Crime
Alleged kidnapping in the Belmont Cragin neighborhood
A woman left her car running with two kids inside as she ran into a store in Belmont Cragin, and a Hispanic man took the car. The man kicked the teenager out while keeping the baby.
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Education
CTU vs. CPS fight hangs over students for a 2nd week
Both sides have filed complaints to a state labor board, but yet another extended dispute continues to hang over students.
Chicago Journal
Parts of Cahokia Mounds to close for $5M improvement project
The 2,200-acre site with the remains of the most sophisticated prehistoric native civilization north of Mexico is getting a small facelift.
Blackhawks
Blackhawks win 2-1 in Fleury's return to Las Vegas
It was Fleury’s first start against Vegas since being traded in the offseason and the 18-year veteran and three-time Stanley Cup champion was greeted by a tribute video before the game.
Crime
Man critical after being shot in Logan Square drive-by
The 23-year-old male victim was shot in the head in the early morning hours.
Chicago Journal
Body of missing Illinois boy found in Indiana; 3 in custody
Three adult family members believed to be responsible for Damari's death are in police custody. There is no threat to the general public.
Opinion & Comment
Opinion: Will anyone have to answer for Illinois' population loss?
Craig wonders if Governor Pritzker or any Illinois politician will be made to answer any questions at all about Illinois' population loss.
Chicago Journal
Bulls win 9th straight behind LaVine and strong bench play
LaVine scored 27 points, Coby White had 21 off the bench, and Ayo Dosunmu had a career high 18 points, also off the bench. Coach Donovan won his 300th NBA game.
Chicago Journal
18-year-old girl carjacked in Lincoln Park
The 18-year-old girl was sitting in her car when an unidentified man opened the passenger door and told her to get out.
Chicago Journal
20-year-old woman and 1-year-old baby passengers dead after police chase repeat offender
The male driver was taken to an area hospital with minor head injuries. He was previously arrested for another police pursuit in November.
Chicago Journal
Blackhawks lose 6-4 to Coyotes, sixth straight loss
The Blackhawks last won Dec. 15, in overtime against Washington. After the game, the Blackhawks had a lengthy meeting in the locker room.
Chicago Journal
Cockburn the #2 scorer in the country after Illini win over Maryland
With Bulls rookie and his former Illinois teammate Ayo Dosunmu in the crowd, Cockburn scored 23 points and tied a career-high with 18 rebounds after early foul trouble.