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Local tornado assistance
The Chicago Red Cross is preparing to help the victims of the Oklahoma tornado disaster, according to spokeswoman Patricia Kemp of the Red Cross Chicago office, who spoke with 89 WLS News. Read More -
Police warn of robberies on Loop CTA trains, platforms
Police are warning Loop train riders about a recent increase in robberies on CTA trains and platforms. Read More -
Nearly $20M settlement reached in abuse lawsuit against former Jesuit priest
Jesuit officials in Chicago will pay $19.6 million to settle a civil lawsuit brought by six men who claim they were molested by a former priest and onetime spiritual advisor to Mother Teresa, an attor Read More -
Crooked Chicago police officer gets 18 years in prison
A crooked Chicago cop who joined forces with drug dealers was sentenced to 18 years behind bars Monday. Read More -
Getty photographers allegedly beaten during NATO protests sue city, police
A second photojournalist is now suing the city over allegations that police beat him while he was covering the NATO protests in May 2012. Read More -
PHOTOS: Donate to Oklahoma tornado victim relief efforts
Those wishing to support Oklahoma tornado victim relief efforts can text REDCROSS to 90999 for a $10 donation, or online at redcross.org. Read More -
WATCH LIVE: Coverage of Oklahoma tornadoes
Tornadoes have been ripping through the Great Plains, causing massive destruction and devastation in Oklahoma as well as Kansas. Read More -
VIDEO: Teachers arrested during City Hall protest
Teachers protesting Mayor Emanuel's school closings were arrested at City Hall this afternoon. Read More -
Teen tanning parlor ban passed by State Senate
The indoor tanning ban on minors was sent to Governor Pat Quinn with four votes to spare after Republican leader Christine Radogno said this: Read More