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Clarence Thomas discloses trips with GOP donor as justices file new reports Justice Clarence Thomas has formally disclosed two trips​ he took with Republican megadonor Harlan Crow in 2019. updated 54M ago
Hunter Biden's daughter, Naomi Biden, testifies at his gun trial Over the weekend or on Monday, the defense will reveal whether Hunter Biden will take the stand. updated 56M ago
U.S. schools in disrepair desperate for infrastructure money Congress passed over $1 trillion for infrastructure in 2021, but many aging schools are still waiting for funding. Jun 6
CPD, pro-Palestinian group seek deal on planned DNC protest routes Chicago police said they're looking to keep the peace by keeping the demonstrators at a safe distance from the convention site at the United Center. 11H ago
Woman injured by fallen rusted Chicago light pole to get $1.25 million settlement Isabella Keating was sitting in her Jeep at a stop light in Streeterville on Feb. 25, 2020, when a rusted light pole came crashing down on her windshield, causing her a serious concussion. Jun 6
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Mariano's overcharges customers for Chicago's Checkout Bag Tax A shopper discovered 10-cent bag fee instead of a 7-cent tax on a recent receipt from Mariano's. Jun 5
Aldi recalls cream cheese spread sold in 28 states for possible salmonella contamination A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains. May 15
How is Illinois protecting consumers from solar energy scammers? Questions remain With more and more such companies popping up, and salespeople showing up on doorsteps, who is making sure they're legitimate? May 14
Elk Grove Village man says he got scammed by solar panel contractor It also happens that the contractor was on a list specifically provided by the state. May 13
Chicago City Council committee discusses solutions to rogue towing company crisis Alderpeople are looking to try to stop rogue towers from making thousands off drivers who thought they were signing their car away to someone they could trust. May 7
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New COVID variant KP.3 climbs to 25%, now largest in CDC estimates The strain is "very, very similar" to the JN.1 variant from earlier this year. 7H ago
Good Earth recalls 1.2 million lights after multiple fires and 1 death One person died and another was treated for smoke inhalation in one of seven fires caused by product overheating. 12H ago
Chicago public health officials declare end to measles outbreak Chicago had a total of 64 confirmed measles in April and March, but has had no new measles cases in two full incubation periods for the disease – or 42 days. May 30
UIC doctor develops app to detect mental illness just by using a smartphone "I asked myself if we can have a fitness tracker for the human body, why can't we have one for the human brain," said Dr. Alex Leow. May 29
Abortion providers in Indiana seek broader exemptions, no hospital-only requirement Planned Parenthood and other abortion providers are asking for a preliminary injunction expanding the medical exemptions and blocking the hospital-only requirement. May 29
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Airbnb host says he was "victimized" by company after unfounded allegation Instead of a chance to prove himself, he got another email saying his account had been removed and that he wouldn't be able to book reservations. 12H ago
Foxtrot to reopen some locations after abrupt closures Chicago-based Foxtrot has announced plans to reopen a number of locations following the grocery chain's abrupt closures earlier this spring. Jun 5
Springfield, Illinois Chuck E. Cheese location to retain animatronic band Earlier this month, Chuck E. Cheese President and Chief Executive Officer David McKillips told CBS News​ the company needed to keep up with the times and the interests of today's kids. May 31
Unions argue for overturning Wisconsin law that ended nearly all collective bargaining A law that drew massive protests and made Wisconsin the center of a national fight over union rights has returned to court, facing a new challenge from teachers and public workers brought after the state's Supreme Court flipped to liberal control. May 29
Grease fire at North Riverside mall forces closure of food court No one was hurt but the fire burned a charred area on the outside of the mall. May 23
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Summer music heats up 2024 Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographer Ed Spinelli. 4H ago 12 photos
Dolly Parton developing Broadway musical based on her life story Parton said the show will have "many original songs" and all the fan favorites are included in the score. Jun 6
When is the Chicago Blues Festival? What you need to know The Chicago Blues Festival, which will run from June 6 to June 9 at Millennium Park, will feature a performance by the legendary Buddy Guy. Jun 6
Main auditorium of Music Box Theatre to close for upgrades this summer The main 740-seat auditorium will be closed from Monday, Aug. 12, until Wednesday, Sept. 4. Jun 4
Bulls, Blackhawks and White Sox games will soon air on new network The Chicago Sports Network, or CHSN, will launch in October with Blackhawks and Bulls preseason games, the teams announced. Jun 3
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Latest Videos Possible showers, then a lovely Sunday in Chicago this weekend CBS 2 Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon has the 6 p.m. forecast for June 7, 2024. 11M ago 01:58
107 years young and still going strong! It was a birthday party for 107-year-old Francisca Morales. She was born in Puerto Rico and moved to chicago 50 years ago. 34M ago 02:07
Man accused of killing his 2 brothers, burning Highland Park, Illinois house Jeffrey Austwick was arrested in St. Louis in the murders of his brothers, Marc and John, in Chicago's north suburbs. 38M ago 03:06
80 years after he was shot down, a pilot returns to his home in the Chicago area After 80 years, U.S. Army Air Force pilot Lieutenant Robert Porter returned home to the Chicago area and received a hero's welcome. His remains were escorted by police vehicles and motorcycles from several patriotic groups. 51M ago 00:29
Chicago Police overtime hours hit record last year, trend is continuing There are also additional needs this year, with months of massive events on the schedule that notably includes the Democratic National Convention in August. CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey reports. 1H ago 03:18
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1 person arrested in murder of 2 brothers found outside Highland Park house fire The Lake County Coroner's Office identified the brothers as Marc Austwick, 63, of Lake Forest, and John Austwick, 60, of Mundelein. 1H ago
Alleged gang members accused of killing Illinois National Guard soldier Chrys Carvajal Gary "Gotti" Roberson and Joseph "Troubles" Matos are accused of killing Chrys Carvajal to maintain and increase their position in the Milwaukee Kings street gang. 3H ago
Chicago woman celebrates her 107th birthday CBS 2 photojournalist Jeff Renfroe takes us to the Hispanic Housing Development Corporation to meet the woman many know as "Paquita." updated 26M ago
80 years after he died, a pilot returns to his home in the Chicago area His remains were escorted by police vehicles and motorcycles from several patriotic groups. updated 23M ago
Chicago Police set record for overtime in 2023, and trend is continuing this year There are also additional needs this year with months of massive events on the schedule, notably including the Democratic National Convention​ in August. 1H ago
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Chicago Police set record for overtime in 2023, and trend is continuing this year There are also additional needs this year with months of massive events on the schedule, notably including the Democratic National Convention​ in August. 1H ago
CPD body camera footage shows moments before deadly chase, crash At the time of the crash, the city had a strict police policy about when an officer can chase a fleeing vehicle. Jun 5
Mariano's overcharges customers for Chicago's Checkout Bag Tax A shopper discovered 10-cent bag fee instead of a 7-cent tax on a recent receipt from Mariano's. Jun 5
DCFS stops sending kids to Aunt Martha's after abuse allegations One man who worked at Aunt Martha's through a third-party security firm was charged with aggravated criminal sexual abuse against a 14-year-old girl. Jun 5
Illinois law would limit damages companies pay for biometric privacy violations Meanwhile, Target was just hit with a class-action lawsuit from Illinois shoppers, who say the retail giant used high-tech cameras to collect face scans of its customers. May 31
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White Sox get clobbered by Red Sox for 14th straight loss The White Sox surpassed a mark set by the 1924 team while extending baseball's longest slide this season. 20H ago
Cubs lose to Reds in first of 4-game series Cubs starter Javier Assad (4-2) allowed five runs and seven hits in 5 2/3 innings with seven strikeouts and two walks. 22H ago
Chennedy Carter, Angel Reese lead Sky past Washington Mystics Chennedy Carter scored a season-high 25 points off the bench, rookie Angel Reese had 16 points, 11 rebounds and five steals, and the Chicago Sky beat the winless Washington Mystics 79-71. 22H ago
Caleb Williams focused on making progress, avoiding repeat mistakes The Bears' first overall pick has shown flashes of his talent but also his struggles, which was to be expected. 10H ago
Sky players say team was harassed by man at Washington hotel Chicago Sky players say a man with a camera harassed the team when it arrived at a hotel in Washington on Wednesday. Jun 6
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Oak Forest resident chases car burglars, injured after exchange of gunfire The resident gave chase to the group of people trying to break into cars and homes and got into a shootout with them before being shot twice. 1H ago
Union Station stabbing victim out of hospital, suspect to stay in jail Wilson Barreno, 25, was charged with attempted murder and aggravated battery in connection with the stabbing. 2H ago
Alleged gang members accused of killing Illinois National Guard soldier Chrys Carvajal Gary "Gotti" Roberson and Joseph "Troubles" Matos are accused of killing Chrys Carvajal to maintain and increase their position in the Milwaukee Kings street gang. 3H ago
Elk Grove Village man charged with stealing $9.5 million from shipments. How he duped his victims. Aivaras Zigmantas, 39, is charged in federal court in Chicago with six counts of wire fraud, five counts of bank fraud, and two counts of theft of interstate shipments. 5H ago
Calls to shut down Waupun prison in Wisconsin grow after charges against warden, guards With a "Shawshank Redemption"-style stone exterior and high castle-like guard towers, Wisconsin's oldest prison, built in the 1850s, has long been a target for closure amid concerns about deterioration, lockdowns and staff shortfalls. Now the calls are growing again. 8H ago
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