New Middle East tensions on Christmas Eve
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As Christians prepare to celebrate midnight mass in Bethlehem, the White House is warning Israel to back off any new threats of military occupation in Gaza.

Pope Leo disappointed in Illinois' new 'right to die' law
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Pope Leo XIV said Tuesday he was "very disappointed" that his home state of Illinois had approved a law allowing for medically assisted suicide, and he called for greater respect of life.

Chicago confirms first rabies-positive dog in decades
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A dog in Chicago has tested positive for rabies, and 13 people are known to have been exposed, according to health officials.

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson won’t veto budget passed by City Council
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Mayor Brandon Johnson on Tuesday said he would not veto, nor sign the so-called alternative budget passed by a majority of the City Council over the weekend, essentially ending the standoff over how to close a $1.1 billion deficit for 2026.

Man shot during armored truck robbery outside Chicago Chase Bank, authorities say
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A man was critically injured Tuesday morning when he was shot during a robbery of an armored truck outside a Chase Bank, according to Chicago police and the FBI.

2 teens charged in beating of man on CTA bus: CPD
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Two teen suspects were arrested after a 62-year-old man was brutally attacked on a CTA bus, leaving him hospitalized with severe head injuries.

Kansas City Chiefs announce plans to leave Missouri
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While the Chicago Bears are looking to find the location for a new stadium, the Kansas City Chiefs announced their plans to move out of Missouri and into the state of Kansas.

After Chicago boy fatally hit by car, a family wants answers
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A 9-year-old boy died months ago after being hit by a car on his way to school, but months later, the family still is seeking criminal charges in the case.

Illinois reveals 2025 rejected license plates
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The Illinois Secretary of State's Office revealed its annual list of vanity license plates that were rejected, many for being profane or suggestive.

U.S. Coast Guard seizes second oil tanker near Venezuela as pressure on Maduro grows
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The U.S. Coast Guard has seized a second oil tanker off Venezuela’s coast and is pursuing a third, as the White House increases pressure on President Nicolás Maduro.

Menorah lighting at Lincoln Park
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The Jewish community in Chicago showing solidarity with Australia tonight.  A menorah lighting happening in Lincoln Park to commemorate the final night of Hanukkah.  People there say the lighting is a symbol that light overcomes darkness in the wake of the tragedy.

Epstein files released by DOJ with heavy redactions
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The Justice Department has released more than 300,000 pages of unclassified Jeffrey Epstein case files. The files were releasedon  Friday afternoon to comply with a law passed by Congress and signed by President Donald Trump. 

TikTok signs deal to form new U.S. unit
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TikTok is staying in the U.S. with a new multi-billion dollar deal.  Darren Botelho breaks down the details.

Holiday travel rush taking off
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The holiday travel rush is about to start this weekend.  Chicago’s airports are expecting nearly 4.8 million travelers between now and January 5th, which is about 6 percent more than last year.