Jenn Schanz
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EXCESSIVE HEAT: Feels-like temps in the 100s for the next three days in Chicago.
Tips for staying safe and healthy during this heat wave @nbcchicago.com
Tips for staying safe and healthy during this heat wave @nbcchicago.com
June 21, 2025 at 12:00 PM
EXCESSIVE HEAT: Feels-like temps in the 100s for the next three days in Chicago.
Tips for staying safe and healthy during this heat wave @nbcchicago.com
Tips for staying safe and healthy during this heat wave @nbcchicago.com
#BREAKING: Human remains found inside car belonging to Karen Schepers. Schepers went missing in 1983.
We’re live in Elgin at 10 with the very latest @nbcchicago.com
We’re live in Elgin at 10 with the very latest @nbcchicago.com
March 26, 2025 at 2:50 AM
#BREAKING: Human remains found inside car belonging to Karen Schepers. Schepers went missing in 1983.
We’re live in Elgin at 10 with the very latest @nbcchicago.com
We’re live in Elgin at 10 with the very latest @nbcchicago.com
Helicopter lands at Jackson Park: We’re live this morning with what we know so far about how this emergency landing happened. Thankfully no one was hurt @nbcchicago.com
March 11, 2025 at 10:12 AM
Helicopter lands at Jackson Park: We’re live this morning with what we know so far about how this emergency landing happened. Thankfully no one was hurt @nbcchicago.com
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More than 2,000 runners raced up the 94 flights of stairs in 875 North Michigan Sunday in a massive fundraiser, as @jennschanz.bsky.social reports www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/h...
Hustle Chicago Stair Climb takes fundraising to dizzying heights
The 28th annual Hustle Chicago Stair Climb, hosted by the Respiratory Health Association, took to the skies, so to speak, in the Windy City Sunday.
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February 23, 2025 at 3:47 PM
More than 2,000 runners raced up the 94 flights of stairs in 875 North Michigan Sunday in a massive fundraiser, as @jennschanz.bsky.social reports www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/h...
GOMPERS PARK: Yurt removals. Park district officials and police removed yurts from Gompers Park on Chicago’s northwest side this morning. They say the structures pose a safety risk and fire hazard @nbcchicago.com
February 21, 2025 at 6:28 PM
GOMPERS PARK: Yurt removals. Park district officials and police removed yurts from Gompers Park on Chicago’s northwest side this morning. They say the structures pose a safety risk and fire hazard @nbcchicago.com
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Mount Etna's eruption showcases lava meeting snow.
February 20, 2025 at 6:21 AM
Mount Etna's eruption showcases lava meeting snow.
UPDATE: Village of Skokie officials say Friday's massive water main break appears to be the result of "a fitting cap on a major water transmission main" failing.
They say the failure does not appear to be related to construction work in the area @nbcchicago.com
They say the failure does not appear to be related to construction work in the area @nbcchicago.com
February 16, 2025 at 2:46 PM
UPDATE: Village of Skokie officials say Friday's massive water main break appears to be the result of "a fitting cap on a major water transmission main" failing.
They say the failure does not appear to be related to construction work in the area @nbcchicago.com
They say the failure does not appear to be related to construction work in the area @nbcchicago.com
UPDATE: Skokie Fire Chief says water is returning to residents. But boil order will remain in effect for another day at least to make sure it’s safe to drink @nbcchicago.com
February 15, 2025 at 1:27 PM
UPDATE: Skokie Fire Chief says water is returning to residents. But boil order will remain in effect for another day at least to make sure it’s safe to drink @nbcchicago.com
Skokie water main break still being worked on this morning. I’m told crews found source of problem shortly after midnight. Best case scenario - water will be restored in about 6 hours. Worst case it will be another day according to crews on site @nbcchicago
February 15, 2025 at 12:51 PM
Skokie water main break still being worked on this morning. I’m told crews found source of problem shortly after midnight. Best case scenario - water will be restored in about 6 hours. Worst case it will be another day according to crews on site @nbcchicago
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Breaking News: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. confirmed as head of Health and Human Services www.nbcchicago.com/news/nationa...
Senate votes to confirm Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as health secretary
Kennedy managed to allay the concerns of several key GOP senators over his anti-vaccine activism. Mitch McConnell was the lone Republican to vote against him.
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February 13, 2025 at 4:43 PM
Breaking News: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. confirmed as head of Health and Human Services www.nbcchicago.com/news/nationa...
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What was former Speaker Madigan convicted of and acquitted of in his trial? Here's a breakdown www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/w...
Madigan Trial: What Illinois’ former house speaker was convicted, acquitted of
Jurors delivered a split verdict against former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan. Here's what he was convicted, and acquitted, of.
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February 12, 2025 at 6:32 PM
What was former Speaker Madigan convicted of and acquitted of in his trial? Here's a breakdown www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/w...
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BREAKING: At least 20 injured after a car drives into a crowd of people in Munich, police say.
20 injured as car driven into pedestrians in Munich ahead of conference attended by Vance, Rubio
The incident came the day before a the Munich Security Conference — an annual meeting of global politicians and defense officials — was set to get underway.
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February 13, 2025 at 11:17 AM
BREAKING: At least 20 injured after a car drives into a crowd of people in Munich, police say.
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The rape kit was intended to help survivors bring their assailants to justice. Paradoxically, it’s become a symbol of systemic indifference.
The Frustrated Promise of the Rape Kit
Standardized forensic exams are a useful tool for sexual-violence investigations—or they would be if police departments consistently tested their findings.
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February 6, 2025 at 11:07 PM
The rape kit was intended to help survivors bring their assailants to justice. Paradoxically, it’s become a symbol of systemic indifference.
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BREAKING: President Trump signs tariffs on exports from China, Canada and Mexico, the White House says, stoking fears of a trade war.
The new levies on America’s top trade partners could drive prices higher for cars, electronics, lumber and more, threatening to crimp the economy. nbcnews.to/4hG1zys
The new levies on America’s top trade partners could drive prices higher for cars, electronics, lumber and more, threatening to crimp the economy. nbcnews.to/4hG1zys
February 1, 2025 at 10:24 PM
BREAKING: President Trump signs tariffs on exports from China, Canada and Mexico, the White House says, stoking fears of a trade war.
The new levies on America’s top trade partners could drive prices higher for cars, electronics, lumber and more, threatening to crimp the economy. nbcnews.to/4hG1zys
The new levies on America’s top trade partners could drive prices higher for cars, electronics, lumber and more, threatening to crimp the economy. nbcnews.to/4hG1zys
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Pentagon removes major media outlets, including NBC News, from dedicated workstations in new ‘rotation program.’
Pentagon removes major media outlets, including NBC News, from dedicated workstations as part of a new 'rotation program'
NBC News, The New York Times, NPR and Politico must vacate their office spaces in two weeks for other news organizations — including at least one that did not request to be added.
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February 1, 2025 at 6:09 AM
Pentagon removes major media outlets, including NBC News, from dedicated workstations in new ‘rotation program.’
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Breaking News: The Palisades and Eaton fires in Los Angeles County, two of the deadliest fires in California history, have reached 100% containment.
Palisades and Eaton Fires Are Fully Contained
The Palisades and Eaton fires, two of the deadliest and most destructive wildfires in California history, reached 100 percent containment more than three weeks after they began.
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February 1, 2025 at 6:20 AM
Breaking News: The Palisades and Eaton fires in Los Angeles County, two of the deadliest fires in California history, have reached 100% containment.
@nbcnews.com has learned both acting Deputy AG Emil Bove and acting ICE Dir. Tom Homan are on the ground in Chicago this morning observing immigration enforcement operations.
What we know about the actions on @nbcchicago.com at 10.
What we know about the actions on @nbcchicago.com at 10.
January 26, 2025 at 3:43 PM
@nbcnews.com has learned both acting Deputy AG Emil Bove and acting ICE Dir. Tom Homan are on the ground in Chicago this morning observing immigration enforcement operations.
What we know about the actions on @nbcchicago.com at 10.
What we know about the actions on @nbcchicago.com at 10.
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BREAKING: Three Israeli hostages have been transferred into Red Cross custody, according to an NBC News crew in Gaza. nbcnews.to/4h1U9pb
Israel-Hamas live updates: Three Israeli hostages handed to Red Cross in Gaza
Ceasefire in Gaza that was expected to begin today hit delays, possibly stalling the hostage release; the Israeli military continued attacks
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January 19, 2025 at 3:24 PM
BREAKING: Three Israeli hostages have been transferred into Red Cross custody, according to an NBC News crew in Gaza. nbcnews.to/4h1U9pb
All three women were seen walking, NBC reports. Their conditions are unclear as they head to Tel Aviv to be evaluated @nbcchicago.com
BREAKING: Three Israeli hostages have been transferred into Red Cross custody, according to an NBC News crew in Gaza. nbcnews.to/4h1U9pb
Israel-Hamas live updates: Three Israeli hostages handed to Red Cross in Gaza
Ceasefire in Gaza that was expected to begin today hit delays, possibly stalling the hostage release; the Israeli military continued attacks
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January 19, 2025 at 3:32 PM
All three women were seen walking, NBC reports. Their conditions are unclear as they head to Tel Aviv to be evaluated @nbcchicago.com
@nbcnews.com reporting UN aid trucks have started crossing into Gaza. News crews also report seeing Palestinian families return to Rafah, mostly on foot.
We are still awaiting release of 3 female hostages held by Hamas @nbcchicago.com
We are still awaiting release of 3 female hostages held by Hamas @nbcchicago.com
January 19, 2025 at 3:02 PM
@nbcnews.com reporting UN aid trucks have started crossing into Gaza. News crews also report seeing Palestinian families return to Rafah, mostly on foot.
We are still awaiting release of 3 female hostages held by Hamas @nbcchicago.com
We are still awaiting release of 3 female hostages held by Hamas @nbcchicago.com
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happy for the 100m tiktok users who are about to learn how VPNs work
January 19, 2025 at 1:36 PM
happy for the 100m tiktok users who are about to learn how VPNs work
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A cold weather advisory will go into effect Sunday, with dangerous wind chills and frigid conditions expected to last for days www.nbcchicago.com/weather/chic...
Cold weather advisory issued as Chicago area braces for frigid temperatures
The entire Chicago area will be under a cold weather advisory beginning at 6 p.m. Sunday and running through noon Monday, according to the National Weather Service.
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January 19, 2025 at 2:28 PM
A cold weather advisory will go into effect Sunday, with dangerous wind chills and frigid conditions expected to last for days www.nbcchicago.com/weather/chic...
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Jenn will have more details throughout the morning on NBC Chicago, and you can catch our 24/7 news stream here www.nbcchicago.com/watch/
January 19, 2025 at 2:16 PM
Jenn will have more details throughout the morning on NBC Chicago, and you can catch our 24/7 news stream here www.nbcchicago.com/watch/
Phase I of ceasefire deal between Hamas and Israel is in effect as of 11:15 local time, per @nbcnews.com.
3 female hostages are expected to be freed today.
We'll have the very latest, including delays and airstrikes overnight, on @nbcchicago.com at 5am.
3 female hostages are expected to be freed today.
We'll have the very latest, including delays and airstrikes overnight, on @nbcchicago.com at 5am.
LIVE UPDATES: Israel and Hamas reach a ceasefire and hostage release deal, officials tell NBC News.
Israel-Hamas war live updates: Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal reached after over a year of war
Latest news and live updates as a Gaza ceasefire deal is reached after more than a year of war between Israel and Hamas.
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January 19, 2025 at 9:36 AM
Phase I of ceasefire deal between Hamas and Israel is in effect as of 11:15 local time, per @nbcnews.com.
3 female hostages are expected to be freed today.
We'll have the very latest, including delays and airstrikes overnight, on @nbcchicago.com at 5am.
3 female hostages are expected to be freed today.
We'll have the very latest, including delays and airstrikes overnight, on @nbcchicago.com at 5am.
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JUST IN: TikTok says the app will go dark on Sunday unless the company is given more clarity from the Biden administration and Department of Justice regarding the ban that is scheduled to go into effect.
TikTok says it will go dark on Sunday
The announcement comes as both the Biden administration and President-elect Donald Trump have said they're looking for ways to let TikTok continue to operate.
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January 18, 2025 at 1:43 AM
JUST IN: TikTok says the app will go dark on Sunday unless the company is given more clarity from the Biden administration and Department of Justice regarding the ban that is scheduled to go into effect.