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BREAKING UPDATE: A man is in custody after he allegedly fatally shot his mother and her boyfriend inside a Richton Park apartment Saturday evening.
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December 31, 2025 at 3:21 AM
BREAKING UPDATE: A man is in custody after he allegedly fatally shot his mother and her boyfriend inside a Richton Park apartment Saturday evening.
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From family-friendly events to packed reservations and fireworks, Chicago restaurants and businesses are gearing up for New Year’s Eve. Here’s what you need to know if you have plans downtown.
What to know before heading downtown Chicago for New Year’s Eve celebrations
If you’re planning to ring in 2026 downtown, expect packed crowds and a heavy police presence as Chicago rolls out its biggest New Year’s Eve celebration in decades.
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December 31, 2025 at 2:17 AM
From family-friendly events to packed reservations and fireworks, Chicago restaurants and businesses are gearing up for New Year’s Eve. Here’s what you need to know if you have plans downtown.
'He will be very much missed': Roger Paulhus, a dedicated volunteer for the Salvation Army's Red Kettle Campaign in Elmhurst, passed away on the day before Christmas Eve. For 20 years, he had never missed a day of volunteering.
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December 31, 2025 at 1:13 AM
'He will be very much missed': Roger Paulhus, a dedicated volunteer for the Salvation Army's Red Kettle Campaign in Elmhurst, passed away on the day before Christmas Eve. For 20 years, he had never missed a day of volunteering.
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A showdown could be brewing at City Hall over council committee chairmanships as an alderman is already trying to force the mayor to name him chair of the Zoning Committee, one of the city's most influential posts.
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December 31, 2025 at 12:42 AM
A showdown could be brewing at City Hall over council committee chairmanships as an alderman is already trying to force the mayor to name him chair of the Zoning Committee, one of the city's most influential posts.
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Police in Richton Park are investigating after two people were shot and killed inside an apartment Saturday evening.
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December 30, 2025 at 11:30 PM
Police in Richton Park are investigating after two people were shot and killed inside an apartment Saturday evening.
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HAPPENING NOW: Metra Milwaukee District West Line trains have paused operations after a body was found near train tracks in Chicago's Humboldt Park neighborhood Tuesday afternoon.
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December 30, 2025 at 10:26 PM
HAPPENING NOW: Metra Milwaukee District West Line trains have paused operations after a body was found near train tracks in Chicago's Humboldt Park neighborhood Tuesday afternoon.
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Chicago police are hoping to identify two men and a vehicle connected to Sunday's shooting near St. Sabina Church that left three men injured. CPD did not specify the men’s alleged roles.
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December 30, 2025 at 9:34 PM
Chicago police are hoping to identify two men and a vehicle connected to Sunday's shooting near St. Sabina Church that left three men injured. CPD did not specify the men’s alleged roles.
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In 2025, Chicago experienced conflict and chaos, marked by the completion of the Kennedy Expy rehab, the fall of political regimes, deaths of public servants and sports legends, the election of the first American pope, and a war on federal immigration.
Chicago’s 2025: A year of conflict and change
In 2025, Chicago experienced a year of conflict and chaos, marked by the completion of the Kennedy Expressway rehab, the fall of political regimes, the deaths of public servants and sports legends,…
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December 30, 2025 at 4:34 AM
In 2025, Chicago experienced conflict and chaos, marked by the completion of the Kennedy Expy rehab, the fall of political regimes, deaths of public servants and sports legends, the election of the first American pope, and a war on federal immigration.
Chicago police are asking for the public's help after three laundromats in Humboldt Park and Logan Square were hit in separate break-ins over the past week, with the suspects stealing cash registers, change machines, and a fire extinguisher.
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December 30, 2025 at 2:18 AM
Chicago police are asking for the public's help after three laundromats in Humboldt Park and Logan Square were hit in separate break-ins over the past week, with the suspects stealing cash registers, change machines, and a fire extinguisher.
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If you’re planning to ring in 2026 downtown, expect packed crowds and a heavy police presence as Chicago rolls out its biggest New Year’s Eve celebration in decades. Officials say they have a strong focus on youth safety this year.
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December 30, 2025 at 12:16 AM
If you’re planning to ring in 2026 downtown, expect packed crowds and a heavy police presence as Chicago rolls out its biggest New Year’s Eve celebration in decades. Officials say they have a strong focus on youth safety this year.
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'Our hearts are broken': The owners of ReStyle Designers in Barrington say they are devastated after a group of suspects broke into the business and nearly cleaned out the store within a minute.
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December 29, 2025 at 4:17 AM
'Our hearts are broken': The owners of ReStyle Designers in Barrington say they are devastated after a group of suspects broke into the business and nearly cleaned out the store within a minute.
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'People are not going to feel unsafe at St. Sabina. Not on my watch': Rev. Michael Pfleger is speaking out after three men were shot near St. Sabina Church in Auburn Gresham this afternoon.
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December 29, 2025 at 3:30 AM
'People are not going to feel unsafe at St. Sabina. Not on my watch': Rev. Michael Pfleger is speaking out after three men were shot near St. Sabina Church in Auburn Gresham this afternoon.
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At Reset Vibes in northwest suburban Arlington Heights, people are using puppies to ease into their new healthy routines. Yes, downward-facing dog takes on a different meaning when it’s at puppy yoga.
Weekend Break: Puppy yoga at Reset Vibes offers a cuddly way to get healthy, relieve stress
At Reset Vibes in northwest suburban Arlington Heights, people are using puppies to ease into their new healthy routines. Yes, downward-facing dog takes on a different meaning when it’s at puppy yo…
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December 29, 2025 at 2:18 AM
At Reset Vibes in northwest suburban Arlington Heights, people are using puppies to ease into their new healthy routines. Yes, downward-facing dog takes on a different meaning when it’s at puppy yoga.
Despite the dreary weather, over 150 people came out to the Bolingbrook Golf Club Sports Complex in the southwest suburbs to roll up their sleeves and donate blood, hoping to save some lives.
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December 29, 2025 at 1:43 AM
Despite the dreary weather, over 150 people came out to the Bolingbrook Golf Club Sports Complex in the southwest suburbs to roll up their sleeves and donate blood, hoping to save some lives.
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Police are still working to determine a motive in an overnight shooting that left one man dead and three others critically wounded in River North.
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December 29, 2025 at 12:36 AM
Police are still working to determine a motive in an overnight shooting that left one man dead and three others critically wounded in River North.
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Charlie Engle is no stranger to failure or success; he has experienced both in his journey to overcome addiction. Now, he speaks openly and candidly to others on the journey about losing everything and choosing to keep going anyway.
Charlie Engle discusses his journey to overcome addiction
Charlie Engle is no stranger to failure or success; he has experienced both in his journey to overcome addiction. Now, he speaks openly and candidly to others on the journey about losing everything…
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December 28, 2025 at 4:40 AM
Charlie Engle is no stranger to failure or success; he has experienced both in his journey to overcome addiction. Now, he speaks openly and candidly to others on the journey about losing everything and choosing to keep going anyway.
Over 120 girls from Chicago and Milwaukee took part in a free flag football camp offered by Concrete Rose 773, with the aim of developing their skills and potentially earning college scholarships.
Young athletes showcase skills at free girls flag football camp on Chicago’s South Side
Over 120 girls from Chicago and Milwaukee took part in a free flag football camp offered by Concrete Rose 773, with the aim of developing their skills and potentially earning college scholarships.
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December 28, 2025 at 4:15 AM
Over 120 girls from Chicago and Milwaukee took part in a free flag football camp offered by Concrete Rose 773, with the aim of developing their skills and potentially earning college scholarships.
If you’re looking for something fun to do this weekend, head to the Historic Pullman Foundation’s Exhibit Hall for a one-of-a-kind model train experience.
All aboard for family fun at Pullman’s historic model train show
The Historic Pullman Foundation is hosting a one-of-a-kind model train experience for the whole family to enjoy, featuring a Polar Express exhibit inspired by the Pullman neighborhood, with interac…
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December 28, 2025 at 12:30 AM
If you’re looking for something fun to do this weekend, head to the Historic Pullman Foundation’s Exhibit Hall for a one-of-a-kind model train experience.
Hundreds gathered today to honor the life and legacy of Park Forest police detective Tim Jones, who died nearly a decade after being paralyzed in a line of duty shooting.
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December 27, 2025 at 11:55 PM
Hundreds gathered today to honor the life and legacy of Park Forest police detective Tim Jones, who died nearly a decade after being paralyzed in a line of duty shooting.
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Today marked 10 years since Quintonio LeGrier, a 19-year-old experiencing a mental health crisis, was fatally shot by Chicago police officer Robert Rialmo. His mother is holding a balloon release in his honor.
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December 27, 2025 at 12:21 AM
Today marked 10 years since Quintonio LeGrier, a 19-year-old experiencing a mental health crisis, was fatally shot by Chicago police officer Robert Rialmo. His mother is holding a balloon release in his honor.
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Millions of travelers are pouring through Chicago this holiday season, with airports and highways packed as the year comes to a close.
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December 26, 2025 at 11:33 PM
Millions of travelers are pouring through Chicago this holiday season, with airports and highways packed as the year comes to a close.
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A family attacked by a group of kids while walking home from school on Chicago’s Far South Side last month received special Christmas gifts from rapper Lil Zay Osama and local organization Roseland Ceasefire.
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December 24, 2025 at 4:02 AM
A family attacked by a group of kids while walking home from school on Chicago’s Far South Side last month received special Christmas gifts from rapper Lil Zay Osama and local organization Roseland Ceasefire.
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The CDC issued a warning after dozens of people across the country, including one in Illinois, became sick in a Salmonella outbreak linked to raw oysters.
CDC: Raw oysters linked to Salmonella outbreak in 22 states including Illinois
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued a warning after dozens of people across the country, including one in Illinois, became sick in a Salmonella outbreak linked to raw oyster…
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December 24, 2025 at 3:30 AM
The CDC issued a warning after dozens of people across the country, including one in Illinois, became sick in a Salmonella outbreak linked to raw oysters.
A Secret Santa delivered presents to seven-year-old Carlos Smith, who lost his mother to gun violence earlier this fall. The company also presented a $3,500 check to Smith's grandmother, who is now raising him following his mother's death.
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December 24, 2025 at 2:36 AM
A Secret Santa delivered presents to seven-year-old Carlos Smith, who lost his mother to gun violence earlier this fall. The company also presented a $3,500 check to Smith's grandmother, who is now raising him following his mother's death.
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A Batavia man has been charged with murder after a woman was found dead inside an apartment early Tuesday morning, following a call in which the man told dispatchers he killed his wife.
Early morning Batavia homicide leaves woman dead, man in custody
A Batavia man has been charged with murder after a woman was found dead inside an apartment early Tuesday morning, following a call in which the man told dispatchers he killed his wife.
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December 24, 2025 at 1:14 AM
A Batavia man has been charged with murder after a woman was found dead inside an apartment early Tuesday morning, following a call in which the man told dispatchers he killed his wife.