City of Milwaukee to run tight ship for security during Republican National Convention The U.S. Secret Service on Friday announced its security perimeters, road closures, and protest locations. Jun 21 Supreme Court upholds law banning domestic abusers from having guns The court ruled 8-1 that a person who has been found by a court to pose a credible threat to the physical safety of another may be temporarily disarmed. Jun 21 Illinois Republican Party chair Don Tracy announces resignation, blames GOP infighting "We have Republicans who would rather fight other Republicans than engage in the harder work of defeating incumbent Democrats by convincing swing voters to vote Republican," Tracy wrote in his resignation letter Jun 20 Cook County projecting $218 million budget deficit in 2025. No plans for tax hikes or layoffs. Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle also noted the county will end 2024 with a projected $367 million budget surplus. Jun 19 Chicago rule phasing out sub-minimum wage for tipped workers soon to take effect The change impacts every single restaurant in Chicago that operates with tipped workers, and critics say it could impact customers as well. Jun 18 More Political News
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 Some experts want Peoples Gas pipe replacement program scaled back after big rate hike The gas hike approved in November was the largest gas utility rate hike in Illinois history. Jun 19 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 More Consumer News
Mosquitoes test positive for West Nile virus in Chicago, some suburbs In Chicago, West Nile-positive mosquitoes have been identified in three Chicago community areas, all of them on the South Side. 21H ago 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. Jun 17 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 More Health News
Chicago rule phasing out sub-minimum wage for tipped workers soon to take effect The change impacts every single restaurant in Chicago that operates with tipped workers, and critics say it could impact customers as well. Jun 18 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 More Business News
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Justin Timberlake breaks his silence at tour stop: "It's been a tough week" Justin Timberlake spoke about his recent arrest on D.W.I. charges while performing in Chicago as part of his world tour. 11H ago Justin Timberlake performs in Chicago despite drunken driving arrest Earlier this week, Timberlake was charged with driving while intoxicated after allegedly driving through a stop sign. 21H ago Donald Sutherland, star of "M*A*S*H," "Hunger Games," dies at 88 Donald Sutherland, a multi-generational actor who starred in "M*A*S*H," "Hunger Games" and more, died at 88. Jun 20 Justin Timberlake arrested for DWI on Long Island Singer Justin Timberlake was arrested early Tuesday on Long Island, Sag Harbor police said. He was charged with driving while intoxicated. Jun 19 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. Jun 17 More in Entertainment
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Latest Videos Severe storm threat for Chicago late Saturday night CBS 2 Meteorologist Kylee Miller has your 5 p.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Saturday, June 22, 2024. 2H ago 02:45 Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson visits Englewood Village Market Organizers also celebrated the start of the second phase of the redesign of Englewood Village Plaza. 2H ago 00:32 Many cope with extreme heat around U.S. Nearly a third of Americans are under heat alerts this weekend, as scorching temperatures bake the nation. CBS News’ Cristian Benavides reports. 2H ago 01:45 Chicago Pride Fest begins in Northalsted district The event draws thousands for a celebration of the city's LGBTQ+ community. 2H ago 00:28 At Chicago concert, Justin Timberlake breaks silence on DWI arrest Timberlake spoke from the stage between songs at the United Center. 2H ago 00:43 More in Latest Videos
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Severe thunderstorm watch issued as system approaches A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for all Illinois counties in the CBS 2 viewing area, and Lake County, Indiana, until 1 a.m. updated 1M ago Buckingham Fountain closed after being dyed red by protesters overnight The messages, "Gaza is bleeding," and, "Stop genocide," were also scrawled on the plaza in front of the fountain. 2H ago Teen ordered held in custody in shooting that killed 7-year-old boy on Near West Side Raysean Comer is charged as an adult in the Tuesday afternoon shooting that killed Jai'mani Amir Rivera. 2H ago Video captures 2 suspects wanted in connection to murder of retired officer Larry Neuman, 73, was shot around 11:30 a.m. in the 4300 block of West Monroe Street in West Garfield Park, police said. 2H ago Justin Timberlake breaks his silence at tour stop: "It's been a tough week" Justin Timberlake spoke about his recent arrest on D.W.I. charges while performing in Chicago as part of his world tour. 11H ago More Latest News
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Some experts want Peoples Gas pipe replacement program scaled back after big rate hike The gas hike approved in November was the largest gas utility rate hike in Illinois history. Jun 19 Mount Prospect building deemed a total loss after fire A day after the fire, residents still could not get back into the building at 1852 W. Palm Dr., near Golf Road in the Orion ParkView Apartments complex. Jun 18 Family wants more information from 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 More from CBS 2 Investigators
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Taillon pitches 7 sharp innings as Cubs beat Mets Jameson Taillon struck out a season-high 10 in his first win since May 4. The right-hander allowed one run and six hits. 4H ago Drew Thorpe combines on 5-hitter to lead White Sox over Tigers The 23-year-old right-hander didn't get a decision in his debut at Seattle on June 11, then lasted 3 1/3 innings in a 12-5 loss at Arizona on June 16. 4H ago White Sox have lost 3 straight after being edged by Tigers The Sox are 5-20 against American League Central Division opponents, including a 1-11 road record. Jun 21 Cubs get clobbered by Mets, drop to 3-4 in 9-game homestand Shota Imanaga's ERA ballooned from 1.89 to 2.96 after his shortest outing with the Cubs so far. Jun 21 Bulls trading Alex Caruso to Thunder for Josh Giddey, per report In Giddey, the Bulls land a former No. 6 overall pick who was in desperate need of a fresh start. Jun 20 More Sports News
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At least 4 people killed, 6 wounded in Chicago weekend shootings The victims ranged in age from 16 to 49. 1H ago Teen ordered held in custody in shooting that killed 7-year-old boy on Near West Side Raysean Comer is charged as an adult in the Tuesday afternoon shooting that killed Jai'mani Amir Rivera. 2H ago Chicago Police hold roll call on West Englewood block known for drugs, violence Officers gathered for a roll call near 73rd Place and Racine Avenue, trying to disrupt an open-air drug market that has been operating in a vacant lot. 22H ago 1 teenage boy killed, 2 wounded in shooting in Arcadia Terrace The CFD said the victims were all juveniles under 18, but their specific ages were not immediately learned. 22H ago At least 3 shot during repass service at Salvation Army center in Chicago suburbs Police said a vehicle pulled up during the service, and multiple gunmen opened fire in the direction of the Salvation Army center. 4H ago More Crime News
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