CPD, pro-Palestinian group seek deal on planned DNC protest routes Chicago police said they're looking to keep the peace by keeping the demonstrators at a safe distance from the convention site at the United Center. 1H ago Woman injured by fallen rusted Chicago light pole to get $1.25 million settlement Isabella Keating was sitting in her Jeep at a stop light in Streeterville on Feb. 25, 2020, when a rusted light pole came crashing down on her windshield, causing her a serious concussion. 1H ago $50 million settlement recommended for 4 men wrongfully convicted of 1995 double murder Charles Johnson, Larod Styles, Troshawn McCoy, and Lashawn Ezell were exonerated in 2017 of the murders of Khaled Ibrahim and Yousef Ali. 8H ago Mayor of Markham says pandemonium in Dolton is creeping into other communities Markham Mayor Roger Agpawa said he felt compelled to speak out about the cloud hanging over Dolton Mayor and Thornton Township Supervisor Henyard. 9H ago Attorneys for former Chicago Ald. Ed Burke seek to get some of his convictions overturned These are long-shot political moves aimed at trying to knock down convictions that are likely to put Burke behind bars for the rest of his life. 20H ago More Political News
Mariano's overcharges customers for Chicago's Checkout Bag Tax A shopper discovered 10-cent bag fee instead of a 7-cent tax on a recent receipt from Mariano's. Jun 5 Aldi recalls cream cheese spread sold in 28 states for possible salmonella contamination A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains. May 15 How is Illinois protecting consumers from solar energy scammers? Questions remain With more and more such companies popping up, and salespeople showing up on doorsteps, who is making sure they're legitimate? May 14 Elk Grove Village man says he got scammed by solar panel contractor It also happens that the contractor was on a list specifically provided by the state. May 13 Chicago City Council committee discusses solutions to rogue towing company crisis Alderpeople are looking to try to stop rogue towers from making thousands off drivers who thought they were signing their car away to someone they could trust. May 7 More Consumer News
Chicago public health officials declare end to measles outbreak Chicago had a total of 64 confirmed measles in April and March, but has had no new measles cases in two full incubation periods for the disease – or 42 days. May 30 UIC doctor develops app to detect mental illness just by using a smartphone "I asked myself if we can have a fitness tracker for the human body, why can't we have one for the human brain," said Dr. Alex Leow. May 29 Abortion providers in Indiana seek broader exemptions, no hospital-only requirement Planned Parenthood and other abortion providers are asking for a preliminary injunction expanding the medical exemptions and blocking the hospital-only requirement. May 29 Cook County officials aim to do more to reduce opioid overdose deaths Lawmakers applauded federal efforts to crack down on one of the most common opioids, illegal fentanyl. May 28 Powerful animal sedative likely cause of overdose spike in Chicago Chicago health officials said medetomidine has not previously been detected in Chicago. May 20 More Health News
Foxtrot to reopen some locations after abrupt closures Chicago-based Foxtrot has announced plans to reopen a number of locations following the grocery chain's abrupt closures earlier this spring. Jun 5 Springfield, Illinois Chuck E. Cheese location to retain animatronic band Earlier this month, Chuck E. Cheese President and Chief Executive Officer David McKillips told CBS News the company needed to keep up with the times and the interests of today's kids. May 31 Unions argue for overturning Wisconsin law that ended nearly all collective bargaining A law that drew massive protests and made Wisconsin the center of a national fight over union rights has returned to court, facing a new challenge from teachers and public workers brought after the state's Supreme Court flipped to liberal control. May 29 Grease fire at North Riverside mall forces closure of food court No one was hurt but the fire burned a charred area on the outside of the mall. May 23 More Business News
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When is the Chicago Blues Festival? What you need to know The Chicago Blues Festival, which will run from June 6 to June 9 at Millennium Park, will feature a performance by the legendary Buddy Guy. 18H ago Main auditorium of Music Box Theatre to close for upgrades this summer The main 740-seat auditorium will be closed from Monday, Aug. 12, until Wednesday, Sept. 4. Jun 4 Bulls, Blackhawks and White Sox games will soon air on new network The Chicago Sports Network, or CHSN, will launch in October with Blackhawks and Bulls preseason games, the teams announced. Jun 3 Jennifer Lopez cancels summer tour to spend time with family Jennifer Lopez was set to embark on a 30+ city tour to promote her new album "This is Me…Now," which dropped in February. May 31 Comedian Eddie Pepitone taping new special in Chicago In his fourth special, Pepitone gets to a new level of honesty in confronting his own battles but not without social commentary May 28 More in Entertainment
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Construction worker dies, another hurt after fall from scaffold in Hyde Park The accident happened around noon at East 57th Street and South Drexel Avenue. updated 11M ago Former DCFS worker Carlos Acosta sentenced to six months in case of A.J. Freund A former Illinois Department of Children and Family Services employee was sentenced to six months in prison in connection with the death of 5-year-old A.J. Freund. 2H ago Students rally for DePaul professor who was fired over assignment about war in Gaza An appeals board unanimously decided that by firing now-former adjunct professor Dr. Anne D'Aquino, DePaul violated her academic freedom. 1H ago Woman injured by fallen rusted Chicago light pole to get $1.25 million settlement Isabella Keating was sitting in her Jeep at a stop light in Streeterville on Feb. 25, 2020, when a rusted light pole came crashing down on her windshield, causing her a serious concussion. 1H ago Mayor of Markham says pandemonium in Dolton is creeping into other communities Markham Mayor Roger Agpawa said he felt compelled to speak out about the cloud hanging over Dolton Mayor and Thornton Township Supervisor Henyard. 9H ago More Latest News
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CPD body camera footage shows moments before deadly chase, crash At the time of the crash, the city had a strict police policy about when an officer can chase a fleeing vehicle. Jun 5 Mariano's overcharges customers for Chicago's Checkout Bag Tax A shopper discovered 10-cent bag fee instead of a 7-cent tax on a recent receipt from Mariano's. Jun 5 DCFS stops sending kids to Aunt Martha's after abuse allegations One man who worked at Aunt Martha's through a third-party security firm was charged with aggravated criminal sexual abuse against a 14-year-old girl. Jun 5 Illinois law would limit damages companies pay for biometric privacy violations Meanwhile, Target was just hit with a class-action lawsuit from Illinois shoppers, who say the retail giant used high-tech cameras to collect face scans of its customers. May 31 Video shows Chicago Police officer shooting, killing man's dog; COPA has questions The owner of the dog has already filed a lawsuit against the City of Chicago, the CPD and the officer in this case. May 28 More from CBS 2 Investigators
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Caleb Williams focused on making progress, avoiding repeat mistakes The Bears' first overall pick has shown flashes of his talent but also his struggles, which was to be expected. 56M ago Sky players say team was harassed by man at Washington hotel Chicago Sky players say a man with a camera harassed the team when it arrived at a hotel in Washington on Wednesday. 5H ago Cubs take second game of Crosstown Series in 13th straight loss for White Sox Mike Tauchman hit a game-ending homer for the Cubs. 19H ago Jaylon Johnson, Bears defense says they're ready to prove it in 2024 The Bears defense, especially the defensive backs, appeared confident and energized as the team continued their mandatory minicamp. 21H ago WNBA rescinds 2nd technical foul on Sky's Angel Reese The WNBA announced that it's rescinded the second technical foul on Chicago rookie Angel Reese that occurred with 2:31 left in the loss to the New York Liberty on Tuesday night. Jun 5 More Sports News
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Gilgo Beach suspect Rex Heuermann charged with killing 2 more women Suspected Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann is now charged with killing two more women, Sandra Costilla and Jessica Taylor, 10 years apart on Long Island. updated 18M ago Michigan man in viral "Zoom while driving" hearing never actually had a license, judge says Corey Harris, 44, went viral in May when he appeared in a virtual hearing for a suspended license charge while driving his car. 21H ago Woman, 71, stabbed in broad daylight near Union Station Her husband said she was walking their dog when a person randomly grabbed and stabbed her seven times. 2H ago Wisconsin warden, 8 staff members charged following probes into inmate deaths The warden of a maximum-security Wisconsin prison and eight members of his staff have been charged following investigations into the deaths of four inmates at the troubled facility over the past year. Jun 5 East Dubuque man gets life in prison for killing of Iowa grocery store worker An Illinois man has been sentenced to life in prison for killing an Iowa grocery store worker in what police called a "random act of violence.". Jun 5 More Crime News
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