Crime
Two teenage brothers shot in South Deering, one dead
Two brothers, aged 14-years-old and 17-years-old, were shot in South Deering last night around 7:00 p.m. The 17-year-old died from his injuries.
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U.S. Politics
Senate confirms big slate of ambassadors, including Rahm Emanuel to Japan
Eight Republicans ended up voting with a majority of Democrats to confirm Emanuel. Three Democrats voted against his confirmation: Sens. Ed Markey and Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts, and Sen. Jeff Merkley of Oregon.
Chicagoland News
Naperville pimp sentenced to 30 years for violently sex trafficking women
Prosecutors had sought life in prison due to Biancofiori's extensive criminal history, including a famous story decades old that made national headlines about forgiveness and compassion.
Chicagoland Business
Sears to sell its suburban Chicago corporate headquarters
The campus had been home to Sears' corporate since 1992 and saw 4,000 daily employees as recently as 2017.
Chicagoland News
Illinois extends license expiration dates to March 31, 2022
At this point, we're not sure if you're going to need a driver's license in Illinois ever again.
Chicago Journal
Gov. JB Pritzker officially repeals parental notification of abortion
Despite nearly three-quarters of Illinoisans opposing the legislation, Gov. Pritzker repealed parental notification of abortion. His office cited non-resident abortions in Illinois are up over 250% since 2014.
Chicago Journal
City hears 5 bids from 3 bidders for new casino
The public is finally getting its first look at the 5 proposals for a Chicago casino, presented by 3 developers.
Chicago Journal
Schools step up security in response to threats on TikTok
Schools in states including Arizona, Connecticut, Illinois, and Montana said Thursday there would be an increased police presence because of the threats.
Chicago Journal
Upstart electric vehicle maker Rivian posts $1.23B Q3 loss
Revenue was $1 million from deliveries of 11 pickups.
Chicago Journal
Ousted McDonald's CEO returns $105M after misconduct
Easterbrook was approved to keep his separation on the condition there was only one employee relationship but an investigation revealed otherwise.
Opinion & Comment
Opinion: In the wake of sex abuse scandal, CPS prioritizes open restrooms
Despite being the adults in the room, CPS administrators once again choose politics over maturity.
Chicago Journal
Chicago Blackhawks settle lawsuit with Kyle Beach
Danny Wirtz in October said he had instructed team attorneys to seek “a fair resolution consistent with the totality of the circumstances.”