The Local Sunset
Chicago · Sunday, August 9, 2026 · 5:00 PM local · 23 min
Rundown
Every item in this broadcast, in order.
- AOver 16,000 Chicago-area Residents Lose Power Amid Severe ThunderstormsNBC Chicago
- AIllinois Comptroller Halts Human Remains Acceptance at Bohemian National CemeteryNBC Chicago
- AChicago Faces Potential Two Rounds of Severe Thunderstorms SundayNBC Chicago
- ASevere Thunderstorm Watch and Warnings Issued for Chicago AreaNBC Chicago
- AThree killed in early Sunday shootings on Chicago’s South and West sidesChicago Sun-Times
- BThree injured in Austin neighborhood drive-by shootingChicago Sun-Times
- BChicago woman killed in North Side hit-and-run, suspect arrestedABC7 Chicago
- BFAA imposes and lifts ground stops at Chicago airports amid severe weatherNBC Chicago
- BWoman Fatally Stabbed in Albany Park Home Early SundayChicago Sun-Times
- BHeavy rain triggers flood advisories across Chicago suburbsNBC Chicago
Stories from this broadcast
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Over 16,000 Chicago Residents Lose Power in Storm
Severe thunderstorms on August 9, 2026 knocked out power for more than 16,000 Chicago-area customers across five counties. ComEd is working to restore service…
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Three Injured in Austin Neighborhood Drive‑by Shooting
A white sedan fired multiple shots at four people on North Leclaire Avenue in Austin, Chicago, injuring three individuals—a 33‑year‑old woman, a 36‑year‑old…
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Bally's Slows Chicago Casino Build Over Video Gambling Dispute
Bally's has slowed construction on its River West casino as the city and a local community group discuss expanding video gambling terminals, with work resuming…
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Illinois Comptroller Stops Remains Acceptance at Bohemian Cemetery
Illinois Comptroller officials ordered Bohemian National Cemetery to stop accepting human remains after investigators raised possible storage law violations,…
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North Side Hit-and-Run Woman Killed, Suspect Arrested
A woman was fatally struck in a North Side hit-and-run on August 9, 2026, and police have taken a suspect into custody as they investigate the homicide.
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World’s Largest Bounce House Comes to Wheaton This Weekend
Big Bounce America set up the world’s largest bounce house, spanning over 50,000 square feet, at Cantigny Park in Wheaton on August 8‑9, 2026. The two‑day…
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Chicago Braces for Two Rounds of Severe Thunderstorms
The Storm Prediction Center warns that Chicago could face up to two rounds of strong-to-severe thunderstorms on Sunday, placing the area under a slight risk…
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FAA Halts and Restores Flights at Chicago Airports Amid Storms
The FAA halted departures at O'Hare and Midway on Sunday due to severe weather, lifting the O'Hare stop after 3 p.m. but leaving travelers with average delays…
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Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for Chicago and Surrounding Counties
A severe thunderstorm watch and multiple warnings covering Chicago, central Lake County, Porter County, and northern LaPorte County were issued on August 9,…
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Woman Found Dead from Stabbing in Albany Park Home
Police found a woman dead from a neck stabbing inside a home on North Avers Avenue in Albany Park early Sunday, and the homicide investigation is ongoing.
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Three Dead in Early Sunday Shootings on Chicago’s South and West Sides
Six people were shot in separate incidents on Chicago’s South and West sides early Sunday, resulting in three deaths and two critical injuries, as police…
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Heavy Rain Sparks Flood Advisories in Chicago Suburbs
The National Weather Service issued flood advisories for four Chicago-area counties after thunderstorms produced nearly 1.5 inches of rain per hour, with the…
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