Storms with heavy rains flood Chicago streets, homes
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Woman identified in 1968 cold case murder in Will County, Illinois
On Thursday, the Will County Coroner's Office released the name of the woman who was murdered in the county in 1968.
Man hospitalized after being shot in face in Arlington Heights, Illinois
Officials said the man was shot in the face, and officers conducted life-saving measures on the scene.
Judge dismisses Trump lawsuit over Illinois sanctuary policies
A U.S. district court judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by the Trump administration against the state of Illinois and multiple jurisdictions over their sanctuary laws.
K-9 sniffs out $1 million in cocaine in Chicago Ridge drug bust
A K-9 sniffed out seven figures worth of cocaine in a Chicago Ridge drug bust earlier this week, police said.
Family of journalist killed on South Shore Line tracks says safety risks remain
Exactly one year ago, a Chicago journalist was killed when she was struck by a train in Hegewisch. On the somber anniversary, her family says not enough has changed in the past twelve months.
Ezekiel Taylor Foundation hosts 9th gala honoring 2025 scholars this weekend
The Ezekiel Taylor Foundation was created in honor of Tenisha Taylor's father, Ezekiel, who was shot and killed in 1982 at the age of 34.
Pierogi Fest 2025 returns to Whiting, Ind., this weekend
Pierogi Fest is bringing the wackiness back to Whiting, Indiana, all weekend long beginning this Friday.
Armed group used dating app to lure, rob three victims on South Side
Chicago police said the dating app robberies happened during the overnight hours on July 19, 23, and 24.
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Chicago towing damage claims are regularly denied: analysis
Chicago has paid out on only 76 tow damage claims in nine years.
NU researchers' tool to measures communities' vulnerability to heat
The researchers have been tracking the heat, and the way it impacts parts of the city differently, in a brand-new way that could ultimately provide relief for some Chicagoans.
Experts explore how community-based strategies fight climate change
A new report details how getting involved can make an impact — and how community-based strategies can significantly reduce emissions.
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Pierogi Fest returns to Whiting, Indiana for 2025
It's delicious, it's funny, it's wacky, it's back: Pierogi Fest 2025 is going on now in Whiting, Indiana.
Family of Chicago journalist killed crossing Hegewisch tracks say not enough has changed 1 year late
Exactly one year ago, a Chicago journalist was killed when she was struck by a train in Hegewisch. On the somber anniversary, her family says not enough has changed in the past twelve months.
Flash flooding in Chicago, southwest suburbs washes out roads, floods basements
Chicago residents are cleaning up after strong storms with hard rains caused flash flooding Friday, especially on the South Side and in the southwest suburbs.
Woman killed in Will County identified a half century later
The Will County Coroner's Office identified the victim as 33-year-old Martha Bassett. Her body was found on I-55 in Will County in 1968.
CPD issues alert after 3 dating app-related armed robberies on South Side
The robberies on July 19, 23, and 24, in the 4800 block of South Drexel Boulevard in the Grand Boulevard neighborhood.
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Bears players note Ben Johnson's intensity on day 2 of training camp
Before the Bears' workout Thursday, Johnson addressed his quick hook, and the short window the team has to learn his new system before the season starts.
Montgomery homers and drives in 5 to rally White Sox past Rays
The Sox (37-66) took two of three games from the Rays at George M. Steinbrenner Field to complete a 5–1 trip.
Ben Johnson pulls offense from field in first day of training camp
Wednesday marked the first practice of Ben Johnson's first training camp as Chicago Bears head coach.
Cubs lose as Royals take 2 of 3 games at Wrigley Field
Matt Shaw and Pete Crow-Armstrong hit solo shots for the Cubs, who entered tied with Milwaukee for first place in the NL Central and the best record in the majors.
Bears new head coach Ben Johnson holds 1st training camp
The Chicago Bears held their first practice of new head coach Ben Johnson's first training camp at Halas Hall Tuesday.
Late-night basketball brings brotherhood to young men in Chicago
In Chicago's West Pullman neighborhood, a late-night basketball league is bringing much more than friendly competition.
Matthew Boyd sharp for 11th win, Cubs blank Royals and Rich Hill
Nico Hoerner, Dansby Swanson and Matt Shaw each had two hits as the Cubs ended a two-game slide.
Rays snap White Sox' 5-game winning streak
The loss was the Sox' first since the All-Star break and snapped a season-high five-game winning streak.
Lynx beat Sky 91-68
Kayla McBride and Napheesa Collier scored 19 points apiece and the Minnesota Lynx dominated the middle quarters in a 91-68 win over Chicago Sky, improving to 13-0 in home games.
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Artists from American Samoa honor cultural heritage at Field Museum
Su'a Uilisone Fitiao and his wife, Reggie Meredith Fitiao, are indigenous artists and cultural practitioners who have come to Chicago from American Samoa.
Late-night basketball brings brotherhood to young men in Chicago
In Chicago's West Pullman neighborhood, a late-night basketball league is bringing much more than friendly competition.
White Sox treat low-vision teens to sensory-friendly tour of Rate Field
The low-vision teens who took the tour are part of a low-vision day camp from the Spectrios Institute, funded by the White Sox.
With violent crime falling in Chicago, advocates seek to grow successful programs
Leaders from various groups helping disrupt crime met to discuss what has been going on this summer in Chicago, and how to grow programs that are clearly working.
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Judge dismisses Trump lawsuit over Illinois sanctuary policies
A U.S. district court judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by the Trump administration against the state of Illinois and multiple jurisdictions over their sanctuary laws.
Texas Democrats visiting California and Illinois as redistricting fight continues
With little say in the ongoing debate over redrawing congressional districts in their home state, Texas Democratic state legislators are looking beyond their borders for help.
Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez enters Wis. governor race calling Trump "maniac"
Wisconsin Democratic Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez entered the battleground state's open race for governor on Friday by calling President Donald Trump a "maniac" and claiming, "His tariffs are killing our farmers and his policies are hurting our kids."
Michael McClain sentenced to 2 years in ComEd 4 bribery case
McClain and his "ComEd Four" codefendants were convicted last year of charges of conspiracy, bribery and falsifying documents.
Trump signs order making it easier to remove homeless people from streets
President Trump signed an executive order making it easier for cities and states to remove homeless people from the streets and get them treatment elsewhere.
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ComEd customers seeing bills double amid rising electric cost
ComEd said the spike, combined with an unseasonably warm June, raised the average bill by more than $67.
Some worry about power, electric bills in Chicago during heat wave
Power lines are working overtime with the heat, and some are concerned that blackouts are possible with so much air conditioning running at homes and businesses.
ComEd bills jump in June due to heat, wholesale electricity cost
Many Northern Illinois residents got sticker shock upon opening their ComEd electric bills for the month of June.
Epic Cons Chicago convention abruptly canceled at Navy Pier
Epic Events and Entertainment hosts popular events around the country. The company was set to host Epic Cons Chicago 3 at Navy Pier this coming weekend.
Chicago property owner says house he owned was listed for sale without his consent
The listing came with flashy social media videos to market the place that property owner Frank Diaz wasn't even selling.
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Most premature baby marks 1st birthday in Iowa with a Guinness record
A baby born at 21 weeks' gestation in Iowa City, Iowa, has celebrated his first birthday, earning a Guinness world record for being the most premature baby.
UnitedHealth says it's under federal investigation for civil fraud
The health-care giant said it has started complying with both criminal and civil requests from federal investigators and it was cooperating with them.
Chicago man an inspiration after being born with organs outside body
Cases of the genetic condition keep increasing across the nation, and Darryl Hall of the Austin neighborhood is trying to inspire other patients and families.
Northwestern study finds California life expectancy yet to recover since COVID-19
This study could predict national trends in life expectancy, researchers say.
Chicago area doctors expect more hospital visits from tick bites this summer
It is becoming apparent that the increase in ticks and tick bites is correlating to emergency room visits in Chicago and the rest of the Midwest.
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Does email to Bears fans about seating options signal Arlington Heights stadium moving ahead?
Some of the fans who received the email have long histories with the team, and there are a lot of concerns.
Ribbon cut for new Chicago Board of Trade Museum
The Board of Trade Museum is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, and is closed on weekends and federal holidays.
Illinois tax hike on tobacco and vape products set to take effect July 1
Right now, it is not exactly clear how the tax will be passed onto the consumer. But vaping products and popular Zyn pouches will now be subject to a 45% tax — up from 15%.
Wisconsin's high court sides with environmentalists in PFAS ruling
The Wisconsin Supreme Court has delivered a victory for environmentalists in the battle over the regulation of "forever chemicals" known as PFAS.
Tipped minimum wage set to go up in Chicago July 1, and some restaurateurs aren't pleased
On Tuesday, July 1, the city's minimum wage will go up, along with wages for tipped workers, as part of Chicago's One Fair Wage Ordinance.
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FCC approves Paramount-Skydance merger
Paramount Global and Skydance Media agreed to merge last year.
Chuck Mangione, jazz icon known for "Feels So Good," dies at 84
"Feels So Good" is a staple on most smooth-jazz radio stations and has been called one of the most recognized melodies.
Pro wrestling legend Hulk Hogan dies at 71
Wrestling icon Hulk Hogan has died, police and World Wrestling Entertainment said Thursday.
Gene Simmons reflects on Ozzy Osbourne's legacy: "This was a pure human being"
KISS frontman Gene Simmons pays tribute to Ozzy Osbourne on "CBS Mornings," calling the Black Sabbath legend a "pure human being."
Ozzy Osbourne, Black Sabbath frontman and heavy metal legend, dies at 76
Ozzy Osbourne rose to fame in the heavy metal group Black Sabbath.
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Family of Chicago journalist killed crossing Hegewisch tracks say not enough has changed 1 year late
Exactly one year ago, a Chicago journalist was killed when she was struck by a train in Hegewisch. On the somber anniversary, her family says not enough has changed in the past twelve months.
Flash flooding in Chicago, southwest suburbs washes out roads, floods basements
Chicago residents are cleaning up after strong storms with hard rains caused flash flooding Friday, especially on the South Side and in the southwest suburbs.
Woman killed in Will County identified a half century later
The Will County Coroner's Office identified the victim as 33-year-old Martha Bassett. Her body was found on I-55 in Will County in 1968.
CPD issues alert after 3 dating app-related armed robberies on South Side
The robberies on July 19, 23, and 24, in the 4800 block of South Drexel Boulevard in the Grand Boulevard neighborhood.
Heavy rain brings flash floods to Chicago's South Side
Storms rolling through Chicago brought heavy rains and flash flooding to the South Side.
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Storms with heavy rains flood Chicago streets, homes
A flood warning in in effect into the evening, and people are already trying to get their basements to dry out.
Woman identified in 1968 cold case murder in Will County, Illinois
On Thursday, the Will County Coroner's Office released the name of the woman who was murdered in the county in 1968.
Man hospitalized after being shot in face in Arlington Heights, Illinois
Officials said the man was shot in the face, and officers conducted life-saving measures on the scene.
Judge dismisses Trump lawsuit over Illinois sanctuary policies
A U.S. district court judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by the Trump administration against the state of Illinois and multiple jurisdictions over their sanctuary laws.
K-9 sniffs out $1 million in cocaine in Chicago Ridge drug bust
A K-9 sniffed out seven figures worth of cocaine in a Chicago Ridge drug bust earlier this week, police said.
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Chicago towing damage claims are regularly denied: analysis
Chicago has paid out on only 76 tow damage claims in nine years.
NU researchers' tool to measures communities' vulnerability to heat
The researchers have been tracking the heat, and the way it impacts parts of the city differently, in a brand-new way that could ultimately provide relief for some Chicagoans.
Experts explore how community-based strategies fight climate change
A new report details how getting involved can make an impact — and how community-based strategies can significantly reduce emissions.
County Board to hold hearing on failures addressing domestic violence
CBS News Chicago has been investigating the systemic failures that have left survivors at risk.
Peter Mendez speaks about $2.5M settlement after botched CPD raid
In 2017, Chicago police officers pointed guns in the face of Peter Mendez, then 9 years old, after raiding the wrong home. On Friday, Peter, now 17, spoke out for the first time about his family's $2.5 million settlement with the city.
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Bears players note Ben Johnson's intensity on day 2 of training camp
Before the Bears' workout Thursday, Johnson addressed his quick hook, and the short window the team has to learn his new system before the season starts.
Montgomery homers and drives in 5 to rally White Sox past Rays
The Sox (37-66) took two of three games from the Rays at George M. Steinbrenner Field to complete a 5–1 trip.
Ben Johnson pulls offense from field in first day of training camp
Wednesday marked the first practice of Ben Johnson's first training camp as Chicago Bears head coach.
Cubs lose as Royals take 2 of 3 games at Wrigley Field
Matt Shaw and Pete Crow-Armstrong hit solo shots for the Cubs, who entered tied with Milwaukee for first place in the NL Central and the best record in the majors.
Bears new head coach Ben Johnson holds 1st training camp
The Chicago Bears held their first practice of new head coach Ben Johnson's first training camp at Halas Hall Tuesday.
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"Doomsday mom" Lori Vallow Daybell receives new life sentences
Lori Vallow Daybell has been sentenced to life in prison on two murder conspiracy convictions in Arizona.
CPD issue alert for antisemitic vandalism in Hyde Park
Chicago police have issued a community alert for antisemitic graffiti and vandalism in the city's Hyde Park neighborhood.
Mom wants change to Ill. law after release of man accused of concealing body
Jose Luis Mendoza-Gonzalez faces several charges for allegedly hiding Megan Bos' body. None of those charges rose to the level of severity to warrant detainment in Illinois.
Man shot, wounded in quarrel in West Rogers Park
A man was in a vehicle on busy Devon Avenue near Oakley Avenue when he got into an argument with a pedestrian that ended with the pedestrian shooting him.
Chicago FBI head Doug DePodesta talks triumphs, challenges
Partnerships between police agencies are what DePodesta thinks is behind the 30% drop in homicides in Chicago and the 40% drop in gun violence.
