Chicago mayor hints at possible replacement for ShotSpotter after contract expires

After Wednesday's City Council meeting, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson hinted that he has a replacement in mind for ShotSpotter once its contract expires.

Chicago man charged in CTA robbery attack

A Chicago man has been charged with armed robbery after allegedly spraying a 23-year-old victim with a chemical irritant on a CTA platform last month.

Chicago celebrates Crossing Guard Appreciation Month

Chicago Public Schools are recognizing the work of the city’s 700 school crossing guards and is inviting the public to nominate someone for Crossing Guard of the Year.

Debate continues over whether resource officers should remain in CPS
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Some residents believe that resource officers should remain in schools, while others say children have been traumatized by over-policing.

2 teenagers charged in fatal shooting near Senn High School: CPD
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Chicago police announced charged against a 14-year-old and 17-year-old in connection to the deadly shooting outside Sen High School last month in Edgewater. A 16-year-old boy was killed and two others were injured. The 17-year-old was charged as an adult.

United flight diverted to Chicago due to alleged bomb threat
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A United Airlines flight headed to Los Angeles from New Jersey was diverted to Chicago after the crew reported a safety issue Wednesday morning.

Kelly Rowland stars in 'Mea Culpa' with Trevante Rhodes
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Grammy award-winning artist Kelly Rowland was live in studio with Fox 32's Jake Hamilton to discuss her upcoming Netflix original movie Mea Culpa.

Chicago police officers crash squad car into parked vehicle, tree

Chicago police crashed their squad car into a parked vehicle and a tree in Old Irving Park early Wednesday morning. 

Woman falls from moving CTA train after forcing doors open on West Side

A woman fell onto the tracks and then another 15–20 feet to the roadway after forcing open the doors of a moving CTA train Tuesday night. 

Wet phone? Apple says don't put it in rice

How to dry your phone: Apple says rice is not the solution when it comes to a wet phone. Here's why.

Johnson speaks to CPS students at Lunch with a Leader
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Mayor Johnson sat down with Chicago Public Schools students at an event known as Lunch with a Leader on Tuesday. The students met influential leaders from several industries including the mayor and NBA players.

Chicago Starbucks baristas join union movement
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Baristas from Starbucks across the Chicago are are filing for union representation. The goal is to improve working conditions and better pay.

Pancake breakfast to raise money for bulletproof vests
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The Get Behind the Vest Pancake Breakfast in Beverly raises money to buy bulletproof vests for Chicago police. Matthew O'Shea, the 19th Ward Alderman, is organizing the 10th annual event with the help of the Southwest Side community.