Hackers targeting small businesses, often leaving devastating impacts
"The number of small businesses being attacked has grown tremendously over the last three years," said James Lee, chief operating officer of the Identity Theft Resource Center.
Chicago nonprofit Latino Art Beat has helped nurture young artists for 25 years
Latino Art Beat has grown to give out $5 million in scholarships to aspiring artists as well.
Chicago's Hidden Gems: Nonprofit Wild Hearts cares for dogs with disabilities
Erin Kowalski founded Wild Hearts back in 2014 after adopting Bialy, a mobility-impaired dog.
Chicago's Hidden Gems: Compound Yellow has space for artists, chickens
It's hard to just pass by Compound Yellow on Lake Street in Oak Park. The art space is everything the name implies.
Hidden Gems: Young jazz musician creates sweet sounds to help others
His music, and his vibraphone, have taken the Chicago native all around the world.
Chicago's Hidden Gems: Middle schooler honored for essay on gun violence
Summer Bell was one of 100 finalists in the "Do the Write Thing" challenge, an initiative of the National Campaign to Stop Violence.
Chicago woman documents her journey battling cancer on her blog
Jessica Zellermayer's words detailed the emotion and perspective of her journey for her thousands of readers.
Chicago's Hidden Gems: Wheaton Municipal Band makes sweet music
The band has players with different sorts of experience levels and runs an educational outreach program.
Chicago's Hidden Gems: Lincoln Square shop offers a taste of gelato with sideshow
"We'll do a magic trick for you, or two. We'll juggle for you. We have a contortionist on staff," Sideshow Gelato owner owner Jay Bliznick said.
Highland Park officials reflect on one-year remembrance of parade shooting
CBS 2's Joe Donlon speaks with Highland Park officials as they recall the events on the morning of the Fourth of July parade shooting.
Group of gay men in their prime celebrate their pride through community
The Chicago Prime Timers social club has a 47-year history, and a vibrant present.
Chicago's Hidden Gems: Skokie church offering help to people experiencing homelessness
It's a place to feel dignity for those who need it, even when there's nothing else.
Chicago Police Board fires Alex Wolinski, sergeant involved in Anjanette Young raid
In 2019, the innocent social worker was changing her clothes when a team of officers burst into her home.
Oak Park 'Hidden Gem' helps kids discover their passion
His resume includes the Marine Corps, the corporate world, and a degree in adolescent psychology. He combines it all to help students get a job and get ready for life.
Former United CEO Oscar Munoz talks about the future of aviation in 'Turnaround Time'
"Our air traffic control system is obsolete. We keep it safe, but the way they do it just slows everybody down. It's older. It's a VHS tape. You can still watch the movie, but just not contemporary value."