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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...
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...
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...
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...
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....
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...
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...
Jun 24, 2025
A listeria outbreak affecting a chicken product sold at Kroger and Walmart stores
A listeria food poisoning outbreak that has killed three people and led to one pregnancy loss is linked to newly recalled heat-and-eat chicken fettucine alfredo products sold at Kroger and Walmart sto...
Jun 18, 2025
A Vernon Hills toy company taking its fight against tariffs to the Supreme Court
An Illinois toy company challenged President Donald Trump's tariffs in front of the Supreme Court on Tuesday in a long shot bid to press the justices to quickly decide whether they are legal. Learning...
Jun 17, 2025
The Chicago Fire release new renderings of their new stadium
The Chicago Fire envision a new stadium with a throwback look, according to renderings released by the Major League Soccer club on Monday. The privately funded, 22,000-seat stadium built along the Chi...
Jun 17, 2025
