Kim Foxx may stop prosecuting drug and gun cases stemming from some traffic stops Under a proposed new policy, Cook County prosecutors would not file drug, gun, and theft charges in cases that begin with minor traffic stops such as broken tail lights or having an expired vehicle registration. May 17 David DePape sentenced to 30 years in Paul Pelosi hammer attack The man convicted of attempting to kidnap then-House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and attacking her husband with a hammer was sentenced to 30 years in prison Friday morning. 15H ago Wisconsin election officials fear voter confusion over 2 elections for same congressional seat Wisconsin election officials have voted to provide more details to voters than normal to avoid confusion about a ballot that will have both a special and regular election for a vacant congressional seat. May 17 Bill to ban most public mask wearing advances in North Carolina North Carolina Republicans are pushing forward with their plan to repeal a pandemic-era law, citing crime and recent campus protests. May 17 Pro-Palestinian activists vow to march without permit at DNC after DePaul encampment taken down A coalition of pro-Palestinian activists groups said they will march with or without permits during the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. May 16 More Political News
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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 Chicago City Council committee discusses solutions to rogue towing company crisis Alderpeople are looking to try to stop rogue towers from making thousands off drivers who thought they were signing their car away to someone they could trust. May 7 Foxtrot Market, Dom's Kitchen employees weren't warned stores would close Employees at dozens of now-closed Foxtrot Market and Dom's Kitchen stores, now jobless, wonder what comes next for them as their paychecks will soon end. Apr 24 More Consumer News
Bill to ban most public mask wearing advances in North Carolina North Carolina Republicans are pushing forward with their plan to repeal a pandemic-era law, citing crime and recent campus protests. May 17 Chicago students take part in Mental Health Action Day Thursday was Mental Health Action Day and CBS is partnering with MTV to provide grants to local nonprofits that give people the tools to improve their mental health. May 16 Chicago health officials warn of uptick in invasive meningococcal disease So far, there have been eight cases of invasive meningococcal disease in Chicago in 2024 to date. May 14 Using hearing aids can reduce risk of death by nearly 25%, study finds Researchers hope their findings will inspire action to make hearing aid devices more affordable since they can cost over $1,000 per ear. May 7 "Vampire facials" at unlicensed spa infected 3 with HIV, CDC says First known HIV cases from a nonsterile injection for cosmetic reasons highlights the risk of unlicensed providers. Apr 28 More Health News
Why do big chain store prices vary from store to store? Consumers may pay more, or less, for the same items by stocking up just a few miles away. May 16 Chicago-based Kadeya develops beverage machine geared toward eliminating single-use bottles Kadeya has developed a vending machine that dispenses a drink—and then takes a bottle back, cleans it, and can dispense a new one. May 15 President Biden touts new Microsoft facility in Wisconsin visit Biden campaigned in the spot where Trump, to much fanfare, lauded a plan by Taiwan-based electronics giant Foxconn plan to build a $10 billion manufacturing facility that was supposed to eventually employ 10,000 people. Except it was never completed. May 8 More Business News
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'Young Sheldon' series finale airing May 16, Jim Parson and Mayim Bialik reprising 'Big Bang Theory' roles Jim Parsons and Mayim Bialik are reprising their roles from "Big Bang Theory" in part one of the "Young Sheldon" series finale. May 15 Actor Steve Buscemi randomly assaulted in Manhattan, publicist says Steve Buscemi was allegedly punched in the face in Manhattan's Kips Bay neighborhood last week. May 14 Hailey and Justin Bieber announce pregnancy, show baby bump This will be the first baby for Hailey and Justin Beiber, who announced their pregnancy after more than five years of marriage. May 9 Steve Albini, rock musician and producer behind Nirvana and Pixies albums, dies at 61 Brian Fox, a fellow producer and engineer at Albini's Electrical Audio studio in Chicago, confirmed Albini passed away Tuesday night from a heart attack. May 8 For second time ever, The Second City to perform show with all-AAPI cast For the past three months, a cast of 10 Asian American/Pacific Islander comedians has been working on the new program, "Youth in Asia (Are You Proud of Me Yet?)" May 9 More in Entertainment
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Latest Videos Mostly sunny Sunday in store for Chicago area CBS 2 Meteorologist Mary Kay Kleist has the 10 p.m. forecast for Saturday, May 18, 2024. 1H ago 02:48 Metra train hits pedestrian in Des Plaines Metra riders faced delays Saturday after a person was hit by a train in Des Plaines. 2H ago 00:17 Woman charged with plotting boyfriend's murder in Bridgeview shooting Police say the woman convinced her coworker, whom she had a romantic relationship with, to shoot and kill her boyfriend. 2H ago 00:42 Man stabbed inside Ross department store in Chicago's Loop An argument led to a stabbing inside a store in Chicago's Loop Saturday afternoon. 3H ago 02:03 34-year-old man pronounced dead after rescue at 31st Street Beach CFD said a call initially came in that two people needed to be rescued, but one person was able to swim to shore. 4H ago 00:24 More in Latest Videos
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Driver in deadly DUI crash in Glenview accused of driving nearly 100 mph over speed limit In the courtroom, one set of parents watched their son face a list of charges as the other clutched a photo of the son they lost. 3H ago Chicago increases police patrols along lakefront amid beach safety concerns The city is trying to prevent larger problems like one incident when a group of men attacked an SUV that then hit a woman. 7H ago Man stabbed inside store in the Loop, Chicago Police say An argument led to a stabbing inside a store in Chicago's Loop Saturday afternoon. 3H ago Spotty showers possible in Chicago overnight A few spotty showers are possible after midnight Saturday in the Chicago area as a weak cold front crosses the area. 1H ago Chicago weekend shootings leave 11 people hurt The ages of the victims range from 14 to 54. updated 35M ago More Latest News
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Some Chicago area police departments resell guns, but don't track what happens next Chicago does not resell their guns, but some suburban police departments do to reduce costs. May 17 Cook County sheriff: More resources needed to get guns from those with revoked FOID cards Why are more than 27,000 people in Cook County still holding on to their weapons when they shouldn't? May 16 Woman who worked as cultural advisor to Blackhawks sues team Nina Sanders was brought on to build relationships between the team and the Native American community. But instead, she said she was pushed out. May 15 Chicago to create program to offer relief from water bills that spiked due to underground leaks Eligible homeowners and business owners would be able to have their water bills lowered if they can prove their higher bill is the result of leak in the underground service line. May 14 "Call to Action" critical conversation event focuses on justice for Black women Expert panel discussion centers the focus on the disparity that 1 in 3 victims of crime in Chicago is a Black woman May 10 More from CBS 2 Investigators
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Soto's 2 homers, Gil's 14 strikeouts lead Yankees over White Sox 6-1 for 6-game winning streak Juan Soto had his first multihomer game with the Yankees, Luis Gil struck out a career-high 14 and New York beat the Chicago White Sox 6-1 on Saturday to extend its winning streak to a season-high six games. 1H ago Christopher Morel hits RBI single in the 9th to give Cubs a 1-0 win over Pirates Christopher Morel singled in Cody Bellinger with one out in the ninth to give the Chicago Cubs a 1-0 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Saturday. 1H ago After winning 2 in a row, White Sox lose to Yankees Andrew Vaughn had two RBI singles and leadoff batter Tommy Pham finished with three hits for the White Sox. May 17 Northwestern women's softball beats St. Francis, will face top-seed Texas The Wildcats remained down 1-0 until the third, only to score seven runs in the bottom of the inning. May 17 Cubs fall to Pittsburgh Pirates 9-3, fourth loss in five games Paul Skenes struck out 11 in six no-hit innings in his second major league start, and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Chicago Cubs 9-3. May 17 More Sports News
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With warm weather coming, Chicagoans are concerned about violence prevention on beaches The Chicago Police Department said it is expecting extra people out this weekend, and thus, there will also be extra patrols along the lakefront. May 17 Shooting leaves man dead in home in Ashburn No one was in custody Friday night. Wentworth Area detectives were investigating. May 17 3 teens shot on Chicago's West Side All three victims were taken to Stroger Hospital of Cook County in good condition. May 17 Man was traveling over 130 mph in DUI crash that killed teen in Glenview, prosecutors say Taeyoung Kim of Northbrook was charged in the crash that killed 17-year-old Marko Niketic. 10H ago South suburban teacher accused of sexually assaulting student The teacher from Bloom Trail High School in Steger began abusing the student in 2000, according to a lawsuit. May 17 More Crime News
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