Illinois denied federal disaster aid after August storms; Pritzker blasts Trump decision
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The storms are over but the fight over who helps pay for the damage is heating up. The Trump administration has denied Illinois' request for federal disaster aid following August's severe weather. Now, Gov. Pritzker is accusing the president of playing politics. 

Another beluga dies at Chicago's Shedd Aquarium, 5th in recent months

Another beluga whale has died at Chicago's Shedd Aquarium following health complications, marking the fifth beluga death at the aquarium in recent months, officials said.

Remembering Mike Ditka, South Loop salon brawl and Flock cameras | Week in Review
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Coming up on this episode of "Week in Review:" Chicago Bears legend Mike Ditka, one of the greatest players and coaches in NFL history, has died at 86. Plus, a South Loop salon owner is picking up the pieces after a brawl inside his business, and Chicago police are accessing Flock camera data without a contract.

Vance casts doubt on livestreaming Hasan execution: ‘I’m not going to be watching it’

Vice President JD Vance questioned whether the Pentagon will livestream the December execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Malik Hasan, while saying he would not watch it if the broadcast proceeds.

Darth Vader's 'Empire Strikes Back' lightsaber goes up for auction

Darth Vader’s iconic lightsaber, featured in one of cinema’s most unforgettable moments, could fetch at least $1 million at auction.

Keith Lee on Running the Chicago Marathon, Ultimate Post-Race Cheat Meals & His Fighter Mindset
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Food critic and former professional fighter Keith Lee sits down with Terrence Lee to discuss why he is tackling 26.2 miles at the Chicago Marathon. In this full interview, Keith breaks down his intense training regimen, how his fighting background prepared him mentally, his strict runner's diet, and the iconic Chicago restaurants at the top of his post-race cheat list. Plus, Keith pays a heartfelt tribute to the late Chef Sheffield of Soul Prime and shares inspiring words for anyone looking to make "Day 1" today.

How Mike Ditka came to define Chicago sports
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Matt Spiegs from The Score reflects on the larger-than-life legacy of Bears icon Mike Ditka

Chicago hotel workers strike during marathon weekend

Workers at six Chicago hotels went on strike Friday, calling for better wages, health care and working conditions as thousands of visitors arrived in the city for the Chicago Marathon.

Chicago hotel workers strike as marathon weekend brings thousands to the city
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Workers at six Chicago hotels are striking for better wages, health care and working conditions as marathon runners and visitors arrive, with the labor dispute threatening to expand to dozens more hotels across the city.

What is the Waffle House Index - Why the government says it works

One favorite restaurant chain of the South, somehow plays an important role when it comes to measuring the impact of a storm and how it will affect a community. 

Chicago’s bike lane ticketing program faces a December deadline: What happens next?
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Chicago’s Smart Streets program is set to expire in December 2026. Ald. Daniel La Spata (1st) discusses whether the city will make it permanent, how successful it has been and what needs to change.

2 charged in shooting of CTA bus passengers

A man and a woman have been charged in connection with a shooting that seriously injured two passengers aboard a CTA bus on Chicago's South Side last week.