Chicago weather: Bitter cold, winds continue, with scattered snow possible

It was a brutally cold day with daytime temperatures in the single digits for most areas with wind chills not much higher than -5 to -15. 

Rainbow/PUSH holds annual Martin Luther King Jr. breakfast

Speakers tied King’s teachings to immigration enforcement, economic inequality and the use of government power.

Chesterton student speaks out after racist letter: 'I'm tired'
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A 16-year-old student in Chesterton, Indiana says he exhausted by more than schoolwork. He said he recently received a racist letter. 

After the Bears season ends, effort for new stadium deal heats up
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The quest for a new stadium for the Chicago Bears will take center stage over the next several weeks between Illinois and Indiana officials.

Rainbow/PUSH holds annual Martin Luther King Jr. breakfast
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On MLK Day, Rainbow/PUSH held its annual breakfast and used Dr. King's words to talk about policy happening right now. Civil rights, immigration and affordability stayed front and center.

Chicago archbishop denounces Trump admin's foreign policy
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Three of the most influential Catholic leaders in the country, including Chicago Archbishop Blase Cupich, are talking aim at the Trump administration over recent foreign policy moves in Venezuela, Ukraine, and Greenland. 

Tensions over Trump's aim to control Greenland heat up
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NATO officials are objecting to President Trump's pursuit of Greenland and are considering economic retaliation to his tariff threats.

Five-alarm fire damages McHenry pet business | ChicagoLIVE
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A five-alarm fire in McHenry caused significant damage to several businesses, including Reese’s Barkery & Boutique. The store’s owner joins us to share what happened, how they learned about the fire and what comes next as they begin assessing the damage.

How Brookfield Zoo keeps animals safe during extreme cold | ChicagoLIVE
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As temperatures drop across the Chicago area, Brookfield Zoo explains how animals are cared for during extreme cold. A zoo expert breaks down the steps taken to keep animals healthy, comfortable, and safe in winter weather.

Art exhibit honors MLK Day and the Chicago Freedom Movement | ChicagoLIVE
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An art exhibit marking MLK Day is shining a spotlight on reflection, community, and history. Organizers at Imanifest Studios Gallery highlight yearlong programming dedicated to the 60th anniversary of the Chicago Freedom Movement, using art as a way to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy and continue the conversation around unity and social justice.

Bears process season-ending loss on locker cleanout day | ChicagoLIVE
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The Bears’ season came to an abrupt end, and the emotions are still settling in. Cassie Carlson is live at Halas Hall as players clean out their lockers, reflect on the loss, and begin the difficult transition from game mode to offseason reality.