Ex-Chicago Public Schools dean found guilty in student sex abuse case, attorneys confirm

A former Chicago Public Schools dean was convicted Wednesday of sexually abusing a 15-year-old student at Little Village Lawndale High School, according to the law firm representing the victim.

New documentary ‘Beyond Closure’ explores lasting impact of Chicago school shutdowns
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Filmmakers Erin Babbin and Michael Sullivan join to discuss "Beyond Closure," their new documentary examining how communities continue to fight for equity and identity more than a decade after Chicago’s historic mass public school closures.

5-year-old girl on Disney Dream lost balance, fell through cruise ship porthole, sheriff says

A 5-year-old girl who fell overboard the Disney Dream cruise ship last weekend lost her balance on a railing and fell backwards through an open porthole and into the ocean below, according to the Broward County Sheriff's Office.

TikTok star Cooking with Darryl shares his favorite summer recipes
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If you're looking for summer recipes, look no further. Chicago dad and TikTok sensation Darryl Postel-Nick, also known as Cooking with Darryl, lets us in on good summer recipes we should look out for.

Chicago alderwoman pushes citywide response to rising antisemitism
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Chicago Alderman Debra Silverstein calls for emergency action as antisemitic hate crimes surge, making up over one-third of all reported hate crimes in the city in 2024.

Red Line trains rerouted due to police activity in South Loop
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CTA Red Line service was disrupted early Wednesday due to police activity at the Roosevelt station, prompting southbound trains to reroute onto elevated tracks.

CTA Blue Line service delayed between Forest Park and Pulaski

CTA Blue Line service was temporarily suspended between Forest Park and Pulaski/Congress stations due to an obstruction near Cicero, officials announced early Wednesday.

Chicago aldermen question police role in ICE arrests last month
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Chicago aldermen on Tuesday questioned what role police officers had in the ICE arrests last month and if there was a violation of a city ordinance banning CPD cooperation with immigration enforcement.

Chicago alders question CPD involvement in ICE raid
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The events surrounding an ICE raid last month in the South Loop were at the center of a hearing Tuesday at City Hall.

Lululemon Costco lawsuit, cruise tax & Cracker Barrel remodel: Business news
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Business News Alert! Dive into the latest headlines: Lululemon is suing Costco, Mexico is set to introduce a tourist tax for cruise passengers, and Cracker Barrel is undergoing a fresh remodel, breaking some hearts along the way. FOX 32's Good Day Chicago starts your morning off with the latest breaking news from across the area.

New details released in crash involving Chicago police vehicle

A newly-surfaced surveillance video is raising questions about a crash involving a Chicago police vehicle that sent a young family to the hospital and damaged several cars on the city’s West Side.

Disney Dream rescue: Girl, dad rescued after going overboard on Disney cruise line, passengers say

Disney Cruise Line's rescue team had to jump into immediate action over the weekend after two people – a young girl and her father, reports say – fell overboard, dropping some 50–60 feet into the water, according to Disney and passengers aboard the ship.

Documentary shows transformation of Chicago's closed schools | ChicagoNOW
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In 2013, Chicago experienced the largest mass school closure in U.S. history, affecting communities and efforts to repurpose the buildings. The documentary "Beyond Closure" examines three schools that were closed. The film premiered last December and is now screening citywide this summer. Creator and Executive Producer Paola Aguirre Serrano joined "ChicagoNOW" to discuss. ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.