Mom Hopes Son's Struggles With Growth Convince Others To Ask Questions
"My son was 5 and my daughter was 3. She was actually 3-and-a-half inches taller than him," Mary Andrews said.
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"My son was 5 and my daughter was 3. She was actually 3-and-a-half inches taller than him," Mary Andrews said.
The public awareness campaign is called "Don't Lie for the Other Guy."
An Illinois tollway worker was killed after being struck by a vehicle Monday afternoon on Interstate 294.
A judge has declined to step in and shield several dozen homeless persons in tents under Lake Shore Drive, who are in the way of road work.
The toddler died of asphyxia and her death is classified as a homicide, the coroner said in a news release issued Friday.
The remains of the an unidentified white man were found about 10:45 p.m. on Sept. 2, in a house in the 2200 block of Nickles Place.
A few thousand people, age 60 and over turned out in Millennium Park for Chicago's Senior Fest.
Owner of a Ravenswood art installation is looking for the suspects who vandalized the piece.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers held a public hearing on Monday at the James R. Thompson Center in Chicago to receive public input on a proposal to stop Asian carp.
After an investigation into time fraud, the Cook County Sheriff's Office wants to fire 11 deputies, two supervisors and suspend 35 officers.
Police are searching for a man who pushed a CTA rider onto the tracks last week at the Washington Blue Line station.
Chicago's annual memorial luncheon for the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum took place Friday hoping to raise millions for the museum.
The federal government has told the airline that, despite certain "failures" that day, it was off the hook, and wouldn't have to pay a fine.
Rush Medical College has become the first medical school in the state of Illinois to do away with traditional lectures.
Democratic contender for Governor JB Pritzker along with several aldermen called the media together on Tuesday to condemn President Trump's order to end DACA.
Speakers at Chicago's Labor Day rally downtown condemned Monday what they believe President Trump will do: end the DACA program.
A few thousand union workers, and those who want to be union workers, demonstrated at a rally in the Loop on Labor Day Monday morning.
Police say the victim was attacked late Thursday in the Back of the Yards neighborhood.
Chicago's 39th annual Jazz Festival kicks off this weekend in Millennium Park.
Two devastating storms have landed on Darrin Rankin's doorstep in 12 years. "Why is God doing this to me? I'm a good man," Rankin said.
The 1 1/2-year-old was just feet away from moving traffic in Oswego when a Good Samaritan stepped in.
A fifth grader in Forest Park, whose family has roots in Texas is collecting money and donations for victims of Harvey.
News that SUE the T-Rex will be disappearing for awhile has some of her Twitter fans wondering: what's happening to her sassy tweets?
Brent Turpin, a special education teacher in Englewood, was arrested Tuesday and faces one count of conspiracy to dispose of a firearm and ammunition to a known felon.
A billy goat that wandered away from his Kane County farm last week is now back with his rightful owners.
Police said weapons were recovered from inside the vehicle.
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.
By mid-morning Thursday, a band of snowfall is expected to rotate around a low-pressure system in Wisconsin into our area.
Devontay Shields, 35, of Danville, was arrested on Saturday at Union Station, as he tried to board an Amtrak train to Miami, according to federal prosecutors.
Thornton Township Trustees Christopher Gonzalez and Carmen Carlisle are going to great lengths to stall movement on Henyard's plans for the township.
Thornton Township Trustees Christopher Gonzalez and Carmen Carlisle are going to great lengths to stall movement on Henyard's plans for the township.
President-elect Donald Trump says former Wisconsin Rep. Sean Duffy is his choice for transportation secretary as he continues to roll out picks for his Cabinet.
The Wall Street Journal named Mayor Johnson the "worst mayor in America" in a weekend editorial.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court is grappling with a case affecting whether the swing state's nonpartisan top elections official can remain in her post despite not being reappointed and confirmed by the state Senate.
Wisconsin Republican U.S. Senate candidate Eric Hovde has conceded defeat in the race narrowly won by Democratic Sen. Tammy Baldwin, saying he will not pursue a recount.
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.
For the first time since 1938, children in Des Moines, Iowa, will go trick-or-treating on Halloween. The city began its unusual custom of opting for Beggar's Night decades ago in hopes of tamping down on hooliganism.
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.
The "Dawson's Creek" alum shared the news on Sunday and said that despite the diagnosis, there is "reason for optimism, and I'm feeling good."
Three patients at the University of Chicago Medicine are in the trial for the treatment.
Some pathogens that contaminate food are even showing up in the U.S. for the first time thanks to climate change.
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.
With the release of part one of her new memoir, Cher talks about her relationship - on stage and off - with Sonny Bono, and why their TV partnership survived beyond their marriage.
"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.
John Krasinski is People magazine's Sexiest Man Alive for 2024. The magazine announced the actor-writer-director as its pick during "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert."
CBS News Chicago meteorologist David Yeomans has the latest 7-day forecast.
Two Thornton Township trustees plan to skip Tuesday night's board meeting amid ongoing issues with embattled Thornton Township Supervisor Tiffany Henyard.
Is your car ready for the cold temperatures? Here are some essential winter car tips
President-elect Donald Trump's transition team is defending his choice of former Congressman Matt Gaetz for attorney General. It comes as CBS News learns new details about testimony given to the House Ethics Committee regarding allegations of sexual misconduct and drug use, which Gaetz has denied.
CBS Travel Editor Peter Greenberg weighs in on the impact Spirit Airlines filing for bankruptcy could have on holiday travel.
On Sunday afternoon, Dr. Olga Duchon, was the featured speaker at a discussion with members of the Ukrainian Medical Association.
Thornton Township Trustees Christopher Gonzalez and Carmen Carlisle are going to great lengths to stall movement on Henyard's plans for the township.
By mid-morning Thursday, a band of snowfall is expected to rotate around a low-pressure system in Wisconsin into our area.
Police said weapons were recovered from inside the vehicle.
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.
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.
"How is this possible that so many things could have gone wrong and allowed for this to happen?" Candice Gatlin said.
City law requires festival producers to reimburse the city for police overtime worked at their events, but records requests show the city is not retroactively charging for it.
Residents' finances are stretched to the max, and they are reaching out to say enough has not been done to finalize repairs and get them back into their homes.
Nikola Vucevic led the Bulls with 29 points and 12 rebounds while Coby White scored 25.
Love died after a long battle with cancer.
Renderings issued Monday showed what the new stadium will look like once the $800 million stadium is finished.
The Dallas Wings will have the No. 1 pick. They will have the chance to draft UConn star Paige Bueckers.
DePaul pulled within six in the opening minutes of the second, but gave up three layups in a row and trailed by double digits for the remainder of the game.
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.
A 64-year-old woman from Chicago's western suburbs is facing hate crime charges and accused of assaulting a Palestinian-American couple in a video that went viral.
Martinez, 26, was shot and killed during a traffic stop near 80th and Ingleside on Nov. 4. CBS News Chicago will cover the procession and the services from outside the chapel.
Barrington police were investigating late Sunday with the Major Crimes Task Force.
Wentworth Area detectives were investigating Friday night.
