Chicago weather: Heat continues as wildfire smoke increases Thursday

The heat isn't going anywhere yet, but thicker wildfire smoke is expected to move into Chicagoland Thursday. Here's what to expect.

Two girls escape suspicious encounter near Forest View park, police say

Two young girls are safe after reporting a frightening encounter with a stranger near a west suburban park, and Forest View police are asking the public for help identifying the driver involved.

Waukegan car show shooting: Suspect arrested, charged with attempted murder

A suspect is in custody after a man was shot during the Scoop Waukegan Car Show and Festival in downtown Waukegan over the weekend, authorities said.

Two girls escape suspicious encounter near Forest View park, police say
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Two young girls are safe after reporting a frightening encounter with a stranger near a west suburban park, and Forest View police are asking the public for help identifying the driver involved.

City Council blocks mayor's CHA picks, Carol Ammons investigation | The Chicago Report
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The City Council blocked Mayor Brandon Johnson's CHA commissioner picks. And, Springfield is still making headlines after launching an investigation into the misconduct allegations against Rep. Carol Ammons. All this and more on "The Chicago Report.

Chicago plays key role as DOJ trade fraud crackdown tops $1 billion in recoveries, charges

Federal law enforcement gathered Tuesday to announce that the Department of Justice's Trade Fraud Task Force has surpassed $1 billion in civil and criminal recoveries, penalties, forfeitures and publicly charged losses since its launch in August 2025.

Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool drained again for repairs after setbacks

The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool has been completely drained as crew members initiate another round of repairs following months of persistent complications at the iconic National Mall landmark.

Cyclosporiasis outbreak: What to know before your next grocery trip
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Dr. Stockton Mayer, an infectious diseasees specialist at UI Health, joins us to talk more about cyclosporiasis and how the cases in Illinois compare to other states. 

Goodbye middle seat: United Airlines announces new seating option

United Airlines is introducing a new Economy Plus seating option that replaces the traditional middle seat with an open space and shared table.

Chicago reacts after ICE halts most traffic-stop arrests
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U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents have been instructed to suspend most vehicle stops nationwide during immigration enforcement operations.