James Van Der Beek dies following battle with colon cancer

James Van Der Beek, a television star known for “Dawson’s Creek" and “Varsity Blues," has died at 48 following health struggles.

Nancy Guthrie: Person of interest released as search for suspect continues

Authorities say a person of interest was released after being detained for questioning in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie. The individual was detained by deputies during a traffic stop south of Tucson.

Chicago Bar Association's judicial voter's guide | The Chicago Report
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How can voters keep track of all of the judicial races that appear on the ballot every year? The Chicago Bar Association comes to the rescue with its annual judicial recommendations. 

New video in Nancy Guthrie case, early voting begins in DuPage County | The Chicago Report
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Early voting underway in DuPage County and will soon be underway in Cook County. And, a proposed millionaire's tax makes its return. Will voters approve of it? All this and more, on tonight's "The Chicago Report."

Chicago woman shot by immigration agent sues DHS | FULL REMARKS
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Marimar Martinez, the woman who was shot by a U.S. Customs and Border Protection agent last October in Chicago, is accusing the federal government of smearing her during a failed prosecution in a new lawsuit.

Major updates in the search for Nancy Guthrie
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Major updates overnight in the search for Nancy Guthrie — including Pima County deputies detaining a man for questioning before releasing him hours later.

Chicago watchmaker designs timepieces for U.S. Olympians | ChicagoNOW
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Founder Chase Fancher shows how Oak & Oscar created custom timepieces worn by the U.S. men’s Olympic curling team during the Winter Olympics.

Chicago Fire FC unveils new kit, brings back fan favorite theme nights for 2026 season

Chicago Fire FC is turning up the heat ahead of the 2026 Major League Soccer season with the reveal of a new kit, Valentine’s Day pop-up event and themed nights.

Chicago volunteers patrol Little Village streets, warning neighbors of ICE activity

Just five miles west of downtown Chicago, a group of young volunteers in Little Village is patrolling the neighborhood, using whistles and social media to alert residents when federal immigration agents are nearby.

‘ICE Breakers’ use whistles, social media alerts in Chicago neighborhood
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Just five miles west of downtown Chicago, a group of young volunteers in Little Village is patrolling the neighborhood, using whistles and social media to alert residents when federal immigration agents are nearby.

Chicago man charged in violent CTA robbery

A Chicago man has been charged in connection with the beating and robbery of a 55-year-old man aboard a CTA train last fall.

Family plans to sue Valparaiso Community Schools over football injuries
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A Valparaiso family plans to sue a local school district, alleging their freshman son was not properly treated after suffering a broken wrist and concussion during football practice.