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Gun violence survivors face a long road to recovery, physically, mentally and spiritually. The Chicago Hornets wheelchair basketball team is a haven of support for some survivors. Saturday at 10 pm, see the story of their team in the final episode of Miracle Shots: The Voices of Gunshot Survivors.

Mirroring his focus on climate change during his presidency, the Obama Presidential Center was built with sustainability in mind, pushing the boundaries of green development.

The Obama Presidential Center is nestled between three Chicago neighborhoods: Hyde Park, Woodlawn and South Shore. And they are ready to welcome visitors who come down to the South Side to see the shining new monument to the 44th president into their restaurants, stores, parks and communities.

A popular gas station tonic marketed as a wellness drink has gained popularity despite growing concerns from doctors and experts about addiction, health problems and even deaths. Sunday on CBS Chicago News at 10p.m.

Every summer for three decades, the sounds of African drums would echo in a park for a Caribbean festival. Despite being peaceful and family-friendly, permits for the African/Caribbean International Festival of Life were denied. Organizers share why. Find this story on CBSChicago.com.

Can you survive on only six meals a week? Seniors and the disabled who rely on Meals on Wheels in Chicago soon must do just that.

Every year, Illinois taxpayers are paying hundreds of millions of dollars for the aftereffects of gun violence. Now, there's a new push in Springfield to get gun manufacturers to foot some of those bills.

CPS and CPD say they are aware of two potential teen takeovers in the coming days.

A South Shore building owner says he’s tired of coming out his back door and seeing mounds of trash in his neighbor’s gangway. Why can’t he get any help?

Markham's helicopter prom send-off caused quite a stir, but it has since turned political as the Park District's executive director used a city credit card to book it. Why city leaders are saying this is a bigger problem. Find this story on CBSChiago.com.

A change to the Chicago Police Department's policy on people bringing stray animals to police stations has activists upset. A former CPD lieutenant says the chance could have real consequences. Find this story on CBSChicago.com .

It’s prom season, but in Markham, one send-off caused a stir after a helicopter landed in a public park. Why the city says the park district’s executive director crossed the line while trying to make her daughter’s prom unforgettable. Find this story on CBSChicago.com.

A program targeting abusers aims to break the cycle of domestic violence. A rare look inside Tuesday on CBS Chicago at 10 PM.

What do you think it means having a pope from Chicago? That's the question we're asking one year after the election of Chicago's own Pope Leo the 14th. See what we heard in response tonight at 10 p.m.

In 2019, Chicago Cubs fan Bridgett Kolls brought a sign to a game in search of a kidney donor. It caught the attention of White Sox fan Thomas Allesio. How a lifesaving need turned into a chance of a lifetime. Find this story on CBSChicago.com. https://CBSChicago.com

A local street performer, Andrew David, was mid-song when a teen came up and snatched his tip bucket. Even though the person has since been identified, he says there's a reason why he's not pressing charges. Find this story on CBSChicago.com.

From a foundation helping people to rebuild their lives to the Chicago sky giving the city a high five. Here’s what caught Suzanne Le Mignot and Mary Kay Kleist’s eye this week.

"Turn on the fryers, boys!" Bill Murray threw our Jackie Kostek straight onto death row this morning for the crime of being from Minnesota but wearing a coat in Illinois in April. They were all at the Old Joliet Prison getting ready for today's Big House Ballgame.

A Downers Grove energetic and electro-mechanical manufacturing company played a big role in the Artemis II mission, with a teeny-tiny part. Just how important is that part, and exactly how long did it take to make? Find this story on CBSChicago.com.

The parents of Loyola University student Sheridan Gorman, killed in a Chicago shooting in March, vowed "we will get justice for our daughter" after her accused killer pleaded not guilty.

Nearly two years since her disappearance, family and loved ones of Ja'Niyah McMichael are renewing their push for information leading to her whereabouts. What you can do to help. Find this story on CBSChicago.com.

From a very special birthday gathering for Kay Lycett to kindergarteners at Whittier Elementary in Oak Park learning about the weather. Here’s what caught Suzanne Le Mignot and Mary Kay Kleist’s eye this week.

A woman living in fear recounts being beaten by a man with a criminal record spanning 20 years. Why was he let go despite his criminal past? Monday at 10 p.m. on CBS News Chicago.

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A pair from Melrose Park was charged, accused of stealing items worth tens of thousands of dollars at a high-end hotel in Palm Beach. What they are accused of stealing and how they got caught. Find this story on CBSChicago.com.

A data breach at Insight Hospital late last summer could be impacting thousands of patients now. Why community leaders say they’re alarmed by the breach and what cybersecurity experts are advising. Find this story on CBSChicago.com.

A game that high school seniors are playing for fun left one Portage student with a felony charge and caused him to spend three nights in jail. Why he said police took it too far, and the response from law enforcement. Find this story on CBSChicago.com.

A game that high school seniors are playing for fun left one Portage student with a felony charge and caused him to spend three nights in jail. Why he said police took it too far, and the response from law enforcement. Find this story on CBSChicago.com.

When Kyra Puetz found her car damaged one morning in Bucktown, she thought it was a hit-and-run, but in fact, it was a rusted light pole that snapped at the base. With nearly $3,000 in damages, the city would for sure pay for it … so she thought. Thursday at 10 p.m. on CBS News Chicago.

When Kyra Puetz found her car damaged one morning in Bucktown, she thought it was a hit-and-run, but in fact, it was a rusted light pole that snapped at the base. With nearly $3,000 in damages, the city would for sure pay for it … so she thought. Thursday at 10 p.m. on CBS News Chicago.

A woman’s commute to work on the CTA Red Line train took an ugly turn. What happened that led to her filing a police report, and what she wants CTA to do about. Find this story on CBSChicago.com.

Her parents' bank account drained. The culprit that broke their hearts. And how to prevent it from happening to you.

Two teens were arrested and charged with taken a 3-foot-tall teddy bear from a chocolate factory in the Loop. While officers arrested them in about an hour, see why some say the resources to retrieve the bear could’ve went to something else. Find this story on CBSChicago.com.

Starting in 1916, millions of Black Americans living in the South were seeking a life of equality, free from oppression. As America turns 250, we explore the Great Migration and its connections to Chicago.

The first crewed mission to the moon since 1972 was successfully launched, and a group of kids and their parents at Adler Planetarium witnessed it in real time. Hear from one girl in attendance who dreams of being an astronaut. Find this story on CBSChicago.com.

Fresh dents and heavily damaged vehicles are the result of a teen takeover that happened in Hyde Park. Despite attempts to curb it, the takeover happened anyway. What some residents say the teens need to slow down the takeovers. Find this story on CBSChicago.com.

One CTA Red Line rider over the weekend did something that left passengers and drivers on the Dan Ryan Expressway stunned. See what they did and what CTA said passengers should do if this ever happens again. Find this story on CBSChicago.com.

A father of five was shot and killed while sitting inside his home in Englewood over the weekend. His fiancée speaks exclusively CBS News Chicago and recounts the moments leading to the tragedy. Find this story on CBSChicago.com.

West Suburban Hospital in Oak Park is shutting down. Though it’s said to be temporary, many don’t see it that way, leaving patients and employees to wonder about what’s next. What village and elected officials are saying about the closure. Find this story on CBSChicago.com.

A first-of-its-kind school using AI instead of teachers is coming to Chicago this fall. But how will it work? What to know about the new approach and how it could possibly keep teachers in the workforce. Find this story on CBSChicago.com.

Homeowners in Berwyn are both frustrated and concerned about flooding with more severe weather on the way. The blame? A decaying sewer line that's leaving residents asking why hasn't it been fixed. Find this story on CBSChicago.com.

For the second time in days, a delivery robot leaves glass shattered on the sidewalk after crashing into a bus shelter, this time in Old Town. Neighbors there are now saying enough is enough. Find this story on CBSChicago.com.

A delivery robot brought a mess after it crashed into a CTA bus shelter in West Town. Not only did the viral video led to laughs but also questions about the future of the pilot program. Find this story on CBSChicago.com.

You might drive on the Jane Addams Tollway, but do you know the story of the woman it was named after? She was a pioneering social worker and advocate for immigrants and the poor.

In a subdivision in Aurora, residents say they’re bothered by the constant humming and vibrations from the CyrusOne data center. However, City council is looking to implement some of the strictest regulations in the state, if not the county. Find this story on CBSChicago.com.

A driver lost control and plowed through a vintage shop in Logan Square, leaving items damaged and walls destroyed. Despite the big cleanup ahead, why the shop owner said she’s counting her blessings. Find this story at CBSChicago.com.

Residents packed Monday night’s Joliet City Council meeting to discuss whether to bring the Illinois’s largest data center there or not. Why some are welcoming the idea and others want the data center far away. Find this story on CBSChicago.com.

Autonomus businesses are growing popularity. From Waymo to even matress stores, some say it means more flexibility for customers, and lower prices. But how does a business with no employees work? Find this story on CBSChicago.com .

The Chicago River is green! Check out the city's festivities. https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/chicago-2026-st-patricks-day-parade-routes-river-dyeing/ 

It sounds like a song, but what you’re hearing is a conversation. These soaring voices aren’t singing lyrics, they’re singing love letters between loved ones during wartime.

The CTA says it’s ready to build a long-awaited extension of the Red Line on the South Side, but federal funding for the project remains in limbo.

The Illinois primary is less than a week away.

When the weather turns dangerous, turn to the CBS News Chicago First Alert Weather team. We're with you for every alert, watch and warning.

You might have found some relief from robocall blockers on your cell phone, but one Chicago man said protecting his beloved landline from spam calls has been far more challenging.

It's a high-tech solution to a public problem. An automated self-cleaning restroom is coming to Wicker Park this year. How will it look, work, and most importantly, cost? Find this story on CBSChicago.com .

They may look like real handguns, but they’re actually torch lighters. Vape shops in the city and suburbs are selling them despite being banned in 2010. What community leaders and police are saying about the risks it carries. Find this story on CBSChicago.com.

Owners were left fearing the worst after a thief stole a van full of dogs in Lincoln Park. Not only were pets and their owners reunited, but police also said they found something else. Find this story on CBSChicago.com.

Army veteran Jose Fernandez was repeatedly denied access to use the restroom at the Loop Super Center, despite having a condition. When they finally let him behind the counter to use an employee restroom, it was too late. Find this story on CBSChicago.com.

A north suburban school bus driver became a victim of sophisticated scammers, who were trying to steal $5,000 worth of Apple products and leave him with the bill.

Waymo self-driving cars are coming to Chicago. At least two rows of vehicles were spotted in a downtown garage. It is unclear when they will hit the road, but not all residents are excited about the idea. Find this story on CBSChicago.com.

A former rideshare driver lost his job after racking up $1,600 in city fines for four city sticker violations. Fines and penalties under Illinois law can’t exceed $250. Now, a judge ruled that drivers who paid over the cap may be owed refunds. Find this story on cbschicago.com.

Meet Glacier. This 4-month-old happy-go-lucky guy is full of playful energy and has a serious soft spot for tennis balls and squeaky toys.

On a frigid morning in 2007, then U.S. Sen. Barack Obama announced he was running for president. The symbolism of where he delivered the speech was unmistakable, forever linking him to another man from Illinois who became president.

Find the Hidden Immunity Idol in Illinois! Your clue drops Friday at 10am. Solve the clue, find the Idol, get entered for a chance to win! Post your journey and tag CBS News Chicago!

The City of Chicago is about to write some big checks to thousands of vehicle owners who had their cars, vans or trucks towed without the proper warning. And its all because of a 75 year old woman who took on City Hall.

The legacy of the Rev. Jesse Jackson stretches from the streets of Chicago to his fight for civil rights. His influence is being remembered not just across the nation but across the world. Find these stories on cbschicago.com.

"Forty acres and a mule" was a post-Civil War promise made by the U.S. to formerly enslaved African Americans. The idea was to provide land and a way to make a living, but that promise wasn’t kept. Meet a woman who responded to that broken promise with success.

The Chicago area will send five new representatives to the House in 2026. Several candidates on the ballot have never run for office before, yet are outpacing veteran politicians in fundraising. Why are a lot of these nontraditional candidates raising so much money?

Frances Dahlke waited 88 years before taking her first-ever flight. She said there was a particular reason behind her decision to wait. So, what was it? Find this story on cbschicago.com.

Another Indiana city is looking to lure the Bears out of Illinois. Plus, Google is rolling out a new feature to protect people's personal information. A Wisconsin woman waited 88-years to take her first flight, but for a special reason. Find these stories on cbschicago.com.

Choreographer and dancer Lyrik Cruz, 45, from Humboldt Park, reflects on the performance and how he got to be a part of what fans called the “Benito Bowl.”

Chicago’s architecture has the power to amplify. It can boost creativity and build connections to the past. As America celebrates 250 years, we take a look back at how Chicago became the city of architecture.

Tornadoes are spiking in Illinois, and as Tornado Alley shifts toward the Midwest, there are many questions about what is behind the change and how it'll impact us all. What we found: Tonight at 10.

A husband and father was arrested by federal agents last October. Since then, his family says they’re living with fear and uncertainty, scared they, too, might be detained by agents. Their story, tonight on CBS News Chicago at 10.

Lakai’ya Booth was just four years old when Chicago police officers wrongfully raided her family’s home in 2018. She’s one of dozens of children documented who said police pointed guns at them. Now, the jury has been selected in the case. More on CBS Chicago at 10.

Whiskey is a 1-year-old charmer who has his paws crossed for active adopters who love to get moving, whether that’s long walks, playtime in the yard, or adventures around the neighborhood.

After some bursts of heavy snowfall across Chicago area today, the heaviest snowfall overnight will be in Northwest Indiana, where snowfall rates could reach 2 to 3 inches per hour. Chief meteorologist Albert Ramon has the full weekend forecast tonight at 10 on CBS News Chicago.

The Chicago area faces multiple opportunities for heavy snow over the next two days, starting tomorrow morning. Chief meteorologist Albert Ramon has the full weekend forecast tonight at 10 on CBS News Chicago.

A construction project frozen in time. Thousands of dollars gone. A contractor nowhere to be found. Tonight at 10 on CBS News Chicago, find out how to make sure it doesn’t happen to you.

Here we go again! Another round of lake-effect snow that will start to increase Thursday night with measurable snowfall by Friday morning and whipping between Illinois and NW Indiana on Saturday. The timeline and expected snow totals tonight at 10.

On June 7, 2024, a Wisconsin driver crashed into the vehicle of a 76-year-old woman on the Tri-State Tollway, killing her. It was discovered that the driver had a long history of traffic-related offenses. Find out how the driver walked away with only a $356 fine. Tonight at 10.

On June 7, 2024, a Wisconsin driver crashed into the vehicle of a 76-year-old woman on the Tri-State Tollway, killing her. It was discovered that the driver had a long history of traffic-related offenses. Find out how the driver walked away with only a $356 fine. Tonight at 10.

Davanise Atwood is in custody for possession of a weapon and burglary. As her cases play out, she is turning her troubled past into a new trade thanks to a forklift program through City Colleges of Chicago. How the program is turning mistakes into opportunities. Tonight at 10.

Increasing snow chances arrive Saturday night, with a chance of heavy lake effect snow on Sunday. Chief meteorologist Albert Ramon has the full weekend forecast tonight at 10 on CBS News Chicago.

Dangerously cold weather is moving into the Chicago area, with temperatures dropping below zero overnight. The active weather doesn’t stop there. Chief meteorologist has the full weekend forecast tonight at 10 on CBS News Chicago.

Gusty snow showers are coming in with the next Arctic cold front, bringing winds as high as 45 miles per hour. An even stronger Arctic front arrives around 24 hours, causing temps to drop with wind chills as cold as -40 degrees by Friday morning. The full forecast tonight at 10.

A mother says she’s livid after a routine traffic stop in 2024 involving her two daughters. What started with routine questions later led to one of them being diagnosed with severe anxiety. What happened that night that now led to an investigation and a lawsuit, tonight at 10.

The city is under a weather alert with increasing snow on Tuesday evening, with 100% coverage overnight. Some spots may see as much as 4 inches, which will lead to a slippery morning commute on Wednesday. The full forecast tonight on CBS News Chicago at 10.

A painful memory for Athena Webster. Nearly three years ago, her son, 19-year-old Anthony Stringfellow, took his life while at Madden Mental Health Center. What happened that led to the tragedy and a $10 million settlement from the state, tonight on CBS News Chicago at 10.

Arctic air is moving into the region, with gusty snow showers Friday night, and even more snow over the weekend. Chief meteorologist Albert Ramon has the full weekend forecast tonight at 10 on CBS News Chicago.

Expect a slick morning commute on Friday, with snow increasing overnight. Chief meteorologist Albert Ramon has the latest First Alert Weather forecast tonight at 10 on CBS News Chicago.

Soon, Chicagoans will be saying goodbye to those mild temps. The good news is sunshine will still be around. There’s a chance for gusty snow showers by Wednesday, and colder air moves in by the weekend. The full forecast tonight on CBS News Chicago at 10.

Following Chicago’s 3rd wettest January day on record, another storm system arrives Saturday with wet snow heading our way. Meteorologist David Yeomans has the full weekend forecast tonight at 10 on CBS News Chicago.

Heavy rain at times will last through Thursday night, with the potential for some strong thunderstorms. Meteorologist Kylee Miller has the First Alert Weather forecast tonight at 10 on CBS News Chicago.

A rare January rainstorm is expected to land in Chicago by Thursday. Heavy rain with the chance of thunderstorms, gusty winds, and a low tornado potential. The timeline tonight on CBS Chicago at 10.

Fog develops Tuesday night, but the main topic of discussion is rain. Expect about 100% coverage by Thursday with up to an inch of accumulation. Also, snow is expected to make a return by the weekend. The full forecast tonight on CBS News Chicago at 10.

Uncle Remus Saucy Fried Chicken has been a staple in Chicago for decades. However, other restaurants have been using the name and its likeness. Now, the family-owned restaurant is fighting for its brand that took years to build. Tonight at 10 on CBS News Chicago.