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A tragic family dispute escalates to gunfire and the loss of life, resulting in a tense lockdown of neighboring schools in Bolingbrook, IL.
Politics & Govt in ...
The Mellon Foundation announces a $6.8 million grant for the creation of new monuments in Chicago, aiming to represent those who have been historically excluded or underrepresented in the city's narrative.
A suspect linked to multiple burglaries in Lake Forest, Illinois, apprehended after engaging in an intense foot-chase with police officers.
Food & Drinks in ...
More than 83,000 cases of Kraft Singles American processed cheese slices are being recalled by Kraft Heinz due to a potential choking hazard. Find out if your cheese is affected.
Authorities and community members search tirelessly for missing teenager Cassandra Noble, her farewell note sheds a grim light on her state of mind.
A head-on collision between two trucks in Long Grove causes a tragic fatality and leaves two other individuals with serious injuries.
A $1 million counterfeit merchandise bust in Chicago reveals the hidden dangers of fake goods, from hazardous materials to funding organized crime.
A devastating house fire in West Englewood ended in tragedy as a 52-year-old man is pronounced dead after being found in critical condition.
Community & Society in ...
An Illinois man's life took a turn the moment he scratched off a $2 million lottery ticket. Now, he celebrates his retirement and plans to buy an RV for his family.
A former U.S. Postal Service employee pleads guilty to stealing government stimulus checks from the mail during the height of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Retail & Industry in ...
The iconic Asia on Argyle sign and pagoda in Uptown are slated for removal as part of the Red Line overhaul, leaving many nostalgic for the area's historical Asian district.
Four people robbed at gunpoint in quick succession late Monday and early Tuesday morning across Lakeview, Uptown, and Belmont Cragin; the victims' cell phones, wallets, as well as one set of groceries were taken by the criminals.
A man was convicted for detonating a pipe bomb at a suburban Chicago train station in 2006, and has been linked to past bombing incidents in Salt Lake City.
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