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Struggling with falling demand for farm equipment, Deere & Co. announces nearly 600 layoffs The production positions being cut are at its home base in Moline and two factories in Iowa.

Supreme Court rules ex-presidents have broad immunity, dimming chance of Trump trial before election An ex-president is entitled to absolute immunity from criminal prosecution for official acts, Chief Justice John Roberts said. But there’s no immunity for unofficial acts, Roberts said.

Storms return on Tuesday CBS 2 Meteorologist David Yeomans has a look at the extended forecast.

Chicago Fire officials remind people to keep safety top of mind on the 4th In 2023, 9,700 fireworks injuries were reported, with eight deaths. In illinois, officials reported 10 people losing limbs. Officials also emphasized the impact fireworks have on combat veterans battling PTSD.

The Only Reason to See Wilco Outside of Chicago It seems counterintuitive to leave the city to see Wilco, but the Solid Sound Festival puts local act in a unique atmosphere that just can't be found here.

Evanston beach closed as crews resume search for missing swimmer The search for a missing swimmer resumed in Lake Michigan on Monday, as crews look for a man who got caught up in the current on Sunday at Lighthouse Beach in Evanston.

Five Cool Vacation Homes For Sale You can love Chicago in the summer and still appreciate a gorgeous getaway.

22-year-old man pulled from Lake Michigan in Chicago A death investigation is underway.

Charges dropped against pro-Palestinian protestors from Art Institute of Chicago encampment

Charges dropped against pro-Palestinian protestors from Art Institute of Chicago encampment Dozens of demonstrators were arrested in May on criminal trespassing charges

Chicago Police arrest 53 people in Lakeview during overnight chaos following Pride Parade Fourteen people were charged with felonies.

1 dead, driver wounded in shooting on CTA bus on South Side About 12:15 a.m. Monday, two men were fighting on a bus in the 3400 block of South State Street in Douglas when one of the men opened fire, police said. One passenger died, and the driver was wounded.

Patrick Bertoletti eats 58 hot dogs to win his first men's title at Nathan's contest

Patrick Bertoletti wins his first men's title at annual Nathan's hot dog eating contest Patrick Bertoletti of Chicago has won his first men's title at the annual Nathan's Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest by consuming 58 hot dogs.

Man found fatally shot in Roseland Police responding to a call of shots fired in the 100 block of West 113th Street found a 34-year-old man sitting in a car with a gunshot wound to his left ear Sunday night.

Bus driver injured, passenger killed in shooting on Chicago's South Side The passenger who was shot, died at a local hospital.

Chicago Park District to close 31st Street Beach starting Thursday through holiday weekend

Chicago Park District to close 31st Street Beach for 10 days starting Thursday The Chicago Park District will close 31st Street beach at 9 p.m. for ten days, starting Thursday night.

Beach Hazard statement remains in effect, lows in the 50s Wave heights of 4 to 6 feet remain overnight. The Beach Hazard statement remains in effect until 7 a.m. Monday.

Chicago mom killed after abuser was allowed to keep his guns China Mitchell went to court in October 2022 and was granted an Emergency Order of Protection against her former boyfriend, Louie Foster, whom she accused of abuse.

Chicago mom was killed after abuser was allowed to keep his guns A murky law involving emergency protection orders leads to some judges allowing domestic abusers to keep their weapons.

Search paused for missing swimmer in Lake Michigan The search for the 41-year-old man went on for hours before officials called off the recovery mission just before 8 p.m. Sunday due to harsh conditions.

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Gas tax increase among 9 new laws in Illinois going into effect Monday From new protections for young social media stars to driver's licenses for undocumented immigrants, these laws will go into effect on July 1.

9 new laws will go into effect beginning in July From a minimum wage increase to new protections for young social media stars, these laws will go into effect on July 1 and will impact thousands of residents statewide.

Man steals shopping bag from Blue Line passenger in West Town A woman was on a Blue Line train near the 800 block of North Milwaukee Avenue about 10:30 a.m. Saturday when a man approached saying he had a handgun, police said. He grabbed her property and fled.

Family Pride Fest happening in Rogers Park For the rest of this event, organizers say the fun will be geared toward adults.

Celebrating 1000 Chicago Documenters Trained - City Bureau

Celebrating 1,000 Chicago Documenters Trained — City Bureau Since 2018, we’ve equipped a thousand people with the tools of journalism to demystify local government processes. Read about our favorite civic side hustle, what we’ve learned and where we’re headed next.

Pritzker signs 2 new bills for LGBTQ+ rights in honor of Pride Month One bill aims to ensure diversity in non-profit organizations, while the other makes it easier for Illinois residents to change the legal gender on their birth certificates if they were born in other states.

Clear skies, 50s for lows in Chicago The National Weather Service has extended the Beach Hazard statement until 7 a.m. Monday.

3 killed in Greater Grand Crossing shooting A group of people were arguing in the 500 block of East 76th Street about 2:15 a.m. Sunday when two people fired shots and fled in an SUV, police said.

Thousands attend 53rd Chicago Pride Parade to celebrate last day of Pride Month Thousands lined Northalsted with colors, floats, music, and, of course, the fans to celebrate Pride.

Thousands attend 53rd annual Chicago Pride Parade in Lakeview The event brought fun and love to a stretch of the city's North Side.