Zoo Helping Animals Keep Cool During Heat Wave
At the Lincoln Park Zoo, both the animals and those who came to visit them coped with the heat wave.
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At the Lincoln Park Zoo, both the animals and those who came to visit them coped with the heat wave.
A researcher is finding creativity comes from the bottom up when it comes to chimps: at the Lincoln Park Zoo.
It's at least a week early. But there it was in Lincoln Park. A scarlet tanager.
Whether you want to learn about compost or find out how you can save an endangered species, the Chicagoland area has numerous activities planned for Earth Day.
Celebrating Easter in Chicago should be something for the entire family. Check out some of the Easter-themed activities that cater towards families with children this Easter and make it memorable for everyone, regardless of their age.
Bushbabies are tiny primates native to Southern Africa, and are exceedingly rare in zoos.
It was just over a week ago that Lincoln Park Zoo's baby gorilla was found seriously injured. CBS 2's Ed Curran reports the three month old is improving.
Lincoln Park zoo has a dedicated hospital where the gorilla baby is being cared for.
Cabin fever got you down? Get out and enjoy some of the best winter happenings Chicago has to offer. From sleepovers at the zoo to hockey at Soldier Field, here's a round up of 5 things to do in the city this season.
Once you've pushed yourself to brave the lower temperatures, you'll find that Chicago does have some fun winter activities to offer.
Zoo officials say the baby girl appears to be in good health and is doing well.
Chicago might be known for its summer festivals but fall can be just as exciting for family fun. Check out the great fall family getaways in Chicago and make the most of the changing season.
There's a new addition to the family at Lincoln Park Zoo, which has announced the birth of a baby western lowland gorilla.
A historic ship that has been looking for a Chicago home for years may finally get its chance.
A new baby zebra was born at the Lincoln Park Zoo this week, and the zoo wants your help in naming him.
The Lincoln Park Zoo is celebrating the birth of a new baby monkey, whom you can see at the zoo's Helen Brach Primate House.
The Lincoln Park Zoo can now count three more examples of one of the world's rarest birds among its residents.
A gorilla named JoJo has traded the north lakefront for the southwest suburbs, as he takes over the leadership and breeding roles at Brookfield Zoo.
As if a stroll through Lincoln Park on a fine day weren't enough to convince Chicagoans that city summers are a more than adequate payback for the preceding winter, there are innumerable jewels nestled within the landscape to ensure that great things await you at every turn. Peaceful gardens and ponds, historic buildings and statues, playlots and paths abound, and in the middle of it all is a world-class (and free!) zoo...
Police are warning motorists who park near Lincoln Park Zoo of a spate of recent burglaries to cars parked there.
The next three weeks kick off spring break for hundreds of thousands of students all over the Chicago area. So on Thursday, the Wright family, like many families in the area, is looking for something to do, without spending a lot of money.
You could spend a small fortune going to a movie or sending the kids to day camp, but we've compiled a list of free, inexpensive and exciting activities to take you through the weekend. Be sure to double check the website for what's included. You may still need to pay for special activities or parking. So pack up the kids and pack a lunch and have a great winter break.
Though summer seems like a distant dream during February in Chicago, summer camp registration is in full swing! Here's a list of only a few notable summer camps in the Chicagoland area among the many, many (did I say many? Because I mean many!) camps offered. Be sure to click over to the websites to get all the details of registration, ages and dates!
Adelor the African lion, one of the most popular animals at the Lincoln Park Zoo, has passed away.
Here's a guide of the Best Santa's to visit in the Chicago area – and where and when you can bring your kids of all ages to sit on his lap.
Bolingbrook police said preliminary investigation indicated that an SUV traveling northbound on Grady attempted to cross Veterans Parkway when it was hit by a sedan traveling westbound on Veterans Parkway.
In a post on X, Gov. JB Pritzker said that 400 members of the Texas National Guard will be deployed to Illinois, Oregon, and other locations within the U.S.
The fire moved quickly through a soybean field, as strong southerly winds pushed the flames through dry crop residue, creating fast-moving fire behavior, fire officials said.
Cubs manager Craig Counsell announced that Shota Imanaga will start Monday night's game.
Neighbors at the South Shore building said they're concerned about what happened in their building and to their neighbors.
The memo said the guard troops would "protect U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Federal Protective Service, and other U.S. government personnel."
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker said in a statement on Saturday that the Trump administration intends to federalize 300 Illinois National Guard members.
The plan called for Hamas to return all Israeli hostages and for the Israeli military to begin withdrawing from parts of the Gaza Strip in phases.
President Trump said Friday that he is issuing a Sunday evening deadline for Hamas to agree to a U.S. peace proposal, backed by the Israeli government, to end the war in Gaza.
The 2025 government shutdown stretched into its fourth day on Saturday, with the Senate again failing to advance competing proposals to end the impasse.
Insurance companies are increasingly using drones and aerial surveillance to snap photos of home, then reviewed by AI, to inform underwriting. That can cause mistakes, like the one that affected a homeowner in Kane County, Illinois.
Beginning Monday, homeowners in Cook County can apply for a chunk of $15 million as part of a property tax relief program.
Marilyn Hagerty, the North Dakota newspaper columnist whose earnest review of her local Olive Garden became a social media sensation, has died.
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.
Two cases of Legionnaires' disease have been linked to a Chicago-area nursing facility, and people nearby are being warned to watch out for symptoms.
We know how important clean water is, but tricky chemicals that get into our water can be hard to detect, posing dangers to our water systems and our health – until now.
The adult patient was in the southwest Chicago suburb of Crestwood, according to the Cook County Department of Public Health.
The Lurie facility at 1895 Arbor Glen Blvd. in Schaumburg will begin seeing patients this week.
The treatment involved a patient with uveal melanoma — a rare cancer of the eye — that had spread to the patient's liver.
The Central Area Plan 2045 seeks to transform and invest in the downtown area.
The grocery store chain came to an agreement with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission to make the payout.
American Science & Surplus has also closed its warehouse and its online sales.
The CRSP was created at what is now the U of C's Booth School of Business more than 65 years ago.
A charity that accepted donations of vehicles that would pay for breast cancer screenings for low-income patients agreed Thursday to pay a $3.8 million fine and to restrictions on future fundraising activities in 19 U.S. states, including Colorado.
Later this month, Bell Avenue between 91st Street and 92nd Place will be designated Honorary George Wendt Way.
The NFL, Apple Music and Roc Nation announced Bad Bunny will lead the 2026 Super Bowl halftime festivities at Levi's Stadium on Feb. 8 in Santa Clara, California.
Rocki Irish Mayers was born on Sept. 13, according to Rihanna's caption on Instagram.
Jimmy Kimmel returned to his late-night show just less than a week after network broadcaster ABC pulled "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" over remarks he made about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
News of Carroll's death was shared on social media early Monday by multiple friends and collaborators.
Spirits are flying high in Albuquerque, New Mexico, for Day 2 of the city's annual International Balloon Fiesta. The nine-day fest attracts over 800,000 visitors, eager to watch the balloons, sky-diving demonstrations, and drone light shows.
Meteorologist Albert Ramon has the latest on shower chances and when you can finally break out your favorite sweater.
A federal judge temporarily blocked the administration from deploying any National Guard troops in Oregon, which also includes the California National Guard.
The Gary Police Department did not say what happened before the shooting or if it was accidental.
Pritzker said he called Texas Gov. Gregg Abbott to immediately withdraw any support for and to refuse to coordinate.
In a post on X, Gov. JB Pritzker said that 400 members of the Texas National Guard will be deployed to Illinois, Oregon, and other locations within the U.S.
The department said that during the incident, the agents got out and fired five shots at the woman, who was inside her car. Both she and the man were able to get away.
Bolingbrook police said preliminary investigation indicated that an SUV traveling northbound on Grady attempted to cross Veterans Parkway when it was hit by a sedan traveling westbound on Veterans Parkway.
The memo said the guard troops would "protect U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Federal Protective Service, and other U.S. government personnel."
The fire moved quickly through a soybean field, as strong southerly winds pushed the flames through dry crop residue, creating fast-moving fire behavior, fire officials said.
Used electric vehicles have become the fastest-selling cars in the country, but one buyer said his Tesla came with a hidden surprise that left him stranded at a charger.
Broadview Police Chief Thomas Mills said ICE agents are draining the resources of his department and the community by making false 911 calls.
We know how important clean water is, but tricky chemicals that get into our water can be hard to detect, posing dangers to our water systems and our health – until now.
A new CBS News Chicago Investigators analysis shows key differences in the way some defendants were handled under the two administrations.
Stakeholders discuss the concerns and successes of the SAFE-T Act two years into the new bail reform law in Illinois
Cubs manager Craig Counsell announced that Shota Imanaga will start Monday night's game.
Boyd had only three days of rest after throwing 58 pitches in the Cubs' 3-1 Wild Card Series Game 1 victory over the San Diego Padres on Tuesday.
The Fighting Illini (5-1, 2-1 Big Ten) used their first conference road win to retain the Cannon Trophy for the first time since last beating its border rival in back-to-back seasons in 2001 and 2002.
Mark Sanchez, who is a Fox Sports analyst, was arrested on multiple misdemeanor charges at an Indianapolis hospital, police said.
The Cubs-Brewers rivalry will reach a new level on Saturday when the two teams meet in the National League Division Series in Milwaukee. It's the first time ever the two teams are meeting in the playoffs.
In each incident, a man holds up the victims with a black handgun or a silver revolver, police said. He announces a robbery and takes personal property.
Iowa's largest school district has said it filed a lawsuit against the consulting company it hired to find superintendent candidates.
The teenage girl was inside a home on the block when she suffered a gunshot wound to the chin, police said.
The superintendent of Iowa's largest school district, who was detained last week by immigration agents, falsely claimed a doctoral degree when applying for the job two years ago but was hired even after the school board learned about the misrepresentation.
Someone has been leaving hate-filled messages since June, ranging from antisemitic slurs to wishing death on Jewish people.
