Massive semi fire shuts down part of I-65 in Northwest Indiana
Southbound lanes of I-65 are shut down near Demotte, Indiana due to a massive semi fire.
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Chicago Catholics mourn Pope Francis
Chicago Catholics gathered at their local churches to mourn the loss and legacy of Pope Francis.
What role does Cardinal Cupich have in the papal conclave?
Chicago Cardinal Blase Cupich is a voting member of the College of Cardinals, the body that will hold the conclave to elect a new pope.
DePaul president called to testify before Congress in antisemitism hearing
The president of DePaul University in Chicago has been called on to testify before Congress on antisemitism on college campuses.
Cardinal Cupich mourns "profound loss" of Pope Francis
Chicago Archbishop Cardinal Blase Cupich is mourning the "profound loss" of Pope Francis.
2 charged with having cannabis, firearms during traffic stop in Beach Park
The office said the stop was conducted because the vehicle's registration was suspended.
Red Sox beat White Sox in Boston Marathon Monday morning game
Walker Buehler gave up one run over seven innings and the Red Sox went on to beat the White Sox at Fenway Park on Patriots' Day.
Lyons man charged in fatal 2024 shooting of USPS worker on Stevenson Expressway
Angel Reyes, 24, of Lyons, was arrested by the ISP Division of Criminal Investigation Zone 1 and charged with one count of first-degree murder.
$1 million scratch-off ticket sold at Cicero gas station
The player, self-named San Judas Tadeo, bought the winning $10,000,000 Bankroll ticket at a Speedway gas station at 3200 South Cicero Avenue.
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Windy, cooler day Monday in Chicago
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Real ID scams surge as deadline nears, BBB warns
With the deadline to obtain a Real ID just weeks away, the Better Business Bureau is warning about a surge in scams designed to steal your identity.
Wrongful Chicago Police raid that traumatized children set for trial 7 years later
The Mendez family is suing the City of Chicago and the Chicago Police Department, accusing officers of violating their civil rights and traumatizing them and their children during the raid.
Tickets from Chicago connected to grandmother in New York who has no car
A license plate connected to a New York grandmother is linked to speeding and running red lights in Chicago. But that license plate was destroyed years ago.
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Chicago Park District in need of volunteers for Earth Day parks cleanup
Volunteers will help remove trash, fix up playgrounds, and lay mulch at more than 170 public parks citywide.
Hegseth accused of sharing military plans with family on Signal app
The messages were sent the same day U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth shared similar information in a separate Signal chat that inadvertently included the Atlantic’s editor-in-chief.
White House uses real eggs for Easter egg roll
The annual White House Easter egg roll featured nearly 30,000 real eggs.
Father Pat McGrath reacts to death of Pope Francis
Father McGrath of Old St. Patrick’s Church reacts as thousands, who were already expected to gather here for Easter Monday, are now expected to come to pray for Pope Francis.
Cooler day Monday, storms return Tuesday evening
Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon has the extended forecast.
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Red Sox beat White Sox in Boston Marathon Monday morning game
Walker Buehler gave up one run over seven innings and the Red Sox went on to beat the White Sox at Fenway Park on Patriots' Day.
Cubs lose to Diamondbacks in 11 innings
In a game twice delayed by rain for a total of 98 minutes, the teams exchanged runs in the 10th.
White Sox beat Red Sox 8-4 to end worst road start in team history
Andrew Vaughn hit a two-run homer, pinch-hitter Edgar Quero added a go-ahead, two-run single and the Chicago White Sox snapped a six-game losing streak with an 8-4 victory over the Boston Red Sox Sunday, ending their worst road start in team history.
Red Sox beat White Sox 4-3 in extra innings
Triston Casas hit a bases-loaded single off the Green Monster to drive in the winning run with one out in the 10th inning on Saturday, lifting the Boston Red Sox to a 4-3 victory over the Chicago White Sox.
Suzuki and Busch hit consecutive home runs, lead Cubs over Diamondbacks 6-2
A day after a wild 13-11 win, Kyle Tucker tripled and drove in two runs along with Suzuki and Busch, Dansby Swanson added two hits for the NL Central leader, including a double.
Trevor Story has 2 HRs, 6 RBIs to lead Red Sox to 10-3 win over White Sox
Trevor Story went 3 for 4 with two homers and six RBIs and the Boston Red Sox beat the Chicago White Sox 10-3 on Friday night.
Tucker hits go-ahead shot as Cubs outslug Diamondbacks 13-11
The two teams combined for seven homers.
Bears assistant head coach Antwaan Randle El is happy to be close to home
Randle El won a Super Bowl with the Pittsburgh Steelers, but the south suburbanite is known by a lot of folks in these parts as a three-sport star at Thornton Township High School.
With Blackhawks season over, Connor Bedard fights rumors he wants to leave
Bedard is eligible for a rookie contract extension this summer.
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Veteran Chicago Police dispatcher is ready to hang up her headset after 40 years
Dispatchers like Debra White provide a calming voice, and a lifeline in a time of need, for the people in Chicago and our police officers.
Chicago's Working Bikes gets bicycles to people in need at home and worldwide
But that's not all the team at Working Bikes does. They are also creating economic lifelines for generations.
Harvey Twisters Wrestling Club teaches young people about more than just athletics
For 40 years, kids from five to 14 years old — both boys and girls — have trained and learned the sport with the Harvey Twisters.
Started amid pandemic, community bike exchange is a booming success in River Forest
The fifth annual River Forest Community Bike Exchange is scheduled for this Saturday, April 12.
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Hegseth shared details of Yemen strike in another Signal chat, sources say
The messages were sent the same day Hegseth shared similar details in a separate Signal chat that inadvertently included The Atlantic's editor-in-chief.
50501 protest in Daley Plaza brings large crowd of Trump opponents to the Loop
A sea of people crowded Daley Plaza, and marched through the Loop, seeking to turn the tide of the Trump administration.
Supreme Court temporarily blocks new deportations under Alien Enemies Act
In a brief order, the court directed the Trump administration not to remove Venezuelans held in Texas' Bluebonnet Detention Center "until further order from this court."
Bolingbrook Mayor Mary Alexander-Basta, native of Egypt, heading to 2nd term
Alexander-Basta said the combination of her immigrant experience and background in the hospitality industry make her more effective and compassionate.
Outgoing Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard's name removed from outside Village Hall
Village Trustee Jason House defeated Henyard in the February primary, won the general election on April 1, and will be sworn in as the new mayor on May 5.
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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.
Johnsonville recall of cheddar bratwursts includes Minnesota
Johnsonville, LCC is recalling over 22,600 pounds of cheddar bratwurst in 10 states, including Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Settlement reached for Chicago, Denver men in 2019 Boeing 737 MAX8 crash
The law firms Romanucci and Blandin, representing the families of Antoine Lewis, 39, of Chicago, and Mark Lindquist Law, representing Darcy Belanger, 46, of Denver, Colorado, announced the settlement was reached on Sunday night.
$344 million Mega Millions jackpot won in Illinois
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.
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Some states want to ban food stamp recipients from buying soda and candy
Some states want to block SNAP recipients from using benefits to buy sugary foods as part of the "make America healthy again" movement.
Large number of measles cases being missed, CDC says
The CDC is now struggling to keep up with requests for support from states with measles outbreaks.
Autism rate rises to 3% of children in CDC study
CDC experts were not made available to discuss the findings showing a rise in autism prevalence.
With cases in Indiana, measles outbreak draws closer to Chicago
Doctors and the Illinois Department of Public Health are urging people to get vaccinated.
FDA bird flu testing efforts disrupted by RFK Jr.'s layoffs, officials say
Multiple FDA labs were cut amid Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s layoffs this week.
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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.
Aris Singleton became CEO of TGIN beauty products at 28, and is a proud industry leader
Singleton will be the first to tell you her success is not a solo act.
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"Grey's Anatomy" star Eric Dane reveals he's been diagnosed with ALS
"Grey's Anatomy" and "Euphoria" star Eric Dane said he is still able to work and will return to the HBO drama.
Jay North, star of original "Dennis the Menace" TV series, dies at 73
Jay North, who starred on TV's "Dennis the Menace" for four seasons starting in 1959, has died.
Nintendo Switch 2 and new "Mario Kart World" game to be released in June
Nintendo has announced a June 5 launch date for its latest gaming console, the Switch 2.
Val Kilmer, actor known for "The Doors" and "Tombstone," dies at 65
A unique talent, Val Kilmer was praised as an acting chameleon who took on varied and challenging roles, and the results were often memorable.
Lollapalooza announces daily lineup for 2025 festival
Lollapalooza announced the daily lineup for the 2025 festival in Grant Park July 31 through Aug. 3. Tickets are going fast.
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Chicago Park District in need of volunteers for Earth Day parks cleanup
Volunteers will help remove trash, fix up playgrounds, and lay mulch at more than 170 public parks citywide.
Hegseth accused of sharing military plans with family on Signal app
The messages were sent the same day U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth shared similar information in a separate Signal chat that inadvertently included the Atlantic’s editor-in-chief.
White House uses real eggs for Easter egg roll
The annual White House Easter egg roll featured nearly 30,000 real eggs.
Father Pat McGrath reacts to death of Pope Francis
Father McGrath of Old St. Patrick’s Church reacts as thousands, who were already expected to gather here for Easter Monday, are now expected to come to pray for Pope Francis.
Cooler day Monday, storms return Tuesday evening
Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon has the extended forecast.
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Massive semi fire shuts down part of I-65 in Northwest Indiana
Southbound lanes of I-65 are shut down near Demotte, Indiana due to a massive semi fire.
Chicago Catholics mourn Pope Francis
Chicago Catholics gathered at their local churches to mourn the loss and legacy of Pope Francis.
What role does Cardinal Cupich have in the papal conclave?
Chicago Cardinal Blase Cupich is a voting member of the College of Cardinals, the body that will hold the conclave to elect a new pope.
DePaul president called to testify before Congress in antisemitism hearing
The president of DePaul University in Chicago has been called on to testify before Congress on antisemitism on college campuses.
Cardinal Cupich mourns "profound loss" of Pope Francis
Chicago Archbishop Cardinal Blase Cupich is mourning the "profound loss" of Pope Francis.
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Real ID scams surge as deadline nears, BBB warns
With the deadline to obtain a Real ID just weeks away, the Better Business Bureau is warning about a surge in scams designed to steal your identity.
Wrongful Chicago Police raid that traumatized children set for trial 7 years later
The Mendez family is suing the City of Chicago and the Chicago Police Department, accusing officers of violating their civil rights and traumatizing them and their children during the raid.
Tickets from Chicago connected to grandmother in New York who has no car
A license plate connected to a New York grandmother is linked to speeding and running red lights in Chicago. But that license plate was destroyed years ago.
CPD ramps up downtown patrols for possible teen takeover at Millennium Park
The bigger picture remains how city leaders want to tackle such teen takeovers as the weather warms up heading into summer.
Court reverses sale of Chicago woman's home over property tax mistake
Robin McElroy paid her property tax bills on time for more than a decade, only to be told her home had been "sold for delinquent taxes."
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Red Sox beat White Sox in Boston Marathon Monday morning game
Walker Buehler gave up one run over seven innings and the Red Sox went on to beat the White Sox at Fenway Park on Patriots' Day.
Cubs lose to Diamondbacks in 11 innings
In a game twice delayed by rain for a total of 98 minutes, the teams exchanged runs in the 10th.
White Sox beat Red Sox 8-4 to end worst road start in team history
Andrew Vaughn hit a two-run homer, pinch-hitter Edgar Quero added a go-ahead, two-run single and the Chicago White Sox snapped a six-game losing streak with an 8-4 victory over the Boston Red Sox Sunday, ending their worst road start in team history.
Red Sox beat White Sox 4-3 in extra innings
Triston Casas hit a bases-loaded single off the Green Monster to drive in the winning run with one out in the 10th inning on Saturday, lifting the Boston Red Sox to a 4-3 victory over the Chicago White Sox.
Suzuki and Busch hit consecutive home runs, lead Cubs over Diamondbacks 6-2
A day after a wild 13-11 win, Kyle Tucker tripled and drove in two runs along with Suzuki and Busch, Dansby Swanson added two hits for the NL Central leader, including a double.
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Person shot on CTA Blue Line at Racine Avenue
Police activity disrupted train service at the Racine Avenue stop along the Eisenhower Expressway.
6 teen boys charged with robbing smoke shop in West Loop
The teens also punched a 25-year-old man in the face with closed fists, police said.
Boy, 16, dies after being shot multiple times in Englewood neighborhood
Officers arrived at that area and found the victim on the ground with several gunshot wounds.
Sentencing set for next week for Highland Park parade shooter
The hearing could take two to three days, with more than 50 victim impact statements expected.
Report from Northwestern says Chicago area Peacekeepers are helping reduce violence
Statistics from Chicago Police show shootings are down, and research from Northwestern University indicates that violence interrupters are partially to credit.
