Veterans Day: In their own words
CBS 2 wants to highlight some special Chicago-area veterans who explain what Veterans Day means to them.
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CBS 2 wants to highlight some special Chicago-area veterans who explain what Veterans Day means to them.
"Serving my country meant I could do something for others."
"I'd like to honor our veterans by filling in their shoes, specifically my grandpa who was World War II Army and my uncle who was also Vietnam Army."
"We should honor veterans because everyone gave a little of themselves, some gave all."
The city will mark Veteran's Day with a special ceremony happening in front of the American Doughboy statue at Soldier Field Friday morning at 11 a.m.
The city will mark Veteran's Day with a special ceremony happening in front of the American Doughboy statue at Soldier Field Friday morning at 11 a.m.
"I have several service members that lost their lives. So to be here, as a result, and to receive it, I am humbled."
Veterans Day is Friday, and the Illinois State Treasurer's office is on a mission to return 11 Purple Heart medals to their rightful owners.
During her life, Farmer served in the Women's Army Corps before openeing her own beauty salon on the West Side.
A special delivery for some veterans in Chicago Thursday. Volunteers saying "Thank you" with flowers.
They packed up their rucksacks for a four mile trek with their army recruiter, a show of respect for those who've served their country.
As a thank you to veterans -- Congressman Danny Davis, radio host Cliff Kelley, and Chase bank are offering vets hot meals and care packages.
The windy and rainy forecast is already forcing some vets to change their plans for the holiday. Thursday's annual Veterans Day parade in Aurora has been called off due to inclement weather.
"For him to let these little ones know that someone's looking out for them, and is taking care of the United states and everything that it stands for, it would mean so much to him."
"It's really our time as citizens, all of us, to honor the service that they gave us, and the willingness to serve, back when they were young and strong."
In honor of Veteran's Day, CBS 2 is Working For Chicago by providing resources to veterans who are navigating this especially difficult job market.
Just ahead of Veterans Day, south suburban Robbins on Sunday honored hometown military heroes.
Snow blowing through the area Monday morning is set to dump accumulations of up to 6 inches on the ground – right in time for the morning commute.
As Veterans Day is honored around the country, here are the events going on in the Chicago area on Monday.
As the cold hits and the snow begins to fall, warming centers are not open due to Veterans Day.
For Veterans Day on Monday, the Shedd Aquarium is offering a special deal.
Hundreds of runners stepped out in the south suburbs to honor veterans this Memorial Day weekend.
A Veteran's Day surprise brought tears to the eyes of the Fremont School District 79 community.
In talking about her injury and the people who helped her, she said "making sure I don't let them down is what drives me to do everything I can for our Veterans and troops."
The Chicago Wolves, players and staff, will join volunteers to create and pack 100,000 meals, for veterans in need.
All three victims were taken to the University of Chicago Medical Center in fair condition.
Every location CBS News Chicago has visited has had a wait of at least one hour—most times more.
The city's Smart Streets program will use cameras mounted on city vehicles to record drivers who block bike and bus lanes, and mail them warnings and tickets.
The Evanston Snow Shoveling Program is a free program, and no money or goods are exchanged in it.
Police said Daniel Schmidt punched a 74-year-old man in the face after refusing to go to the back of the line at an early voting site in Orland Park.
Every location CBS News Chicago has visited has had a wait of at least one hour—most times more.
Without a federal law ensuring workers can take time off to vote, some states have stepped up with Election Day voting leave laws.
Election Day is Tuesday, which means polling places will open for voters to cast their ballot for federal, state, and local offices.
Seven battleground states, any of which could swing to either the Democrats or Republicans, hold the keys to the 2024 election contest between Trump and Harris.
Election Day is on Tuesday, and if you need to know where to vote in Illinois in the 2024 elections, here's how to find the location of your polling place.
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.
According to the Citizens Utility Board, it will cost another $12.8 billion to complete the project--$5 billion more than previous estimates.
Dozens more lawsuits are expected.
This is part of a massive recall that includes nearly 12 million pounds of ready-to-eat meat and chicken.
The study said the unique difficulty finding a place in suburban Chicago was the result of a number of factors, including the growth of hip suburbs, big businesses relocating to the area, and high occupancy rates and slow construction.
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.
McDonald's says Quarter Pounders will be back on the menu at hundreds of its restaurants after testing ruled out beef patties as the source of an E. coli outbreak.
Work in the labs at the IFSH in southwest suburban Bedford Park is centered around learning more about why some food products make people sick.
According to a statement on the brewery's website, it is closing its doors at its brewpub at 2323 N. Milwaukee Ave. after struggling to rebound following the pandemic.
The South Side warehouse has more than 200 employees, according to the union that represents 75 members.
Dozens more lawsuits are expected.
Experts raised concerns about people in already underserved communities losing easy access to drug stores.
The Indiana Court of Appeals has reinstated a lawsuit filed by the state accusing TikTok of deceiving its users about the video-sharing platform's level of inappropriate content for children and the security of its consumers' personal information.
Quincy Jones, the multi-talented music legend who collaborated with everyone from Michael Jackson to Frank Sinatra, has died at 91, his family announced.
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."
In addition to talking about his work, Bennett will be presenting the award for Best Music Video at the festival.
During six undistinguished seasons in the major leagues, Bob Uecker never played an inning for the Milwaukee Brewers. But during his more than half-century as the team's play-by-play announcer, he has become a mascot for the game.
The lead singer-songwriter for the superstar band Fleetwood Mac who became a superstar solo artist talks about her latest song, "The Lighthouse," that was inspired by her own experience with abortion, and a strong desire to "do something."
At least 11 people were hurt when a series of tornadoes and severe thunderstorms hit the area.
Chicago has launched a pilot program to mail drivers tickets for parking in bus and bicycle lanes downtown.
An Illinois State Police trooper was hit by a car Monday morning while responding to a crash on Interstate 57.
A man has been charged with punching an election judge at a polling place in Orland Park, after refusing to wait in line for early voting on Sunday morning.
Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump were spending the last full day before Election Day campaigning in key battleground states.
Every location CBS News Chicago has visited has had a wait of at least one hour—most times more.
Election Day is on Tuesday, and if you need to know where to vote in Illinois in the 2024 elections, here's how to find the location of your polling place.
Election Day is Tuesday, which means polling places will open for voters to cast their ballot for federal, state, and local offices.
"Jaydin was known for his kind heart, vibrant personality, and the positive impact he had on everyone around him," Argo Community High School principal Brandon Cotter said of the boy who was killed.
All three victims were taken to the University of Chicago Medical Center in fair condition.
The man city records document as the owner of the alley declined several requests for an interview, but could be seen repeatedly driving a forklift through CBS News Chicago's shot.
Investor interest in South Shore has steadily increased with investors buying single family homes and condos.
The accused killer has a decade-long documented history of attacking law enforcement, inmates, and mental health staff. He was even issued a jail ID card alerting staff of his security threat.
Jackson has been waiting for this specific decision since his release from prison two weeks ago
The skull has been identified as Esther Granger, a 17-year-old girl who died in Indiana, in 1866.
Connor Bedard had three assists, Teuvo Teravainen got his first goal in 10 games and the Chicago Blackhawks picked up their second straight win in Southern California, defeating the Anaheim Ducks 4-2 on Sunday night.
Emari Demercado ran 53 yards for a touchdown just before halftime, James Conner added 107 yards on the ground and the surging Arizona Cardinals put together a dominant 29-9 victory over the Chicago Bears on Sunday.
Marsh was an assistant and head of player development in Vegas, and now is set to take over a team with young stars Angel Reese and Kamilla Cardoso.
The Wolves snapped a four-game losing streak in the first of 12 meetings with the IceHogs.
Los Angeles had won three of four.
All three victims were taken to the University of Chicago Medical Center in fair condition.
Police said Daniel Schmidt punched a 74-year-old man in the face after refusing to go to the back of the line at an early voting site in Orland Park.
"Jaydin was known for his kind heart, vibrant personality, and the positive impact he had on everyone around him," Argo Community High School principal Brandon Cotter said of the boy who was killed.
In each of four incidents, the robber claimed to have a gun and handed the store or restaurant employee a handwritten note announcing a robbery.
The victim was shot once in the lower back and was taken to Northwestern Memorial Hospital in fair condition.
