After downtown Chicago violence, alderman says it's a 'wake up call'
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A teenage boy died and several others were injured in two shootings over the weekend in Chicago's downtown during holiday celebrations.

Woman in Slender Man stabbing arrested in Chicago suburb after fleeing group home
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A Wisconsin woman who admitted to nearly stabbing a classmate to death at age 12 to please the online horror character Slender Man has been found in Illinois after she cut off an electronic monitoring device and left a group home, authorities said.

Chicago nonprofit CEO speaks out after deadly Loop shootings | ChicagoLIVE
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Founder and CEO of the social impact organization My Block, My Hood, My City Jahmal Cole joins ChicagoLIVE to talk about the weekend violence that occurred in downtown Chicago.

Downtown Chicago shootings, beating mar holiday celebrations
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Shootings and beatings in Chicago's Loop hindered the holiday celebrations over the weekend and city officials are looking for ways to prevent such violence in the future.

Chicago alderman on CTA attack: Women deserve to feel safe | ChicagoLIVE
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Chicago’s 45th Ward Alderman James Gardiner joins "ChicagoLIVE" to discuss the CTA train attack that left a woman critically injured. Gardiner calls the case “tragic” and says it underscores failures in both the justice system and mental health care. He explains why he believes repeat offenders must be held accountable, why judicial reform is needed, and why women deserve to feel safe on public transportation.

Amazon reveals top 5 books of the year | ChicagoNOW
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Amazon editor Lindsay Powers counts down the year’s must-reads, from gripping fiction like Wild Dark Shore and Buckeye to heartwarming and thought-provoking favorites.

DuSable Museum opens 'Paris in Black' exhibition on Black artists in Europe | ChicagoNOW
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Exhibition curator Danny Dunson highlights the stories, artifacts, and local connections in “Paris in Black,” showcasing Black American artists who found inspiration and opportunity in Europe.

Deadly fungal infection Candida auris on the rise in Illinois | ChicagoNOW
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Dr. Jatin Vyas explains the dangers, symptoms, and treatment challenges of Candida auris, a highly resistant fungal infection increasingly reported in Illinois.

Lawsuits accuse Chicago Archdiocese of running 'predator pipeline'

The Archdiocese of Chicago was accused of keeping two priests in active ministry for decades despite complaints of sexual abuse.

TikTok drives this year’s hottest holiday toys | ChicagoNOW
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Toy Insider’s James Zahn breaks down the top trending toys inspired by TikTok, from must-have collectibles to viral playsets, and why both kids and adults are obsessed.