CBS 2 Chicago Investigations

1. Durbin Wants To Look Into Problems With Pyrex
   Pyrex cookware is in most American homes. In light of reports by the CBS 2 Investigators about Pyrex shattering or exploding, U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin is asking the Consumer Product Safety Commission to investigate. Pam Zekman reports.
   Tue, 22 Jul 2008 23:42:07 +0000
   
   

2. Controversial Procedure Can Cause Tissue Damage
   Medical spas are popping up everywhere. The CBS 2 investigators have been uncovering problems and tonight, Pam Zekman reports on a chain with a controversial treatment performed at six locations.
   Tue, 15 Jul 2008 03:33:44 +0000
   
   

3. Alderman's Father Pleads Guilty To Fake ID Scheme
   The father of a Chicago alderman pleaded guilty Tuesday to charges he helped run a fake ID ring in the Little Village neighborhood. Two years ago, the CBS 2 Investigator first disclosed how the ring operated. Pam Zekman has the latest.
   Tue, 8 Jul 2008 23:26:16 +0000
   
   

4. Ill. Drivers Get More Protection From Tow Scams
   Towing companies that hustle business at accident scenes will now have to register with the state and comply with other new regulations, thanks to a 2 Investigation into accident chasers. CBS 2 Investigator Pam Zekman reports.
   Tue, 1 Jul 2008 03:34:59 +0000
   
   

5. FDA: Recalled Heartworm Drug Can Be Sold Again
   A heartworm medication pulled from the shelves four years ago after a report by the CBS 2 Investigators has been approved for sale again by the FDA, under strict guidelines. CBS 2's Pam Zekman reports.
   Tue, 24 Jun 2008 03:35:38 +0000
   
   

6. FBI Probes "Accident Chasers" Bribes To Cops
   It could be one of the biggest bribery scandals to hit the Chicago Police Department. CBS 2 Investigator Pam Zekman reports that the feds are investigating how tow truck scam artists pay bribes to some Chicago cops.
   Wed, 11 Jun 2008 03:40:28 +0000
   
   

7. Parents Want To Know "What Happened To Brian?"
   An Oak Forest family is searching for justice after their autistic son died of unexplained injuries at the center where he was supposed to get round-the-clock care. CBS 2 Investigator Dave Savini reports.
   Fri, 6 Jun 2008 03:50:12 +0000
   
   

8. Feds Nab Towing Company Owner, Cop In Fraud Scheme
   A Chicago cop has and a towing company owner have been charged in an insurance fraud scheme. The charges come after CBS 2 Investigator Pam Zekman exposed "The Accident Chasers."
   Thu, 5 Jun 2008 23:25:02 +0000
   
   

9. Ex-Hospital Owner Faces Criminal Charges
   The former owner of Edgewater Hospital was slapped with a $64 million against him for fraudulent charges to Medicare and Medicaid. Now he faces charges for evading the government's efforts to get the money. CBS 2 Investigator Pam Zekman reports.
   Thu, 29 May 2008 22:52:00 +0000
   
   

10. Cosmetic Con: Investigation Of Med Spas Launched
    The Illinois Attorney General's Office is investigating the NuU Med Spas chain after CBS 2 Investigator Pam Zekman reported some clients feel they were mislead by the company.
    Fri, 23 May 2008 03:36:53 +0000