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ICE says it arrested a 40-year-old Chicago man after city police released him despite a federal illegal-reentry warrant. The case underscores recurring clashes over detainers.
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The death of Yellow Banana CEO Joseph Canfield triggered a default in a TIF‑backed redevelopment agreement backing six Save A Lot reopenings, putting neighborhood grocery access at risk.
Cook County deputies say they found a loaded handgun in a man's jacket during a stop at the 69th Street Red Line station. Prosecutors approved a felony weapons charge.
A woman was found shot dead inside a Homewood home Saturday afternoon; police say the shooting appears isolated and investigators are asking for tips.
A 21-year-old man was shot while driving on Chicago’s West Side and drove himself to Mount Sinai Hospital; detectives are investigating.
A 25-year-old man was shot and later died in the 5100 block of South Campbell Avenue in Gage Park; Area One detectives are investigating. The attack follows other violent incidents on the Southwest Side.
Weather & Environment in ...
Partly sunny and mild today with a high near 74°F. Showers and slow‑moving thunderstorms arrive Monday, bringing localized heavy rain and gusts.
NOAA forecasts a strong geomagnetic storm this week that could push auroras into as many as 20 U.S. states; clear, dark skies will be key.
Two separate Bronzeville shootings left seven people shot and multiple young people hospitalized. Police are investigating both scenes.
Three people were shot early Sunday in the 4600 block of S. Federal St.; an 18-year-old woman is in critical condition and two others are listed in good condition.
Sports in ...
Aymen Hussein was held and questioned for nearly seven hours at Chicago O’Hare and had his phone inspected, Iraqi officials say; the team’s photographer was later denied entry.
A Chicago man was arrested Friday and charged in the 2018 Gage Park killing that left a 21‑year‑old dead.
Health & Lifestyle in ...
A Cook County jury found negligence in the death of Idalia Corcoles, yet Illinois regulators have left Dr. Ayoub Sayeg free to keep operating. Families and patient‑safety advocates say oversight must move faster.
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