Alex Bowman is looking for a 2nd straight Cup Series win in Chicago

Alex Bowman thinks he is moving in the right direction. With the NASCAR Cup Series back in Chicago on Sunday, it's good timing.

Chicago area priest accused of sexual abuse of a minor
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Cardinal Blase Cupich has sent a letter to eight churches and parishes in the Chicago area, informing parishioners of an investigation into a priest.

Chicago crime: At least 34 people shot since Thursday in Chicago
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It has been a violent Fourth of July weekend here in Chicago with two mass shootings and at least 34 people shot since Thursday evening, including four fatalities.

NASCAR Chicago Street Race - Day 1
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Despite all that heat, thousands of people came downtown today to watch the cars zoom through Grant Park. Day one of the Chicago Street Race.

Chicago weather: Scattered showers expected overnight

A slow-moving frontal system is passing through the Chicago area this weekend, bringing a chance of scattered showers and thunderstorms, particularly overnight Saturday into early Sunday.

Chicago police: Armed burglaries in West Loop, Little Italy, Fulton Market, more

Chicago Police are warning of armed robberies and attempted armed robberies in the West Loop, West Town, Little Italy, Fulton Market District and Goose Island neighborhoods.

Chicago crime: At least 45 shot, 4 killed over July 4th weekend, police say

At least 45 people have been shot, four fatally, so far during the Fourth of July weekend in Chicago since Thursday evening, according to police reports.

Chicago shooting: Drive-by leaves 4 hurt in Little Village, police say

Four people were injured, three critically, after a drive-by shooting in the city’s Little Village neighborhood early Saturday morning.

Chicago Weather: Mostly clear, warm temps for NASCAR race day

While this NASCAR weekend doesn’t look like a washout, there is still a chance of some rain in the area this weekend.