Columbia protests continue after more than 100 arrested
Pro-Palestinian demonstrators reoccupied Columbia University's main lawn for a fourth day of protests in Upper Manhattan.
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Pro-Palestinian demonstrators reoccupied Columbia University's main lawn for a fourth day of protests in Upper Manhattan.
For the second time this year, anti-Semitic flyers were found recently on the hoods of cars in the Lincoln Park neighborhood. CBS 2's Sabrina Franza reports.
This is not the first time such a thing has happened in the community.
Around 50 such flyers were found along Magnolia Avenue on a two-and-a-half-block stretch around Webster Avenue – where Ald. Brian Hopkins (2nd) says several Jewish families reside. CBS 2's Marybel Gonzalez reports.
A spokesperson said Northwestern would respond to the department and cooperate with the investigation.
Claudine Gay announced her resignation Tuesday in a letter addressed to the Harvard community.
The University of Pennsylvania’s president, one of three university leaders bashed by critics for their testimony to Congress last week about hate speech, has agreed to step down. Two others, the presidents of Harvard and M.I.T., are also under pressure.
Liz Magill and Scott Bok, two top leaders at the University of Pennsylvania, resigned Saturday after days of criticism and pressure from donors, alumni and Jewish community members following Magill's comments in a Congressional hearing on campus antisemitism.
Liz Magill came under fire this week after a hearing in Congress where university presidents were asked about antisemitism on college campuses.
Pro-Israel and pro-Palestine rallies have been seen at universities across the Chicago area.
CBS 2’s Charlie De Mar on Tuesday looked into what local schools and students said they are dealing with.
Colleges and universities have been criticized for their handling of antisemitic incidents since the Oct. 7 terrorist attack by Hamas on Israel.
The pizzeria owner released these surveillance images of that individual wearing a light-colored jacket and hooded sweatshirt approaching the business on Gross Point Road at around 5:30 p.m. on Thursday.
Police say around 12:33 p.m. an unknown person placed cardboard with antisemitic messages written about them on several windshields, in the 5400 block of West Wilson Avenue.
Hate crimes are being reported more frequently - even though it is believed that they're still very much underreported in Illinois. CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey reports.
CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey has been combing through the new report, which highlights a rise in antisemitism, incidents involving white supremacists, and attacks on LGBTQ+ businesses. CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey reports.
Police said the suspect was taken into custody on Tuesday.
The School of the Art Institute of Chicago announced on Thursday it has rescinded the honorary degree given to Ye, the artist formally known as Kanye West, citing his recent controversial remarks.
This comes after antisemitic marks he has made, up to and including praising Hitler.
Police said at 5 p.m. Wednesday, a "a group of unknown offenders" got on a school bus and threatened a boy.
A mural depicting Ye, best known as Kanye West, was painted over in the West Loop neighborhood in light of recent controversial comments made by the rap star.
Sports apparel giant calls the rapper's recent remarks about Jewish people "unacceptable, hateful and dangerous."
The Holocaust Museum of Los Angeles said it has been flooded with antisemitic messages after Kanye West rejected their offer of a private tour.
Hateful, racist graffiti was discovered Friday at Oak Park and River Forest High School, and now police are getting involved.
A former employee at a youth center in St. Charles, Illinois, has been charged after allegedly having a sexual relationship with a young man.
Giorgio Armani, the renowned Italian fashion designer, has died at age 91, his company says in a statement.
The "koala-ty" residents will leave by the end of October.
Police have not confirmed if the burglaries were connected.
Local Latino organizations will hold a rally on Thursday afternoon to protest the Trump Administration.
Vice President JD Vance said Wednesday the federal government has "no immediate plans" to send National Guard forces to Chicago, an idea floated by President Trump.
Chicago's Metropolitan Peace Initiatives is running table exercises and trainings to learn how to encounter federal agents should they come to Chicago.
Gov. Pritzker said he believes the Trump administration has chosen to drastically ramp up immigration enforcement in September because of the city's Mexican Independence Day celebrations.
President Trump suggested he's planning to send National Guard troops to Chicago, in what could be the latest salvo in his controversial push to use federal forces to address crime.
Gov. JB Pritzker on Tuesday said the Trump administration has begun preparations to deploy National Guard troops in Chicago, including members of the Texas National Guard.
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.
The Chicago Breast Cancer Research Consortium is a first-of-its-kind collaboration, uniting all three nationally recognized hospitals to work on research together.
Health experts said they are concerned that the new guidelines set this week by the FDA will create extra steps and potential obstacles to get the shot.
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.
The other two American Science & Surplus stores, in the west Chicago suburb of Geneva and in Milwaukee, may stay open as employee-owned and operated businesses.
The private equity firm Sycamore Partners has completed its acquisition of Walgreens, ending the drugstore chain's run as a publicly traded company.
Accessories retailer Claire's just revealed a list of hundreds of stores it will close as part of its Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings.
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.
The choir has been making Chicago proud with their run on "America's Got Talent," and this week, voters advanced them to the semifinals.
The sold-out show kicked off at 7:30 p.m. Chicago is one of only three U.S. cities on the band's world tour.
Fans have been eager to learn everything they can ever since Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announced their engagement in a joint post.
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.
Chicago native and author of “The House on Mango Street” Sandra Cisneros joined Audrina Sinclair ahead of the 40th annual Printers Row Lit Fest. She credits her writing to reading books from the Chicago Public Library with her mom growing up.
A string of burglaries was reported at smoke shops overnight in Chicago. Police have not confirmed if the incidents are connected.
17 people were killed and 21 others were injured when a streetcar derailed in Lisbon, Portugal.
Former Congressman Luis Gutierrez said they will be urging Mexican, Latino, and Chicago residents to push back on the president's threats in a peaceful manner. It's part of the "Don't Take the Bait" campaign.
Meteorologist Laura Bannon is tracking cooler temperatures.
The Chaos Divers team travels the country looking for cars involved in cold cases. This week, they have been traveling the Chicago River system.
Local Latino organizations will hold a rally on Thursday afternoon to protest the Trump Administration.
Leaders in west suburban Broadview said federal immigration officials have contacted them, confirming a large-scale enforcement operation beginning soon.
Police have not confirmed if the burglaries were connected.
A former employee at a youth center in St. Charles, Illinois, has been charged after allegedly having a sexual relationship with a young man.
This Labor Day weekend was much more violent than those of recent years — driven in part by mass shootings.
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.
The Braves scored four times on four hits and a walk in the seventh after Cubs rookie Cade Horton and reliever Ben Brown did not give up a hit through six innings.
The two-time WNBA All-Star told The Chicago Tribune that she "might have to move in a different direction and do what's best for me" if the team doesn't improve its outlook.
The Sky (10-30) improved to 6-15 at home, while Connecticut (10-31) dropped to 4-17 on the road this season.
Johnson is hopeful the growth Williams has shown in camp shows up next Monday night against the Minnesota Vikings.
The Chicago Stars FC is moving out of Bridgeview, Illinois, and into the north suburbs for their 2026 season.
Alex Tuider walked into his business this past Friday morning to find thieves had used a crowbar to break down the front door and steal $25,000 worth of cards.
One of the seven people who lost their lives to gun violence in Chicago this Labor Day weekend had become a community fixture in the Pilsen neighborhood.
A man broke into three homes between 2 a.m. and 3 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 30, forcing his way through the back door and kitchen window.
In each incident, the robbers targeted lone victims on park property, and ripped away the gold chains or necklaces, police said.
This Labor Day weekend was much more violent than those of recent years — driven in part by mass shootings.
