Chicago weather: Sunshine, hazy skies before Friday storms

Sunshine and comfortable temperatures stick around today before Chicago heats up and storms return Friday. Here's what to expect.

Apalachee High School shooter Colt Gray gets life without parole

Colt Gray, 16, was sentenced Tuesday to life without parole for the September 2024 Apalachee High School shooting in Barrow County.

Bodycam video: Tony Romo OWI arrest in Milwaukee

Former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo was arrested for OWI, first offense, in Milwaukee on Thursday, July 23. Now, the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office released body camera video of the incident.

Contractor found dead in Downers Grove sewer after extensive search
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A contractor was found dead Tuesday afternoon after becoming trapped inside a Downers Grove storm sewer during a construction accident.

Contractor who died in Downers Grove storm sewer identified

The body of the second contractor worker trapped inside a Downers Grove storm sewer was recovered Tuesday afternoon, officials said.

1-on-1 with Bret Bielema: "We have one of the best homefield advantages in the Big Ten" | Fox Chicago Sports
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Sam Panayotovich goes 1-on-1 with Illini head football coach Bret Bielema at Big Ten Media day. Bielema talks about the challenges of sustaining success and needing to win road games to take the next step. Also, Bielema charts the growth of the Illini program and how he's helped create one of the biggest homefield advantages in the Big Ten. Plus, how has the Big Ten been able to catch the SEC in championship success?

Gary Fourth of July shooting claims 2nd victim as injured uncle dies: family

A Fourth of July weekend shooting in Gary has now claimed a second life after the 51-year-old man who was critically injured in the attack died from his injuries, according to a family spokesperson.

Ring camera captures federal agents storming Chicago home without warrant

A Chicago homeowner is suing the federal government after Ring camera footage allegedly captured CBP agents entering his Lake View property without a warrant during an immigration raid.

How Northwestern is bringing quantum internet closer to reality  | ChicagoLIVE
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Northwestern researchers successfully sent entangled photons through a 24.4-kilometer fiber-optic cable connecting Evanston and downtown Chicago while carrying internet traffic. Professor Prem Kumar explains how the breakthrough could bring quantum internet closer to reality.

Ring camera captures federal agents entering Chicago property without warrant
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A Lake View homeowner is suing the federal government after Ring doorbell video allegedly shows Border Patrol agents entering his property without a warrant, sparking claims of trespassing, property damage and constitutional rights violations.

Fox River boat crash victim identified; charges filed against Lisle man

The woman killed in a devastating boat crash on the Fox River over the weekend has now been identified as the man accused of causing the collision remains jailed while facing felony charges.

Mayfair Academy of Fine Arts to honor Michelle Obama at Obama Presidential Center | ChicagoLIVE
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As a Mayfair Academy of Fine Arts alumna, Michelle Obama will be honored by the school at the Obama Presidential Center this weekend. Director Peggy Sutton joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss the significance of the occasion.

St. Margaret of Scotland Church celebrates 150th anniversary | ChicagoLIVE
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St. Margaret of Scotland Church is celebrating its 150th anniversary. Alfreda Rogers joins ChicagoLIVE to share the history behind the milestone and what the church has planned for the celebration.

California family members claim they were attacked at luxury Maui resort during violent melee

A California family claims it was targeted in a racially motivated attack at a luxury Maui resort after a group allegedly hurled chairs and beat relatives ranging from teenagers to senior citizens.

Schiller Pond floating wetland pilot program sees some success | ChicagoLIVE
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A pilot wetland restoration project at Schiller Pond is helping improve water quality and restore the ecosystem. Mike Feldmann of the Forest Preserves of Cook County explains how the project works.

How Chicago violence prevention efforts are reshaping crime in the city | ChicagoLIVE
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At least 24 people were shot in Chicago over the past weekend, raising questions about how this can be prevented. Bradly Johnson, CEO of Build Chicago, joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss violence prevention efforts and the work being done to create safer communities.