Giannoulias urges Illinois lawmakers to adjust age for mandatory driving tests

Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias is urging Illinois lawmakers to adjust the age requirement to take a mandatory driving test for approximately 280,000 residents.

Chicago's new top cop gets unanimous confirmation
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Larry Snelling was sworn in as leader of the nation's second largest police department at age 54. Snelling told the city council that fighting crime involves more than just the police force. He spoke following the confirmation about how important it will be to work together.

Chicago Park District pays over $1.9M in settlement to 3 former lifeguards
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The Chicago Park District has reportedly paid three former city lifeguards over $1.9 million in a settlement, according to WBEZ. The settlement comes after allegations of sexual misconduct and hazing at publics beaches and pools.

City Council to cast final vote on top cop nominee Larry Snelling
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The City Council kicked off their final meeting concerning the city's top cop nominee Larry Snelling Wednesday at noon. The city Alders shared their opinions on whether or not to confirm Snelling. The vote will be finalized by the end of the meeting.

'Budget Ozempic' is the latest dangerous TikTok trend
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Dr. Sharon Giese, a board certified plastic surgeon, talks about the dangers of the "Budget Ozempic" trend that is making the rounds on TikTok

Gianno Caldwell, Officer Carlos Yanez Jr. among speakers at Chicago crime meeting
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Congressman Jordan placed the blame for the scourge of violent crime squarely on Illinois Democrats including, but not limited to, Gov. J.B. Pritzker, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and States Attorney Kim Foxx.

Congressman blasts Kim Foxx during Chicago meeting on crime
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With a government shutdown potentially just days away, several high-ranking House Republicans were in Chicago Tuesday talking about personal safety.

Amazon faces lawsuit over allegations of price inflation, anti-competitive practices

The Federal Trade Commission and 17 state attorney generals filed an antitrust lawsuit against Amazon on Tuesday, alleging the e-commerce behemoth uses its position in the marketplace to inflate prices on other platforms.

Families of Chicago murder victims call for change to address city violence
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Fox News political analyst Gianno Caldwell calls for major changes in the Chicago Police Department to go after murderers and criminals on Chicago's streets.

Woman struck by CTA train, critically injured in Old Town

A woman is in critical condition after she was hit by a CTA train in Old Town on the Near North Side.

White House creates office for gun violence prevention
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One man from Chicago shared his history with gun violence. Trevon Bosley's 18-year-old brother was shot outside a church when he was just 7 years old.

Amazon Prime Video will have ads in 2024, or users can pay $2.99 monthly to avoid them

Amazon’s Prime Video will begin showing adds during shows and movies early next year, joining other streaming services that have added different tiers of subscriptions.