'Chicago Blaxican' Charged With Felonies After Targeting Politicians With Threatening Videos
Jaglicic is angry at the politicians for what he perceives as the mishandling of a case he was previously convicted on.
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Aspiring Rapper Eric 'Chicago Blaxican' Jaglicic Charged With Threatening Illinois AG Kwame Raoul, Top Deputy, Former AG Lisa Madigan
Jaglicic, 40, has been charged with one count each of intimidation, threatening a public official, and electronic harassment.
Aspiring Rapper Questioned By Police Over Video With Apparent Threat To Illinois AG Kwame Raoul, Former AG Lisa Madigan
Chicago Police on Wednesday night were questioning a man over a series of threatening music videos he made and emails sent to current and former public officials.
Madigan: Neiman Marcus To Pay $1.5M In Multi State Data Breach
According the Illinois General's office, around 370,000 payment cards, including more than 19,000 from Illinois customers, were compromised.
Big Jump In U.S. Catholic Dioceses Naming Names
U.S. bishops are holding a retreat outside Chicago for "prayer and reflection" upon the sex abuse scandal in the Catholic Church.
Wells Fargo To Pay Illinois $10.8M In Multi-State Settlement
Attorney General Lisa Madigan said Friday Illinois is part of a $575 million settlement reached between Wells Fargo and 50 states and the District of Colombia.
Catholic Bishops Won't Discuss Sexual Abuse At Upcoming Spiritual Retreat
Cardinal Blase Cupich is hosting 300 bishops at a spiritual retreat at Mundelein Seminary Jan. 2-8.
Bishops Won't Discuss Clergy Abuse Report At Retreat
A spokeswoman for Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan calls it "disappointing and absurd" not to discuss the findings at the gathering.
List Of Communities Asking For Sterigenics To Close Grows
In a letter, the Western Springs president asks Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan for an immediate, temporary shutdown of the facility.
Madigan Sues Woman Who Sold Tickets To Fake Events
Attorney General Lisa Madigan's office alleges that a California woman named Kristen Yvette Martin scammed people who bought tickets to these fake events out of $30,000.
EPA: Sterigenics Tests On Ethylene Oxide May Be Misleading
Wednesday, the EPA announced that the testing process for the dangerous drug is flawed and another gas can sometimes be mistaken for ethylene oxide.
AG Madigan To Trump: Stop Plans To Exclude Transgender People From Federal Protections
"Civil rights laws are crucial to ensuring access to healthcare and education and the administration should abandon this effort to discriminate against transgender individuals."
Lisa Madigan Demands End To Policy Preventing Immigrant Families From Reuniting
The Illinois attorney general signed a letter to the federal government demanding reversal of the existing policy.
Cancer-Causing Chemicals Prompt Lisa Madigan and DuPage County To Ask State To Close Sterigenics In Willowbrook
A cancer-causing gas emitted by west suburban company Sterigenics has prompted Lisa Madigan and DuPage County prosecutors to urge the court to shut down the plant.
Illinois Attorney General, DuPage County Prosecutor Sue Sterigenics Over Carcinogenic Emissions
At least three other lawsuits have been filed against Sterigenics. Cancer survivor Susan Kamuda sued the company in September.
Chicago Police Consent Decree: Public Comment Hearings Begin Today
A two-day hearing begins Wednesday in federal court, allowing the public to weigh in on a proposed consent decree governing sweeping changes at the Chicago Police Department.
Madigan, Emanuel Name Finalists To Monitor Police Department Consent Decree
Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan and Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel must recommend a final choice to U.S. District Judge Robert Dow Jr.
Two Public Hearings Scheduled For Proposed Chicago Police Consent Decree
Attorney General Lisa Madigan and Mayor Rahm Emanuel announced the final draft of the consent decree earlier this month,
CPD Consent Decree Filed In Federal Court
"It has taken over a year to get to this day but it has taken a generation to get here."
City, Madigan Agree To Require Police Officers To Report Every Time They Point A Gun At Someone
That issue had been the last sticking point in a draft consent decree announced by Attorney General Lisa Madigan and Mayor Rahm Emanuel in July.
Laquan McDonald: A Timeline Of The Shooting, Fallout, And Officer Van Dyke's Trial
Nearly four years after he fired the 16 shots that killed 17-year-old Laquan McDonald, Chicago Police Officer Jason Van Dyke will go on trial starting Wednesday on six counts of first-degree murder, 16 counts of aggravated battery, and one count of official misconduct.
Pennsylvania's Clergy Abuse Scandal Sparks Inquiries In Other States
Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan announced plans to meet with the Chicago Archdiocese after at least seven priests with connections to her state were identified in the Pennsylvania grand jury report.
Lisa Madigan Launches Hotline For Residents To Report Clergy Abuse
Attorney General Lisa Madigan launched a hotline for Illinois residents to report allegations of sexual abuse by clergy members.
Madigan To Question Catholic Church Leaders About Illinois 'Predator Priests' In Pa. Grand Jury Report
"The Catholic Church has a moral obligation to provide its parishioners and the public a complete and accurate accounting of all sexually inappropriate behavior involving priests in Illinois," Madigan's office said in a statement Thursday night.
Political Candidate Says There's A Double Standard On Spending Money
"I'm tired of white people telling me how to spend my own money to help poor people and the needy."
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Chicago Police promise increased CTA patrols, but riders don't see more officers
CBS 2 asked CPD why riders didn't see more officers Sunday. Police said they will be able to clarify that with an additional press conference Monday.
Fallen Chicago police officer Ella French honored in special ceremony 1 year after her death
It's been one year since the officer was shot and killed during a traffic stop.
Chicago Weather Alert: Scattered downpours, possible flooding
Although widespread severe storms are not expected, storms producing gusty winds and torrential downpours will be possible.
6 killed, 40 wounded in weekend shootings across Chicago
At least seven people are dead, and 45 others are wounded after weekend shootings across the city so far.
Multiple cars hit by party bus in Northalsted neighborhood
People on Chicago's North Side were forced to run for safety as an out-of-control party bus sideswiped a string of cars Saturday.
16-year-old boy charged with attempted carjacking in West Lawn
The boy was identified as the offender who attempted to take a vehicle from a man in West Lawn.
Man shot, seriously wounded during altercation at party in North Austin
A man is shot during an altercation in the North Austin neighborhood Sunday morning.
Woman killed after laying in street, struck by vehicle in Longwood Manor
A woman is dead after being struck by a vehicle in the Longwood Manor neighborhood Saturday night.
Man shot, killed while outside in East Garfield Park
The victim was standing on the sidewalk when an unknown male fired shots, police say.
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Chicago Police promise increased CTA patrols, but riders don't see more officers
CBS 2 asked CPD why riders didn't see more officers Sunday. Police said they will be able to clarify that with an additional press conference Monday.
Fallen Chicago police officer Ella French honored in special ceremony 1 year after her death
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Although widespread severe storms are not expected, storms producing gusty winds and torrential downpours will be possible.
6 killed, 40 wounded in weekend shootings across Chicago
At least seven people are dead, and 45 others are wounded after weekend shootings across the city so far.
Multiple cars hit by party bus in Northalsted neighborhood
People on Chicago's North Side were forced to run for safety as an out-of-control party bus sideswiped a string of cars Saturday.
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$33.5 million verdict ordered against Village of Dolton in deadly 2016 crash involving police
Attorneys say it all started with a driver rolling through a stop sign.
New motion in R. Kelly case claims deceptive practices by former lead prosecutor
With the Chicago federal trial for R. Kelly and two of his associates set to begin in less than two weeks, attorneys for one of the defendants – Derrell McDavid – filed a bizarre motion in court Wednesday.
Englewood building residents go for 12 days without water service
That length of time made for a rough situation for people living in the building, and raised questions about why it took so long.
How did a driver end up going the wrong way on I-90, causing crash that killed six?
The Illinois Secretary of State's office said the women, Jennifer Fernandez of Carpentersville, had a valid driver's license and no offenses on her record.
Getting Hosed: North Lawndale landlord's water bill jumps from $200 to $20,000 for one month
Yasser Almanaseer said he has had no luck in getting it fixed.
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The Indiana Legislature on Friday approved the near-total abortion ban with some exceptions, including in cases of rape, incest, and to protect the life and physical health of the mother.
Illinois abortion clinics have been flooded with patients since Roe overturning; new Indiana law could mean even more
More than a month after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, a better idea is emerging of how big the impact has been on Illinois clinics.
Republicans pick Milwaukee to host 2024 national convention
The decision was all-but sealed after opposition in Nashville lead to that city's council on Tuesday rejecting a draft agreement for hosting the event.
Arizona, Missouri, Kansas, Michigan and Washington primary results
Abortion was on the ballot in Kansas, while Trump's influence was put to the test in swing state Arizona.
New men's homeless shelter in Rogers Park has green light, but not everyone likes the idea
"Our community's feelings about this are complex and the concerns are complex," said Ald. Maria Hadden (49th).
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Illinois AG warns of scam using phony websites to target banking customers
The scammers make the websites look real as they trick customers to enter their information to create a bank account.
Are we in a recession? An expert says yes, but there's a sliver of good news about falling prices
The GDP a measure of total spending on goods and services across the economy, fell at an annual rate of 0.9 percent, the Commerce Department said Thursday.
Inflation is at 40-year high, and one expert says cost of living is even worse than numbers say
The Consumer Price Index reports the price of gas skyrocketed nearly 60 percent over the last year – and it's of course far from the only commodity affected.
Flight delays and cancellations are expected to be a disaster this holiday weekend
Buckle up for a weekend of travel chaos – starting Thursday, mass delays and cancellations are expected just to get worse heading into the holiday weekend.
After losing rental income, Chicago man gets stuck with long wait from state assistance program
Rental income was part of a Chicago man's retirement plan, but that hit a snag when his renters lost their jobs during the pandemic.
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Chicago launches public health plan for monkeypox
The United States now counts more infections from the virus than any other country in the world. Since May, cases have grown from zero to 6,617.
U.S. declares monkeypox outbreak a public health emergency
The declaration could help the federal government respond as the number of cases grows and demand for the vaccine far exceeds supply around the country.
Are "Novids" special or just lucky at avoiding COVID-19?
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Northalsted Market Days organizers focus on safety amid monkeypox outbreak
Market Days will be held this Saturday and Sunday along Halsted Street from Addison Street south to Belmont Avenue.
Gov. Pritzker declares monkeypox virus outbreak in Illinois a Public Health Emergency
The proclamation takes effect immediately and will remain in place for 30 days.
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Camp Aramoni brings boutique camping experience to site less than two hours away from Chicago
In the town of Tonica – less than two hours away from Chicago and right next to Starved Rock State Park – a hidden treasure sits on 96 acres of preserved land.
New 'first class' theatre at Wheeling Town Center hopes to draw back in-person crowds
Operators of the new theatre hope enhancing the experience will draw back crowds not since since before the pandemic.
Meet Kyriakos 'Carl' Damianides, proudly at the helm of the Sky-Ride Tap downtown for 50 years
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The GDP a measure of total spending on goods and services across the economy, fell at an annual rate of 0.9 percent, the Commerce Department said Thursday.
More Illinois Black, Latino business owners receive marijuana retail licenses
The state issued 149 retail licenses on Friday, more than doubling the number of pot shops statewide.
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Dunning blanks old team, García 5 RBIs as Texas routs ChiSox
Dane Dunning allowed one hit in seven dominant innings against his former team for his first win since April, and Adolis García drove in five runs as the Texas Rangers shut out the Chicago White Sox 8-0 on Saturday night.
Smyly finally wins at home as Cubs beat Marlins 4-0
Drew Smyly tossed shutout ball into the seventh inning for his first win at Wrigley Field for the Cubs, leading Chicago past the Miami Marlins 4-0 on Saturday.
Dylan Cease pitches 6 strong innings, White Sox beat Rangers
Dylan Cease pitched six strong innings, Eloy Jimenez hit a tiebreaking solo home run and the Chicago White Sox beat the Texas Rangers on Friday night.
Chicago Fire goalkeeper Gabriel Slonina signs with Chelsea
The young phenom goalkeeper will finish out the season in Chicago before heading over to the English Premier League.
Sky beat Washington Mystics, tie franchise record with 24 regular-season wins
The Sky have a two-game lead over second-place Las Vegas with four games to play.
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Elton John stops to see preview of Broadway In Chicago's 'The Devil Wears Prada'
A preview performance of Broadway in Chicago's new show "The Devil Wears Prada" had a very special guest in attendance this week.
Ambulance transports, arrests at Lollapalooza down this year compared with last
The Office of Emergency Management and Communications said 68 people were transported by ambulance from Lollapalooza this year, compared with 102 last year.
Lightfoot announces 10-year deal extension to host Lollapalooza in Chicago
Lightfoot's office said the deal comes with an "estimated future financial impact of nearly $4 billion for the Chicago economy."
Mary Alice, Emmy and Tony winning actress, dead at 85
She won a Tony Award for her starring role in "Fences" on Broadway, and an Emmy Award for her supporting role in the TV series "I'll Fly Away."
Will Smith addresses Chris Rock slap at Oscars in apology video
Smith said he didn't apologize during his Oscar's acceptance speech because he was "fogged out by that point."
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A flood watch is up for DeKalb and McHenry counties, where up to 2 inches of rain has already fallen.
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