CPD officers won't be charged with a crime in Dexter Reed shooting death
Cook County State's Attorney Eileen O'Neill Burke announced the Chicago police officers who killed Dexter Reed last year will not face criminal charges.
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Crystal Lake neighbors furious after Airbnb guest caught in lewd act outside
Neighbors said they looked out their window to see the Airbnb guests next door brought more than luggage.
Cop who shot partner investigated for alleged attack on female officer at bar
The Chicago police officer who fatally shot late CPD officer Krystal Rivera is now being investigated for an assault on a female officer at Wicker Park bar over the weekend.
Wolfdogs in northern Wisconsin help veterans deal with PTSD
Wolfdogs in northern Wisconsin are helping war veterans deal with their post-traumatic stress disorder.
Caleb Williams, other starters will play in Bears' preseason game Sunday
Also playing Sunday will be newcomer Olamide Zaccheaus. The seventh-year wideout has been one of the stars of camp.
Clarendon Hills hosts watch party for Little League World Series debut
The village of Clarendon Hills, Illinois, hosted a big watch party for their hometown team on Wednesday as they made their first appearance in the Little League World Series.
Lawsuit: CPS failed to check background of guard accused of sex assault
A former Chicago Public Schools student is suing the Chicago Board of Education, claiming it failed to conduct a proper background check on the security guard who is charged with sexually assaulting her.
Your guide to the 2025 Chicago Air and Water Show
The Chicago Air and Water Show is back for 2025. Watch from along the lakefront as the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds headline the event.
Rookie Troy Melton allows 1 hit as Tigers shut out White Sox
It was a series-clinching win for the Tigers, who advanced to 70-52 and extended a narrow lead over the Cleveland Guardians in the AL Central.
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Illinois rep. not ready to back tax break for Bears' Arlington Hts. stadium
Illinois state Rep. Kam Buckner (D-Chicago) penned an opinion piece that ran in the Chicago Tribune Tuesday morning explaining why he says the Bears should be paying more into the system, not less.
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.
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Better Business Bureau warns of crooks targeting scam victims
In a cruel twist on common scams, the Better Business Bureau is warning the public about crooks who are targeting people who have already been victims of scammers before.
YouTube will use AI for age verification
YouTube announced it is planning to roll out a new AI age-estimation technology that will identify users under the age of 18.
Clarendon Hills hosts Little League World Series watch party for hometown team
The village of Clarendon Hills, Illinois, hosted a big watch party for their hometown team on Wednesday as they made their first appearance in the Little League World Series.
Wolfdogs in northern Wisconsin help veterans deal with PTSD
Wolfdogs in northern Wisconsin are helping war veterans deal with their post-traumatic stress disorder.
Cleaner at South Elgin school charged for threatening minors with knife
South Elgin police said a man working as a contracted cleaner at a District U-46 school was arrested and charged after he threatened minors with a knife Tuesday evening.
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Caleb Williams, other starters will play in Bears' preseason game Sunday
Also playing Sunday will be newcomer Olamide Zaccheaus. The seventh-year wideout has been one of the stars of camp.
Rookie Troy Melton allows 1 hit as Tigers shut out White Sox
It was a series-clinching win for the Tigers, who advanced to 70-52 and extended a narrow lead over the Cleveland Guardians in the AL Central.
Clarendon Hills hosts watch party for Little League World Series debut
The village of Clarendon Hills, Illinois, hosted a big watch party for their hometown team on Wednesday as they made their first appearance in the Little League World Series.
White Sox score five in fifth inning to beat Tigers
Yoendrys Gómez struck out seven in five innings, and Edgar Quero had three hits and three RBIs.
Cubs lose to Blue Jays, have dropped 5 of 7
In their five losses, the Cubs scored a total of six runs.
Clarendon Hills team prepares to go to bat in Little League World Series
CBS News Chicago had the chance to catch up with Clarendon Hills Little League manager Brian Herold and the crew from their dorm in Williamsport.
Illinois rep. not ready to back tax break for Bears' Arlington Hts. stadium
Illinois state Rep. Kam Buckner (D-Chicago) penned an opinion piece that ran in the Chicago Tribune Tuesday morning explaining why he says the Bears should be paying more into the system, not less.
Cubs to host public tribute for Ryne Sandberg at Gallagher Way on Aug. 22
The Cubs will honor late Hall of Famer Ryne Sandberg later this month at Wrigley Field, following his death in July.
Dana White says UFC hosting first-ever White House fight on July 4
UFC CEO Dana White confirmed plans for a July 4, 2026 fight at the White House to mark America's 250th birthday.
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Chicago nonprofit Ignite helping youth experiencing homelessness rebuild lives
Using an orange mobile outreach van, Ignite travels around the city to bring services to young people experiencing homelessness.
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.
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Trump visits Kennedy Center and announces honorees. See the full list.
President Trump announced this year's "truly exceptional class" of Kennedy Center Honorees and said he will host the annual ceremony himself.
Illinois rep. not ready to back tax break for Bears' Arlington Hts. stadium
Illinois state Rep. Kam Buckner (D-Chicago) penned an opinion piece that ran in the Chicago Tribune Tuesday morning explaining why he says the Bears should be paying more into the system, not less.
As CPS budget deadline looms, interim chief resisting $300 million loan
Classes start in less than a week for Chicago Public Schools students, and in less than a day, the district will unveil its budget proposal for the upcoming school year.
Chicago firefighters' union reaches tentative deal after 4-year contract battle
The union representing Chicago's rank-and-file firefighters has reached a tentative contract agreement with the city, which if approved would end four years of negotiations.
Gov. JB Pritzker signs Sonya Massey Act, reforming police hiring in Illinois
Gov. JB Pritzker on Tuesday is expected to sign new legislation requiring more thorough background checks before hiring police officers, a law inspired by the shooting death of Sonya Massey.
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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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Chicago area health officials urge measles shots for kids
With school starting next week for thousands of students, health officials are urging parents to get their kids vaccinated.
Chicago reports first 3 human cases of West Nile virus in 2025
Chicago public health officials on Tuesday confirmed the city's first three human cases of West Nile virus in 2025.
After son dies, Indiana family urges vaccination for meningitis-causing bacteria
Sicknesses creep up with kids being in close quarters in school. With that in mind, a grieving Northwest Indiana family wants to share a message about vaccinating children.
Why is Instagram's new Map feature controversial, and should you disable it?
Instagram rolled out a new Map feature that lets users see their friends' locations in real time. Here's why privacy experts are concerned.
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.
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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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Trump visits Kennedy Center and announces honorees. See the full list.
President Trump announced this year's "truly exceptional class" of Kennedy Center Honorees and said he will host the annual ceremony himself.
Dana White says UFC hosting first-ever White House fight on July 4
UFC CEO Dana White confirmed plans for a July 4, 2026 fight at the White House to mark America's 250th birthday.
Taylor Swift announces 12th studio album, "The Life of a Showgirl"
Taylor Swift announced her 12th studio album, "The Life of a Showgirl," after a countdown tease on her website. She didn't say when it would be released.
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
Eddie Palmieri was the first Latino to win a Grammy and won seven more over a career spanning nearly 40 albums.
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Better Business Bureau warns of crooks targeting scam victims
In a cruel twist on common scams, the Better Business Bureau is warning the public about crooks who are targeting people who have already been victims of scammers before.
YouTube will use AI for age verification
YouTube announced it is planning to roll out a new AI age-estimation technology that will identify users under the age of 18.
Clarendon Hills hosts Little League World Series watch party for hometown team
The village of Clarendon Hills, Illinois, hosted a big watch party for their hometown team on Wednesday as they made their first appearance in the Little League World Series.
Wolfdogs in northern Wisconsin help veterans deal with PTSD
Wolfdogs in northern Wisconsin are helping war veterans deal with their post-traumatic stress disorder.
Cleaner at South Elgin school charged for threatening minors with knife
South Elgin police said a man working as a contracted cleaner at a District U-46 school was arrested and charged after he threatened minors with a knife Tuesday evening.
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CPD officers won't be charged with a crime in Dexter Reed shooting death
Cook County State's Attorney Eileen O'Neill Burke announced the Chicago police officers who killed Dexter Reed last year will not face criminal charges.
Crystal Lake neighbors furious after Airbnb guest caught in lewd act outside
Neighbors said they looked out their window to see the Airbnb guests next door brought more than luggage.
Cop who shot partner investigated for alleged attack on female officer at bar
The Chicago police officer who fatally shot late CPD officer Krystal Rivera is now being investigated for an assault on a female officer at Wicker Park bar over the weekend.
Wolfdogs in northern Wisconsin help veterans deal with PTSD
Wolfdogs in northern Wisconsin are helping war veterans deal with their post-traumatic stress disorder.
Caleb Williams, other starters will play in Bears' preseason game Sunday
Also playing Sunday will be newcomer Olamide Zaccheaus. The seventh-year wideout has been one of the stars of camp.
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Illinois rep. not ready to back tax break for Bears' Arlington Hts. stadium
Illinois state Rep. Kam Buckner (D-Chicago) penned an opinion piece that ran in the Chicago Tribune Tuesday morning explaining why he says the Bears should be paying more into the system, not less.
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.
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Caleb Williams, other starters will play in Bears' preseason game Sunday
Also playing Sunday will be newcomer Olamide Zaccheaus. The seventh-year wideout has been one of the stars of camp.
Rookie Troy Melton allows 1 hit as Tigers shut out White Sox
It was a series-clinching win for the Tigers, who advanced to 70-52 and extended a narrow lead over the Cleveland Guardians in the AL Central.
Clarendon Hills hosts watch party for Little League World Series debut
The village of Clarendon Hills, Illinois, hosted a big watch party for their hometown team on Wednesday as they made their first appearance in the Little League World Series.
White Sox score five in fifth inning to beat Tigers
Yoendrys Gómez struck out seven in five innings, and Edgar Quero had three hits and three RBIs.
Cubs lose to Blue Jays, have dropped 5 of 7
In their five losses, the Cubs scored a total of six runs.
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Former CPS dean sentenced to 22 years for sexually assaulting student
A former Chicago Public Schools dean has been sentenced to 22 years in prison, after he was convicted of repeatedly sexually assaulting a Little Village Lawndale High School student.
Chicago police warn of string of apartment burglaries in Oakland neighborhood
Police said a man broke into apartment buildings at least four times in a week, and damaged vending machines and laundry machines to steal the coins inside:
Man ordered held in shooting that wounded 2 in Aurora
Aaron Conley, 24, made his first appearance in DuPage County Court Tuesday after surrendering to police the day before.
Man charged in shooting that killed 1 teen, wounded another on West Side
Ortez Owens, 35, is charged with one count of first-degree murder and three counts of attempted murder.
Wisconsin woman found guilty 6 years after failed assassination in U.K.
Aimee Betro covered her face in a niqab as she climbed out of a car in 2019 and tried to shoot a man at point-blank range, prosecutors said.
