Work 'Never Gets Old' For Wrigley's Head Groundskeeper
"I was born and raised a Cubs fan," Roger Baird says. "I got a dream job and couldn't ask for more."
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"I was born and raised a Cubs fan," Roger Baird says. "I got a dream job and couldn't ask for more."
Families who have lost a diehard Cubs fans are considering them "angels in the outfield."
The new $9 million trail opened to great fanfare just one year ago. But Monday, bicyclists and joggers were met by concrete barricades. CBS 2's Roseanne Tellez reports.
After a series of shootings, a far South Suburban Markham nightclub is closing its doors voluntarily.
It was a tense evening for father Jose Aguilar. CBS 2's Dana Kozlov reports.
Police and Hinsdale South High School parents discussed Thursday more things parents can do to prevent situations, such as Wednesdays, to happen.
A west suburban high school student who made a threat toward another student on social media is facing several weapons charges.
Experts say it all starts with a conversation with your doctor to find out if you're eligible for treatment.
University of Illinois Police believe suspect from weekend shooting to be a man on parole from another gun crime.
Police said Paul Pagan, a convicted gun offender and gang member, has been charged with murder in the death of 54-year-old Peter Fabbri.
Humans can also be affected if their pets get sick, CBS 2's Roseanne Tellez reports.
A charred hole was found Wednesday in the roof of a Southwest Side School, of what looked to be the result of an explosion.
Dry ice will be dumped right in the burrows, where it warms into a gas and suffocates the rats inside.
Evanston says the city's been trying to collect money raised from the sale of yard-waste stickers. CBS 2's Roseanne Tellez reports.
A judge gave Diana Sanchez yet another chance to save her pet pit bull, now in custody after a vicious attack.
Much of Wrigleyville is torn up due to construction, and bar owners are also concerned about safety.
The Riverline project is a massive undertaking. When it's done, new condos will stretch from Roosevelt Road to Harrison Street between the Chicago River and Wells Street.
A City Council committee has signed off on Mayor Rahm Emanuel's plan to raise water and sewer taxes to help shore up the city's largest employee pension fund.
Charges were pending against an 18-year-old man who was taken into custody Tuesday, after he was pulled over while driving a car sought in connection to the armed robbery of off-duty Chicago police officer.
The tickets are piling up for Enterprise, but neighbors say the rental company doesn't seem to care. CBS 2's Roseanne Tellez reports.
Uber charged a rider $573.85 for a ride he never took.
85-year-old Wrigleyville resident puts her foot down on the neighborhood changes, after plans to move a utility pole near her parking lot.
Tyrone Rogers allegedly sexually assaulted a woman who came to the Harvey Municipal Building Friday afternoon to see him to talk about a government issue, the Cook County Sheriff's Department said.
Family of sever-year-old Shaniya Staples gather together Friday at 81st and Essex for a vigil, remembering her once more.
A man who had been questioned by detectives investigating a fire that killed four people in the South Chicago neighborhood has been released without charges.
The robberies occurred on the city's Near West Side between Jan. 1 and 5 in the afternoon and evening.
The idea is to do this before President-elect Donald Trump takes office, paving the way for the addition of the Far South side to move forward.
The teen was arrested on Thursday in the 7500 block of South Carpenter and was charged with five felony counts of armed robbery and one felony count of aggravated vehicle hijacking.
Macy's announced the impending closures Thursday, calling it part of the retailer's plan to "return the company to sustainable, profitable sales growth."
The fire appeared to occurred at a warehouse in the 5700 block of South Kedzie Avenue in Gage Park.
Trump was found guilty in May of 34 felonies in authorizing a scheme in 2017 to falsify records in order to cover up reimbursements for a "hush money" payment.
City attorneys are recommending settlements in lawsuits tied to former CPD Commander Jon Burge, former Sgt. Ronald Watts, and former Det. Reynaldo Guevara - all of whom have been accused of framing dozens of people.
President Biden honored former President Jimmy Carter in a eulogy at his funeral.
Madigan is accused of using his power and influence to arrange for no-show jobs for his allies, and business for his own law firm.
The legislation is named in honor of Karina Gonzalez, who was shot and killed – allegedly by her husband – in July 2023.
Macy's announced the impending closures Thursday, calling it part of the retailer's plan to "return the company to sustainable, profitable sales growth."
Many turned out to take advantage of day-after-Christmas sales that can be hard to pass up.
At Yorktown Center in Lombard, just about everyone who spoke with CBS News Chicago on Monday said the act of going out and physically shopping puts them in the Christmas spirit.
Scammers know many of us are waiting for packages this holiday season.
The National Retail Foundation projected roughly 157 million people across the country would shop last-minute and try to wrap up their shopping lists.
In addition to norovirus, regular winter respiratory illnesses like RSV and flu are spiking, as is COVID-19.
Those with endometriosis, ovarian cysts, uterine fibroids, and female orgasmic disorder are now eligible to be prescribed medical cannabis in Illinois.
Lower immunity to the new GII.17 strain could be leading to more infections.
According to the CDC, at least 66 people have been infected with bird flu since last year. Most have had direct contact with sick birds.
The Louisiana patient was hospitalized with a severe case of bird flu in the first death in the U.S. caused by the H5N1 virus.
Macy's announced the impending closures Thursday, calling it part of the retailer's plan to "return the company to sustainable, profitable sales growth."
There remains a question of where exactly ground will be broken for the stadium.
Chef Bayless also addressed his lack of a relationship with his brother, sports broadcaster Skip Bayless.
John Carruthers and his thin crusts have raised $80,000—a lot of dough for charities around Chicago.
Many turned out to take advantage of day-after-Christmas sales that can be hard to pass up.
As we say ADIEU to 2024, a new study has revealed last year's hardest Wordle puzzles in each U.S. state, including Illinois.
Peter Yarrow was a singer-songwriter and a social activist, but he was best known as one-third of the folk-music group Peter, Paul and Mary.
Here is the full list of winners who took home awards at the 2025 Golden Globe Awards.
Here are the books and characters newly joining the list of works in the public domain in 2025.
Taylor also played two nights at Ravinia this past June.
Tens of thousands have fled their homes as a brush fire in the Pacific Palisades has burned more than 20,400 acres as of Friday. Fire crews are actively working to stop forward progress of the flames, which is currently 8% contained.
Meteorologist Ed Curran has the extended forecast.
Meteorologist Ed Curran has the extended forecast.
It’s a corny, "punderful" evening and a surprise Broadway success. The new musical comedy, “Shucked,” runs through Jan 19. Entertainment reporter Vince Gerasole sat with one of its stars to learn more about its appeal.
The firefighter was taken to Christ Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
The ground stop was issued before 8:30 a.m. due to snow and ice. See the latest on our First Weather Alert day impacts.
Snow ramps up area-wide by the time the Friday morning rush picks up.
The fires have scorched more than 45 square miles of the Los Angeles area—leaving total devastation behind.
In addition to norovirus, regular winter respiratory illnesses like RSV and flu are spiking, as is COVID-19.
Reddins was shot and killed last November while responding to a call of a man with a gun seen leaving a Chase Bank in Oark Park.
Ald. Ray Lopez (15th) said the wooden or plastic traffic barriers currently recommended for permitted street fairs and festivals in Chicago are a security weakness, and that needs to change.
Cook County sheriff deputies served only 25% of protective orders between 2021 and 2023, data show.
"San Antonio has really led the way in using aerial surveillance technology to prevent these activities," said Ald. Brian Hopkins (2nd), who chairs the City Council Public Safety Committee.
Customers said contractors from the company, Orange Elephant Roofing & Solar, seemed simply to disappear into thin air. But that is only the tip of the iceberg.
Survivors, advocates and experts have weighed in on Mayor Brandon Johnson's pledge to create a task force to study the safety of Black women in Chicago.
The White Sox signed Rojas for a $3.5 million, one-year contract that was finalized Wednesday, while infielder Jake Amaya was designated for assignment.
Penn State lost to Notre Dame in heartbreaking fashion on Thursday night.
General manager Ryan Poles said the bears will "cast a wide net." At least 15 names have emerged for potential interviews.
Tre White also had 20 points to help Illinois (12-3, 4-1 Big Ten) win with scoring leader Kasparas Jakucionis sidelined by a bruised forearm.
Arizona Cardinals offensive coordinator Drew Petzking was also reportedly up first for a virtual interview Wednesday.
Reddins was shot and killed last November while responding to a call of a man with a gun seen leaving a Chase Bank in Oak Park.
William Zientek, 46, was indicted last month in the shooting death of Dr. Olga Duchon, of Vernon Hills.
Their identities were not released as they were juveniles at the time of the crime.
The woman who was stabbed was taken to the hospital in critical condition. The other victim was not seriously hurt.
Some of the men now charged were already convicted in a deadly carjacking in Milwaukee.
