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They were protesting the detention of turkish president erdogan's chief political rival, and the city's mayor. critics denounced the detentions as politically motivated, and part of an ongoing government crackdown on the opposition ... following the defeat of erdogan's party in local elections last year.
Ceremonies were held in several cities across Turkey on Thursday (February 6) to commemorate the victims of an earthquake that killed more than 50,000 people two years ago.
From ways to quickly thaw your turkey to carving. Bill Nolan, the supervisor of Butterball's Turkey Talk-Line, has answers to all your questions.
St. Sabina handed out 1,000 turkeys donated by movie director Spike Lee. Servants for Hope gave away more than 600 turkeys in Englewood.
A terror attack targeting a state-run aerospace company in turkey has left five people dead, and 22 others injured. Turkish officials said the attackers set off explosives, then started shooting with assault weapons.
The renovated call center in Naperville now has a newly designed kitchen, a mural from a Chicago artist, and a wall with a timeline of its 40-plus-year history.
One of the cars' owners was working overnight at Boston Children's Hospital.
The St. John's County Sheriff's officer in Vermont Heights, Florida, had just pulled over a driver when the turkey started making trouble.
Turkish legislators endorsed Sweden's NATO membership Tuesday, months after Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan agreed to the bid following negotiations about Sweden's stance on Kurdish militant groups.
This year is the last for the Ho-Ka Turkey Farms in Waterman, Illinois after 90 years.
They said it's a good idea to set a timer to remind you when to take things out of the oven or fryer.
An American cave researcher, who was trapped 3,000 feet underground in Turkey for 11 days, is sharing his incredible story of survival. Mark Dickey began to suffer from stomach bleeding earlier this month.
Cave expert Mark Dickey was hit with internal bleeding as he helped chart the Morca cave system, leaving him stuck more than 3,200 feet underground.
An urgent rescue operation is underway in Turkey, after an American researcher ended up trapped thousands of feet underground. Mark Dickey, an experienced caver, got stuck after suffering a medical emergency, and on Friday rescuers will start the long and complicated operation to bring him back to the surface.
A healthy caver could climb out of Turkey's Morca cave in about 15 hours, but it could take weeks to get Mark Dickey out after he suffered internal bleeding.
Rescuers from around the world are rushing to save an American scientist who is dealing with a medical emergency, while trapped 3,000 feet into a cave in southern Turkey.
A man suspected in the attack of a 78-year-old man in Norridge last month has fled the states, according to police. A nationwide arrest warrant was issued for 58-year-old Nassar Khoury for his role in the beating of Najadt Bitar behind his home in broad daylight on April 28.
Chicago's hospitality community came together Monday night to raise money for those impacted by earthquakes in Syria and Turkey.
The 45 chefs whipped up some of their signature dishes for the ultimate tasting event Monday night at Avli on the Park.
A benefit at Avli on the Park in Lakeshore East will raise money for World Central Kitchen's relief efforts with 45 Chicago chefs will make a small plate of their restaurant's signature dishes.
It's been one month since devastating earthquakes hit Turkey and Syria, killing more than 50,000 people. Dr. Zaher Sahloul, a Chicago physician who recently spent two weeks in Syria and Turkey helping with medical relief efforts on the ground, said care and relief is still needed.
"Knowing that there is a sudden incident that has happened in the blink of an eye that has taken away human life and has caused suffering, it's very difficult to standby."
He spent weeks in Turkey, helping hundreds of survivors of the earthquake that killed tens of thousands. CBS 2's Shardaa Gray sat down with the doctor about his harrowing trip. CBS 2's Shardaa Gray reports.
The 6.3 magnitude earthquake struck southern Turkey on Monday, near its shared border with northern Syria.
A ShelterBox can provide safe shelter, clean water, cooking supplies, and more for a family for weeks - even months.
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The tornado snapped more trees along its northeasterly path before dissipating in the area of Lake Village and Schneider.
The Lake County Health Department confirmed to the school district that the person is isolated from others and undergoing treatment.
A few days after the shooting, police released surveillance images of four people wanted in connection with it — all under the age of 20.
The college and university leaders pleaded with lawmakers to fight the Trump administration's threats to federal funding — such as grants that help students pay for college.
Here is a breakdown of some high-profile races.
The college and university leaders pleaded with lawmakers to fight the Trump administration's threats to federal funding — such as grants that help students pay for college.
The agreement comes with potential changes to classrooms across the city.
The Supreme Court appears to be leaning toward a Catholic charitable organization pushing back against the state of Wisconsin in the latest religious rights case to come before the court.
Taking the stage in Green Bay wearing a yellow foam cheesehead hat, Elon Musk gave out $1 million checks on Sunday to two Wisconsin voters.
A Mega Millions lottery ticket that contained all the winning numbers — bought along the western edge of the Chicago metro area, in DeKalb County — has made someone in Illinois $344 million richer this week.
CBS News Chicago spent months trying to get a simple answer from Lynwood Mayor Jada Curry about her salary.
In most of Lisle, residents get their water from the village. But in one section, the Oak View subdivision, a private company supplies the water, and residents are furious about the bills.
Mark Aiello's winning bets banked $389,000 — enough for his daughter's future college education. But a moment was about all it lasted, as all his bets were suddenly canceled as if he'd never made them.
This threat was a response to the EU's 50% tariffs on American whiskey, which are set to go into effect next month.
The Lake County Health Department confirmed to the school district that the person is isolated from others and undergoing treatment.
According to the public health department, the cuts affect 22 contracts and over 100 staff positions.
Right now, the industry standards call for AFib patients to take blood thinners for the rest of their lives.
Abortion has been top of mind for many voters casting early ballots in the race for a seat on the Wisconsin Supreme Court.
In research published last month, UChicago scientists created a hydrogel out of husks from the malva nut.
The Supreme Court appears to be leaning toward a Catholic charitable organization pushing back against the state of Wisconsin in the latest religious rights case to come before the court.
Notably in St. Louis, hometown company Anheuser-Busch ended a 30-year partnership. Bud Light is also a top sponsor of Chicago pride events — and there may be a change there too.
Singleton will be the first to tell you her success is not a solo act.
The owners are waiting to see if the federal grants they lost are reinstated.
A total of 30 employees agreed to resign after accepting a buyout from ownership.
Lollapalooza announced the daily lineup for the 2025 festival in Grant Park July 31 through Aug. 3. Tickets are going fast.
Want to catch the 2025 NCAA March Madness tournament? Here's how to stream the college basketball games for free.
The Lollapalooza 2025 lineup is here, featuring Doechii, Sabrina Carpenter, and Olivia Rodrigo among the headliners.
Lollapalooza is an essential part of summer in Chicago, and a new book has created a record of the oral history of one of the city's most defining festivals.
You can't celebrate St. Patrick's Day without a bit of Irish dancing, and Monday you could get some lessons right from the pros.
Political Reporter Chris Tye has a preview of those and other suburban mayoral races.
Teachers will receive at least 4% annual raises if their agreement is approved — which CBS News Chicago is told the Chicago Public Schools offered to start with. As Sabrina Franza reports, there could also be provisions to protect students and teachers from policy changes at the federal level.
While there are no contests in Chicago, Tuesday is Election Day in many suburbs. Political Reporter Chris Tye has a breakdown of some of the high-profile races.
The college and university leaders pleaded with lawmakers to fight the Trump administration’s threats to federal funding — such as grants that help students pay for college. Dorothy Tucker reports.
The Bramsen Tropical Forests includes two indoor habitats and four expansive outdoor habitats for the gorillas, orangutans, and monkeys.
Neighbors created a makeshift memorial for the boys in front of the home.
The two people killed in a deadly mass shooting at a bar in Hammond early Sunday morning have been identified.
Here is a breakdown of some high-profile races.
The storms produced hurricane-force winds and took down trees and power lines in parts of Northwest Indiana.
The tornado snapped more trees along its northeasterly path before dissipating in the area of Lake Village and Schneider.
"If we come together and we do something, we can make this stop, and we can do it together," said Pam Bosley, co-founder of the non-profit group Purpose over Pain.
In most of Lisle, residents get their water from the village. But in one section, the Oak View subdivision, a private company supplies the water, and residents are furious about the bills.
From inside command centers, first responders would be able to deploy a drone as soon as a 911 call is made to provide an eye in the sky before police can get there.
A new report revealed scammers stealing Illinois SNAP funds from EBT cards have made off with nearly $21 million since October 2022.
The new documentation shows how bodies were being handled at the Heights Crematory in south suburban Chicago Heights dating back years.
City and NASCAR officials released their traffic plans for the 2025 Chicago Street Race being held in and around Grand Park on July 5 and 6.
The Chicago Blackhawks got a closer look at two of their top prospects when Oliver Moore and Sam Rinzel each made their NHL debut.
Alexander Kerfoot had a goal and two assists and Karel Vejmelka stopped 27 shots to help the Utah Hockey Club beat the Blackhawks.
White Sox starting pitchers allowed no earned runs in the series against the Angels.
The Cubs' Matthew Boyd gave up four hits and three walks over five scoreless innings while striking out five.
A few days after the shooting, police released surveillance images of four people wanted in connection with it — all under the age of 20.
Chicago police said two groups were in an argument that turned into a fight.
Officers found a 15-year-old boy on the ground with a gunshot graze wound to his leg after hearing gunshots near Columbus Drive and Illinois Street.
"If we come together and we do something, we can make this stop, and we can do it together," said Pam Bosley, co-founder of the non-profit group Purpose over Pain.
Video shows the masked thief exiting the front seat of the van and making his way into the rear, were thousands of dollars' worth of tools were stored.
