Jessica Dixon Heitman appointed, Millionaire Tax developments | The Chicago Report
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Jessica Dixon Heitman was sworn in on Tuesday to fill the vacancy of ex-Rep. Harry Benton. And, City Council has voted against Mayor Johnson's proposal for a citywide vote on a millionaire tax. 

Rescued beluga whales begin new life at Shedd Aquarium after years in troubled Canadian park

Their journey to Chicago followed years of controversy surrounding Marineland, where animal welfare advocates alleged overcrowded tanks, deteriorating water quality and inadequate living conditions.

Rescued beluga whales begin new life at Shedd Aquarium after years in troubled Canadian park
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Their journey to Chicago followed years of controversy surrounding Marineland, where animal welfare advocates alleged overcrowded tanks, deteriorating water quality and inadequate living conditions.

Chicago Youth Works connects hundreds of teens with jobs and mentorship
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Mayor Johnson's answer to teen takeovers has been more opportunities for young people. On Wednesday, hundreds of teens were in Pullman, talking about what they've taken away from working through Chicago Youth Works. 

7 Chicago Save A Lot stores could close this weekend, raising food desert concerns
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Save A Lot stores on Chicago's South and West sides could close after the grocery chain cut ties with operator Yellow Banana. FOX Chicago's Joanie Lum explains what the decision could mean for shoppers and the affected communities.

Rogue AI hacks startup company | ChicagoLIVE
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OpenAI is still investigating the "unprecedented cyber incident" that led to its artificial intelligence systems to break out of a testing environment and hack a startup company. Ian Farlow, Founder & CEO of Fitech Consultants, joins to share more insight on this story.

Britain's Red Arrows pilot shares what makes flying over Chicago so special | ChicagoLIVE
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The Royal Air Force’s Red Arrows aerobatic team flew over downtown Chicago today. Senior Red Arrows pilot Dustin Wales joins ChicagoLIVE to talk about the flyover and what made the experience so memorable.

Nolan Wells Death: A forensic pathologist breaks down the independent autopsy
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Brett Buganski talks with a forensic pathologist about what doctors would be looking for in the Nolan Wells case during the autopsy, and what it could mean for the case. 

Chicago enjoys cool July weather as 90s loom this weekend

Open the windows, Chicago! Cool air, low humidity and sunshine are here before summer heat returns this weekend. Here's the latest forecast.

Cook County prosecutors decline charges in fatal Lincoln Park shooting caught on video

No charges will be filed in the fatal shooting outside The Dime in Lincoln Park after Cook County prosecutors cited insufficient evidence. The incident was caught on video and the bar remains closed under a city order.

Ex-Big Ten Network employee sentenced in $4M Apple product fraud scheme

A former Big Ten Network employee has been sentenced to federal prison after pleading guilty to wire fraud in a scheme that involved buying more than $4 million worth of Apple products with company funds and reselling them. Here's what happened.

Chicago millionaire tax proposal: Alderman explains the push for a vote
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A proposal to create a millionaire tax could soon return to the Chicago City Council. The resolution calls for a state constitutional amendment that would allow voters to decide whether to add a 3% tax on net income over $1 million. 

Summer dibs: Are Cook County picnic areas first come, first served? What to know
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Many people assume Chicago area picnic sites are first come, first served, but a recent investigation found that permit holders actually have priority. Tracy Bishop of the Forest Preserves of Cook County explains how the reservation system works.

CPS disciplines 700+ workers for misconduct over a year
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A WTTW analysis of Chicago Public Schools records shows that hundreds of district employees have been accused of misconduct. Jared Rutecki, investigative reporter at WTTW, joins Good Day Chicago to discuss the findings.

Chicago man charged after SWAT officer among 2 shot
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A Chicago man has been charged with 11 felonies, including attempted murder, after a SWAT officer was among two people shot Monday in Albany Park.

Chicago crime: Teen killed, 2 others wounded in separate shootings overnight

A 15-year-old boy was killed and two others were wounded in separate shootings across Chicago Tuesday night into Wednesday. Here's what police say.

Chicago weather: Cooler air arrives before weekend heat returns

Enjoy the break while it lasts. Comfortable 70s stick around through Thursday before heat and humidity return this weekend.