Vince Gerasole
CBS Chicago
Evanston, IL, United States
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Rogers Park Residents Come Together After Tornado; ‘People Just Want To Help’
"When we saw the destruction from the storm, we said this is our opportunity to make a difference. We had people come from the South Side, West side, all over just to help." → Read More
Chicago Store Owner Describes His Fear As He Said Looters Threatened To Kill Him
"It's like seeing your backyard get trashed. Ultimately we had to do something to help out." → Read More
Stolen Social Security Numbers At The Center Of IDES Scams
"It's ridiculous. You have to be by your phone. And if you are not by your phone, you have to register for another phone call." → Read More
Chicago Area Restaurants Concerned About COVID-19 Numbers On The Rise
"The point of when push comes to shove is when people don't allow outdoor dining." → Read More
From ‘Chicago’s Ellis Island’ To Stylish Hotel: The Rebirth Of The Old Cook County Hospital
"We have preserved a lot of the work on the building." → Read More
Wait Times Have Been Longer For COVID-19 Test Results Lately — Why Is That Happening?
Over four months into the pandemic, CBS 2 is learning it's often taking longer to get COVID-19 test results than it was just weeks ago. → Read More
Lake Zurich Sports Camp Students Await Test Results As 36 Test Positive For COVID-19
What began with several students sent home with fevers or symptoms and the shut down of football, baseball and poms camp last Monday, escalated into the complete closure of all sports camps, including volleyball, cross country and girls basketball. → Read More
Joliet Slammers To Play Ball With (Some) Fans In The Stands
They won't be playing in masks, but they are required at all other times. Dugout seating is distanced by blue tape exes and players are asked to stay away from bars, restaurants and even their families. → Read More
Chicago Mayor Lightfoot Upset With Boat Operators Over Lack Of Social Distancing
CHICAGO (CBS) — Irresponsible outrageous and stupidity. Those are three of the words Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot used to describe a crowded boat cruise in Chicago this weekend. She promised there would be consequences. CBS 2’s Vince Gerasole has more. It’s a message the mayor spoke forcefully about Monday. Boats were cited for not practicing safe social distancing. “You can be sure I let out a… → Read More
Despite Gradual Reopening, Economy Is Not Back On Track
CHICAGO (CBS) — For the second consecutive month, the U.S. job market improved. But it’s still nowhere near where it was before the pandemic. The national unemployment rate is 11.1%. That’s lower than the 12.4% many analysts predicted. However experts said there are still hidden concerns for the future. CBS 2’s Vince Gerasole is Working for Chicago, going beyond the numbers and uncovering the… → Read More
Concerns Mount Over Whether Contact Tracing Will Be A Match For COVID-19
For months, we’ve heard contact tracing will bring the coronavirus pandemic under control. But will that work? → Read More
How Illinois Can Avoid Becoming Another COVID-19 Hotspot, Like Texas, Florida
As Illinois today begins to circulate in a more open Phase 4, other states, like Texas and Florida, are seeing a rise in COVID-19 cases and taking a step back. → Read More
Those Filing For Unemployment Get The Runaround; ‘I Need Help And There’s No Help’
"Nobody answers the phone. Nobody helps you. The state is not helping its people." → Read More
After COVID-19 Closures, Gyms Reopen Statewide With Caution
"I truly believe in science and I believe in data and I am nervous. And if we find it isn't safe, then we will stop doing it. Opening our business will not come at the cost of people's health for us." → Read More
Woman Hit, Pinned By City Dump Truck While Riding Bike In Avondale
A bicyclist was critically injured Tuesday morning, when a city dump truck hit her as they were both making a turn at an intersection in Logan Square. → Read More
No Injuries In Explosion At Lakeview Bank ATM
"I was watching a movie and the next thing you know there's a giant explosion." → Read More
Benefits Cut For Chicago-Area Hospital Workers Because Of COVID-19
CHICAGO (CBS) — It doesn’t seem fair, but it’s true. In the fallout of the COVID-19 crisis, front line health workers are seeing their benefits cut back at hospitals throughout the state. CBS 2’s Vince Gerasole reports from one of the latest hospitals to announce the cutbacks, Northwestern Memorial. Staff learned this week about losses in vacation, retirement fund matches and raises. The… → Read More
Chicago Hip Hop Community Coming Together To Help People Heal
Hip hop is a powerful art in observing the human condition and calling for change, but with many venues closed, the music and message can't always get out there. → Read More
Some Restaurants And Shops Back Open For Business In Phase 3 Of Reopening, But With Caution
Chicagoans had a new option for dinner Wednesday night - patio dining at some restaurants was back open, and so were some stores. → Read More
Looting, Fires Leave Food Deserts Harder Hit Than Ever In Chicago
Access to food in the city's food desserts is being made that much harder by this past weekend's violent unrest. → Read More