All clear issued, libraries reopen after bomb threat, active shooter hoax in Aurora
The district says it will provide updated information on its website.
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The district says it will provide updated information on its website.
Three libraries in Aurora and one in Evanston were evacuated as police investigate the threats. Another threat in Addison was deemed unfounded.
Over the years, a man-eating plant from outer space has brought cheers and fears to countless audiences.
The child was taken to a local hospital with serious injuries. The driver of the truck was not injured.
The group filled more than 1,000 kits for elementary, middle, and high school students.
Community volunteers in Aurora spent Wednesday night packing school supplies for the city's biggest and longest-running school supply bash.
If you ever wondered what wedding dresses looked like from long ago, there’s an exhibit in Aurora where you can see them in person. John Jaros, executive director of the Aurora Historical Society, spoke with CBS 2 about the unique collection
The locations in Daley Plaza and Aurora will close on Christmas Eve, but the one next to Wrigley Field will stay open through New Year's Eve.
All three Christkindlmarkets – at Daley Plaza, at Gallagher Way outside Wrigley Field, and at RiverEdge Park in Aurora – are set to open Nov. 17.
Starting at 1 p.m., people in the west suburb will enjoy live music, traditional food, and activities.
It's all happening on the Riverfront, located at 129 Water St.
CBS 2’s Marybel González talked Wednesday night with victim Nathan Otero’s mother about his life-changing injuries.
CBS 2's Marybel González talked Wednesday night with Nathan Otero's mother about his life-changing injuries.
The City Council voted 10-1 Tuesday to modify the zoning and move forward with the project.
The City Council voted 10-1 Tuesday to modify the zoning and move forward with the project.
On Monday, Bears Chief Executive Officer Kevin Warren called the Bears' plans to move to Arlington Heights a "stalemate."
Aurora officials said they sent a letter of interest to the Bears, asking them to consider Illinois’ second-largest city as a viable relocation option.
The crash happened in the 1900 block of Liberty Street.
It's part of a partnership between the city and several local black fraternities and sororities.
The department said the squad will be on display at several scheduled community events and used on patrols.
The city hosted a big reveal on Wednesday. You could see traditional African colors and designs emblazoned on the squad. The community and police officers were all on hand to celebrate.
Hundreds of people will celebrate LGBTQ Pride Month in the western suburbs.
The city expects this year's pride festivities to be even more special since Aurora's first LGBTQ advisory board was established last August.
Starting at 11 a.m., the mayor and the newly formed LGBTQ advisory board will gather for a raising of the progressive pride flag.
Starting at 11 a.m., the mayor and the newly formed LGBTQ advisory board will gather for a raising of the progressive pride flag.
Lundeen's family said she had contacted them from her cellphone and may have been in distress.
The governor attended a roundtable discussion Monday morning at Harold Washington College regarding how the Trump administraiton's immigration enforcement effort is impacting students.
A Wisconsin state senator who came in third in the Democratic primary for governor in 2018 is running again.
CBS News looked at the cost of producing coal, gas, nuclear, wind and solar energy to determine which is the cheapest.
Chicago man Craig Nash is celebrating his 63rd birthday by walking 63,000 steps and he hopes the community will join him.
A Wisconsin state senator who came in third in the Democratic primary for governor in 2018 is running again.
Lisa Cook sued the Trump administration to block her firing, the first time a president has sought to remove a member of the seven-person board of governors.
"We have a framework for a TikTok deal," Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said after talks with Chinese officials in Spain.
Edgar remained active in political and economic matters in Illinois in the more than 25 years since he left public office.
Aaron Jaffe — a renowned former Illinois state lawmaker, judge and chairman of the Illinois Gaming Board — passed away last week.
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.
Osher Center executive director Dr. Melinda Ring said there are many ways that food impacts all of our lives and health. She explained what using food as medicine looks like.
When it comes to speaking to kids about current events such as immigration enforcement, and concerns they may have about friends of themselves, what do you say?
The Chicago Department of Public Health said that life expectancy has grown in Chicago for the third consecutive year — reaching 78.7 years in 2023.
Four physicians, who recently resigned from the CDC in protest, tell "Sunday Morning" they believe HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is jeopardizing the nation's public health.
The Chicago Breast Cancer Research Consortium is a first-of-its-kind collaboration, uniting all three nationally recognized hospitals to work on research together.
Chicago-based sandwich maker Potbelly is being acquired by the gas station and convenience store chain RaceTrac for $566 million.
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.
Netflix's "Adolescence" won big at the 77th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards on Sunday, earning six awards, including best limited series.
Don't miss a moment of the 2025 Emmys. Here's how to watch the action live, from the red carpet to the awards show.
At the first showing of "Ashland Avenue," every audience member got a commemorative gift — and one person got a "Golden Ticket," or two free season passes.
Rick Davies, lead singer and co-founder of Supertramp, has died of cancer at 81. The British band says he left "an indelible mark on rock music history."
Want to watch the 2025 VMAs live tonight? Here's how to catch the red carpet interviews and star-studded performances.
As remembrances continue for murdered political activist Charlie Kirk, lawmakers on both sides of the aisle have said they are concerned about their safety, and many said it's time to address what they call the radicalization of people online. President Trump plans to attend Kirk's funeral in Arizona.
TV's biggest night saw surprise wins for Katherine Lanasa in "The Pitt," Jeff Hiller for "Somebody Somewhere," and Tramell Tillman and Britt Lower in "Severance," plus sweeps by "The Studio" and "Adolescence." We sat down with Entertainment Tonight to break it all down.
Meteorologist Brandon Roux has your 11 a.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Monday, Sept. 15, 2025.
Gov. JB Pritzker said Monday he expects U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations to continue in the Chicago area as the Trump administration cracks down on illegal immigration.
Two of the four men were also taken into police custody after the shootout in the North Austin neighborhood. Darius Johnson reports.
The shelter-in-place order has been lifted but three armed men remains at large.
The Trump administration has drastically increased immigration enforcement in Chicago in a program dubbed "Operation Midway Blitz." Here are the latest updates.
Lundeen's family said she had contacted them from her cellphone and may have been in distress.
Two of the men wounded by gunfire were believed to be the initial shooters, and were taken into police custody.
A ground stop was issued at 6:42 a.m. and was over by 7:25 a.m. But flight delays persisted.
What do barbecued monkey, ostrich eggs, and whale meat sausage have in common? They've all recently been seized by U.S. Customs and Border Protection specialists at O'Hare Airport.
West Garfield Park residents are excited to learn that a new EV charging station is coming to their area at the end of the month.
Fear has been spreading fast in Chicago's immigrant community since the Trump administration officially launched its deportation effort, dubbed Operation Midway Blitz.
The Department of Homeland Security on Monday announced plans for ramped-up immigration enforcement in Chicago this week, in an effort dubbed Operation Midway Blitz.
To combat crime in the South Loop, the Cook County Sheriff's Office opened up a substation at Roosevelt and State. However, many were unsure if it had actually opened.
Miguel Vargas had two hits, including an RBI double in the fourth inning.
Ian Happ homered and Michael Busch doubled for the Cubs, who have won four of five and lead for the top NL wild card.
The Detroit Lions host the Chicago Bears on Sunday afternoon, with both teams searching for their first win of the 2025-2026 season.
The Detroit Lions will host the Chicago Bears at Ford Field in Week 2 of the 2025 NFL season Sunday. Here's where you can watch.
Ben Meek and assistant Coach Joe Pardun both have types of a rare disorder called neurofibromatosis. The walk helps raise money and awareness about the disorder.
Camera footage showed all three suspects entering the pawn shop while wearing distinctive clothing, police said.
The Will County Sheriff's office issued a shelter-in-place order for the area of Harlem Avenue and Vollmer Road. The order has since been lifted.
A witness reported hearing a loud noise and seeing the victim on the ground.
The 17-year-old boy was outside in the 5000 block of North Winthrop Avenue when eight men he didn't know walked up to him and opened fire in his direction, police said.
Two of the men wounded by gunfire were believed to be the initial shooters, and were taken into police custody.
