Massive fire at Illinois chemical plant contained, no injuries reported
Police said that a green-colored oxidizer had been released in the area and warned residents not to touch the substance.
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Illinois governor signs ban on assault weapons, high-capacity magazines
The bill had been debated for years, but found renewed support following the July 4 Highland Park parade massacre last year, which left seven people dead and dozens more wounded.
Feds charge former McDonald's CEO with misleading investors
Securities and Exchange Commission is charging Stephen Easterbrook with making false and misleading statements.
Illinois House approves assault weapons ban
Illinois House legislators passed a bill Friday which would ban the sale and purchase of assault weapons in the state. The bill now heads to the state Senate. The passage comes in the wake of the Highland Park massacre. Charlie De Mar has the details.
5 basketball players for Chicago college hospitalized after workout
The suburban Chicago college temporarily removed its coach, a school spokesperson confirmed.
Activist and Congressman Bobby Rush retires
A Chicago political legend, Bobby Rush held firm control of a seat in the U.S. House for 30 years with a backstory unlike any other. At 76, Rush is ready to step back. Scott MacFarlane takes a look at his career.
Impact of growing up amid Chicago's gun violence
CBS News first met four children affected by Chicago's gun violence in 2014. Jericka Duncan checks back in with them to see how the violence has shaped their lives.
How Chicago's gun violence has changed young lives: "It's going to mold you"
Chicago's gun violence robbed them of a childhood free of tragedy — a cycle that has continued into adulthood.
The Dish: Mediterranean Cuisine
From fresh fish in New York to Italian-Croatian-inspired cacio e pepe pasta in Chicago, we bring you mouthwatering Mediterranean cuisine.
The start of Kwanzaa highlights seven principles
"Too often we think of the holidays as vacation, food and gifts. That's the opposite of what Kwanzaa is actually about."
Winter storm slams U.S. coast to coast
A "once in a generation" winter storm is impacting nearly every state and causing major travel disruptions this holiday weekend. CBS News' Elise Preston reports from Chicago.
Major winter storm brings frigid temperatures
A deadly winter storm is bringing subzero temperatures and dangerous driving conditions to much of the U.S. CBS News correspondent Elise Preston joins Bradley Blackburn and Meg Oliver from Chicago with more on the big chill.
Powerful winter storm could cause holiday travel disruptions across U.S.
Forecasters predict an onslaught of heavy snow, ice, flooding and powerful winds from Thursday to Saturday in a broad swath of the country.
2 teens killed, 2 wounded in shooting near Chicago high school
Police said an "aggressive" investigation is underway.
Portage Park mass shooting suspect held without bail
Samuel Parsons-Salas, 32, was charged with the murder of three people, and the attempted murder of a fourth.
Americans say holiday gifts harder to afford, poll shows
Punishing inflation is forcing many people to economize this holiday season, while some are skipping gifts altogether.
Holiday parties return as companies plan in-person celebrations
"It was just so nice to hear everyone in that hall talking and laughing," said one manufacturing plant employee.
Chicago's "Walking Man" dies months after being set on fire
The 75 year-old wasn't expected to survive. But in September, Joseph Kromelis was released from the hospital and transferred to a rehab center.
Woman who watched boyfriend kill 6 family members is sentenced
On the stand, Jafeth Ramos described how Diego Uribe Cruz methodically killed each victim, including two young boys.
An interracial couple was pressured to break up. Decades later, they married.
Jeanne Gustavson tracked down the love of her life decades after she broke up with him because her family didn't support their relationship.
Pollutant to product
A U.S. company has found a way to collect carbon emissions and recycle them to be used in everything from plastic to clothing fabric, and it's earned them a royal spotlight. Ben Tracy has more.
At least 2 killed, 16 hurt in violent Chicago wreck involving stolen car
Seven children were among the injured, officials said.
Airlines brace for Thanksgiving travel rush
Airlines are bracing for the Thanksgiving travel rush. Tuesday is expected to be the busiest day, with roughly 48,000 scheduled flights. CBS News correspondent Kris Van Cleave reports from Chicago.
Chance the Rapper on new music, museum event
Three-time Grammy Award winner Chance The Rapper, born Chancelor Bennett, joins “CBS Mornings” to discuss his organization "SocialWorks’" 4th annual "Night at the Museum" in his hometown of Chicago, Illinois. He also discusses his new album "Star Line Gallery" and fatherhood.
Chance the Rapper talks nonprofit work and new music
The Chicago native has an upcoming album being released called "Star Line Gallery" that he says is in honor of Jamaican activist Marcus Garvey.
Deadly shooting at Dallas ICE facility investigated by FBI as targeted attack; gunman dead
Two people were killed and one person is in critical condition after a shooting at a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) field office in Dallas, authorities said.
Trump crackdown highlights judge vacancy crisis pushing D.C. courts to brink
The D.C. courts have for years been hampered by judicial vacancies that have led to a backlog of cases and slowed the administration of justice.
Dallas ICE office targeted in deadly shooting faced bomb threat last month
The Immigration and Customs Enforcement field office where a gunman opened fire on Wednesday was also the target of an alleged bomb threat in August.
Russia rejects Trump's criticism over Ukraine war and its economy
Kremlin spokesman shoots back at Trump's suggestion that Russia is "a paper tiger," declaring: "There are no paper bears. And Russia is a real bear."
Will the Trump administration's $100,000 H-1B fee help Americans get jobs?
The large fee could help some U.S. workers find jobs, but there could be longer-term costs, economists say.
Ex-stylist for Sean "Diddy" Combs accuses mogul of sexual abuse, violence
A former stylist for Sean "Diddy" Combs, who testified against the disgraced music mogul in his criminal trial, has filed a lawsuit accusing Combs of sexual abuse and violence.
Millions could soon see food stamp cuts as grocery costs are on the rise
The Republicans' "big, beautiful" spending and tax law will result in cuts to food stamp benefits for many Americans, experts say.
N.C. legislature passes "Iryna's Law" after Ukraine refugee killed
Democratic Gov. Josh Stein has said he supports some pretrial reforms following the fatal attack on 23-year-old Iryna Zarutska.
U.S. comic Tim Dillon says jokes got him fired from Saudi comedy festival
American stand-up comedian Tim Dillon says he's been dropped from the Riyadh Comedy Festival bill after jokes about the country's alleged use of forced labor.