Former Pistons player Malik Beasley indicted in federal gambling scheme

Former Pistons player Malik Beasley has been indicted in the latest round of charges in the government’s gambling investigation.

Eyes to the skies, the Strawberry Moon peaks tonight!
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Monday night marks the first full moon of the summer over the Chicago-area. Hunter Miller, public observing educator at the Adler Planetarium, explains why it's called the "Strawberry Moon."

Chicago budget task force proposes new taxes, fees
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Chicago is facing a $1.15 billion budget deficit, and Mayor Brandon Johnson's new task force has proposed a plan to address it. Task force members join Good Day Chicago to discuss the group's goals and explain how the proposed taxes and fees are intended to help close the gap.

Strait of Hormuz reopens, but relief at the pump may take time
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The Strait of Hormuz has reopened, but Chicago gas prices are still above the national average. GasBuddy's Head of Petroleum Analysis, Patrick De Haan, joins Good Day Chicago to explain why.

2 ejected, killed in crash on Chicago's South Side
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Two people were killed and four others were injured in a crash with a fire hydrant late Sunday night on Chicago's South Side.

Worker shot, killed outside suburban Chicago Amazon fulfillment center
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A man working at the Amazon fulfillment center in Matteson was shot and killed by a food delivery driver in the parking lot Sunday night, police said.

How to stay cool amid Chicago heat wave

Dangerous heat is here. Chicago is reminding everyone to stay hydrated and cool. Here's where you can find a free cooling center.

How to stay cool as dangerous heat settles over Chicago
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Dangerous heat is settling over the Chicago area this week, prompting city officials to urge residents to take precautions.

Chicago crime overnight: 1 dead, 7 hurt in separate shootings, stabbing

A man was killed near a South Side CTA train yard as six others were shot and another man was stabbed in separate overnight incidents across Chicago. Here's what we know.

U.S. and Iran trading airstrikes, despite talks to stop the violence
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 Now to the latest on the war with Iran.  The U.S. and Iran continue to trade airstrikes in the Middle East.  This, despite a memorandum of understanding to halt all violence.    Trey Yingst has more from Tel Aviv.

Chicago Bears take next step toward Hammond stadium

The Chicago Bears have taken another step toward potentially building a new stadium in Hammond, Indiana, by conducting soil testing near the proposed Wolf Lake site.

2026 Chicago Pride Parade kicks off
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 The Chicago Pride Parade stepped off this morning for the 55th year.   It started at grace and Broadway and continued through the Northalsted neighborhood and into Lincoln Park.  Mayor Brandon Johnson and Governor JB Pritzker were there.

Ground testing in Hammond, Ind. for potential Bears stadium
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      The Chicago Bears are moving forward with a plan to build their new stadium in Hammond. Heavy equipment was spotted there.      Joanie Lum is here with more. 

Chicago weather: Dangerous heat wave settles in this week

A prolonged stretch of dangerous heat and humidity will grip the Chicago area this week, with heat index values topping 100 degrees, warm overnight temperatures, possible air quality concerns and only limited chances for rain until late in the week.