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Dominic Franco is an Army West Point graduate, who became the first player to sign a professional hockey contract with the Rochester Americans upon graduating from a military service academy.
International Holocaust Remembrance Day is this weekend, but a senior living center in Carol Stream is honoring it on Thursday. It's where a holocaust survivor and his veteran friends are paying tribute to him.
A Texas veteran has his service dog to thank for his life. "Mattie Mae" jumped into action after flames raced through his home.
CTA said it needed to fire Jackson to be able to "hire somebody" else to "release some of the burden" on others.
"I really hope and pray that we never have another war like that one."
A horse stable doesn't seem like a typical place for mental health therapy. However, across the country, horses are helping military veterans cope with post-traumatic stress and depression.
With Veterans Day on the horizon, CBS 2's Lauren Victory visited a nursing home for heroes that needs help.
CBS 2 has reported on worker shortages in the healthcare field and issues finding staff for medical facilities across the state.
While 77 years separated a veteran from a student, inside the Roosevelt at Salt Creek Retirement Community in Elmhurst, barriers broke down over breakfast.
Veterans Day came early for a group of vets in Elmhurst. A retirement community decided to honor them with help from a class of high school students. As CBS 2's Noel Brennan showed, it all started with a conversation over breakfast.
It's in its 4th year of helping get veterans the mental health services they need.
"They take and rescue a dog, and the dog helps rescue the veteran. So I mean, what a win-win combination."
Hours ago, Sinise paid tribute to other heroes: Local veterans. And he made history in the process. CBS 2's Andrew Ramos was there.
The group is gearing up for its tenth year of raising money for troops with free barbeque and family fun.
This year marks the 17th year of the Soldier Ride event and in Chicago, it's entirely funded by the local community.
The veterans will start pedaling through the city on Thursday.
"It's a really great time to show up. To really show up for the community."
Only on 2, Sara Machi shows you their efforts in Washington Park.
The flight is scheduled to take place at 8:15 p.m. at Midway Airport.
It's nice to do it. And when you think about what could happen if nobody's guarding it, it's a pretty small thing to ask."
CBS 2's Sara Machi reports on a memorial built in a matter of hours.
Leonard Messineo and Morrie Bishaf met more than seven decades ago, they don't remember the details, exactly. Likely somewhere along the L tracks on the way to college.
Leonard Messineo and Morrie Bishaf met more than seven decades ago, they don't remember the details, exactly. Likely somewhere along the L tracks on the way to college.
About two dozen people made a stop in Chicago on Tuesday for an event called "Carry the Load."
The group started in Minneapolis and will spend the rest of the month walking or biking to Dallas, Texas.
The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Friday's highs will be in the middle 40s, which is seasonable for November.
Cook Cook State's Attorney Kim Foxx sat down with CBS News Chicago to reflect on her legacy after eight years in office.
The lights were dark when CBS News Chicago visited Thursday night—and it was the second time this week.
Craig Smith and Nick Foligno also scored as the 'Hawks stopped a three-game slide.
Cook Cook State's Attorney Kim Foxx sat down with CBS News Chicago to reflect on her legacy after eight years in office.
President-elect Donald Trump announced Gaetz as his nominee to be attorney general last week.
The reopened Pilsen facility is one of three that Mayor Brandon Johnson promised would reopen by the end of the year.
Anthony Finch has filed suit against the village and Mayor Derrick Burgess for wrongful termination. Now, four trustees want to bring Finch back to the village—but this time working as an auditor.
Judicial regulators have filed a complaint against a former Wisconsin Supreme Court justice who spread election conspiracy theories and was hired by Republicans to lead an investigation into President-elect Donald Trump's loss in the 2020 election, accusing him of violating multiple rules of conduct.
So far, despite several requests, the woman has not been able to get a hold of her medical records to send to her new doctors.
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.
Little Penelope Lo Destro's parents were about to start their family when there was a terrible diagnosis.
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
The FDA sent a warning letter flagging "significant violations" of manufacturing regulations for Tom's of Maine toothpaste.
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.
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.
Ravyn Lenae, a rising R&B star from the South Side of Chicago, is among the artists announced Wednesday for the popular California desert music festival.
Speaking to American Theatre in 2018, Vire said he arrived in Chicago as a "lapsed actor," and fell into theatre criticism "through the back door."
"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.
Meteorologist Laura Bannon had the extended forecast.
Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon has your 10 p.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024.
The youngster joined Santa at 900 North Michigan Shops to light the 54-foot-tall tree.
The lights were dark when CBS News Chicago visited Thursday night—and it was the second time this week. As Jermont Terry reports, neighbors in Woodlawn say this has been a problem for months on end.
Set to move on after two terms, Foxx is proud of her personal and professional journey—with no regrets as she plans to step away from public life for a while. She spoke with Dorothy Tucker.
The state's highest court ruled a special prosecutor's decision to re-indict Smollett violated his constitutional rights.
The lights were dark when CBS News Chicago visited Thursday night—and it was the second time this week.
Cook Cook State's Attorney Kim Foxx sat down with CBS News Chicago to reflect on her legacy after eight years in office.
The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Friday's highs will be in the middle 40s, which is seasonable for November.
Cook Cook State's Attorney Kim Foxx sat down with CBS News Chicago to reflect on her legacy after eight years in office.
A judge released Constantin Beldie on electronic monitoring in October, after he allegedly beat and tried to kidnap his estranged wife. He's now accused of killing her weeks later.
So far, despite several requests, the woman has not been able to get a hold of her medical records to send to her new doctors.
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.
Craig Smith and Nick Foligno also scored as the 'Hawks stopped a three-game slide.
The Bears' defense hopes to make life miserable for Minnesota QB Sam Darnold this coming Sunday.
Will Riley led Illinois (3-1) with 18 points and nine rebounds while Kylan Boswell added 17 and Kasparas Jakucionis had 15.
Zach Lavine scored 27 points to lead Chicago. Torrey Craig added 15, while Nikola Vucevic and Coby White had 14 each.
Morgan went 3-0 with a 1.93 ERA in 32 appearances last season for the AL Central champion Guardians.
One man suffered multiple gunshot wounds and was rushed to an area hospital for treatment, police said.
The woman was taken to Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn in critical condition.
Don Archer helped police catch the thief in less than 24 hours.
When the girl woke up, the man fled the scene on a rental bicycle, according to police.
Alicia Robles said didn't initially feel the pain because she was still absorbing the situation—and then seconds later, her skin, she said, was on fire.
