Shemekia Copeland, Chicago's Alligator Records up for Grammys this weekend
Copeland and Alligator Records founder Bruce Iglauer sat down with CBS News Chicago before the awards ceremony.
Advocates in Lake County see rise in people experiencing homelessness
The Northern Illinois Food Bank's chart shows that it plans to serve around 570,000 people in suburban Chicago this month, many more than just three years ago.
Digital safety expert shows how to spot deepfakes created by AI
Scam artists have always been around, but according to Accenture security expert Daniel Kendzior, what's different nowadays is how easy it is to make a good fake video or audio clip.
Interfaith family celebrates Chrismukkah for first time
The Wirths got married in 201, so it will be the first time they celebrate Christmas and the first night of Hanukkah on the same day as a family.
Chicago couple revives company dating back to 1870s to make old-fashioned watches
It may seem like a brave choice to launch a company making old-fashioned mechanical watches—when many wear new-fangled electronic alternatives. But the entrepreneurs' mission is bigger than just watchmaking.
How the Red Cross helps save lives by collecting blood donations
In the Chicago area, the American Red Cross collects about 1,000 units of blood per day. It sounds like a lot, but the need for blood donations is huge and constant.
Red Cross volunteers go above, beyond call of duty to help those in need
CBS News Chicago will join the nonprofit organization for the annual "CBS Cares Day of Giving."
Woman saves Chicago man's life with stem cell transplant, and she says he saved her life too
Stem cell donations save lives—and they are often a selfless act to help a stranger. But one case involving a Chicago man with leukemia shows it can help the donor too—in profound ways.
Good vibes and a proprietor's dream come true at Chicago's Urban Morning Cozy Café
Owner Ricky Burns made a big dream come true in the tiny space on Western Avenue in West Ridge.
Skokie's Douglas Center gives those with disabilities a chance to work
The Douglas Center is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, a quarter century of hard work.
New documentary turns spotlight on Libertyville singer-songwriter Ike Reilly
The documentary is candid look at the artist and family man – including tough topics like alcohol use.
Oncologist celebrating 55 years at Stroger Hospital, and her 87th birthday
Congress recently recognized Dr. Lily Hussein as the physician who has served the longest at one hospital, and as one of the nation's longest-serving female physicians.
Survivor of Oct. 7 attack at Nova Music Festival shares her story
Amit Ganish traveled to the Chicago area to tell what she saw when Hamas attacked the Nova Music Festival in Israel.
New book examines the legacy of Mayor Richard M. Daley, with successes and scandals alike
"The Daley Show" was written by Forrest Claypool—who served as Daley's chief of staff and as the head of several city agencies.
Chicago band playing Mexican folk music celebrates 30 years
Sones de Mexico Ensemble started out by playing a concert at an exhibit in Pilsen in 1994. The interest in the group was immediate.