Mayor Johnson signs order for stricter review of Chicago data centers
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Mayor Brandon Johnson signed an executive order Tuesday aimed at increasing oversight of data center development in Chicago while calling for a temporary moratorium on new data centers.

Trump demands Iran pay compensation for USS Cole victims and others killed in combat

President Donald Trump is now demanding Iran pay compensation for the families of those killed in the bombing of the USS Cole and thousands of others who have been killed in combat and in protest against Iran. 

LIVE | Tornado warning issued as severe storms hit Chicagoland
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Chicago is bracing for severe weather today, as storms with up to 80 mph winds slam the region with ping-pong-sized hail and tornadoes possible.

Mayor Johnson signs order for stricter review of Chicago data centers

Mayor Brandon Johnson signed an executive order tightening oversight of data centers in Chicago and called for a temporary moratorium on new developments.

Earth, Wind & Fire drummer makes plea after medical emergency

A friend of Earth, Wind & Fire drummer John Paris and his wife launched an online fundraiser after the 58-year-old musician suffered a medical emergency last week, prompting the cancelation of a San Francisco concert at Chase Center.

Perseid meteor shower returns with some of the best viewing conditions in years
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Adler Planetarium’s Michelle Nichols explains when and where to watch the Perseid meteor shower, what you’ll see and whether you need any special equipment.

Illinois man who killed Tyesha Bell sentenced to prison

More than 23 years after Tyesha Bell disappeared, the man convicted of killing her has been sentenced.

Chicago crime: 9 shot, 3 fatally, woman stabbed to death Monday evening

Nine people were shot, three fatally, and a woman was stabbed to death in separate incidents across Chicago Monday evening, police said.

2 men critically wounded in Near North Side shootout
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Two men were critically wounded in an exchange of gunfire Monday night in the Near North Side neighborhood.

Video: Florida man accused of driving 110 mph claimed he was speeding to catch his cheating girlfriend

A Florida man accused of driving 110 mph in a 60-mph zone was arrested early Aug. 1 under the state's "super speeder" law after telling a deputy he was rushing to catch his cheating girlfriend. 

2 fatally shot while leaving gas station on Chicago's South Side, police say

Three suspects opened fire on two people as they left a gas station Monday evening on Chicago's South Side, killing both victims, authorities said.

Bally's battle, push for criminal charges against ICE agents | The Chicago Report
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The dispute between Bally's and the city of Chicago over video gambling terminals is not over. And, advocates are pushing for criminal charges against immigration agents. All this and more on The Chicago Report.

ICE activity in East Chicago draws concern after two arrests near school on first day

Witnesses say federal immigration agents arrested at least two people Monday morning in East Chicago, with both incidents happening within blocks of each other.