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Storm system brings strong and damaging winds to Chicago area Wind gusts reached 60 to 70 mph in Hampshire, Illinois, in Kane County. 1H ago

Multiple people killed by Iowa tornado as powerful storms slam Midwest There were multiple fatalities from a tornado that ripped through the small Iowa town of Greenfield, which saw homes and businesses destroyed. 1H ago

Extra-alarm fire damages houses in Jefferson Park Flames first shot through the rear of a house at 5247 N. Laramie Ave. The wind was so fierce that the fire quickly spread to the two houses to the north, and also charred a backyard tree. 1H ago

Indiana man on road to recovery after being trapped in truck wreck Matt Reum was trapped for six days after his truck swerved off the highway, rolled across a creek, and crash-landed underneath a bridge near Portage, Indiana, just before Christmas. 42M ago

Chicago area microbrewery introduces Cicada-Infused Malört "It's a taste you won't find anywhere else, and it's only available once every 17 years!" Noon Whistle Brewing said. 51M ago

ho*rner hits game-ending single in 10th inning as Cubs beat Braves Mike Tauchman had two hits and two RBIs for the Cubs, who had dropped three of four. 1H ago

97-year-old World War II veteran to lead Memorial Day Parade in Aurora, Illinois On Tuesday evening, the City of Aurora honored Miller with a proclamation from Mayor Richard Irvin and sash ahead of the parade. updated 41M ago

White Sox snap 4-game losing streak, beat Blue Jays 5-0 Garrett Crochet and three relievers combined on a two-hitter, Corey Julks and Danny Mendick each had two RBIs and the Chicago White Sox snapped a four-game losing streak by beating the Toronto Blue Jays 5-0. 3H ago

Man shot on train near 47th Street CTA Red Line station Police said two men began fighting with a victim on a northbound train, and one of the men shot him. 1H ago

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Storm system brings strong and damaging winds to Chicago area Wind gusts reached 60 to 70 mph in Hampshire, Illinois, in Kane County. 1H 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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Former Chicago Police superintendent joins alders in fight to save ShotSpotter Former Supt. Eddie Johnson was adamant that he is not being paid by the company to promote it. He said he just thinks it works. 5H ago

Illinois bill would allow teachers who abuse students over 18 to be criminally charged Plenty of high school seniors are 18 years old, and some are even older. May 20

A young Chicago mother shot to death. How the system failed her. Maria Roque filed numerous police reports and got a protection order. But the system that was supposed to protect her failed. May 20

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Latest Videos World War II veteran to lead Memorial Day Parade in Aurora, Illinois On Tuesday evening, the City of Aurora honored Dick Miller, 97, with a proclamation from Mayor Richard Irvin and sash ahead of the parade. 46M ago 00:48

World War II veteran to lead Memorial Day Parade in Aurora, Illinois

Would you try a shot of Cicada-Infused Malort? Noon Whistle Brewing is offering its exclusive locally-harvested Cicada-Infuesed Malort at its Lombard brewpub. 1H ago 00:39

Storm risk persists overnight in Chicago area CBS 2 Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon, and Meteorologist David Yeomans, have your 10 p.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Tuesday, May 21, 2024. 1H ago 03:22

Indiana man is strong and motivated after getting trapped in truck, losing leg Matt Reum was trapped for six days after his truck swerved off the highway, rolled across a creek, and crash-landed underneath a bridge near Portage, Indiana, just before Christmas. He talked with CBS 2's Lauren Victory about his inspiring story of moving forward. 1H ago 03:23

Man shot on CTA Red Line train on Chicago's South Side The shooting happened during a fight on a train near the 47th Street stop. 1H ago 00:19