Chicago named the 'Best Big City' in the US for 10th straight year

Chicago has been named the “Best Big City" in the United States by Condé Nast Traveler in their annual Readers' Choice Awards for the 10th straight year.

Nolan Wells’ friends sue NFL legend Terrell Owens for defamation

Three friends of Nolan Wells, the 18-year-old who died after a boat outing with friends in Mississippi, are suing NFL Hall of Famer Terrell Owens for defamation.

Chicago officials unveil plan for remaining Cabrini-Green land
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The Chicago Housing Authority has presented a development plan for 43 acres of undeveloped land in Cabrini, with a focus on affordable housing, community resources and preserving the neighborhood’s legacy.

 Northbrook residents push back against plan to demolish Meadow Plaza
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Hundreds of residents packed a Plan Commission meeting to oppose Pulte Homes' proposal to demolish Meadow Plaza and build three condo buildings, with heated reactions over traffic and the future of downtown Northbrook.

Study finds higher levels of everyday chemicals in baby teeth of kids with autism

A pilot study from The University of Texas at San Antonio Health Science Center found higher levels of several potentially harmful chemicals in the primary teeth of children with autism compared with children without autism.

Rogue towing crackdown: How Chicago drivers can spot a scam
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A new Chicago Inspector General report explains how rogue tow truck operators target drivers after crashes, how the city is cracking down and what you should check before handing over your vehicle.

8 South Side businesses hit by string of break-ins, police say
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Eight South Side businesses were burglarized over two mornings, with thieves smashing windows and stealing cash registers as business owners call for more security and police presence.

Chicago weather: Warm, quiet stretch continues before Sunday rain chance

Our quiet weather pattern will continue through the workweek, but remnants of a tropical system could bring rain chances to the area by the end of the weekend.

Chicago Heights pharmaceutical glass plant closes, 172 workers laid off
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Gerresheimer has shut down its Chicago Heights facility after years of production, laying off 172 workers as the company cites declining sales and shifts pharmaceutical glass manufacturing to operations in Italy and India.