Chicago weather: Temperatures soar into the 50s just in time for the weekend

High temperatures ranged from mid 30s at the lakefront to near 50 degrees inland on Thursday. Tonight will be mostly clear to partly cloudy with lows in the mid to upper 20s.

Free burrito or dangerous distraction? QR code billboard in Bucktown raises safety concerns

A Bucktown billboard offering free burritos through a QR code is drawing safety concerns over distracted driving, prompting a review request to CDOT as the restaurant says the ad should have already been removed.

Cook County State's Attorney's Office launches alternative to juvenile detention program | ChicagoLIVE
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The Cook County State's Attorney's Office announced a new pilot program designed to provide an alternative to juvenile detention offering school engagement, cognitive behavioral therapy and wraparound services for eligible youth charged with serious offenses.

Local group collects Valentine’s donations for seniors and veterans | ChicagoLIVE
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A local nonprofit is collecting donations to create Valentine’s Day surprises for low-income seniors and veterans as part of its annual holiday outreach program.

Chicago officials raise safety concerns over QR code billboard | ChicagoLIVE
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A QR code billboard near the intersection of Damen Avenue and Elston Avenue is drawing criticism from residents and city officials who say it could distract drivers and pose a safety risk.

Early voting begins in Chicago; new Loop polling site opens
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Early voting is officially underway in Chicago. Voters can now cast their ballots ahead of Election Day — including at a brand-new polling location. FOX Chicago's Joanie Lum is in the Loop at the new site with a look at how things are going, what voters need to know before they head out, and what turnout looks like on day one.

Human composting service expands to Illinois residents | ChicagoLIVE
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Tom Harries, CEO of Earth Funeral, says the company’s human composting service is designed to provide an eco-friendly final arrangement now available to families across Illinois.

New developments in search for Nancy Guthrie as community holds hope | ChicagoLIVE
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FOX Phoenix reporter Nicole Krasean provides an update on the ongoing search for Nancy Guthrie. Authorities briefly put a white tent at the search site Thursday morning as investigators reviewed new evidence.

Woman’s body recovered from Chicago River on Southwest Side: police

A woman’s body was recovered from the Chicago River on the city’s Southwest Side on Thursday afternoon, prompting a death investigation, authorities said.

Chicago weather: Clouds today, sunshine and warmer temps Friday

Mostly cloudy skies and highs in the low 40s today will give way to sunshine and warmer temperatures in the low 50s tomorrow.