Judge grants class action status in Broadview ICE facility lawsuit
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A federal judge has granted class certification in a lawsuit against the Broadview ICE facility. The suit, filed by two former detainees, accuses the center of inhumane conditions — including clogged toilets, lack of showers, limited food and water, and no access to attorneys.

Chicago alders reject mayor's controversial corporate head tax
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The City Council’s Finance Committee on Monday rejected Mayor Brandon Johnson’s 2026 budget proposal, which included a controversial corporate head tax to help close a more than $1 billion projected deficit.

Person tried to set fire to Chicago City Hall, mayor says

“Violence has no place in our politics," Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson said Monday after an attempted arson at City Hall last week.

Who is John Beam's alleged killer? Cedric Irving Jr. charged in coach's death

The Alameda County District Attorney on Monday charged a 27-year-old man following last week's shooting death of the legendary Laney College football coach, John Beam.

Illuminate 900 brings holiday magic back to Michigan Avenue for a good cause
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Chicago’s beloved tree-lighting celebration returns to 900 North Michigan Shops, blending holiday magic with a powerful fundraising mission for Make-A-Wish Illinois.

Best holiday tech gifts | ChicagoNOW
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Tech gifts are always popular during the holidays so you better make sure you’re giving people what they want this year. Jen Jolly gives us the gift guide for the perfect tech gifts.

Tips for moms struggling to "do it all" this holiday season | ChicagoNOW
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Being a mom isn’t easy and things can get especially overwhelming during the holiday season. Elisha Beach, Founder of The Mom Forum joins via zoom to share some small tips to avoid burnout.

Miss Black Illinois pageant 2026 winners | ChicagoNOW
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The Miss Black Illinois Pageant has crowned its winners for 2026. Carlie-Simone Moncure was crowned Miss Black Illinois’ Teen 2026, Jackia Wilder is *Miss* Black Illinois 2026, and Billie Joyner is *Ms.* Black Illinois 2026. The winners join live in studio.

Is it okay to charge for Thanksgiving dinner? | ChicagoNOW
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The Washington Post has a column asking people whether or not they should charge their guests for Thanksgiving dinner. ChicagoNOW hosts Tia Ewing and Gabby Premus weigh in with their thoughts.

Lou Malnati's drops holiday merch | ChicagoNOW
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Lou Malnati’s is hosting a pop-up today to launch its “HoLOUday” Merch collection. You can get merch at its Michigan Ave. location starting Monday November 17th from 11AM-2PM. Merch will still be available at the Aurora Christkindl Market on November 30th, and December 19th and 20th. You can also get the merch from their website.