How to watch results for Tuesday's primaries
Coronavirus is likely to stifle turnout, as millions of Americans stay home.
Illinois
Former GOP congressman comes out as gay
The one-time Illinois congressman said he would be fighting for LGBT rights now if he was still in office.
Illinois bill aims to remove religious exemptions for vaccines
The bill would also allow minors age 14 and older to get a vaccine, "regardless of whether the minor's parent or guardian consents."
Illinois mistakenly cancels former inmates' voter registrations
In Illinois, the voting rights of inmates convicted of crimes are suspended during incarceration but restored upon release, though they have to register again.
Democratic senator knocks Amtrak over $25,000 price quote for disabled passengers
Senator Tammy Duckworth of Illinois, the first disabled woman elected to Congress, called it "outrageous" for Amtrak to ask passengers to pay $25,000 for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Bloomington, Illinois.
Legal weed sales in Illinois bring in $3.17 million on first day
Earlier this week, Governor J.B. Pritzker granted more than 11,000 pardons for low-level marijuana convictions.
New laws in 2020 cover higher wages, the gig economy and more
Twenty-one states are increasing their minimum wage, from Florida to Washington.
States with legal weed and what states could follow in 2020
According to an end of the year CBS News Poll, support for legal pot hit a new high in 2019, with 65% of U.S. adults saying marijuana should be legal.
Illinois governor clears thousands of marijuana convictions
Illinois' governor granted more than 11,000 pardons for low-level marijuana convictions on Tuesday.
Emissions from a sterilization plant gave teachers cancer, lawsuit claims
"Many of us taught with our windows wide open in the spring, in the fall," former teacher Peg Vahldieck said.
Chicago police officer body-slams man in disturbing video
Police have called the video "concerning," and said they are investigating the incident.
Teen shot by officer: "Will I ever be able to play guitar again?"
Rylan Wilder, 15, who played Chicago's popular Riot Fest, was wounded by an officer pursuing a robbery suspect.
Get lost in the world's largest corn maze
The Illinois rural sprawl includes almost 10 miles of trails
Dog sworn in at state's attorney's office to comfort crime victims
Hatty was brought onto the team to help support especially vulnerable crime victims
Boy accused of setting deadly fire appears in court
Kyle Alwood allegedly set the April blaze that killed five relatives; his mother has since been hit with a gag order and is now hospitalized
Thousands of Chicago teachers strike
Overcrowded classrooms and wage increases are the most contentious issues
Thousands of Chicago teachers vote to strike
After months of negotiation, the union was unable to reach an agreement with Chicago Public Schools
Classes canceled ahead of planned teachers strike in Chicago
Nearly 400,000 students impacted as nation's third-largest school district readies for walkout by educators
Mom of 9-year-old charged in deadly fire breaks her silence
Kyle Alwood was charged this week with five counts of first-degree murder
Planned Parenthood has been building a secret abortion "mega-clinic"
The facility was built in secret to avoid delays to what will be one of the largest abortion clinics in the country
Death on Valentine's Day
Tried twice for allegedly killing his wife, former hard-charging prosecutor Curtis Lovelace speaks out about the case that made national headlines. "48 Hours" correspondent Maureen Maher investigates.
Illinois man charged with state terrorism in Chicago mall attack
Javier Garcia, 22, of Palatine, Illinois, could face up to 30 years in prison if convicted
Group aims to stop Illinois from becoming "abortion capital"
Mary Kate Knorr, the executive director for Illinois Right to Life, told CBS News that she's "disgusted" by the state's new laws
Illinois patient may be first vaping-related fatality in nation
At least 22 people have developed some type of respiratory illness after vaping or using e-cigarettes
Officials investigate 193 lung disease cases among vapers
Officials are investigating 193 possible cases of severe lung illness associated with vaping in 22 states
live updates
Dispute emerges over back pay for furloughed workers
The 2025 government shutdown entered its seventh day on Tuesday as both sides remained locked in their positions, with no sign of relenting. Follow live updates here.
Bondi faces questions on DOJ probes, Epstein files at Senate hearing
Attorney General Pam Bondi appeared before the Senate Judiciary Committee for her first hearing since her confirmation.
Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner heading to Egypt amid Gaza ceasefire talks
White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt said Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner were on hand to take part in indirect talks between Israel and Hamas, which aim to end the war in Gaza.
Exclusive
DNI Tulsi Gabbard orders U.S. intel agency leaders to stem leaks
DNI Tulsi Gabbard issued a directive to review polygraph policies and curb press leaks, echoing actions taken by the Bush and Obama administrations.
Supreme Court hears arguments involving Colorado "conversion therapy" ban
The Supreme Court is hearing a challenge to a Colorado law banning "conversion therapy" for minors that was brought by a licensed counselor in the state.
Flights delayed at some airports amid air traffic controller shortage
Airports in several U.S. states are seeing flight delays as the government shutdown enters a second week.
Israelis mourn 2 years after Hamas attack as the Gaza war grinds on
As Israelis come together to mourn those killed two years ago by Hamas, the sounds of the ongoing war in Gaza reverberate over a solemn memorial.
Tropical Storm Jerry forms over the central Atlantic Ocean
Tropical Storm Jerry formed Tuesday over tropical waters in the central Atlantic Ocean, the National Hurricane Center said.
Helicopter crashes on Sacramento freeway; 3 critically injured, officials say
Officials are investigating after a medical helicopter crashed on a Sacramento freeway Monday evening.