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White House removes Trump post with racist footage of Obamas hours after defending it

The footage is included in a video that promotes false claims that the 2020 presidential election was rigged against Mr. Trump.

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Suspect in 2012 Benghazi attack arrested and brought to the U.S.

The FBI has arrested "one of the key participants" behind the attack on U.S. facilities in Benghazi, Libya, in 2012 that killed four Americans.

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What is the SAVE America Act? What to know about the GOP elections bill

A new push to pass a GOP elections bill known as the SAVE America Act is underway in Congress, but Democrats warn the proposal could disenfranchise millions of eligible voters.

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"Tsunami" of immigration cases strains U.S. Attorney's offices across America

As immigration sweeps expand nationwide, the work of justifying detentions is overwhelming federal prosecutors, who are being forced to sideline a range of other cases in order to keep pace.

  • Feb 5
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Woman shot by Border Patrol agent plans to attend Trump's State of the Union

Marimar Martinez, the Chicago woman shot five times by a Border Patrol agent in October, plans to attend President Trump's State of the Union address to Congress later this month, according to her attorney.

  • Feb 5
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This Identity Theft Awareness Week, Illinois comptroller has warnings, advice

This week marks Identity Theft Awareness Week, and Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza emphasized some safety tips Monday for avoiding and dealing with identity theft.

  • Jan 26
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Naperville City Council to discuss controversial plan for data center

A controversial data center in Naperville, Illinois, could be the cause to pack a city council meeting there on Tuesday night.

  • Jan 20
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Police in Geneva warn of scam calls involving spoofed phone number

Police in the west Chicago suburb of Geneva are warning of a scam involving spoofed phone numbers.

  • Jan 11
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Consumer groups protest Peoples Gas request for $202 million rate hike

Protesters on Tuesday were cranking up the heat on Peoples Gas over a recently proposed rate hike that would add an additional $10 to $11 a month to utility bills.

  • Jan 6
McDonald's Brings Back The McRib Sandwich

Lawsuit accuses McDonald's of deception on grounds that McRib has no rib meat

A lawsuit filed late last month took Chicago-based McDonald's to task over the McRib sandwich, calling its name a form of false advertising.

  • Jan 4
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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.

  • Jan 29
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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.

  • Jan 26
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Cook County and Illinois leaders and advocates decry federal changes to SNAP benefits

Leaders from Cook County, the Illinois Department of Human Services, and the Greater Chicago Food Depository denounced changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program on Wednesday.

  • Jan 21
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Ralph Lauren issues grant to UChicago Medicine for cancer center

The University of Chicago Medicine Comprehensive Cancer Center has received a grant from The Ralph Lauren Corporate Foundation for a new cancer center.

  • Jan 21
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Lurie Hospital no longer initiating gender-affirming medical treatment for children

Chicago's Lurie Children's Hospital said Tuesday that it is no longer initiating gender-affirming medical treatment for minors.

  • Jan 20
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Palace Grill near United Center put up for sale, will not reopen, report says

A Near West Side diner known for drawing in Blackhawks fans and players is up for sale.

  • Feb 5
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City of Chicago accepting applications for 2026 farmers' markets

January may be the coldest time of the year, but Chicago is already looking forward to summer farmers' markets.

  • Jan 26
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Plan would replace Lakeview Giordano's building with residential development

A development proposal issued this month calls for the replacement of a building housing a Giordiano's pizzeria in Chicago's Lakeview neighborhood with a new mixed-use building with 28 residential units.

  • Jan 19
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United Airlines flight attendants picket in Chicago amid fight for new contract

United Airlines flight attendants picketed outside Chicago's Willis Tower Thursday morning as they fought for a new contract.

  • Jan 15
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The Score sports radio to begin simulcast on 104.3 FM

WSCR-AM, 670 The Score, will begin a simulcast on 104.3 FM next month.

  • Jan 14
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Ukrainian military drone simulator adapted for video gamers in world first

Gamers across the world can now recreate drone strikes in Ukraine from the comfort of their own home, with this newly released game.

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With sixth album, Chicago's Ratboys seem to be on brink of something big

The members of Ratboys​ were teenagers when they met by chance, and now in their 30s, the Chicago band formed by two college friends almost two decades ago appears to be on the brink of something big.

  • Feb 4
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Voice behind Three Dog Night's "Joy to the World," Chuck Negron, dies at 83

Chuck Negron, a founding member of Three Dog Night whose lead vocals powered a string of hits for one of the top rock acts of the late 1960s and early '70s has died. He was 83.

  • Feb 3
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Bad Bunny says "ICE out" at Grammy Awards: "We're not aliens"

Bad Bunny used his Grammy acceptance speech on Sunday to denounce U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and call for the end of the ongoing immigration crackdown.

  • Feb 1
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Who won Grammy Awards for 2026? See the full winners list here

The 2026 Grammy Awards recognized the best of the best in music from last year, with big wins for Kendrick Lamar and Bad Bunny. Here's the full list of winners and nominees.

  • Feb 2
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Chicago weather: frigid morning windchills

Meteorologist David Yeomans has the latest First Alert Weather forecast.

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How Chicago's architectural innovation helped shape the nation

Chicago helped shape the nation in so many ways, including the pioneering of skyscrapers – the big, beautiful buildings the city of big shoulders introduced to the world.

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Chicago bus driver caught using cell phone on charter trip to Detroit

A Chicago bus driver is out of a job after he was caught on camera with his hands off the wheel and his eyes glued to his cell phone.

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Suburban police forming task force to target video gambling machine thefts

Police in Chicago's south and southwest suburbs are teaming up to target thieves targeting video gambling machines, which have become an increasingly popular target for burglary crews.

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Drone pilot helps find missing puppy

An eagle-eyed drone pilot helped spot a missing foster puppy who had been out in the cold for more than two weeks in Chicago's northwest suburbs.

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Suburban police team up to go after burglars targeting video gambling machines

Police in Chicago's south and southwest suburbs are teaming up to target thieves targeting video gambling machines, which have become an increasingly popular target for burglary crews.

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Drone pilot helps family find lost dog missing in the cold for 2 weeks

An eagle-eyed drone pilot helped spot a missing foster puppy who had been out in the cold for more than two weeks in Chicago's northwest suburbs.

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Chicago city worker found dead inside West Ridge apartment

A source close to the investigation said the woman worked for the city's Office of Emergency Management and Communications.

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Key evidence in Marimar Martinez shooting, including texts, to be released

A federal judge in Chicago has ruled key evidence in the Marimar Martinez shooting, including bodycam video and text messages, can be released.

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Chicago helped shape the nation in so many ways, including the pioneering of skyscrapers – the big, beautiful buildings the city of big shoulders introduced to the world.

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Citing drop in dental care for CPS students, Illinois lawmaker seeks state takeover

Fewer Chicago kids are getting the dental care they need, and some dentists are blaming Chicago Public Schools.

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Grandmother testifies in wrongful raid civil rights trial against Chicago police

Cynthia Eason recounted the moment Chicago police officers raided her family's home in 2018.

  • Feb 3
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Illinois American Water seeks 4th rate hike in 10 years

Water bills could be going up in several Chicago suburbs and other parts of Illinois, as Illinois American Water seeks a rate increase to fund infrastructure improvements.

  • Feb 3
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Jury selected in wrongful raid trial of SW Side family by Chicago police in 2018

The case involves a Chicago grandmother, her daughter, and her four grandchildren, who all said that Chicago police officers pointed guns at them during the botched raid.

  • Feb 2
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Former Mayor Emanuel spared from testifying about CPD "code of silence"

Former Mayor Rahm Emanuel no longer will have to testify about an alleged "code of silence" at the Chicago Police Department, after a federal judge reversed an earlier ruling that would have allowed him to take the stand in a lawsuit over a botched police raid.

  • Jan 30
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2 suburban high school alumni are facing off in the Super Bowl Sunday

Two west suburban high schools have something extra to celebrate Sunday, when alumni from their schools make their Super Bowl debuts.

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Winter Olympics begin with spectacular opening ceremony

The 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics are underway after the lighting of the Olympic cauldrons and the Parade of Nations at the opening ceremony.

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Caleb Williams' TD to DJ Moore vs Packers wins Next Gen Stats Moment of the Year

Caleb Williams certainly had plenty of big throws to celebrate in 2025, but it wasn't hard to pick his most memorable one after he launched a 46-yard touchdown pass to DJ Moore to beat the Packers in overtime in Week 16.

  • Feb 5
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Brandon Ingram scores 33 points as Raptors beat new-look Bulls 123-107

Brandon Ingram scored 33 points, Immanuel Quickley had 24 and the Toronto Raptors beat the new-look Chicago Bulls 123-107.

  • Feb 5
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Bears guard Joe Thuney wins inaugural NFL Protector of the Year Award

Chicago Bears guard Joe Thuney was named the NFL's top offensive lineman of 2025 on Thursday, winning the inaugural Protector of the Year Award.

  • Feb 5
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Vigil held for shot and killed while her baby was in the back seat of her car

A South Side community came together on Friday, hoping for justice after a woman was shot and killed while her baby was in the back seat of their car​ earlier this week.

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Woman shot and killed in West Ridge apartment building

A Chicago city employee was found shot to death Friday morning inside an apartment in the West Ridge neighborhood.

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Actor Timothy Busfield indicted on child sex abuse charges

Actor Timothy Busfield has been indicted on four counts of criminal sexual contact of a child, officials said Friday.

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Burglars use sledgehammers to break into slot machines at Oak Lawn restaurant

A burglary crew smashed into a restaurant in Chicago's southwest suburbs, leaving the owner cleaning up a big and frustrating mess.

  • Feb 5
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Man charged with murder of popular charter boat captain at DuSable Harbor

Six months after a well-known charter boat captain was found dead at DuSable Harbor in downtown Chicago, a man has been charged with his murder.

  • Feb 5
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