ADL raises alarm over planned DNC protests; pro-Palestinian group rejects claims These alarm from the Anti-Defamation League is another challenge to pro-Palestinian protest organizers, who have faced a legal battle with the City of Chicago to get permits to protest near the convention. 7H ago Trump proposes three debates against Harris Former President Donald Trump proposed three debates against Democratic nominee Kamala Harris on three different networks. 12H ago Pritzker calls on sheriff to resign over shooting death of Sonya Massey The governor said Sheriff Jack Campbell "failed to explain how he ended up hiring this deputy sheriff" who shot and killed Massey. Aug 7 Mary Ann Smith, longtime 48th Ward Chicago alderwoman, dies at 77 Smith died last week of complications from Parkinson's disease. Aug 7 Pritzker blasts Sangamon Co. sheriff for hiring deputy who killed Sonya Massey Sheriff Jack Campbell has defended his decision to hire Sean Grayson, the deputy who shot and killed Massey Aug 6 More Political News
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Study shows Kia, Hyundai thefts are down more than 50% since security software update Thieves targeted Kias and Hyundais because some models do not have engine immobilizers—technology that has historically been standard in other vehicles. Aug 7 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 More Consumer News
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Concerns rise about COVID cases associated with Lollapalooza Posts shared online have urged other attendees of both the festival itself and afterparties to get checked out. 7H ago Harry and Meghan launch initiative to address dangers of online harm The Duke and duch*ess of Sussex's Archewell Foundation is launching a new initiative, the Parents' Network, to support parents whose children have been victimized by harmful online content, from social media bullying to suicide ideation. Aug 4 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. Jul 31 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 More Health News
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Little Village among Chicago communities highlighted in guidebook for DNC visitors The guidebook goes well beyond the city's 77 official community areas—highlighting neighborhoods on a more granular level. Aug 6 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 More Business News
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Taylor Swift shows in Vienna canceled over alleged terrorist plot Authorities say two suspected extremists believed to be tied to ISIS appeared to be planning an attack on an event in the Vienna area. Aug 7 Bodybuilders from Chicago gym were recruited to appear with Chappell Roan at Lollapalooza They said taking part in a Chappell Roan show was, to say the least, far from something ordinary. Aug 2 Aerosmith announces retirement from touring due to Steven Tyler's vocal injury Massachusetts-based rock band Aerosmith has announced that they're retiring from touring and cancelling their farewell tour due to lead singer Steven Tyler's vocal injury. Aug 2 Justin Timberlake's license suspended after Long Island DWI arrest Justin Timberlake's license was suspended Friday, as the singer pleaded not guilty to driving while intoxicated on Long Island. Aug 2 Veteran performing arts exec John Magnum named new head of Lyric Opera Magnum will start at an as-yet-unspecified date in the fall. Jul 31 More in Entertainment
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Latest Videos Woman injured after crash leads to shooting on Chicago's Northwest Side Police said around 1:50 a.m., a Dodge Caravan was driving northbound near the 3000 block of California Avenue when it collided with a stolen gray Honda and a black Tesla. After the crash, three men in the Dodge fired shots at the people inside the stolen Honda before leaving the scene. 1H ago 02:10 Sunny and breezy day ahead in Chicago Meteorologist Laura Bannon has the forecast. 1H ago 01:45 Breezy and cooler in Chicago on Friday Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon has your 10 p.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Thursday, Aug. 8, 2024. 7H ago 02:48 A search for solutions with climate change driving more flooding events in Chicago CBS News Chicago's Climate Watch team investigated how much worse the smelly problem is getting, and what the agency tasked with managing floodwater is doing about it. 7H ago 04:16 COVID concerns rise after Lollapalooza Posts shared online have urged other attendees of both the festival itself and afterparties to get checked out. Charlie De Mar reports. 7H ago 02:12 More in Latest Videos
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Woman injured after crash leads to shooting on Chicago's Northwest Side After the crash, three men in the Dodge fired shots at the people inside the stolen Honda before leaving the scene. 1H ago Lori Lightfoot finds Dolton, Illinois is over $3.5 million in the red Lightfoot, a former federal prosecutor, in April, agreed to investigate claims that Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard misused public funds. 2H ago Concerns rise about COVID cases associated with Lollapalooza Posts shared online have urged other attendees of both the festival itself and afterparties to get checked out. 7H ago ADL raises alarm over planned DNC protests; pro-Palestinian group rejects claims These alarm from the Anti-Defamation League is another challenge to pro-Palestinian protest organizers, who have faced a legal battle with the City of Chicago to get permits to protest near the convention. 7H ago Travis Scott detained in Paris after fight at hotel, prosecutors say Rapper Travis Scott was detained at a Paris hotel after an altercation with a security guard, French prosecutors say. 1H ago More Latest News
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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. Jul 31 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 More from CBS Chicago Investigators
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On this day 36 years ago: Lights go on for Cubs at Wrigley Field for first time The game on Monday, Aug. 8, 1988, did not actually wind up being the first official night game—as it got rained out. But it was still a historic day. 7H ago Bears eager to see Caleb Williams in first preseason action Matt Eberflus didn't say how long Williams and the available starters would play against the Buffalo Bills on Saturday. 13H ago White Sox fire manager Pedro Grifol following record 21-game losing streak Assistant coach Grady Sizemore will take over as interim manager for the rest of the 2024 season. 13H ago Hinsdale off to Little League World Series after beating Jasper, Indiana It was quite the thriller Wednesday evening in the Great Lakes Regional Tournament. Aug 7 Happ, Busch HRs power Cubs past Minnesota Twins 8-2 Ian Happ and Michael Busch homered and five Chicago pitchers combined for a six-hitter as the Cubs beat the Minnesota Twins 8-2. Aug 7 More Sports News
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2 teens shot and wounded on Chicago's South Side Both victims were taken to the University of Chicago Medical Center. 11H ago Residents of Chicago's South Loop tell police they're fed up with vagrancy and crime On Wednesday morning on Calumet Avenue, neighbors said, vehicles were vandalized for far from the first time. Aug 7 2 Chicago Police officers, third person injured in crash in Humboldt Park A photo at the scene showed a squad car with its lights on with its front end wrecked. Aug 7 Study shows Kia, Hyundai thefts are down more than 50% since security software update Thieves targeted Kias and Hyundais because some models do not have engine immobilizers—technology that has historically been standard in other vehicles. Aug 7 More Crime News
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