Wildfires engulf capital of Quito in Ecuador
The president has deployed the military to assist local firefighters in battling the blaze.
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The president has deployed the military to assist local firefighters in battling the blaze.
The fire is one of 85 major wildfires burning in 11 states.
The park fire has spread to more than 400,000 acres across four counties, and it's still growing.
Ronnie Dean Stout II is charged with arson. If convicted, he faces 25 years to life in prison.
Evacuations are underway for humans and animals as almost a hundred large, active wildfires rage across the country.
One of the three wildfires outside Denver has burned more than 1,300 acres, and firefighters say crews found human remains in a home.
Over 20,000 people are under evacuation orders because of a wildfire. Canadian officials say the largest wildfire recorded in Jasper National Park could keep burning for months.
One person has been arrested for starting the fire on Wednesday.
in the canadian province of alberta alone, officials estimate there are over 170 active fires burning right now, with the worst of them high up in the rocky mountains, and in the suburbs of calgary.
The film follows a group of the world's most elite firefighters as they contain some of the planet's most destructive and fast-moving wildfires. Director, writer, and cinematographer Gabriel Kirkpatrick Mann and producer Phil Donlon discuss more about the documentary.
The South Fork and Salt fires have scorched over 20,000 acres, destroyed about 500 homes, and killed at least two people.
The first day of Summer includes record heat, wildfires, and a tropical storm. There are disaster declarations in more than 50 Texas counties.
CBS News Correspondent Carter Evans reports thick vegetation, dry conditions, and heat all making it harder for fire crews to combat the fires
Residents of the village of Ruidoso in southern New Mexico were ordered to flee their homes Monday without even taking time to grab any belongings due to fast-moving wildfires.
Dozens of wildfires are burning, and some are threatening homes. The fires have burned tens of thousands of acres and thousands of people are being forced to evacuate.
Alberta officials say the fire in the Fort McMurray Forest area is burning out of control. While crews in the northwest territories say they're fighting six active wildfires
The Smokehouse Creek Fire is the largest recorded in Texas history.
There are several fires, and the biggest has grown to more than 1,300 square miles.
It's the middle of the winter, but there are still 149 wildfires burning across Canada, including 2 deemed out of control.
The toll was almost sure to keep rising. Chile's president and a governor said they think some of the blazes could have been started on purpose.
Officials say new DNA tests have helped the Department of Defense identify at least 74 of the victims. Investigation into the fires is ongoing.
People in Hawaii are gathering for a daylong vigil to find emotional and spiritual healing after the deadly wildfires in Maui last month.
Officials in Maui are asking family members of the missing for DNA samples to help identify victims. More than 1,000 people are still unaccounted for.
President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden were set to land in Maui on Monday to get a firsthand look at the massive destruction caused by wildfires. At least 114 people have been confirmed dead.
Hawaii Governor Josh Green promises the historic town of Lahaina, will rise from the ashes following the devastating wildfires that killed 114 people.
More than half a million dollars has poured in during the week leading up to Election Day on Nov. 4.
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.
More than half a million dollars has poured in during the week leading up to Election Day on Nov. 4.
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.
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."
Former CBS News Chicago Political reporter Derrick Blakley joins Jim Williams and Marie Saavedra to discuss a new poll placing Vice President Kamala Harris ahead in Iowa, the Cook County State’s Attorney’s race, and other issues in the 2024 election.
CBS News Chicago has a new, high-tech way to help cover the unfolding political drama on election night 2024.
Tara Molina has been following everything from the attack ads to the money for a school board race.
The north suburb will be offering its seniors and people with disabilities help with snow shoveling, as it has in past years.
It's the final day before the 2024 presidential election, and it's shaping up to be an extremely close race. What do the two candidates need to do as they make their final push for votes? Former Chicago Ald. Leslie Hairston and former Illinois State Comptroller Leslie Munger weighed in.
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.
More than half a million dollars has poured in during the week leading up to Election Day on Nov. 4.
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.
