Mega Projects bill makes its way to IL Senate as Bears meet with NFL
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As Illinois state lawmakers continue to weigh the "Mega Projects" bill that the Chicago Bears want passed to build a new stadium, team officials are meeting with the NFL's Stadium Committee on their future plans.

Photo shows Cole Allen in hotel room before attack as DOJ moves to keep him jailed: investigators

Investigators say the man accused of trying to storm the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner and attempting to kill President Donald Trump took a photo of himself in his hotel room just minutes before the attack. 

Ex-FBI Director Comey indicted again in probe over online post officials call a Trump threat

Former FBI Director James Comey was indicted again Tuesday, this time over a social media photo of seashells arranged on a beach that officials say amounted to a threat against President Donald Trump.

NeighborSpace brings green space to Chicago
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An organization called NeighborSpace is helping transform Chicago’s “concrete jungle,” encouraging residents to get their hands in the dirt.

Military recruiting surge: Hegseth says recruits being turned away

Military recruiting is up, so much so that Hegseth said this week recruits are being turned away. The military wants to budget for another 44,500 troops next year.

FBI raids northwest Indiana restaurants in illegal gambling probe

Federal agents carried out court-authorized searches Wednesday at several businesses in northwest Indiana as part of an illegal gambling investigation.

BP profit doubles as US gas prices hit highest levels since Iran war began

Petroleum giant BP has earned more than double its profit since the conflict with Iran began two months ago, far exceeding last year’s total. 

Griffin Museum of Science and Industry launches after-hours “Thrift Lab” event
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The Griffin Museum of Science and Industry is introducing a new after-hours experience called Thrift Lab featuring the Lillstreet Art Center community, with hands-on demonstrations and sustainable fashion tips.

New Chicago legislation aims to protect domestic violence survivors in the workplace
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A proposed measure discussed Ald. Monet Wilson (2nd) seeks to protect domestic violence survivors from workplace retaliation and encourage them to speak up without fear of losing their jobs.

How to keep kids safe in the water before summer | ChicagoNOW
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Drowning is the leading cause of accidental death for children ages 1 to 4, and experts say prevention starts now. Leaders from Lurie Children’s and Goldfish Swim School share steps parents can take to keep kids safe in the water. 

Teens charged in string of armed robberies across Chicago

Two teenage boys were charged in connection with three armed robberies last month across a pair of Chicago neighborhoods.