Chicago police investigate fire on CTA train in the Loop

A man started a fire on a CTA train in the Loop Saturday morning before fleeing, Chicago police say. 

Fifth grader assaulted with broom at Chicago elementary school, family says
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A Chicago family is demanding answers from Chicago Public School after they say their 5th grader was assaulted with a broom at an Englewood elementary school.

CTA train service increasing on multiple lines after temporary schedule reductions

The CTA is adjusting its rail schedules on lines that recently saw temporary reductions due to the first phase of the Forest Park Branch Rebuild project on the Blue Line.

CTA train service increasing on several lines
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The Chicago Transit Authority is working to improve wait times for commuters. Starting on Nov. 13, more trains will be scheduled on weekday Red, Orange and Pink Lines. While increase service will begin on Nov. 18 for Brown and Orange Lines.

Clissold Elementary completes expansion of pre-K programs to benefit young learners

A far South Side elementary school is celebrating the successful completion of a multi-year project aimed at enhancing its pre-K programs to better serve young learners.

South Side school completes expansion of pre-K programs to benefit young learners
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A far South Side elementary school is celebrating the successful completion of a multi-year project aimed at enhancing its pre-K programs to better serve young learners.

Former CTA Retirement Plan clerk sentenced to prison for $356,000 fraud

A former employee of the Chicago CTA has been sentenced to one year in federal prison for fraudulently obtaining hundreds of thousands of dollars in retirement funds.

Black McDonald's Operators donate 2,500 turkeys to Chicago area veterans and families

The lines were long at one Chicago area McDonald's Wednesday morning, but not for McMuffins or hash browns. Instead, it was all about turkey and the fixings.

Black McDonald's Operators donate 2,500 turkey to veterans and families
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The lines were long at one Chicago area McDonald's Wednesday morning, but not for McMuffins or hash browns. Instead, it was all about turkey and the fixings.

'Bring Chicago Home' secures spot on March ballot
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After passing in the City Council Tuesday, it will now be up to Chicago voters if high-end property sales should be taxed to help the city's homelessness issue.