Early voting begins today in Chicago
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People casted their early ballots in downtown Chicago on Thursday ahead of the Illinois primary election next month.

Where to find Paczki in Chicago for Fat Tuesday 2026 | ChicagoNOW
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From traditional Polish pastries to creative twists, bakeries and pop-ups across Chicago and the suburbs are ready for Paczki Day on Feb. 17.

Chicago residents could soon report parking violations through 311 | ChicagoNOW
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City officials are considering a program that would allow neighbors to submit photos or video of commercials vehicles blocking crosswalks, bus lanes, or bike lane through the 311 app. 

Some gift cards sold at Costco are now worthless

Shoppers who bought restaurant gift cards at Costco may be in for a costly surprise.

Illinois among Democratic-led states suing to stop Trump from withholding $600M in health grants

Four Democratic-led states that have become frequent targets of President Donald Trump sued Wednesday to try to block his administration from cutting off hundreds of millions in public health grants.

Lake County Flavor Fest highlights deals at Mickey Finn’s Brewery
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Mickey Finn’s Brewery owner Brian Grano talks about the restaurant’s history, what sets it apart, and the special food and drink deals being offered during Lake County Flavor Fest.

New federal “Trump Accounts” offer $1,000 savings boost for newborns
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Bankrate analyst Stephen Kates breaks down how the new Trump Accounts work, who qualifies for the $1,000 seed money, and how families can use 529 plans to build long-term savings for their children.

James Van Der Beek's co-stars share social media tributes after actor's death

Hollywood actors honored James Van Der Beek following his death sharing tributes and special memories of the "Dawson's Creek" star on social media.

Watchdog group sues Chicago suburb's reparations program over giving money based on race

Judicial Watch, a conservative watchdog group, told Fox News Digital on Tuesday it filed a lawsuit against Evanston, Illinois, to stop the city from paying Black residents reparations.

ICE surge in Minnesota is ending, Border Czar Tom Homan says

The Trump administration will bring an end to the ICE surge in Minnesota after reaching agreements with local authorities, Border Czar Tom Homan announced on Thursday.

SNAP junk-food purchase restrictions taking effect in three more states - see where

More states are implementing restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients and banning them from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food.

New report finds most American Jews feel less safe amid rising antisemitism
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Sarah Van Loon of the American Jewish Committee explains new survey findings showing a growing sense of insecurity among American Jews and discusses what the report means for policy, democracy, and public action.

Metra SWS service resumes day after freight train derailment

Metra’s Southwest Service Line resumed Thursday morning following a freight train derailment that shut down rail traffic near Chicago Ridge for much of the previous day.

Former FBI agent weighs in on search for Nancy Guthrie as investigators pursue new leads
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Former FBI agent Ross Rice weighs in on the latest developments in the search for Nancy Guthrie, analyzing new leads, ransom notes, family strategy, and how surveillance video could help identify a suspect.