Judge orders man charged with setting woman on fire on CTA train to remain in custody
A judge ordered the man charged with setting a woman on fire on the CTA Blue Line to be held in custody while he awaits trial.
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Doctor, nurse fired from Indiana hospital after turning away woman in labor
The doctor and nurse responsible for turning away a woman minutes before she gave birth are no longer employed by Franciscan Health Crown Point in Indiana.
Chicago holiday festivities kick off with tree lighting, Christkindlmarket
The Christkindlmarket opens on Friday morning, before the city's official Christmas tree on Friday night.
Protesters accuse feds of arresting them to use as props for Noem in Broadview
Federal agents are being accused of wrongly arresting protesters in Broadview as part of a promotional video for the Department of Homeland Security.
Prosecutors drop charges against woman shot by CBP agent in Chicago
Federal prosecutors on Thursday filed a motion to dismiss the charges against a woman who was shot by a U.S. Customs and Border Patrol agent in Chicago last month.
Appeals court orders halt to release of hundreds detained in Operation Midway Blitz
An appeals court on Thursday ordered a stay on the release of hundreds of people detained in the federal Operation Midway Blitz in Chicago.
Transportation Department wants fliers to dress up. Will it work?
The agency's "Golden Age of Travel" campaign aims to restore civility to air travel. Experts say they have doubts.
Chicago street vendors maintain a defiant pose in face of immigration arrests
Ofelia Herrera and Rafael Hernandez have refused to alter their routines as street food vendors during an immigration enforcement blitz in Chicago that has caused many without legal status to stay home since it began in early September.
Driver says eagle dropped cat through car's windshield on highway
Bald eagles are predatory birds that can stand up to 3 feet tall and have a wingspan stretching more than 8 feet.
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Chicago weather: Cloudy skies and patchy drizzle
The Chicago area will experience milder temperatures as the weekend approaches.
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What causes the northern lights?
What are the northern lights? Here is the science behind perhaps one of the most elusive natural phenomena, the shimmering waves of green, pink, and red dancing across the night sky, forming the aurora borealis.
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Protesters accuse feds of arresting them to use as props for Noem in Broadview
Federal agents are being accused of wrongly arresting protesters in Broadview as part of a promotional video for the Department of Homeland Security.
Leaky roof damaged Homewood man's condo; months later, he's still waiting for HOA to make repairs
A leaking roof didn't just damage a Homewood condo, it forced the owner out of his home. The HOA vowed to fix everything, but eight months later, the damage is still there and so is the frustration.
One Lisle school pays far more for water than other because of private company
Why is one school in the west Chicago suburb of Lisle paying a water bill three times higher than another? The answer has to do with a private utility company.
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Steppenwolf's "Amadeus" staging earns rave reviews
Vince Gerasole talks with actor Ian Barford, who portrays the jealous composer Antonio Salieri, about the new production of the Peter Shaffer play "Amadeus."
Rain showers possible Friday evening in Chicago area
Rain showers are possible through this evening downstate. Some of the activity may reach up to areas along and south of I-80. This disturbance will drift away overnight, allowing for a clearing trend this weekend.
Advocates address Broadview ICE facility claims
Immigrant advocates are shining new light on what's happening inside the Broadview ICE facility and addressing the federal decision stopping the release of hundreds of detainees.
Magnificent Mile stores hope holiday shopping season helps boost recovery from pandemic
The holiday shopping season is about to kick off, which means crowds of shoppers hitting the Magnificent Mile as Chicago's top shopping destination is recovering from the pandemic.
Go inside the American Writers Museum
Take a look inside a Chicago museum focused on the influence of American writers.
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Schwartz caps Kraken's three-goal third period in 3-2 win over Blackhawks
Jaden Schwartz scored the tiebreaking goal late in the third period as the Seattle Kraken scored three in the third period to rally past the Chicago Blackhawks 3-2.
3-time NBA Dunk Contest champ Mac McClung returns to Windy City Bulls
Three-time Slam Dunk Contest champion Mac McClung is trying to make the jump back from the G League to the NBA in his return to the Windy City Bulls.
Bears' 3 starting LBs miss practice; CBs Johnson and Gordon closer to return
Two Bears defensive starters are moving closer to a return to action, but three others are at risk of missing Sunday's matchup with the Steelers.
NFC North first-place Bears prepare to take on Steelers at Soldier Field
Although the Bears are in first place in the NFC North, they're taking it one game at a time before thinking playoffs.
Connor Bedard scores 3 times as the Blackhawks beat the Flames 5-2
Bedard has seven goals in his last six games and 13 this season.
Shota Imanaga accepts Cubs' $22.205 million qualifying offer to return in 2026
Chicago Cubs starter Shota Imanaga will return to the team in 2026, after accepting a $22.205 million qualifying offer, but right fielder Kyle Tucker declined his qualifying offer, making him a free agent.
Former Cubs pitcher Kyle Hendricks announces retirement, team says
Hendricks finishes his major league career with a record of 105-91 with a 3.79 ERA.
George makes late 3 in 2OT, Markkanen scores 47 as Jazz beat Bulls 150-147
Giddey and White each scored 12 points to help the Bulls take a 70-61 lead at halftime. Markkanen had 18 points to lead the Jazz.
Bears beat Vikings 19-17 with game-ending FG
Devin Duvernay's 56-yard kickoff return in the final minute for Chicago set up Cairo Santos for his fourth field goal of the game, a 48-yarder as time expired, to push the Bears past Minnesota 19-17 after the Vikings scored the go-ahead touchdown with 50 seconds left.
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Bronzeville church offers weekly grocery giveaways ahead of Thanksgiving
Many people this time of year are stepping up to provide Thanksgiving meals to those in need. One church in Bronzeville is going even further, offering weekly grocery giveaways to meet the growing demand.
West Side church holding massive giveaway Saturday morning
A West Side church will be holding a giveaway for $1.5 million worth of items from housewares to clothing and even exercise equipment Saturday morning.
Chicago restaurants and organizations step in with SNAP benefits in limbo
The Trump administration on Monday said the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program will be partially funded after judges' rulings required food aid program to continue.
Tinley Park boy holds food drive, giveaway for his 8th birthday
A seven-year-old boy in south suburban Tinley Park has some big plans for his eighth birthday. But they don't involve a party; instead, he'll be helping people in his community.
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Chicago street vendors maintain a defiant pose in face of immigration arrests
Ofelia Herrera and Rafael Hernandez have refused to alter their routines as street food vendors during an immigration enforcement blitz in Chicago that has caused many without legal status to stay home since it began in early September.
Former Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan loses license to practice law
Former Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan has been disbarred.
Trump accuses 6 Democratic lawmakers of "seditious behavior"
President Trump posted on social media that Democratic lawmakers who urged members of the military to disobey illegal orders should be arrested and face trial for "seditious behavior."
CDC website changes to include false claim about autism and vaccines
Multiple CDC officials familiar with the situation said the change was made by political appointees without input from relevant agency staffers.
Wis. clerks refer 46 cases of suspected fraud, irregularities in 2024 election
Wisconsin election clerks have referred 46 instances of suspected fraud and voting irregularities to prosecutors related to the November 2024 presidential election.
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U.S. stops minting pennies. What could it mean for shoppers and retailers?
The U.S. stopped minting pennies this week, and some groups have issued a warning about the headaches that can create for some businesses and consumers.
One Lisle school pays far more for water than other because of private company
Why is one school in the west Chicago suburb of Lisle paying a water bill three times higher than another? The answer has to do with a private utility company.
FDA expands warning about cookware that could leach lead into food
The Food and Drug Administration is warning about additional cookware brands that could be leaching lead into your food.
Walgreens closing office space in Chicago's Old Post Office
Walgreens said it will close its office space in Chicago's Old Post Office building.
Homeowner says Allstate threatened coverage over Google Earth photos
Insurance companies are increasingly using drones and aerial surveillance to snap photos of home, then reviewed by AI, to inform underwriting. That can cause mistakes, like the one that affected a homeowner in Kane County, Illinois.
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SHFT is Chicago's first mental health urgent care clinic for young people
SHFT Behavioral Health is the first urgent care clinic in Chicago for young people in mental health crises — specializing in children as young as 10 and adults up to the age of 30.
Lurie Children's Hospital launches advanced leukemia program
Chicago's Lurie Children's Hospital this week launched a new advanced leukemia program.
Rush promotes breast, lung cancer screening with "Pink and Pearl" campaign
The Pink and Pearl Campaign held at Rush University Medical Center is designed to push a powerful message: that early detection for breast and lung cancer saves lives.
Northwestern doctors offer new treatment for AFib, which often affects firefighters
Doctors at Northwestern Memorial Hospital are the first in Illinois to offer a new treatment for atrial fibrillation, a heart condition that often strikes firefighters.
3 Chicago hospitals joining forces to battle breast cancer in new clinical trial
Three prominent Chicago hospitals are joining forces in the fight against breast cancer, through new clinical trials involving two drugs.
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Chicago street vendors maintain a defiant pose in face of immigration arrests
Ofelia Herrera and Rafael Hernandez have refused to alter their routines as street food vendors during an immigration enforcement blitz in Chicago that has caused many without legal status to stay home since it began in early September.
Magnificent Mile stores hope holiday shopping helps boost economic recovery
The holiday shopping season is about to kick off, which means crowds of shoppers hitting the Magnificent Mile as Chicago's top shopping destination is recovering from the pandemic.
Chicago's The Smoke Daddy barbecue to close Wicker Park location
Chicago's The Smoke Daddy barbecue restaurant announced Wednesday that it is closing its original Wicker Park neighborhood location.
Owner of former Chicago Rainforest Café building faces foreclosure lawsuit
The former landlord of the now-long-shuttered Rainforest Café in River North is now facing a $9.3 million foreclosure lawsuit.
Gale Street Inn restaurant in Jefferson Park to reopen
A new owner said Tuesday that he plans to reopen the venerable Gale Street Inn restaurant in Chicago's Jefferson Park neighborhood.
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At 83, the Chi-Lites Marshall Thompson isn't slowing down
The Chi-Lites occupy a proud place in Chicago music history, and they aren't done yet.
Chicago celebrates 50 years since TV pairing of Gene Siskel and Roger Ebert
This month marks 50 years since critics and A-list Chicago celebrities Gene Siskel and Roger Ebert debuted their movie review show.
"Hamilton" to return to Chicago for limited engagement
The Tony Award-winning favorite "Hamilton" is returning to Chicago for a limited engagement.
Sally Kirkland, actor known for roles in "Anna" and "The Sting," dies at 84
Sally Kirkland was best known for sharing the screen with Paul Newman and Robert Redford in "The Sting" and her Oscar-nominated title role in the 1987 movie "Anna."
Restoration efforts chug along at Chicago's Auditorium Theatre
Major renovations at Chicago's Auditorium Theatre are expected to wrap by the fall of 2027, according to published reports.
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Steppenwolf's "Amadeus" staging earns rave reviews
Vince Gerasole talks with actor Ian Barford, who portrays the jealous composer Antonio Salieri, about the new production of the Peter Shaffer play "Amadeus."
Rain showers possible Friday evening in Chicago area
Rain showers are possible through this evening downstate. Some of the activity may reach up to areas along and south of I-80. This disturbance will drift away overnight, allowing for a clearing trend this weekend.
Advocates address Broadview ICE facility claims
Immigrant advocates are shining new light on what's happening inside the Broadview ICE facility and addressing the federal decision stopping the release of hundreds of detainees.
Magnificent Mile stores hope holiday shopping season helps boost recovery from pandemic
The holiday shopping season is about to kick off, which means crowds of shoppers hitting the Magnificent Mile as Chicago's top shopping destination is recovering from the pandemic.
Go inside the American Writers Museum
Take a look inside a Chicago museum focused on the influence of American writers.
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Judge orders man charged with setting woman on fire on CTA train to remain in custody
A judge ordered the man charged with setting a woman on fire on the CTA Blue Line to be held in custody while he awaits trial.
Doctor, nurse fired from Indiana hospital after turning away woman in labor
The doctor and nurse responsible for turning away a woman minutes before she gave birth are no longer employed by Franciscan Health Crown Point in Indiana.
Chicago holiday festivities kick off with tree lighting, Christkindlmarket
The Christkindlmarket opens on Friday morning, before the city's official Christmas tree on Friday night.
Protesters accuse feds of arresting them to use as props for Noem in Broadview
Federal agents are being accused of wrongly arresting protesters in Broadview as part of a promotional video for the Department of Homeland Security.
Prosecutors drop charges against woman shot by CBP agent in Chicago
Federal prosecutors on Thursday filed a motion to dismiss the charges against a woman who was shot by a U.S. Customs and Border Patrol agent in Chicago last month.
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Protesters accuse feds of arresting them to use as props for Noem in Broadview
Federal agents are being accused of wrongly arresting protesters in Broadview as part of a promotional video for the Department of Homeland Security.
Leaky roof damaged Homewood man's condo; months later, he's still waiting for HOA to make repairs
A leaking roof didn't just damage a Homewood condo, it forced the owner out of his home. The HOA vowed to fix everything, but eight months later, the damage is still there and so is the frustration.
One Lisle school pays far more for water than other because of private company
Why is one school in the west Chicago suburb of Lisle paying a water bill three times higher than another? The answer has to do with a private utility company.
Couple loses $180,000 from retirement savings after accounts hacked
A Chicago area couple logged into their retirement account only to find out it had been hacked, and a large chunk of their retirement savings was gone. The response from the online brokerage firm is only adding insult to injury.
Teacher detained by ICE at Chicago daycare believed to be at Broadview
The teacher detained by ICE agents at the Rayito del Sol daycare in North Center is believed to now be at the Broadview processing facility, and parents in the community now have serious safety concerns.
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Schwartz caps Kraken's three-goal third period in 3-2 win over Blackhawks
Jaden Schwartz scored the tiebreaking goal late in the third period as the Seattle Kraken scored three in the third period to rally past the Chicago Blackhawks 3-2.
3-time NBA Dunk Contest champ Mac McClung returns to Windy City Bulls
Three-time Slam Dunk Contest champion Mac McClung is trying to make the jump back from the G League to the NBA in his return to the Windy City Bulls.
Bears' 3 starting LBs miss practice; CBs Johnson and Gordon closer to return
Two Bears defensive starters are moving closer to a return to action, but three others are at risk of missing Sunday's matchup with the Steelers.
NFC North first-place Bears prepare to take on Steelers at Soldier Field
Although the Bears are in first place in the NFC North, they're taking it one game at a time before thinking playoffs.
Connor Bedard scores 3 times as the Blackhawks beat the Flames 5-2
Bedard has seven goals in his last six games and 13 this season.
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Judge orders man charged with setting a woman on fire on CTA Blue Line to be held in custody
A judge ordered the man charged with setting a woman on fire on the CTA Blue Line to be held in custody while he awaits trial.
Burglaries at in Lower West Side shopping center were part of pattern, police say
Chicago police believe two burglaries at a shopping center in the Heart of Chicago community were part of a citywide crime spree.
Burglars steal cash register from Shawn Michelle's Ice Cream in Bronzeville
The popular Shawn Michelle's Homemade Ice Cream shop in Chicago's Bronzeville neighborhood was burglarized early Thursday morning.
Man dies after being found with gunshot wound in Uptown
A man died after being found with a gunshot wound to the head in an apartment complex in Chicago's Uptown neighborhood Wednesday night.
Man found dead with head trauma on Chicago's West Side
A man was found dead with trauma to his head on Chicago's West Side early Thursday.
