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Judge orders Trump administration to stop California National Guard troop deployment in Los Angeles
A federal judge on Wednesday ordered the Trump administration to stop deploying California National Guard troops in Los Angeles and return control of the service members to California Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Cirque du Soleil performers preview 'Twas the Night Before at Chicago Theatre
Two Cirque du Soleil performers give a sneak peek of their rollerskating act and what audiences can expect when the holiday production “’Twas the Night Before…” opens at the Chicago Theatre.
Chicago Starbucks workers rally for International Day of Solidarity
Unionized Starbucks workers are rallying outside the Chicago reserve roastery this morning as part of an International Day of Solidarity that's spanning 10 countries today.
Carmel Catholic students launch big toy drive to give back all year long
Students at Carmel Catholic High School are leading a major toy drive, spreading holiday generosity throughout the entire year.
Jubilant Sykes, Grammy-nominated opera singer, killed after dispute with son at Santa Monica home
Grammy-nominated opera singer Jubilant Sykes was killed following a dispute with his son at their Santa Monica home.
Chicago man arrested 15 minutes after fatally shooting woman, police say
Chicago police say a 29-year-old man was arrested about 15 minutes after fatally shooting a woman on Monday.
Chicago crime: Man charged in West Side shooting
A Chicago man was charged in connection with a shooting last month in the Homan Square neighborhood.
Chicago Auto Show 2026: Dates set, new features revealed
Dates and plans for the 2026 Chicago Auto Show have been announced.
Lurie Children's launches genetics and rare diseases division behind $11M gift
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago has received an $11 million gift to establish the Edwards Family Division of Genetics and Rare Diseases.
Chicago weather: Get ready for more snow
More light snow and strong winds today lead into a midweek snowfall and dangerously cold arctic air arriving by the weekend.
Man fatally shot by Chicago police during stolen car investigation
A man was fatally shot by a Chicago police officer Tuesday night after allegedly dragging an officer during a struggle inside a vehicle linked to a stolen-car investigation on the city’s Northwest Side.
Man found dead in Chicago Ridge home, 1 in custody, police say
A suspect is in custody after a man was found dead in suburban Chicago Ridge early Monday morning.
Royal Caribbean passenger who died was served 33 drinks, according to lawsuit
In a case that could have significant implications for the cruise industry, the family of Michael Virgil, a 35-year-old man who died aboard a Royal Caribbean cruise, has filed a lawsuit against the company.
President Obama surprises Chicago elementary school students
Former President Barack Obama was back in town to surprise elementary school students.
Feds demand changes to improve Chicago transit system safety
Riders could see more police presence on CTA trains and buses after the Trump administration is demanding changes to make the system safer.
After ICE leaves Chicago, Little Village businesses recover slowly
Just weeks after federal immigration agents left Chicago, many largely Latino communities like Little Village are slowly seeing things get back to normal but are still feeling the impact.
White Sox win MLB draft lottery and have top pick for first time since taking Harold Baines in 1977
The White Sox won MLB's amateur draft lottery and will have the top pick for the first time since taking Harold Baines in 1977.
Little Village businesses see slow recovery after ICE leaves Chicago
Little Village business owners say the neighborhood feels different since ICE agents left Chicago.
Broken elevator makes disabled Chicago area woman 'feel like a prisoner'
Joyce Isom says she’s been trapped inside her home for three months since the only elevator in her apartment building went out of service.