West Side Area Red Cross Blood Drives Coming Up Soon

The Red Cross is holding a series of blood drives soon in the West Side area.

Gloves Up Guns Down Teaches Kids Boxing To Prevent Gun Violence

On Thursday night, CBS 2’s Jermont Terry introduced us to a program that hopes to knock out youngsters picking up weapons.

West Humboldt Park Nun Completes Marathon On Treadmill

“I’m feeling pretty bad, but I’m doing great,” Sister Stephanie Baliga told CBS 2’s Marissa Parra.

West Side Church Hosting Gun Turn-In Event; $100 In Exchange For Guns

Hope Community Church will give a $100 VISA gift card in exchange for a gun. BB Gun or replicas can also be turned in for $10.

DJs Hold Outdoor Event In Lawndale To Fight Against Gun Violence

Several Chicago DJs held an outdoor event to encourage the community to get involved in the fight against gun violence.

Trucker Clashes With Little Village Protesters

Just before 8:00 Friday morning, a trucker clashed with protesters blocking the street near 35th and Pulaski.

Sisters Of Funeral Director Die Of Coronavirus Just Days Apart

"It just doesn't seem real," she said.

'High Risk' Missing Teen Found

Police were concerned for missing teen Armoni Wilson's safety.

Ho-Ho-Hurry and Register Now for the Chicago Santa Hustle 5K

‘Santa Hustlers’ and kid dashers will be helping the charity beneficiary Bear Necessities Pediatric Cancer Foundation.

On Oct. 5th, Retirement Expert Begins Three-Part Series at Triton

Jim Flanagan offers "Healthcare in Retirement,” followed by "Affording Retirement" and "Financial Management in Retirement”

On September 4th in Berwyn: ‘Health Care in Retirement’ Class

In free session, retirement expert Jim Flanagan covers Parts A through D of Medicare, Medicare supplements and different available plans

Now You Can Get Your Own Chance The Snapper Bobblehead

You can have your own commemorative Chance the Snapper bobble, brought to you by the same people who created the Sister Mary Jo bobblehead.

Gator Watch: Search For Lagoon Alligator Enters 3rd Day

Authorities confirmed the presence of a four- to five-foot long gator or crocodile in the lagoon, which connects to a public beach.

On July 13th, Retirement Expert Begins Three-Part Triton Series

Jim Flanagan offers “Healthcare in Retirement,” followed by “Affording Retirement” and “Financial Management in Retirement”

Woman Gives Birth On CTA Bus

Baby Samantha Centeno Lara just couldn't wait to be born — her mother gave birth during rush hour traffic on the way to the hospital.

Chicago Fire Department Announces 99 Cent Smoke Detectors

The department teamed up with Home Depot to offer the 99 cent smoke detectors throughout the Chicago area.

West Side 'Gun Turn In' Postponed After Officers' Deaths

The Chicago Police Department has postponed Saturday's gun turn-in until the new year.

First Ever Quality-Of-Life Plan Unveiled For Austin Community

More than 400 residents, officials, business owners and representatives from local organizations helped to create the five-year-plan.

"Paws & Pints" Fundraising Event with the Chicago Bears

Proceeds will benefit One Tail at a Time Dog Rescue

City Offering Gift Cards For 311 Testing In Near West

This Friday, the city will be conducting 311 tests on the West Side — residents who participate will receive $20 gift cards.

Register Now to Participate in the Santa Hustle This Saturday!

Thousands of Santas will invade Soldier Field to help prevent childhood cancer.

Barack Obama Helps Out Volunteers At Chicago Food Bank

The former president surprised volunteers at the Greater Chicago Food Depository earlier this week.

YMCA Raises $160K For West Humboldt Park Community

The Kelly Hall Future Leaders Luncheon raised the money for local families and youth.

Doctors with Sole

Rush Physicians and Med Students Provide Shoes and Critical Foot Care to Chicago’s West Side Homeless

Quality-Of-Life Plan Unveiled For North Lawndale

More than 300 people attended the plan's unveiling on Thursday.

Celebrate Halloween at the YMCA!

​Every year, the YMCA of Metro Chicago hosts fun, family-friendly Halloween events all around Chicagoland.

9/11 Exhibition Coming To Greektown

The National Hellenic Museum has announced its newest exhibition — George Kokines: Layers Revealed.

Family Involved In Little Village Fire Had Long History With DCFS

Welfare officials investigated a family involved in the fire 21 times since 2004, the DCFS said.

Anti-Violence Group Says Police Deployment 'Isn't The Solution'

The group's founder said cops who aren't familiar with their new beats on the South and West Sides can cause more harm than good.

Pastors Gather At Stroger Hospital To Pray For Peace

A group of pastors gathered on Chicago's West Side Tuesday to pray for an end to the shooting 'carnage.'

Video Shows Man Harass Woman For Puerto Rico Shirt

A Forest Preserve District of Cook County officer is on desk duty after he was shown in a video failing to protect a woman from harassment.

Chicago Neighborhood Named One Of Coolest In World

Forbes has released a list of its top 12 up-and-coming neighborhoods.

Singing Pastor Fights 'Miracle' Battle With Oral Cancer

"To be able to sing again, is the best gift that God could give me," he said.

Family Of Teen Found Dead On West Side Asks For Public's Help

The family gathered in East Garfield Park on Sunday to pray and ask for help.

The Best Park In Illinois Is...

A recent report has named the top park in each state. Here's the Illinois park that earned the top spot.

3 Reasons To Be Chicago's West Side Patch Mayor

The new Patch Mayor program is recruiting local residents to let their neighbors know about events and issues in their community.

Film Equipment Stolen From Director In Apartment Burglary

A fundraising effort to help Chicago film director Hayward Suggs replace equipment worth thousands has begun.

Volunteers Repair, Revamp Elderly Man's Home On West Side

Around two dozen construction professionals came together to repair the home of an 80-year-old Austin resident.

Foreman College and Career Academy has first McTeacher's Night

Teachers work at McDonald's during McTeacher's Night to raise money for their school

Nixon Elementary has a rockin good time at the Cicero McDonald's

Nixon Elementary School held their annual McTeacher's Night on Thursday, April 12th, at the Chicago McDonald's on Cicero Avenue