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Chicago mayoral candidates to participate in two more forums Sunday
There's two different forums planned for Sunday where we will hear from the candidates for a second round this weekend.
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There's two different forums planned for Sunday where we will hear from the candidates for a second round this weekend.
The candidates, including Lori Lightfoot, will discuss and debate a variety of topics including women's reproductive rights, racial justice, and health care.
Each driver was treated to a full tank of gas.
Each driver was treated to a full tank of gas.
Safety on the Chicago Transit Authority system is taking a front row in Chicago's mayoral race.
Safety on the Chicago Transit Authority system is taking a front row in Chicago's mayoral race.
Drivers were told they could be waiting in line as long as four to five hours, but it looked like many felt it was well worth the wait.
For the third time, businessman and mayoral candidate Willie Wilson is giving drivers the chance to get free gas at more than a dozen locations.
On Wednesday, millionaire philanthropist Willie Wilson revealed the locations for his third giveaway.
Wilson, who has announced he is running for mayor for a third time, plans to give away $1 million in free gas on Saturday, but has yet to say where.
Mayoral candidate and millionaire philanthropist Willie Wilson is planning a third gas giveaway this weekend. CBS 2 Political Investigator Dana Kozlov reports.
Businessman and philanthropist Willie Wilson has entered the race for mayor, challenging Mayor Lori Lightfoot after endorsing her four years ago. CBS 2's Chris Tye reports.
It's Wilson's third time running for mayor. He also ran in 2015 and 2019, getting about 11% of the vote each time.
Weeks after giving away $1.2 million in free gas in Chicago and the suburbs, businessman and philanthropist Willie Wilson has entered the race for mayor, challenging Mayor Lori Lightfoot after endorsing her four years ago. CBS 2's Chris Tye reports.
Many are pointing out the fact that both Mayor Lightfoot and Willie Wilson may be eyeing the same job.
Many are pointing out the fact that both Mayor Lightfoot and Willie Wilson may be eyeing the same job. CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey reports.
Businessman and former mayoral candidate Willie Wilson is warning of fake giveaway announcements in a recent post on his social media accounts.
Up to 50,000 prepaid $150 gas cards that can be used at any filling station will be given out through a lottery system, starting in May.
After two gas giveaways, businessman Willie Wilson is now pushing local lawmakers to suspend the gas tax.
There was another big turnout at a free gas giveaway in Chicago and many suburbs Thursday morning, a group of airline CEOs wants President Biden to remove the federal mask mandate from planes, North Korea has fired at least on ballistic missile into the scene, and expert witnesses testified Thursday at the Supreme Court confirmation hearing for Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson.
Round two of the big Chicago area gas giveaway begins Thursday morning at 7 a.m. – and with a steep increase in prices lately, many say it is a big help they need during tough times.
Round two of the big Chicago area gas giveaway begins Thursday morning at 7 a.m. – and with a steep increase in prices lately, many say it is a big help they need during tough times. CBS 2's Jermont Terry reports.
On Thursday morning, a polarizing event is set to commence – the giveaway of $1 million in gas. CBS 2's Tara Molina reports.
On Thursday morning, a polarizing event is set to commence – the giveaway of $1 million in gas. CBS 2's Tara Molina reports.
On Thursday morning, a polarizing event is set to commence – the giveaway of $1 million in gas.
A letter sent to the convention rules committee establishes that "no virtual voting will begin before August 1."
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Chicago led 42-21 at the midway point of the second quarter and held the advantage until Megan Gustafson made a 3-pointer from the corner with 8:16 remaining in the fourth to give the Aces their first lead of the game at 72-71.
The National Weather Service on Tuesday was investigating 29 potential tornado tracks. So far, 17 tornadoes have been confirmed.
traffic is now being forced off at Old Orchard Road.
A letter sent to the convention rules committee establishes that "no virtual voting will begin before August 1."
Tiffany Henyard was accused by board members of keeping certain items off the agenda Tuesday night—including an ordinance that board members say would cap spending by the supervisor.
President Biden is considering proposals to reform the Supreme Court, CBS News has learned.
Meanwhile in Milwaukee Tuesday, at a breakfast for the Illinois RNC delegates, CBS News Chicago asked leaders about the somewhat significant divide between Vance and Trump.
Sen. Bob Menendez tried to shift the blame to his wife, Nadine Menendez, but was found guilty on all 16 felony counts for a scheme involving bribery and business favors.
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.
The family asked CBS 2 for help after they found themselves stuck with random stuff and boxes filling their space—and nowhere else left to turn.
The gas hike approved in November was the largest gas utility rate hike in Illinois history.
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.
Shane Butler said he was grateful to be alive, and he owes it all to the safety training he did exactly one year before he accidentally shot himself.
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.
"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.
Shannen Doherty had been battling cancer since 2015.
Richard Simmons devoted his life to making people sweat with his "Sweatin' to the Oldies" workout videos.
Judge Mary Marlowe Sommer dismissed the case with prejudice based on the misconduct of police and prosecutors.
Police officers brought in from Columbus, Ohio to help with security at the Republican National Convention shot and killed a man holding a knife outside the convention center on Tuesday.
Thai police believe one of those victims poisoned the others over a bad investment.
A video taken by a fan shows Gass being asked by Jack Black to "make a wish" to which Gass said "don't miss Trump next time". The comment was made just a day after the assassination attempt in Pennsylvania.
They say it led the secret service to increase security around the former president in recent weeks.
Swimming in the river has been banned for over a century, but since 2015, $1.5 billion has been dedicated to improvements.
The National Weather Service on Tuesday was investigating 29 potential tornado tracks. So far, 17 tornadoes have been confirmed.
traffic is now being forced off at Old Orchard Road.
For Monday night, 11 individual tornadoes have been confirmed so far.
A letter sent to the convention rules committee establishes that "no virtual voting will begin before August 1."
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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.
Chicago led 42-21 at the midway point of the second quarter and held the advantage until Megan Gustafson made a 3-pointer from the corner with 8:16 remaining in the fourth to give the Aces their first lead of the game at 72-71.
Williams was the No. 1 overall pick in last April's draft as Odunze was picked No. 9 overall to add to a revamped offense.
Joe "Jellybean" Bryant, a former Philadelphia 76ers and La Salle University basketball great and the father of the late, NBA legend Kobe Bryant, has died. He was 69.
The QB wasted no time showing off his arm as he literally passed his Caleb Cares Hero awards to recipients, or receivers, in the crowd.
The White Sox also drafted Caleb Bonemer, a shortstop out of Okemos High School in Michigan, with the 43rd pick in the second round.
Sen. Bob Menendez tried to shift the blame to his wife, Nadine Menendez, but was found guilty on all 16 felony counts for a scheme involving bribery and business favors.
The search for a new police chief is now underway in the Village of Robbins after Scott was relieved of his duties after just 15 months on the job.
Jennifer Lee Wilson, 48, was apprehended Saturday evening in New Buffalo Township, Michigan, according to the Berrien County, Michigan Sheriff's office.
Late Sunday, no one was in custody. Harrison Area detectives are investigating.
Former President Trump was injured in a shooting at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. The FBI has identified the gunman as 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks.