CTA crime: Chicago man charged in downtown Blue Line stabbing

A Chicago man has been charged in connection with a stabbing earlier this month on the CTA Blue Line in the Loop.

The psychology behind Chicago 'teen takeovers' and risky group behavior
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As Chicago leaders review youth jobs and programming as a strategy to reduce teen takeovers, a psychologist explains the factors that draw young people to large gatherings, the role of peer influence and FOMO, and whether structured activities can provide a meaningful alternative.

How a Chicago gun violence reduction department would work
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Chicago Urban League President and CEO Karen Freeman-Wilson discusses a proposal to create a permanent Department of Gun Violence Reduction, efforts to address the causes of violence and questions about accountability, investment and public safety in Chicago neighborhoods.

Man accused in fire that killed CFD captain returns to court

A man accused in the fire that killed Chicago Fire Captain David Meyer is due back in court Wednesday. Here's what to know.

Man accused in CFD captain's death due in court
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A man accused in the fire that killed Chicago Fire Captain David Meyer is due back in court Wednesday.

Chicago Hounds celebrate historic championship season

The Chicago Hounds have been celebrating ever since capturing the Major League Rugby championship Sunday.

Community leaders push back on public funding for Chicago Fire stadium at The 78
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Community leaders from Chinatown, Bronzeville and nearby neighborhoods are pushing back against a new plan to use public money for the Chicago Fire stadium project at The 78. 

Chicago Public Schools' funding fight | The Chicago Report
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Principals are playing landlord and are re-energizing Chicago Public School parent groups to pay for everything from sports uniforms to actual teacher salaries, a new report finds. Joining us is Mila Koumpilova from Chalkbeat Chicago.

Investors say 'Mr. Finance' promised big returns, left them with devastating losses
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A new lawsuit accuses self-styled financial adviser Brandon Ellington of convincing dozens of people to invest retirement savings and loan proceeds in what authorities have described as a Ponzi scheme, leaving some victims facing foreclosure and financial ruin.

Historic south entrance of Griffin MSI to reopen for first time since 1893 | ChicagoLIVE
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The south entrance of the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry is currently under construction and will reopen for the first time in 132 years. The museum’s president and CEO joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss the project.

What could Chicago look like in 2126?
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A new design vision from Gensler Chicago explores how the Windy City could adapt to a warmer climate, heavier rainfall, population growth, an aging population and emerging transportation technology over the next century.