3 historic Chicago buildings make Illinois' 'Most Endangered Historic Places' list

Two buildings in the Loop and an old agricultural site on the Chicago River are at risk of facing the wrecking ball, which landed them on Landmarks Illinois' "Most Endangered" list.

Willis Tower commemorates 50 years
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Chicago's own architectural wonder is celebrating 50 years Wednesday.

Resurfacing work begins in downtown Chicago ahead of Nascar race
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The Nascar race that's coming to downtown Chicago isn't for another two months, but the road closures are already causing traffic headaches.

Chicago's Navy Pier voted best fireworks in America

Chicago's Navy Pier has been voted the best place to see fireworks in the nation, according to a new USA Today readers' choice contest.

Shoplifter stabs Loop Target employee

A Loop Target store employee was stabbed Saturday morning while confronting a shoplifter, prompting the downtown store to close for the day.

Chicago man charged with groping woman on CTA in the Loop

A Chicago man was charged after he was accused of groping a woman on CTA property in the Loop Wednesday. 

Chicago's I AM Temple vandalized overnight
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A man is in custody after allegedly ransacking a place of worship early Thursday in the Loop.

Man arrested after ransacking Loop temple: police

A man is in custody after allegedly ransacking a place of worship early Thursday in the Loop.

Chicago police prepare for potential unrest in the Loop
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The gathering most advertised on social media is for Saturday night in Millennium Park, and police are getting ready.

Chicago preparing for another teen takeover
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Preparations are being made in downtown Chicago in case of another "teen takeover" event this weekend.

Chicago police prepare weekend safety plan after mobs of teens caused chaos
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Chicago police say they are monitoring teen activity on social media so they can make a safety plan for this weekend. Fences have been set up around Millennium Park where hundreds of teens gathered last weekend creating chaos.

Window of Michigan Avenue hotel shattered by gunfire

Gunfire shattered the window of a hotel room along Michigan Avenue Wednesday night in the Loop.

Investigation launched after mob victims say Chicago police refused to help
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An investigation is underway after a Good Samaritan said Chicago police refused to help a couple being beaten by a mob of teenagers downtown over the weekend.

'Have to tap into reality': Did social media play a major role in downtown chaos?

Many times, teens tend to record videos in hopes of going viral on social media. And, depending on what social media platform the video is posted on, the views can equal cash and popularity.