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PepsiCo recalls 122,000 cases of Gatorade over undeclared dyes
PepsiCo is recalling over 122,000 cases of 28‑ounce Gatorade bottles in 37 states after the FDA found undeclared Yellow No. 5 and 6 colorings, which may…
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Chicago Woman Charged in Oak Brook Mall Shooting
A Chicago woman, aged 29, was charged with attempted armed robbery after a double shooting at Oak Brook Mall killed two people.
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Former House Speaker Dennis Hastert Dies at 84
Former House Speaker Dennis Hastert died of natural causes at age 84 in Kendall County, Illinois. He had been convicted in 2016 for financial misconduct…
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Mayoral Candidates Turn to Influencers to Reach Voters
Chicago’s mayoral candidates are working with social media influencers to spread their messages and engage voters as the municipal election approaches.
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Early Voting Begins at Chicago Downtown Supersite
Early voting opened Monday at Chicago’s downtown supersite, allowing residents to cast in‑person and mail‑in ballots for the November 2026 midterm elections.
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E. coli Recall Expands to Walmart and Trader Joe’s
The recall of frozen GreenWise Organic IQF blueberries was expanded on Oct. 2, 2026 to cover extra bags sold at Walmart and Trader Joe’s across Illinois and…
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Council Finance Committee Approves $260M Police Misconduct Settlement
Chicago's council finance committee approved a settlement of more than $260 million to address police misconduct lawsuits.
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Chicago Fashion Week Kicks Off Thursday with Over 80 Events
Chicago Fashion Week begins Thursday, Oct. 8, with over 80 events, including 15 highlighted shows, spanning the city and surrounding area.
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City Closes Streets for Oct. 11 Chicago Marathon
Chicago will shut down streets from Oct. 5 to Oct. 16, 2026, including Balbo Drive, to ensure a safe route for the Oct. 11 Bank of America Marathon.
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British Airways Flight Drops 27,000 Feet, Lands Emergency at Heathrow
A British Airways flight to Chicago descended 27,000 feet shortly after takeoff and made an emergency landing at Heathrow due to a technical issue.
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Judge Blocks Illinois Rule on Prediction Markets, Sides with Kalshi
A federal judge barred Illinois from treating prediction‑market platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket as state‑regulated sportsbooks, citing exclusive federal…
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Chicago Woman Sues After Border Patrol Shooting
A Chicago woman filed a lawsuit after being wounded by a Border Patrol agent during the Operation Midway Blitz sweep.
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Former Bears Linebacker Otis Wilson Held After Soldier Field Scuffle
Otis Wilson was restrained by security following a scuffle with a female security worker at Soldier Field after the Bears' 23-12 win over the Jets.
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Community Holds Vigil for 7‑Year‑Old Stabbing Victim in Chicago
A vigil was held in Chicago’s Chatham area on Oct. 4 to honor a 7‑year‑old girl killed in a stabbing, and police have placed a female suspect in custody.
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Netflix Rom‑Com Filmed at St. Charles Bookstore
Netflix filmed a romantic‑comedy based on the bestseller “Better Than the Movies” at Town House Books and Cafe in St. Charles from Oct. 3‑9, 2026, with Lynn…
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Early Voting Starts Thursday at Downtown Chicago Site
Early voting for the November 3 election commenced Thursday at a downtown Chicago site, with two locations opening and additional sites to follow in October.
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Kitchen fire creates smoke plume in River North
A kitchen fire on October 3 caused a dark smoke plume in River North, with the Chicago Fire Department responding and no injuries reported.
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Chicago Brand Museum Showcases Vintage Labels
The Chicago Brand Museum launched a South Loop exhibit of vintage brand labels and designs on October 2, 2026, aiming to evoke historic brand memories.
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Chicago Homicides Expected to Drop Below 2025 Level
Chicago police project that 2026 homicides through September will be lower than 2025's total, with 321 deaths marking a 3% drop. The 2025 figure was the city's…
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Off‑Duty Officer Shoots Two Men in Little Village
An off‑duty officer shot two men in Little Village after claiming he was struck in the face, then drove away and fired again. Authorities are investigating the…
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Police Release Video of 2022 Humboldt Park Homicide Suspect
Chicago police released footage of an unidentified gunman fleeing a 2022 Humboldt Park homicide, and the investigation remains ongoing.
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Chicago Residents Vote for First Fully Elected School Board
On Nov. 3, 2026, Chicago voters will elect the city’s first fully elected school board, a historic first for the district.
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Bicyclist Killed in East Garfield Park Collision
A cyclist died after being hit by a sedan in East Garfield Park on Sunday morning, and police are investigating the incident.
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Families Hold Memorial for Cook County Homicide Victims
Families gathered in Chicago’s Near West Side on Oct. 3 for a memorial honoring Cook County homicide victims and to learn about support resources.