Legionella Bacteria Found At Mendoza's Office
Officials from that office confirmed the positive test Tuesday, adding the water is not in parts of the building accessible to employees.
Officials from that office confirmed the positive test Tuesday, adding the water is not in parts of the building accessible to employees.
Gov. Bruce Rauner used his fourth State of the State address to call for collaborative efforts to combat a number of issues in Illinois.
Gov. Bruce Rauner has checked himself into an Illinois Veterans Home in downstate Quincy, where at least 13 residents have died from the infectious Legionnaires' disease since July 2015.
A new Illinois law is meant to stop businesses from punishing you for giving them a bad review.
"Holidays At The White House" is going now through January 7th at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum.
The governor said he would try to roll back the income tax approved over his veto earlier this year.
A big part of Gov. Bruce Rauner's so-called "Turnaround Agenda" is a property tax freeze, but Republicans said the latest version approved by House Democrats is no more than political pandering.
Early detection, perhaps followed by stem cell treatment, can help children survive Krabbe disease, a degenerative nervous system disorder.
"We're looking at better chances for seeing wetter than normal precipitation for the winter months. That's looking at December, January and February."
It's National Teen Driver Safety Week and driving teen fatalities are down 51 percent, according to Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White.
A Springfield researcher is looking into ways to fight the opioid crisis with help from a $1 million federal grant.
Weather service communicates not just with local government and radio and t.v. stations but says NWS's Chris Miller in Lincoln, directly with you.
"None of us are getting everything we want," Senate Minority Leader Bill Brady said. "This is a true compromise."
Rauner's veto would remove $463 million in state funding for Chicago Public Schools, while giving other districts millions more.
The governor used his amendatory veto power to remove a $250 million block grant for CPS from the legislation, among other changes.
Lawmakers could be staring at another special session, because of a dispute over education funding, after the governor gave an ultimatum.
One of the remaining issues in Springfield -- workers' compensation -- is the subject of a bill that's passed the Senate.
The Monarch is believed to look for milkweed near north-south highways during its migration.
State Rep. Brian Stewart, R-Freeport, says these are not like the Sharks and the Jets used in West Side Story. He says they're important tools.
The portrait depicts Quinn in his "lucky" purple-striped tie. He stands in front of a background of 44 instances of people, issues and events from more than four decades in public service.
Illinois does not have a budget, but it may be getting a handle on bedbugs.
Dozens of women descended on Springfield on Tuesday to protest Gov. Rauner's flip-flopped position on abortion.
Hundreds of activists marched on the Illinois State Capitol on Tuesday, declaring women do not have equality in the U.S.
The way people worship has changed over the decades, according to Sr. Marcelline Koch.
If 2017 is to be the year Illinois overhauls its public education funding formula, a downstate Republican could be your man.
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Gusty wind and partly cloudy skies are expected Tuesday with highs in the low to mid-50s.
The victim was taken to Stroger Hospital in good condition.
Complaints ran the gamut but included selling narcotics, shots fired, and criminal trespassing. It all stemmed from the area that's supposed to be empty.
Fed-up neighbors showed video to CBS 2, saying it has been happening since last week in their Belmont Cragin community.
The 2024 primary elections in Illinois take place on Tuesday, March 19, and if you need to know where to vote, here's how to find the location of your polling place.
Gusty wind and partly cloudy skies are expected Tuesday with highs in the low to mid-50s.
The victim was taken to Stroger Hospital in good condition.
Complaints ran the gamut but included selling narcotics, shots fired, and criminal trespassing. It all stemmed from the area that's supposed to be empty.
Fed-up neighbors showed video to CBS 2, saying it has been happening since last week in their Belmont Cragin community.
On Oct. 26, 2022, 7-year-old Akeem Briscoe was struck and killed by a single stray bullet while washing his hands. Now, the teen on trial in his murder has been freshly arrested while out free.
The glaring disparity is that most of the people who were the subjects of "suspicious activity reports" were Arab and Muslim.
The wrong police raids on Anjanette Young and the family of Peter Mendez, first exposed by the CBS 2 Investigators, led to sweeping search warrant reforms.
On Oct. 26, 2022, 7-year-old Akeem Briscoe was struck and killed by a single stray bullet while washing his hands.
In October 2022, a single stray bullet found its way through Akeem Briscoe's family's kitchen window and into the bathroom, striking the second-grader as he stood by the sink.
A week ago Thursday, Flossmoor Mayor Michelle Nelson said the village was "parting ways" with Jones. Last week Jones – the south suburban village's first Black police chief – filed a federal civil rights lawsuit.
Protest organizers want to be able to march in sight and sound of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center.
The $45 million is an estimate for medical costs for the rest of 15-year-old Nathen Jones' life after the 2021 crash.
A small fraction of eligible voters in Tuesday's election could also have a big effect on local offices and Bring Chicago Home, a key ballot question to raise some real estate transfer taxes.
Candidates for elected school board seats in this year's election can begin circulating nominating petitions on March 26.
Anyone with these sausages in their refrigerators should throw them away or return them to the store.
Elliott Henderson, of south suburban Glenwood, is featured on a website, a petition, and Facebook and Instagram pages -- all dedicated to warning others about his travel deals.
It all stems from the cars being easier targets for thieves because of their design.
On Thursday of last week, more than 50,000 AT&T customers lost service in a widespread outage.
ComEd claimed one woman owed almost $10,000 on what was supposed to be a bill for $49.20.
The study also found that predominantly Black and Latino populations were disproportionately less likely to be tested for lead, but also disproportionately exposed to contaminated drinking water.
The eclipse, expected on April 8, will be the last one visible from the continental U.S. until 2044.
This year's class from Northwestern University sat front row for lessons from the COVID-19 pandemic and now a measles outbreak.
Infections of the highly contagious measles virus have been reported in 17 states in the first three months of 2024.
Of the 12 cases, 10 have been linked to a migrant shelter in Pilsen.
CEO Scott Kirby said the airline was already planning an extra day of training for pilots starting in May and changes in training curriculum for newly hired mechanics.
Brothers opened K's Department Store three quarters of a century ago – and now, one of them has to close it for good.
In 2025, the Boat Show will be held at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center.
Gym members hope the heavy lifting of advocacy will save their gym from being the latest business closure on Chicago's South Side.
Stellantis' Belvidere Assembly Plant was indefinitely idled at the end of February of last year. But a deal was reached months later for a plan to reopen it.
Nikola Vucevic had 22 points and nine rebounds in the Bulls' third win in four games. Ayo Dosunmu finished with 23 points and 10 assists.
The hard-throwing Crochet has made 72 career appearances, but all have come in relief.
Holtmann is back in the Big East as DePaul's head coach, bringing a history of being able to find success at programs quickly.
Ryan Donato, Kevin Korchinski and Joey Anderson scored in a 1:23 span of the third period, and the Chicago Blackhawks beat the San Jose Sharks 5-2 on Sunday night.
Both teams are heading to the East Region, with Illinois as the No. 3 seed and Northwestern as the No. 9 seed.
The documentary welcomes viewers into the Bad River Band's decades-long battle for sovereignty.
Actor Olivia Munn said on social media she's had four surgeries in the last 10 months, including a double mastectomy, since being diagnosed with breast cancer.
The beloved race around the world features thirteen new teams competing for a $1 million grand prize.
See the full list of who won Oscars at the 2024 Academy Awards, and who was nominated.
Watch scenes from the performances nominated in the category of best actress at the 2024 Academy Awards, as well as interviews with the Oscar nominees.
Around 12:30 a.m., three armed robbers approached his car in an alley near Leamington and Iowa and forced him out. The offender took his belongings and fired a shot at him as they drove off in a silver sedan.
CBS 2 meteorologist Laura Bannon has the forecast.
The cherry trees in Washington, D.C., are in peak bloom, attracting huge crowds to the National Mall.
“Opill” can now be bought directly from its company website and through Amazon.
The strawberries were purchased from a school fundraiser, and the boy showed an allergic reaction Thursday. He died the next morning.
Fed-up neighbors showed video to CBS 2, saying it has been happening since last week in their Belmont Cragin community.
Crosetti Brand, 37, was charged Friday in the murder of Jayden Perkins, 11, and the stabbing of his mother.
Police said Williams was in an alley outside Gusto's when he was approached by a suspect in a blue vehicle. The suspect pulled out a gun and began shooting.
Police said the boy was in an alley near 74th and Kenwood around 2:20 p.m., when two gunmen walked up and started shooting.
The arsonist has set fire to items such as fences, garages, and trash cans.