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Trump announces 10% baseline tariffs, with more for "worst offenders"
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Lows Wednesday night will drop into the 40s with the winds still staying breezy.
Woman charged in deadly Near North Side shooting last month
Breanna Gilliams, 33, was arrested on Tuesday in the 7100 block of South Emerald Avenue.
Police investigating remains found on Chicago's South Side
A death investigation is underway in Chicago's Bronzeville neighborhood.
Heavy downpours flood streets in south suburbs, South Side
Heavy downpours caused flooding in the south suburbs and the South Side of Chicago Wednesday, stranding some drivers who stalled out on the washed-out roads.
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Thursday will be a breezy day with highs in the 50s.
Northwestern University scientists develop world's smallest pacemaker
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López as Twins take series from White Sox after long rain delay
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Chicago community groups fear surge in gun violence as weather warms up
"If we come together and we do something, we can make this stop, and we can do it together," said Pam Bosley, co-founder of the non-profit group Purpose over Pain.
Lisle subdivision gets its water through private company, and has much higher bills
In most of Lisle, residents get their water from the village. But in one section, the Oak View subdivision, a private company supplies the water, and residents are furious about the bills.
Oak Brook police to begin using drones as first responders to 911 calls
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Police investigating remains found on Chicago's South Side
A death investigation is underway in Chicago's Bronzeville neighborhood after remains were found early Thursday morning.
Chicago Teachers Union House of Delegates approves tentative agreement
The Chicago Teachers Union House of Delegates approved a tentative contract agreement with the Chicago Public Schools Wednesday night.
Police searching for SUV involved in hit-and-run crash
Police said the vehicle involved, a dark gray 4-door SUV with yellow temporary plates, hit the victim crossing the street at the intersection of Diversey and Central Park avenues, along the border between Logan Square and Avondale.
Cooler day Thursday in Chicago before rain returns Friday
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Northwestern scientists invent pacemaker smaller than grain of rice
The device is suited particularly to help newborn babies with congenital heart defects. It can also serve as a safer option for adults.
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López as Twins take series from White Sox after long rain delay
The Sox' lone run came on Brooks Baldwin's homer in the seventh.
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.
Cubs win 10-2, complete sweep in first-ever A's homestand in West Sacramento
Seiya Suzuki homered twice and drove in five runs as the Chicago Cubs beat the Athletics 10-2 on Wednesday to complete a three-game sweep.
Miranda gets big hit as Twins beat White Sox for their first win this season
The Sox' starting pitchers worked 23 innings without allowing an earned run over the team's first four games.
Coby White scores 28, Bulls secure a spot in play-in tournament with win over Raptors
Nikola Vucevic shot 9 for 12, including 2 for 3 from 3-point range to finish with 22 points, while adding 10 rebounds and seven assists.
4 young golfers from Illinois headed to Drive, Chip & Putt National Finals
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Athletics bat boy bats down drone in left field during game
Veteran Athletics bat boy Stewart Thalblum used a bat to swat down a drone that suddenly appeared near the left-field wall during a game at Sutter Health Park.
A's lose big to Cubs 18-3 in first game in West Sacramento
The Chicago Cubs pounded the Athletics 18-3 on Monday night to spoil their first game in their new West Sacramento home.
Bulls get routed by Oklahoma City Thunder
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Mother-daughter prom honors memory of fallen Chicago Police Officer Aréanah Preston
Chicago Police officers were in attendance as special guests.
Chicago's Monday Coffee opens 1st cafe in new North Lawndale space
Amanda Harth, the Chicago native behind Monday Coffee Co., is a determined entrepreneur who exemplifies the South Side's "give it a try" spirit with her company Monday Coffee.
Volunteers clean up trash in West Town neighborhood to celebrate Earth Month
Saturday's cleanup was part of a collaboration with eight organizations dedicated to cleaning up the city and protecting the environment.
Habilitative Systems Inc. cuts ribbon on renovated Austin headquarters
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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.
Chicago Teachers Union House of Delegates approves tentative agreement
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President Trump announced new reciprocal tariffs on Wednesday, which he dubbed "Liberation Day."
Mayor Brandon Johnson picks Anthony Quezada as next 35th Ward alderman
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Teens push to enhance mental health education in Illinois schools
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A Mega Millions lottery ticket that contained all the winning numbers — bought along the western edge of the Chicago metro area, in DeKalb County — has made someone in Illinois $344 million richer this week.
Why did the mayor of Lynwood take home triple the pay budgeted for her office?
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Lisle subdivision gets its water through private company, and has much higher bills
In most of Lisle, residents get their water from the village. But in one section, the Oak View subdivision, a private company supplies the water, and residents are furious about the bills.
Chicago area man wins nearly $400K on sports bet, only to have it all canceled
Mark Aiello's winning bets banked $389,000 — enough for his daughter's future college education. But a moment was about all it lasted, as all his bets were suddenly canceled as if he'd never made them.
Chicago restaurateurs alarmed by threat of 200% tariff on alcoholic beverages from Europe
This threat was a response to the EU's 50% tariffs on American whiskey, which are set to go into effect next month.
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Northwestern University scientists develop world's smallest pacemaker
The device is smaller than a grain of rice — and is suited particularly to help newborn babies with congenital heart defects.
Active tuberculosis case confirmed at Waukegan High School
The Lake County Health Department confirmed to the school district that the person is isolated from others and undergoing treatment.
CDPH has COVID-related grants cut as $125 million in federal funding pulled
According to the public health department, the cuts affect 22 contracts and over 100 staff positions.
Northwestern Medicine hopes to improve treatment for AFib using an Apple Watch
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Abortion expected to play a key role in Wisconsin Supreme Court race
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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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2 months after losing whole flock of chickens, Matteson farm loses federal funding too
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Police investigating remains found on Chicago's South Side
A death investigation is underway in Chicago's Bronzeville neighborhood after remains were found early Thursday morning.
Chicago Teachers Union House of Delegates approves tentative agreement
The Chicago Teachers Union House of Delegates approved a tentative contract agreement with the Chicago Public Schools Wednesday night.
Police searching for SUV involved in hit-and-run crash
Police said the vehicle involved, a dark gray 4-door SUV with yellow temporary plates, hit the victim crossing the street at the intersection of Diversey and Central Park avenues, along the border between Logan Square and Avondale.
Cooler day Thursday in Chicago before rain returns Friday
Meteorologist Laura Bannon has the extended forecast.
Northwestern scientists invent pacemaker smaller than grain of rice
The device is suited particularly to help newborn babies with congenital heart defects. It can also serve as a safer option for adults.
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Witness records customer pepper-spraying restaurant employees
Some people are calling for justice after the incident in the South Loop.
Trump announces 10% baseline tariffs, with more for "worst offenders"
President Trump announced new reciprocal tariffs on Wednesday, which he dubbed "Liberation Day."
Storms prompt tornado warnings in Northwest Indiana, Central Illinois
Lows Wednesday night will drop into the 40s with the winds still staying breezy.
Woman charged in deadly Near North Side shooting last month
Breanna Gilliams, 33, was arrested on Tuesday in the 7100 block of South Emerald Avenue.
Police investigating remains found on Chicago's South Side
A death investigation is underway in Chicago's Bronzeville neighborhood.
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Chicago community groups fear surge in gun violence as weather warms up
"If we come together and we do something, we can make this stop, and we can do it together," said Pam Bosley, co-founder of the non-profit group Purpose over Pain.
Lisle subdivision gets its water through private company, and has much higher bills
In most of Lisle, residents get their water from the village. But in one section, the Oak View subdivision, a private company supplies the water, and residents are furious about the bills.
Oak Brook police to begin using drones as first responders to 911 calls
From inside command centers, first responders would be able to deploy a drone as soon as a 911 call is made to provide an eye in the sky before police can get there.
Millions stolen off EBT cards in Illinois SNAP benefits fraud scheme
A new report revealed scammers stealing Illinois SNAP funds from EBT cards have made off with nearly $21 million since October 2022.
Newly obtained video, photos document more problems at crematory in trouble with state
The new documentation shows how bodies were being handled at the Heights Crematory in south suburban Chicago Heights dating back years.
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López as Twins take series from White Sox after long rain delay
The Sox' lone run came on Brooks Baldwin's homer in the seventh.
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.
Cubs win 10-2, complete sweep in first-ever A's homestand in West Sacramento
Seiya Suzuki homered twice and drove in five runs as the Chicago Cubs beat the Athletics 10-2 on Wednesday to complete a three-game sweep.
Miranda gets big hit as Twins beat White Sox for their first win this season
The Sox' starting pitchers worked 23 innings without allowing an earned run over the team's first four games.
Coby White scores 28, Bulls secure a spot in play-in tournament with win over Raptors
Nikola Vucevic shot 9 for 12, including 2 for 3 from 3-point range to finish with 22 points, while adding 10 rebounds and seven assists.
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Witness records customer pepper-spraying employees at restaurant in South Loop
The workers have recovered. But they said it was all shocking and painful — and now some people are calling for justice.
Man charged in mass shooting that killed 2 in Hammond, Indiana
Caprice Edward Cashaw, 31, of Merrillville, was charged with multiple felonies.
Police seek 7 suspects in robbery on Red Line train in Greater Grand Crossing
Police released a community alert on Tuesday showing surveillance images of the seven suspects, and asked anyone with information to contact public transportation detectives at 312-745-4447.
Boy, 15, charged in shooting that wounded tourist in Chicago's Streeterville district
A few days after the shooting, police released surveillance images of four people wanted in connection with it — all under the age of 20.
3 stabbed after argument turns into fight in Belmont Cragin neighborhood
Chicago police said two groups were in an argument that turned into a fight.
