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CBS 2 Investigator Dorothy Tucker introduces us to one face in the front lines of the Black Lives Matter movement – activist Kwyn Townsend Riley.
February is Black History Month and CBS Chicago is proud to celebrate the culture, heritage and history of the Black community.
Law enforcement responded to an active shooter at Minneapolis' Annunciation Catholic School Wednesday morning.
Crime scene tape was blocking streets near 58th Street and Shields Avenue in the Englewood neighborhood.
President Trump on Tuesday claimed, "I have the right to do anything I want" as Chicago waits to see if he will follow through with his threat to send National Guard troops.
Some students were not pleased at all when they found the exterior doors gone from most of the men's and women's restrooms on the very first day back to class this year.
Chicago police are still looking for whoever's responsible for antisemitic graffiti in Hyde Park.
A Wisconsin man has been sentenced to 89 days in jail for faking his own drowning to meet a woman in the country of Georgia.
Xavier Tousant, 22, was charged with one felony count of first-degree murder.
No arrests have been made, and the circumstances surrounding the shooting are unknown at this time.
Justin Verlander finally won at home for the first time since joining the Giants.
Some municipalities have decided to keep the tax in place at the municipal level, on the grounds that they need the revenue.
This summer, many West Side residents had their homes inundated after significant rain on July 25. Some got hit again last week.
Questions have arisen about the future of Illinois' criminal detention system, in light of President Trump's executive order to bring back cash bail.
A coalition of organizers in Chicago were joined by Mayor Brandon Johnson to announce Labor Day rally and march called "Workers Over Billionaires."
A company that installs license plate-detecting cameras to aid law enforcement has halted operations with federal agencies because of ongoing concerns among officials in Illinois and elsewhere.
Some municipalities have decided to keep the tax in place at the municipal level, on the grounds that they need the revenue.
Some local gas stations as of Tuesday afternoon were posting prices of $4 per gallon for regular unleaded, and more than $5 for premium.
Many drivers are as frustrated with the unexplained spike in their auto insurance as they are with congestion on the roads.
The Arlington Heights Village Board on Monday night approved a new 5% streaming tax.
Morton Grove slapped the seller with code violations after the sale to the Hovey family was completed, which prevented them from getting a deed.
Illinois is one of 20 states now suing the Trump administration for withholding grant money for crime victims. In Illinois, $54 million goes to provide services for crime victims. Workers warn many will now be left behind.
A Chicago rock climber was grounded by a scary medical issue — a cyst in her brain. But a friendly face in the operating room helped Sophie Lin get to the gym again.
With school starting next week for thousands of students, health officials are urging parents to get their kids vaccinated.
Chicago public health officials on Tuesday confirmed the city's first three human cases of West Nile virus in 2025.
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.
A company that installs license plate-detecting cameras to aid law enforcement has halted operations with federal agencies because of ongoing concerns among officials in Illinois and elsewhere.
A Wisconsin man has pleaded guilty to smuggling lab equipment to Russian companies in violation of U.S. sanctions.
Some of the fans who received the email have long histories with the team, and there are a lot of concerns.
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.
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%.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announced the news of their engagement with photos on Instagram.
Oasis won't be in Chicago for another two days, but you can get merch from their tour now.
A Maryland ticket broker is accused of illegally purchasing and reselling hundreds of thousands of tickets for profit, including thousands to Taylor Swift's highly-sought Eras Tour.
President Trump announced this year's "truly exceptional class" of Kennedy Center Honorees and said he will host the annual ceremony himself.
UFC CEO Dana White confirmed plans for a July 4, 2026 fight at the White House to mark America's 250th birthday.
Chicago firefighters rescued a dog from an apartment fire on Ellis Avenue in the city's Chatham neighborhood.
A shooting was reported at Annunciation Catholic School in south Minneapolis. Officials confirmed the shooter is contained.
President Donald Trump is hosting a "large meeting" on Gaza. While ceasefire negotiations continue.. The United Nations human rights spokesperson condemned Israel's killing of journalists in Gaza.
Chicago police are still looking for whoever's responsible for antisemitic graffiti in Hyde Park.
Get ready for Labor Day weekend with travel editor Peter Greenberg.
Law enforcement responded to an active shooter at Minneapolis' Annunciation Catholic School Wednesday morning.
Crime scene tape was blocking streets near 58th Street and Shields Avenue in the Englewood neighborhood.
President Trump on Tuesday claimed, "I have the right to do anything I want" as Chicago waits to see if he will follow through with his threat to send National Guard troops.
Some students were not pleased at all when they found the exterior doors gone from most of the men's and women's restrooms on the very first day back to class this year.
Chicago police are still looking for whoever's responsible for antisemitic graffiti in Hyde Park.
Questions have arisen about the future of Illinois' criminal detention system, in light of President Trump's executive order to bring back cash bail.
Anthony Filomena said his firing by the Chicago Blackhawks has made it difficult to find another job in public relations.
In an exclusive interview, a whistleblower said the mental health crews want to work — but are being held back from helping people by limited hours and red tape.
Illinois is one of 20 states now suing the Trump administration for withholding grant money for crime victims. In Illinois, $54 million goes to provide services for crime victims. Workers warn many will now be left behind.
Neighbors in Lincoln Park said mail trucks parked as far as the eye can see along busy Clark Street aren't just taking up valuable parking, but potentially putting students in danger while they walk to school.
Justin Verlander finally won at home for the first time since joining the Giants.
Colson Montgomery homered for the fourth consecutive game, and fellow rookie Kyle Teel had three hits and an RBI for the White Sox.
The Crosstown Classic series will be at Rate Field May 15-17, and Wrigley Field Aug. 17-19.
The running back room is running low on healthy bodies — with week one of the regular season right around the corner.
For the first time in their history, the Chicago White Sox will open their season next year against a National League opponent when they visit the Milwaukee Brewers on Opening Day on March 26.
As many as 20 people were injured in a shooting at Annunciation Catholic School in south Minneapolis Wednesday morning, according to two federal law enforcement sources.
Danya Bell, 29, was charged with one felony count of causing child endangerment and death.
Chicago police are investigating after a large group burglarized the Nordstrom in River North Sunday evening.
At a news conference Monday afternoon on reported plans by President Trump to send the military to Chicago, state and city leaders forcefully rejected the notion. "Mr. President, do not come to Chicago," said Gov. JB Pritzker.
Police said the suspect attempted to flee the scene in a gray sedan and hit a pole.
