Salvation Army
Flood Relief Workers: ‘Hopefully Our Presence Really Helps People’
Disasters like this week’s flooding bring out armies of volunteers to help those in need in the affected areas, doing what they can to bring a measure of comfort to the victims in a time of crisis.
Protest Held Outside Ald. Cappelman’s Office
First it was pigeons and then, the homeless. Hundreds of protestors in uptown are angry at the alderman there over what they say are decisions that don’t respect his constituents, reports CBS 2’s Dana Kozlov.
Salvation Army To Stay In Uptown
The Salvation Army says it’s staying in Uptown after all – despite its earlier statements that 46th Ward Alderman James Cappleman had asked the Salvation Army food truck to clear out.
George Ryan Leaving Prison For Halfway House By Wednesday
After serving six years for a corruption conviction, former Gov. George Ryan is due to be released this week to a Chicago halfway house.
Salvation Army Helps Addict Get Life Back On Track
Dave Marsett interviews Jim Bisiules, who turned to the Salvation Army and Harbor Light to recover from a decades-long drug addiction. He’s back on track, thanks to their help.
Evanston Salvation Army In Need Of Storefront
The Evanston Salvation Army need a storefront to wrap gifts, assemble baskets and serve its clients.
Salvation Army Provides Space For Teens At Kroc Center
The Kroc Center Teen Zone offers homework help, a cultural exposure class, a teen sports club and a creative writing club.
Salvation Army Helps Woman Get Life On Track
A donation can go toward helping people like a woman who fled an abusive relationship and has been receiving housing, clothes and counseling from the Salvation Army.
In The Western Suburbs, Salvation Army Helps Jobless Construction Worker
WBBM Newsradio’s John Cody talks with an unemployed construction worker who has received assistance over the years from the St. Charles Salvation Army Community Center.
Even Affluent Suburbs Harbor People Who Need Salvation Army Assistance
The Salvation Community Center in Norridge provides after-school activities for young people, other resources for people struggling financially as well as worship services.
Salvation Army Helping Brighten Holidays For Needy Families
Some needy Chicago families found reason for a little excitement Tuesday at a Salvation Army Center in the Little Village neighborhood.
Gov. Ryan Qualifies For Early Work Release
Imprisoned former Gov. George Ryan will be released from prison five months early, having qualified for work release.
Charitable Organizations Help Provide Cooling Relief
The longer the extreme heat continues the more worried emergency workers become about our most vulnerable people.
Suburban Residents Preparing For A Very Hot Day On Thursday
The heat settling in on the Chicago area isn’t just uncomfortable, it’s potentially dangerous.
Former Drug User Cleans Up, Collects Diploma
Kevin Little wanted to clean up his act. He got the help he needed to do that at Chicago’s Salvation Army and on Friday night, he wore a cap and gown and got a precious diploma.
Get Organized: Best Places To Donate Your Junk
Did you know that January is the month to get organized? According to the National Association of Professional Organizers (NAPO), this year marks the seventh year that January is the month to get organized. NAPO wants to raise awareness on the benefits of getting organized and since getting organized is usually one of the top five New Years resolutions, what better time to start than now?
Salvation Army In Desperate Need Of Toys For Children
Toy donations are down 30 percent across the Chicagoland area — 60 to 70 percent at some city locations. CBS 2′s Dorothy Tucker reports.
WBBM Radiothon: The Many Ways The Salvation Army Makes A Difference
WBBM Newsradio’s annual Good Neighbor Radiothon is underway, this year benefiting the Salvation Army. Here is a look at the numerous ways in which the Salvation Army makes a difference to those in need in Chicago.
Salvation Army Bell-Ringer Conned Out Of Kettle Full Of Money
The Salvation Army Tri-City Corps in the western suburbs has lost up to $400, after a man fooled a bell-ringer into giving him a kettle full of cash.
Salvation Army Strikes Gold In North Suburbs
The Salvation Army has literally struck gold with several anonymous donors in the northern suburbs.
Most Popular News
- Senate Passes Ban On Handheld Cell Phones While DrivingThe proposal says drivers must use hands-free devices or speakerphone features.127
- Three Stabbed On Northwest SideThree teenagers were stabbed in the Belmont Cragin area Thursday night on the Northwest Side.142
- Students Disciplined For ‘Sexting’ Incident At Evanston Township HighIn a letter to parents dated Thursday, District 202 Supt. Eric Witherspoon wrote that girls sent inappropriate photos to members of the varsity baseball team.265
- Cops Crack Down On Retailers Who Sell Stolen GoodsA new law in Illinois is allowing police and retailers to work together to crack down on organized retail theft. CBS 2's Mike Puccinelli reports.117
- Jury Sides With Donald Trump In Condo Dispute With Woman, 87A federal jury has sided with developer Donald Trump -- not the 87-year-old woman who says she was cheated financially after buying two condominiums at his Trump Tower project.1056
- VIDEO: Guard Allegedly Pushes Dunbar Student Down StairsAn employee at a public high school in the Bronzeville neighborhood has been taken off the job after being recorded on cell phone video pushing a girl down a set of stairs.408
Contests & Promotions
- Benjamin Moore Which Team Colors Matter Most? May 24, 2013Which Team Colors matter most to you? Either way, you could be a winner! Just sign up now for a chance to win $500 Depot Dollars to the Chicago Sports Depot to pick up some gear with your favorite team colors as they battle it out this week!
- AVEENO® MEN’S “Building a Healthier Foundation” Sweepstakes May 21, 2013AVEENO® Men’s™ knows your family is your foundation. And to take good care of them, you need to take good care of yourself. Win a family day at the ballpark from AVEENO® Men’s™.
- Join Hankook Tire To Reel In The Next Big Catch May 20, 2013Join Hankook tire to reel in the next great catch! Click here to go to www.TirePrize.com and enter for your chance to win the ultimate fishing excursion in Puerto Rico!
- Meet Jim Rome On Set In Los Angeles May 20, 2013AutoZone and the Jim Rome Show are giving one winner and a guest a trip to meet Jim Rome in Los Angeles on the set of his Showtime television show! Enter for your chance to win!
Twitter Updates
- A school principal camped out on the roof last night, after students met reading goals set by their teachers. cbsloc.al/13PMP6R 1 hour ago
- RT @Millennium_Park: Tomorrow morning see a LIVE preview of Dinosaur Petting Zoo on CBS 2 from Millennium Park @CBS2Chicago @VinceGerasole … 13 hours ago
