Inside Chicago's teen takeovers: Organizers say violence isn't the goal

While some events have ended in fights, shootings, and arrests, the people helping organize them say the gatherings were never intended to become synonymous with violence.

Inside Chicago's teen takeovers: Organizers say violence isn't the goal
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While some events have ended in fights, shootings, and arrests, the people helping organize them say the gatherings were never intended to become synonymous with violence.

DuSable Black History Museum celebrates Juneteenth
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The nation’s oldest independent Black history museum is marking Juneteenth with food, history, entertainment, and more. President and CEO Perri Irmer breaks down the celebration.

Soccer jersey craze returning during World Cup
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Whether they have a story to tell, show support for a team, or just a fashion statement, the World Cup is bringing back the soccer jersey craze.

Obama Presidential Center opens its doors to the public
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The Obama Presidential Center is now open to the public on Chicago’s South Side. Visitors can access the campus daily from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Obama Center opens, storm recovery and World Cup fever hits Chicago | Week in Review
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This week on "Week in Review," we look at the star-studded opening of the Obama Presidential Center, ongoing storm cleanup in northwest Indiana, hate crime charges after a cross-burning incident and a major police shooting settlement. We also cover teen takeover debates at City Hall, concerns over lead pipes, a popular club raising its entry age, an exclusive look inside ComEd's control center, World Cup excitement across Chicago and much more.

Innovative exoskeleton therapy for stroke survivors developed in Chicago | ChicagoLIVE
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Researchers at Northwestern University and Shirley Ryan AbilityLab have developed a first-of-its-kind rehabilitation system that uses robotic exoskeletons to virtually connect therapists with stroke survivors during recovery.

Looking for a new job? So are 45% of Chicagoans | ChicagoLIVE
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Nearly half of U.S. professionals, including 45% in Chicago, plan to look for a new job in the second half of 2026. Robert Half’s Derek Walsh explains what’s driving the trend.

Former Ald. George Cardenas talks bid for Chicago mayor in 2027 | ChicagoLIVE
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Former Ald. George Cardenas joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss his decision to enter the 2027 Chicago mayoral race and the priorities he plans to focus on if elected.

New Air Force One delivered to Joint Base Andrews

The plane still has to complete its commissioning flights, and will help " relieve pressure" on the currently fleet, which has been in operation since the George H.W. Bush administration.

Cook County Jail to host Father's Day event | ChicagoLIVE
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Dr. Mica Batlle, founder of Bridge to Freedom, joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss Cook County Jail's Father's Day event and its impact on incarcerated people.

Court restores Ohio rules limiting kids’ access to social media

A federal appeals court has cleared the way for Ohio to enforce a law requiring parental permission before children under 16 can create or maintain social media accounts. 

Why Lou Malnati's is closing its longtime Gold Coast restaurant

After 15 years in the heart of the Gold Coast, Lou Malnati's flagship pizzeria will close permanently June 30 after the building's owner declined to renew the lease.

'Everything happened so wrong': Family seeks accountability after Mundelein police shooting
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Community members in Mundelein are demanding justice for Mary Alice Love, who was fatally shot by police during a reported mental health crisis. Her family and attorney are calling for answers and accountability.

Teething toy, sold on Amazon, recalled after choking reports

More than 70,000 teething toys sold on Amazon have been recalled after choking incidents. Parents are urged to stop using them immediately.

Chicago West Side restaurant destroyed in early morning fire
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A fire tore through a business on Chicago's West Side this morning. Fox Chicago's Brittany Toolis reports live from the scene.

Government regulations add nearly $132K to cost of new home, builders say

Government regulations now add roughly $132,000 to the cost of a typical newly built home, according to a new study from the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), as industry leaders warn that mounting costs are worsening the nation's housing affordability challenges.