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.

Video shows suburban man fatally shot by ISP during struggle in Chicago

Illinois State Police released video of a fatal officer-involved shooting on Chicago's South Side last month that left a suburban man dead after a struggle with officers.

Video shows fatal shooting of suburban Chicago man by ISP | GRAPHIC CONTENT
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Illinois State Police released video Friday from a fatal officer-involved shooting on Chicago’s South Side that left a Markham man dead after a struggle with officers.

Chicago suburb house explosion: 1 killed, 2 others injured

One person was killed and two others were hurt after a house explosion in a Chicago suburb Sunday night, officials said.

House explodes in Chicago suburb
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A house explosion occurred Sunday night in northwest suburban Wonder Lake.