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ABC 7 Chicago

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Family remembers Gary man killed days before birthday in crash involving off-duty police officer

A family is mourning the loss of a 73-year-old Northwest Indiana man who was killed days before his birthday in a crash that authorities say involved an off-duty police officer charged with causing death when operating a vehicle while intoxicated.

Hammond, IN · 1d

Country Herald

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Illinois Metra Alert Today: Riders Must Sign Up for New System

Metra's old email alert system shuts down Thursday as a new text and email notification service launches.

Chicago, IL · 2d

ABC 7 Chicago

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Woman injured, man charged with DUI after car crashes into Wrigleyville building: Chicago police

A woman was injured and a man was charged with driving under the influence after a car crashed into a building in Wrigleyville early Thursday morning, Chicago police said.

Chicago, IL · 1d

I-Rock 93.5

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Someone in Illinois Won $7.4 Million and Nobody Knows Who

The Illinois Lottery looking for the mystery winner of more than $7.4 million dollars who identity remains unknown.

Chicago, IL · 1d

CBS Chicago

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Licensed Black gun owner's lawsuit shows "widespread" CPD arrest pattern: judge

A judge has ruled that a Black driver's lawsuit indicates a possible widespread pattern of discrimination by Chicago Police, specifically when arresting drivers who were carrying legal guns.

Chicago, IL · 1d

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Chicago man charged in West Side shooting that prompted SWAT response

CHICAGO - A Chicago man has been charged with several felonies after police said he shot another man, prompting a SWAT response Wednesday in the Austin neighborhood. Andre Baker, 21, faces one count of aggravated battery with discharge of a firearm, two felony counts of resisting or obstructing a police officer, one count of unlawful use of a weapon and one count of aggravated unlawful use of a weapon without a Firearm Owner's Identification card.

Chicago, IL · 18h

WGN News

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‘A new way of life’: Chicago graduates overcome drug addiction through rehabilitation court

Instead of doing time behind bars — some have put in the time —sometimes years—with intensive treatment, regular court appearances, and case management.

Chicago, IL · 1d

CBS Chicago

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Balloon release honors slain violence prevention leader Andre Thomas

A Chicago area violence prevention leader who was shot and killed last weekend was remembered on Thursday with a balloon release in West Englewood.

Chicago, IL · 1d

citizennewspapergroup.com

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CHICAGO COMEDIAN DAMON WILLIAMS AND OTHER NOTABLES TO JOIN STUDENTS IN THEIR ATTEMPT TO HELP THEIR PARENTS FOR CHRISTMAS

SUBURBAN GRADE SCHOOL STUDENTS TO HOST CHARITY BASKETBALL GAME TO RAISE FUNDS AND TOYS TO ASSIST PARENTS STILL CHALLENGED FROM SUMMER TORNADO DAMAGE. CHICAGO COMEDIAN DAMON WILLIAMS AND OTHER NOTABLES TO JOIN STUDENTS IN THEIR ATTEMPT TO HELP THEIR PARENTS FOR CHRISTMAS. HOMES STILL DAMAGED, TREES REMAIN ON PROPERTIES, CARS...

Markham, IL · 1d

Block Club Chicago

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Family Mourns 21-Year-Old Man Killed In Logan Square Drive-By: ‘Senseless Loss’

LOGAN SQUARE — Chicagoans are raising money to support the family of a 21-year-old man killed in a drive-by shooting in Logan Square Tuesday. Santino Delgado, 21, was in a car stopped in traffic with his father while out delivering for Uber Eats in the 3400 block of West Diversey Avenue at 9:52 p.m. Tuesday when a white SUV pulled up next to their vehicle, and someone inside opened fire, according to police and his cousin, Jazmin Delgado. Santino Delgado was fatally shot in the back; Delgado’s father was not injured, police said.

Chicago, IL · 20h

mchenrycountyblog.com

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A New Strategy for Creating a New State Separate from the Chicago Area

Fox TV in Chicago interviewed a woman in suppport of the movement to create a state without Chicago. There have been and were referendums in Downstate counties aasking the question. The woman interviewed said that some county officials see the referendums as just a protest vote. The referendums are strictly...

Chicago, IL · 22h

takingthekids.com

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The Subs At This Old-School Illinois Deli Have Been Worth The Drive Since 1960

Sixty-plus years of slicing deli meat to order. That’s the quiet flex behind one sandwich counter just outside Chicago, where the Italian sub still comes stacked with mortadella, capicola, and Genoa salami. The menu reads like a deli lover’s wish list. There’s mile-high corned beef, pastrami, a sandwich called...

Chicago, IL · 15h

CBS Chicago

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CTA cutting 13 stops from #50 Damen bus route

The CTA is eliminating 13 bus stops at nine intersections from the #50 Damen route in just over a week.

Chicago, IL · 13h

Guessing Headlights

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Illinois Driver Says Car Wash Crash Left $4,000 in Damage and a Fight Over Blame: "I Thought I Might Have Died In There"

A trip through an Illinois car wash has left one customer fighting over far more than a clean Lexus. She says a crash inside the wash caused about $4,000 in damage. Now she disputes the ... Read more

Tinley Park, IL · 14h

NBC Chicago

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These tickets could help you skip the line and crowds at Christkindlmarkets

The Chicago-area Christkindlmarkets are one of the most popular holiday to-dos of the season, but for those who don't want to wait in line or battle the crowds, there are some ways of enjoying the market like a VIP. Organizers announced this week a lineup of special events being held...

Chicago, IL · 1d

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Meet the October 2026 Ankin Law & WGN ‘Teacher of the Month’

For the second time this fall, Ankin Law has joined WGN-TV to honor an outstanding educator in the Chicagoland area. This time, the law firm and television station traveled to Tinley Park to honor Mrs. Jan O’Neil of Kirby School District 140’s Grissom Middle School with the “Teacher of the Month Award” for October 2026.

Tinley Park, IL · 1d

NBC Chicago

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Tentative agreement reached to end Chicago parking strike

A major hurdle for Chicago drivers appears to be out of the way after a tentative agreement was reached to end the ongoing parking strike. The timing is significant, with the Bears set to host the Buccaneers in two days for Sunday Night Football. The union had warned that without a deal, parking at Soldier Field could be disrupted.

Chicago, IL · 9h

southwestregionalpublishing.com

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Orland Park DMV closes before move to Orland Hills

The Illinois Secretary of State driver’s facility serving the Orland Park area is scheduled to open in its new home at 9291 W. 159th St. in Orland Hills at 10 a.m. Monday, Nov. 9, according to the Village of Orland Park. The new Orland Hills DMV+ sits next to...

Orland Park, IL · 1d

Block Club Chicago

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This Southeast Side Park Needs A Name, And Neighbors Can Weigh In

SOUTH CHICAGO — Chicagoans can help name a Southeast Side park with a long industrial history that is now a birding hotspot. The Steelworkers Park Advisory Council is collecting name suggestions for Park 566, 7901 S. Farragut Drive, which is also known as USX Park for its connection to the former U.S. Steel South Works site.

Chicago, IL · 1d

wheninyourstate.com

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Report links ICE fears to changing shopping patterns among Chicago families

For some Chicago families, a simple trip to the grocery store has become something they would rather avoid during the day. Fear of encountering federal immigration agents is pushing some immigrant households to move everyday activities into the evening and late-night hours. Shopping, laundry, childcare and even work schedules are...

Chicago, IL · 1d