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Laquan McDonald's cousin among 2 shot allegedly by lifeguard at Douglass Park, police report says

ABC Chicago 6/27 2:45P Stephanie Wade

According to a police report obtained by the ABC7 I-Team, the alleged gunman is a lifeguard with the Chicago Park District.

Pregnant mother, son among 4 dead in Chicago fire on West Side; arson investigation continues

CBS Chicago (News) 6/27 6:06A Elyssa Kaufman

A pregnant mother and her son were among four people who died in an apartment building fire on Chicago's West Side early Thursday morning. A family member told CBS News...

Chicago Public Schools interim CEO says district's deficit is over $200 million more than reported

CBS Chicago (News) 6/27 5:53A Sara Tenenbaum

The interim CEO of Chicago Public Schools said the district's budget deficit is $734 million, more than $200 million more than previously reported. Macqueline King made the...

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Public meeting to be held Friday on future of Damen Silos on Southwest Side

CBS Chicago (News) 6/27 5:43A CBS Chicago Team

A public meeting to discuss the future of the Damen Silos will take place Friday evening on the city's Lower West Side. The Illinois landmark said the grain silos were built...

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Chicago police seek man in connection to deadly South Shore shooting

CBS Chicago (News) 6/27 5:37A CBS Chicago Team

Chicago police are asking for the public's help with identifying a man wanted in connection with a deadly shooting in the South Shore neighborhood earlier this month. Chicago police said on June 2,...

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Ultimate Guide to This Year’s Summer Fireworks

Chicago Good Life 6/23 6:18A thechicagogoodlife

Get ready to celebrate America’s birthday with a bang! From city skyline shows to small-town charm, the Chicagoland area lights up the skies with spectacular fireworks displays all Fourth of July...

The Chicago Good Life’s Top Picks for July 2025

Chicago Good Life 6/18 4:46A thechicagogoodlife

Montrose Beach Summer is heating up—and so is Chicago’s calendar! July in Chicago brings nonstop action, flavor, and family fun. And the HEAT. Whether you re grooving to live tunes in Lincoln Square,...

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Has a Chicago Mayor Ever Been Assassinated?

Chicago Magazine 6/26 1:00A Lynette Smith

Yes. In fact, it’s happened twice. The first murdered mayor was Carter Harrison. On October 28, 1893, two days before the closing of the World’s Columbian Exposition, the...

6 Products for Dreamy Summer Skin

Sequins and Stripes 6/24 6:31A liz

6 products I swear by for dreamy summer skin! We are heading out of town next week and all of these products will most definitely be in my suitcase. Our summers don t require much effort in terms for...

Summer Jewelry

Sequins and Stripes 6/22 1:15A liz

shop this post: Jennifer Behr Roma Necklace in Citrine , Jennifer Behr Turquoise Drops , Ben Amun Bracelets , Chan Luu Mother of Pearl Bracelet , Jennifer Behr Aegean Earrings , Jennifer Behr Roma...

How to Coexist With Coyotes

Chicago Magazine 6/20 5:26A Sarah Steimer

After his video and images of coyote pups in Graceland Cemetery went viral, the author offers insight on these longtime Chicago residents.

Slow Burn

Chicago Magazine 6/19 2:43A Lynette Smith

Although we were one of only three tables seated in the restaurant, it had become clear that no amount of waving would bring a server, so my wife took it upon herself to go...

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Full closure of Congress Plaza Drive starts Saturday for NASCAR preparations

NBC Chicago (Sports) 6/27 7:55A Izzy Stroobandt

Street closures have been underway since mid-June in parts of the course through Chicago’s Grant Park to prepare for the big race weekend, July 5-6.

Bulls, Lakers trade second-round picks ahead of NBA Draft: Report

NBC Chicago (Sports) 6/26 6:57A NBC Chicago Staff

The Chicago Bulls have traded a pick in the second round of the NBA Draft to the Los Angeles Lakers, a new report says.

MLB star Ketel Marte in tears after fan taunts him about mother who died in car accident

CBS Chicago (Sports) 6/25 5:33A CBS Chicago

Diamondbacks All-Star second baseman Ketel Marte was seen in tears on the field after a spectator yelled a derogatory comment about his late mother during an at-bat in Arizona's game against the White...

Blackhawks defenseman Duncan Keith elected to Hockey Hall of Fame

CBS Chicago (Sports) 6/25 4:53A CBS Chicago

Three-time Chicago Blackhawks Stanley Cup champion Duncan Keith is heading to the Hockey Hall of Fame, after he was named as part of the eight-member class of 2025 on...

Noah Syndergaard signs a minor league deal with the Chicago White Sox

CBS Chicago (Sports) 6/24 7:14A CBS Chicago

Noah Syndergaard will attempt to make a comeback with the Chicago White Sox, who have signed the veteran right-hander to a minor league deal. Syndergaard has reported to the...

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