Harris campaigns in Wisconsin, her first rally of presidential campaign Vice President Kamala Harris has already secured the endorsem*nts of a majority of the Democratic delegates who will vote on her presidential nomination. 12H ago Secret Service director resigns after Trump shooting security lapses Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle stepped down from her role after facing calls to resign after the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump. 12H ago Harris secures support for Democratic nomination after Biden drops out Vice President Kamala Harris, who CBS News estimates is now the likely Democratic presidential nominee, is heading to the key battleground state of Wisconsin to give a speech in Milwaukee. Jul 23 President Biden's exit from 2024 race sets up historic DNC in Chicago This year could be the first time in decades that a major political party would go into its convention without a presumptive nominee. Jul 22 How will switch at top of Democratic ticket affect undecided voters? Chicago area experts weigh in With 74.4% of registered voters turning up in Orland Park in 2020, a total of 48% cast their ballots for Mr. Biden, 51% for then-President Trump. Jul 22 More Political News
Advocates protest Peoples Gas for rate relief, take issue with use of consumers' money The hike was fueled mainly by the company's Safety Modernization Program to replace nearly 2,000 miles of dangerous, old, deteriorating natural gas pipes. Jul 18 Experts have guidance on getting repairs, filing claims, avoiding scams after storm damage As of Tuesday evening, a total of five tornadoes had been confirmed in the Chicago area from the storms Monday night and six Sunday night. Jul 16 Illinois gas tax increase now in effect will hit some drivers especially hard The tax is up just 2 cents compared with Sunday. But it is quite a jump compared with the Illinois gas seven years ago. Jul 1 Hack targeting CDK is first time car dealers have been affected nationwide, Chicago experts say One third of Chicago's roughly 400 new car dealers are using pen and paper to complete deals. Jun 25 Suburban Chicago family keeps getting package after package they never ordered from Temu The family asked CBS 2 for help after they found themselves stuck with random stuff and boxes filling their space—and nowhere else left to turn. Jun 21 More Consumer News
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Deadly multi-state Listeria outbreak linked to deli meat, CDC says A warning of a Listeria monocytogenes outbreak affecting 12 states, including Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York, was issued by the CDC Friday afternoon linking infections to sliced meat at deli counters. Jul 23 A kidney donation saved a Chicago area mom's life, twice Lisa Gee's experience taught her the life-saving importance of organ donations for thousands of patients. Jul 12 Rush Hospital program seeking to train barbers in using Narcan for opioid overdoses Keisha House said people trust their hairdressers and barbers, and great communication takes place while in those chairs. Jul 9 Many tattoo ink and permanent makeup products contaminated, FDA finds The FDA found even some products that claimed to be "sterile" were contaminated. Jul 5 Nearly 150 new Illinois ZIP codes added to high-risk lead testing list Under state law, all children living in a high-risk ZIP code must be tested for lead exposure at 12, 24, and 36 months of age. Jul 2 More Health News
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Bally's secures funding to complete permanent Chicago casino on time Bally's took possession of the River West property July 5. Jul 12 Belvidere Stellantis plant gets $334 million from feds to reopen, manufacture EVs The plant, which was indefinitely idled in February 2023, is expected to reopen next year. Jul 11 Illinois marijuana sales reach $1 billion for year to date Fiscal Year 2024 saw total cannabis sales exceed $2 billion, which exceeded the figures for Fiscal Years 2023 and 2022. Jul 10 Kroger announces sale of 35 Chicago area Mariano's, Jewel-Osco stores Kroger owns the Mariano's brand, while Albertsons owns Jewel-Osco. Jul 10 Chicago tourism officials anticipate economic boost from DNC, other events this summer The DNC arrives at the United Center from Aug. 19-22. Jul 8 More Business News
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Bob Newhart, who has died at 94, was a Chicago original Newhart was an Oak Park native and an alumnus of Saint Ignatius College Prep and Loyola University in Chicago. Jul 19 Bob Newhart, star of "The Bob Newhart Show," dies at age 94 Bob Newhart, who starred in the long-running sitcoms "The Bob Newhart Show" and "Newhart," has died at age 94. Jul 18 Here are the full 2024 Emmy nominations, topped by "Shogun," "The Bear" Nominations for the 76th annual Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday, with "Shōgun," "The Bear," "Hacks," "Only Murders in the Building" and "Baby Reindeer" all earning multiple major nods. See the full list of nominees for the 2024 ceremony here. Jul 17 "Big Brother" unveils new houseguests for season 26, premiering July 17 "Big Brother" announced Tuesday the 16 new Houseguests who will move into the "Big Brother" house and, for the first time ever, have the power to vote in a 17th houseguest. Jul 16 Ingrid Andress going to rehab after widely criticized National Anthem After many people criticized Andress' rendition of the National Anthem online, comparing her with Fergie, the singer says she's going to rehab. Jul 16 More in Entertainment
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Latest Videos Getting ready for Pierogi Fest this weekend The wackiest festival runs from July 26 through July 28 in Whiting, Indiana. 1H ago 00:33 WHO warns about possible polio outbreak in Gaza Traces of polio were found in sewage in the Gaza Strip, leading the Word Health Organization to warn of a possible outbreak. Experts point to the dire lack of sanitation, clean water and access to healthcare. 1H ago 00:30 Double Duty Classic at Guaranteed Rate Field The White Sox are hosting the annual Double Duty Classic Wednesday night which highlights top high school athletes from across the country while promoting the next generation of Black baseball players. Kenny Fullman with the White Sox Amateur City Elite program joined the morning show. 1H ago 03:58 DNC rules committee meets as Harris moves to secure nomination The rules committee behind the Democratic National Convention will meet and discuss how a virtual roll call to choose a presidential nominee will work. This comes as Kamala Harris moves to secure the nomination. 2H ago 01:50 Another round of storms expected Wednesday Meteorologist Laura Bannon is tracking storms moving into the Chicago area. 2H ago 02:11 More in Latest Videos
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Family alleges cover-up in shooting by Illinois deputy that killed Sonya Massey The sheriff's deputy who killed Massey is now charged with the woman's murder. 8H ago Storms with lightning, heavy rain pound Chicago area through evening Though no severe weather has been seen, heavy downpours soaked the area—and cloud-to-ground lightning was a concern. 8H ago Boat explodes, two rescued on Lake Michigan near Waukegan Heavy flames and a large plume of smoke could be seen coming from a boat on the water around 3:20 p.m. 8H ago Harris campaigns in Wisconsin, her first rally of presidential campaign Vice President Kamala Harris has already secured the endorsem*nts of a majority of the Democratic delegates who will vote on her presidential nomination. 12H ago Complaint accuses Northwestern of discriminating against Palestinian, Muslim students CBS News Chicago obtained a copy of the complaint, which accuses professors of making racist and insensitive comments to the students. 5H ago More Latest News
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Secret Service to review security at Chicago DNC after Trump assassination attempt, expert says Former Secret Service agent McCarthy said security for both conventions is now even under more scrutiny since the assassination attempt on former President Trump. Jul 14 Chicago Fire Department has plan in place to keep DNC, surrounding area safe The department has now confirmed they will be providing emergency medical support both inside the secure perimeter that will be going up around the United Center. Jul 10 U.S. has had 261 mass shootings so far in 2024, 72 in June, data show Data show the 4th of July has historically been one of the deadliest days of the year. Jul 4 Another worker at Chicago center accused of abusing foster kids The former University of Illinois football player had been hired at Aunt Martha's despite having a criminal conviction on his record. Jul 2 Chicago firefighters plan NASCAR, DNC protests over paramedic, ambulance shortages Two battalion chiefs told CBS 2 Investigators said hiring needs to be a priority for the Chicago Fire Department, and they plan to protest their working conditions. Jun 26 More from CBS Chicago Investigators
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Cubs fall to Brewers 1-0 with Brice Turang's RBI grounder in the eighth The Cubs loaded the bases in the eighth against Jared Koenig but came up empty after the left-hander got pinch-hitter David Bote to fly out. 58M ago White Sox lose to Rangers again for 9th loss in a row The Sox are only the 12th team in MLB history with 76 losses in their first 103 games, and the first since the 1979 Oakland Athletics. 9H ago NIU returns 33 seniors from team that won first bowl game since 2011 The Huskies are returning 18 starters from last year's team that won five of its last seven games, including a win in the Camellia Bowl. 10H ago Babe Ruth's "Called Shot" jersey returns to Wrigley Field The rare piece of sports memorabilia is expected to fetch a record-breaking price tag when it's put up for auction next month. 11H ago Dexter aims to step up in 2nd year on Bears defensive line Dexter spent his offseason trying to get into shape by running hills and eating right, including cutting some late-night snacks from his diet. 9H ago More Sports News
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No charges to be filed after shooting that killed man in Arlington Heights apartment The Cook County State's Attorney's office reviewed the case, and decide not to charge the gunman. 12H ago Burglars try to break into River North liquor store for second time this month The burglars damaged the storefront, but could not get in. 14H ago Burglars caught on video smashing into Lincoln Park vape shop This was not the first time such a thing has happened. 14H ago Man beaten and robbed outside Chicago City Hall Police said the 61-year-old man was walking near La Salle and Washington streets around 2:45 a.m., when four people got out of a dark car and attacked him. 21H ago Off-duty Chicago police officer involved in shootout on South Side The police officer was confronted by multiple armed individuals. He's expected to be OK and no injuries were reported. 13H ago More Crime News
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