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06/30/2024

An investigation is underway after a man was fatally stabbed while walking on the city's South Side early Saturday morning.

CHICAGO — An investigation is underway after a man was fatally stabbed while walking on the city’s South Side early Saturday morning. Chicago police say the incident unfolded just before 5 a.…

06/29/2024

Ian Happ hit a two-run homer in the eighth inning and the Chicago Cubs beat Milwaukee 5-3 on Saturday, ending the Brewers' winning streak at five games.

MILWAUKEE (AP) — Ian Happ hit a two-run homer in the eighth inning and the Chicago Cubs beat Milwaukee 5-3 on Saturday, ending the Brewers’ winning streak at five games. After Joel Payamps (1…

06/29/2024

Tropical Storm Beryl chugged toward the southeast Caribbean on Saturday as forecasters warned it was expected to strengthen into a dangerous major hurricane before reaching Barbados late Sunday.

06/29/2024

PLEASE SHARE: Chicago police are searching for a 15-year-old boy who has been missing from the city's Far North Side for a week.

CHICAGO — A search is underway this weekend for a teen boy who officers say has been missing from the city’s Far North Side for a week. Chicago police say 15-year-old Iziah Flemon is missing …

06/29/2024

A festival that blends ancient culture with the excitement of sport and competition is making a return to Chicagoland in July.

CHICAGO — A festival that blends ancient culture with the excitement of sport and competition is making a return to Chicagoland in July. The 11th annual Chicago International Dragon Boat Festival w…

06/29/2024

For most of the country’s history, gay Americans feared telling their private stories publicly, knowing that speaking up about their sexual orientation could lead to isolation from their families, or even dismissal from their jobs.
But on the first Tuesday night of every month, a storytelling series encourages the LGBTQ-plus community to be “outspoken.”

The “Outspoken” series is an opportunity for the gay community to set the record straight.

06/29/2024

The Savannah (Missouri) Police Department confirmed on Monday that one of its K-9 officers died last Thursday after being left in a hot car overnight.

The Savannah Police Department confirmed on Monday that its beloved K-9 Officer Horus tragically died last Thursday after being left in a hot car overnight

06/29/2024

“We’ve found that storytelling events across the board really help to break down barriers when it comes to differences among people."

The “Outspoken” series is an opportunity for the gay community to set the record straight.

06/29/2024

While the majority of festivities and fireworks will be on Thursday, July 4, some Chicagoland municipalities have festivities beginning as early as this weekend, or running as late as Sunday, July 7.

Whether you’re into fireworks, parades, concerts, family-focused fun, or food — well, everyone’s into food — Chicagoland provides something for everyone during the Fourth of July holida…

06/29/2024

People who put ketchup on their hot dog can’t be trusted. That’s why the Chicago Blackhawks took Mustard in the third round of this year's NHL draft.

Okay, that’s a joke. But seriously, the Blackhawks selected forward John Mustard with the No. 67 pick in the NHL draft today.

Here's more info on the perfect hockey player for Chicago:

CHICAGO — People who put ketchup on their hot dog can’t be trusted. That’s why the Chicago Blackhawks drafted (John) Mustard in the third round of the NHL Draft. Okay, that’s a jo…

06/29/2024

A man from Carol Stream was arrested and charged after a road rage incident where he allegedly shot a man in a Lowes parking lot while his six-year-old son watched from the backseat of his car.

CAROL STREAM, Ill. — A man from Carol Stream was arrested and charged after a road rage incident where he allegedly shot a man in a Lowes parking lot while his six-year-old son was in the backseat …

06/29/2024

An attacker with a crossbow wounded a Serbian police officer guarding the Israeli Embassy in Belgrade today, Serbia’s Interior Ministry said. The officer responded by fatally shooting the assailant.

BELGRADE, Serbia (AP) — An attacker with a crossbow wounded a Serbian police officer guarding the Israeli Embassy in Belgrade on Saturday, Serbia’s Interior Ministry said. The officer responded by …

06/29/2024

A Chicago man was arrested and charged Thursday after he passed a note to a security guard that threatened a “mass shooting with military precision” at the Lake County Courthouse weeks earlier.

A Chicago man was arrested and charged Thursday after he passed a note to a security guard that threatened a “mass shooting with military precision” at the Lake County Courthouse weeks …

06/29/2024

Orlando Cepeda, the slugging first baseman nicknamed “Baby Bull” who became a Hall of Famer among the early Puerto Ricans to star in the major leagues, has died. He was 86.

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Orlando Cepeda, the slugging first baseman nicknamed “Baby Bull” who became a Hall of Famer among the early Puerto Ricans to star in the major leagues, has died. He was 86. The…

06/29/2024

The Chicago White Sox are inviting fans to step up to the plate and put their vocals to the test in their inaugural White Sox National Anthem Contest.

CHICAGO — The Chicago White Sox are inviting fans to step up to the plate and put their vocals to the test in their inaugural White Sox National Anthem Contest. Beginning today through Thursday, Ju…

06/29/2024

A police investigation is underway in the village of Ford Heights in the south suburbs after a male was killed and a police officer was shot.

COOK COUNTY — A police investigation is underway in the village of Ford Heights in the south suburbs after a male was killed and a police officer was shot. According to the Cook County Sheriff& #821…

06/29/2024

Angel Reese and the Chicago Sky are on a meteoric rise in popularity, with Reese setting rookie double-double records, and a past champion franchise working its way back into contention, but both stood little chance against A’Ja Wilson and the reigning WNBA champions Thursday.

And that’s okay. Greatness isn’t achieved overnight.

CHICAGO — Angel Reese and the Chicago Sky are on a meteoric rise in popularity, with Reese setting rookie double-double records, and a past champion franchise working its way back into contention, …

06/29/2024

The Chicago Blackhawks selected Artyom Levshunov and Sacha Boisvert with their top two selections in the 2024 NHL Draft Friday evening, before making a surprise trade back into the first round to make a third pick.

Here's how their draft breaks down so far:

LAS VEGAS — The Chicago Blackhawks selected Artyom Levshunov with the No. 2 overall pick in the 2024 NHL Draft Friday evening. 2023 Calder Trophy winner and NHL Rookie of the Year Connor Bedard ann…

06/29/2024

On a recent, beautiful June day in Lake Michigan, several first responders set sail on a Thin Blue Line Fishing charter. The charter is a recipe to help to alleviate PTSD and free of charge for those who have paid much already.

CHICAGO — On a recent, beautiful June day in Lake Michigan, several first responders set sail on a Thin Blue Line Fishing charter. The excursion was seriously mission critical but full of lots of l…

06/29/2024

The recall alert says the manufacturing process “could lead to the growth and production of the deadly toxin, botulinum toxin, in low acid canned foods.”

Nearly 300 types of canned coffee distributed nationwide are being recalled over botulism concerns, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

06/29/2024

This week, a 1-year-old Arizona boy with an infectious smile was named the newest Ge**er Baby.

“Sonny immediately captured our hearts with his joyful smile.”

06/29/2024

A black bear has been euthanized following an incident at the Anakeesta Mountaintop Adventure Park in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, last week.

A black bear has been euthanized following an incident at the Anakeesta Mountaintop Adventure Park in Gatlinburg last week and the business is implementing new safety measures to deter future encou…

06/29/2024

Well into their senior years, Harriet and Oscar arrived from separate zoos to live out their "retirement."

North American river otters live in areas with permanent water sources, such as rivers, creeks, and streams, and play a vital role within their ecosystems as a keystone species.

06/29/2024

Close to half of Americans believe the Democratic Party should replace President Biden in the 2024 election, per a YouGov poll conducted the morning after the first presidential debate.

06/29/2024

Precious Brady-Davis may be a first, but she doesn’t want to be the last.

Precious Brady-Davis, the first Black trans woman to serve in public office in Cook County, was appointed to fill a vacancy on the board of the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Ch…

06/29/2024

WalletHub states that “the highest-earning 10% of individuals in the United States earn over 12 times more than those in the lowest-earning 10%, based on the latest Census data.”

The disparity between the income that an average U.S. resident brings in yearly compared to those sitting at the top of earners in each state has always been a major topic of discussion.

06/29/2024

A pair of Amazon delivery drivers in the Midwest have been honored for their heroic actions after they saved a woman and her children.

A pair of Amazon delivery drivers have been honored for their heroic actions after they saved a woman and her children.

06/29/2024

One lucky voter will also receive a one-night stay at a suburban Four Points by Sheraton hotel and a $100 gift card.

Nine endangered wolf pups were born at Brookfield Zoo Chicago on April 27.

06/29/2024

Researchers have found a significant source of geothermal energy underneath the U.S.-Mexico border along the Rio Grande, which could lead to promising clean energy development in the rural region.

Researchers have found a geothermal energy source underneath the Texas-Mexico border, which could revitalize the rural area.

06/29/2024

Indiana State Police have declared a Silver Alert for the son of a former Colts player after his parents backed out of an arrangement to bring the teen to police. He has been considered missing for 12 days.

LOGANSPORT, Ind. — Indiana State Police have declared a Silver Alert for the son of a former Colts player after his parents backed out of an arrangement to bring the teen to police. He has been con…