Girl, 15, shot near Perspectives Leadership Academy in Chatham
The girl was shot in the thigh, and was taken to Comer Children's Hospital in fair condition.
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Questions remain about Trump's immigration enforcement efforts in Chicago
Mr. Trump's first speech to Congress during his second term comes as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has stonewalled on questions about the administration's immigration enforcement efforts.
Woman whose son died by suicide after cyberbullying warns about school-issued devices
Rose Bronstein founded the group Buckets Over Bullying, and has been moving mountains with her local organization.
Brush fire spreads across 10 acres in McHenry County; experts issue climate change warning
It took more than a dozen fire departments to fight and contain the brush fire, which officials said most likely started with an unattended burn pile.
Crematory under investigation for bodies in trailers has been in violation before
CBS News Chicago obtained records showing Heights Crematory in Chicago Heights, Illinois had been repeatedly warned by the state for their handling of bodies waiting to be cremated.
Paczki fly off shelves on Fat Tuesday, but egg prices are concern for bakeries making them
Each batch of paczki requires 32 egg yolks and 16 egg whites, and that cost adds up at Creative Cakes Bakery in Tinley Park.
City of Chicago to hold moving event at homeless encampment in Gompers Park
No one in the encampment in the park, at 4222 W. Foster Ave. in the North Mayfair neighborhood, is being told to move.
Photo shows pipe that broke and caused massive flood in Skokie
CBS News Chicago has now obtained more than 100 internal documents and photos outlining what happened the day of the flood.
1 dead after car hits tree and bursts into flames in Woodstock
As firefighters were putting out the fire, the car's gas tank exploded.
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Crematory under investigation for bodies in trailers has been in violation before
CBS News Chicago obtained records showing Heights Crematory in Chicago Heights, Illinois had been repeatedly warned by the state for their handling of bodies waiting to be cremated.
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Chicago Heights crematory shut down after bodies are found in trailers
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Cardinal Cupich attends Muslim-Catholic Iftar dinner
Tuesday marks the fifth day of Ramadan, the holiest month in Islam.
President Trump expected to address mass deportations in speech Tuesday night
Mr. Trump's first speech to Congress during his second term comes as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has stonewalled on questions about the administration's immigration enforcement efforts. Sabrina Franza reports.
Suburban Chicago crematory being probed for handling of bodies has past violations
CBS News Chicago obtained records showing Heights Crematory in Chicago Heights, Illinois had been repeatedly warned by the state for their handling of bodies waiting to be cremated.
Egg prices a concern for bakery serving paczki on Fat Tuesday
Each batch of paczki requires 32 egg yolks and 16 egg whites, and that cost adds up at Creative Cakes Bakery in Tinley Park. Shardaa Gray reports.
Waves of rain to continue in Chicago Tuesday night
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Woman whose son died by suicide after cyberbullying warns about school-issued devices
Rose Bronstein founded the group Buckets Over Bullying, and has been moving mountains with her local organization.
Tyler Bilodeau scores 19 points, UCLA holds off dramatic rally by Northwestern
The Wildcats had chipped away at their deficit and got within 68-65 on Ty Berry's 3-pointer with 33 seconds left.
Knight stars in Chicago debut as Blackhawks beat slumping Kings
Defensemen Alec Martinez and Ethan Del Mastro scored for the Blackhawks.
White Sox Manager Will Venable values communication, thinking from player's perspective
Venable said becoming an MLB manager himself did not start out as a career goal for him.
Bulls' away record drops to 13-16 as they lose to Pacers
Coby White led the Bulls with 26 points, including 20 in the first half.
No. 3 Notre Dame earns share of ACC women's title with win over Louisville
The Fighting Irish shared the title with N.C. State, a 69-45 winner over SMU on Sunday.
Ahmad Henderson scores 17 off the bench, UIC knocks off Valparaiso
Henderson went 6 of 10 from the field (3 for 4 from 3-point range) for the Flames (18-13, 10-10 Missouri Valley Conference).
Illinois dispatches No. 15 Michigan 93-73
Illinois' Tre White had 19 points and 11 rebounds to lead the Illini to a 93-73 rout of No. 15 Michigan 93-73 on Sunday.
Bulls guard Ayo Dosunmu will miss rest of season to undergo shoulder surgery
The team said Dosunmu, 25, was experiencing "left shoulder instability," and after further evaluation from training and medical professionals, he will be out for the remainder of the 2024-25 season.
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Remarkable program helping young Black girls achieve their goals and dreams
Ladies of Virtue offers mentoring, leadership development, and mental health support to help Black girls become confident, purpose-driven leaders.
Malik Yusef's passion for spoken word leads him to overcome formidable struggles
Yusef's passion him on a path to award-winning success, and now, the chance to help others have that success too.
Urban Warriors youth sports and skills program set to open Little Village community center
After years of meeting at public parks and local schools, the non-profit organization is now getting ready to open the doors to its own community center on 26th Street.
Creative mother and son share business spaces in historic Bronzeville
Makafui Searcy and his mother have found a mutually advantageous situation for their businesses that benefits the community.
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Questions remain about Trump's immigration enforcement efforts in Chicago
Mr. Trump's first speech to Congress during his second term comes as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has stonewalled on questions about the administration's immigration enforcement efforts.
See who Illinois Democrats invited to President Trump's joint address to Congress
Some Illinois Democrats have invited fired federal workers to President Trump's speech to protest the Trump administration's sweeping cuts to the federal government.
Trump's tariffs draw vows of retaliation from Canada, China and Mexico
As Canada and Mexico make plans for reciprocal tariffs on U.S. goods, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau calls President Trump's move "a very dumb thing to do."
Dolton Village Hall hit with federal subpoenas; Henyard a no-show at board meeting
Last week, Henyard lost the Democratic primary for another term as Dolton mayor. Now, federal subpoenas reveal the criminal investigation into Henyard and her administration has ramped up.
Trump administration pauses U.S. military aid to Ukraine
The U.S. has been a key supplier of weapons for Ukraine as it continues to fend off the invasion launched by Russia three years ago.
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Paczki fly off shelves on Fat Tuesday, but egg prices are concern for bakeries making them
Each batch of paczki requires 32 egg yolks and 16 egg whites, and that cost adds up at Creative Cakes Bakery in Tinley Park.
Scammers are trying to cast doubt on water quality, get consumers to pay in Cicero
Miles away in the north suburbs, the Village of Wauconda sent out a warning about the same scam late last year.
Numerous victims say they lost everything in timeshare purchasing scam
In 2022, CBS News Chicago reported on an elaborate scam in which a man lost hundreds of thousands. Since then, dozens more have come forward saying the same happened to them.
Illinois state regulators rein in Peoples Gas pipeline replacement program
The Illinois Commerce Commission said the expansive project can't come at an unreasonable cost to customers, who have been upset about rising gas bills in recent years.
Peoples Gas line replacement project could mean record-breaking rate hikes for 15 years
An advocate says if the Illinois Commerce Commission approves a project that replaces Peoples Gas' entire system of underground gas mains in the city, the rates could be catastrophic.
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Girl, 13, had to go to hospital after taking edible at Southwest Side school
The girl was not the only child who took the substance this week at McKay School in the Chicago Lawn neighborhood.
Chicago doctor concerned about Texas measles outbreak
Chicago saw its own measles outbreak just last year — affecting in particular the migrant shelter in operation at the time in Pilsen.
Planned Parenthood of Illinois expands access to abortion pill through app
Patients can use the PPDirect app to get birth control, emergency contraception, treatment for UTIs, at-home testing for STIs, and medication abortion.
Federal judge blocks Trump administration cuts to medical research funding
The National Institutes of Health says the cuts will save more than $4 billion a year, but critics say it puts potentially lifesaving research in jeopardy.
2 million baked goods, including some sold at Dunkin', recalled
Recalled products involved a mix of Bavarian doughnuts, French crullers, éclairs and coffee rolls, according to FDA.
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Home Run Inn to close 3 of its Chicago area pizzerias
The other six stores will remain open.
Nationwide plan for "Economic Blackout" on Friday catches on in Chicago
The call to action — or rather inaction — is asking that American consumers refrain from making any purchases at major retailers on Friday, Feb. 28.
South Side Chicago standby Lem's Bar-B-Q wins James Beard Award
The James Beard Foundation announced Lem's Bar-B-Q as one of six recipients of the America's Classics Award.
Joann to close about 500 fabric stores nationwide. Here's where.
Fabric and crafts retailer Joann has announced it will be closing approximately 500 stores nationwide, almost a year after filing for bankruptcy.
Rivian takes the EV forward in Normal, Illinois, appears at Chicago Auto Show for first time
The downstate Illinois plant is getting ready to roll out two new models.
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Lollapalooza announces 2025 festival dates
The 2025 festival lineup will be released this month, organizers said on the Lollapalooza website.
Margie Korshak, Chicago public relations executive who worked with the stars, dies at 86
In announcing Korshak's death, Broadway In Chicago called her a "trailblazing force" in the public relations industry.
Who won Oscars for 2025? See the full winners list here
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David Johansen, punk icon and Buster Poindexter alter ego, dies at 75
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Cardinal Cupich attends Muslim-Catholic Iftar dinner
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President Trump expected to address mass deportations in speech Tuesday night
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Suburban Chicago crematory being probed for handling of bodies has past violations
CBS News Chicago obtained records showing Heights Crematory in Chicago Heights, Illinois had been repeatedly warned by the state for their handling of bodies waiting to be cremated.
Egg prices a concern for bakery serving paczki on Fat Tuesday
Each batch of paczki requires 32 egg yolks and 16 egg whites, and that cost adds up at Creative Cakes Bakery in Tinley Park. Shardaa Gray reports.
Waves of rain to continue in Chicago Tuesday night
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Girl, 15, shot near Perspectives Leadership Academy in Chatham
The girl was shot in the thigh, and was taken to Comer Children's Hospital in fair condition.
Questions remain about Trump's immigration enforcement efforts in Chicago
Mr. Trump's first speech to Congress during his second term comes as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has stonewalled on questions about the administration's immigration enforcement efforts.
Woman whose son died by suicide after cyberbullying warns about school-issued devices
Rose Bronstein founded the group Buckets Over Bullying, and has been moving mountains with her local organization.
Brush fire spreads across 10 acres in McHenry County; experts issue climate change warning
It took more than a dozen fire departments to fight and contain the brush fire, which officials said most likely started with an unattended burn pile.
Crematory under investigation for bodies in trailers has been in violation before
CBS News Chicago obtained records showing Heights Crematory in Chicago Heights, Illinois had been repeatedly warned by the state for their handling of bodies waiting to be cremated.
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Crematory under investigation for bodies in trailers has been in violation before
CBS News Chicago obtained records showing Heights Crematory in Chicago Heights, Illinois had been repeatedly warned by the state for their handling of bodies waiting to be cremated.
Woman whose son died by suicide after cyberbullying warns about school-issued devices
Rose Bronstein founded the group Buckets Over Bullying, and has been moving mountains with her local organization.
Chicago Heights crematory shut down after bodies are found in trailers
Heights Crematory in Chicago Heights is accused of mishandling the bodies of people who recently died.
Woman says Des Plaines nursing home banned her from visiting her now-dead sister
Luchanda Castleberry maintained all she did was voice her concerns about the care her sister was receiving — and then she ended up getting banned from visiting.
Numerous victims say they lost everything in timeshare purchasing scam
In 2022, CBS News Chicago reported on an elaborate scam in which a man lost hundreds of thousands. Since then, dozens more have come forward saying the same happened to them.
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Woman whose son died by suicide after cyberbullying warns about school-issued devices
Rose Bronstein founded the group Buckets Over Bullying, and has been moving mountains with her local organization.
Tyler Bilodeau scores 19 points, UCLA holds off dramatic rally by Northwestern
The Wildcats had chipped away at their deficit and got within 68-65 on Ty Berry's 3-pointer with 33 seconds left.
Knight stars in Chicago debut as Blackhawks beat slumping Kings
Defensemen Alec Martinez and Ethan Del Mastro scored for the Blackhawks.
White Sox Manager Will Venable values communication, thinking from player's perspective
Venable said becoming an MLB manager himself did not start out as a career goal for him.
Bulls' away record drops to 13-16 as they lose to Pacers
Coby White led the Bulls with 26 points, including 20 in the first half.
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Man charged in fatal June 2024 shooting on Dan Ryan Expressway
Darius Norwood, 32, has been charged with one count of first-degree murder in the death of 26-year-old Tywaun Donald, according to Cook County court records.
Girl, 15, shot near Perspectives Leadership Academy in Chatham
The girl was shot in the thigh, and was taken to Comer Children's Hospital in fair condition.
Man shoots, kills son in Lakemoor, Illinois northwest of Chicago, police say
The victim was taken by the Wauconda Fire Protection District to Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital, where he died.
Man robbed, beaten on CTA train in Lincoln Park neighborhood
The robbery happened at 6:14 a.m. on a train at the Fullerton station.
Man who died in explosion in Cicero identified as person responsible for blast
Cicero police said Anthony Avila-Puebla was seen carrying multiple jugs of a flammable liquid into the building before the blast.
