Category Archives: WLS-AM 890 Local News
WEATHER – Cloudy this morning. Scattered thunderstorms developing this afternoon. High 81F.
Forecast Summary Meteorologist Ray Stagich WLS-AM Forecast Monday, August 15, 2016 The work week begins on a brief dry note then low pressure traveling along a stalled front to our south will bring sh...
Aug 15, 2016
EPA gives grants to Great Lakes cities to help beach water
(SANDUSKY) The federal government is handing out $2 million to cities along the Great Lakes to cut down storm water runoff and improve water quality at beaches. The money will go to 13 cities in India...
Aug 15, 2016
16 charged after 3-year undercover gang investigation in Aurora
(AURORA) After nearly three years of undercover investigation, a total of 96 felony charges have been filed against 16 gang members from west suburban Aurora, authorities announced Friday. FBI agents ...
Aug 13, 2016
WEATHER: Plan for a pleasant summer weekend
By Ray Stagich, Weather Channel Meteorologist (CHICAGO) After a stormy Friday, expect a much nicer weekend. Today|Cloudy early with partial sunshine expected late. A stray shower or thunderstor...
Aug 13, 2016
Woman rescued from Chicago River downtown
The Chicago Police Marine Unit rescued a woman from the Chicago River Friday afternoon. | Matthew Hendrickson/Sun-Times (CHICAGO) A woman was rescued after she fell or jumped into the Chicago River do...
Aug 12, 2016
UPDATE: Armed robbery prompts lockdown at Naval Station Great Lakes
(NORTH CHICAGO) An armed robbery at a north suburban credit union prompted a lockdown Friday afternoon at the Naval Station Great Lakes. The robbery happened at the Great Lakes Credit Union at 2525 Gr...
Aug 12, 2016
WEATHER – Thunderstorms likely. A few storms may be severe. High 81F.
Forecast Summary Meteorologist Ray Stagich WLS-AM CT Friday, August 12, 2016 **A stormy setup possible Friday. Heavy downpours the greatest concern. A couple of isolated strong to severe storms possib...
Aug 12, 2016
UPDATE: $3.3 million for family of man given overdose at Northwestern
(CHICAGO) The family of a man who died after he was given 10 times the ordered dosage of an anti-viral medication at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in 2010 has been awarded a $3.3 million judgment. Mi...
Aug 11, 2016
Bulls 2016-2017 schedule released, includes Christmas Day game
(CHICAGO) The Chicago Bulls will tip off the 2016-17 campaign, and the 51st season in team history, on Oct. 27 at the United Center when they host the Boston Celtics in their season opener. The game w...
Aug 11, 2016
Planned toll lanes on Stevenson get federal approval
By Adam Chappelle, WLS-AM 890 News (CHICAGO) The concept of paid toll lanes on the Stevenson Expressway might be happening, after all. That project received federal environmental approval this month. ...
Aug 11, 2016
