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Over 120 flights were canceled at O'Hare International Airport on Tuesday morning as the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) flight reductions rose to 6% due to the government shutdown.
Over 120 flights canceled at Chicago's O'Hare Airport as FAA reductions rise to 6%
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November 11, 2025 at 7:00 PM
UPDATE: Three people were shot in a Bronzeville Jewel Osco Tuesday morning, Chicago police said.
3 shot in Bronzeville Jewel-Osco, Chicago police say
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November 11, 2025 at 6:50 PM
ZooLights is returning to Chicago's Lincoln Park Zoo for the holiday season. https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/lincoln-park-zoolights-opening-2025/ 
Lincoln Park ZooLights opening for holiday season this weekend
ZooLights is returning to Chicago's Lincoln Park Zoo for the holiday season.
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November 11, 2025 at 6:30 PM
A large police presence was reported outside the Jewel-Osco in Chicago's Bronzeville neighborhood.
Large police presence outside Bronzeville Jewel-Osco after reports of shooting
There is a large police presence was outside a Jewel-Osco in Chicago's Bronzeville neighborhood Tuesday afternoon after reports of a shooting.
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November 11, 2025 at 6:11 PM
If you need a turkey for Thanksgiving, you could get one for free this week.
Black McDonald's Owners Association giving out free turkeys this week. Here are the locations.
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November 11, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Sally Kirkland was best known for sharing the screen with Paul Newman and Robert Redford in "The Sting" and her Oscar-nominated title role in the 1987 movie "Anna."
Sally Kirkland, Oscar-nominated actor known for roles in "Anna" and "The Sting," dies at age 84
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November 11, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Ceremonies and parades will honor veterans across the Chicago area, but a number of restaurants are also offering free meals and other deals to those who have served.
Veterans Day free meals, restaurant deals, grocery giveaways in the Chicago area
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November 11, 2025 at 5:00 PM
The Leo High School choir performed at the South Side school for a group of veterans who also call Leo their alma mater, a special ceremony to honor the legacy of service and Leo pride.
Leo High School choir performs in special Veterans Day ceremony for alumni who served
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November 11, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Two men were arrested after a shooting in Chicago Lawn early Tuesday morning.
2 men arrested after shooting in Chicago Lawn
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November 11, 2025 at 4:00 PM
President Trump on Sunday floated the idea of tapping his administration's tariff revenue to send checks to most Americans. But questions remain about how checks would be disbursed, if tariff revenue could cover the costs, and whether Congress would approve the checks at all.
Trump proposes $2,000 dividend funded by tariffs. Here's what experts say about the plan.
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November 11, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Most stores will remain open on Veterans Day, but services like the USPS and many banks will close.
Are stores and banks open on Veterans Day? See what's operating on Nov. 11.
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November 11, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Kit Prendergast discovered the bee while surveying a critically endangered wildflower and was drawn to the insect's unique appearance.
Scientists discover new "lucifer" bee with devil-like horns lurking in critically endangered wildflower in Australia
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November 11, 2025 at 2:30 PM
An outbreak of botulism tied to ByHeart baby formula has made at least 15 infants sick in 12 states, a California health official said Monday. Here's what to know.
Botulism outbreak tied to ByHeart baby formula has sickened at least 15 infants, officials say
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November 11, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Use of force by federal agents has become a focus of legal disputes as the Trump administration contends the tactics are necessary.
We asked a former federal agent to review videos showing use of force against protesters. Here's what he found.
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November 11, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Some Indiana schools will start two hours late due to inclement weather, causing dangerous conditions on roadways. https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/gary-indiana-school-late-start-weather/ 
Gary, Indiana, schools starting two hours late due to inclement weather
Some Gary, Indiana, schools will start two hours late due to inclement weather, causing dangerous conditions on roadways.
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November 11, 2025 at 11:59 AM
'Tis the season for tourists, and scams. With rip-off artists at work along the Magnificent Mile and in Streeterville, the Better Business Bureau explained how you can avoid becoming a target.
Shoppers and tourists targeted by scammers on Magnificent Mile. How can you protect yourself
'Tis the season for tourists, and scams. With rip-off artists at work along the Magnificent Mile and in Streeterville, the Better Business Bureau explained how you can avoid becoming a target.
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November 11, 2025 at 5:00 AM
The Senate late Monday approved a long-sought funding package that would end the government shutdown, bringing Congress one step closer to ending an impasse that has gripped Washington for 41 days and sowed chaos across the country.
Government shutdown end in sight as Senate approves funding package, sending it to House
The Senate approved a long-sought funding package that would end the government shutdown late Monday, bringing Congress one step closer to ending a 41-day impasse.
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November 11, 2025 at 4:40 AM
Indiana State Police said, with Tuesday morning lows in the 20s, more accidents might be coming due to areas of black ice, especially on overpasses.
Indiana State Police concerned black ice could make for dangerous Tuesday morning commute
Indiana State Police said, with Tuesday morning lows in the 20s, more accidents might be coming due to areas of black ice, especially on overpasses.
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November 11, 2025 at 4:30 AM
Victor Wembanyama scored 18 of his 38 points in the fourth quarter, and the San Antonio Spurs beat the Chicago Bulls 121-117 for their third consecutive win.
Wembanyama scores 38 points as Spurs rally past Bulls for 121-117 victory
Victor Wembanyama scored 18 of his 38 points in the fourth quarter, and the San Antonio Spurs beat the Chicago Bulls 121-117 for their third consecutive win.
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November 11, 2025 at 3:55 AM
Chicago police are asking for help identifying the man who stabbed a CTA passenger on a Blue Line platform over the weekend on the Near West Side.
Chicago police seek man who stabbed CTA passenger on Blue Line platform on Near West Side
Chicago police are asking for help identifying the man who stabbed a CTA passenger on a Blue Line platform over the weekend on the Near West Side.
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November 11, 2025 at 3:17 AM
The Senate approved a long-sought funding package that would end the government shutdown late Monday, bringing Congress one step closer to ending a 41-day impasse. Follow live updates here.
Government shutdown live updates as Senate approves funding package, sending it to House
The Senate approved a long-sought funding package that would end the government shutdown late Monday, bringing Congress one step closer to ending a 41-day impasse. Follow live updates here.
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November 11, 2025 at 2:51 AM
Some Border Patrol agents could soon leave the Chicago area, after taking a leading role in the Trump administration's controversial immigration operations in the nation's third-largest city, officials told CBS News.
Gregory Bovino and Border Patrol agents plan to leave Chicago area, sources say
Some Border Patrol agents could soon leave the Chicago area, after taking a leading role in the Trump administration's controversial immigration operations in the nation's third-largest city, officials told CBS News.
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November 11, 2025 at 2:28 AM
A Chicago youth basketball coach has been arrested on child pornography charges, accused of convincing a teenager to send him sexually explicit videos.
Chicago youth basketball coach charged with persuading teen to send him sexually explicit videos
A Chicago youth basketball coach has been arrested on child pornography charges, accused of convincing a teenager to send him sexually explicit videos.
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November 11, 2025 at 2:13 AM
A Hanover Park police officer arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents last month has been released on bond as he awaits the outcome of his immigration case.
Hanover Park police officer arrested by ICE released on bond
A Hanover Park police officer arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents last month has been released on bond as he awaits the outcome of his immigration case.
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November 11, 2025 at 1:44 AM
Weeks after suffering a terrible family tragedy, Republican candidate for Illinois governor Darren Bailey announced on Monday that he is staying in the race.
Darren Bailey staying in Illinois governor's race after 4 family members died in helicopter crash
Weeks after suffering a terrible family tragedy, Republican candidate for Illinois governor Darren Bailey announced on Monday that he is staying in the race.
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November 11, 2025 at 12:49 AM