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CPS Denies Banning Graphic Novel By Iranian Author
Chicago Public Schools officials denied rumors Friday that they had banned the graphic novel “Perseopolis” from its schools, explaining they only determined it was inappropriate for use in 7th grade curriculum.
‘Shred’ Dieters Eat Many Times A Day
CBS 2′s Mary Kay Kleist talks with the Chicago creator of the Shred Diet.
Help! Missing Elf: One Man’s Journey With Elf On The Shelf
What do you do when your elf leaves and doesn’t come back? Mount a search party? Hire a private detective? You contact customer service, which is exactly what Fred Sasaki did. Here’s how that went…
Hollowed-Out Book With Gun Inside Donated To Ind. Library
The donated book was Robert Stone’s novel “Outerbridge Reach.” But it was really just a holding place for a gold A.S.M. .31-caliber, a single-shot black powder handgun with a wooden handle.
Vaughn Jury Foreman Writing Book About Trial
A Will County attorney is looking to write a book about his role as foreman on the Christopher Vaughn murder trial.
South Suburban School Counselor Fired Over Sexually Graphic Book
A south suburban school district has fired the guidance counselor and former basketball coach who wrote a book that some say crossed the line, sexually speaking.
Blues Legend Buddy Guy Talks About New Book
Buddy Guy has influenced the likes of some of the most famous guitarists like Eric Clapton, Jimi Hendrix and Keith Richards but his early beginnings were simple growing up in Mississippi.
New Book Details New, Bizarre Stories About Blagojevich
The saga of Rod Blagojevich involved no shortage of the bizarre and the tawdry, but a book about the deposed and imprisoned governor set for release next month may top it all yet again.
Abdul-Jabbar Joins Governor In Push To Promote Science, Math
NBA Hall-of-Famer Kareem Abdul-Jabbar urged Chicago Public Schools students to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
Controversial Book Asks ‘Is Marriage for White People?’
The single life is a challenge for many people – dating and finding the right romantic partner are not easy. But for one segment of the population, it is even more difficult, according to a new and controversial book. CBS 2’s Jim Williams takes a look at “Is Marriage for White People?” by Ralph Richard Banks.
Emanuel Says He Has Fine Relationship With Mrs. Obama
Mayor Rahm Emanuel is dismissing the assertions in a new book that he had a strained relationship with First Lady Michelle Obama when he was White House Chief of Staff.
TSA Finds Daggers Hidden In Chicago-Bound Passenger’s Book
The Transportation Security Administration says officers found two throwing daggers hidden in a hollowed-out book at a checkpoint at Reagan-Washington National Airport.
Chicago’s Best Bookstores
Whether buying books for yourself or others, here’s a list of the best local bookshops to visit.
New Book Questions Emanuel’s Sale Of Freddie Mac Stock
A new book out today alleges that Mayor Rahm Emanuel used his insider status to rack up big gains in the stock market.
Common Draws Crowd At Macy’s Book Signing
The Chicago-born hip-hop artist and actor Common drew a crowd of at least 200 this afternoon at Macy’s Loop store.
Loren-Maltese Plugging Book After Yard Sale Ends
Over the holiday weekend, former Cicero Town President Betty Loren-Maltese sold much of her belongings at a yard sale. Next, she’ll try to sell a book to help pay her bills and some of the restitution she still owes the government from her 2006 corruption conviction.
New Book Looks Back At John Wayne Gacy Case
A new book re-examines one of the most shocking crimes ever – John Wayne Gacy’s murder of 34 boys and young men in the 1970s.
Ex-Detroit Pitcher, Ump Forbidden From Playing Together
A year after former Detroit Tigers pitcher Armando Galarraga lost a perfect game after a missed call by umpire Jim Joyce, the two are forbidden from participating in games together.
Deadly Tragedy Spurs Janet Willis To Write Book On Heaven
Six of her children were killed in fiery highway crash; a crash that led to a huge political corruption scandal and, ultimately, the conviction of former Gov. George Ryan. Now, Janet Willis is sharing some of her most personal thoughts.
Science Author’s New Book Discusses Ethics Of Cell Use
Science author Rebecca Skloot has opened a medical Pandora’s box with her book, “The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks.”
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- Former Glenbard East Student Accused Of Planning Columbine-Type AttackA 19-year-old former student at Glenbard East High School in Lombard was in custody on Wednesday, accused of planning a "Columbine-style" attack on the school, with a list of people he wanted to target.561
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