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Cash savings are very real this time around. They're practically giving things away this Black Friday. And we know where and how little it will cost you. That's because CBS 2's Dorothy Tucker got her hands on deals not yet published.

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A woman in crisis shows up at a hospital emergency room. She says they refused to treat her. Instead she had to pay for an ambulance to transport her to a different facility. As CBS 2's Dave Savini reports, the problem had to do with her service dog.

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After multimillion dollar setbacks for Chicago, Mayor Daley says it's time for a change, or else. That was his sobering assessment for McCormick Place leaders responsible for bringing big convention business to the city. CBS 2's Jay Levine reports.

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If you grew up in Chicago, you either went to Kiddieland or begged your parents to take you there. Today, those amusement park memories went on the auction block. But as CBS 2's Jim Williams reports, Kiddieland memories are all most walked away with.

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It's a chance for you to get vaccinated against H1N1 without having to wait in long lines. Some Chicagoland Walgreens' have limited supplies of the vaccine. CBS 2's Mike Puccinelli reports.

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Almost half of Chicago Public High School students will never graduate. But it's an entirely different story at a Chicago orphanage where the graduation rate is almost 100 percent. CBS 2's Dana Kozlov reports on the secret of Mercy Home's success.

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The family of boxer Francisco Rodriguez made a big decision after his death that will help other people live. As CBS 2's Kristyn Hartman reports, it's a case that's shedding light on the shortage of Hispanic organ donors.

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In just a few hours, President Obama and his wife will host their first state dinner. India's prime minister is the guest of honor. And as CBS 2's Joel Brown reports, a Chicago Oscar winner will also play a starring role.

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When he ran for State Treasurer, Alexi Giannoulias bragged that he'd done a great job working at his family's Broadway Bank. Now that bank is on the verge of failing. CBS 2 Political Editor Mike Flannery grilled him about his role at the family bank.

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What was supposed to be a $3 billion shot in the arm to the economy is shortchanging some well-known charities. CBS 2's Vince Gerasole reports with one way the Cash for Clunkers program has backfired.

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The 1925 carousel and 20 other rides are up for auction at the shuttered Kiddieland amusement park. CBS 2's Susan Carlson reports on some of the people hoping to preserve their childhood memories.

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A woman lost her husband. A baby lost her father. Chicago lost a pro boxer who was on the cusp of bigger success in his sport. CBS 2's Kristyn Hartman reports.

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It's a cold case mystery that tracked a serial killer through cyberspace, into his own home, where investigators unearthed a videotape collection of torture. We must warn you, some of the images are disturbing. CBS 2's Bill Kurtis reports.

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Nearly seven years after 21 people were killed in a nightclub stampede, family members of some of the victims are calling for a federal investigation. CBS 2's Mike Puccinelli reports on exactly what the victims' families want.

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After years of delays, the Block 37 mall, aptly named "Block 37" is open. The Steven Madden store opened its doors Saturday, and two other stores are expected to open this week. But is it too little too late? CBS 2's Mai Martinez reports.

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Even as another big battle rages over the budget at Cook County's Stroger Hospital, executives there have been trying to prepare for an even more serious long-term threat: federal health insurance reform. CBS 2 Political Editor Mike Flannery reports.

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It's expected to be the largest crib recall ever. The Consumer Products Safety Commission was expected to announce on Tuesday the recall of some dropdown side cribs which are popular in millions of homes. CBS 2's Dana Kozlov reports.

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After a violent crime is committed, the criminal's loved ones are devastated by sadness and financial trouble. CBS 2's Jim Williams reports that's the message of a new program aimed at getting through to young men heading toward a life of crime.

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If you have a baby, this information could be crucial. The government is about to announce the largest crib recall in U.S. history. CBS 2's Susan Koeppen reports on what you need to know.

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Here we go again. Tax relief in Cook County will likely get vetoed Monday. Cook County Board President Todd Stroger is expected to veto a plan to lower the tax rate. CBS 2's Susan Carlson reports with what it means for consumers.

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In song, in prayer and in his own words, Michael Scott was remembered Sunday by hundreds of people who showed up at a public memorial service to pay tribute to a life well-lived. CBS 2's Mike Puccinelli was there.