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Woman discouraged, but recovering after being shot twice in Chicago this past weekend Domonique Tolson-Montagano had previously left Chicago and had recently moved back – only to become the face of gun violence in her first summer back in town. 5H ago

5 people wanted in attempted robbery, beating of man on Blue Line train Police have released surveillance images. 5H ago

After $15,000 in supplies were stolen from storage, insurance wouldn't help The budding businessman's experience was not unique when it comes to theft victims at Public Storage facilities. 5H ago

Nation's top chefs converge on Chicago for James Beard Awards Chicago does not often play host to fancy red-carpet events. 5H ago

Equestrians protest plan to close Palatine Stables Kids and adults took part in the protest, and even brought along ponies, outside a Palatine Park District board meeting Monday night. 5H ago

Board votes to close only bilingual school in north suburban Chicago district Families left in ears Monday night as the Evanston/Skokie School District 65 board voted to close the Dr. Bessie Rhodes School of Global Studies in Skokie. 5H ago

Honorary street name bestowed in Edgewater for director William Friedkin Ridge Avenue at Ardmore Avenue, alongside the Nicholas Senn High School campus in Edgewater, now has a second name of William Friedkin Way. 7H ago

North suburban Chicago residents protest fence in front of beach The protesters argued that the fence restricts access to a "historically open and inclusive public space," and diminishes the beauty of the park. 8H ago

Phoenix Gill, son of Illini and NBA star Kendall Gill, to play basketball for Northwestern Phoenix Gill still has his senior year ahead of him at Ignatius. But he has now verbally committed to play in Evanston. 8H ago

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Cooler day ahead in Chicago with high swim risk along area beaches Along with the heat and humidity come periodic chances of thunderstorms. 16H ago

Meet The First Alert Weather Team CBS 2 News Chicago's weather forecast model — First Alert — helps digital users and traditional television viewers stay on top of Chicago's dynamic weather. Jan 29

How will climate change impact Chicago's rainiest month? As the climate warms, May rainfall is getting heavier in Chicago. Apr 29

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United Nations calls for action on behalf of alleged police torture victims in Chicago The alert came from the UN's Special Rapporteur on Racial Discrimination, who said local efforts to address Chicago Police torture have been "piecemeal and far too slow in implementation." 9H ago

Black Hawk descendant demands Chicago Blackhawks change logo, name: "Do what's right" As part of efforts to trace the roots and legacy of Black Hawk, CBS Chicago tracked down April Holder, 40, Black Hawk's great-great-great-great-great-great-great-granddaughter, and one of only a few remaining relatives. 14H ago

Chicago Police set record for overtime in 2023, and trend is continuing this year There are also additional needs this year with months of massive events on the schedule, notably including the Democratic National Convention in August. Jun 7

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Latest Videos Heated protest erupts over closure of stables in Chicago suburbs Kids and adults took part in the protest, and even brought along ponies, outside a Palatine Park District board meeting Monday night. 5H ago 00:56

Heated protest erupts over closure of stables in Chicago suburbs

Insurance wouldn't help when Chicago designer's supplies were stolen from storage The budding businessman's experience was not unique when it comes to theft victims at Public Storage facilities. CBS 2's Lauren Victory reports. 5H ago 04:45

Building heat for next 3 days in Chicago CBS 2 Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon has your 10 p.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Monday, June 10, 2024. 5H ago 02:48

Investigators probe massive fire in Miami apartment complex Police said they also found a man in the building who had been shot multiple times and left in critical condition. 5H ago 00:28

Culinary excellence showcased at James Beard Awards in Chicago It was a who’s who of the restaurant industry on the red-carpet event for the award ceremony, held at the Civic Opera House. CBS 2's Charlie De Mar reports. 5H ago 02:31