2 dead after tornadoes in Kankakee, Northwest Indiana
The National Weather Service so far has confirmed an EF-1 touchdown in Jasper County, Indiana.
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Trump vows to end war "soon" as Iran hits ships and threatens banks
Trump says he'll end the war soon, when he wants to, as Iran hits 3 ships near the Strait of Hormuz and warns U.S.-linked banks will be next.
Alders to weigh $27M settlement in fatal crash during high-speed police chase
City attorneys are recommending a $27 million settlement with the family of a woman who was killed in a crash with a car fleeing from Chicago police in a high-speed chase in 2017.
Man shot, killed in broad daylight on Chicago's West Side
A man was shot and killed on the street in the midday hours Wednesday in Chicago's West Garfield Park neighborhood.
Northwestern University will offer undergraduate AI major this fall
Undergraduates at the Northwestern University McCormick School of Engineering will be able to major in artificial intelligence starting in the fall.
Lake Village, Ind., man hid in closet as tornado ripped home apart
The Lake Village tornado Tuesday night sent one resident scrambling to his closet for safety as his home was ripped apart.
Aurora data center regulation hearings continue as states grow wary of tax breaks
The city of Aurora held another meeting to update residents on new proposed guidelines for data centers in the western suburb.
Bill would rename part of Dan Ryan Expressway for Rev. Jesse Jackson
Illinois state Rep. Kam Buckner (D-Chicago) announced Wednesday that he has introduced legislation to rename part of Chicago's Dan Ryan Expressway in honor of the late Rev. Jesse Jackson.
St. Patrick's Day 2026: How to see the parades and Chicago River dyeing
Chicago is gearing up for a weekend full of St. Patrick's Day parades and citywide celebrations. Here's what you need to know.
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2026 spring weather outlook for Chicago
As La Niña continues to fade and we transition toward a more neutral pattern, the atmosphere should become a bit less locked into extremes and a little more typical of a Midwestern spring, which can still bring plenty of ups and downs.
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Senior fighting to keep his 56-year-old landline amid barrage of spam calls
A Chicago senior citizen said his phone has been ringing off the hook with hundreds of unwanted spam calls that have made his beloved landline virtually unusable. New efforts in Springfield could bring real relief.
Proposed law would protect consumers from private utility price gouging
A proposed Illinois law hopes to create more oversight on private companies to protect consumers from skyrocketing utility prices.
3 Chicago-area women say they're stuck in Dubai amid war in Iran
The three women said they are working to make their way back home, but without any help from the U.S. State Department.
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"Cake Not Hate" bridging divides between faiths
A father and son are trying to bridge divides between faiths through their baking skills.
Cleanup continues after 4 suspected tornadoes destroy areas in Kankakee, Illinois and Northwest Indi
Residents are dealing with extensive damage and power outages after four suspected tornadoes touched down across Illinois and Northwest Indiana during severe storms on Tuesday night. Families share stories of survival as they check on their neighborhoods.
CVS to launch new AI-powered health platform
CVS plans to roll out a new digital platform powered by artificial intelligence. Google Cloud is teaming up with CVS for the free service, called Health 100.
Costco to offer big discounts on fertility medications
Costco says a new partnership will allow members to buy certain fertility drugs at deeply discounted prices.
Cook County contributes $1 million to Provident Scholarship Fund
Cook County is taking steps to help more students from underserved communities grow into healthcare professionals.
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Bulls beat Warriors 130-124 in overtime at Chase Center
Chicago's Jalen Smith converted two free throws with 1.4 seconds left in regulation to send the game into OT, and Tre Jones contributed 22 points for the Bulls
Lions' Kalif Raymond reportedly heading to the Bears
The Detroit Lions are losing another player, this time it's wide receiver Kalif Raymond, who is reportedly heading to the Chicago Bears.
Frank Nazar scores OT power-play goal as Blackhawks beat Utah Mammoth 3-2
Chicago, which had lost three in a row, including a 4-3 setback to Dallas on Sunday night, has now won all three meetings with Utah this season, with the teams' fourth and final game of the season scheduled for Thursday night.
Bears shore up defense with LB Devin Bush, S Coby Brant, DT Neville Gallimore
The Chicago Bears have been busy bolstering their defense on the first day of free agency, signing linebacker Devin Bush Jr., safety Coby Bryant, and defensive tackle Neville Gallimore, according to reports.
Westbrook stacks another triple-double in Kings 126-110 win over Bulls
Sacramento outscored the Bulls 68-36 in the paint.
Heiskanen scores in overtime to push the Stars past the Blackhawks, 4-3
Blackhawks rookie forward Oliver Moore left midway through the first period after three shifts with an undisclosed injury when sliding into the end boards seconds after assisting on Rinzel's goal.
NU golf's Ashley Yun, Dianna Lee to compete in Augusta National Women's Amateur
That event takes place during a bit of a break in Northwestern's spring schedule, giving Ashley and Dianna the chance to compete in Augusta, then return to Evanston to focus on a potential repeat.
No. 11 Illinois take 78-72 victory over Maryland
The win gave Illinois a bye into Friday's quarterfinals in the Big Ten Tournament.
Fremd High School junior back to playing sport he loves after rare cancer diagnosis
Less than six months after a rare cancer diagnosis, Finn Chapin is back to playing the sport he loves and is setting new goals.
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South suburban students will serve food at Jesse Jackson funeral Friday
A group of culinary students from the south suburbs spent Thursday making preparations to serve the food at Rev. Jesse Jacksons' memorial at House of Hope in Chicago Friday.
Artist and musician Sura Dupart's family creativity set foundation for life's work
A Chicago artist and musician has seen it all and done it all; among his many qualities are curiosity and kindness. Sura Dupart grew up in Bronzeville at 46th and Langley as one of 11 children.
New Trier students learn engineering by helping kids with mobility issues
Some students at New Trier High School in Winnetka are learning the basics of engineering while giving back to kids with mobility issues through a program called Go Baby Go.
D-Composed celebrates Black composers from past, present and future
A group of Black classically trained musicians called D-Composed have made it their mission to celebrate the work of Black composers from the past, present and future.
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Bill would rename part of Dan Ryan Expressway for Rev. Jesse Jackson
Illinois state Rep. Kam Buckner (D-Chicago) announced Wednesday that he has introduced legislation to rename part of Chicago's Dan Ryan Expressway in honor of the late Rev. Jesse Jackson.
Ex-Illinois mayor Tiffany Henyard running for commissioner seat in Georgia
A former Illinois mayor who is the subject of a federal investigation has taken her political aspirations to the metro Atlanta area.
Mayor postpones bid for election protection ordinance named after Rev. Jackson
Mayor Brandon Johnson has called off – for now – a bid to impose new polling place protections in Chicago in an attempt to prohibit federal immigration agents from entering so-called "democracy zones" while voters are at the polls.
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U.S. service members in Kuwait suffered brain trauma, burns, shrapnel wounds
About 30 U.S. service members remained hospitalized Tuesday after an Iranian drone strike in Kuwait.
Global Entry program restored as DHS shutdown continues
Officers normally assigned to process Global Entry travelers had been reassigned to process other arriving travelers during the pause.
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Applications open for Cook County property tax exemptions
For Cook County residents hoping to lower their property tax bills, applications are open for exemptions.
Village of Wilmette issues warning about scammers impersonating its departments
Officials in the north Chicago suburb of Wilmette issued a warning Tuesday about scammers who are impersonating representatives of village departments.
Gas prices keep surging in Chicago and beyond amid war in Iran
The war with Iran is causing gas prices to surge, with motorists in Chicago and around the country guaranteed to feel the impact at the pump Monday morning.
Chicago gas prices jump 34 cents per gallon in the past week amid Iran war
There's no relief in sight for drivers at the pump as the war in Iran is directly driving up the cost of gas. Analysts expect more of the same unless something changes soon.
What could the U.S.-Israel war with Iran mean for gas prices in Chicago?
Drivers in the Chicago area can expect to start paying more at the pump this week, as oil prices have spiked amid the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran.
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Raw oysters and clams recalled in 9 states over norovirus risks
Food containing norovirus may smell and taste normal but still cause serious illness if consumed, FDA warns.
Pritzker announces major investment by CSL for plasma therapy manufacturing plant
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker on Monday announced a $1.5 billion investment from biotherapeutics company CSL for a new plasma therapy manufacturing plant in Kanakee.
Doctor transforms adopted daughter's health using functional medicine
When a doctor was told there was no cure for his daughter's condition, he was motivated to transform not only her health, but the lives of thousands of others.
Lurie Children's Hospital plans to open new pediatric hospital in Downers Grove
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital announced this week that it is planning to open a new pediatric hospital in the west Chicago suburb of Downers Grove.
Recent Northwestern study used app to track recovery of long COVID patients
It has been nearly six years since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, and one of the many questions doctors are still working to answer concerns the long-term effects.
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Rash of plant-based restaurants have closed in Chicago, but experts caution against doom
Despite a rash of restaurant closures, veterans of the plant-based food business pushed back against prophecies of doom — and in one case argued that such closures notwithstanding, plant-based eating is only growing.
Maplewood Brewery & Distillery and Half Acre Beer Co. announce merger
Two popular Chicago craft breweries – Half Acre Beer Co. and Maplewood Brewery & Distillery – announced on Tuesday they are merging to create a new "premier Chicago beverage company."
Pritzker announces major investment by CSL for plasma therapy manufacturing plant
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker on Monday announced a $1.5 billion investment from biotherapeutics company CSL for a new plasma therapy manufacturing plant in Kanakee.
Capital One laying off more than 1,100 at former Discover offices in Riverwoods
Capital One is laying off more than 1,100 workers at the former Discover headquarters in north suburban Riverwoods.
Plan calls for replacing medical office building with high-rise in East Lakeview
A new development at the southeast corner of Chicago's East Lakeview community would clear away a medical office building and replace it with a residential high-rise.
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"Trial in the Delta," about Emmett Till trial, extended in Humboldt Park
A play inspired by the story of Emmett Till has now been extended twice past its initial run at Collaboraction Theatre in Humboldt Park.
Jennifer Runyon, Chicago-native actress who appeared in "Ghostbusters," dies at 65
Jennifer Runyon, a Chicago native who became famous as an actress appearing in "Ghostbusters" and "Charles in Charge," died last week.
Rihanna's Beverly Hills home hit by gunfire; suspect arrested, LAPD says
A woman was arrested on Sunday for firing multiple shots at the Beverly Hills home of Rihanna, Los Angeles Police Department officials say.
Michigan native Bruce Campbell tells fans he has cancer, will be in treatment
Actor and filmmaker Bruce Campbell told fans that he is in treatment for cancer and will cancel some upcoming public appearances.
Neil Sedaka, singer whose hits included "Laughter in the Rain," dies at 86
Singer-songwriter Neil Sedaka, known for his hits like "Laughter in the Rain," "Breaking Up is Hard to Do" and "Calendar Girl," has died.
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"Cake Not Hate" bridging divides between faiths
A father and son are trying to bridge divides between faiths through their baking skills.
Cleanup continues after 4 suspected tornadoes destroy areas in Kankakee, Illinois and Northwest Indi
Residents are dealing with extensive damage and power outages after four suspected tornadoes touched down across Illinois and Northwest Indiana during severe storms on Tuesday night. Families share stories of survival as they check on their neighborhoods.
CVS to launch new AI-powered health platform
CVS plans to roll out a new digital platform powered by artificial intelligence. Google Cloud is teaming up with CVS for the free service, called Health 100.
Costco to offer big discounts on fertility medications
Costco says a new partnership will allow members to buy certain fertility drugs at deeply discounted prices.
Cook County contributes $1 million to Provident Scholarship Fund
Cook County is taking steps to help more students from underserved communities grow into healthcare professionals.
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2 dead after tornadoes in Kankakee, Northwest Indiana
The National Weather Service so far has confirmed an EF-1 touchdown in Jasper County, Indiana.
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Trump vows to end war "soon" as Iran hits ships and threatens banks
Trump says he'll end the war soon, when he wants to, as Iran hits 3 ships near the Strait of Hormuz and warns U.S.-linked banks will be next.
Alders to weigh $27M settlement in fatal crash during high-speed police chase
City attorneys are recommending a $27 million settlement with the family of a woman who was killed in a crash with a car fleeing from Chicago police in a high-speed chase in 2017.
Man shot, killed in broad daylight on Chicago's West Side
A man was shot and killed on the street in the midday hours Wednesday in Chicago's West Garfield Park neighborhood.
Northwestern University will offer undergraduate AI major this fall
Undergraduates at the Northwestern University McCormick School of Engineering will be able to major in artificial intelligence starting in the fall.
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Senior fighting to keep his 56-year-old landline amid barrage of spam calls
A Chicago senior citizen said his phone has been ringing off the hook with hundreds of unwanted spam calls that have made his beloved landline virtually unusable. New efforts in Springfield could bring real relief.
Proposed law would protect consumers from private utility price gouging
A proposed Illinois law hopes to create more oversight on private companies to protect consumers from skyrocketing utility prices.
3 Chicago-area women say they're stuck in Dubai amid war in Iran
The three women said they are working to make their way back home, but without any help from the U.S. State Department.
As election season ramps up, so do political text messages and emails.
If you feel like you're drowning in a sea of text alerts and desperate email pleas for "just $5" this election season, you are far from alone.
Con artists target school bus driver to steal $5K in Apple products
A north suburban school bus driver became a victim of sophisticated scammers who are targeting more people and more vulnerable populations to make more money.
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Bulls beat Warriors 130-124 in overtime at Chase Center
Chicago's Jalen Smith converted two free throws with 1.4 seconds left in regulation to send the game into OT, and Tre Jones contributed 22 points for the Bulls
Lions' Kalif Raymond reportedly heading to the Bears
The Detroit Lions are losing another player, this time it's wide receiver Kalif Raymond, who is reportedly heading to the Chicago Bears.
Frank Nazar scores OT power-play goal as Blackhawks beat Utah Mammoth 3-2
Chicago, which had lost three in a row, including a 4-3 setback to Dallas on Sunday night, has now won all three meetings with Utah this season, with the teams' fourth and final game of the season scheduled for Thursday night.
Bears shore up defense with LB Devin Bush, S Coby Brant, DT Neville Gallimore
The Chicago Bears have been busy bolstering their defense on the first day of free agency, signing linebacker Devin Bush Jr., safety Coby Bryant, and defensive tackle Neville Gallimore, according to reports.
Westbrook stacks another triple-double in Kings 126-110 win over Bulls
Sacramento outscored the Bulls 68-36 in the paint.
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Man shot, killed in broad daylight on Chicago's West Side
A man was shot and killed on the street in the midday hours Wednesday in Chicago's West Garfield Park neighborhood.
Woman charged in road rage shooting on Dan Ryan Expressway
A woman has been charged in a road rage shooting that left someone injured this past weekend on the Dan Ryan Expressway.
Fox Lake woman to remain in jail, accused of beating 11-year-old son for years
A Lake County judge ordered a Fox Lake woman to remain behind bars on Tuesday, following her arrest on charges accusing her of abusing her 11-year-old son for years.
Man, 75, charged in shooting that killed 2 women, 68 and 71, on Far South Side
A 75-year-old man was due for a detention hearing Tuesday in a shooting that killed two women, ages 68 and 71, on Chicago's Far South Side this past weekend.
2 women in custody after smash-and-grab at Old Town grocery store
Chicago police said they apprehended two women early Tuesday morning after the women broke into a grocery store in Chicago's Old Town neighborhood and stole some merchandise.
