Ex-Cook County commissioner faces extortion, tax charges
Federal prosecutors have charged a former Cook County commissioner with conspiracy to commit extortion and filing a false income tax return.
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Coronavirus
View MoreSome students trying to text ACT, SAT tests are being assigned to test sites in other states
High school seniors in Illinois and elsewhere are struggling to register for SAT and ACT tests. Some who get registered are being assigned to test sites in other states.
Local News
View MoreBurglars getting climbing through windows in West Town
WARNING: Keep those first-floor windows closed! Chicago police say burglars are sneaking into windows and stealing computers, gaming systems, Airpods, medicine and alcohol.
US and World News
View MoreTwo hurricanes likely to hit Louisiana next week
The U.S. Hurricane Center says that Tropical Storms Laura and Marco will be at or close to hurricane strength when they hit Louisiana next week. Two hurricanes have never appeared in the Gulf of Mexico at the same time.
Health
View MoreTeachers turn COVID-19 desk shields into Jeeps: 'Playful, not imprisoned'
"They are really kind of utilizing the concept of a vehicle for safety rules," the teacher said. "No one else can be inside your car, keep hands inside the vehicle, keep your mask on when you get out of your car. It's a way to make them feel playful rather than imprisoned."
Politics
View MoreHouse passes bill to reverse changes blamed for mail delays
The House has approved legislation that would reverse recent changes in U.S. Postal Service operations.
Sports
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Chicago Sky never trails in 87-76 win over Indiana Fever
The Chicago Sky beat the Indiana Fever Saturday with Kahleah Copper's career-high 24 points and 23 points from Courtney Vandersloot.
Good Day Chicago
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Entertainment
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Red Hot Chili Peppers guitarist Jack Sherman dead at 64
Jack Sherman, a guitarist for the Red Hot Chili Peppers during their debut in the 1980s, has died at the age of 64.
Money
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Should I buy or sell a house during the coronavirus pandemic?
Buying or selling a house during the COVID-19 pandemic can add new wrinkles to your financial plan.
Unusual
View More3 men rescued from Pacific island after writing SOS in sand
Three men have been rescued from a tiny Pacific island after writing a giant SOS in the sand that was spotted from above.
