Chicago weather: Streak of 80° days ends, heat wave looms next week

Chicago cools off today before storms this weekend and a scorching heat wave next week that may bring the hottest weather of the season.

Local mom needs a new kidney
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Stephanie Moore was 18-years-old when she found out she was born with only one kidney and learned it was working at 16%, a dangerously low level.

More juvenile detention center abuse lawsuits filed
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Hundreds more victims have come forward claiming abuse by staff at state and county-run juvenile detention centers.

Will Susana Mendoza run for Chicago mayor again?
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Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza announced on Wednesday that she won't seek another term, but now the question is if she'll run for Chicago mayor.

Desperate for a match, Chicago mom uses Instagram and her car to find a kidney donor
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Stephanie Moore was 18 when doctors delivered life-changing news: she had been born with only one kidney. While in college, she learned that her lone kidney was functioning at just 16% ? a dangerously low level that left her on the verge of kidney failure.

PAWS Chicago welcomes 30 dogs rescued from Texas floods

Thirty dogs from Texas are finding refuge in Chicago, thanks to PAWS Chicago and Austin Pets Alive!

Chicago City Council effort to expand 'granny flats' put on hold
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The Chicago City Council did not vote Wednesday on a proposal to make it easier to create more accessory dwelling units across the city after two aldermen blocked the measure.

Chicago aldermen continue to question possible CPD involvement in ICE arrests
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The Chicago City Council considered an ordinance to require city agencies to share communications pertaining to the arrest of individuals by ICE last month.

Chicago City Council could override veto of snap curfew ordinance
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The Chicago City Council could vote on Wednesday to override Mayor Brandon Johnson?s veto of an ordinance allowing for temporary curfews for teenagers aimed at preventing large gatherings that have at times turned violent.

Adler Planetarium astronomer explains 7-billion-year-old 'fossil galaxy' | ChicagoNOW
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A galaxy that has remained unchanged for 7 billion years has just been discovered by astronomers, and it offers a glimpse into cosmic history. These unique galactic finds are called "fossil galaxies." Adler Planetarium astronomer Dr. Mike Zevin explains what these are.

The Golden Bachelorette's Jordan Heller spills the tea on his TV journey | ChicagoNOW
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The Bachelor made headlines last year when it launched a spinoff of their infamous dating show for a more mature group of contestants, if you will, aptly titled "The Golden Bachelor and Bachelorette." Local contestant Jordan Heller dives into his experience on the show.

Dolton's Momma Ethel turns 90 and takes the birthday ride of a lifetime | ChicagoNOW
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Momma Ethel, a proud lifelong resident of Dolton who just celebrated her 90th birthday! For her big milestone, she had one special wish: to ride in a fire truck. Thanks to Mayor Jason House, the Board of Trustees, our Village Clerk, and the Dolton Fire Department, that wish came true in a surprise she'll never forget.