Apple to hold virtual event showcasing company's newest products

The iPhone 11 was launched during last year’s event so a big question is if we’ll see the unveiling of the iPhone 12?

Chicago police officers targeted '5 times' more than years prior as crime surge continues, superintendent says

Dozens of Chicago police officers have been shot or shot at so far this year -- including as recently as this weekend -- when the Illinois city saw 35 shootings and at least 12 murders through Sunday, officials said Monday.

Amazon to hire additional 100,000 to keep up with online shopping surge

Amazon said it needs to fill roles at the 100 new warehouses, package sorting centers and other facilities it’s opening this month.

CPS ex-chief of staff pleads guilty to lying to feds

The former chief of staff to Chicago Public Schools CEO Janice Jackson pleaded guilty Friday to lying to the FBI, the Chicago Sun-Times is reporting.

Pink Line service restored at Kostner after person reported on tracks

Pink Line train service was suspended for 30 minutes Friday morning for a person on the tracks at Kostner, according to the Chicago Transit Authority.

Kids First Chicago working to get every CPS student internet access
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Daniel Anello, CEO of Kids First Chicago, talks about their partnership with Chicago Public Schools to make sure every student has access to remote learning this fall.

First day of CPS' remote learning brings excitement, anxiety
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Chicago Teachers Union Vice President Stacy Davis Gates reflects on the first day of e-learning for Chicago Public Schools students, teachers and parents.

CPS students begin school year remotely as Lightfoot surprises Zoom class

“I know this is different than what you are used to, but I wanted to make sure your teachers are here to support you,” the mayor said to students on a Zoom call.

Chicago police officers honored after surviving gun battle

Six Chicago police officers who survived a wild gun battle in July spoke out for the first time on Tuesday.

United Airlines adding, restoring flights in October

United Airlines is adding new and returning routes in October, allowing the airline to fly 40% of its full flight schedule compared to the previous year, a 6% increase compared to what it plans to fly in September.

Chicago officials outline safety precautions ahead of Labor Day weekend

Officials in Chicago are preparing for any potential crime and violence over the holiday weekend, asking cops to work extra hours and, in some cases taking extra measures to thwart any potential threats, authorities said. 

Suspects sought in Red Line robbery in Fuller Park

Police are asking the public to help identify the suspects in a robbery last week at the Garfield Red Line station in Fuller Park on the South Side.

Facebook will restrict new political ads a week before Election Day

With just two months left until the U.S. presidential election, Facebook says it is taking additional steps to encourage voting, minimize misinformation and reduce the likelihood of post-election “civil unrest.”

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle sign production deal with Netflix

Six months after detangling their work lives from the British royal family, Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan, have signed a multiyear deal to produce nature series, documentaries and children's programming for the streamer, according to a statement Wednesday.

United plans to furlough 16,000 workers, fewer than expected

United Airlines said Wednesday it plans to furlough 16,370 employees in October, down from an earlier target of 36,000 after thousands of workers took early retirement, buyouts, or long-term leaves of absence with the industry facing a slow recovery from the pandemic.

Hilary Swank talks new Netflix sci-fi series 'Away'
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Actress Hilary Swank talks about the process of creating "Away," a new sci-fi series coming to Netflix this Friday.