Firefighters battle extra-alarm blaze at Back of the Yards warehouse
A Level 1 hazardous materials response also was initiated. According to unconfirmed fire dispatch reports, there were explosions inside the building after the fire started.
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Alders slam Mayor Johnson over firing of Chicago Public Schools CEO
Several City Council members have called the school board's vote to fire Martinez without cause reckless and irresponsible.
Suspect in custody after shooting another person, then at police on West Side
When officers arrived, they saw a gunman shooting at an individual on the ground. The suspect then fired at officers, hitting their squad car.
Tatum scores a season-high 43 in Celtics' 123-98 win over Bulls
Nikola Vucevic scored 19 points and 10 assists to lead the Bulls, whose season-high three-game winning streak ended.
Woman's family awarded $66M after death from plastic surgery complications
Idalia Corcoles' attorneys said she suffered internal bleeding that went untreated for hours after liposuction.
Amtrak train stopped more than 3 hours en route from Chicago to St. Paul
The train was stopped in the town of Hastings, about 20 miles from St. Paul, due to "switch issues," according to Amtrak's train status website.
Disgraced former Dixon comptroller Rita Crundwell released from halfway house
Crundwell, now 71, admitted to embezzling more than $53 million from the tiny town in western Illinois over 22 years.
White Sox acquire reliever Cam Booser from Red Sox; Boston gets minor leaguer in return
Booser went 2-3 with a 3.38 ERA, one save and 43 strikeouts in 43 relief appearances with the Red Sox in his first season in the majors in 2024.
Flames end Blackhawks' 3-game win streak, get goals from 6 players in 6-4 win
Tyler Bertuzzi had two goals and an assist, and Connor Bedard added a goal and two assists for the Blackhawks.
First Alert Weather
Frigid night ahead for Chicago, but warmup coming for the holidays
Temperatures keep rising through next weekend, eventually climbing to the 50s.
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Chicago winter weather outlook; how will La Niña affect snow and temps?
For the Chicago area, the outlook shows the potential for a wetter-than-normal winter with average temperatures expected.
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Chicago alderman seeks possible street takeover solutions from San Antonio
"San Antonio has really led the way in using aerial surveillance technology to prevent these activities," said Ald. Brian Hopkins (2nd), who chairs the City Council Public Safety Committee.
Roofing company accused of stiffing customers, ruining professional reputations
Customers said contractors from the company, Orange Elephant Roofing & Solar, seemed simply to disappear into thin air. But that is only the tip of the iceberg.
The promise, the pledge and the hope to protect Black women in Chicago
Survivors, advocates and experts have weighed in on Mayor Brandon Johnson's pledge to create a task force to study the safety of Black women in Chicago.
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Northwestern nurses help provide Christmas gifts to 36 Chicago kids
Thirty-six kids from the Boys and Girls Clubs of Chicago have holiday gifts this year, thanks to nurses at Lurie Cancer Center at Northwestern Medicine.
Funeral held for 14-year-old victim in Madison school shooting
A funeral was held Saturday for 14-year-old Rubi Patricia Vergara, who died in a school shooting in Madison, Wisconsin. A teacher also was killed in the attack.
5 injured after driver fleeing police plows into Texas mall
A man drove into a Texas mall after a 19-mile police chase, hitting four people before officers shot and killed him. A fifth person went to the hospital on their own.
Court awards $66 million to family of woman who died from plastic surgery complications
A court has awarded $66 million to the family of a Chicago mother of four who died due to complications from plastic surgery in 2019.
Extra-alarm fire hits warehouse in Back of the Yards
Chicago firefighters battled an extra-alarm blaze Saturday evening in a trucking warehouse in the Back of the Yards neighborhood.
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Barhnizer scores 20 with 10 rebounds as Northwestern beats Ga. Tech 71-60
The Widcats scored 16 of the first 20 second-half points to stretch their lead to 17 with 13 minutes to go and led by double figures the rest of the way.
Bedard scores in 3rd period as the Blackhawks beat the Islanders 5-3
Bedard snapped a tie with his seventh goal of the season.
Illini fall to No. 1 Tennessee 66-64 on Jordan Gainey's buzzer-beating layup
The Illini failed to win the rebounding battle for the first time this season, trailing 42-37.
Jack Hughes helps the Devils rally for a 4-1 victory over the Blackhawks
Jack Hughes scored his 13th goal during a big third period for New Jersey, helping the Devils beat the Chicago Blackhawks 4-1.
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Holiday Heroes bring Christmas joy to Chicago area kids in the hospital
The hospital is no place for a kid to be around the holidays, but one Chicago organization – Holiday Heroes – does its part to make kids more comfortable.
Hundreds of Chicago youth will lose their jobs due to funding cuts
According to program organizers, hundreds of kids are currently slated to lose their jobs come New Year's Eve.
Foundation grants wish of Hawaii trip to young man from Oak Lawn who beat cancer
Angel Santiago was diagnosed with testicular cancer during his senior year of high school.
$15,000 worth of toys for kids at Lurie Children's Hospital collected at party
The toys arrived at the hospital on Thursday, and the parents of those children were more than pleased to get help in their time of need.
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Alders slam Mayor Johnson over firing of Chicago Public Schools CEO
Several City Council members have called the school board's vote to fire Martinez without cause reckless and irresponsible.
Chicago school board votes to fire CPS CEO Pedro Martinez
Because Martinez was fired without cause, his contract allows him to stay on the job for another six months, and receive 20 weeks of severance pay.
CPS CEO Martinez appears at school event a day before board may decide on his fate
Martinez was at Luther Burbank Elementary, 2035 N. Mobile Ave., as the Special Olympics recognized the school for excellence in inclusive sports programming.
Judge permanently blocks Henyard's appointments to key Dolton village posts
Henyard had named three people to serve as police chief, village administrator, and village attorney without approval from the village board.
Chicago school board could fire CPS CEO Pedro Martinez at emergency meeting Friday
Many, including alderpersons and the members of the incoming elected school board, are denouncing the planned agenda.
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How will Amazon strike in Skokie, Illinois and beyond affect package deliveries?
The strike was deliberately authorized in the midst of the busy holiday delivery season nationwide for a reason—with the Teamsters Union pushing the company for a contract.
FDA announces recall of oysters sold in Illinois, other states due to norovirus concerns
The oysters were sold as Fanny Bay, Buckley Bay, and Royal Miyagi.
Roofing company accused of stiffing customers, ruining professional reputations
Customers said contractors from the company, Orange Elephant Roofing & Solar, seemed simply to disappear into thin air. But that is only the tip of the iceberg.
Some Connie's frozen pizzas recalled due to worries about plastic
Anyone who has an affected Connie's Pizza in the freezer should either throw it out or bring it back to the store for a refund.
Grubhub to pay $25 million to settle claims of deceptive practices
The Chicago-based company is accused of tricking diners about delivery fees, misleading drivers about pay, and listing restaurants on its platform without permission.
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Frito-Lay recalls some Lay's chips over "life-threatening" allergy risk
Some 13 oz. bags of Lay's Classic Potato Chips may contain an undeclared allergen, according to the snack company.
Wisconsin reports its first human case of bird flu
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services announced Wednesday that it had detected presumptive positive human case of H5N1 in Barron County.
2 sisters, 7 years apart in age, also receive heart transplants 7 years apart
The sisters share a special bond of getting a second chance at life, which they both received at the age of 38 years old.
Advocate Health Care announces plans for $300 million hospital on South Side
An even larger investment of $500 million is going toward 10 new outpatient facilities throughout the South Side that will add 85,000 health care appointments each year.
University of Illinois researchers develop DNA NanoGripper to detect, inhibit viruses
Scientists used the NanoGripper to grab particles from the SARS-CoV2 virus that causes COVID-19.
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How will Amazon strike in Skokie, Illinois and beyond affect package deliveries?
The strike was deliberately authorized in the midst of the busy holiday delivery season nationwide for a reason—with the Teamsters Union pushing the company for a contract.
Edzo's Burger Shop to close this weekend after 15 years in Evanston
Owner Eddie Lakin made the announcement Wednesday. He said the last day for the restaurant at 1571 Sherman Ave. would be this coming Saturday, Dec. 21.
White Sox stadium name changes from Guaranteed Rate Field to Rate Field
This move was anticipated back in the summer, and comes months after the mortgage company Guaranteed Rate changed its name simply to Rate.
Nippon Steel executive visits Gary to sell U.S. Steel workers on acquisition bid
Both President Biden and President-elect Trump have vowed to block the $15 billion acquisition on national security grounds.
McNally's bar, a fixture in Chicago's Beverly neighborhood, is going out of business
The bar has been in the ownership of the same family since 1989.
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James Taylor to return to Ravinia for second year in a row in 2025
Taylor also played two nights at Ravinia this past June.
2025 Golden Globes nominations announced
Mindy Kaling and Morris Chestnut announced the nominations for the 82nd annual Golden Globes, with 10 nominees revealed live on CBS News.
Jay-Z, Sean "Diddy" Combs accused of raping 13-year-old in civil suit
The lawsuit alleges the unidentified girl was raped at a Video Music Awards afterparty in 2000.
Old Man Marley's house-next-door from "Home Alone" is now for sale
Social media sleuths noticed that the house next door to the iconic "Home Alone" house in Winnetka is now up for sale.
Taylor Swift tops Spotify Wrapped in 2024. Here's what Chicago listened to.
Here are the top songs, artists, and albums streamed on Spotify in Chicago this year, according to communications agency Burson Global.
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Northwestern nurses help provide Christmas gifts to 36 Chicago kids
Thirty-six kids from the Boys and Girls Clubs of Chicago have holiday gifts this year, thanks to nurses at Lurie Cancer Center at Northwestern Medicine.
Funeral held for 14-year-old victim in Madison school shooting
A funeral was held Saturday for 14-year-old Rubi Patricia Vergara, who died in a school shooting in Madison, Wisconsin. A teacher also was killed in the attack.
5 injured after driver fleeing police plows into Texas mall
A man drove into a Texas mall after a 19-mile police chase, hitting four people before officers shot and killed him. A fifth person went to the hospital on their own.
Court awards $66 million to family of woman who died from plastic surgery complications
A court has awarded $66 million to the family of a Chicago mother of four who died due to complications from plastic surgery in 2019.
Extra-alarm fire hits warehouse in Back of the Yards
Chicago firefighters battled an extra-alarm blaze Saturday evening in a trucking warehouse in the Back of the Yards neighborhood.
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Firefighters battle extra-alarm blaze at Back of the Yards warehouse
A Level 1 hazardous materials response also was initiated. According to unconfirmed fire dispatch reports, there were explosions inside the building after the fire started.
Alders slam Mayor Johnson over firing of Chicago Public Schools CEO
Several City Council members have called the school board's vote to fire Martinez without cause reckless and irresponsible.
Suspect in custody after shooting another person, then at police on West Side
When officers arrived, they saw a gunman shooting at an individual on the ground. The suspect then fired at officers, hitting their squad car.
Tatum scores a season-high 43 in Celtics' 123-98 win over Bulls
Nikola Vucevic scored 19 points and 10 assists to lead the Bulls, whose season-high three-game winning streak ended.
Woman's family awarded $66M after death from plastic surgery complications
Idalia Corcoles' attorneys said she suffered internal bleeding that went untreated for hours after liposuction.
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Chicago alderman seeks possible street takeover solutions from San Antonio
"San Antonio has really led the way in using aerial surveillance technology to prevent these activities," said Ald. Brian Hopkins (2nd), who chairs the City Council Public Safety Committee.
Roofing company accused of stiffing customers, ruining professional reputations
Customers said contractors from the company, Orange Elephant Roofing & Solar, seemed simply to disappear into thin air. But that is only the tip of the iceberg.
The promise, the pledge and the hope to protect Black women in Chicago
Survivors, advocates and experts have weighed in on Mayor Brandon Johnson's pledge to create a task force to study the safety of Black women in Chicago.
Grubhub to pay $25 million to settle claims of deceptive practices
The Chicago-based company is accused of tricking diners about delivery fees, misleading drivers about pay, and listing restaurants on its platform without permission.
Charges against whistleblower ex-Joliet police sergeant dropped
Now-retired Joliet police Sgt. Javier Esqueda was charged in connection with leaking squad car video of a man who died in Joliet police custody.
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Tatum scores a season-high 43 in Celtics' 123-98 win over Bulls
Nikola Vucevic scored 19 points and 10 assists to lead the Bulls, whose season-high three-game winning streak ended.
White Sox acquire reliever Cam Booser from Red Sox; Boston gets minor leaguer in return
Booser went 2-3 with a 3.38 ERA, one save and 43 strikeouts in 43 relief appearances with the Red Sox in his first season in the majors in 2024.
Flames end Blackhawks' 3-game win streak, get goals from 6 players in 6-4 win
Tyler Bertuzzi had two goals and an assist, and Connor Bedard added a goal and two assists for the Blackhawks.
Rickey Henderson, MLB Hall of Famer, dies at 65
Rickey Henderson is widely considered to be one of the best leadoff hitters and base stealers in baseball.
Notre Dame wins College Football Playoff opener with 27-17 victory over Indiana
Jeremiyah Love tied the Notre Dame record with a 98-yard touchdown run, Riley Leonard added two more scores and the Fighting Irish shut down the highest-scoring team in the College Football Playoff, overwhelming Indiana 27-17 on Friday night.
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Lincoln Park residents raise concerns about string of daylight home burglaries
With the holidays fast approaching, many Lincoln Parkers want others to be aware and stay safe as they get ready to travel.
Group uses SUV to steal ATM from store in Roseland neighborhood
It happened around 4 a.m. at Eddie's Market in the 11000 block of South Halsted Street.
Delphi double murderer Richard Allen sentenced to 130 years in prison
Richard Allen was sentenced to 65 years for each death, totaling 130 years in prison.
Bodycam video shows shootout between Chicago Police, hate crime suspect in West Rogers Park
Sidi Mohamed Abdallahi, 22, had been facing hate crime and terrorism charges in an attack on a Jewish man in late October. He has since died by suicide in custody
Man charged with kidnapping woman, carjacking elderly man in south suburbs
Damonte McCorkle is charged with aggravated kidnapping, two counts of aggravated carjacking, and armed robbery.
