Trump calls Obama Library "a disaster," blames "woke" construction
President Trump went on a rant about Chicago's Obama Presidential Center while meeting with the new Canadian prime minister Tuesday.
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What to know if you're flying from O'Hare, Midway without a Real ID
If you don't have your Real ID but you do have a flight, what should you expect at O'Hare and Midway airports starting Wednesday?
REAL ID deadline looms, here's what you need to know
Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulis is working to reassure residents who are lining up for blocks head of the Real ID deadline on May 7.
Northwestern students head to D.C., plan to speak about antisemitism on campus
This also comes after an Arab dance group performed in a university dining hall, in a display by which Northwestern now says it is "shocked and appalled."
Pritzker agrees to testify before Congress on Illinois' sanctuary state status
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz also are expected to testify before the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee on June 12.
Pritzker invites Canadians to vacation in Illinois
Gov. JB Pritzker is inviting more Canadians to vacation in Illinois.
2 Niles West High School teachers get surprise as they win Golden Apple Awards
Dillin Randolph teaches English and Advanced Placement African American studies at Niles West. Elizabeth Dribin-Khoshaba is a special education teacher.
Fake designer watches worth over $6.5M seized at O'Hare
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized a shipment of counterfeit designer watches at O'Hare Airport this week that would have been worth millions of dollars if real.
José Torres, former Elgin school supt. and interim CPS CEO, dies at 65
Torres died Friday, May 2, in San Juan, Puerto Rico, after a brief illness.
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Chicago Police Robbery Task Force works with transit unit to fight crime on CTA
The task force addressed its progress for the first time this week, nearly a year after the formation of the unit was first announced.
Emotional testimony from young brothers in trial of wrong CPD raid lawsuit
The lawsuit accuses Chicago Police of using excessive force on children.
Peter Mendez, mother testify in civil trial of lawsuit over wrong CPD raid
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Trump calls Obama Presidential Library 'a disaster,' blames 'woke' construction
Former Luvabull Tomo Terada helping open Japan's first Pure Barre studio
For some athletes, once the whistle blows, or the music stops, so does the career. That's not the case for one former Chicago Bulls dancer, or Luvabull. Tomo Terada, former NBA dancer and current Pure Barre master trainer is helping launch the first Pure Barre studio in Japan.
2025 Chicago CycleNation raising funds to end stroke and heart disease
May is "American Stroke Month," and people all over Chicago are coming together to raise awareness and money to help advance life-saving research through the American Stroke Association. Next week at Daley Plaza, they’ll host CycleNation, a fundraiser aiming to help save lives from stroke and heart disease.
2025 Chicago CycleNation raising funds to end stroke and heart disease
May is "American Stroke Month," and people all over Chicago are coming together to raise awareness and money to help advance life-saving research through the American Stroke Association. Next week at Daley Plaza, they’ll host CycleNation, a fundraiser aiming to help save lives from stroke and heart disease.
Flower prices expected to increase due to tariffs
Between graduations, weddings, and now Mother's Day, get ready to pay the price for flowers. Tariffs are impacting local flower prices.
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White Sox shut out by Royals in series opener
The Royals (20-16) took the opener of a four-game series to begin a seven-game homestand. They have won three straight and 11 of 13.
Ian Happ homers as Cubs beat sloppy Giants
Carson Kelly also went deep, sparking the Cubs' five-run sixth inning with a leadoff drive for his eighth homer.
Blackhawks get No. 3 pick in NHL draft lottery, are focused on drafting new coach
The Blackhawks had to settle for the third pick, after selecting first and second the last two years.
Retired Chicago White Sox organist Nancy Faust to return for 6 games this year
Faust will be returning for a series of nostalgic performances on six Coca-Cola Family Sundays.
Caitlin Clark returns to Iowa, despite leg injury, in preseason game
Clark, starting her second season with the Fever, scored 16 points in Indiana's 108-44 win.
Now back with Chicago Sky, Courtney Vandersloot looks toward team's future
Vandersloot spent the first 12 seasons of her decorated career in Chicago. She has now returned after winning her second WNBA title with the New York Liberty.
White Sox rally to beat Astros in game shortened to 7 innings by rain
Sox reliever Mike Vasil (1-1) earned his first career win after holding the Astros without a hit in 2 1/3 innings.
Peralta helps Milwaukee avoid a sweep as Cubs lose Imanaga to hamstring injury
Milwaukee prevented the Cubs from earning their first road sweep of the Brewers since October 2015.
Crow-Armstrong homers for 3rd time in 2 nights as Cubs defeat Brewers 6-2
Pete Crow-Armstrong and Dansby Swanson hit back-to-back homers off Jose Quintana in the fourth inning as the Chicago Cubs defeated the Milwaukee Brewers 6-2.
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Alt Space Chicago transforms old Austin Bank into hub for creative arts
"On the front of the building, it says 'Savings Department,' and I love that," Alt Space Chicago co-founder Jordan Campbell said.
Chicago anti-violence groups losing $3.7 million in Justice Department grants
"They're doing lifesaving work and street outreach; community violence intervention. This will debilitate them and harm their ability to continue to do that work," Metropolitan Family Services CEO Ric Estrada said.
Skokie Mental Health Court participants get clean records with graduation
Mental Health Court is a two-year program — open to people convicted of nonviolent crimes driven by mental illness.
CPD Youth Liaison Officer Will Martinez to be honored as American Red Cross Hero
As the youth liaison, Martinez becomes Officer Will, and he connects youngsters through various programs and ensures they feel safe.
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Pritzker agrees to testify before Congress on Illinois' sanctuary state status
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz also are expected to testify before the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee on June 12.
Trump calls Obama Library "a disaster," blames "woke" construction
President Trump took shots at the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago while meeting with the new Canadian prime minister Tuesday, calling it "a disaster" and blaming "woke" construction workers.
U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly announces Senate run
Rep. Robin Kelly has represented the 2nd District of Illinois in the House of Representatives since 2013.
Northwestern students head to D.C., plan to speak about antisemitism on campus
This also comes after an Arab dance group performed in a university dining hall, in a display by which Northwestern now says it is "shocked and appalled."
New Dolton Mayor Jason House sworn in as residents hope to turn page
House defeated one-term Mayor Henyard in the February Democratic mayoral primary.
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Family buys house in Morton Grove, only to be stymied by seller's code violations
Sara Hovey and her husband were paying for a mortgage, rent and a litigation attorney, who apparently told her she should have been protected.
Suburban Chicago man wins $800,000 in sports bets, but casinos won't pay
Thomas McPeek placed stacks and stacks of bets last year — complicated wagers on football called parlays, where several events all have to happen for the gambler to win.
Chicago woman loses thousands to scammer claiming to want funds for funeral
Back in February, Heather Radin had planned to give only $10 to someone she thought was really in need. She is out $5,000.
Portillo's new breakfast menu launches at select Chicago's locations
The iconic Chicago chain known for its hot dogs and Italian beef sandwiches launched its brand new breakfast offerings in five restaurants Tuesday morning.
Cook County Board approves eligibility rules for property tax relief program
The application website is expected to open this summer.
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Tomatoes recalled in 14 states due to salmonella risk, FDA says
People infected with salmonella can often experience fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain.
Illinois public health officials confirm state's 4th case of measles in 2025
It was not immediately clear where in Illinois the fourth case was reported, or what condition the patient is in.
Wisconsin man snake-bitten hundreds of times, often on purpose
A Wisconsin man has been bitten by snakes hundreds of times, and scientists are studying his blood to treat snakebite.
Chicago public health officials urge importance of vaccines after 2 cases confirmed in Cook County
The Chicago Department of Public Health is focusing increasing education about vaccines for children in pre-K settings.
3 Chicago area hospitals highlighted in Leapfrog Group semiannual safety grades
The Leapfrog Group, a nonprofit hospital watchdog, measures how well hospitals protect patients from medical errors, accidents, injuries, and infections.
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Chicago's My Pi pizzeria to close for good after 54 years
The last remaining My Pi outpost, at 2010 N. Damen Ave. in Chicago's Bucktown neighborhood, has been open since 2000.
Tariff uncertainty raises concerns at Chicago toy store
The owner of Timeless Toys said he was forced to buy $200,000 worth of toys due to the trade war between the world's two largest economies.
Arlington Heights Mayor-elect Jim Tinaglia says he wants a "win-win" Bears stadium plan
Tinaglia said he supports a new Bears stadium in Arlington Heights, but the franchise and the village need to come to an agreement on common goals.
SCOTUS seems to side with Catholic Charities in Wis. religious-rights case
The Supreme Court appears to be leaning toward a Catholic charitable organization pushing back against the state of Wisconsin in the latest religious rights case to come before the court.
LGBTQ+ Pride event organizers concerned about sponsors pulling out
Notably in St. Louis, hometown company Anheuser-Busch ended a 30-year partnership. Bud Light is also a top sponsor of Chicago pride events — and there may be a change there too.
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Sean "Diddy" Combs trial starts with jury selection in NYC
Jury selection in Sean "Diddy" Combs' sex trafficking and racketeering trial started Monday in New York City.
Trump says he will impose 100% tariffs on movies produced outside U.S.
President Trump on Sunday announced movies as his latest target for tariffs because the U.S. movie industry "is DYING a very fast death."
Brazilian police arrest 2 in thwarted bomb plot at Lady Gaga Rio concert
Organizers of a free Lady Gaga concert in Rio de Janeiro said the event drew more than 2 million to Copacabana Beach.
Grand Theft Auto 6 release date punted to May 2026
Rockstar Games apologizes after announcing that Grand Theft Auto 6, its eagerly awaited video game, won't be released until next year.
Sean "Diddy" Combs rejects plea deal in sex trafficking, racketeering case
Sean "Diddy" Combs formally rejected a plea deal offer in court Thursday. It came during the final pre-trial hearing in his sex trafficking and racketeering case.
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Trump calls Obama Presidential Library 'a disaster,' blames 'woke' construction
Former Luvabull Tomo Terada helping open Japan's first Pure Barre studio
For some athletes, once the whistle blows, or the music stops, so does the career. That's not the case for one former Chicago Bulls dancer, or Luvabull. Tomo Terada, former NBA dancer and current Pure Barre master trainer is helping launch the first Pure Barre studio in Japan.
2025 Chicago CycleNation raising funds to end stroke and heart disease
May is "American Stroke Month," and people all over Chicago are coming together to raise awareness and money to help advance life-saving research through the American Stroke Association. Next week at Daley Plaza, they’ll host CycleNation, a fundraiser aiming to help save lives from stroke and heart disease.
2025 Chicago CycleNation raising funds to end stroke and heart disease
May is "American Stroke Month," and people all over Chicago are coming together to raise awareness and money to help advance life-saving research through the American Stroke Association. Next week at Daley Plaza, they’ll host CycleNation, a fundraiser aiming to help save lives from stroke and heart disease.
Flower prices expected to increase due to tariffs
Between graduations, weddings, and now Mother's Day, get ready to pay the price for flowers. Tariffs are impacting local flower prices.
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Trump calls Obama Library "a disaster," blames "woke" construction
President Trump went on a rant about Chicago's Obama Presidential Center while meeting with the new Canadian prime minister Tuesday.
What to know if you're flying from O'Hare, Midway without a Real ID
If you don't have your Real ID but you do have a flight, what should you expect at O'Hare and Midway airports starting Wednesday?
REAL ID deadline looms, here's what you need to know
Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulis is working to reassure residents who are lining up for blocks head of the Real ID deadline on May 7.
Northwestern students head to D.C., plan to speak about antisemitism on campus
This also comes after an Arab dance group performed in a university dining hall, in a display by which Northwestern now says it is "shocked and appalled."
Pritzker agrees to testify before Congress on Illinois' sanctuary state status
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz also are expected to testify before the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee on June 12.
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Chicago Police Robbery Task Force works with transit unit to fight crime on CTA
The task force addressed its progress for the first time this week, nearly a year after the formation of the unit was first announced.
Emotional testimony from young brothers in trial of wrong CPD raid lawsuit
The lawsuit accuses Chicago Police of using excessive force on children.
Peter Mendez, mother testify in civil trial of lawsuit over wrong CPD raid
The botched raid on the innocent Mendez family in November 2017 sparked CBS News Chicago's yearslong investigation into Chicago Police officers raiding the wrong homes.
Chicago River cleanup focus turns to sewage overflow, climate resiliency
Making the Chicago River a healthy, biodiverse and climate resilient lifeline through the city is the focus of many groups and city officials working with new standards, permits, and an eye on climate change.
Trial begins for lawsuit over Chicago Police raid that traumatized children
Peter Mendez was only 9 years old when his family's home was wrongly raided by Chicago Police back in November 2017. Seven and a half years later, the Mendez family is finally getting their day in court.
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White Sox shut out by Royals in series opener
The Royals (20-16) took the opener of a four-game series to begin a seven-game homestand. They have won three straight and 11 of 13.
Ian Happ homers as Cubs beat sloppy Giants
Carson Kelly also went deep, sparking the Cubs' five-run sixth inning with a leadoff drive for his eighth homer.
Blackhawks get No. 3 pick in NHL draft lottery, are focused on drafting new coach
The Blackhawks had to settle for the third pick, after selecting first and second the last two years.
Retired Chicago White Sox organist Nancy Faust to return for 6 games this year
Faust will be returning for a series of nostalgic performances on six Coca-Cola Family Sundays.
Caitlin Clark returns to Iowa, despite leg injury, in preseason game
Clark, starting her second season with the Fever, scored 16 points in Indiana's 108-44 win.
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Man stabbed to death by suspect later shot and killed by CPD on South Side
Keith Harding, 58, was found dead a few hours after police shot and killed a man who came at them with a knife inside Grand Regency of Jackson Park Supportive Living.
Man escapes from Cook County Criminal Court during hearing
A warrant has been issued for Richard Donta J. Cotton's arrest. The Cook County Sheriff's police and the Chicago Police Department are searching for him.
Man charged with threatening homeowner, setting garbage can on fire in Highland Park
Highland Park police arrested Eduardo Aragon, 25, on Saturday.
Sean "Diddy" Combs trial starts with jury selection in NYC
Jury selection in Sean "Diddy" Combs' sex trafficking and racketeering trial started Monday in New York City.
Shots fired at parked car in Lincolnwood, no one injured
Several shots were fired from a moving car, striking a parked car near a vape shop at 3921 W. Touhy Ave., just east of Crawford Avenue.
