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One man's stay at a YMCA in Chicago's Bronzeville neighborhood would eventually lead to the creation of Black History Month. Here's how.
How Dr. Carter Woodson's stay at the Bronzeville YMCA sparked what eventually became Black History Month
One man's stay at a YMCA in Chicago's Bronzeville neighborhood would eventually lead to the creation of Black History Month. Here's how.
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February 6, 2026 at 8:30 PM
One man's stay at a YMCA in Chicago's Bronzeville neighborhood would eventually lead to the creation of Black History Month. Here's how.
A woman was found dead with a gunshot wound inside an apartment in Chicago's West Ridge neighborhood on Friday morning.
Woman found dead with gunshot inside West Ridge apartment, Chicago police say; investigation underway
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February 6, 2026 at 7:30 PM
A woman was found dead with a gunshot wound inside an apartment in Chicago's West Ridge neighborhood on Friday morning.
Police tape was seen surrounding the area and on a balcony of the building. https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/woman-found-dead-west-ridge/
Investigation underway after woman found dead inside West Ridge apartment
A woman was found dead inside an apartment in Chicago's West Ridge neighborhood on Friday morning.
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February 6, 2026 at 6:54 PM
Police tape was seen surrounding the area and on a balcony of the building. https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/woman-found-dead-west-ridge/
Actor Timothy Busfield has been indicted on four counts of criminal sexual contact of a child, officials said Friday.
Actor Timothy Busfield indicted on 4 counts of sexual contact with a child in New Mexico
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February 6, 2026 at 6:43 PM
Actor Timothy Busfield has been indicted on four counts of criminal sexual contact of a child, officials said Friday.
The White House on Friday removed an election-conspiracy video shared by President Trump on social media that included racist footage depicting former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama as apes.
White House removes Trump post with racist footage of Obamas hours after defending it
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February 6, 2026 at 6:00 PM
The White House on Friday removed an election-conspiracy video shared by President Trump on social media that included racist footage depicting former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama as apes.
The woman set on fire on the CTA Blue Line in a random act of violence has been released from the hospital.
Bethany MaGee, woman set on fire on CTA Blue Line, released from Stroger Hospital
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February 6, 2026 at 5:35 PM
The woman set on fire on the CTA Blue Line in a random act of violence has been released from the hospital.
A federal judge in Chicago has ruled key evidence in the Marimar Martinez shooting, including bodycam video and text messages, can be released.
Judge rules key evidence in Marimar Martinez shooting, including bodycam video and text messages, can be released
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February 6, 2026 at 5:15 PM
A federal judge in Chicago has ruled key evidence in the Marimar Martinez shooting, including bodycam video and text messages, can be released.
The City of Chicago is taking steps to buy Chicago's Greyhound bus station. https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/chicago-moves-to-buy-greyhound-station/
Chicago moves to buy, renovate $50 million Greyhound station
The City of Chicago is taking steps to buy Chicago's Greyhound bus station.
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February 6, 2026 at 4:38 PM
The City of Chicago is taking steps to buy Chicago's Greyhound bus station. https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/chicago-moves-to-buy-greyhound-station/
A collaboration between Bad Bunny and a history professor is teaching people about Puerto Rican history in an event series at the Chicago Public Library.
Chicago Public Library uses Bad Bunny videos to teach Puerto Rican history
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February 6, 2026 at 4:05 PM
A collaboration between Bad Bunny and a history professor is teaching people about Puerto Rican history in an event series at the Chicago Public Library.
The FBI has arrested "one of the key participants" behind the attack on U.S. facilities in Benghazi, Libya, in 2012 that killed four Americans. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/justice-department-bondi-patel-pirro/
Suspect in 2012 Benghazi attack arrested and brought to the U.S.
The FBI has arrested "one of the key participants" behind the attack on U.S. facilities in Benghazi, Libya, in 2012 that killed four Americans.
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February 6, 2026 at 3:30 PM
The FBI has arrested "one of the key participants" behind the attack on U.S. facilities in Benghazi, Libya, in 2012 that killed four Americans. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/justice-department-bondi-patel-pirro/
A security official in the area told CBS News the attack in Islamabad came while the Shiite Muslim mosque was packed with people for Friday prayers.
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Mosque in Pakistan's capital Islamabad hit by suicide bombing, leaving dozens dead and wounded
Officials say a suicide bomber blew himself up at the gates of a Shiite mosque in Islamabad, killing dozens of people during Friday prayers.
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February 6, 2026 at 12:30 PM
A security official in the area told CBS News the attack in Islamabad came while the Shiite Muslim mosque was packed with people for Friday prayers.
https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/pakistan-islamabad-mosque-attack-suicide-bombing/
https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/pakistan-islamabad-mosque-attack-suicide-bombing/
A judge in Chicago is expected to rule on Friday on whether body camera footage will be released, showing border patrol agents shooting a woman five times in Brighton Park. https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/judge-ruling-bodycam-video-shooting-marimar-martinez/
Judge expected to rule on release of bodycam video in shooting of Marimar Martinez by federal agents
A federal judge in Chicago is expected to rule on Friday on whether body camera footage will be released, showing border patrol agents shooting a woman five times in Brighton Park.
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February 6, 2026 at 12:00 PM
A judge in Chicago is expected to rule on Friday on whether body camera footage will be released, showing border patrol agents shooting a woman five times in Brighton Park. https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/judge-ruling-bodycam-video-shooting-marimar-martinez/
Illinois had more tornadoes than any other state in the U.S. last year. As the climate warms, Illinois has seen a surge in tornado activity in the last few years.
Illinois led the nation in tornadoes in 2025 as Tornado Alley shifted into Midwest
Illinois had more tornadoes than any other state in the U.S. last year. As the climate warms, Illinois has seen a surge in tornado activity in the last few years.
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February 6, 2026 at 5:59 AM
Illinois had more tornadoes than any other state in the U.S. last year. As the climate warms, Illinois has seen a surge in tornado activity in the last few years.
One week after a Joliet sign-making business burned down, the owner was personally delivering orders to his customers until he can rebuild.
Joliet sign-making business carrying on after fire destroys building
One week after a Joliet sign-making business burned down, the owner was personally delivering orders to his customers until he can rebuild.
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February 6, 2026 at 5:30 AM
One week after a Joliet sign-making business burned down, the owner was personally delivering orders to his customers until he can rebuild.
A burglary crew smashed into a restaurant in Chicago's southwest suburbs, leaving the owner cleaning up a big and frustrating mess.
Burglars use sledgehammers to break into Oak Lawn restaurant and smash open slot machines
A burglary crew smashed into a restaurant in Chicago's southwest suburbs, leaving the owner cleaning up a big and frustrating mess.
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February 6, 2026 at 5:00 AM
A burglary crew smashed into a restaurant in Chicago's southwest suburbs, leaving the owner cleaning up a big and frustrating mess.
Brandon Ingram scored 33 points, Immanuel Quickley had 24 and the Toronto Raptors beat the new-look Chicago Bulls 123-107.
Brandon Ingram scores 33 points as Raptors beat new-look Bulls 123-107
Brandon Ingram scored 33 points, Immanuel Quickley had 24 and the Toronto Raptors beat the new-look Chicago Bulls 123-107.
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February 6, 2026 at 4:30 AM
Brandon Ingram scored 33 points, Immanuel Quickley had 24 and the Toronto Raptors beat the new-look Chicago Bulls 123-107.
Caleb Williams certainly had plenty of big throws to celebrate in 2025, but it wasn't hard to pick his most memorable one after he launched a 46-yard touchdown pass to DJ Moore to beat the Packers in overtime in Week 16.
Bears win Next Gen Stats Moment of the Year for Williams-Moore overtime TD vs. Packers
Caleb Williams certainly had plenty of big throws to celebrate in 2025, but it wasn't hard to pick his most memorable one after he launched a 46-yard touchdown throw to DJ Moore to beat the Packers in overtime in Week 16.
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February 6, 2026 at 4:00 AM
Caleb Williams certainly had plenty of big throws to celebrate in 2025, but it wasn't hard to pick his most memorable one after he launched a 46-yard touchdown pass to DJ Moore to beat the Packers in overtime in Week 16.
Chicago Bears guard Joe Thuney was named the NFL's top offensive lineman of 2025 on Thursday, winning the inaugural Protector of the Year Award.
Bears guard Joe Thuney wins inaugural NFL Protector of the Year Award
Chicago Bears guard Joe Thuney was named the NFL's top offensive lineman of 2025 on Thursday, winning the inaugural Protector of the Year Award.
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February 6, 2026 at 3:30 AM
Chicago Bears guard Joe Thuney was named the NFL's top offensive lineman of 2025 on Thursday, winning the inaugural Protector of the Year Award.
A west suburban daycare worker is accused of giving laxatives to toddlers and telling the children it was candy.
Daycare worker accused of giving children laxatives in St. Charles, Illinois
A daycare worker is accused of giving children laxatives in St. Charles, Illinois.
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February 6, 2026 at 3:00 AM
A west suburban daycare worker is accused of giving laxatives to toddlers and telling the children it was candy.
A man died after he was hit by a car in northwest suburban Rolling Meadows on Wednesday at an intersection known for being dangerous.
70-year-old man dies after being hit by car in Rolling Meadows at notably dangerous intersection
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February 6, 2026 at 2:30 AM
A man died after he was hit by a car in northwest suburban Rolling Meadows on Wednesday at an intersection known for being dangerous.
History is found in many places, including a distillery in the south suburbs.
Gun from 1924 found at Thornton Distilling Company could be linked to Al Capone
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February 6, 2026 at 2:00 AM
History is found in many places, including a distillery in the south suburbs.
In an odd twist to a January home invasion, the victim is now in jail on charges related to the crime.
Beach Park homeowner jailed for drugs, guns, cash found after home invasion
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February 6, 2026 at 1:30 AM
In an odd twist to a January home invasion, the victim is now in jail on charges related to the crime.
Six months after a well-known charter boat captain was found dead at DuSable Harbor in downtown Chicago, a man has been charged with his murder.
Man charged with murder of popular Chicago charter boat captain at DuSable Harbor
Six months after a well-known charter boat captain was found dead at DuSable Harbor in downtown Chicago, a man has been charged with his murder.
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February 6, 2026 at 1:00 AM
Six months after a well-known charter boat captain was found dead at DuSable Harbor in downtown Chicago, a man has been charged with his murder.
There are many ways to celebrate Black History Month, but in Bolingbrook a very special event has been put on a by a very special group of people for nearly 30 years.
Bolingbrook Black History Month Awareness Club has been hosting special celebrations for nearly 30 years
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February 6, 2026 at 12:30 AM
There are many ways to celebrate Black History Month, but in Bolingbrook a very special event has been put on a by a very special group of people for nearly 30 years.
Uptown is among the most popular neighborhoods to eat, drink, dine, and enjoy entertainment on the North Side of Chicago. We spoke to Green Mill owner Dave Jemilo shares his cocktail bar and lounge's rich history, legacy with notorious gangster Al Capone, and why it's such a special place.
For the Love of... Uptown
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February 6, 2026 at 12:00 AM
Uptown is among the most popular neighborhoods to eat, drink, dine, and enjoy entertainment on the North Side of Chicago. We spoke to Green Mill owner Dave Jemilo shares his cocktail bar and lounge's rich history, legacy with notorious gangster Al Capone, and why it's such a special place.