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Armed man who demanded to see Wisconsin's Gov. Evers pleads guilty to misdemeanor Prosecutors accused Joshua Pleasnick of coming to the Capitol on Oct. 4​ and demanding to see the governor while armed with a handgun. He was arrested, posted bail and returned to the building that night with a rifle and a baton hidden in his backpack. 3H ago
Man removed from Harvey City Council meeting says there was no reason for handcuffs Ryan Sinwelski talked to CBS 2 on Friday—and showed his perspective of the entire ordeal as documented on cellphone. Jun 14
Former Thornton township employee sues, says he was wrongfully fired by Supervisor Henyard Dwayne Thrash, a 20-year Thorntown Township employee, claims in the lawsuit that he was wrongfully fired after refusing to comply with an alleged scheme by Henyard's team. Jun 14
Supreme Court strikes down Trump-era ban on bump stocks for firearms The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives exceeded its authority when it issued the rule outlawing bump stocks. Jun 14
Migrants frustrated at being forced out of Chicago shelters as city enforces 60-day stay limit The City of Chicago is executing its 60-day shelter stay policy​, offering to reprocess any asylum seeker​ who asks to reenter the shelter system. Jun 13
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Markham auto mechanic out $1,800 after customer skips on insurance payment The Markham repair shop owner pointed to an Allstate insurance policy requiring only one signature on smaller claims checks. Jun 13
Mariano's overcharges customers for Chicago's Checkout Bag Tax A shopper discovered 10-cent bag fee instead of a 7-cent tax on a recent receipt from Mariano's. Jun 5
Aldi recalls cream cheese spread sold in 28 states for possible salmonella contamination A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains. May 15
How is Illinois protecting consumers from solar energy scammers? Questions remain With more and more such companies popping up, and salespeople showing up on doorsteps, who is making sure they're legitimate? May 14
Elk Grove Village man says he got scammed by solar panel contractor It also happens that the contractor was on a list specifically provided by the state. May 13
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Social media apps need teen health warnings, surgeon general says Surgeon General Vivek Murthy said that teens' mental health is facing an "emergency," and that social media is part of the problem. updated 41M ago
Four Tops singer sues Michigan hospital for racial discrimination, says they didn't believe his identity Alexander Morris, the lead singer of the Four Tops, filed a lawsuit against a Michigan hospital, a nurse and security guard after he was treated like he was mentally ill after he told them he was in the legendary Motown group. Jun 12
New COVID variant KP.3 climbs to 25%, now largest in CDC estimates The strain is "very, very similar" to the JN.1 variant from earlier this year. Jun 7
Good Earth recalls 1.2 million lights after multiple fires and 1 death One person died and another was treated for smoke inhalation in one of seven fires caused by product overheating. Jun 7
Chicago public health officials declare end to measles outbreak Chicago had a total of 64 confirmed measles in April and March, but has had no new measles cases in two full incubation periods for the disease – or 42 days. May 30
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Markham auto mechanic out $1,800 after customer skips on insurance payment The Markham repair shop owner pointed to an Allstate insurance policy requiring only one signature on smaller claims checks. Jun 13
Construction on Bally's permanent Chicago casino expected to begin in fall The company said they're moving forward with the project despite some apparent uncertainty from Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson. Jun 11
p*rn industry sues over Indiana law requiring adult entertainment sites to verify users' ages An Indiana law that requires p*rn websites to verify users' ages is being challenged by an association of the adult entertainment industry in federal court. Jun 11
After $15,000 in supplies were stolen from storage, insurance wouldn't help The budding businessman's experience was not unique when it comes to theft victims at Public Storage facilities. Jun 10
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Who won Tony Awards for 2024: full list of winners and nominees See the full list of winners and nominees from the 2024 Tony Awards. 10H ago
Sean "Diddy" Combs returns key to New York City following mayor's request Sean "Diddy" Combs was given a key to the city in a Times Square ceremony last year. This week, he honored a request from Mayor Eric Adams that he return it. Jun 15
Taylor Swift's Eras Tour causes seismic activity in Scotland Fans at her concerts last weekend danced so hard they generated seismic activity that was felt nearly four miles away from Murrayfield Stadium. Jun 13
Grant Park Music Festival kicks off 2024 season at Pritzker Pavilion CBS 2's Irika Sargent was the narrator for the first night of the season. Jun 12
Four Tops singer sues Michigan hospital for racial discrimination, says they didn't believe his identity Alexander Morris, the lead singer of the Four Tops, filed a lawsuit against a Michigan hospital, a nurse and security guard after he was treated like he was mentally ill after he told them he was in the legendary Motown group. Jun 12
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Latest Videos Monday starts hot week trend CBS 2 Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon has a check on the extended forecast. 1H ago 02:22
Chicago mom films emotional Taylor Swift ticket surprise ahead of London concert A Chicago Swiftie got the surprise of a lifetime, and the reaction was captured on social media. Benjamin Ochoa's mom, Sara Youngblood-Ochoa, surprised Benjamin with tickets to Taylor Swift's London concert in what she calls a "last-minute decision and whirlwind trip." 1H ago 00:46
City of Chicago launches reparations task force CBS 2's Chris Tye reports that Chicago took its biggest step yet to offer reparations to descendants of enslaved Africans. Johnson signed an executive order launching a Black reparations task force to design what comes next. 1H ago 02:12
Neighbors say 2 Chicago mass shootings stemmed from parties, were preventable A total of 13 people were wounded between the two shootings, one of which happened in Humboldt Park, the other in West Englewood. CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey reports. 1H ago 02:10
Some must go on working outside despite extreme heat Demand for hot food items alongside Grant Park has not stopped in the face of the heat. CBS 2's Sabrina Franza reports. 1H ago 02:16
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Separate Lake Michigan capsizing incidents lead to teen's death, multiple rescues A woman on a sailboat that capsized near Winnetka swam 2 miles to get help Sunday evening. 2H ago
Map shows where 9 killed, 62 others hurt in Chicago weekend shootings It was the most violent weekend of the year so far in Chicago. The ages of the victims range from 13 to 59. A map shows where the shootings happened, including the two mass shootings that happened within the span of one hour overnight. 7H ago
15-year-old among 6 people injured in mass shooting in Humboldt Park Police said the 15-year-old victim was shot in the neck and taken to Stroger Hospital in serious condition. 7H ago
7 people injured, 1 critically, after mass shooting in West Englewood A man was hit in the neck and taken to the University of Chicago Hospital in critical condition. 9H ago
Record-breaking heat possible Monday in Chicago, and 90-degree days expected until next weekend Monday will be the hottest day since August 24, 2023, with a record high of 97 degrees. There are also air quality alerts for much of the area, along with a risk for scattered storms. 1H ago
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Family wants more information Carol Stream police in shooting that killed Isaac Goodlow The Village of Carol Stream still has not disclosed which officer pulled the trigger—and the family said they want more than edited body camera footage. Jun 14
Black women account for 65% of all female domestic violence victims in Chicago An average of 24 people every minute become victims of domestic violence at the hands of an intimate partner in the U.S. Precious Wright, of Chicago's Austin neighborhood, has lived through it. Jun 13
Chicago residents testify at hearing on traffic stops, in wake of death of Dexter Reed U.S. District Judge Rebecca Pallmeyer listened to hours of community input on what specific traffic stop-related requirements should be added to a CPD consent decree. Jun 11
United Nations calls for action on behalf of alleged police torture victims in Chicago The alert came from the UN's Special Rapporteur on Racial Discrimination, who said local efforts to address Chicago Police torture have been "piecemeal and far too slow in implementation." Jun 10
Black Hawk descendant demands Chicago Blackhawks change logo, name: "Do what's right" As part of efforts to trace the roots and legacy of Black Hawk, CBS Chicago tracked down April Holder, 40, Black Hawk's great-great-great-great-great-great-great-granddaughter, and one of only a few remaining relatives. Jun 10
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Chicago Cubs look for offensive boost to get out of losing slump The Cubs have lost nine out of their last 10 series. Jed Hoyer didn't rule out bringing in a new bat ahead of the trade deadline. 1H ago
Des Plaines designer's work seen on athletes around the country Marvin Baroota has designed shoes for multiple Chicago Bears and the Sky's Angel Reese. One pair of cleats he designed is even in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. 5H ago
NASCAR has "unfinished business" in Chicago for 2nd Street Race In less than a month, NASCAR drivers will be making their way around Grant Park again, as the Chicago Street Race returns for its second act. 22H ago
Diamondbacks strike early, rout White Sox 12-5 Christian Walker drove in three runs with a home run and a double and the Arizona Diamondbacks routed the Chicago White Sox 12-5 Sunday. Jun 16
Cubs batters struggle against St. Louis Cardinals, lose 2-1 Miles Mikolas pitched four-hit ball into the seventh inning, and the St. Louis Cardinals beat Jameson Taillon and the Chicago Cubs 2-1. Jun 16
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Out-of-control parties blamed for 2 mass shootings in Chicago Neighbors say both shootings were preventable. 1H ago
Armed man who demanded to see Wisconsin's Gov. Evers pleads guilty to misdemeanor Prosecutors accused Joshua Pleasnick of coming to the Capitol on Oct. 4​ and demanding to see the governor while armed with a handgun. He was arrested, posted bail and returned to the building that night with a rifle and a baton hidden in his backpack. 3H ago
Man charged with murder in Bridgeport fire that killed woman, injured her 12-year-old granddaughter Cordale Nichols is accused of throwing a Molotov co*cktail through the window of a home in Bridgeport on Saturday. 3H ago
9 people hurt in Indianapolis stabbings outside strip mall Three people were taken to area hospitals in critical condition and two others were transported in stable condition, Indianapolis police said. 10H ago
Search on for burglars who smashed into Beverly liquor store, other spots Surveillance video shows the thieves hitching a chain to a car. They then used the vehicle to tear down the security shutters. Jun 14
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