Bears hire Declan Doyle as offensive coordinator, Dennis Allen as defensive coordinator
Doyle becomes the youngest current coordinator in the NFL.
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Doyle becomes the youngest current coordinator in the NFL.
From a standing ovation for the Bears' new head coach, Ben Johnson, to a shop taking cotton candy to another level. Here's what caught Jackie Kostek and Kylee Miller's eye this week.
Randle El, a product of Thornton Township High School, has spent the last four seasons coaching star receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown.
"Our mission, starting this spring, is to win and to win now," Johnson said at his introductory news conference.
Johnson is excited to take charge of a roster “loaded” with talented players, including Caleb Williams. Matt Zahn reports.
The Chicago Bears will formally introduce Johnson during a press conference on Wednesday.
Johnson's hire has energized a much-maligned franchise and a win-starved fan base.
Mike Vrabel snagged the first interview with the Bears last week, but it came as no surprise that he is going back to the New England Patriots as their head coach.
Both Johnson and Glenn have been looked at as top candidates this cycle, and for good reason.
General manager Ryan Poles said the bears will "cast a wide net." At least 15 names have emerged for potential interviews.
Arizona Cardinals offensive coordinator Drew Petzking was also reportedly up first for a virtual interview Wednesday.
It was made clear that Poles is the point person in charge of the head coaching search—one that will be extensive in order to get right.
It was made clear that GM Ryan Poles is the point person in charge of the head coaching search for the Chicago Bears—one that will be extensive in order to get right. Jori Parys reports.
There remains a question of where exactly ground will be broken for the stadium.
Chicago Bears President Kevin Warren wants to break ground for a new stadium this year.
Interim coach Thomas Brown will get an interview, and while it seems unlikely he'll get the job, he made his case for why he believes he deserves a shot.
The search for a new head coach will be a major focus now, and Interim Coach Thomas Brown said he is getting an interview. But as Matt Zahn reports, it is considered unlikely that Brown will get the job.
The Bears (5-12) beat the Packers for the first time since 2018 and ended an 11-game losing streak in this rivalry.
Rose will become the fifth Bulls player to receive the franchise honor during the ceremony that will be announced later.
The Chicago Bears may not be having a miracle season, but fans were dealt a small consolation Thursday after one of the beleaguered team's players was named to join this year's Pro Bowl Games.
Williams came to the defense of his much-maligned offensive line ahead of the Bears final game of the season.
While others may spread blame around a disappointing Bears team, the only finger rookie quarterback Caleb Williams is pointing is at himself. Matt Zahn reports.
From the firings of three head coaches to a rivalry that got a little physical, we're counting down the top sports stories that people are still talking about, along with a few some may have forgotten.
The Bears (4-12) have two double-digit losing streaks in general manager Ryan Poles' three seasons.
Caleb Williams threw for 334 yards and two touchdowns following a string of shaky performances for the Bears.
Axhi was brought to the zoo in 1995 after being orphaned as a cub when hunters killed his mother.
Chicago police said fire crews recovered the victim from the water around 3 a.m. Saturday morning.
Donnie Bell, 59, is accused of stabbing another man on Thursday in the South Shore neighborhood.
A 25-year-old woman was killed and a 23-year-old woman was hurt in a shooting inside an apartment building in the South Shore neighborhood Friday night.
Dansby Swanson hit two homers and drove in a season-high six runs as the Chicago Cubs beat the Colorado Rockies 11-7 to keep pace with NL Central-leading Milwaukee.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker told CBS News that President Trump has "other aims" aside from fighting crime, as he vows to crack down in Chicago.
A federal appeals court said many of the tariffs imposed by President Trump on dozens of countries earlier this year are not legally permissible, but didn't halt them.
Chicago is staring down a projected budget deficit of over $1 billion for 2026, weeks after the mayor warned city finances are "at the point of no return."
A conservative justice on the Wisconsin Supreme Court says she will not seek reelection, creating an open race for a seat on the court that's controlled 4-3 by liberals.
GOP Sen. Joni Ernst of Iowa is expected to announce next week she's not running for reelection in 2026.
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.
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.
Some of the fans who received the email have long histories with the team, and there are a lot of concerns.
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.
Fred Hampton Jr. talks about the street naming ceremony that coincides with what would have been his father's 77th birthday on Saturday.
CBS News Chicago weekends is taking you to Lakeview, where a business is helping neighbors find their personal peace. Abby Phelps of Club Pilates Lakeview talks more about the new facility.
Walgreens and CVS Pharmacy are limiting access to the COVID-19 vaccine as the companies attempt to follow state guidance that requires approvals from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
A man and woman, both 35, were standing outside when they heard loud noise and felt pain, police said.
Axhi was nearly 31 years old and was brought to the zoo in 1995.
Violence intervention groups across the city said they are ramping up their efforts to stop crime over the Labor Day weekend.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker told CBS News that President Trump has "other aims" aside from fighting crime, as he vows to crack down in Chicago.
A 25-year-old woman was killed and a 23-year-old woman was hurt in a shooting inside an apartment building in the South Shore neighborhood Friday night.
Cynthia Myers and Cheiah Amidoubimba Fall were broken apart just over a year after getting married.
Axhi was brought to the zoo in 1995 after being orphaned as a cub when hunters killed his mother.
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.
Dansby Swanson hit two homers and drove in a season-high six runs as the Chicago Cubs beat the Colorado Rockies 11-7 to keep pace with NL Central-leading Milwaukee.
Hank Beatty returned a punt 69 yards for a third-quarter touchdown and broke Red Grange's 102-year-old Illinois record for yards on punt returns to help the No. 11 Illini rout Western Illinois 52-3 on Friday night to open the season.
Trent Grisham hit a grand slam, Carlos Rodón pitched six effective innings and the New York Yankees beat the Chicago White Sox 10-2 for their season-high sixth consecutive win.
The Yankees homered for the sixth straight game, with 18 total in that span.
Willy Adames homered twice, Jung Hoo Lee singled in the winning run in the ninth inning and the San Francisco Giants beat the Chicago Cubs 4-3 to complete a three-game sweep.
Illinois State Police said at 7:31 p.m., troopers were called for shots fired on the inbound Eisenhower at 25th Avenue in Broadview.
The 12-year-old boy was shot in the chest, the 15-year-old boy in the hip.
Officers were pursuing the driver for hitting several Chicago police vehicles.
Police said the incident stemmed from a stolen vehicle pursuit, and the suspect ran off on foot and entered a home.
Two children were killed and 18 other people were injured when the shooter opened fire at Annunciation Catholic Church during a Mass.
