Chicago Heights city employee arrested on child pornography charges
Court records show Will County officials arrested Jasen Zurisk after searching his Beecher, Illinois, home a few weeks ago.
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Man found dead after hit-and-run crash in Northbrook, Illinois
Investigators determined the man was hit by a vehicle while walking in the area.
May Day protests in Chicago, suburbs decry Trump's policies
In some countries, it's a public holiday honoring labor, but in the U.S., activists will use the day as a call to action against President Trump's policies.
Jussie Smollett, city of Chicago agree to settlement in civil lawsuit
The city of Chicago has reached a settlement with former "Empire" actor Jussie Smollett in the lawsuit the city filed against him.
3 Chicago area hospitals highlighted in Leapfrog Group semiannual safety grades
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Fan falls from stands at Pirates-Cubs game in Pittsburgh
A fan at the Pirates-Cubs game on Wednesday at PNC Park in Pittsburgh fell over the outfield wall and landed on the playing field.
Heavy rain could cause flooding, followed by possible thunderstorms
Heavy rain that started overnight continues Thursday, bringing a risk of flooding before a round possible thunderstorms moves in.
U.S. Customs seize shipments of fake watches, drivers licenses at O'Hare
The 485 shipments, 145 of which contained 516 counterfeit watches and 340 other shipments containing counterfeit driver's licenses, came from Hong Kong and China.
New York man charged with DUI in wrong-way crash on Dan Ryan Exp.
State police said the crash happened just after 9:30 p.m. Tuesday on northbound I-94 at 67th Street near Marquette Road.
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Chicago weather: Rain Thursday, mid-60s for highs
Waves of rain move in starting Thursday morning and continuing again in the afternoon.
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Heavy rain could cause flooding, followed by possible thunderstorms
Heavy rain that started overnight continues Thursday, bringing a risk of flooding before a round possible thunderstorms moves in.
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Chicago Police Robbery Task Force works with transit unit to fight crime on CTA
The task force addressed its progress for the first time this week, nearly a year after the formation of the unit was first announced.
Emotional testimony from young brothers in trial of wrong CPD raid lawsuit
The lawsuit accuses Chicago Police of using excessive force on children.
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Anderson Humane is hosting an event Sunday to raise money for baby animals, and brought puppy Piglet, who is available to adopt, to visit us in our Chicago studio.
Downpours continue Thursday afternoon in Chicago
Meteorologist David Yeomans is tracking more rain in the Chicago area.
May Day rally, march for workers' rights, against Trump policies in Chicago
Activists were seen signing together, holding signs, and holding posters of monarch butterflies, which symbolize migration and are a species that knows no borders.
Nearly half of cancer-related content on social media contains misinformation
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Pittsburgh police treating fan falling from stands as "accidental in nature"
Pittsburgh Public Safety issued an update on Thursday morning, saying the incident involving a fan falling from the stands is being treated as an accident.
McCutchen's two-run double lifts Pirates over Cubs 4-3
Andrew McCutchen hit a go-ahead two-run double in the seventh inning just seconds before a fan fell off the 21-foot Clemente Wall in right field at PNC Park as the Pittsburgh Pirates defeated the Chicago Cubs 4-3.
Jake Bauers hits 2-run double in the 8th inning to help Brewers beat White Sox
It was the first of a season-high three errors for the White Sox, who have lost three straight games and fell to 7-23.
Chicago Stars fire head coach Lorne Donaldson
Assistant coach Masaki Hemmi will serve as interim coach, the Stars announced on Wednesday.
Fan critically injured after falling from stands at Pirates-Cubs game
A fan at the Pirates-Cubs game on Wednesday at PNC Park in Pittsburgh fell over the outfield wall and landed on the playing field.
With NASCAR days behind him, Tony Stewart is a winner at drag racing
The motorsports legend will be back behind the wheel next month at the Route 66 Nationals in Joliet.
Cubs go deep four times, rout Pirates with 9-0 road win
Seiya Suzuki hit a two-run homer and fell a single short of the cycle as the Chicago Cubs went deep four times in a 9-0 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Caleb Durbin gets key 2-run single as Brewers beat lowly White Sox
Luis Robert Jr. and Andrew Benintendi homered for the White Sox, who lost for the 12th time in 15 games.
Michael Jordan uniform from 1992-1993 Bulls season up for auction
Any Bulls uniform worn by Michael Jordan is sure to be priceless to countless fans. But for the right price, it could, in fact, be yours.
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CPD Youth Liaison Officer Will Martinez to be honored as American Red Cross Hero
As the youth liaison, Martinez becomes Officer Will, and he connects youngsters through various programs and ensures they feel safe.
Earl Frazier revisits life from sharecropper to millionaire ahead of 103rd birthday
Born on April 28, 1922, in Pluckemin Bayou, Mississippi, Earl Frazier will turn 103 on Monday.
Veteran Chicago Police dispatcher is ready to hang up her headset after 40 years
Dispatchers like Debra White provide a calming voice, and a lifeline in a time of need, for the people in Chicago and our police officers.
Chicago's Working Bikes gets bicycles to people in need at home and worldwide
But that's not all the team at Working Bikes does. They are also creating economic lifelines for generations.
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National security adviser Mike Waltz and his deputy are leaving Trump White House
President Trump's national security adviser Mike Waltz and deputy Alex Wong are leaving the White House, multiple sources tell CBS News.
Ald. Reilly considering run against Cook County Board President Preckwinkle
Reilly, who represents parts of the Loop and River North, said "voters aren't happy with their local political leadership right now and are eager to see a change."
U.S. Department Education investigates CPS over Black Student Success Plan
The complaint claims the CPS is using the program to discriminate on the basis of race.
Trump says trade policies may mean children have fewer toys that cost more
"Well, maybe the children will have two dolls instead of 30 dolls, you know?" President Trump said Wednesday.
University of Chicago students' visas reactivated
Visas for 10 current and former University of Chicago students have been reactivated, the school confirmed Wednesday.
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Family buys house in Morton Grove, only to be stymied by seller's code violations
Sara Hovey and her husband were paying for a mortgage, rent and a litigation attorney, who apparently told her she should have been protected.
Suburban Chicago man wins $800,000 in sports bets, but casinos won't pay
Thomas McPeek placed stacks and stacks of bets last year — complicated wagers on football called parlays, where several events all have to happen for the gambler to win.
Chicago woman loses thousands to scammer claiming to want funds for funeral
Back in February, Heather Radin had planned to give only $10 to someone she thought was really in need. She is out $5,000.
Portillo's new breakfast menu launches at select Chicago's locations
The iconic Chicago chain known for its hot dogs and Italian beef sandwiches launched its brand new breakfast offerings in five restaurants Tuesday morning.
Cook County Board approves eligibility rules for property tax relief program
The application website is expected to open this summer.
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3 Chicago area hospitals highlighted in Leapfrog Group semiannual safety grades
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2 measles cases confirmed in Cook County: 1 in Chicago, 1 in suburbs
These are the first two such cases in Cook County this year.
First Illinois measles case in current nationwide outbreak recorded
Officials said the case is the only case in Illinois of which they are aware at this time.
Cook County Health, NAMI Chicago launch countywide mental health support campaign
The program involves a new text and chat support line — aimed at helping younger people who prefer digital communication.
After struggling to conceive herself, Chicago woman now gives back as gestational surrogate
Amanda Nelson is carrying a child who is not genetically hers for people she didn't know.
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Tariff uncertainty raises concerns at Chicago toy store
The owner of Timeless Toys said he was forced to buy $200,000 worth of toys due to the trade war between the world's two largest economies.
Arlington Heights Mayor-elect Jim Tinaglia says he wants a "win-win" Bears stadium plan
Tinaglia said he supports a new Bears stadium in Arlington Heights, but the franchise and the village need to come to an agreement on common goals.
SCOTUS seems to side with Catholic Charities in Wis. religious-rights case
The Supreme Court appears to be leaning toward a Catholic charitable organization pushing back against the state of Wisconsin in the latest religious rights case to come before the court.
LGBTQ+ Pride event organizers concerned about sponsors pulling out
Notably in St. Louis, hometown company Anheuser-Busch ended a 30-year partnership. Bud Light is also a top sponsor of Chicago pride events — and there may be a change there too.
Aris Singleton became CEO of TGIN beauty products at 28, and is a proud industry leader
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2025 Tony Awards nominations announced. See the full list.
Tony Award winners Sarah Paulson and Wendell Pierce revealed 2025 Tony nominees for select categories on "CBS Mornings" on Thursday.
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class of 2025 announced
First-time nominees Chubby Checker, Joe Cocker and Bad Company will also be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
Ravinia Festival tickets on sale for 2025 season
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"Grey's Anatomy" star Eric Dane reveals he's been diagnosed with ALS
"Grey's Anatomy" and "Euphoria" star Eric Dane said he is still able to work and will return to the HBO drama.
Jay North, star of original "Dennis the Menace" TV series, dies at 73
Jay North, who starred on TV's "Dennis the Menace" for four seasons starting in 1959, has died.
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Anderson Humane holding fundraiser for baby animals, puppy Piglet available to adopt
Anderson Humane is hosting an event Sunday to raise money for baby animals, and brought puppy Piglet, who is available to adopt, to visit us in our Chicago studio.
Downpours continue Thursday afternoon in Chicago
Meteorologist David Yeomans is tracking more rain in the Chicago area.
May Day rally, march for workers' rights, against Trump policies in Chicago
Activists were seen signing together, holding signs, and holding posters of monarch butterflies, which symbolize migration and are a species that knows no borders.
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Misinformation about cancer proliferates online, especially on social media. It's extremely important to see your doctor immediately if you're showing any cancer symptoms, or to get your information from reliable sources like the American Cancer Society or the Mayo Clinic.
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Chicago Heights city employee arrested on child pornography charges
Court records show Will County officials arrested Jasen Zurisk after searching his Beecher, Illinois, home a few weeks ago.
Man found dead after hit-and-run crash in Northbrook, Illinois
Investigators determined the man was hit by a vehicle while walking in the area.
May Day protests in Chicago, suburbs decry Trump's policies
In some countries, it's a public holiday honoring labor, but in the U.S., activists will use the day as a call to action against President Trump's policies.
Jussie Smollett, city of Chicago agree to settlement in civil lawsuit
The city of Chicago has reached a settlement with former "Empire" actor Jussie Smollett in the lawsuit the city filed against him.
3 Chicago area hospitals highlighted in Leapfrog Group semiannual safety grades
The Leapfrog Group, a nonprofit hospital watchdog, measures how well hospitals protect patients from medical errors, accidents, injuries, and infections.
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Chicago Police Robbery Task Force works with transit unit to fight crime on CTA
The task force addressed its progress for the first time this week, nearly a year after the formation of the unit was first announced.
Emotional testimony from young brothers in trial of wrong CPD raid lawsuit
The lawsuit accuses Chicago Police of using excessive force on children.
Peter Mendez, mother testify in civil trial of lawsuit over wrong CPD raid
The botched raid on the innocent Mendez family in November 2017 sparked CBS News Chicago's yearslong investigation into Chicago Police officers raiding the wrong homes.
Chicago River cleanup focus turns to sewage overflow, climate resiliency
Making the Chicago River a healthy, biodiverse and climate resilient lifeline through the city is the focus of many groups and city officials working with new standards, permits, and an eye on climate change.
Trial begins for lawsuit over Chicago Police raid that traumatized children
Peter Mendez was only 9 years old when his family's home was wrongly raided by Chicago Police back in November 2017. Seven and a half years later, the Mendez family is finally getting their day in court.
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Pittsburgh police treating fan falling from stands as "accidental in nature"
Pittsburgh Public Safety issued an update on Thursday morning, saying the incident involving a fan falling from the stands is being treated as an accident.
McCutchen's two-run double lifts Pirates over Cubs 4-3
Andrew McCutchen hit a go-ahead two-run double in the seventh inning just seconds before a fan fell off the 21-foot Clemente Wall in right field at PNC Park as the Pittsburgh Pirates defeated the Chicago Cubs 4-3.
Jake Bauers hits 2-run double in the 8th inning to help Brewers beat White Sox
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Chicago Stars fire head coach Lorne Donaldson
Assistant coach Masaki Hemmi will serve as interim coach, the Stars announced on Wednesday.
Fan critically injured after falling from stands at Pirates-Cubs game
A fan at the Pirates-Cubs game on Wednesday at PNC Park in Pittsburgh fell over the outfield wall and landed on the playing field.
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Chicago Heights city employee arrested on child pornography charges
Court records show Will County officials arrested Jasen Zurisk after searching his Beecher, Illinois, home a few weeks ago.
Police say they are not searching for a body at property in Des Plaines
In a news release issued Wednesday, Des Plaines police have only said they have been conducting a "follow-up investigation" at the house on Warrington Road.
Reason for police investigation at house in Des Plaines a mystery
Only through a crack between the house and a neighboring one could investigators be seen sifting through what looked like dirt for possible evidence.
Man shot and killed inside convenience store in South Austin
Police said, at 11:35 a.m., someone walked into a business in the 500 block of North Laramie Avenue, pulled out a gun, and shot a 32-year-old man multiple times.
Victims, driver in Chatham, Ill. crash that killed 4 ID'd
The three children and one teenager killed when a car crashed into an after-school program in downstate Chatham, Illinois, have been identified. The driver has also been identified.
