Category Archives: Recently On WLS-AM
PAWS Chicago takes in dogs from flood ravaged Texas
Nine puppies from parts of Texas submerged by catastrophic flooding that killed at least 132 people arrived Wednesday at the no-kill shelter PAWS Chicago, joining dozens of puppies that had already ar...
Kim Gordon Jul 17, 2025
Illinois declares an end to the states measles outbreak
Health officials in Illinois and North Dakota say their measles outbreaks are over. In aouthern Illinois there were eight cases in that outbreak and two unrelated cases in Cook County. The U.S. added ...
Kim Gordon Jul 16, 2025
A Chicago based TV show nominated for several Emmy awards
The Emmy nominations are being announced. The nominees for outstanding limited series are: "Adolescence"; "Black Mirror"; "Dying For Sex"; "Monsters: The Lyle And Erik Menendez Story"; "The Penguin." ...
Kim Gordon Jul 15, 2025

Nascar Chicago Street Race - Recap
Huge thanks to everyone who joined us at the Chicago Street Race 2025 - whether you were tuning in or cheering from the sidelines, you made it unforgettable! Don't miss the action off the track - chec...
Bob Marruffo Jul 07, 2025
A new study shows children face increased health problems
The health of U.S. children has deteriorated over the past 17 years, with kids today more likely to have obesity, chronic diseases and mental health problems like depression, a new study says. Much of...
Kim Gordon Jul 07, 2025
Chicago police investigating after a mass shooting in River North
The upbeat mood in a busy Chicago neighborhood known for its restaurants and nightlife quickly turned into horror late Wednesday as shots were fired at a crowd from a fast-moving vehicle, killing four...
Kim Gordon Jul 03, 2025
A mixed verdict in the trial of Sean "Diddy" Combs
- Sean "Diddy" Combs was convicted of prostitution-related offenses but acquitted Wednesday of sex trafficking and racketeering charges that could have put one of hip-hop's most celebrated figures beh...
Kim Gordon Jul 02, 2025
The Big Beautiful Bill passes the Senate
Senate Republicans have narrowly passed President Donald Trump's tax breaks and spending cuts bill after a tense overnight session. Vice President JD Vance broke a 50-50 tie Tuesday to secure the win....
Kim Gordon Jul 01, 2025
A White Sox fan barred from all major league stadiums after heckling a player from the Arizona Diamondbacks
A fan who heckled Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte during a game against the Chicago White Sox at Rate Field on Tuesday night has been banned indefinitely from all major league stadiums...
Kim Gordon Jun 25, 2025
Abortions on the rise across the U.S.
The number of abortions in the U.S. rose again in 2024, with women continuing to find ways to get them despite bans and restrictions in many states, according to a report out Monday. The latest report...
Kim Gordon Jun 24, 2025