Trump says he'll "end" no cash bail in Chicago, threatens to send Guard here
President Trump again singled out Chicago while announcing he was deploying the National Guard to Washington, D.C. Monday.
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ISP releases images of naked man accused of shooting officers
The search continued Monday for David Jordan, 70, and state police said he should be considered armed and dangerous.
At least 1 killed, 1 missing after explosion at U.S. Steel Clairton plant
At least one person has died, and at least two people remain unaccounted for, while dozens have been injured following multiple explosions at the U.S. Steel Clairton plant.
Massive party may have been linked to 4 shootings on Chicago's West Side
Two people lost their lives, and at least 11 others were wounded, across four separate shootings.
Fire on tracks disrupts CTA Brown Line at Paulina
Brown Line trains were standing with major delays at the scene as of just before 6 p.m.
Chicago to install 50 flood sensors to provide real-time alerts of flash flooding
The city announced the technology after heavy rain and storms damaged homes and left cars submerged on the South and Southwest Sides in July.
Organizers issue apology for blackface performance at Oak Forest event
The performance was held during the Zespol Wanta and Mloda Wanta Piknik on July 20 in Oak Forest.
2 dead, suspect in custody after shooting at Target in Austin, Texas
Two people were killed and a suspect was arrested after a shooting at a Target store in North Austin, police said.
Northwestern researchers: Fake scientific publications a growing problem
Published scientific research fuels the breakthroughs that shape our world — but what happens when that research is totally fake?
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Chicago weather: Rain, storms likely Monday night
Very warm and humid Monday, with a storm chance later in the day into the evening. Highs in the upper 80s.
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Northwestern researchers: Fake scientific publications a growing problem
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Chicago expert: UN treaty to end plastic pollution could mean major changes
World leaders meeting in Geneva, Switzerland this week have been discussing a treaty meant to end the problem of plastic waste.
Butter made from carbon in Batavia tastes like the real thing
A company in Batavia, Illinois is making butter in a way you've never seen before. No animals, no plants, no oils; this butter is made from carbon.
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Water main break causes eruption in Norwood Park Township, Illinois
The Norwood Park Protection District said an engineering firm was drilling for soil in the area when it hit the water main and caused the eruption.
Multiple shootings believed to have stemmed from party on Chicago's West Side
Many questions remained Monday about a slew of shootings in Chicago's South Austin neighborhood over the weekend. Sabrina Franza reports.
Pritzker: President Trump has no legal ability to send troops into Chicago
President Trump signaled he may call on the National Guard to come into Chicago to tackle crime, while announcing the White House is doing so in Washington, D.C. despite a double-digit drop in crime. Political Reporter Chris Tye reports.
Fake scientific papers are a growing problem, Northwestern U. researchers say
Published scientific research fuels the breakthroughs that shape our world — but what happens when that research is totally fake? Megan De Mar reports.
Bold Fork Books in Washington D.C. leaves shoppers hungry for more
Like many bookstores, it hosts book clubs, and as you can imagine, those members of the clubs bring treats.
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Paramount acquires UFC rights in 7-year deal with TKO Group
Paramount will become the new home to all UFC events in the U.S., while UFC's CEO says the White House may host a July 4 event broadcast on CBS.
Gorman drives in winning run for Cardinals as Cubs lose
Sonny Gray (11-5) threw seven innings to earn the win.
Burmester needs extra holes at LIV Golf Chicago
Burmester lost a two-shot lead at the start with three straight bogeys. He rallied late for an even-par 71 to finish on 9-under 204.
Sosa, Montgomery homer as White Sox beat Guardians
Lenyn Sosa hit a two-run homer, his 14th, in the first and Montgomery followed later in the inning with a solo shot, his ninth.
Dolphins, Bears finish in tie in preseason game
Bears head coach Ben Johnson decided to sit quarterback Caleb Williams and all the other starters except left tackle Braxton Jones.
Busch hits a 3-run homer, Shaw adds a solo shot as Cubs rout Cardinals 9-1
Michael Busch hit a three-run home run, Matt Shaw added a homer and an RBI triple, and the Chicago Cubs routed the St. Louis Cardinals 9-1.
Mitchell scores 26 to lead injury-riddled Fever past Sky 92-70
Kelsey Mitchell scored 26 points and Lexie Hull scored 17 points and the Indiana Fever beat the Chicago Sky 92-70.
Kayfus hits 1st major league homer, Guardians beat White Sox 3-1
CJ Kayfus hit his first major league home run and scored twice to help the Cleveland Guardians beat the Chicago White Sox 3-1 on Saturday night for their fifth straight victory.
Chicago Bears hold joint practice with Miami Dolphins
The Bears welcomed the Dolphins for a joint practice Friday. The teams played for about two and a half hours in the heat.
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Chicago's "Kite Man" builds flying fun with his family in their garage
When they look into the sky, Temo Chavez and his family see beautiful possibility.
Obama Foundation brings high schoolers together with accomplished leaders
The Obama Foundation's Future Series is a program that brings Chicago high schoolers into intimate conversations with accomplished leaders from a wide variety of industries and careers.
CHA teens get special gifts before heading to college
A group of 200 teens bound for 70 colleges across the country got a special send-off from the Chicago Housing Authority Tuesday.
Inspiring Chicago painter Anthony Bartley shares the healing power of art
A Chicago artist says painting is more than his craft, it's what healed him when he needed it most.
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Trump says he'll "end" no cash bail in Chicago, threatens to send Guard here
President Trump again singled out Chicago while announcing he was deploying the National Guard to Washington, D.C. Monday.
Durbin joins Texas Democrats to discuss threat redistricting fight reveals
Illinois Senator Dick Durbin joined Texas Democrats to warn that the redistricting fight in the Lone Star State is the first sign of a threat to the whole country.
Retired Chicago political reporters talk about today's polarized country
Mike Flannery, Derrick Blakley, and Craig Dellimore are three of Chicago's most respected journalists.
On 2028 run, Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker says he "can't rule anything out"
On NBC's "Meet the Press," Kristen Welker asked Pritzker if he would rule out a run for president in 2028.
Trump says homeless should leave D.C. "IMMEDIATELY," after floating federal takeover
President Trump is hinting at further federal police action in D.C., teasing a press conference on Monday aimed at "ending the Crime, Murder, and Death."
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Family moves into Morton Grove house after being hampered by seller's code violations
Morton Grove slapped the seller with code violations after the sale to the Hovey family was completed, which prevented them from getting a deed.
Cook County senior's property tax refund is held up. He's far from alone.
It turns out what Tom Kuznar of Mount Prospect thought was a small problem is actually a big mess affecting 25,000 taxpayers.
Chicago man can't get money back after funeral fundraising scam
For the past five months, Paul Mitchell has been in talks with Citibank. He turned to CBS News Chicago when Citibank would not refund his money.
More customers accuse a travelling auction of tricking them
CBS News Chicago reported on these traveling auctions in January 2025 after hearing from a woman who also spent a lot of money on jewelry and artwork that turned out to be worth much less than she paid.
Festivalgoers say they were charged hidden fees for Chicago hotel
The festivalgoers have spent months trying to cancel their Chicago hotel reservation and get a refund, before a bizarre twist this week.
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Mosquitoes, ticks remain a big concern in Chicago with hot, wet summer
Summer may be winding down, but with the hot, wet weather the Chicago area has been having, pests like mosquitoes and ticks remain a big concern.
Weiss Memorial Hospital being kicked off Medicare, Medicaid
Weiss Memorial Hospital will be kicked off Medicare and Medicaid programs, and a report suggests it could face closure when it is.
Lollapalooza festivalgoers handed new device to detect fentanyl
The device, called Defent, is a stick that resembles a thumb drive. It has the power to detect the smallest grain of fentanyl almost instantly.
Gov. Pritzker signs bill requiring mental health screenings in schools
The bill, SB1560, requires all school districts to provide screening in grades 3 through 12 at least once a year.
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.
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Wis. man pleads guilty to smuggling lab equipment to Russian companies
A Wisconsin man has pleaded guilty to smuggling lab equipment to Russian companies in violation of U.S. sanctions.
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.
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Paramount acquires UFC rights in 7-year deal with TKO Group
Paramount will become the new home to all UFC events in the U.S., while UFC's CEO says the White House may host a July 4 event broadcast on CBS.
Eddie Palmieri, groundbreaking Latin music legend, dies at 88
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Ozzy Osbourne died of a heart attack, death certificate shows
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Loni Anderson, star of "WKRP in Cincinnati," dies at 79
Loni Anderson, who played a struggling radio station's empowered receptionist on the hit TV comedy "WKRP in Cincinnati," died Sunday, just days before her 80th birthday.
Chicago blues icon Buddy Guy releases new album for 89th birthday
Buddy Guy's new album features an assortment of guest musicians, including guitarist Joe Walsh of The Eagles fame, who joined Guy on the album's lead single, "How Blues Is That."
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Water main break causes eruption in Norwood Park Township, Illinois
The Norwood Park Protection District said an engineering firm was drilling for soil in the area when it hit the water main and caused the eruption.
Multiple shootings believed to have stemmed from party on Chicago's West Side
Many questions remained Monday about a slew of shootings in Chicago's South Austin neighborhood over the weekend. Sabrina Franza reports.
Pritzker: President Trump has no legal ability to send troops into Chicago
President Trump signaled he may call on the National Guard to come into Chicago to tackle crime, while announcing the White House is doing so in Washington, D.C. despite a double-digit drop in crime. Political Reporter Chris Tye reports.
Fake scientific papers are a growing problem, Northwestern U. researchers say
Published scientific research fuels the breakthroughs that shape our world — but what happens when that research is totally fake? Megan De Mar reports.
Bold Fork Books in Washington D.C. leaves shoppers hungry for more
Like many bookstores, it hosts book clubs, and as you can imagine, those members of the clubs bring treats.
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Trump says he'll "end" no cash bail in Chicago, threatens to send Guard here
President Trump again singled out Chicago while announcing he was deploying the National Guard to Washington, D.C. Monday.
ISP releases images of naked man accused of shooting officers
The search continued Monday for David Jordan, 70, and state police said he should be considered armed and dangerous.
At least 1 killed, 1 missing after explosion at U.S. Steel Clairton plant
At least one person has died, and at least two people remain unaccounted for, while dozens have been injured following multiple explosions at the U.S. Steel Clairton plant.
Massive party may have been linked to 4 shootings on Chicago's West Side
Two people lost their lives, and at least 11 others were wounded, across four separate shootings.
Fire on tracks disrupts CTA Brown Line at Paulina
Brown Line trains were standing with major delays at the scene as of just before 6 p.m.
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Northwestern researchers: Fake scientific publications a growing problem
Published scientific research fuels the breakthroughs that shape our world — but what happens when that research is totally fake?
Chicago expert: UN treaty to end plastic pollution could mean major changes
World leaders meeting in Geneva, Switzerland this week have been discussing a treaty meant to end the problem of plastic waste.
Butter made from carbon in Batavia tastes like the real thing
A company in Batavia, Illinois is making butter in a way you've never seen before. No animals, no plants, no oils; this butter is made from carbon.
In Southwest Michigan, erosion takes away beaches more every year
On average, Southwest Michigan loses more than a foot of shoreline every year. But one specific area in Berrien County lost 75 feet in four years.
More customers accuse a travelling auction of tricking them
CBS News Chicago reported on these traveling auctions in January 2025 after hearing from a woman who also spent a lot of money on jewelry and artwork that turned out to be worth much less than she paid.
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Paramount acquires UFC rights in 7-year deal with TKO Group
Paramount will become the new home to all UFC events in the U.S., while UFC's CEO says the White House may host a July 4 event broadcast on CBS.
Gorman drives in winning run for Cardinals as Cubs lose
Sonny Gray (11-5) threw seven innings to earn the win.
Burmester needs extra holes at LIV Golf Chicago
Burmester lost a two-shot lead at the start with three straight bogeys. He rallied late for an even-par 71 to finish on 9-under 204.
Sosa, Montgomery homer as White Sox beat Guardians
Lenyn Sosa hit a two-run homer, his 14th, in the first and Montgomery followed later in the inning with a solo shot, his ninth.
Dolphins, Bears finish in tie in preseason game
Bears head coach Ben Johnson decided to sit quarterback Caleb Williams and all the other starters except left tackle Braxton Jones.
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5 people wounded in shooting in Bronzeville
Police were called to the 700 block of East 43rd Street, just west of Cottage Grove Avenue. They found five people wounded at the scene.
Massive party may have been linked to 4 shootings on Chicago's West Side
Two people lost their lives, and at least 11 others were wounded, across four separate shootings.
ISP releases images of naked man accused of shooting officers
The search continued Monday for David Jordan, 70, and state police said he should be considered armed and dangerous.
Rash of shootings in Austin neighborhood may have stemmed from party
Social media posts showed a huge party in the area as police arrived. Police have not said if the shootings are all connected.
Police release images of vehicle that hit, killed man in Gage Park
A pedestrian was crossing Kedzie Avenue at 55th Street when he was struck by a silver Toyota 4Runner Limited that ran the red light.
