From Chinatown to the casino floor: Addressing problem gambling

One might not predict that the closure of a Chinatown gathering place would send patrons to the bright lights and loud machines of a local casino.

From Chinatown to the casino floor: Addressing problem gambling
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One might not predict that the closure of a Chinatown gathering place would send patrons to the bright lights and loud machines of a local casino.

From Albany Park to the north suburbs: The evolution of Chicago’s Koreatown
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Chicago’s historic Koreatown in Albany Park has gradually shifted to the northern suburbs as Korean families sought better schools, safer neighborhoods, and expanded opportunities, transforming the community from a single neighborhood hub into a broader Chicagoland network.

From Albany Park to the north suburbs: The evolution of Chicago’s Koreatown

Chicago’s historic Koreatown in Albany Park has gradually shifted to the northern suburbs as Korean families sought better schools, safer neighborhoods, and expanded opportunities, transforming the community from a single neighborhood hub into a broader Chicagoland network.

Chicago-area dentist accused of leaving patients without permanent teeth: 'I used Gorilla Glue'

Jenny, a domestic violence and cancer survivor, says she paid up to $40,000 to implant dentist Dr. Paul Petrungaro for full-mouth reconstruction but was left with years of painful temporary dentures and unfinished treatment.

Chicago-area dentist accused of leaving patients without permanent teeth: 'I used Gorilla Glue'
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Jenny, a domestic violence and cancer survivor, says she paid up to $40,000 to implant dentist Dr. Paul Petrungaro for full-mouth reconstruction but was left with years of painful temporary dentures and unfinished treatment.

Feeding Austin with a community garden
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A church in Austin has teamed up with the Greater Chicago Food Depository. They are providing healthy meals to kids in the neighborhood. But it doesn't stop there. The leader is also teaching the children how to grow their own food in a community garden.

Illinois schools sound alarm over rise in harmful cyberbullying messages

Cyberbullying messages telling kids to “kill yourself" are becoming alarmingly common, and child health experts warn the emotional damage can have devastating consequences for some children and teens.

Illinois schools sound alarm over rise in harmful cyberbullying messages
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Cyberbullying messages telling kids to “kill yourself” are becoming alarmingly common, and child health experts warn the emotional damage can have devastating consequences for some children and teens.

As kratom use surges, Illinois debates how to regulate the product

While some states have imposed bans on the possession, sale, or use of the product, the lines remain blurred in Illinois.

Kratom use grows as Illinois lawmakers consider regulation
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 In recent years, the plant-based substance Kratom has surged in popularity across the U.S.  It's raising questions about safety, regulation, and how it should be treated under the law.  Kasey Chronis explores what it is, and the growing legal debate. 

Two Chicago businesses team up for a recipe of innovation

Two of Chicago’s popular Asian cafés are combining to share food, drink, and the culture of hospitality. It’s a collaboration of different cuisines.

Two Chicago businesses team up for a recipe of innovation
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Two spots in Chicago teamed up to share food, drinks and a little bit of what makes their hospitality so special for Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month. FOX Chicago's Joanie Lum reports.

Meet the 11-year-old Chicago girl changing boxing

An 11-year-old Chicago girl is challenging long-standing stereotypes in boxing and building a name for herself in the ring.

Illinois data center boom tied to rising utility bills, experts say

A surge in data centers across Illinois is being linked to rising water and electric bills for residents. Here's what you should know.