Chicago weather: Storms could bring heavy rain and 60 mph winds today

Scattered storms with heavy rain and gusty winds are possible today before quieter weather returns Thursday and warmer temperatures arrive for the weekend.

Downtown Chicago boxing showcase provides opportunities for youth talent
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Chicago Park District is hosting a youth boxing showcase in downtown Chicago Wednesday at Daley Plaza, bringing youth athletes from across the city to compete. Fox Chicago's Brian Jackson talked to organizers and athletes about what the event means to them.

Hundreds of swimmers dive into Lake Michigan for cancer research
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National nonprofit Swim Across America is holding its annual swim event Saturday to raise money for cancer research. Event director Alyse Mauro Mason explains the history of the event and how it supports cancer research in Chicago.

Chicago church expands 'Food for Life' food pantry
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New Life Covenant Church Southeast is expanding its Food for Life food pantry to 79th Street, furthering its mission to help feed people. Church founder and lead pastor John Hannah talks about why he wanted to expand the food pantry and what you can do to help support its mission.

Crews recover sunken boat from Lake Michigan in Chicago

A boat recovery operation was underway Wednesday along Chicago's lakefront after a 42-foot vessel sank the night before.

Crews recover sunken boat from Lake Michigan in Chicago
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A boat recovery operation was underway Wednesday along Chicago's lakefront after a 42-foot vessel sank the night before.

2 killed in fiery crash on I-88 in Aurora
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Two people were killed in a fiery overnight crash on I-88 in Aurora, according to Illinois State Police.

2 killed in fiery crash on I-88 in Aurora, ISP says

Two people were killed in a fiery overnight crash on I-88 in Aurora, according to Illinois State Police.

Chicagoland faces off-and-on rain today, with heavier storms possible this evening

Keep the umbrella handy today. Chicago won't see nonstop rain, but showers and storms could pop up almost anytime, with the heaviest rain possible this evening.

Ballot laws lawsuit, Mayor Johnson's finance director resigns | The Chicago Report
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Chicago alderman and independent Congressional candidate Byron Sigcho-Lopez is taking Illinois' ballot laws to federal court. And, Mayor Brandon Johnson's director of the office of budget and management has announced she is leaving her post. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."

Suburban Chicago real estate professional, girlfriend found dead after Wisconsin kayaking trip

A 20-year-old suburban Chicago real estate professional remembered by coworkers as "wise beyond his years" is being mourned after he and his girlfriend were found dead following a kayaking trip near Washington Island, Wisconsin.

Aurora hosts 50th Beep Baseball World Series
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A form of baseball focusing on sound is giving those who are blind or visually impaired a chance to play. This week, the world series is happening in Aurora. 

Chicago Sky Guard Gabriela Jaquez talks Weiner’s Circle collaboration
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The Chicago Sky and The Weiner’s Circle have teamed up for a new collaboration aimed at spreading positivity. Sky guard Gabriela Jaquez shares more about the partnership and the inspiration behind bringing the two Chicago staples together.

Homer Glen shelter-in-place order issued due to barricaded subject

Residents in a Homer Glen neighborhood have been ordered to shelter in place as authorities respond to a barricaded suspect following a home invasion in nearby Darien, officials said.