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Suspect in apparent Trump assassination attempt charged with 2 firearm counts

Ryan Wesley Routh, the suspect in the apparent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump at a Florida golf course, was charged with two firearm offenses.

7H ago

Legal battle over potential TikTok ban goes before federal appeals court

President Biden signed legislation that could ban TikTok into law in April, teeing up a countdown for the video-sharing app's sale.

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Former President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump takes part in a town hall moderated by Fox News broadcaster Sean Hannity at the New Holland Arena in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, on September 4, 2024.

Trump is safe after incident being investigated as assassination attempt

Former President Donald Trump is "safe and unharmed" and a suspect is in custody after allegedly pointing a high-powered rifle through golf course fence, officials said.

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Hillary Clinton on Harris' White House run, Trump's criminal conviction, and more

The former first lady, senator, secretary of state and presidential nominee opens up about personal matters in her new book, "Something Lost, Something Gained: Reflections on Life, Love, and Liberty."

19H ago

University of Wisconsin adopts viewpoint-neutral policy for leaders

The University of Wisconsin administration has published a new policy that requires school leaders remain maintain neutral viewpoints in their public statements.

Sep 13

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Consumer News

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Chicago restaurant pushes $13,000 martini ... and it actually sells

The Internet lit up this week with news that a Chicago restaurant is offering a luxe cocktail for $13,000, purportedly the most expensive martini in the United States.

Sep 13

Medicare scams have taken $100M+ meant for senior's medical bills

Scammers have taken more than $100 million meant for senior citizens' Medicare bills, which comes from taxpayer money. The fraud scheme was exposed after swindlers made $3 billion worth of fake Medicare claims.

Sep 11

Akahoshi Ramen is among Bon Appetit's 20 best new restaurants

Bon Appetit magazine recently unveiled its list of must-try new eateries, and among its selections is Akahoshi Ramen, which opened last year in the Logan Square neighborhood.

Sep 11

What would Kroger, Alberstons merger mean for grocery shopping, prices in Chicago?

A local expert said contrary to the concerns of the FTC, Jewel and Mariano's operating as one company could reduce prices and likely keep stores open.

Sep 4

Rogue Chicago towing company rebrands again, tricks more unsuspecting victims

A Chicago mom who asked to remain anonymous is one of the towing company's latest victims.

Aug 30

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Health News

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Experts warn against vaccine skepticism

Thanks to vaccinations, measles was declared eliminated in the U.S. in 2000. But measles cases are now back; one reason is that more families have exempted their children from routine immunizations than ever before.

Sep 15

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Boar's Head shutters Virginia plant tied to deadly listeria outbreak

Boar's Head will no longer make liverwurst and is indefinitely closing the location where the product was made, impacting 500 workers.

Sep 13

Many who attended DNC in Chicago have since tested positive for COVID

Doctors say it almost seems like positive test results will be the new normal at big events like the Democratic National Convention.

Aug 29

As Boar's Head recall-linked death toll climbs, here's what to know

Deadly listeria outbreak linked to recalled Boar's Head deli meat is the largest in the U.S. in more than a decade.

Aug 29

Health officials in Ill., Wis. report 3 West Nile virus deaths

Health officials say two people in eastern Wisconsin and one person in northeastern Illinois have died of West Nile virus.

Aug 29

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Business News

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Chicago's Wheatland Tube plant to close in November, affecting 237 employees

The factory's parent company said it gave workers the opportunity to move to other facilities.

Sep 10

Optimism means tickets aren't coming cheap for Bears home opener

One season ticket owner shared his take. His seats for Sunday, with a face value of $250, sold for about $599 each.

Sep 6

What would Kroger, Alberstons merger mean for grocery shopping, prices in Chicago?

A local expert said contrary to the concerns of the FTC, Jewel and Mariano's operating as one company could reduce prices and likely keep stores open.

Sep 4

Jewel and Mariano's parent companies head to court to defend merger plan

The FTC is seeking to block the merger, arguing it would eliminate competition between the supermarket chains and would lead to even higher prices for shoppers.

Aug 26

Some businesses say they lost out as Chicagoans seemed to stay home during DNC

It's hard to know exactly how many local residents stayed home—or even left the area. But the fact that some businesses saw such slow sales is a sign.

Aug 23

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Entertainment

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Jane's Addiction cancels tour, including concert next week in Chicago

Jane's Addiction has canceled the remaining dates on its current tour, including a date this month in Chicago.

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Tito Jackson, Michael's brother and member of Jackson 5, dies at 70, sons say

Tito Jackson, Michael's brother and one of the brothers who made up the beloved pop group the Jackson 5, has died at age 70, his sons say.

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Full list of winners and nominees for the 2024 Emmy Awards

See the full list of winners and nominees from the 2024 Emmy Awards.

Sep 15

Jon Bon Jovi helps woman back from ledge on Nashville bridge

Singer Jon Bon Jovi helped bring a woman back off the ledge of a pedestrian bridge in Nashville Tuesday night, police said.

Sep 11

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Taylor Swift endorses Kamala Harris in post signed "Childless Cat Lady"

Taylor Swift wrote that Vice President Kamala Harris "is a steady-handed, gifted leader and I believe we can accomplish so much more in this country if we are led by calm and not chaos."

Sep 11

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Another sunny day in Chicago

Meteorologist Laura Bannon has the forecast.

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Grand Rising Café opens new spot in South Shore

Jackie Kostek jumpstarts your day with pancakes, waffles and more in South Shore.

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Sunny and summery again on Tuesday in Chicago

Meteorologist David Yeomans has your 10 p.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Monday, Sept. 16, 2024.

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Woman finds perfect parking spot in Chicago, only to get towed and face huge bill

Esther Liu is now battling the City of Chicago to pay for damages. Lauren Victory reports.

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Michael Jordan's Highland Park, Illinois mansion under contract

The Chicago Bulls legend put the house up for sale more than 12 years ago.

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Suspect in apparent Trump assassination attempt hit with gun charges

Ryan Wesley Routh, the suspect in the apparent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump at a Florida golf course, was charged with two firearm offenses.

7H ago

Driver faces steep repair bill after finding perfect Chicago parking spot

A woman's car was wrongly towed, and now she's battling for the city to pay for damages.

7H ago

Rash of gun thefts from cars alarms neighbors in Chicago's South Loop

A Chicago Police bulletin was issued Sunday about the thefts, which happened between Sunday, July 21, and just this past Saturday in the nighttime and early-morning hours.

7H ago

Michael Jordan's Highland Park, Illinois mansion finally under contract

The Chicago Bulls legend put the house up for sale more than 12 years ago. Recently, Jordan moved the price to $14,855,000.

7H ago

Another sunny day in Chicago, clear skies for partial lunar eclipse Tuesday night

A partial lunar eclipse will be visible Tuesday with the maximum eclipse at 9:45 p.m.

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Bill introduced to help veterans exposed to radiation at secret base

Some of these veterans live in the Chicago area, and many are scattered around the country suffering from debilitating illnesses.

12H ago

Chicago Police release body cam videos from protests during DNC

One of the videos showed the arrest of a journalist who said he was just doing his job when he was zip-tied and held for at least eight hours.

Sep 13

Helicopter video provides new view into chaotic protest in West Loop during DNC

While the video does not show an up-close perspective of the 59 arrests that happened that night, it does provide a much better look at the bigger picture than has been seen up to this point.

Sep 12

1 year in, end of cash bail in Illinois hasn't resulted in more crime

Next week marks one year since Illinois outlawed cash bail, and advocates and critics of the change have been waiting patiently to see it if has been successful — or as some predicted, a disaster.

Sep 12

Trial under way for lawsuit against CPS on behalf of boy beaten with belts

Jomaury Champ's family sued the Chicago Public Schools for what happened to the fourth grader after officials let an unauthorized person into the school.

Sep 11

Sports

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Imanaga strikes out 11 and Swanson homers with 4 RBIs to lead Cubs over A's

The Cubs (77-73) remained five games behind the New York Mets (82-68) for the final NL wild card with 12 games remaining.

8H ago

Michael Jordan's Highland Park, Illinois mansion finally under contract

The Chicago Bulls legend put the house up for sale more than 12 years ago. Recently, Jordan moved the price to $14,855,000.

7H ago

Bears aim to improve O-line to take pressure off Caleb Williams

Caleb Williams faced constant pressure behind a shaky offensive line.

11H ago

Stroud throws a TD pass and Fairbairn kicks 4 field goals to help the Texans top the Bears 19-13

Fairbairn connected from 56, 47, 59 and 53 yards, and Houston's defense put heavy pressure on Caleb Williams for much of the game.

Sep 15

Griner, Taurasi deliver in clutch and Mercury defeat Sky 93-88

Brittney Griner scored 26 points, Diana Taurasi added 25 and the Phoenix Mercury held off the Chicago Sky 93-88 on Sunday night.

Sep 15

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Crime

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Rash of gun thefts from cars alarms neighbors in Chicago's South Loop

A Chicago Police bulletin was issued Sunday about the thefts, which happened between Sunday, July 21, and just this past Saturday in the nighttime and early-morning hours.

7H ago

Search on for man who snatched necklace from woman on CTA Pink Line

The train had just pulled into a station at the time, police said. Police did not specify which station.

7H ago

13-year-old girl among 4 people wounded in shooting in Back of the Yards

The shooting took place at 51st and Laflin streets.

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Jury selection begins for man accused of shooting, killing Bradley police officer in 2021

Prosecutors said Darius Sullivan shot and killed Bradley police Sgt. Marlene Rittmanic with her own service weapon in December 2021.

11H ago

Suburban Chicago man gets 10 years in prison for child porn possession

A man who admitted to possessing child pornography has been sentenced to 10 years in Illinois state prison.

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