Breonna Taylor's family encourages people to vote at rally
The family of victims of police violence, including Breonna Taylor's mother and aunt, urged residents to vote at a rally in Chicago.
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Guard stabbed 27 times after asking sisters to wear masks
Police said the victim was hospitalized in critical condition.
Former Chicago police superintendent accused of sexual assault
The lawsuit accuses Johnson, who was the highest ranking member of the department at the time, of "shockingly violent, abusive, and harassing conduct."
How the outlawed practice of redlining is still hurting Black Americans
"I think you see it in every city in America," Atlanta councilman Amir Farokhi said. "This is where the basis of segregated neighborhoods remains to this day."
Drone lands in Wrigley Field outfield during game
Umps cleared field before it landed, then it took off, hovered, and flew away
Disparities between Chicago neighborhoods
COVID-19 has served as a harsh reminder of the stark differences between Chicago neighborhoods. Tonika Lewis Johnson joined CBSN to discuss her "Folded Map Project," which sheds light on the disparities in the city.
Girl, 8, among those killed during holiday weekend in Chicago
Year-to-date homicide numbers in Chicago are now similar to 2016, when murders soared to 19-year high in the city.
Chicago mayor on Trump's threats: "We will see him in court"
"We will make him pay for what his foolishness has done to the city of Chicago," she said
Teens turn liquor store into fresh food mart
In the “CBS This Morning” series A More Perfect Union, Adriana Diaz reports on a group of Chicago teenagers who turned frustration and anger into action. They teamed cup with professional athletes and transformed a looted liquor store into a fresh food market.
Chicago passes 500 homicides this year
Chicago has seen a surge in shooting deaths with over 500 homicides reported so far in 2020. Politico's Illinois Playbook author Shia Kapos joins CBSN to discuss the connection to COVID-19 and what local officials are doing to combat the violence.
Long-lost silent film discovered in Illinois basement
A 1923 Midwestern murder mystery film that was thought to be lost forever like many others has been found in a basement in Illinois, thanks in part to the coronavirus pandemic.
Murder rate climbs in big cities across U.S.
According to a new report, homicides are up 37% in 20 cities across the United States. Former Chicago police officer Dimitri Roberts joined CBSN to discuss the latest numbers and what's behind the disturbing increase.
Number of homicides increases during pandemic
As coronavirus cases rise around the country, violent crime is also rising in major cities. A recent study found violent crime, including homicides, is up in cities like Chicago and New York City. Errol Barnett takes a look at why there may be an uptick and spoke to a family personally affected by recent violence in Chicago.
Preserving dioramas of African American history
In 1940, at the American Negro Exposition in Chicago (marking the 75th anniversary of Emancipation), evocative dioramas were created to celebrate the often-unacknowledged achievements of African Americans. Today, conservators, including African American students, are restoring these dioramas, bringing their magical artistry, and history, back to life. Correspondent Rita Braver reports.
Nun runs marathon on treadmill
A Chicago nun made headlines this week when she ran a marathon – on a treadmill. Not only did Sister Stephanie Baliga break a world record, she also raised money for a cause close to her heart.
Celebrating 100 years of voting rights for women
On this historic centennial, “CBS This Morning” is celebrating the milestone and exploring the long struggle for full equality. Adriana Diaz reports from Chicago, where she spoke to generations of women about the past, present and future fight for women's rights.
President Obama designated Chicago and Canton, Mich., as new high-tech manufacturing hubs that bring together the resources of government, business and universities to maximize innovation the field
President Obama designated Chicago and Canton, Mich., as new high-tech manufacturing hubs that bring together the resources of government, business and universities to maximize innovation the field.
Chicago named Drug kingpin Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman public enemy number one, but may not get the chance to put him on trial
Chicago named Drug kingpin Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman public enemy number one, but may not get the chance to put him on trial. CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman explains how diplomacy and politics will affect where he will face justice.
The grant has the potential to turn the windy city into a new Silicon Valley
Chicago is getting $70 million from the Pentagon to create a digital research lab for high-tech manufacturing and that it has the potential to turn the windy city into a new Silicon Valley. Norah O'Donnell reports.
The latest storm pushed snowfall in Chicago and Philadelphia this winter to more than 42 inches above normal, while New York is 39 inches above normal
The latest storm pushed snowfall in Chicago and Philadelphia this winter to more than 42 inches above normal, while New York is 39 inches above normal. All that snow piled on roof tops has caused leaks and collapses in Illinois, Indiana and New Jersey. Vinita Nair reports.
Chicago mayor: Feds' "chaos" hampering COVID response
Lori Lightfoot says the federal government must do more to help cities respond to the pandemic.
Transcript: Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot that aired Sunday, August 16, 2020, on "Face the Nation."
Actual temperatures are expected to stay below zero into Wednesday in Chicago, and the overnight wind chill could reach as low as 40 degrees below zero
Actual temperatures are expected to stay below zero into Wednesday in Chicago, and the overnight wind chill could reach as low as 40 degrees below zero. White out conditions forced road closures across the Midwest, while schools in Chicago, Cleveland and Milwaukee were closed until Wednesday due to the cold. Dean Reynolds reports.
It's colder in Chicago than it's been in two decades, with frigid temperatures forcing schools to close and freezing up critical parts of public transport
It's colder in Chicago than it's been in two decades, with frigid temperatures forcing schools to close and freezing up critical parts of public transport. Dangerous wind chills of 50 below zero were widespread, many businesses advised workers to stay home and doctors were treating increasing cases of frostbite. Dean Reynolds reports.
Chicago police are seizing about 130 illegal weapons each week, which Superintendent Garry McCarthy says is more than any other major city
Chicago police are seizing about 130 illegal weapons each week, which Superintendent Garry McCarthy says is more than any other major city. In a continuing effort to combat the city's high murder rate, police have also flooded high-crime areas and beefed up street intelligence gathering. Dean Reynolds reports.
Former FBI Director James Comey indicted on 2 counts
President Trump's Justice Department has brought criminal charges against James Comey, indicting him on two counts, though a federal grand jury rejected one count.
House Judiciary Democrats launch probe of Virginia U.S. attorney's ouster
Former U.S. Attorney Erik Siebert resigned a week ago. On Thursday, former FBI Director James Comey was indicted.
Sub discovers unexploded Nazi bombs teeming with marine life
The study's author said "there is some irony" in the discovery that these "things that are meant to kill everything are now attracting so much life."
Animal rights groups question NIH's commitment to reduce primate research
Animal rights advocates want to know why the National Institutes of Health quietly approved millions in new funding for dozens of primate experiments since President Trump took office.
A grand jury charged Comey with 2 counts — but rejected a third. Here's what they say.
President Trump's Justice Department charged former FBI Director James Comey with lying to Congress — revisiting controversies over the FBI's Trump-Russia probe from nearly a decade ago.
U.S. to impose tariffs on pharmaceutical drugs, furniture and heavy trucks
President Trump announced a 100% tariff on pharmaceutical drugs, a 50% tariff on kitchen cabinets and bathroom vanities, a 30% tariff on upholstered furniture and a 25% tariff on heavy trucks.
Serial killer convicted of 8 murders in Arizona: "He's a monster"
Cleophus Cooksey Jr., 43, is now facing the death penalty when he is sentenced Monday.
Democrats dismiss White House's shutdown layoff threat as "intimidation"
Democratic leaders dismissed the White House's recent threat that a government shutdown could spur large-scale layoffs of the federal workforce as "intimidation."
BMW recalling more than 196,000 cars in U.S. over potential fire risk
Tens of thousands of BMW vehicles, and some Toyotas, are being recalled due to an engine starter relay that can corrode, increasing the risk of a fire.