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Former COO of Illinois hospital sentenced for pocketing over $620K in hospital funds

The ex-Chief Operating Officer of an Illinois hospital has been sentenced to eighteen months in federal prison for unlawfully pocketing over $620,000 in hospital funds.

Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard named in latest FBI subpoena, records requested

Pilsen rally calls for work permits for Illinois migrants

Father arrested after allegedly shooting 19-year-old son to death at Will County forest preserve

Unanswered questions surround tragic death of 10-year-old boy in foster care in NW Indiana

Will County man allegedly shot, killed another man in Woodridge: prosecutors

US and World News

Pro-Palestine protests across the county on college campuses continue

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Pro-Palestine protests across the county on college campuses continue

Across the country, college campus rallies in support of Palestine continue -- some peacefully and some demonstrations have grown more contentious.

Encampments on college campuses across US continue

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Encampments on college campuses across US continue

Mount Horeb Middle School active shooter, threat 'neutralized'

NYPD clear Columbia campus protest; police break into occupied Hamilton Hall

UCLA protest: Fights erupt, firecrackers thrown at pro-Palestinian tents

Milwaukee hit-and-run crash kills 4-year-old girl, suspect arrested

Sports

2024 Kentucky Derby: Post time, TV schedule, horses, purse, how to watch

Here’s everything that you should know about the "Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports," the 150th Kentucky Derby.

Twins rally late for 10th straight win, 10-5 over White Sox

Kepler hits sacrifice fly in 9th inning to lift Twins to 6-5 win over White Sox

DJ Stewart hits a 3-run homer to lead the Mets past the Cubs 4-2

How will the rookies adjust? 5 storylines to track during Chicago Sky training camp

Chicago White Sox trade pitcher minor-league pitcher Bailey Horn to Red Sox 2 months after trading for him

Apple has revealed the winner of a contest called the 2024 Swift Student Challenge. Michael Parekh, 22, was named of one of this year's winners. He studies computer science at the University of Illiois Champaign-Urbana.

Girls on the Run hit the pavement with the goal of inspiring young Chicago girls

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Girls on the Run hit the pavement with the goal of inspiring young Chicago girls

The Simon & Garfunkel Story playing at CIBC Theatre

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Americans struggling with lack of sleep, new poll finds

Health

First West Nile virus case detected in Illinois in 2024: Bird in Douglas County tests positive

The first bird to test positive for West Nile virus in Illinois this year has been confirmed in Douglas County.

Chicago woman sentenced in $16M COVID-relief fraud scheme

'Did I cause this?' Examining the reality behind claims of 'virtual autism'

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'Did I cause this?' Examining the reality behind claims of 'virtual autism'

Walmart to close health centers across U.S.

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Walmart to close health centers across U.S.

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Americans struggling with lack of sleep, new poll finds

Politics

On the campaign trail: Biden, Trump push for support of young voters

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On the campaign trail: Biden, Trump push for support of young voters

Former President Donald Trump is back on the campaign trail as his hush money trial is on a break in New York. It comes as both candidates make new pushes for the support of young voters.

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Pilsen rally calls for work permits for Illinois migrants

For now, Democrats protect House Speaker Mike Johnson

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For now, Democrats protect House Speaker Mike Johnson

Chicago police superintendent addresses campus protests ahead of DNC

Across America: US to reclassify marijuana as less dangerous drug

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Across America: US to reclassify marijuana as less dangerous drug

Trump's hush money trial: Judge issues gag order ruling, $9K fine for Trump

Entertainment

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Navy Pier hosts Home of House exhibit

The exhibit is paying homage to the energy, music and dance of the foundation for Chicago House music.

Live Nation offers $25 tickets to several Chicago shows during Concert Week

Dave & Buster’s will soon allow betting on its arcade games

Something new is coming to Dave & Buster’s: Gambling.

Fleurs de Ville floral exhibition returns to Chicago

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Fleurs de Ville floral exhibition returns to Chicago

Goose Island Brewery to open Salt Shed Pub

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Goose Island Brewery to open Salt Shed Pub

Billie Eilish announces 2 United Center shows this fall

Money

Interest rates not changing until inflation cools, Federal Reserve says

The Federal Reserve announced its decision to maintain its key interest rate at a two-decade high of roughly 5.3% amid ongoing concerns about high inflation.

Chicago woman sentenced in $16M COVID-relief fraud scheme

Ways women can jockey for a higher salary in today's market

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Ways women can jockey for a higher salary in today's market

Biden's new student loan forgiveness plan would cost an extra $84 billion: report

As Affordable Connectivity Program dries up, internet will get pricier for millions

These states have the highest student loan debt among millennials

Offbeat & Unusual

Man with world's largest feet receives new, custom shoes

Jeison Rodriguez Hernandez, a 28-year-old Venezuelan man with the world's largest feet, received custom-made shoes from a German specialist maker, Georg Wessels, due to his rare condition called acromegaly.

Riot Fest wants to buy the iconic 'Chicago Rat Hole' after it was removed by construction crews

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