Hegseth says US submarine sank Iranian warship in international waters

The U.S. and Israel struck Tehran and other Iranian cities in airstrikes on the fifth day of the war with Iran. Here's what you need to know.

Chicagoan to offer free acting classes on Chicago’s South and West Sides | ChicagoNOW
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Chicago actress Ta’Rhonda Jones is offering free acting classes for young people on the South and West sides. Student Zariya Muhammad shares how the program helped her build confidence and book a new acting role. 

Pop-up grammar advice stand inspires new docu-comedy | ChicagoNOW
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In Rebel with a Clause, Ellen Jovin travels the country with her Grammar Table, sparking lively conversations about language, punctuation and connection. Director Brandt Johnson explains how the film blends humor and heart while examining America’s relationship with grammar. 

Local family carries on ‘Musick’ legacy with charity pop- up | ChicagoNOW
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After the death of designer Meg Musick-Makely, her family is continuing her Chicago-based accessories line, Music Designs with a special pop-up event in Highland Park. 

Batavia Public Library hosts 12th annual prom dress giveaway | ChicagoNOW
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The Batavia Public Library prepares for its annual prom dress giveaway, offering hundreds of donated gowns and accessories to local students at no cost. 

Texas US Senate race: Talarico wins, Cornyn and Paxton head to runoff
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The race for the U.S. Senate in Texas was heating up with State Rep. James Talarico winning the Democratic nomination and incumbent Sen. John Cornyn headed to a runoff with controversial Attorney General Ken Paxton in the GOP primary race. 

FAA weighs flight reductions at O’Hare as airlines clash over gates
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DePaul professor and aviation expert Joe Schwieterman explains how the FAA stepping in at O’Hare Airport amid a dispute between United Airlines and American Airlines could affect travelers, cancellations, and refunds this summer.

US, Israel escalate strikes on Iran as Pentagon warns conflict is 'just getting started'
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As tensions surge between the United States, Israel and Iran, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth says American military assets are increasing in the region, while lawmakers on Capitol Hill debate President Donald Trump’s authority to continue the strikes.

Florida man records truck flying above cars during wild crash in Melbourne

A high-speed collision in Melbourne on Saturday resulted in a vehicle being launched into the air after a driver failed to brake for stopped traffic.

Watch: US Navy submarine sinks Iranian warship, a first since World War II

A U.S. Navy submarine sank an Iranian warship in international waters, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Wednesday, the first such sinking of an enemy ship since World War II.

Home values are rising again — Here’s where the market is rebounding

U.S. home values rose in February for the first time in seven months, and existing home sales increased from a year earlier, according to Zillow.

Chicago Votes pushes youth turnout after near-record low participation
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After only 68% of registered voters cast ballots in the 2024 presidential election, Chicago Votes is working with students and Chicago Public Schools to boost youth participation ahead of the March 17 primary.

Illinois weighs energy costs as 26 new data centers are planned across the Chicago area
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With at least 26 proposed facilities—including a major Amazon project in Aurora—state leaders and Gov. JB Pritzker debate whether tax incentives and new legislation like the Power Act can balance economic growth with rising electricity demand and consumer utility bills.