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DHS shutdown begins as funding expires without a deal in Congress

It's the second time in as many weeks that government funding has lapsed as Democrats and the White House remain at an impasse over immigration enforcement policies.

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Who is running for Cook County Board President in the 2026 primary elections?

Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle is seeking a fifth term in office and is facing off against longtime Chicago Ald. Brendan Reilly (42nd) in the Democratic primary.

• Feb 13

Judge temporarily blocks Trump from pulling public health funding to Democrat-led states

A federal judge has ruled that President Donald Trump's administration cannot pull back $600 million in public health grants allocated to four Democratic-led states, including Illinois, for now.

• Feb 13

Trump pardons 5 ex-NFL players for crimes including drug trafficking

President Trump pardoned five former NFL players - one posthumously - for crimes ranging from perjury to drug trafficking.

• Feb 13

Amid busy Congressional races in Illinois, surprising candidates lead in fundraising

From Kat Abughazaleh to Jason Friedman, some surprising names lead in fundraising in Illinois' primary elections.

• Feb 12

This Identity Theft Awareness Week, Illinois comptroller has warnings, advice

This week marks Identity Theft Awareness Week, and Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza emphasized some safety tips Monday for avoiding and dealing with identity theft.

• Jan 26

Naperville City Council to discuss controversial plan for data center

A controversial data center in Naperville, Illinois, could be the cause to pack a city council meeting there on Tuesday night.

• Jan 20

Police in Geneva warn of scam calls involving spoofed phone number

Police in the west Chicago suburb of Geneva are warning of a scam involving spoofed phone numbers.

• Jan 11

Consumer groups protest Peoples Gas request for $202 million rate hike

Protesters on Tuesday were cranking up the heat on Peoples Gas over a recently proposed rate hike that would add an additional $10 to $11 a month to utility bills.

• Jan 6

Lawsuit accuses McDonald's of deception on grounds that McRib has no rib meat

A lawsuit filed late last month took Chicago-based McDonald's to task over the McRib sandwich, calling its name a form of false advertising.

• Jan 4

Can TrumpRx help you save money on drugs? Here's what experts say.

The Trump administration's new discounted drug platform isn't a game-changer for consumers, health care experts said.

• Feb 13

Lurie Children's Hospital plans to open new pediatric hospital in Downers Grove

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital announced this week that it is planning to open a new pediatric hospital in the west Chicago suburb of Downers Grove.

• Jan 29

Recent Northwestern study used app to track recovery of long COVID patients

It has been nearly six years since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, and one of the many questions doctors are still working to answer concerns the long-term effects.

• Jan 26

Cook County and Illinois leaders and advocates decry federal changes to SNAP benefits

Leaders from Cook County, the Illinois Department of Human Services, and the Greater Chicago Food Depository denounced changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program on Wednesday.

• Jan 21

Ralph Lauren issues grant to UChicago Medicine for cancer center

The University of Chicago Medicine Comprehensive Cancer Center has received a grant from The Ralph Lauren Corporate Foundation for a new cancer center.

• Jan 21

Derrick Rose to help with 1901 Project development around United Center

With his name now hanging in the rafters, former Chicago Bulls guard Derrick Rose is helping the United Center with its major redevelopment.

• Feb 12

Daily Herald may be subject of bidding war

A potential bidding war is taking shape for the Daily Herald, the newspaper of record for suburban Chicago.

• Feb 12

Palace Grill near United Center put up for sale, will not reopen, report says

A Near West Side diner known for drawing in Blackhawks fans and players is up for sale.

• Feb 5

City of Chicago accepting applications for 2026 farmers' markets

January may be the coldest time of the year, but Chicago is already looking forward to summer farmers' markets.

• Jan 26

Plan would replace Lakeview Giordano's building with residential development

A development proposal issued this month calls for the replacement of a building housing a Giordiano's pizzeria in Chicago's Lakeview neighborhood with a new mixed-use building with 28 residential units.

• Jan 19

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James Van Der Beek, "Dawson's Creek" star, dies at 48 after cancer diagnosis

"Dawson's Creek" and "Varsity Blues" star James Van Der Beek has died at 48 years old.

• Feb 12

Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show brings the party, showcases Latin culture

The 31-year-old Puerto Rican artist Bad Bunny took the stage on Sunday dressed in all white, donning a jersey with his last name, Ocasio, and the number 64.

• Feb 9

Brad Arnold, 3 Doors Down founder and lead singer, dies at 47

Brad Arnold, the founder and lead singer of the 3 Doors Down has died following "his courageous battle with cancer," the rock band announced Saturday on social media.

• Feb 7

Who performed at the Super Bowl halftime show? See the full list

Bad Bunny took the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else performed at Super Bowl 60.

• Feb 8

Ukrainian military drone simulator adapted for video gamers in world first

Gamers across the world can now recreate drone strikes in Ukraine from the comfort of their own home, with this newly released game.

• Feb 6

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Police seek to identify 2 suspects in January Red Line train robbery

Police said the victim, while on the train, was approached by the two suspects, who took the victim's property by force.

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Plane crashes into residential area in Boone County

The plane went down in the 300 block of Springmeadow Drive in Poplar Grove.

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Crews battle large apartment fire in Calumet Park

A fire broke out at an apartment building in Calumet Park on Saturday.

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PAWS Chicago Pets of the Week: Ernesto and Rodrigo

Ernesto and Rodrigo are looking for forever homes. They are available for adoption at PAWS Chicago.

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Law enforcement activity seen near Nancy Guthrie's home

Nealy two weeks after Nancy Guthrie was abducted, law enforcement activity was seen near the 84-year-old's home.

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Small plane crashes in residential area in Boone County

Sources say the plane hit a fence between two homes, possibly clipping one.

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DHS shutdown begins as funding expires without a deal in Congress

It's the second time in as many weeks that government funding has lapsed as Democrats and the White House remain at an impasse over immigration enforcement policies.

• 18H ago

$10,000 reward offered for arrests in 2 separate homicides on Chicago's South Side

The Cook County Crime Stoppers are canvassing areas on the South Side where police are investigating two separate homicides.

• 2H ago

2 men sought in January Red Line robbery on South Side

Chicago police said the two men took the victim's belongings by force in the Jan. 27 robbery.

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Man beaten and robbed at gunpoint in broad daylight in West Loop

A bustling downtown neighborhood has been left on edge after a brutal armed robbery in broad daylight. West Loop leaders and business owners were speaking out on Friday about the attack.

• 19H ago

Illinois state lawmaker pushing DCFS for answers following 8-year-old's murder

A state lawmaker is joining the growing call for accountability from the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services about past abuse allegations before an 8-year-old boy's murder.

• Feb 13

Rat birth control pilot program shows promise in Lincoln Park

Chicago's rodent problem is well known, but a new pilot program testing rat birth control to curb the population in problem areas is underway to help rein it in.

• Feb 13

Amid busy Congressional races in Illinois, surprising candidates lead in fundraising

From Kat Abughazaleh to Jason Friedman, some surprising names lead in fundraising in Illinois' primary elections.

• Feb 12

As Trump's EPA revokes "endangerment finding," what will it mean for Illinois?

The move means the United States Environmental Protection Agency will no longer regulate greenhouse gases emitted from sources like cars, trucks and power plants.

• Feb 12

Was DCFS aware of past abuse claims before death of boy in Round Lake Beach?

CBS News Chicago is tracking what led to the death of an 8-year-old boy in Round Lake Beach and whether state officials were aware of any red flags before his murder.

• Feb 11

White Sox pitching prospect Noah Schultz hoping to make MLB debut this year

A 19-game improvement last season saw a lot of White Sox players make their Major League debuts, and one of the team's top prospects is working for that same opportunity this year.

• 22H ago

Cubs and White Sox both looking to take their next leap in 2026

While their overall expectations might be much different, both the Cubs and White Sox are looking to make noticeable improvements in 2026 as they ramp up spring training in Arizona.

• Feb 12

Derrick Rose to help with 1901 Project development around United Center

With his name now hanging in the rafters, former Chicago Bulls guard Derrick Rose is helping the United Center with its major redevelopment.

• Feb 12

Arlington Heights leaders, Bears fans urging lawmakers to keep team in Illinois

After Iowa, Portage, and Gary joined the talks for the Bears' new stadium, leaders in Arlington Heights say this is now, more than ever, about keeping the team in Illinois.

• Feb 11

Cubs' pitcher Cade Horton excited for 2nd year: "There's still a lot to prove"

Cade Horton, who won't have the innings restrictions like he did last year, when he still finished second in National League Rookie of the Year voting.

• Feb 11

Nancy Guthrie investigators "working a lead" at scene near her home, sheriff says

The FBI and sheriff's department have been investigating the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the mother of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie, for nearly two weeks.

• 6H ago

Man beaten and robbed at gunpoint in broad daylight in West Loop

A bustling downtown neighborhood has been left on edge after a brutal armed robbery in broad daylight. West Loop leaders and business owners were speaking out on Friday about the attack.

• 19H ago

Trump pardons 5 ex-NFL players for crimes including drug trafficking

President Trump pardoned five former NFL players - one posthumously - for crimes ranging from perjury to drug trafficking.

• Feb 13

FBI releases first description of suspect in Nancy Guthrie case, increases reward

Authorities on Thursday released the first physical description of a male suspect wanted in connection with the Arizona disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.

• Feb 13

Man pleads guilty to 1995 murders of U.S. Marine brothers in Cicero, Illinois

A man pleaded guilty Thursday to the murders of two brothers — both of them U.S. Marines — in Cicero, Illinois, more than three decades ago.

• Feb 12

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