Northwestern University names Mung Chiang as next president

Northwestern University named Mung Chiang, the president of Purdue University since 2023, as its new president on Monday.

 California judge bans Kars4Kids ads over misleading claims | ChicagoLIVE
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A California judge has ordered Kars4Kids to stop airing its ads in the state, ruling the charity’s longtime jingle-based campaign misled donors by failing to disclose who the proceeds support. 

Funeral services announced for fallen Chicago firefighter

Funeral services have been announced for a Chicago Fire Department member who died last week during a training exercise.

Violence interrupters call for more CTA outreach after bus kidnapping | ChicagoLIVE
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Violence interrupter and “Mr. Ceasefire” Tio Hardiman joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss CTA safety after a shocking bus kidnapping involving a driver held at knifepoint. Hardiman explains why his organization wants to deploy more outreach workers across CTA buses and trains, how violence interrupters help defuse conflicts before they turn deadly and why he believes community-based solutions are critical heading into the summer months.

Chicago population up for third year in a row, new Census data shows | ChicagoNOW
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New U.S. Census estimates show Chicago’s population increased for the third year in a row, while fast-growing suburbs like Plainfield and Lockport continue to expand. Chicago Tribune reporter Robert McCoppin breaks down what the latest numbers reveal about where people are moving across Chicagoland.

Suspected hantavirus case in Illinois tests negative, health officials say

Illinois health officials say a suspected hantavirus case in northern Illinois that was believed to be unrelated to the cruise ship outbreak has tested negative.

Pritzker blasts Johnson’s last-minute push to keep Bears in Chicago
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Gov. JB Pritzker accused Mayor Brandon Johnson of showing up "late in the game" Monday after Johnson’s renewed effort to stop the Bears from leaving Chicago for Arlington Heights.

Billy Goat Tavern owner Sam Sianis remembered as Chicago honors a food legend
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Paul and Bill Sianis reflect on the life and legacy of Billy Goat Tavern owner Sam Sianis, sharing memories of the iconic Chicago institution, tributes pouring in, and what comes next for the famous tavern.

Pritzker blasts Johnson’s last-minute push to keep Bears in Chicago

Pritzker accused Johnson of showing up "late in the game" after a renewed effort to stop the Bears from leaving Chicago for Arlington Heights.

Inside the hidden world of Lake Michigan’s endangered alligator snapping turtles | ChicagoNOW
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Lake Michigan is home to more wildlife than most people realize, including the rare and endangered alligator snapping turtle. A new local photo essay is giving people a closer look at these incredible creatures and the effort to protect them.

Body found in Des Plaines identified as missing Glenview man: police

Authorities have identified a man found dead in Des Plaines earlier this month as an 88-year-old Glenview resident who had been reported missing.

Expert analysis: Chicago population rises for third straight year
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Dylan Sharkey of the Illinois Policy Institute breaks down why Chicago is seeing population growth again, how it compares to other major cities, and what housing costs may have to do with the shift.