Lansing homeowner faces costly damage after ComEd shuts off generator
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A homeowner in Lansing had their power go out and were using a generator. They were out of the house when ComEd came by to shut the generator off. Now, they're dealing with an expensive mess.

Man in creepy mask identified by Philadelphia police after threats near City Hall

Police have identified a suspect accused of assaulting and harassing multiple people near Philadelphia’s City Hall last week, including asking at least one woman if she was "ready to die."

Joe Freshgoods talks fashion, coffee and his new West Town space | Extended interview
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West Side native and streetwear icon Joe Freshgoods sits down with FOX Chicago’s Tia Ewing to discuss his Chicago roots, influential career and new space bringing fashion, coffee, art, books and community together. Watch the extended interview.

New power outages strike northwest Indiana
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More power outages were reported Thursday in Schererville after power lines came down. Tens of thousands of people don't have power.

Ford City Mall could become warehouse and logistics hub
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The Ford City Mall may turn into a warehouse and logistics hub. The city's Planning Commission approved re-zoning the area to allow industrial development.

4 Chicago firefighters hurt battling fire in Back of the Yards

Four Chicago firefighters were injured, three of them critically, while battling a blaze at a vacant building in the Back of the Yards neighborhood.

US national debt surpasses record $40 trillion
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The national debt for the United States has now surpassed $40 trillion for the first time in history. 

US national debt surpasses record $40 trillion

The national debt for the United States has now surpassed $40 trillion for the first time in history. 

CTA Red Line attack: Police seek man accused of punching, whipping riders

Chicago police are asking for the public's help in identifying a man who punched and whipped CTA Red Line riders earlier this month on the North Side.

Houston rapper Trae tha Truth brings food, supplies and hope to storm-hit Indiana
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Houston rapper and humanitarian Trae tha Truth teamed up with Operation BBQ Relief to bring thousands of hot meals, supplies and hands-on help to Northwest Indiana residents still recovering from devastating storms and prolonged power outages.

Remains from 1971 downstate Illinois train crash identified as Chicago mother, daughter

A 55-year mystery surrounding a deadly downstate Illinois train crash has been solved. DNA testing identified the remains as a Chicago mother and her 3-year-old daughter.

Chicago mother wins $400K on scratch-off lottery ticket

A Chicago mother of three won a $400,000 prize with a $5 scratch-off lottery ticket purchased in the Gage Park neighborhood.

Austin Hope Center opens on Chicago’s West Side
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The new Austin Hope Center is opening in Chicago’s Austin neighborhood, bringing pediatric care, behavioral health services and other community resources to local families.

Judge removed from Karmelo Anthony case after murder conviction
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Karmelo Anthony’s legal team is challenging his murder conviction in the death of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf, arguing that his original trial violated his constitutional rights.