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Video Allegedly Shows Cop Drinking Before Crash

CBS 2 Chicago - Thu Aug 21, 6:55 AM ET

A surveillance tape allegedly shows Officer John Ardelean throwing back drinks at a bar before he got into a crash that killed two young men last Thanksgiving. CBS 2's Anne State reports.

  • Peterson Attorney: Evidence Stacy Left Drew CBS 2 Chicago - Thu Aug 21, 6:54 AM ET

    As the search for Stacy Peterson continues, Drew's attorney says he has evidence that Stacy left Drew voluntarily. CBS 2's Joanie Lum reports.

  • Chicago 2016 Wants You To Help Bring Games To City CBS 2 Chicago - Wed Aug 20, 11:58 PM ET

    Do you want to tell the world why Chicago should host the 2016 Olympic Games? Well now you can. CBS 2 Chief Correspondent Jay Levine reports.

  • Truth In Politics: Emil Jones III's Easy In CBS 2 Chicago - Wed Aug 20, 11:49 PM ET

    CBS 2 Political Editor takes a look at a strange campaign - even by Chicago standards.

  • Students Speak Up On School Boycott Issue CBS 2 Chicago - Wed Aug 20, 11:46 PM ET

    Some say students are being used as pawns in a political game in the proposed Chicago public schools boycott. CBS 2's Dana Kozlov gave students the chance to voice their opinions on the issue.

  • Drivers Grateful LSD Resurfacing's Begun CBS 2 Chicago - Wed Aug 20, 7:57 PM ET

    After a couple of months of inconvenience and slowed commute times, motorists will be able to enjoy a smoother ride on Lake Shore Drive, just in time for winter. CBS 2's Suzanne Le Mignot reports.

  • Lake Co. Sheriff Begins Week In Jail CBS 2 Chicago - Wed Aug 20, 7:50 PM ET

    Lake County Sheriff Mark Curran is spending a week in county jail in Waukegan to get a better understanding of what inmates go through, and help bring attention to prison reform. CBS 2's Mike Parker reports.

  • Man 'Giving Life To Christ' Caught Stealing Tires CBS 2 Chicago - Wed Aug 20, 7:49 PM ET

    Police on the South Shore Line believe they have caught a string of burglaries at the Hegewisch Station parking lot. The suspect said he is giving his life to Christ, and stealing to get back to his family. CBS 2's Pamela Jones reports.

  • Lawsuit: School Funding Violates Civil Rights CBS 2 Chicago - Wed Aug 20, 6:39 PM ET

    The Chicago Urban League filed a lawsuit Wednesday claiming that Illinois' school funding practices violate the state's 2003 Civil Rights Act. CBS 2's Dorothy Tucker reports.

  • Lake Shore Drive Repairs Begin After Rush Hour CBS 2 Chicago - Wed Aug 20, 8:10 AM ET

    It has been a bumpy road for drivers on Lake Shore Drive. All that is about to change, but it could lead to more traffic nightmares. CBS 2's Joanie Lum reports.

  • Landlord's Family Shocked At Fire Attack CBS 2 Chicago - Tue Aug 19, 11:44 PM ET

    Seventy-seven-year-old Harlan Hayes was doused with gasoline and set on fire, reportedly by a 28-year-old former tenant of Hayes's. Now the search is on for the suspected attacker. CBS 2's Dana Kozlov reports.

  • Pros And Cons Of Obama's Potential Running Mates CBS 2 Chicago - Tue Aug 19, 11:44 PM ET

    Presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Barack Obama has reportedly made his choice for running mate, and is expected to appear with his veep in Springfield Saturday. CBS 2 Chief Correspondent Jay Levine reports.

  • Work To Begin To Rid Lake Shore Drive Of Potholes CBS 2 Chicago - Tue Aug 19, 7:58 PM ET

    The north end of Lake Shore Drive will be getting a makeover starting Wednesday after the morning rush. CBS 2's Mike Parker reports on the work to fix potholes on Chicago's most scenic roadway.

  • Battle To Become Emil Jones's Replacement Begins CBS 2 Chicago - Tue Aug 19, 7:53 PM ET

    The state senate met for a few hours Tuesday - long enough to go over some of Gov. Rod Blagojevich's vetoes, and begin maneuvering for Pres. Emil Jones's soon-to-be vacated position. CBS 2 Political Editor Mike Flannery reports.

  • 77-Year-Old Man Set On Fire; Police Seek Suspect CBS 2 Chicago - Tue Aug 19, 7:52 PM ET

    Harlan Hayes is the landlord of the building in which he was attacked, and those who know him say it may have been a case of revenge for his asking a tenant to leave. CBS 2's Pamela Jones reports.

  • Springfield Could Play Key Role In Obama VP Debut CBS 2 Chicago - Tue Aug 19, 6:48 PM ET

    There are new clues from the Obama camp about Barack Obama's vice presidential pick. Obama will be at the old Capitol in Springfield Saturday. CBS 2 Political Editor Mike Flannery reports from Springfield.

  • Slain Officer Honored, Laid To Rest CBS 2 Chicago - Tue Aug 19, 6:46 PM ET

    Det. Robert Soto was laid to rest Tuesday, as friends, family and fellow officers honored his work as a public servant. CBS 2's Kristyn Hartman reports.