Chicago police seek suspect after sexually abusing woman on CTA bus

Chicago police are asking for the public’s help identifying a man accused of sexually abusing a woman on a CTA bus in the Little Italy neighborhood.

Chicago parking meter deal hits roadblock as aldermen seek changes

Chicago’s plan to finally get something back from the infamous 2008 parking meter deal ran into trouble Friday, after finance chair Pat Dowell chose to defer and publish the measure after sensing opposition to the ordinance.

Chicago community steps up to help 70-year-old woman leave troubled South Side building

After weeks of living with a broken elevator and other unsafe conditions, a 70-year-old Chicago woman is finally moving into a new subsidized apartment after FOX Chicago’s report prompted city action.

70-year-old Chicago woman gets fresh start after FOX 32 report: 'I'm on top of the world'
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After weeks of living with a broken elevator and other unsafe conditions, a 70-year-old Chicago woman is finally moving into a new subsidized apartment after FOX Chicago’s report prompted city action.

Pilsen family remembers social media influencer after suicide
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A Chicago family is remembering a woman who touched thousands of people both in her community and online. **If you or a loved one is feeling distressed, call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Line for free and confidential emotional support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Two Hyde Park coffee shops broken into overnight: "It's sad"
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Chicago police are investigating the overnight break-ins of at least two Hyde Park businesses — both of them coffee shops on 53rd Street and Hyde Park Boulevard. 

New details revealed about deaths of 3 beluga whales at Shedd Aquarium
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Preliminary necropsy findings found significant chronic gastrointestinal disease in rescued belugas Peekachu and Rain, while longtime Shedd resident Beethoven showed age-related health changes.

Chicago parking meter deal hits major roadblock as deadline nears
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A $2 billion parking meter deal faces growing opposition in City Council as aldermen push for changes and a Sept. 30 deadline approaches.

Beluga whale deaths, 'horrifying' school conditions and Illinois' heaviest pumpkin | Week in Review
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From residents pushing back against 75th Street crowds and Chicago school conditions to a fourth beluga death at Shedd Aquarium and the Cubs and White Sox clinching playoff spots, here's a look at this week's top stories.

Ford Heights officials charged in alleged scheme to spend village money on casino trips

Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul announced felony charges Friday against 11 current and former elected officials and employees of the village of Ford Heights, alleging they illegally used municipal funds for personal vacations and casino trips.

New details revealed about deaths of 3 beluga whales at Shedd Aquarium

Preliminary findings from post-mortem examinations of two rescued beluga whales and a longtime Shedd Aquarium resident are shedding new light on the animals' health, though veterinarians say the results do not point to a single cause of death.

Chicago parking meter deal vote postponed

The Chicago City Council was set to discuss and vote Friday on a deal that would hand control of the city's parking meters to a new owner. However, the city council adjourned without taking any action. The deadline for a decision is next week.

Chicago parking meter deal vote postponed
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The Chicago City Council was set to discuss and vote Friday on a deal that would hand control of the city's parking meters to a new owner. However, the council adjourned without taking any action. It now plans to discuss the parking meter deal next week.

Oswego shelter-in-place lifted: Welfare check led to hours-long police situation

A welfare check in Oswego, Illinois, escalated into an hours-long situation Friday morning after a shot was fired inside a home, prompting a shelter-in-place order.

Oswego shelter-in-place lifted, person in custody
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A welfare check in Oswego turned into an hours-long situation after a gun was fired inside a home. The person involved was taken into custody and a shelter-in-place order was lifted.

Chicago fire leaves man dead, 2 women injured

A fire at a home in Chicago on Friday left a man dead and two women injured.

Oswego shelter-in-place: 'Truly feel bad for him' neighbor says
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A welfare check led to an hours-long police situation in Oswego, Illinois, on Friday morning. A neighbor who knows the person involved became emotional, saying he hopes the person gets the help they need.

Welfare check leads to hours-long police situation
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A welfare check in Oswego, Illinois, turned into an hours-long situation after a gun was fired inside a home. Kendall County Emergency Management issued a shelter-in-place order for anyone living nearby, which remained in effect as of 8:40 a.m. Schools are expected to open on time, but buses will not enter the shelter-in-place zone to pick up students.