Pregnant woman stabbed 70 times in deadly Downers Grove apartment fire: court docs

Authorities have released new details in the investigation of an apartment fire in Downers Grove that left a pregnant woman dead and led to murder charges against a 19-year-old man.

19-year-old arrested in child sex crime investigation: officials

A 19-year-old has been arrested for traveling to meet a child to engage in sexual acts, according to LaSalle County Sheriff's office.

How much data does TikTok collect? Expert explains | ChicagoLIVE
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Data privacy expert Harry Maugans says TikTok’s updated privacy policy highlights how user data can be collected and analyzed beyond what people intentionally post.

Charlie Kirk murder: Attorneys for suspect Tyler Robinson don't want video of murder introduced as evidence

Lawyers for Tyler Robinson, the man accused of killing Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk, are asking a Utah judge to block video of the fatal shooting from being introduced as evidence at a hearing scheduled for Feb. 3.

Lurie Children’s plans new pediatric hospital in Downers Grove | ChicagoLIVE
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Lurie Children’s Hospital is beginning plans on a new pediatric hospital in the Downers Grove area. This facility would be the first inpatient hospital outside of downtown Chicago. 

Four arrested after burglary interrupted in downtown Hinsdale: police

Four suspects were arrested after police interrupted a burglary in downtown Hinsdale on Tuesday, according to Hinsdale Police.

Viral video shows man stomped during chaotic gas station brawl as teen is arrested

An Arkansas teenager is behind bars and another man is in the hospital with serious injuries after video of a brutal fight at a local gas station went viral last weekend. 

Local sled hockey star headed to 2026 Paralympics | ChicagoLIVE
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Brody Roybal, who become the youngest U.S. sled hockey player to win Paralympic gold, will represent Team USA at the Milano Cortina Games. 

WA-based Costco's famous rotisserie chicken hit with class-action lawsuit

Costco is facing a class-action lawsuit accusing the warehouse retailer of falsely advertising that its Kirkland Signature Seasoned Rotisserie Chicken contains no preservatives, according to court documents.

Monument Moment: Beardless Lincoln
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A lesser-known Lincoln statue in Chicago’s Lincoln Square shows the future president clean-shaven, honoring his many pre-presidency visits to the city—before a young girl’s letter helped inspire the beard we all recognize today.

Federal Reserve keeps rate unchanged in 1st meeting of 2026

The Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged even as it's facing mounting pressure from President Trump to be lowered. Here's a look at what's ahead for the central bank in 2026.

Yale to offer free tuition to families making less than $200K a year

Yale announced it will offer free tuition to families making less than $200,000 and waive all expenses for those making under $100,000.

Chicago's Southeast Side residents renew push against PSI Quantum development
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After the Chicago Board rejected a referendum request, Southeast Side residents say they are doubling down on efforts to give voters a say on the proposed PSI Quantum development.