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This week brought the first significant winter storm of the season. Snow fell steadily in the western suburbs and wouldn't let up for hours. CBS 2's Sara Machi went to Aurora to see how folks there were handling the weather.
As Chicago prepares for its first winter storm of the season, hundreds of migrants will wait out the storm inside Chicago Transit Authority buses downtown. CBS 2's Sabrina Franza had story on the city's latest challenge amid the ongoing migrant crisis.
As Chicago prepares for its first winter storm of the season, hundreds of migrants will wait out the storm inside Chicago Transit Authority buses downtown. CBS 2's Sabrina Franza had story on the city's latest challenge amid the ongoing migrant crisis.
Along the eastern seaboard, winter arrived with force on Saturday. A storm dumped snow, returning with all the misery and joy it brings.
For New Year's Eve, freezing drizzle mixed with light snow this morning, changing to snow showers.
The winter session runs from January 8 to March 24.
Prepping for winter here takes a comprehensive plan, and that’s exactly what the city is putting together. As CBS 2’s Tara Molina reports, we aren’t just talking about clearing roads and keeping people warm.
Throughout the day this Halloween 2023, the Chicago area was repeatedly socked with squalls of snow.
Adapting to the change in weather is the latest obstacle for migrants and the volunteer groups on the ground assisting in the crisis.
Adding to the problem is that many of them hail from countries like Venezuela or Colombia, where it's warm year-round.
Those who received the vaccines also took home plenty of winter essentials and had their feet measured to receive new boots, courtesy of the charity ShoeHeals.
Average winter temperatures across most of the country are on the rise, putting water resources at risk and threatening cold weather culture in the era of climate change.
It's been a strange winter; record snow in Buffalo, ice in Texas, a parade of atmospheric river storms in California. In parts of the Northeast and New England, January was one of the warmest months ever, followed by an historic cold snap in February. Winter weather is becoming more erratic, and scientists say it's because winter – overall – is getting warmer. CBS's David Schechter is about to show us how winter whiplash impacts all of us.
McHenry County was expected to receive some of the highest forecasted precipitation in the Chicago area on Thursday. CBS 2's Sara Machi went out there and saw Illinois Department of Transportation, Woodstock and McHenry County plows out all day.
Crews said they expected the snow earlier but a lot of people likely left for work with clear roads on Thursday.
McHenry County was expected to receive some of the highest forecasted precipitation in the Chicago area on Thursday. CBS 2's Sara Machi went out there and saw Illinois Department of Transportation, Woodstock and McHenry County plows out all day.
McHenry County was expected to receive some of the highest forecasted precipitation in the Chicago area on Thursday. CBS 2's Sara Machi went out there and saw Illinois Department of Transportation, Woodstock and McHenry County plows out all day.
He was taken to Illinois Masonic Hospital in critical condition.
Downers Grove police responded to a disturbance call at Panera Bread in the 7000 block of Lemont Road.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court is grappling with a case affecting whether the swing state's nonpartisan top elections official can remain in her post despite not being reappointed and confirmed by the state Senate.
Wisconsin Republican U.S. Senate candidate Eric Hovde has conceded defeat in the race narrowly won by Democratic Sen. Tammy Baldwin, saying he will not pursue a recount.
The second round of rain arriving overnight tonight.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court is grappling with a case affecting whether the swing state's nonpartisan top elections official can remain in her post despite not being reappointed and confirmed by the state Senate.
Wisconsin Republican U.S. Senate candidate Eric Hovde has conceded defeat in the race narrowly won by Democratic Sen. Tammy Baldwin, saying he will not pursue a recount.
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.
Snelling laid out the challenges the department is facing—and how, following the imposition of a consent decree, it can help to create a culture change to form a top police department in the country.
Martinez's funeral is set for Monday of next week. In a statement, the Mayor's office said Mayor Johnson plans to attend the funeral alongside Supt. Larry Snelling.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
With the release of part one of her new memoir, Cher talks about her relationship - on stage and off - with Sonny Bono, and why their TV partnership survived beyond their marriage.
"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.
John Krasinski is People magazine's Sexiest Man Alive for 2024. The magazine announced the actor-writer-director as its pick during "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert."
Martinez’s brother and fellow officer, Adrian Martinez Garcia, said their mother would push them to become doctors and lawyers, but they both wanted to be Chicago police officers.
Officers Francisco Nunez and Abdullah Martinez Jr. recall their times with Martinez in the academy and while on the force during his funeral service.
Chicago Police Superintendent Larry Snelling addressed fallen Chicago police officer Enrique Martinez's family at a funeral service on Monday.
Martinez was also described as being full of life, cheerful, and had a contagious laugh.
Dr. Carrie Steiner, clinical psychologist and former Chicago Police officer, joined CBS News Chicago as the city honors fallen Chicago Police Officer Enrique Martinez.
Martinez, 26, was shot and killed during a traffic stop near 80th and Ingleside on Nov. 4. CBS News Chicago will cover the procession and the services from outside the chapel.
"I just never thought to ask, do you have a gun? Is it locked up?" Kandice Cole said.
He was taken to Illinois Masonic Hospital in critical condition.
Downers Grove police responded to a disturbance call at Panera Bread in the 7000 block of Lemont Road.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court is grappling with a case affecting whether the swing state's nonpartisan top elections official can remain in her post despite not being reappointed and confirmed by the state Senate.
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.
"How is this possible that so many things could have gone wrong and allowed for this to happen?" Candice Gatlin said.
City law requires festival producers to reimburse the city for police overtime worked at their events, but records requests show the city is not retroactively charging for it.
Residents' finances are stretched to the max, and they are reaching out to say enough has not been done to finalize repairs and get them back into their homes.
Caitlin Tracey's family did not want her husband to have her remains because of a history of domestic violence allegations.
The Dallas Wings will have the No. 1 pick. They will have the chance to draft UConn star Paige Bueckers.
DePaul pulled within six in the opening minutes of the second, but gave up three layups in a row and trailed by double digits for the remainder of the game.
Zach LaVine led the Bulls with 15 points, and Talen Horton-Tucker scored 12 off the bench as the Bulls dropped their second straight and third in four.
The Wolves also ended a three-game losing streak.
The current Colorado Rockies third baseman hired a company to move his $300,000 car from his residence in Colorado to his off-season home in Las Vegas—but the car never made it there.
Martinez, 26, was shot and killed during a traffic stop near 80th and Ingleside on Nov. 4. CBS News Chicago will cover the procession and the services from outside the chapel.
Barrington police were investigating late Sunday with the Major Crimes Task Force.
Wentworth Area detectives were investigating Friday night.
The threat involved Fremont Middle School in unincorporated Mundelein.
One burglary suspect tried to run away after the crash, but was arrested at the scene.
