Taylor Casey update: Missing woman's tearful mom alleges police corruption
Taylor Casey's mother and friend said they were "not surprised" to hear about a Bahamas police official placed on leave.
Chicago mayor blames Richard Nixon as over 100 people shot at weekend
Mayor Brandon Johnson suggested the root causes of Chicago's gun violence crisis date back to Richard Nixon's administration.
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NewsChicago league wins national award for advancing equity in debate
Chicago Debates Executive Director Anthony Bolden said this award will help keep debate teams competing in underfunded Chicago schools.
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Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese Make Unique WNBA History By Making All-Star
Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese have made the WNBA All-Star Roster, signaling a unique moment in league history.
Chicago school scores drop after doubling spending
District is spending more per student than in the past decade, but COVID closures and other factors have hurt academic progress.
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Angel Reese Ties WNBA Legend In Impressive Feat
Angel Reese continues to have a historic rookie season, as she has now tied a WNBA legend in an impressive feat.
Millennials embrace unique version of potluck dinners—but there's a twist
Many women were inspired by Julia Bernardi's videos and also wanted to form their own culinary sisterhoods.
Sports
Angel Reese Unpacks Comeback Victory Over Caitlin Clark, Fever
Angel Reese spoke to reporters about the Chicago Sky taking down the Indiana Fever and Caitlin Clark.
Women recreate "Bridesmaids" wedding speech–but it doesn't quite go to plan
The recreation of the classic scene involving Kristin Wiig and Rose Byrne had some people in hysterics—but others reacted very differently.
The Fundamental Fight for Our Freedoms
This November, vote like your freedom is at stake—because it is.
The immersive attraction providing exhilarating views of America's wonders
FlyOver Las Vegas is the latest experience helping to diversify the Strip from its gambling roots.
Sports
Angel Reese Calls Out Officials Following Loss To Caitlin Clark, Fever
Angel Reese addressed officiating after receiving a flagrant foul and the Chicago Sky losing to the Indiana Fever and Caitlin Clark.
One weekend in America: shootings leave 10 dead, 73 injured
At least fourteen shootings occurred across the country over the weekend, with most of the incidents taking place during parties and celebrations.
Map Shows Cities With Most Expensive Traffic Jams
Traffic data reveals the heavy financial toll motorists face in gridlocked U.S cities as jams lead to wasted gas and little distance covered.
'No foul play' involved in girl's death aboard Chicago flight: Officials
The aircraft made an emergency landing but the girl, 8, died on the plane travelling from Joplin to Chicago.
Migrants get 6 months of housing under new shelter plan
A refugee organization says it will tend to migrants as long as necessary.
WNBA Week 4 Rookie Of The Year Rankings: A Champion Arrives
Taking stock of the best rookies thus far, in a banner year for the league.
Plane lands at O'Hare airport—CDC called over what's inside passenger's bag
A video captured the moment officers opened the case containing the maggot-infested meat.
United Airlines flight aborts takeoff after engine catches fire
Video from a passenger shows black smoke billowing from beneath the left wing as the plane began to pick up speed on the runway in Chicago.
School bus crash: 11 students hospitalized in Chicago suburb
The crash in Grundy County, Illinois, reportedly involved at least three school buses.
High speed rail plan proposed for Chicago
Democratic lawmaker is pushing for superfast trains between the Windy City and St. Louis.
Democrats Enter Final Sprint to the 2024 Democratic National Convention
When the world turns to Chicago in August, we'll remind them exactly what's on the line.
MLB
Former MVP, Cubs' Star Free Agent Signee, Suffers Serious Rib Injury
After colliding with the outfield wall at Wrigley Field Tuesday, Chicago Cubs center fielder and former MVP Cody Bellinger was diagnosed with a fractured rib.
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TeamsNAUDL 2024 champions say real-life friendship helped them win tournament
"I feel like we both have something that the other one lacks," said Bianca Perkins of Chicago's Kenwood Academy High School.
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Cubs' Japanese Star Headed to Injured List With Another Oblique Strain
Seiya Suzuki, who was off to a hot start for the Chicago Cubs in his third season since leaving Japan, goes to the 10-day injured list with an oblique strain.
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EventsChicago's Kenwood Academy wins title at Urban Debate National Championship
"This was my last tournament, so it's good to end on a high note," senior Bianca Perkins told Newsweek.
Illinois map shows where state could be underwater from lake level rise
Parts of South Chicago may be submerged by the expanding shoreline of Lake Michigan in the future, experts warn, with whole neighborhoods lost to the lake.
Migrants can't afford their rent
Officials have warned migrant budgets are dwindling, meanwhile some migrants are stuck looking for housing as work permits and rental assistance expire.
Joe Biden faces MAGA fury for measles outbreak spurred by migrants
As of Friday, there have been 57 confirmed cases of measles in Chicago, with most being linked to a migrant shelter.