Secret Service "protective intelligence investigation" underway in Lake County
A Secret Service "protective intelligence investigation" was underway Monday in Lake County, Illinois.
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Trump administration will use contingency fund to pay partial SNAP benefits
The U.S. Department of Agriculture told a federal court that it will tap into a contingency fund to allow states to issue partial SNAP benefits.
Crash near Rate Field leaves 2 women dead
A crash near Rate Field led to the deaths of two women on Sunday night.
Chicago restaurants and organizations step in with SNAP benefits in limbo
The Trump administration on Monday said the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program will be partially funded after judges' rulings required food aid program to continue.
Woman shot during argument with man in Edgewater, police say
A woman was shot and wounded by a man during a quarrel Monday morning in Chicago's Edgewater neighborhood.
93.9 Lite FM will flip to Christmas music beginning Tuesday
Radio station 93.9 Lite FM will make its annual switch to all Christmas music starting Tuesday, Nov. 4 at 3 p.m.
Gov. JB Pritzker hails Chicago as leading quantum computing hub
Gov. JB Pritzker spoke Monday at the 8th annual Chicago Quantum Summit, which focuses on computing, communication, and scientific discovery.
Truck crashes, spills dirt onto Eisenhower entrance ramp in Schaumburg
A rollover crash caused a big mess Monday morning in Chicago's northwest suburbs, after a truck spilled a load of dirt onto an entrance ramp for the Eisenhower Expressway in Schaumburg.
Trial begins for man charged with murder of 2 men in Chinatown
Alvin Thomas is charged with the murders of Huayi Bian, 36, and Weizhing Xiong, 38.
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Could Chicago and the Great Lakes be considered a climate haven?
Far from Gulf Coast hurricanes and California wildfires, Chicagoland seems like a safe place to be in a warming world. But is it?
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Documents show no criminal history for Hanover Park police officer arrested by ICE
Documents obtained by CBS News Investigators found Radule Bojovic, a Hanover Park police officer arrested by ICE two weeks ago, had valid work authorization and no criminal record.
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Jefferson Park block overrun by rats. Neighbors ask why city not doing more to help.
Families said a rat infestation is plaguing their Jefferson Park neighborhood, and they want to know why the city isn't doing more to help. They've even resorted to trapping the rats themselves.
Fatal crash renews concerns about dangerous intersection in far south suburbs
A deadly crash last week has reignited concerns about a dangerous intersection at Illinois Route 50 and County Line Road, between Peotone and Manteno in Chicago's far south suburbs.
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Scientists use smart tech to help polar bears in Canada
Scientists are using new smart technology to help save polar bears in Canada.
7 dead in listeria outbreak linked to recalled pasta meals
Seven deaths and over two dozen hospitalizations have been reported in a listeria outbreak linked to recalled pasta meals and pasta salads sold at major retailers.
Massive Glenview spruce selected as 2025 Chicago Christmas tree
An enormous spruce planted more than 40 years ago in Glenview, Illinois, was officially chosen to be Chicago's 2025 Christmas tree. It was cut down Monday morning.
Mild and windy this week, but snowflakes possible this weekend in Chicago
Meteorologist David Yeomans has your 11 a.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Monday, Nov. 3, 2025.
Pritzker praises Chicago as leading hub in quantum technology industry
Gov. JB Pritzker praised Chicago on Monday for being a leading hub in the quantum industry. The governor spoke at the 8th annual Chicago Quantum Summit, which focuses on computing, communication, and scientific discovery.
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Plainfield Saints 9U Pop Warner football team wins state championship
The Saints are the Chicago area's only 9U Division 1 Pop Warner Team, made up of 9-year-olds.
Chicago Cubs earn a major league-high 3 Gold Glove awards
Pete Crow-Armstrong, Ian Happ, and Nico Hoerner all received baseball's most famous fielding honor.
Jalen Brunson helps Knicks snap 3-game losing streak
Brunson scored 31 points and Karl-Anthony Towns added 20 and 15 rebounds as the Knicks handed the Bulls their first loss, 128-116 on Sunday night.
Bears outlast Bengals for wild 47-42 win with final minute touchdown
Williams passed for 280 yards and three touchdowns, and he also caught a TD pass from D.J. Moore on a trick play for the Bears' first score.
Blackhawks fall to Edmonton Oilers in second straight loss
Evan Bouchard scored 2:43 into overtime and the Edmonton Oilers beat the Chicago Blackhawks 3-2 on Saturday night.
Dodgers win World Series, defeat Blue Jays in Game 7 classic
The Dodgers become the first repeat champion since the 1998-2000 New York Yankees
Illinois past Rutgers 35-13, become bowl-eligible again
The Illini defense had a bounce-back game after giving up 76 points the last two games in losses to No. 1 Ohio State and Washington.
Giddey, Vucevic lead Bulls past Knicks 135-125 for 5-0 start, their best since '96
Josh Giddey scored a career-high 32 points with 10 rebounds, Nikola Vucevic added 26 points, and the Chicago Bulls beat the New York Knicks 135-125 to get out to their best start in nearly three decades.
Villardi, Scheifele, Connor each have 3 points as Jets beat Blackhawks 6-3
Gabriel Villardi had two goals and an assist, and linemates Mark Scheifele and Kyle Connor each had a goal and a two assists as the Winnipeg Jets beat the Chicago Blackhawks 6-3.
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Chicago restaurants and organizations step in with SNAP benefits in limbo
The Trump administration on Monday said the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program will be partially funded after judges' rulings required food aid program to continue.
Tinley Park boy holds food drive, giveaway for his 8th birthday
A seven-year-old boy in south suburban Tinley Park has some big plans for his eighth birthday. But they don't involve a party; instead, he'll be helping people in his community.
The Video Strip is one of Chicago's last video rental stores
In the 1980s and 1990s, video rental stores were such a big part of American culture, they were subjects of movies themselves. Now the Video Strip in Chicago's McKinley Park neighborhood is one of the last remaining stores of its ilk.
The Licorice Project connects breast cancer patients and survivors
A group of strong, kind and funny women who have all survived breast cancer joined together to create a group called The Licorice Project.
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Trump administration will use contingency fund to pay partial SNAP benefits
The U.S. Department of Agriculture told a federal court that it will tap into a contingency fund to allow states to issue partial SNAP benefits.
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Government shutdown nears record for longest ever as Senate returns
The government shutdown stretches into Day 34 on Monday as the Senate is set to reconvene. Follow live updates here.
Illinois lawmakers approve ban on immigration arrests near courthouses
Illinois lawmakers have approved legislation prohibiting immigration arrests near courthouses.
Judges say Trump administration must keep paying some SNAP benefits
Two federal judges on Friday said the Trump administration must tap into contingency funds to make SNAP payments during the government shutdown.
Advocates allege "inhumane" conditions at Broadview ICE facility
Illinois advocates have sued federal authorities over alleged inhumane conditions at a Chicago-area federal immigration facility.
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FDA expands warning about cookware that could leach lead into food
The Food and Drug Administration is warning about additional cookware brands that could be leaching lead into your food.
Walgreens closing office space in Chicago's Old Post Office
Walgreens said it will close its office space in Chicago's Old Post Office building.
Homeowner says Allstate threatened coverage over Google Earth photos
Insurance companies are increasingly using drones and aerial surveillance to snap photos of home, then reviewed by AI, to inform underwriting. That can cause mistakes, like the one that affected a homeowner in Kane County, Illinois.
Cook Co. property tax relief program offers $15 million in assistance
Beginning Monday, homeowners in Cook County can apply for a chunk of $15 million as part of a property tax relief program.
N.D. newspaper columnist whose Olive Garden review went viral dies at 99
Marilyn Hagerty, the North Dakota newspaper columnist whose earnest review of her local Olive Garden became a social media sensation, has died.
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Lurie Children's Hospital launches advanced leukemia program
Chicago's Lurie Children's Hospital this week launched a new advanced leukemia program.
Rush promotes breast, lung cancer screening with "Pink and Pearl" campaign
The Pink and Pearl Campaign held at Rush University Medical Center is designed to push a powerful message: that early detection for breast and lung cancer saves lives.
Northwestern doctors offer new treatment for AFib, which often affects firefighters
Doctors at Northwestern Memorial Hospital are the first in Illinois to offer a new treatment for atrial fibrillation, a heart condition that often strikes firefighters.
3 Chicago hospitals joining forces to battle breast cancer in new clinical trial
Three prominent Chicago hospitals are joining forces in the fight against breast cancer, through new clinical trials involving two drugs.
UChicago Medicine doctor helps toddler with catastrophic spinal injury
Doctors at UChicago Medicine saved the life of a 2-year-old boy who suffered a catastrophic spinal injury that is typically not survived.
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Unabridged Bookstore in East Lakeview celebrates 45 years in business
The popular Unabridged Bookstore in Chicago's East Lakeview community celebrated 45 years in business this weekend.
Latino-owned microbreweries in Chicago area combine culture and craft beer
Chicago's Latino-owned breweries combine their culture with craft beer for a unique take. This Hispanic Heritage Month, CBS News Chicago visited a couple of them.
New plan envisions next 20 years of development in downtown Chicago
The Central Area Plan 2045 seeks to transform and invest in the downtown area.
Jewel-Osco to pay $1.95M to employees over disability accommodations
The grocery store chain came to an agreement with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission to make the payout.
Tuesday is last day for American Science & Surplus in Park Ridge
American Science & Surplus has also closed its warehouse and its online sales.
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Prince Andrew stripped of titles and must surrender lease to Windsor mansion
Prince Andrew is being stripped of his titles and must surrender his lease to Royal Lodge, according to a statement from Buckingham Palace.
Chad Willetts, musician and owner of Le Piano in Rogers Park, dies at 61
Longtime Rogers Park resident Chad Willetts, a pianist and drummer, died suddenly on Friday, Oct. 17.
Prince Andrew gives up his royal titles in fallout from Epstein scandal
Britain's Prince Andrew will not use his royal titles any longer, he said in a statement released by Buckingham Palace on Friday.
Ace Frehley, Kiss' original lead guitarist, dies at 74
Frehley was recovering from a "minor fall" that forced him to cancel a scheduled performance in late September, his tour manager had said.
Angel Reese becomes 1st pro athlete to walk in Victoria's Secret Fashion Show
Angel Reese has taken her talents from the basketball court to the fashion runway.
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Scientists use smart tech to help polar bears in Canada
Scientists are using new smart technology to help save polar bears in Canada.
7 dead in listeria outbreak linked to recalled pasta meals
Seven deaths and over two dozen hospitalizations have been reported in a listeria outbreak linked to recalled pasta meals and pasta salads sold at major retailers.
Massive Glenview spruce selected as 2025 Chicago Christmas tree
An enormous spruce planted more than 40 years ago in Glenview, Illinois, was officially chosen to be Chicago's 2025 Christmas tree. It was cut down Monday morning.
Mild and windy this week, but snowflakes possible this weekend in Chicago
Meteorologist David Yeomans has your 11 a.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Monday, Nov. 3, 2025.
Pritzker praises Chicago as leading hub in quantum technology industry
Gov. JB Pritzker praised Chicago on Monday for being a leading hub in the quantum industry. The governor spoke at the 8th annual Chicago Quantum Summit, which focuses on computing, communication, and scientific discovery.
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Secret Service "protective intelligence investigation" underway in Lake County
A Secret Service "protective intelligence investigation" was underway Monday in Lake County, Illinois.
Trump administration will use contingency fund to pay partial SNAP benefits
The U.S. Department of Agriculture told a federal court that it will tap into a contingency fund to allow states to issue partial SNAP benefits.
Crash near Rate Field leaves 2 women dead
A crash near Rate Field led to the deaths of two women on Sunday night.
Chicago restaurants and organizations step in with SNAP benefits in limbo
The Trump administration on Monday said the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program will be partially funded after judges' rulings required food aid program to continue.
Woman shot during argument with man in Edgewater, police say
A woman was shot and wounded by a man during a quarrel Monday morning in Chicago's Edgewater neighborhood.
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Documents show no criminal history for Hanover Park police officer arrested by ICE
Documents obtained by CBS News Investigators found Radule Bojovic, a Hanover Park police officer arrested by ICE two weeks ago, had valid work authorization and no criminal record.
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Jefferson Park block overrun by rats. Neighbors ask why city not doing more to help.
Families said a rat infestation is plaguing their Jefferson Park neighborhood, and they want to know why the city isn't doing more to help. They've even resorted to trapping the rats themselves.
Fatal crash renews concerns about dangerous intersection in far south suburbs
A deadly crash last week has reignited concerns about a dangerous intersection at Illinois Route 50 and County Line Road, between Peotone and Manteno in Chicago's far south suburbs.
Woman punched in head in random attack in Uptown shares harrowing story
A woman who was punched in the head in a random attack in Chicago five months ago – one of several women who are victims of similar attacks – is coming forward in hopes of preventing more assaults.
City tourism agency worries about impact of Trump's attacks on Chicago economy
Crime is lower than when the Trump Tower was being built, but the President keeps talking about crime being "though the roof."
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Plainfield Saints 9U Pop Warner football team wins state championship
The Saints are the Chicago area's only 9U Division 1 Pop Warner Team, made up of 9-year-olds.
Chicago Cubs earn a major league-high 3 Gold Glove awards
Pete Crow-Armstrong, Ian Happ, and Nico Hoerner all received baseball's most famous fielding honor.
Jalen Brunson helps Knicks snap 3-game losing streak
Brunson scored 31 points and Karl-Anthony Towns added 20 and 15 rebounds as the Knicks handed the Bulls their first loss, 128-116 on Sunday night.
Bears outlast Bengals for wild 47-42 win with final minute touchdown
Williams passed for 280 yards and three touchdowns, and he also caught a TD pass from D.J. Moore on a trick play for the Bears' first score.
Blackhawks fall to Edmonton Oilers in second straight loss
Evan Bouchard scored 2:43 into overtime and the Edmonton Oilers beat the Chicago Blackhawks 3-2 on Saturday night.
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Woman shot during argument with man in Edgewater, police say
A woman was shot and wounded by a man during a quarrel Monday morning in Chicago's Edgewater neighborhood.
Trial begins for man charged with murder of 2 men in Chinatown
Alvin Thomas is charged with the murders of Huayi Bian, 36, and Weizhing Xiong, 38.
Two Metro Detroit men charged in "potential terrorist attack" foiled in Michigan
Two men are facing federal charges in what the Federal Bureau of Investigation has called a "potential terrorist attack" that was allegedly targeting Halloween weekend.
Police search for thief who has stolen drugs from north lakefront pharmacies
Chicago police on Sunday issued a community alert about a string of robberies and retail thefts targeting pharmacies last month in north lakefront neighborhoods.
4 people wounded in mass shooting in Lakeview
At 1:45 a.m., four people were shot in the 3400 block of North Clark Street.
