Most popular cat and dog names of 2025

When it comes to our furry friends, there are endless choices when it comes to cat and dog names.  The team at Rover.com has released their annual report of top cat and dog names.

Missing Chicago teen returns home to Northwest Side, police say

Chicago police are asking for help finding 17-year-old Analis Suarez, who's been reported missing from the Northwest Side.

Powerball ticket sold in Arkansas wins $1.817 billion jackpot

Someone who bought a lottery ticket in Arkansas will most likely have a very memorable Christmas Day, as that ticket won the $1.8 billion Powerball jackpot during the drawing on Christmas Eve.

State of emergency declared as atmospheric river batters Southern California
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A powerful atmospheric river is causing widespread damage across Southern California, prompting the governor to declare a state of emergency as crews respond to flooding and destruction.

Fire breaks out at home in Zion

Crews are investigating a late-night house fire in north suburban Zion.

Overnight house fire in Zion
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A fire broke out late Wednesday at a home in suburban Zion. Crews are investigating.

$1.7B Powerball jackpot still up for grabs on Christmas Eve
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The Powerball jackpot has climbed to $1.7 billion for Wednesday night's drawing after no ticket matched all six numbers on Monday.

Buffalo Grove holiday card project reaches 50,000 as demand continues to grow

A Chicago-area community project that began small is now drawing unexpected attention this holiday season — not because it’s new, but because of the moment.

Buffalo Grove holiday card project reaches 50,000 as demand continues to grow
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A Chicago-area community project that began small is now drawing unexpected attention this holiday season — not because it’s new, but because of the moment.

Powerball Jackpot rises to $1.7B, exciting Chciagoans
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The odds are small, but Chicagoans are still trying their luck as the Powerball Jackpot rises to $1.7 billion.