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Evanston opts for environmentally-friendly way to keep streets safe during snowfall
Evanston's Public Works Agency mixes fresh water with the salt to create brine, which is used to pretreat the roads in Evanston.
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Evanston's Public Works Agency mixes fresh water with the salt to create brine, which is used to pretreat the roads in Evanston.
Another community preparing for at least 4 inches of snow is Evanston where crews are using something environmentally friendly to treat the roads. CBS 2's Suzanne Le Mignot went to the Evanston Public Works Agency's salt dome where there's about 3,500 tons of salt.
From the bakery counter to the hardware store, consumers dropped some early green to ensure this white Christmas is a smooth one.
Winter snow is coming soon and the city of Chicago says it's ready.
A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for the Chicago area Thursday afternoon until 6 a.m. Friday.
Indiana State Police are warning drivers to stay off of I-65 after Thursday's winter storm caused dangerous driving conditions.
Chicago is under a Winter Weather Advisory Thursday as snow pounded the area.
The city will be removing parking markers all over the city beginning Friday.
The Postal Service is asking Chicago residents to shovel sidewalks and porches to help letter carriers deliver mail safely.
Heavy snowfall Wednesday has left drivers with lingering issues Thursday morning.
Southwest suburban Plainfield got clobbered by the winter storm Wednesday.
The owner said a beam also fell, but no one was hurt.
Morning commuters need to be on alert Wednesday morning as a winter storm brings dangerous driving conditions.
CTA trains and buses are running, but some routes may be delayed as a winter storm moves through Chicago.
A WINTER STORM WARNING is in effect for much of the area – including the city of Chicago and Northwest Indiana.
A WINTER STORM WARNING began Tuesday evening for much of the area – including the city of Chicago and Northwest Indiana.
As the snow begins to slow, one of the hardest-hit places is north suburban Wilmette.
Friday morning commuters are advised to take it slow as heavy lake effect snow causes dangerous driving conditions.
As heavy lake effect snow falls in Chicago, airlines are reporting flight cancellations O'Hare and Midway airports.
A Chicagoan training for the Boston Marathon is not letting the snow stop him from going on an early morning jog.
Some Chicago area schools are closed or starting with a delay as heavy lake effect snow falls.
Over a dozen cars were involved in a crash Sunday morning, according to Illinois State Police.
The snow angels of the West Lawn Neighborhood Watch had their work cut out for them Sunday.
Plows will be busy into the morning Sunday in the southwest suburbs as snow continues to blanket the area.
More than 1,200 ComEd customers were affected by power outages Saturday evening as snow continued to fall with up to 9 inches expected.
"I am not supposed to be here tonight," former President Donald Trump said. "I stand before you in this arena only by the grace of almighty God."
The robber choked the man, hit him in the head with the pliers, and took his cellphone, police said.
The Trunk Scholarship Program is now in its 16th year.
No other injuries were reported, police said.
Luis Motoyl was last seen in the 600 block of South LaSalle Street in Aurora around 6:15 p.m. Thursday, Aurora police said.
"I am not supposed to be here tonight," former President Donald Trump said. "I stand before you in this arena only by the grace of almighty God."
The delegates signaled total comfort and confidence with where things sit four months before the election.
Trump would also lead Harris. Voters say both Biden and Trump encouraged national unity after assassination attempt against Trump.
The idea left some Chicagoans reflecting on how the city removed statues of Christopher Columbus from city parks.
President Biden said, "I feel good," after the White House announced he had tested positive for COVID-19 and was experiencing mild symptoms.
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.
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.
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.
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 businesses that were targeted are located next to each other in the Beverly neighborhood, and were both left blazing hot inside. Jermont Terry reports.
The robber choked the man, hit him in the head with the pliers, and took his cellphone on the Red Line, police said.
As questions swirl on what's next, Darius Johnson dug into a historical context for the situation surrounding President Biden, with the help of several political experts.
Trump accepted the nomination for president for the third time in a row on Thursday, closing out the Republican National Convention with his first speech since he was shot in a failed assassination attempt just days earlier. Joe Donlon reports from Milwaukee.
The Illinois Public Interest Research Group and other organizations are seeking to educate the public about where their money is actually going. Megan Hickey reports.
"I am not supposed to be here tonight," former President Donald Trump said. "I stand before you in this arena only by the grace of almighty God."
Bob Newhart, who starred in the long-running sitcoms "The Bob Newhart Show" and "Newhart," has died at age 94.
Newhart was an Oak Park native and an alumnus of Saint Ignatius College Prep and Loyola University in Chicago.
Mateo was shot in the head in front of his mother and three siblings while riding in the family car in the West Lawn neighborhood.
Sonya Massey was killed after Sangamon County deputies responded to her 911 call about an intruder early on July 6, officials said.
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.
Franklin competed in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and will be suiting up for Team USA a second time this summer in Paris. But earning a bronze medal at the U.S. trials to get there didn't come easy.
Opening Day is set for March 27, when the White Sox will host the Angels at Guaranteed Rate Field.
It will be the second time the Cubs have played a regular season series in Tokyo, after splitting two games with the New York Mets there in 2000.
Pat Williams died from complications related to viral pneumonia.
Brady, a 20-year-old keeper in his second full season with the club, finished with nine saves to earn his fourth clean sheet of the season.
The robber choked the man, hit him in the head with the pliers, and took his cellphone, police said.
No other injuries were reported, police said.
Mateo was shot in the head in front of his mother and three siblings while riding in the family car in the West Lawn neighborhood.
Police said a 27-year-old man got into an argument with another passenger while riding a CTA bus around 10:20 p.m. in the 300 block of North Cicero Avenue.
Sonya Massey was killed after Sangamon County deputies responded to her 911 call about an intruder early on July 6, officials said.