Illinois taking action as sexual assault survivors face ER delays
More than 400,000 people experience sexual violence in the U.S. each year, but many survivors face delays or are turned away from emergency rooms that lack specially trained nurses. A Unit 32 special report examines the nationwide shortage of Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners, the impact on survivors, and how new Illinois laws aim to improve access to timely, trauma-informed care.
More than 400,000 people experience sexual violence in the U.S. each year, but many survivors face delays or are turned away from emergency rooms that lack specially trained nurses. A Unit 32 special report examines the nationwide shortage of Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners, the impact on survivors, and how new Illinois laws aim to improve access to timely, trauma-informed care.
Chicago leaders push new enforcement powers for sanctuary city ordinance after Minneapolis tragedy
City alders advanced a proposal giving COPA authority to investigate police or officials who violate Chicago’s Welcoming City ordinance, a move leaders say is urgent following this past weekend’s events in Minneapolis.
City alders advanced a proposal giving COPA authority to investigate police or officials who violate Chicago’s Welcoming City ordinance, a move leaders say is urgent following this past weekend’s events in Minneapolis.
Homan in Minnesota as 'Melt ICE' Act gains momentum after federal agent shootings
Border czar Tom Homan met with state and local leaders in Minnesota as scrutiny intensifies over recent deadly shootings involving federal agents. The developments are fueling renewed attention on the Melt ICE Act, a proposal from Rep. Delia Ramirez that would dismantle DHS and defund ICE amid growing calls for accountability and oversight.
Border czar Tom Homan met with state and local leaders in Minnesota as scrutiny intensifies over recent deadly shootings involving federal agents. The developments are fueling renewed attention on the Melt ICE Act, a proposal from Rep. Delia Ramirez that would dismantle DHS and defund ICE amid growing calls for accountability and oversight.
Antonio Porter to be released on electronic monitoring after 22 years
Antonio Porter is expected to be released from Cook County Jail following a judge's order, more than 20 years after his conviction for a 2002 murder.
Antonio Porter is expected to be released from Cook County Jail following a judge's order, more than 20 years after his conviction for a 2002 murder.
Suburban Chicago man asked neighbor to hangout, was turned down so he returned with a machete: sheriff
The Cook County sheriff says the man asked his neighbor to hangout but was turned down. He then allegedly returned to the neighbor's home with a machete.
The Cook County sheriff says the man asked his neighbor to hangout but was turned down. He then allegedly returned to the neighbor's home with a machete.
Brookfield Zoo polar bears reveal dangers in arctic drilling | ChicagoLIVE
Scientists at Brookfield Zoo are studying polar bear behaviors to help conserve the species in the wild.
Scientists at Brookfield Zoo are studying polar bear behaviors to help conserve the species in the wild.
Southwest Airlines introduces assigned seating | ChicagoLIVE
Southwest Airlines is shifting from its decades-long open seating model and flight attendants say the new system will make boarding smoother and safer.
Southwest Airlines is shifting from its decades-long open seating model and flight attendants say the new system will make boarding smoother and safer.
Illinois hotels step up in fight against human trafficking | ChicagoLIVE
Hotel employees across Illinois are training to recognize signs of human trafficking as part of a statewide prevention effort.
Hotel employees across Illinois are training to recognize signs of human trafficking as part of a statewide prevention effort.
Doomsday Clock moves to 85 seconds – here’s what scientists say it means for humanity | ChicagoLIVE
The iconic Doomsday Clock inches closer to midnight, with University of Chicago physicist Daniel Holz noting nuclear risks, climate crises, and disruptive tech as key factors behind the 85-second mark.
The iconic Doomsday Clock inches closer to midnight, with University of Chicago physicist Daniel Holz noting nuclear risks, climate crises, and disruptive tech as key factors behind the 85-second mark.
United Center to sell THC beverages – here’s what you need to know | ChicagoLIVE
Senorita and RYTHM THC-infused drinks will be available for adult purchase at the United Center in early February.
Senorita and RYTHM THC-infused drinks will be available for adult purchase at the United Center in early February.
Chicago weather: Bitter cold and strong winds
Cold sticks around all week, with lake-effect snow possible later.
Cold sticks around all week, with lake-effect snow possible later.
Kelly Rowland, Kaytranada to headline Chicago’s Forever Mine Music Festival
A new festival celebrating R&B and house music is coming to Chicago this spring.
A new festival celebrating R&B and house music is coming to Chicago this spring.
Chicago-area man arrested after loaded gun found during courthouse screening: sheriff
A convicted felon from Bolingbrook was arrested Tuesday after authorities said he attempted to bring a loaded handgun into the Will County Courthouse.
A convicted felon from Bolingbrook was arrested Tuesday after authorities said he attempted to bring a loaded handgun into the Will County Courthouse.
Suburban Chicago man arrested after alleged violent encounter with federal immigration agents
A suburban Chicago man was arrested after federal immigration agents say he rammed their vehicle on Tuesday morning.
A suburban Chicago man was arrested after federal immigration agents say he rammed their vehicle on Tuesday morning.
Grandson charged with murdering retired grandparents found dead in their South Carolina home
Authorities in upstate South Carolina have arrested the 19-year-old grandson of a retired couple found slain in their home earlier this month, charging him with two counts of murder in a case that has shaken a small rural community.
Authorities in upstate South Carolina have arrested the 19-year-old grandson of a retired couple found slain in their home earlier this month, charging him with two counts of murder in a case that has shaken a small rural community.
Man, 19, charged after pregnant woman killed in Downers Grove apartment fire: officials
A 19-year-old man is facing charges in connection with an apartment fire in Downers Grove that killed a pregnant woman Monday evening.
A 19-year-old man is facing charges in connection with an apartment fire in Downers Grove that killed a pregnant woman Monday evening.
Google settles lawsuit following allegations of secretly recording smart device users
Google has settled a lawsuit for $68 million following allegations of secretly recording smart device users. Here's what we know.
Google has settled a lawsuit for $68 million following allegations of secretly recording smart device users. Here's what we know.
Chicago man set to be released after 22 years as detective's credibility crumbles in murder case
Antonio Porter is expected to be released from Cook County Jail following a judge's order, more than 20 years after his conviction for a 2002 murder.
Antonio Porter is expected to be released from Cook County Jail following a judge's order, more than 20 years after his conviction for a 2002 murder.
Chicago Archdiocese: Substitute teacher with past child molestation allegations fired from suburban school
The Archdiocese of Chicago says a substitute teacher with a history of child molestation allegations was fired from a suburban Catholic school this month.
The Archdiocese of Chicago says a substitute teacher with a history of child molestation allegations was fired from a suburban Catholic school this month.
Chicago’s Teatro ZinZanni to close after seven years | ChicagoNOW
The popular dinner theater is ending its Chicago run due to declining ticket sales.
The popular dinner theater is ending its Chicago run due to declining ticket sales.