While scam calls and texts irritate thousands across the state and country on a seemingly constant basis, one area code in Illinois is more ...
Thursday, August 31, 2023
Volunteer bakers make birthday wishes come true for children in need
Whether chocolate, vanilla or a special theme, a birthday cake makes you feel special. Using the sweet dessert, the non-profit Cake4Kids see...
Nebraska man pulled over with bull riding shotgun, video shows
A live bull riding shotgun in a car sounds impossible, yet one Nebraska man made it happen. The Norfolk Police Division received a call of...
Nationwide study determining if FDA-approved drug can help prevent Alzheimer's disease
A nationwide study, now enrolling in Chicago, is examining whether a drug that is FDA-approved to treat Alzheimer’s disease can prevent the ...
Humidity, 90 degree temperatures back in Chicago's forecast for Labor Day weekend
Although this week’s cool and crisp days may have offered a glimpse into fall, the Chicago area is set to get at least one more taste of sum...
Wednesday, August 30, 2023
Video shows chaotic scene as 2 firefighters lured inside home, held at knifepoint
Police and firefighters forced their way into a South Side Chicago home after officials said a man lured, then held two firefighters at knif...
What led to lockdown at Dundee-Crown High School? A call and fake gunfire, village says
A caller threatening a school shooting at Dundee-Crown High School used sound effects with fake gunfire, leading to an hours-long lockdown ...
Prosecutors drop felony charges against Iowa man who had guns, ammunition in Chicago hotel room
Prosecutors have dropped all felony charges against an Iowa man who was arrested in 2021 by Chicago police for having guns and ammunition in...
Rare super blue moon: What to know if you want to see it in Chicago area
The moon Wednesday night will be a sight to see — for more reasons than one. The rare evening moon will not only mark the second super moon...
Charcoal toothpaste, pimple patches on bug bites: Do ‘health hacks' work? Chicago docs weigh in
From brushing with charcoal toothpaste to using a pimple patch on a mosquito bite, you’ve probably seen the viral videos on social media. An...
Sen. Mitch McConnell appears to freeze again at a Kentucky event
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell appeared to freeze again during a gaggle with reporters in Covington, Kentucky, stopping for more th...
Tuesday, August 29, 2023
Everything to know about the rare super blue moon, which rises this week
The sky will shine a little brighter this week as summer winds down. A rare super blue moon will appear on Aug. 30 — an occurrence that won...
As COVID cases rise, what will that mean for mask guidance and mandates?
COVID cases are on the rise in Illinois and across the U.S., and while that has led some to bring back mask requirements or mandates, could ...
Report: Bears cut Nathan Peterman, paving way for Tyson Bagent QB2
The Bears have reportedly cut quarterback Nathan Peterman . The move– paired with Sunday’s decision to part ways with P.J. Walker– paves th...
Chicago White Sox release video of two women being shot during game
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Family of 8 living out of minivan offered helping hand after NBC Chicago story
A Chicago family of eight, including six children, who for the past four months been living in a minivan in the city’s Austin neighborhood w...
Monday, August 28, 2023
Tropical storm Idalia expected to become a major hurricane before hitting Florida, forecasters say
What to Know Tropical Storm Idalia was gaining strength Monday and had maximum sustained winds of 70 mph, according to the National Hurr...
Big changes coming to Chicago driver facilities. Here's what to expect
Before you head out to renew your license, you might want to check first. Changes are coming to Illinois driver facilities starting this wee...
Bears roster cuts tracker: transaction reports to get to 53-man roster
If the Chicago Bears could, they’d keep every player on their roster from OTAs to the end of Week 18. But they can’t. By 3 p.m. on Tuesday,...
Sunday, August 27, 2023
Teen wounded in shooting during large gathering in Cicero
A teen was wounded in a shooting during a large gathering outside a movie theater in Cicero, according to a town spokesperson. Cicero commu...
Nancy Burnet opens up about Bob Barker's final days and why they kept their relationship ‘low-key'
Bob Barker’s longtime companion, Nancy Burnet , is recalling some of their fondest memories together and opening up about his final days. ...