Vance speaks on Iran war as ceasefire on shaky ground
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Will upcoming peace talks about the war in Iran be successful? Vice President JD Vance recently spoke about the situation.

Armed man shot, killed by Bradley police officers

Illinois State Police are investigating an officer-involved shooting that left a man dead Wednesday afternoon in Bradley.

Chicago weighs curfews, fines and social media rules to curb teen takeovers
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City leaders outline proposed crackdowns — from snap curfews to stricter penalties — while legal questions emerge over regulating social media’s role in organizing gatherings.

Six Flags Great America to celebrate 50th anniversary season

Six Flags Great America is gearing up for the 2026 season to open on April 25 – and the theme park will be celebrating “50 years of thrills, family fun and unforgettable memories."

White Sox to offer pope-themed hats for select fans | ChicagoNOW
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Fans attending the Aug. 11 game against the Reds can receive a papal-inspired hat honoring one of the team’s most famous supporters. 

Man charged after $100K heist in Chicago suburb, police search for others

A Chicago man has been charged after an early morning cargo theft and aggravated robbery early Thursday at the CDW complex in Vernon Hills.

Stocks slip, oil prices nudge back up with Middle East truce in doubt

The ongoing conflict with Iran continues to pressure global markets. Despite the announcement of a ceasefire deal between the U.S. and Iran, stock indices dipped during early trading while crude oil prices began an upward climb.

Chicago named home of the Candy Hall of Fame
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Chicago has been selected for the permanent home of the Candy Hall of Fame Experience.

Rainbow PUSH names new leader after Rev. Jesse Jackson’s death

The Rainbow PUSH Coalition announced a leadership transition following the death of its founder, the Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr., naming his son Yusef D. Jackson as president and CEO.

HIV infections rise sharply in Chicago, experts point to troubling trends
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Dr. Aniruddha Hazra from UChicago Medicine explains the spike in HIV cases, who is most affected, and how testing, treatment and funding cuts could shape the response.

Chicago leaders weigh crackdown on teen takeovers, social media role in focus
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Adam Sheppard from Sheppard Law Firm, P.C. breaks down proposed penalties for social media platforms and what laws may apply as city officials look for ways to curb disruptive teen gatherings.