Federal lawsuit targets major cannabis companies
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A federal class-action lawsuit is drawing comparisons between the cannabis industry and big tobacco. 

Chicago cyclist faces long recovery after being hit by SUV
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Horacio Arroyo's life changed in an instant. The 22-year-old was riding his bike when he was hit by a speeding SUV. Now, he can't walk. 

Chicago graduate says diploma was withheld after viral graduation split

A Chicago high school graduate says a celebratory dance move during her commencement ceremony left her without the diploma she worked four years to earn.

Chicago graduate says diploma was withheld after viral graduation split
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A Chicago high school graduate says a celebratory dance move during her commencement ceremony left her without the diploma she worked four years to earn.

Chicago mourns Spencer Leak Jr., leader of Leak & Sons Funeral Homes
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Spencer Leak Jr., who spent more than four decades helping lead the family-owned Leak & Sons Funeral Homes and serving Chicago families in their times of need, has died at age 56.

Teen takeovers: Why they're happening and how parents can help
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Why are teen takeovers happening in the Chicago area and across the country? And what can parents do to prevent their children from taking part? Michae Wiley, a mental health clinician, joins us. 

Bears stadium plans remain uncertain after Illinois lawmakers miss key vote
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A last-minute stadium proposal passed the Illinois Senate but stalled in the House, leaving the Chicago Bears’ future stadium plans in Arlington Heights or Hammond, Indiana unresolved as the team continues evaluating both sites.

Naperville police prepare for possible teen takeover downtown
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Naperville police say extra officers will be stationed downtown ahead of a possible teen gathering, warning there will be zero tolerance for criminal activity or behavior that threatens public safety.

Groom, pilot killed in Georgia helicopter crash; bride injured

A bride and groom leaving their wedding were among three people aboard a helicopter that crashed in Dawson County.

How the Chief’s $3B stadium move echoes Bears’ ongoing debate | ChicagoLIVE
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As the Kansas City Chiefs explore a new stadium in Kansas, the effort underscores many of the same hurdles facing the Chicago Bears in their quest for a new home. 

DOJ halts Trump’s $1.8B ‘Anti-Weaponization Fund’ following court order

The Trump administration’s plan to provide financial compensation to individuals who claimed they were prosecuted for political reasons, including those who stormed the U.S. Capitol five years ago, has been put on ice, possibly permanently.

Driver killed in struggle with Oak Park officer during traffic stop: police

A driver is dead after being shot by an Oak Park police officer during a struggle over a firearm following a traffic stop Sunday night, authorities said.

Experts rank the best used cars for teen drivers in 2026

A new study is providing parents with affordable and safe ways to assist their teen drivers in getting out on the road.