Chicago suburb warns of AI voice cloning scams that impersonate loved ones

A Chicago-area police department is warning residents about a new scam using artificial intelligence to clone voices and impersonate loved ones.

Garfield Ridge coffee shop rallies community support after ICE backlash
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A Cup of Joe Coffeehouse in Garfield Ridge is receiving an outpouring of support after owners say they were harassed over a social media post critical of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement,

Mayor Brandon Johnson faces budget scrutiny as council launches accountability coalition
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Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson promoted the city’s economic outlook while aldermen, including Gil Villegas, announced a new coalition to monitor budget spending, city debt and public safety concerns.

Chicago man charged months after West Side shooting

A Chicago man has been charged in connection with a shooting last December in the Lawndale neighborhood.

Chicago police officers crash into CTA bus in Ukrainian Village

A CTA passenger was injured after Chicago police officers crashed into a bus early Friday in the Ukrainian Village neighborhood.

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.