but details were not immediately available. CBS 2's Marybel Gonzalez reports.
Bub City, a Lettuce Entertain You restaurant, is providing chopped brisket sandwiches and pulled pork sandwiches for the event.
This weekend's NASCAR Chicago Street Race is more than just a race; it's a major weekend event full of performances, activities, and of course food. So for Foodie Friday, digital journalist Jamaica Ponder hits the track to find out what you can eat.
When is NASCAR in Chicago? The first-ever NASCAR street race will take place on July 1 at 10 a.m. and July 2 at 4:30 p.m. in Grant Park.
Racers may experience some wet roads as there are chances of rain and thunderstorms.
Patients got to decorate his car and sign their names.
Patients got to decorate his car and sign their names. For kids who couldn't come outside, he stopped by their rooms and even took on a few patients in Mario Kart
Two days before race weekend, there was still traffic on the track where just hours later, only racecars will be seen.
The city streets around Grant Park are about to turn into a racetrack. The countdown is on for the NASCAR Chicago Street Race.
The city streets around Grant Park are about to turn into a racetrack. The countdown is on for the NASCAR Chicago Street Race.
When is the last time, if ever, you've seen DuSable Lake Shore Drive look like this? Chopper 2 was up on Thursday to see the road closures ahead of NASCAR's Chicago Street Race.
Wallace is one of two Black drivers ever to win the NASCAR Cup series. So with this being Chicago’s first time hosting the race, Wallace made it a point to have a free event on the South Side. CBS 2's Jermont Terry reports.
With this being Chicago's first time hosting a street race, Wallace made it a point to have a free event on the South Side.
"It's gonna be crazy, to be honest."
Southbound DuSable Lake Shore Drive along Grant Park will close Wednesday night at 8:00. CBS 2's Sara Machi is there to bring you up to speed.
City leaders said, for months, they have worked on several exercises and workshops to handle additional crowds and street closures in and around Grant Park.
Cook Cook State's Attorney Kim Foxx sat down with CBS News Chicago to reflect on her legacy after eight years in office.
The lights were dark when CBS News Chicago visited Thursday night—and it was the second time this week.
Craig Smith and Nick Foligno also scored as the 'Hawks stopped a three-game slide.
Organizer Covenant House Illinois offers young adults experiencing homelessness a path to independence by providing needed resources.
One man suffered multiple gunshot wounds and was rushed to an area hospital for treatment, police said.
Cook Cook State's Attorney Kim Foxx sat down with CBS News Chicago to reflect on her legacy after eight years in office.
President-elect Donald Trump announced Gaetz as his nominee to be attorney general last week.
The reopened Pilsen facility is one of three that Mayor Brandon Johnson promised would reopen by the end of the year.
Anthony Finch has filed suit against the village and Mayor Derrick Burgess for wrongful termination. Now, four trustees want to bring Finch back to the village—but this time working as an auditor.
Judicial regulators have filed a complaint against a former Wisconsin Supreme Court justice who spread election conspiracy theories and was hired by Republicans to lead an investigation into President-elect Donald Trump's loss in the 2020 election, accusing him of violating multiple rules of conduct.
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.
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.
An attorney representing a conservative prosecutor struggled Monday to convince Wisconsin's liberal-leaning Supreme Court to reactivate the state's 175-year-old abortion ban.
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.
Foxtrot will be pouring free drip coffee between 6 a.m. and 10 a.m. at the Fulton Market location to celebrate the reopening.
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.
The IBA also gave out the Silver Dome Awards at its luncheon Wednesday.
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.
Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon has your 10 p.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024.
The youngster joined Santa at 900 North Michigan Shops to light the 54-foot-tall tree.
The lights were dark when CBS News Chicago visited Thursday night—and it was the second time this week. As Jermont Terry reports, neighbors in Woodlawn say this has been a problem for months on end.
Set to move on after two terms, Foxx is proud of her personal and professional journey—with no regrets as she plans to step away from public life for a while. She spoke with Dorothy Tucker.
Covenant House Illinois offers young adults experiencing homelessness a path to independence by providing needed resources. Darius Johnson reports.
The state's highest court ruled a special prosecutor's decision to re-indict Smollett violated his constitutional rights.
The lights were dark when CBS News Chicago visited Thursday night—and it was the second time this week.
Cook Cook State's Attorney Kim Foxx sat down with CBS News Chicago to reflect on her legacy after eight years in office.
Craig Smith and Nick Foligno also scored as the 'Hawks stopped a three-game slide.
Organizer Covenant House Illinois offers young adults experiencing homelessness a path to independence by providing needed resources.
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.
The police department has spent $22.6 million in overtime this year for officers working special events — only about $2 million of which has been reimbursed to the city.
Indiana is ranked among the states with the weakest gun safety laws, in part because it does not have a law that requires safely storing firearms.
Craig Smith and Nick Foligno also scored as the 'Hawks stopped a three-game slide.
The Bears' defense hopes to make life miserable for Minnesota QB Sam Darnold this coming Sunday.
Will Riley led Illinois (3-1) with 18 points and nine rebounds while Kylan Boswell added 17 and Kasparas Jakucionis had 15.
Zach Lavine scored 27 points to lead Chicago. Torrey Craig added 15, while Nikola Vucevic and Coby White had 14 each.
Morgan went 3-0 with a 1.93 ERA in 32 appearances last season for the AL Central champion Guardians.
One man suffered multiple gunshot wounds and was rushed to an area hospital for treatment, police said.
The woman was taken to Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn in critical condition.
Don Archer helped police catch the thief in less than 24 hours.
When the girl woke up, the man fled the scene on a rental bicycle, according to police.
Alicia Robles said didn't initially feel the pain because she was still absorbing the situation—and then seconds later, her skin, she said, was on fire.
