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Security Tightens In Chicago
CBS 2's Suzanne Le Mignot talks with train passengers about enhanced security at stations as the Sept. 11 anniversary nears.
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CBS 2's Suzanne Le Mignot talks with train passengers about enhanced security at stations as the Sept. 11 anniversary nears.
The family of a Chicago woman who was struck and killed on the Eisenhower Expressway last week has filed a lawsuit against Illinois State Police, who dropped the woman off at a gas station a couple hours after she was arrested for drunk driving.
Experts and former athletes are joining forces to provide area student athletes with protection from concussions in sports. CBS 2's Suzanne Le Mignot reports on an effort to educate coaches in Chicago Public Schools.
As many as 2 million people were expected to take in the Chicago Air & Water Show on Saturday and Sunday and that means a big job for Chicago police.
A newborn baby was fighting for his life Wednesday afternoon, after his mother was shot and killed on the city's Southwest Side.
Three Illinois hospitals have been told they'll have to start paying property taxes, but the hospitals warn the move will affect everyone's health care.
Julius Claybron was always empowered with the vision of what he wanted in his future. He spent his life growing up in Chicago public housing. Now, as CBS 2's Suzanne Le Mignot reports, he's heading to prestigious Cornell University.
The search continued Tuesday for a gunman who shot a man at the State Street Bridge during the afternoon rush on Monday. CBS 2's Suzanne Le Mignot spoke with the 29-year-old man's wife on Tuesday. She said her husband was resting and trying to recover.
Chicago police were stepping up patrols along the lakefront this weekend to handle the large crowds expected at the city's beaches and for the Lollapalooza music festival.
With a summer heat wave upon us, beaches are already packed and the popular Air & Water Show is just around the corner. So why aren't police officers going to be patrolling the lakefront on ATVs?
The storms Wednesday night and Thursday morning couldn't have come at a worse time for residents of the northern suburbs.
It's hard to imagine, but some children are going to school without air conditioning during this heat wave. Parents with children in summer school at William Penn Elementary School were gathering Thursday morning to speak out against what they're calling "unbearable conditions" in the classrooms.
She lost her life over an iPhone at a CTA train stop. CBS 2's Suzanne Le Mignot has exclusive new details about what led police to Sally Katona-King's possible killer, a teenager who is being questioned in the case.
Chicago officials warn residents to take the heat and humidity seriously over the weekend, as temperatures hit the 90s and above.
This week's major storm has been a nightmare for residents, with thousands of homeowners going more than 48 hours without power. But imagine owning a restaurant and having no power for more than two days. Imagine the mess and the smell of all the spoiling food.
Rubin Robinson was walking with some friends last weekend when an insult ignited a brawl that left him stabbed multiple times. He talked with CBS 2's Suzanne Le Mignot.
Claire Blumenthal and Bernard Miller tied the knot in Glencoe on Thursday after knowing each other since the 1940s.
Hundreds of Lakeview residents turned out for a CAPS meeting Wednesday night, days after a brutal attack on the Boystown strip of North Halsted Street, which left a man stabbed.
Residents of Lakeview and Boystown have been expressing concerns with what they say is an uptick in violence in the area, but Chicago police said Tuesday night that a weekend attack and stabbing on Halsted Street was an isolated incident.
Chicago police moved fast Saturday after a father told an officer that a suspect tried to run off with his 2-year-old son.
The Chicago Police Department is keeping many members of its force on the clock this weekend, even if they had sought to take time off, to help keep popular spots safe. CBS 2's Suzanne Le Mignot reports.
The family of a disabled Iraqi War veteran will be getting the keys to a new home Tuesday, built in west suburban Hillside for them free-of-charge.
One suburban couple describes how a man claiming to be a new neighbor coaxed them from their house while someone cleaned out their valuables. CBS 2's Suzanne Le Mignot reports.
Every time you get behind the wheel, you could be at risk for skin cancer. CBS 2's Suzanne Le Mignot reports.
Four people emerged safe Saturday evening after the small airplane they were on crash-landed in a field in southwest suburban Bedford Park.
They said he urged her to take a bus to Chicago earlier this month, where he picked her up and took her to his Libertyville home, which he shares with his mother, and sexually abused her.
The US Secret Service has released updated maps showing the security perimeter for the Democratic National Convention, and it appears that no one from the outside can walk in the red zones.
Edwin Ortiz wants to become the 45th person to have his conviction, tied to Guevara, to be overturned in court.
The 82-year-old has been missing since last week, and she was last seen at her Skokie condo building.
The team is allowing Owens to skip part of Training Camp and their first preseason game so he can go to Paris to cheer on his wife.
The 500-acre site would become home to the world's first commercially useful quantum computer.
"I will say that I have said directly to the vice president that I'm going to do everything and anything that is necessary to make sure that we beat Donald Trump and JD Vance," Pritzker said.
The Chicago Teachers Union opposed the budget plan, warning of the impact of spending cuts imposed to eliminate a $500 million deficit.
More than 50 Democratic lawmakers boycotted the speech—including U.S. Reps. Jan Schakowsky and Delia Ramirez, and Sen. Dick Durbin (D-Illinois).
President Biden said it's been the privilege of his life to serve the country for over 50 years.
Experts say insurance companies are paying close attention, and the average person should be doing so too.
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.
A warning of a Listeria monocytogenes outbreak affecting 12 states, including Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York, was issued by the CDC Friday afternoon linking infections to sliced meat at deli counters.
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.
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.
Andrew Ramos reports with guns drawn, heavily armed officers heavily armed were on the scene as federal marshals stormed a home in Libertyville and rescued a 15-year-old girl.
It's rare that an NFL player is not only less famous than his spouse but also not even the better athlete. That's the case for new Bears safety Jonathan Owens, who is getting set to watch his wife, gymnastics superstar Simone Biles, in the Summer Olympics.
Big changes are coming to Southwest Airlines. The Dallas-based airline announced Thursday it is putting an end to its open seating policy, will begin offering premium seating and is introducing redeye flight options.
A man falsely accused of a 1988 murder is seeking to have his conviction, tied to disgraced Chicago police Det. Reynaldo Guevara, overturned, which would be the 45th such reversal.
Chicago Police Supt. Larry Snelling said police will assess and "move with the flow of intelligence" to maintain safety during the convention next month. Megan Hickey reports.
"We will do what is absolutely necessary to keep the city safe," Chicago Police Supt. Larry Snelling said.
"I will say that I have said directly to the vice president that I'm going to do everything and anything that is necessary to make sure that we beat Donald Trump and JD Vance," Pritzker said.
The 500-acre site would become home to the world's first commercially useful quantum computer.
They said he urged her to take a bus to Chicago earlier this month, where he picked her up and took her to his Libertyville home, which he shares with his mother, and sexually abused her.
The US Secret Service has released updated maps showing the security perimeter for the Democratic National Convention, and it appears that no one from the outside can walk in the red zones.
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.
The team is allowing Owens to skip part of Training Camp and their first preseason game so he can go to Paris to cheer on his wife.
The Chicago Union recently moved their home games to Evanston, which has helped grow attendance significantly.
Max Scherzer had a season-high nine strikeouts to take over 10th place on MLB's career list with the most among active pitchers.
The Chicago Sky currently share a practice facility with the public at Sachs Recreation Center in Deerfield.
The White Sox (27-77) lost their 10th game in a row to fall 50 games under .500 for the first time since finishing 56-106 in 1970.
Edwin Ortiz wants to become the 45th person to have his conviction, tied to Guevara, to be overturned in court.
Four businesses were hit in one night.
The burglary was reported and items were taken from Cook County State's Attorney's Office located at the Leighton Criminal Courthouse in Chicago.
The Davey Tree Expert Company said the victim was one of its employees who was on a jobsite at the time.
The Cook County State's Attorney's office reviewed the case, and decide not to charge the gunman.