City responds after 70-year-old pleads to escape unsafe Chicago apartment
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A broken elevator has left 70-year-old Yvette Thomas relying on the stairs to get in and out of her South Side apartment building. Now, even the stairwell is raising concerns.

Three Chicago aldermen are stepping down. Is it becoming a trend?
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Chicago politics seem to be going through a transition. Three Chicago City Aldermen have announced their plans to exit. But is this becoming a trend? 

Ald. Matt O'Shea to not seek re-election in 2027
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Ald. Matt O'Shea has announced he is not seeking re-election in 2027. He is the third council member to announce that they aren't seeking re-election. 

Man armed with hedge trimmer fatally shot by Des Plaines officer, police say

Authorities on Thursday released new details about a fatal officer-involved shooting in Des Plaines, saying a man allegedly advanced toward an officer with an electric hedge trimmer before the officer fired gunshots.

Chicago health officials warn of possible measles exposure at Union Station
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Health officials are warning of a possible measles exposure at Chicago's Union Station after an out-of-state traveler with a confirmed case passed through the station late last month.

Joliet man dies after being struck by vehicle, declining medical care, police say

A 40-year-old man died Wednesday after he was struck by a vehicle, declined medical care and later was found unresponsive at his Joliet apartment, police said.

Chicago health officials warn of possible measles exposure at Union Station

Health officials are warning of a possible measles exposure at Chicago's Union Station after an out-of-state traveler with a confirmed case passed through the station late last month.

Elgin man sentenced to 65 years for murder of pregnant ex-wife

An Elgin man has been sentenced to 65 years in prison for the 2024 stabbing death of his pregnant former wife.

Chicago weather: Sunshine and 80s ahead before rain returns

Chicago will see mostly cloudy skies and mild temperatures today with warmer sunshine Friday and Saturday,

Rosemont celebrates 70 years with new public art installation
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Rosemont is marking its 70th anniversary with “Rosemont in Bloom,” a public art display featuring 20 sculptures created by artists from across the Chicago area.

Des Plaines police shooting victim’s history with officers revealed
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New details are emerging about 21-year-old Ayham Babidi, who was shot and killed by a Des Plaines police officer, including a prior arrest at the same home just one month earlier.

New Ryan Field set to open Oct. 2 with single-game tickets on sale
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Northwestern’s new $875 million Ryan Field is nearing completion in Evanston, with 35,000 seats, premium fan experiences and single-game tickets now available ahead of its Oct. 2 opening.

Charges filed in deadly bus stop shooting near YMCA on Chicago's South Side

A 15-year-old boy has been charged with first-degree murder in connection with an April shooting that killed a 16-year-old boy and seriously injured a 16-year-old girl on Chicago’s South Side.

Man stabbed in Chicago's Loop; 1 in custody

A man was taken into custody after allegedly stabbing someone during a fight early Thursday morning in Chicago's Loop.

Chicago weather: Humid start gives way to sunny skies

Chicago gets a warm, mostly sunny day after a humid start, with comfortable weather tonight and warmer temperatures through the weekend.

Boy, 16, dies after shooting at Chicago skate park

A 16-year-old boy was fatally shot Wednesday night in the skate park area of Chicago’s Grant Park.