Chicago weather: Hot weekend ahead, but a big cool-down next week

It has been another beautiful day with highs soaring into the 80s under mostly sunny skies. Tonight will be comfortably cool, but still above average, with lows in the upper 50s to low 60s. The average low temperature for early October sits in the low 50s.

Chicago group plans river flotilla after Israeli forces detain activists in Gaza blockade

A Chicago organization is showing solidarity, by hosting a flotilla of its own on the Chicago River. The Chicago River flotilla is set to launch near State Street on Thursday.

FAA bans drones over Chicago amid continued federal immigration enforcement

As the Department of Homeland Security steps up its immigration enforcement, the Federal Aviation Administration has announced restrictions against private drones in Chicago through the middle of the month.

Video shows woman in Chicago wipe dog poop on Cybertruck; sleuths say they found her

A woman in Chicago was caught on camera wiping dog poop on a Tesla Cybertruck that was covered in an American flag decal and featured Donald Trump’s signature.

FAA grounds drone flights across Chicago
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As a rare, ban is being issued for non-commercial drone flights. The 10-day ban is at the request of the Department of Homeland Security.

Chicago Bears head to Springfield this month
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The Chicago Bears will head back to Springfield this month to share projected benefits of a new dome with lawmakers.

Palestinian group organizes Chicago River flotilla
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Israeli Naval forces have detained more than 400 international activists who were taking part in a flotilla carrying humanitarian aid.

Operation Midway Blitz surpasses 900 arrests in Illinois, DHS says

More than 900 people have been arrested so far during Operation Midway Blitz, according to the Department of Homeland Security.

Lincoln Park Wine Fest returns this weekend | ChicagoNOW
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The Ninth Annual Lincoln Park Wine Fest is back at Jonquil Park Oct. 3-5. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.

Ice Cube brings 'Truth to Power' tour to Chicago | ChicagoNOW
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Ice Cube talks his new album and "Truth to Power: 4 Decades of Attitude" tour. Plus, he shares updates on the BIG3 basketball reach and if fans can expect a new "Friday" movie. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.

Chicago leaders launch new immigration dashboard amid deportation fears
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City and state leaders, alongside The Resurrection Project, announced efforts to provide trusted immigration updates, highlight conditions at Broadview, and ensure residents know their rights.

ICE arrest sparks family rally in Chicago neighborhood | ChicagoNOW
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Block Club Chicago's Michael Liptrot shares the story of two Chicago residents arrested by federal agents. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.

Stuck on what to read next? Ask Chicago Tribune?s Biblioracle
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If you?re stuck on what to read next, John Warner has the answer. He writes the Biblioracle column for the Chicago Tribune, where he takes the last five books you?ve read and uses them to recommend your next one.

Monument Moment: Essanay Studios
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Chicago?s Uptown neighborhood was once home to Essanay Studios, where early stars like Charlie Chaplin helped make the city a birthplace of American film.