Young Chicagoans graduate from specialty court, marking a new chapter
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A group of young people in Chicago just closed their own chapters with the justice system. On Friday, they all graduated from a specialty court program.

Harvey firefighter furloughed hours before welcoming newborn daughter
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A Harvey firefighter faced one of his toughest and best days all at once — becoming a first-time father, but not before he was furloughed from the Harvey Fire Department.

Federal judge says ICE unlawfully detained Illinois father as daughter fights cancer
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A federal judge has ruled that Immigration and Customs Enforcement is unlawfully detaining Ruben Torres Maldonado and ordered that he be given a prompt bond hearing on or before Oct. 31 to determine whether he can be released from custody.

Bears Blitz: How the Chicago Bears can limit Ravens superstar Lamar Jackson
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Bears are riding high on a 4-game winning streak, and the Blitz crew gets you ready for Sunday's tilt in Baltimore. Cassie, Lou & Anthony discuss how the Bears can limit Lamar Jackson and how Caleb Williams can get back to his identity as a QB.

Ex-deputy escalated deadly encounter with Sonya Massey, expert says
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On day three of Sean Grayson’s murder trial, a policing expert testified that the former Illinois deputy escalated the encounter with Sonya Massey, saying she held only a pot of water and posed no real threat before he opened fire.

CT scanners unveil creepy secrets at Chicago’s Field Museum
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Chicago's Field Museum is world-famous for its massive collection of animal specimens. And with Halloween fast approaching, researchers are putting some of their creepiest critters into new machines to reveal their secrets.

ICE raids, Bailey family tragedy, Bears streak, and NBA gambling bust | Week in Review
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On this episode of "Week in Review," the community reacts to ICE raids in Little Village; the father of a teen cancer patient is taken by federal agents; and a local alderman files a lawsuit following her arrest. Tragedy strikes as Darren Bailey’s son, daughter-in-law, and two grandchildren are killed in a helicopter crash. Plus, the Bears push for their fifth straight win, homeowners get help with property taxes, and the NBA gambling scandal linked to the Mafia continues to unfold.

ICE sightings prompt soft lockdowns at Chicago schools
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Reports of ICE activity in Bucktown and Wicker Park triggered precautionary lockdowns at nearby schools, while some CPS board members and state leaders pushed to expand virtual learning options amid growing safety concerns.

Federal agents clash with two people in Lake View East, police say
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Federal agents were involved in a physical altercation that prompted a police response Friday morning in Chicago’s Lake View East neighborhood, authorities said.

Chicago Democrats hold ‘shadow’ hearing on Trump’s immigration crackdown
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Democratic lawmakers held a “shadow” hearing in Chicago to spotlight emotional testimony from residents who say federal immigration tactics under the Trump administration have torn families apart and fueled fear in local communities.

Cook County approves $20M for new quantum tech facility on Chicago’s South Side
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The Cook County Board of Commissioners has approved a $20 million grant to the University of Illinois for a new cryogenic facility at PsiQuantum, the anchor tenant of the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park on Chicago’s southern lakefront. "ChicagoLIVE" talks with Susan Campbell from the Department of Planning and Development, who calls the project a “game-changer” for innovation, research, and economic growth in the region.

Botox-like treatment eases phantom limb pain for Ukrainian war amputees
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A groundbreaking Northwestern Medicine study finds that a Botox-like injection can dramatically reduce phantom limb pain in Ukrainian war amputees. "ChicagoLIVE" speaks with Dr. Steven Cohen, senior study author and Director of Pain Research at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, about how this innovative treatment targets nerves to relieve pain and help amputees regain mobility and use of prosthetics.

Astronomer explains 'second moon' — the truth about asteroid 2025 PN7
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Is Earth getting a second moon? "ChicagoLIVE" talks with Derek Buzasi, Senior Instructional Professor of Astronomy & Astrophysics at the University of Chicago, who breaks down the viral “second moon” chatter. He explains what asteroid 2025 PN7 really is — a quasi-moon, or temporary companion to Earth — and why scientists believe it could orbit with us for the next 50 to 60 years before drifting away.

University of Illinois to build nation’s first campus micro nuclear reactor | ChicagoLIVE
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The University of Illinois is partnering with Nano Nuclear Energy Inc. to construct the first research microreactor on a U.S. college campus. The 15-megawatt “Kronos” reactor, expected to be completed by 2030, will be built near the Abbott Power Plant in Urbana-Champaign and could power up to 15,000 homes.