US-Iran tensions rise after new airstrikes as ceasefire faces more strain
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The U.S. and Iran exchanged new military strikes after an Iranian drone downed a U.S. Army helicopter, raising questions about whether a fragile ceasefire and broader peace efforts can hold.

Unsealed transcripts raise questions about prosecutors in dismissed Broadview ICE protest case
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Newly unsealed grand jury transcripts in a dismissed case tied to a protest outside the Broadview ICE Processing Center reveal juror concerns about the evidence presented, prompting new questions about the conduct of federal prosecutors.

Chicago cross burning in Grant Park sparks outrage, calls for answers
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Father Michael Pfleger discusses community reaction after a burning cross was discovered in Grant Park, the ongoing investigation, and why many residents view the incident through the lens of a painful history of racial intimidation and hate.

Chicago police officer shot 2 people in south suburb: report
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Questions outnumber answers after an officer-involved shooting Tuesday in the south suburbs. According to the Sun-Times, a Chicago police officer shot two people.

Balloon release honors Lansing man killed in shooting outside Culver’s
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Family, friends and classmates gathered Tuesday afternoon for a balloon release honoring 47-year-old Bruce Gibson, who was fatally shot while sitting in his car outside a Culver’s restaurant in Lansing.

South Elgin man injured officer, threatened to shoot during standoff, police say

A South Elgin man faces felony charges after police said he resisted arrest, injured an officer and barricaded himself inside a home during a standoff Tuesday afternoon.

Social Security report predicts when benefits could be slashed

The Social Security Administration (SSA) provided its latest projections Tuesday for when its reserve funds are expected to run out and when those collecting old-age or survivor benefits could see their monthly checks slashed significantly. 

Balloon release honors Lansing man killed in shooting outside Culver’s

Family, friends and classmates gathered Tuesday afternoon for a balloon release honoring 47-year-old Bruce Gibson, who was fatally shot while sitting in his car outside a Culver’s restaurant in Lansing.

FDA: Pet food recalled over nutritional deficiency

Pet owners are urged to check their shelves after an expanded recall of pet food sold in dozens of states due to potentially dangerous vitamin deficiencies.

Karmelo Anthony found guilty, sentenced to 35 years in prison for the 2025 track meet stabbing

Karmelo Anthony has been found guilty of murder in connection with the stabbing death of Austin Metcalf during a track meet last year. Anthony has been sentenced to 35 years in prison.

Liam Stanton makes his Chicago mayoral bid | The Chicago Report
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First time candidate Liam Stanton launched his bid for Chicago mayor back in February. He's a businessman who has been active on social media, advertising his campaign. He joins us and reflects on some of his ideas.

Pennsylvania volunteer firefighter allegedly set fires, then helped extinguish them

A former volunteer firefighter in Pennsylvania has been arrested after he allegedly set multiple fires and then responded to the scenes with the fire department to help extinguish them.

Balloon release held for victim of Lansing shooting
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Friends, family and community members gathered for a balloon release to honor the 47-year-old man who was killed while waiting in a Culver's drive-thru.