Operation New Dawn: 179 charged in massive Chicago-area crackdown
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Federal prosecutors announced Thursday that 179 people have been charged in connection with violent crimes as part of a new initiative aimed at disrupting violence during the spring and summer months.

Former Olympian indicted for felony vandalism at DC Reflecting Pool

Former U.S. Olympic canoeist David Hearn, 67, has been indicted on a felony charge for allegedly tearing up sealant at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool on June 19.

How to identify abuse in youth sports | ChicagoLIVE
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A nonprofit organization called #WeRideTogether helps protect youth athletes from things like abuse and too much pressure. Program and partnerships director Kathryn McClain joins ChicagoLIVE to talk about the initiative.

2 suburban Chicago men charged after police discover cache of guns, drugs

Two Palatine men are facing felony charges after police say a home search turned up drugs, guns, and body armor during a narcotics investigation.

Operation New Dawn: 179 charged in massive Chicago-area anti-violence crackdown

Federal prosecutors announced Thursday that 179 people have been charged in connection with violent crimes as part of a new initiative aimed at disrupting violence during the spring and summer months.

Illinois launches new Department of Early Childhood
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Governor JB Pritzker signed legislation that took effect July 1 creating a new Illinois Department of Early Childhood. Illinois previously had three agencies handling early childhood services, which are now combined into one department.

Amazon shooting: Food delivery driver charged with murder outside Matteson facility

A food delivery driver has been charged with murder in the fatal shooting of 26-year-old Dylan Perkins outside the Amazon fulfillment center in Matteson late Sunday night.

Octavia Redmond murder: Teen sentenced to 5 years in juvenile detention

A teen who pleaded guilty to fatally shooting US Postal Service worker Octavia Redmond when he was 15 years old was sentenced to five years in juvenile detention.

Peace talks continue with Iran as President Trump considered resuming strikes
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Talks aimed at ending the war in Iran continue, even as President Trump considered resuming military strikes. FOX News reporter Doug Luzader joins Chicago's Morning News to discuss the latest developments.

Illinois doctor explains what to know about the 'explosive' diarrhea parasite
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The CDC is reporting an outbreak of cyclosporiasis, a parasitic illness that can cause severe, watery diarrhea. Numerous cases have been identified across 17 states, including Illinois.

Report: FBI Chicago leader to leave after Fourth of July weekend
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Reports say the special agent in charge of the FBI's Chicago field office will leave his position after the Fourth of July weekend.

Newberry Library unveils new exhibit celebrating America's 250th birthday
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A new exhibit at the Newberry Library explores the history of Independence Day. FOX Chicago's Gabriella Premus takes Chicago's Morning News inside for an exclusive look.

Illinois House Speaker calls for Rep. Harry Benton to resign, threatens expulsion

Speaker Chris Welch is calling on Rep. Harry Benton to resign after an ethics investigation found what Welch called "outrageous" and "unethical" conduct. He says if Benton refuses, the Illinois House will begin the process to expel him.

16 children rescued from Ohio home: 'Livestock kept in better conditions'

Authorities serving a search warrant at a dilapidated Ohio home found 16 children living in deplorable conditions, surrounded by human waste and confined to one room for the past several years.