Ex-Chicago alder accused of taking bribes is unfit for trial, judge says

A former Chicago City Council member who was charged with conspiracy, bribery, and lying to the FBI was deemed medically unfit for trial by a federal judge on Wednesday.

Chicago man charged in Berwyn bar shooting that wounded 3
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A Chicago man has been charged in connection with a shooting at a bar that wounded three people last month in suburban Berwyn.

Notorious Chicago alderman released from prison months early
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Former longtime Chicago Ald. Ed Burke was released from prison on Tuesday, more than a year ahead of schedule, according to the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

Amazon Prime Day: Impulse purchases or essential deals? | ChicagoNOW
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Amazon Prime Day is here! From smart vacuums to foot massagers shaped like sharks, the deals are wild ? and wildly unnecessary. ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.

McDonald's new spicy McMuffin - too hot for breakfast? | ChicagoNOW
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McDonald's is turning up the heat?literally?with its newest menu item: a spicy take on the classic Egg McMuffin. "ChicagoNOW" hosts weigh in on whether the treat is a win or too hot for breakfast.

Paris on Politics: Trump's 'big beautiful bill' impact on Illinois, Pritzker's running mate
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On this episode of "Paris on Politics," Governor Pritzker selects fellow Chicagoan Christian Mitchell as his running mate for a third term. We go one-on-one with the lieutenant governor candidate. Additionally, we discuss President Trump's "big beautiful bill" and how this legislation could affect Illinois. Plus, do Chicagoans want NASCAR to come back? What we know about the event's contract with the city and the consequences of Grant Park closures.

Videos show fatal police-involved shooting during Humboldt Park foot chase
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The city?s police oversight agency on Tuesday released bodycam videos showing the moments a Chicago police officer fatally shot a 19-year-old man in Humboldt Park in May. (WARNING: graphic content)

Chicago Public Schools leadership shake-up: What's next for CPS?
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CPS Board President Sean Harden joins us to discuss the search for a new schools CEO, what the community wants in a leader, and the challenges facing the district after a year of major changes.

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.