Fentanyl detection devices distributed on Chicago's West Side
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There are several new laws in the new year, including one aimed at improving public health, starting with how overdose data is collected and shared in Illinois. 

25,000 pounds of stolen protein powder found in Bridgeview, sheriff says
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Investigators found about 25,000 pounds of stolen protein powder in a Bridgeview warehouse last week, according to the Cook County Sheriff’s Office. The product is valued at roughly $500,000.

Chicago Housing Authority responds to yorkie attacked, killed by pit bulls
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The Chicago Housing Authority is responding to a recent dog attack that happened in a Lincoln Park apartment building, involving a yorkie and pit bulls.

Gunpoint robbery, bathroom attack raise safety concerns at Bally’s Casino
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An armed robbery in a parking garage and a separate assault and robbery in a bathroom occurred within a week of each other at Bally’s Casino in the River North neighborhood.

CPS board president threatens members over leak to reporter: Sources
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Tensions are rising following a quiet vote by the Chicago Board of Education to raise property taxes. Fox Chicago reporter Paris Schutz says he learned about the special meeting in advance and shared the information publicly. Paris says he later learned that the board president referenced his post, telling members he would try to identify the source of the leak and force a resignation.

Detecting fentanyl before use: How kits aim to save lives | ChicagoLIVE
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A one-time event on Chicago’s West Side offered free fentanyl detection kits earlier today, helping people identify fentanyl before a pill or drug is taken. We spoke with Ahmad Hussain, CEO of DEFENT, who says the free kits will be available again during Lollapalooza. He explains how the kits work, why prevention is critical, and how fentanyl detection can help save lives.

Bally’s Casino: After reported robbery, security experts weigh in | ChicagoLIVE
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Two male victims reported being robbed at gunpoint in a parking garage near Bally’s Casino Chicago after winning. We break down what’s known about the incidents and hear from two security experts on how casinos and patrons can stay safe and what measures may help prevent similar crimes.

Story Time: 3 cozy winter books for kids read by Mark Strehl
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Join Fox 32 Chicago for a cozy, winter-themed story time with meteorologist Mark Strehl - filmed at the Chicago Public Library as part of Fox 32’s 2025 Holiday Special. Mark joins Librarian Megan and reads classic winter favorites in the Thomas Hughes Children’s Library at Harold Washington Library Center, followed by rhymes, movement songs, and a fun snow-themed craft. Join us in the reading room and see why Chicago Public Library is the destination for curious kids throughout Chicago!

Chicago woman charged with using 12-year-old daughter in insulin scam robbery

A Chicago woman is facing several felony charges after prosecutors said she lured a man into a vehicle, took hundreds of dollars from him and tried to force him out of the car when he demanded his money back.

Drone busts 3 men stealing from moving freight train on Chicago's South Side
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Three men are facing charges after sheriff's police said a burglary on a moving freight train was captured by a railroad drone earlier this month on Chicago's South Side.

Drone busts 3 men stealing from moving freight train on Chicago's South Side

Three men are facing charges after sheriff's police said a burglary on a moving freight train was captured by a railroad drone earlier this month on Chicago's South Side.

Police officers hurt in crash on Chicago's South Side

Two Chicago police officers were injured in a crash on Monday night in the Marynook neighborhood, the second collision involving a CPD vehicle in less than 24 hours.