Smash-and-grab caught on camera at Chicago cannabis store, suspects on the run
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Chicago police are searching for a group of suspects caught on camera smashing their way into a South Loop cannabis store early Monday. (Video credit: Grasshopper Club) 

Large pothole on I-80 prompts emergency lane closure
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A lane of Interstate 80 has been closed for emergency repairs of a large pothole, prompting a bottleneck on the expressway.

Was Portnoy’s 7.2 fair at 50+ year Chicago pizza spot La Villa? | Second Bite
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After Dave Portnoy gave La Villa a 7.2, we went back to the Old Irving Park staple to see what happened next. But this story is bigger than a score. La Villa has been a family-run Chicago institution for more than 50 years, built by generations and still using original ovens and homemade recipes passed down over time. In this episode of Second Bite Pizza Review, we sit down with owner Christina to hear her reaction, step inside the kitchen and learn what makes this neighborhood favorite so special. Is the score fair… or is there more to the story?

‘Loved Trapped’ explores allegations, court battles tied to Clayton Echard case | ChicagoNOW
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Chicago journalist Stephani Young joins us to discuss “Love Trapped,” the hit podcast unpacking the headline-making paternity scandal involving former “Bachelor” star Clayton Echard.

How a Chicago bank teller once hung up on Pope Leo, who reportedly called from the Vatican to fix a number

A Chicago bank teller once hung up on Pope Leo, the first American pope, after he called from the Vatican to update his phone number on his account, one of his good friends recounted to a parish in late April.

Chicago hosts DNC officials in attempt to woo 2028 convention
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Chicago will take another major step in its bid to host the 2028 Democratic National Convention this week as top Democratic Party officials visit the city for a multi-day site tour.

Cyber extortion attacks on Canvas raise concerns for schools and students
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Privacy Bee CEO Harry Maugans discusses how a cyberattack involving Canvas has escalated into cyber extortion, why schools are being targeted by groups like ShinyHunters.

Man, 30, shot through door of home on Chicago's SW Side

A man was shot and seriously wounded early Monday morning in Chicago's Back of the Yards neighborhood.

DNC officials visit Chicago this week as 2028 convention bid moves forward

Chicago will take another major step in its bid to host the 2028 Democratic National Convention this week as top Democratic Party officials visit the city for a multi-day site tour.

Judge to decide whether to appoint Operation Midway Blitz special prosecutor
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A Cook County judge is set to hear a motion Monday in a growing legal fight over whether a special prosecutor should be appointed to investigate alleged misconduct by federal agents during "Operation Midway Blitz."

Crash on Chicago's NW Side leaves 7 injured

Seven people, including three teenage girls, were hurt in a crash Saturday night in Chicago's Belmont Gardens neighborhood.

Chicago weather: Chilly Monday gives way to big warmup

After a chilly start to the week with frost concerns, temperatures will steadily warm into the 70s and possibly near 80 by the weekend.

Jose Melesio: Cubs fan visiting Los Angeles dies in hit-and-run crash

A Cubs fan who traveled to Los Angeles never made it back to Chicago. Jose Melesio was killed in a hit-and-run crash during the Cubs-Dodgers series in late April.

Bulls land 4th pick, Bears rookie minicamp takeaways | Chicago Sports Tonight
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On this Mother's Day Edition of Chicago Sports Tonight, the ping pong balls finally bounced the Chicago Bulls' way, landing them a top-4 pick in the NBA Draft for the first time since 2020.  The Score's Chris Emma and ESPN Chicago's Pat the Designer join Tina Nguyen to break down what this moment means for the future of the franchise - and who the Bulls should target with the No. 4 & No. 15 overall picks in a loaded 2026 draft class. Plus, the Chicago Bears Rookie Minicamp is in the books, and the crew recaps the weekend and their biggest takeaways. And on the diamond, things are starting to turn on the Southside as the White Sox win another series, while the Cubs offense goes ice cold after getting shut out in back-to-back games in Texas