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Chicago suburb warns of AI voice cloning scams that impersonate loved ones

A Chicago-area police department is warning residents about a new scam using artificial intelligence to clone voices and impersonate loved ones.

Aurora braces for 2nd student walkout days after confrontations between police, teens

Chicago man charged months after West Side shooting

Chicago police officers crash into CTA bus in Ukrainian Village

CTA rider stabbed in face while riding train on South Side

Chicago weather: Temps heat up for Valentine's Day and into next week

US and World News

Thousands of smoke detectors sold on Amazon recalled, CPSC says

Thousands of smoke detectors were recalled over failure to warn during a fire.

He's 101 and she's 90 — how this Walnut Creek couple found love in their golden years

He's 101 and she's 90 — how this California couple found love in their golden years

Nancy Guthrie disappearance: Day 13 latest updates

Nancy Guthrie disappearance: Day 12 latest updates

Search for Nancy Guthrie continues, nears two-week mark

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Search for Nancy Guthrie continues, nears two-week mark

Ohio man found dead inside trash compactor at pharmacy after wife tracks his location

Relationship expert Love McPherson breaks down how posting about your partner around Valentine’s Day can shape expectations, create pressure, and change how people measure love in the age of social media

Valentine’s Day ideas at Navy Pier: Dining, drinks and a sauna twist

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Elmhurst Art Museum takes original artwork on the road to reach seniors

Health

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February is Heart Health Month: Experts urge action to prevent heart disease

Dr. Mihaela Stacu of Sinai Chicago discusses the risks of heart disease in Illinois, the impact of nutrition and outreach, and steps residents can take to protect their heart health.

Thousands of smoke detectors sold on Amazon recalled, CPSC says

Cake mix recall upgraded to high danger level over undeclared allergen

New study examines social media’s impact on children’s mental health | ChicagoNOW

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New study examines social media’s impact on children’s mental health | ChicagoNOW

Stellantis issues 'do not drive' warning for 225,000 cars with unrepaired Takata air bags

CDC issues urgent travel alert as virus outbreak hits exclusive sunny islands destination

Politics

Mayor Brandon Johnson faces budget scrutiny as council launches accountability coalition

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Mayor Brandon Johnson faces budget scrutiny as council launches accountability coalition

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson promoted the city’s economic outlook while aldermen, including Gil Villegas, announced a new coalition to monitor budget spending, city debt and public safety concerns.

Protecting voters rights in Illinois | The Chicago Report

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Protecting voters rights in Illinois | The Chicago Report

The data center debate | The Chicago Report

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The data center debate | The Chicago Report

Protecting voter rights in Illinois | The Chicago Report

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Protecting voter rights in Illinois | The Chicago Report

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Video gambling authorized in Chicago bars | The Chicago Report

Minneapolis ICE crackdown ends | The Chicago Report

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Minneapolis ICE crackdown ends | The Chicago Report

Entertainment

Upcoming 2026 book-to-movie adaptations | ChicagoNOW

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Upcoming 2026 book-to-movie adaptations | ChicagoNOW

Lindsay Powers, Amazon Senior Editor, previews a slate of popular novels hitting theaters and streaming in 2026.

New FX show revisits love story of JFK Jr. and Carolyn Bessette | ChicagoNOW

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New FX show revisits love story of JFK Jr. and Carolyn Bessette | ChicagoNOW

Noah Kahan to bring stadium tour to Wrigley Field this summer

James Van Der Beek's co-stars share social media tributes after actor's death

James Van Der Beek dies following battle with colon cancer | ChicagoLIVE

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James Van Der Beek dies following battle with colon cancer | ChicagoLIVE

Celebrity deaths of 2026: The entertainers and artists we lost this year

Money

Garfield Ridge coffee shop rallies community support after ICE backlash

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Garfield Ridge coffee shop rallies community support after ICE backlash

A Cup of Joe Coffeehouse in Garfield Ridge is receiving an outpouring of support after owners say they were harassed over a social media post critical of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement,

Francesca's files for bankruptcy, launches closing sales at all locations

New federal “Trump Accounts” offer $1,000 savings boost for newborns

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New federal “Trump Accounts” offer $1,000 savings boost for newborns

Ring founder addresses FBI recovery of doorbell footage in Nancy Guthrie disappearance case

Average U.S. worker has less than $1,000 saved for retirement, study finds | ChicagoLIVE

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Average U.S. worker has less than $1,000 saved for retirement, study finds | ChicagoLIVE

What happens if you can’t afford to pay your taxes in 2026? IRS options explained

Offbeat & Unusual

Human composting service expands to Illinois residents | ChicagoLIVE

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Human composting service expands to Illinois residents | ChicagoLIVE

Tom Harries, CEO of Earth Funeral, says the company’s human composting service is designed to provide an eco-friendly final arrangement now available to families across Illinois.