Chicago leaders back ordinance to treat squatters as trespassers | ChicagoLIVE
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A Chicago City Council committee has approved a measure that would classify squatters as trespassers, making it easier for police to remove and charge them. 

Lululemon faces probe over ‘forever chemicals’ linked to long-term health risks | ChicagoLIVE
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Lululemon is facing new scrutiny as regulators investigate potential use of PFAS in its apparel. Experts say the chemicals have been associated with serious health risks and environmental concerns.  

White House study says DEI policies cost US economy by promoting unqualified managers

The White House released a study that found diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies hinder productivity by leading to inefficient management that undercuts economic growth.

Illinois bill would fund housing, services for residents leaving prison | ChicagoLIVE
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A proposed bill would expand housing and support services for people returning from prison. Advocates say the plan could help address housing instability and generate long-term economic benefits for communities. 

Allbirds stock soars as shoemaker announces pivot to AI

Allbirds plans to rebrand as “NewBird AI" and shift from sustainable footwear to artificial intelligence.

Suburban Chicago museum’s Titanic exhibit takes on water on eerie anniversary

A powerful round of storms left a suburban Chicago museum with an eerie situation: Its Titanic exhibit flooded overnight, on the anniversary of the disaster.

Chicago City Council fails to override mayor's veto on tipped wage ordinance
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Chicago aldermen failed Wednesday to override Mayor Brandon Johnson’s veto, clearing the way for tipped workers’ wages to continue rising toward the city’s full minimum wage.

Chicago alders fail to override mayor's veto on tipped wage ordinance

Chicago aldermen failed Wednesday to override Mayor Brandon Johnson’s veto, clearing the way for tipped workers’ wages to continue rising toward the city’s full minimum wage.

 ‘Senior Assassin’ game linked to local arrests, police issue warnings | ChicagoNOW
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A popular high school game known as “Senior Assassin” is drawing police attention after multiple incidents involving toy guns mistaken for real weapons. Authorities say the game has led to arrests and even a school lockdown. 

Xanax, popular anxiety medication, recalled: What to know

A specific lot of Xanax, a medication prescribed for treating anxiety and panic disorders, is being recalled nationwide. Here's what to know.

Trump, Pope Leo XIV clash draws reaction from religious leaders | ChicagoNOW
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Tensions escalate between President Donald Trump and Pope Leo XIV after the president criticized the Chicago-born pope’s stance on global conflict and shared a controversial AI image of himself as a religious figure. 

Portage High School put on lockdown after shooting threat, police investigating

Some schools in northwest Indiana were placed on lockdown Wednesday morning after a caller claimed they were outside a local high school with guns and intended to carry out a shooting.

Former Chicago-area nonprofit executive sentenced in $1.9M fraud case

A former Chicago-area nonprofit executive has been sentenced to federal prison for orchestrating fraud schemes that siphoned nearly $2 million in public funds.

Dolton police, SWAT secure scene after standoff tied to domestic shooting

Police and SWAT officers secured a scene Wednesday afternoon after a standoff involving a person wanted in connection with a domestic-related shooting, authorities said.