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Illinois Broadens Frozen Blueberry Recall Over E. coli
Illinois has expanded its frozen blueberry recall to cover more products after E. coli cases were tied to the fruit.
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Two Men Charged in West Side Shooting Death of Teen
Two men were charged with murdering a 17-year-old girl shot on Chicago’s West Side in January, according to police.
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Thousands Walk Lincoln Park for Alzheimer's Awareness
Thousands marched in Lincoln Park on Oct. 3, 2026 for the annual Walk to End Alzheimer's, honoring loved ones and promoting disease awareness and research…
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Visitor from New York Shot in Streeterville Garage, Suspects Arrested
A New York couple was shot during an attempted robbery in a Streeterville garage on Oct. 2, and two suspects were arrested.
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Chicago to Fill Over 5,000 Potholes in Saturday Blitz
Chicago will send more than 30 crews to fill over 5,000 potholes on Saturday, continuing a second weekend of intensive repairs after fixing 5,600 potholes the…
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Illinois Expands Tax Credits to Lure Film Productions
Illinois introduced expanded tax credits to draw film and TV productions, intending to grow the state's film industry despite potential higher taxpayer…
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Chicago May Require Influencers to Reveal Paid Campaign Ties
Chicago is considering a rule to force paid political influencers to disclose campaign ties after the teachers union and mayor used undisclosed paid…
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University of Chicago Holds Fifth South Side Science Festival
The university’s fifth South Side Science Festival offered more than 130 interactive science activities, drawing students, researchers, and local residents…
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Chicago Launches Free Flu and COVID-19 Vaccination Drive
Chicago began a free flu and COVID‑19 vaccination program on Oct. 3, 2026, as part of its annual fall immunization effort.
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Two Suspects Hospitalized After South Side SUV Carjacking Crash
Two suspects who stole an SUV and crashed it into multiple cars in Chicago's Gresham neighborhood on October 2 were hospitalized after police responded.
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Police Release Video of 2022 Daylight Shooting
Chicago police released video of an unidentified suspect running with a long gun after a May 3, 2022 shooting in Humboldt Park, seeking leads to aid the…
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Man Killed in Suspected Home Invasion on Northwest Side
A man was fatally shot during a suspected home invasion at a Cragin apartment building on Saturday morning, according to Chicago police.
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Chicago Seeks Tree for 2026 Holiday Lighting Ceremony
The city’s cultural affairs department is asking for Norway spruce or fir trees to be considered as the centerpiece of the 2026 Christmas Tree Lighting…
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Superhero Mural Opens at West Englewood Youth Arts Center
A two‑story superhero mural by Carrie Pullie and Joe “Cujo” Nelson was unveiled at West Englewood’s youth maker space, funded by Metropolitan Family Services.
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Teen Shot Dead in Englewood Friday Morning
An 18-year-old man was shot multiple times and died on West 61st Street in Englewood early Friday morning, and police are investigating the incident.
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14-Year-Old Boy Shot, Critical Injuries Reported on North Side
A 14-year-old boy was critically injured after being shot on Chicago’s North Side, according to police.
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City Council Mulls $260.8M Settlement for Wrongful Convictions
Chicago’s city council is weighing a $260.8 million settlement for 17 wrongful‑conviction victims tied to former detective Reynaldo Guevara, a deal that may…
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CTA Halts Red, Purple, Brown Lines in Lincoln Park
CTA suspended three rail lines in Lincoln Park because of signaling issues, and advised passengers to use other transit options while repairs continue.
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Chicago to demand security plan from Ford City Mall owner
Chicago will require the owner of the closed Ford City Mall to develop a security plan following a video of a mass break‑in at the 70‑acre site.
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CTA Halts Orange Line Near Midway, Provides Shuttle Buses
The CTA suspended Orange Line service near Midway Airport on Friday morning due to track conditions and offered shuttle buses between Midway and 35th/Archer,…
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Chicago on Track for Fewer Homicides in 2026 Than 2025
Chicago is projected to record fewer homicides in 2026 than the historic low of 2025, with 321 killings through September, marking a 3% drop.
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Lawmakers Urge NARA to Keep Chicago South Side Archives Open
Chicago lawmakers are pressing the National Archives to cancel its plan to close the South Side records center, which stores federal documents for the city.
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Person Dies After Rescue from Lake Michigan Near Hollywood Beach
A person rescued from Lake Michigan near Hollywood Beach was later declared dead, according to Chicago police.
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City Colleges Faculty Union Sets Oct. 19 Strike Date
The Cook County College Teachers Union Local 1600 warned that roughly 1,500 faculty and staff will strike on Oct. 19, 2026 if a new contract is not reached, as…