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Chicago area lawmaker wants more access to tests for breast cancer For women with dense breasts, one way to try and catch cancer early isn't covered by Medicare or many insurance plans. Oct 26, 2023
Those with spina bifida in Illinois push for recognition, awareness A nonprofit recently formed a legislative action committee to advocate for people living with spina bifida in Illinois. Oct 24, 2023
Roseland Community Hospital launches mobile breast cancer screening service in Chicago A new clinic on wheels is taking off on the Far South Side on Monday in an effort to make breast cancer screenings more accessible. Oct 23, 2023
New Hispanic Breast Cancer Clinic at Northwestern aims to improve access to care The new clinic aims to give Hispanic women critical access to care and treatment once they've been diagnosed. Oct 19, 2023
Rolling candy products recalled after death of 7-year-old The two candy varieties, the Slime Licker and Cocco Candy Rolling Candy, pose a choking hazard, a federal agency warns. Oct 6, 2023
COVID vaccine during pregnancy helps protect newborns, new study finds The findings are just the latest to show benefits from COVID vaccination during pregnancy. Sep 28, 2023
Teen who's had two lung transplants gets behind-the-scenes tour of Field Museum Scientists at the Field Museum showed Josh Burton ways he can still have a career without digging in the dirt. Sep 26, 2023
Northwestern researchers get $45M to develop implant to sense and treat cancer "From a clinical perspective, this could be a game-changing approach to cancer therapy," said Dr. Jonathan Rivnay. Sep 26, 2023
How to get the new COVID vaccine for free, with or without insurance Americans still have ways to get vaccinated against COVID-19 at no out-of-pocket cost. Here's what to know. Sep 26, 2023
How FDA's top vaccines official is timing his COVID and flu shots Can you get your COVID booster and flu shot at the same time? Here's what health experts say. Sep 22, 2023
Silver Cross NICU like a second home for some new parents Millions of babies are born prematurely every year. That translates to about one in 10 newborns who need extra support in the NICU. Sep 21, 2023
Hospital changed disposal procedures after CBS 2 bought empty COVID-19 vaccine vials After a pharmacy director admitted selling "empty" COVID vaccine vials to CBS 2, the hospital changed policy to protect the public. Sep 20, 2023
Free COVID test kits are back. Here's how to get them. The Biden administration is also pouring $600 million into more COVID tests manufacturing across the U.S. Sep 25, 2023
Two people in DuPage County die from West Nile Virus There have been six human cases reported in DuPage County in 2023. Sep 19, 2023
Just over a year old, NICU at Silver Cross Hospital is fulfilling a critical need September is NICU Awareness Month. So CBS 2 decided to honor a few people who make sacrifices to be there for the littlest of patients. Sep 18, 2023
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U.S.-Russia prisoner swap frees Americans Evan Gershkovich, Paul Whelan The Biden administration announced the release of three U.S. citizens from Russia, including Evan Gershkovich​, Paul Whelan and Alsu Kurmasheva, as part of a complex 24-person prisoner swap. updated 51M ago
DNC kicks off virtual roll call vote to formally nominate Kamala Harris The Democratic Party began the formal vote to nominate Vice President Kamala Harris for president on Thursday. 1H ago
Trump falsely attacks Harris over race, saying she "happened to turn Black" "I didn't know she was Black until a number of years ago when she happened to turn Black and now she wants to be known as Black," former President Donald Trump said. 17H ago
Hamas leader's assassination in Tehran fuels fear of Gaza war spreading Iran's supreme leader has vowed to "seek revenge" against Israel for the killing of Hamas' top political leader, Ismail Haniyeh. 19H ago
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Struggling homeowners could see financial benefit from Chicago's focus on the DNC An alderman wants to get a new home repair grant program to help homeowners who live near where the DNC is being held. Jul 30
Target touts new denim trade-in program as sustainable back-to-school shopping option Starting Sunday, customers can bring a used denim item — any brand, in any condition — to a Target store and trade it in for a coupon worth 20% off a new denim purchase. Jul 29
How will climate change and more severe weather affect homeowners' insurance policies? Experts say insurance companies are paying close attention, and the average person should be doing so too. Jul 25
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
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Doctors prepare for influx of alcohol, drug-related ER visits during Lollapalooza Medical professionals warn of young people drinking excessively and using drugs, necessitating hospital visits. 15H ago
Iowa's 6-week abortion ban goes into effect Iowa now bans most abortions after about six weeks of pregnancy. Across the country, four states ban abortions after about six weeks of pregnancy, and 14 states have near-total bans at all stages of pregnancy. Jul 29
Boar's Head recalls liverwurst across the U.S. over listeria risk Amid a widening listeria outbreak, Boar's Head is recalling all of its liverwurst products sold nationwide, as well as some deli meats. Jul 26
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
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Target touts new denim trade-in program as sustainable back-to-school shopping option Starting Sunday, customers can bring a used denim item — any brand, in any condition — to a Target store and trade it in for a coupon worth 20% off a new denim purchase. Jul 29
Business suddenly booms at Chicago's Amici restaurant after Keith Lee review The way things had been going, owner Alfio Sciacca was not sure Amici would make it a year. Now, everything has changed. Jul 26
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
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Veteran performing arts exec John Magnum named new head of Lyric Opera Magnum will start at an as-yet-unspecified date in the fall. 17H ago
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
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Latest Videos Chicago’s newest rooftop restaurant Enjoy the end of the summer at 101 Club, Chicago’s newest rooftop restaurant. 1H ago 09:53
Gershkovich, Whelan part of U.S., Russia prisoner swap The release comes less than two weeks after a Russian court found Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich guilty of espionage. Paul Whelan was arrested in 2018 when he was in Moscow to attend a friend's wedding and convicted of spying. 2H ago 01:51
More fallout for Donald Trump after NABJ interview Both Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris are turning their focus toward Black voters, as former President Trump faces backlash over his comments. Leah Mishkin has more. 2H ago 01:52
Charges filed in murder of Cook County Sheriff's Deputy Rafael Wordlaw A man has been charged in the deadly shootout that killed an off-duty Cook County Sheriff’s deputy. Police said the gunman was arrested less than three hours after the shooting. 2H ago 02:17
Woman on balcony rescued from Las Vegas apartment fire Las Vegas police rescued a woman caught in a large apartment fire. Body camera video shows how they had to get creative to save her. 4H ago 00:39
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Man charged with murder of Cook County Sheriff's Deputy during shootout Cordarrow Thompson, 32, has been arrested on multiple felony counts, including murder, attempted murder, attempted armed robbery, aggravated battery, and unlawful use of a weapon by a felon. 1H ago
U.S.-Russia prisoner swap to free Americans Evan Gershkovich, Paul Whelan The Biden administration has agreed to a prisoner exchange with Russian and is expected to soon secure the release of three American citizens imprisoned in Russia. updated 51M ago
Grayslake man charged with possessing child pornography while living in home with daycare The Lake County Sheriff's office said Jose Real, 52, possessed hundreds of videos and images of child pornography. 31M ago
Illinois man killed, another hurt in crash on Indiana Toll Road, state police say Preliminary information indicated that a gray 2004 Honda passenger car was heading westbound when it crashed into the center concrete barrier wall and became disabled in the westbound passing lane facing north. 2H ago
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City of Chicago to spend $75 million in federal taxpayer dollars for DNC CBS News Chicago obtained a 22-page document, but the majority of the document was blacked out with redactions. 15H ago
Struggling homeowners could see financial benefit from Chicago's focus on the DNC An alderman wants to get a new home repair grant program to help homeowners who live near where the DNC is being held. Jul 30
Officer who shot Sonya Massey also violated order to stop chase in earlier job Grayson told his superiors he was about to terminate the pursuit. But he did not stop. Jul 29
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
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Dwyane Wade shares why he became a part owner of the Chicago Sky He's always been a fan, but NBA legend Dwyane Wade credits his young daughter as a major influence for why he started investing in the WNBA. 3H ago
Happ launches 2-run homer and Cubs pound out 17 hits in rout of Reds Seiya Suzuki, Patrick Wisdom and Pete Crow-Armstrong each had a two-run double. 15H ago
Royals hand White Sox 17th straight loss, 10-3 Freddy Fermin launched a two-run homer among his four hits and the Kansas City Royals pounded the White Sox 10-3, extending Chicago's franchise-record losing streak to 17 games. 20H ago
White Sox extend franchise record as they lose 16th straight game The loss to the Royals came as designated hitter Eloy Jiménez went to Baltimore for left-hander Trey McGough and cash. Jul 30
Cubs limited to 3 runs, 7 hits as they lose to Reds Cody Bellinger came off the 10-day injured list — he had a fractured middle finger — to hit a two-run homer for the Cubs in the sixth inning. Jul 30
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Man charged with murder of Cook County Sheriff's Deputy during shootout Cordarrow Thompson, 32, has been arrested on multiple felony counts, including murder, attempted murder, attempted armed robbery, aggravated battery, and unlawful use of a weapon by a felon. 1H ago
3-month-old shot in Little Village has long road to recovery, family says The 3-month-old baby's injuries were so severe that doctors said he would need a lifetime of care. 21H ago
1 killed, 1 wounded in road rage shooting in Schiller Park Police called the incident isolated, and said there was no danger to the public. Jul 30
Son of "El Chapo," leader of Sinaloa cartel, appears in federal court Both Joaquin Guzman Lopez and his father's old business partner, Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada, were arrested after exiting a plane in El Paso, Texas last Thursday. Jul 30
Woman, man dead in suspected murder-suicide in Elgin, Illinois There was no threat to the community, police said. 18H ago
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