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Julian Assange, WikiLeaks founder, to plead guilty to violating the Espionage Act Assange, who has been in custody in the United Kingdom, is set to appear in a U.S. court in the Northern Mariana Islands updated 41M ago
Former Chicago alderman Ed Burke sentenced to 2 years in prison for corruption In December, a federal jury convicted Burke on 13 of 14 counts against him, including racketeering conspiracy, federal program bribery, and attempted extortion. 10H ago
The Biden-Trump debate: An interview for the nation's top job John Dickerson looks at the historical precedents of presidential debates, and explains why a Biden-Trump debate is like no other. Jun 23
City of Milwaukee to run tight ship for security during Republican National Convention The U.S. Secret Service on Friday announced its security perimeters, road closures, and protest locations. Jun 21
Supreme Court upholds law banning domestic abusers from having guns The court ruled 8-1 that a person who has been found by a court to pose a credible threat to the physical safety of another may be temporarily disarmed. Jun 21
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Suburban Chicago family keeps getting package after package they never ordered from Temu The family asked CBS 2 for help after they found themselves stuck with random stuff and boxes filling their space—and nowhere else left to turn. Jun 21
Some experts want Peoples Gas pipe replacement program scaled back after big rate hike The gas hike approved in November was the largest gas utility rate hike in Illinois history. Jun 19
Markham auto mechanic out $1,800 after customer skips on insurance payment The Markham repair shop owner pointed to an Allstate insurance policy requiring only one signature on smaller claims checks. Jun 13
Mariano's overcharges customers for Chicago's Checkout Bag Tax A shopper discovered 10-cent bag fee instead of a 7-cent tax on a recent receipt from Mariano's. Jun 5
Aldi recalls cream cheese spread sold in 28 states for possible salmonella contamination A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains. May 15
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Surgeon general declares gun violence a public health crisis The advisory issued by Dr. Vivek Murthy came as the U.S. grappled with another summer weekend marked by deadly mass shootings. 1H ago
Chicago man awake the whole time for kidney transplant by Northwestern Medicine surgeons The surgery took place back on May 24. The patient—John Nicholas, 28, of Chicago—was discharged to go home the day after the surgery. He said he felt no pain. 10H ago
Mosquitoes test positive for West Nile virus in Chicago, some suburbs In Chicago, West Nile-positive mosquitoes have been identified in three Chicago community areas, all of them on the South Side. Jun 21
Social media apps need teen health warnings, surgeon general says Surgeon General Vivek Murthy said that teens' mental health is facing an "emergency," and that social media is part of the problem. Jun 17
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Chicago rule phasing out sub-minimum wage for tipped workers soon to take effect The change impacts every single restaurant in Chicago that operates with tipped workers, and critics say it could impact customers as well. Jun 18
Markham auto mechanic out $1,800 after customer skips on insurance payment The Markham repair shop owner pointed to an Allstate insurance policy requiring only one signature on smaller claims checks. Jun 13
Construction on Bally's permanent Chicago casino expected to begin in fall The company said they're moving forward with the project despite some apparent uncertainty from Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson. Jun 11
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"The Sopranos" at 25: Looking back on TV's greatest hour In 1999, a series about a New Jersey crime family premiered on HBO; it would change television. Series creator David Chase, and stars Edie Falco, Steven Van Zandt, Michael Imperioli and Steve Schirripa, discuss the personal and cultural impact of "The Sopranos." Jun 23
Justin Timberlake breaks his silence at tour stop: "It's been a tough week" Justin Timberlake spoke about his recent arrest on D.W.I. charges while performing in Chicago as part of his world tour. Jun 22
Justin Timberlake performs in Chicago despite drunken driving arrest Earlier this week, Timberlake was charged with driving while intoxicated after allegedly driving through a stop sign. Jun 21
Donald Sutherland, star of "M*A*S*H," "Hunger Games," dies at 88 Donald Sutherland, a multi-generational actor who starred in "M*A*S*H," "Hunger Games" and more, died at 88. Jun 20
Justin Timberlake arrested for DWI on Long Island Singer Justin Timberlake was arrested early Tuesday on Long Island, Sag Harbor police said. He was charged with driving while intoxicated. Jun 19
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Latest Videos Man accused of throwing drink on Kim Foxx set to appear in court William D. Swetz, 34, of Flossmoor, was charged with aggravated battery in a public place and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, Cook County court records show. Swetz is expected back in court on June 25. 25M ago 01:33
Teen, man shot in South Chicago A teenager is in the hospital after a shooting left him critically injured in South Chicago. 2H ago 00:25
Severe thunderstorm watch is in effect for parts of Chicago A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect for parts of Chicago until 11 a.m. 4H ago 00:57
Two rounds of heavy rain, thunderstorms Tuesday in Chicago Meteorologist Laura Bannon has the forecast. 4H ago 02:21
Chicago man is awake throughout kidney transplant surgery at Northwestern Northwestern Medicine said such a procedure could be life-changing for patients—decreasing the risk of general anesthesia, and getting them home faster. 10H ago 00:53
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Two rounds of heavy rain, thunderstorms Tuesday in Chicago Heavy rain and storms are expected to reach the Illinois and Wisconsin state line by 6 a.m. updated 40M ago
Former Chicago Ald. Ed Burke sentenced to 2 years in prison for corruption In December, a federal jury convicted Burke on 13 of 14 counts against him, including racketeering conspiracy, federal program bribery, and attempted extortion. 10H ago
Missing Chicago woman last seen at yoga retreat in The Bahamas The Royal Bahamas Police Force confirmed Taylor Casey, 41, was last seen in the area of Paradise Island, Nassau, in the Bahamas on June 19. 3H ago
Fort Wayne police officer fatally shoots 22-year-old man during traffic stop Fort Wayne police say an officer fatally shot a 22-year-old man after "actions" by people inside a vehicle during a weekend traffic stop. 29M ago
15-year-old boy and man shot on Chicago's South Side Police said the 15-year-old was rushed to Comer Children's Hospital with critical injuries. 36M ago
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Some experts want Peoples Gas pipe replacement program scaled back after big rate hike The gas hike approved in November was the largest gas utility rate hike in Illinois history. Jun 19
Mount Prospect building deemed a total loss after fire A day after the fire, residents still could not get back into the building at 1852 W. Palm Dr., near Golf Road in the Orion ParkView Apartments complex. Jun 18
Family wants more information from Carol Stream police in shooting that killed Isaac Goodlow The Village of Carol Stream still has not disclosed which officer pulled the trigger — and the family said they want more than edited body camera footage. Jun 14
Black women account for 65% of all female domestic violence victims in Chicago An average of 24 people every minute become victims of domestic violence at the hands of an intimate partner in the U.S. Precious Wright, of Chicago's Austin neighborhood, has lived through it. Jun 13
Chicago residents testify at hearing on traffic stops, in wake of death of Dexter Reed U.S. District Judge Rebecca Pallmeyer listened to hours of community input on what specific traffic stop-related requirements should be added to a CPD consent decree. Jun 11
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Florida Panthers beat Edmonton Oilers to win Stanley Cup The Florida Panthers made history Monday night in front of more than 19,000 fans at Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, Florida, beating the Edmonton Oilers to win their first Stanley Cup. 5H ago
White Sox get shut out 11th time this season with loss to Dodgers Los Angeles was shut down by Garrett Crochet, but got to the Sox' shaky bullpen for three runs. 11H ago
Alex Caruso traded to Oklahoma City, but says Bulls won't be forgotten Caruso had been the subject of trade rumors for several years. 10H ago
Mets top Cubs 5-2, Chicago has dropped 10 of last 16 Luis Severino tossed six shutout innings, Francisco Lindor and Brandon Nimmo hit back-to-back homers and the New York Mets topped the Chicago Cubs 5-2 after closer Edwin Díaz was ejected in the ninth before throwing a pitch. Jun 23
Cubs unveil statue depicting Hall of Famer Ryne Sandberg Ryne Sandberg hopes Cubs fans remember him as an alert and active defensive player. Jun 23
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Fort Wayne police officer fatally shoots 22-year-old man during traffic stop Fort Wayne police say an officer fatally shot a 22-year-old man after "actions" by people inside a vehicle during a weekend traffic stop. 29M ago
Chicago Police search for bike-riding robber on city's Northwest Side One of the terrifying incidents was caught on surveillance video. 13H ago
Man tried to assault, threw liquid at State's Attorney Kim Foxx: records The suspect allegedly reversed a car toward Foxx, forcing her to try to dodge it.. updated 20M ago
3 people shot, 1 fatally, on Chicago's Southwest Side Two people who were shot and injured self-transported to Mt. Sinai Hospital after a teenager was killed. Jun 23
90-year-old Hickory Hills man killed by grandson, police say Dean J. Faulk was charged with first-degree murder of his grandfather, Dean L. Faulk, 90, who was found dead in their Hickory Hills home on Friday, police said. Jun 23
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