Country Club Hills gun trafficking operation ends in shootout, federal charges

Two men have been charged after authorities said they tried to rob undercover federal agents during a gun trafficking investigation in Country Club Hills, leading to a shooting that left both of them wounded.

Illinois tornado outbreak: Kid describes aftermath of powerful storms
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A boy in west suburban Bridgeview spoke with FOX Chicago about what he witnessed when he walked outside Friday morning following a night of strong storms that spawned multiple tornadoes in Illinois.

Third batch of UFO files released by Pentagon

A third batch of declassified UFO files were released by the Pentagon Friday. The latest such release in the Trump administration's new wave of public disclosure of Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP). 

CPS must tackle $9.3B debt before August budget deadline | The Chicago Report
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Chicago Public Schools faces $9.3 billion in debt and an August budget deadline. Civic Federation President Joe Ferguson explains what it means for the district's finances.

Crucifix remains standing amid wreckage after Indiana tornado outbreak
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Powerful storms tore through Chicagoland and northwest Indiana on Thursday night, leaving damage behind. But amid the wreckage, one thing remained standing: a crucifix depicting Jesus on the cross.

Accused Charlie Kirk killer back in court, lawyers dispute bullet comment

The legal defense team for the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk want a judge to hold prosecutors in contempt for comments they made in the media about bullet fragments recovered from Kirk's body.

Merrillville woman describes 'nightmare' after tornado tore through town
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A tornado was confirmed in Merrillville, Indiana, on Thursday night. FOX Chicago's Se Kwon spoke to a resident who is dealing with the aftermath.

Missing Frankfort boy with special needs found safe, police say

An 11-year-old boy with special needs who went missing in southwest suburban Frankfort has been found safe, police said.

Trump: Deal to end Iran war is 'all but signed'
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President Trump says a peace deal with Iran could be finalized within days, but questions remain as Iranian officials stop short of confirming an agreement and critics note similar predictions have been made before.

“8647” etched into National Mall grass under investigation

The U.S. Park Police are investigating after massive numbers reading “8647” appeared etched into the grass on the National Mall, just days before President Donald Trump’s birthday celebrations and a major UFC event planned near the White House.

Iran latest: Trump says US-Iran peace deal could be signed this weekend

After calling off new military strikes on Iran on Thursday, President Donald Trump told reporters a peace deal could be signed by both countries as soon as this weekend.