Hate your job? Dozens hiring at Southwest Job Fair

The Southwest Job Fair returns Thursday, Jan. 15, bringing together local employers and job-seekers for a single, in-person hiring event in the south suburbs.

Chicago man fighting murder conviction faces another setback in court

 A judge on Wednesday refused to release Elias Gomez, a Chicago man convicted of murder in 1995, during a court hearing about whether his case should move toward a new trial.

UChicago study: Student-teacher relationships impact absenteeism | The Chicago Report
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A crisis in Chicago Public Schools, more and more students are missing more and more class. According to the University of Chicago Consortium on School Research, the rate of chronic absenteeism rose during covid and has not gone back down. But, the consortium has some suggestions on how to change it.

Illinois suing Trump over immigration enforcement | The Chicago Report
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The State of Illinois has launched another lawsuit against the Trump administration to curb some of the actions of federal immigration agents who have targeted protesters of the high profile raids that make up Operation Midway Blitz. 

Civil investigation into deadly Minnesota ICE shooting | The Chicago Report
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Prominent Illinois Defense Attorney Antonio Romanucci announced a civil investigation into the killing of Minnesota resident Renee Good at the hands of an ICE agent. This as Good's family issued its first official statement. 

Is educational book on animal sex too much for middle school? Florida district gives it the OK

A children’s book that includes illustrations of animals mating will remain on the shelves of several Orange County middle school libraries after a divided school board vote, despite objections from some parents and board members.

The outlook for Sunday's Bears vs. Rams game | Toyota Talks
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 In this week's Toyota Talks, Lou is joined by ESPN First Take host (and FOX Chicago alumna) Shae Cornette. They discuss what Saturday's dramatic win over the Packers did for the national perception of the Bears, and the outlook for Sunday's Divisional Round showdown for the Rams...and beyond.

The outlook for Sunday's Bears vs. Rams game | Toyota Talks
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 In this week's Toyota Talks, Lou is joined by ESPN First Take host (and FOX Chicago alumna) Shae Cornette. They discuss what Saturday's dramatic win over the Packers did for the national perception of the Bears, and the outlook for Sunday's Divisional Round showdown for the Rams...and beyond.

Lake-effect snow targets Northwest Indiana
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The snow and wind have calmed down in Chicago, but northwest Indiana is still dealing with it. We have a crew in Gary, where there are many icy spots on the road. It's where we find Bret Buganski live in downtown Gary.

Chicago-area groups condemn alleged settler violence in West Bank
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Two months after the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, Chicago-area Palestinians, along with members of the local Jewish community, are raising their voices. They're condemning what they call settler violence and segregation by Israelis in the West Bank.

Trump again threatens to cut federal funding to sanctuary cities, including Chicago
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President Trump is renewing threats to freeze federal funding for sanctuary cities starting February 1, a move that legal experts say he may not have the authority to enforce. Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker and Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson are pushing back, calling the proposal unconstitutional and vowing to fight any cuts in court.

Illinois expands hours to obtain REAL ID before TSA deadline for $45 fee
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The Illinois Secretary of State’s Office will offer more opportunities for travelers to get their REAL ID before the TSA imposes its $45 fee for passengers who don’t have one on Feb. 1.

Civil investigation launched into shooting death of Renee Good
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 The Chicago Law Firm that won a huge settlement in the George Floyd case is now representing the family of Renee Good, the Minneapolis woman shot by ICE. 

Woman forced into alley, sexually assaulted in Humboldt Park
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Chicago police are warning Humboldt Park residents after a woman was dragged into an alley and sexually assaulted on Monday.

Judge delays decision in case challenging decades-old Chicago conviction
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A judge decided not to let a man from Chicago out of prison. He's been locked up for 30 years for a crime he said he didn't commit. The judge set another court date. This case is all about how he got convicted in the first place.