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Saturday’s PAWS Pets of the Week is Louisa, a 2-month-old pup who came to PAWS Chicago after being rescued from a hoarding situation in Los Angeles. Read more on Louisa and how you can bring her home:
https://tinyurl.com/ycxxf895
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WGN’s “Plant Daddy” Tim Joyce is back to share some weekend gardening tips, including when it’s safe to bring your sensitive plants back outside, when you can start in-ground planting and more. More:
https://tinyurl.com/yacnrkf7
about 9 hours ago
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The latest spring storm produced another round of active thunderstorms that dumped heavy rainfall; some areas picked up 2-3″ of rain on Thursday in multiple clusters.
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Rainfall totals:
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Friday gave Chicagoland brief break from rain in second-wettest meteorological spring open
Since March 1, the 5.69″ tally officially at O’Hare International Airport makes this the second wettest start to spring on the books here, since records began in 1871.
https://wgntv.com/weather/chicago-weather-friday-04032026/
about 21 hours ago
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Deputy Rick Coyle, a Chicago native and longtime leader of the Chicago Police Department SWAT Team, was critically wounded in a shooting in Kentucky, where he now serves on the Crittenden County Sheriff’s Department. Full story:
https://tinyurl.com/3ufyu5ym
about 21 hours ago
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A 48-year-old man died by suicide after allegedly running a red light, swerving to avoid a pedestrian and crashing into four vehicles and a Pace bus in Oak Park this morning. Full story:
https://wgntv.com/western-suburbs/driver-dies-by-suicide-after-crash-involving-pace-bus-leaves-14-injured/
about 23 hours ago
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BREAKING UPDATE: Three men have been charged after they allegedly tried to rob an undercover federal agent in a Walmart parking lot on the Far South Side. Read more:
https://tinyurl.com/ycxsuref
1 day ago
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The annual reenactment of the Stations of the Cross was one of several events to commemorate Good Friday in Chicago.
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Chicago’s Pilsen neighborhood marks Good Friday with annual ‘Via Crucis’
Hundreds of people gathered in Chicago’s Pilsen neighborhood to participate in the annual reenactment of the Stations of the Cross, a tradition for many families that commemorates Good Friday…
https://wgntv.com/news/chicago-news/chicagos-pilsen-neighborhood-marks-good-friday-with-annual-via-crucis/
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In a surprise during Friday’s home opener, the White Sox announced that Ozzie Guillen will have his #13 jersey number retired later this season.
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White Sox retiring Ozzie Guillen’s number
CHICAGO — In a surprise during Friday’s home opener, the White Sox announced that Ozzie Guillen will have his #13 jersey number retired later this season. His family hugged him as he was almo…
https://wgntv.com/sports/white-sox/white-sox-retiring-ozzie-guillens-jersey/
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SOX WIN! Tristan Peters delivered a walk-off single in the bottom of the 10th inning to secure a victory for the South Siders at their home opener! Latest on the White Sox:
https://wgntv.com/sports/white-sox/
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It’s almost time for one of the best weeks in golf — The 2026 Masters at Augusta National.
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Area golfers to compete in Drive, Chip and Putt Finals
Four young golfers from the Chicago area have qualified for the National Drive, Chip and Putt Finals Competition at Augusta National on April 5th, 2026.
https://wgntv.com/sports/chicago-area-youth-golfers-set-to-compete-in-national-drive-chip-and-putt-finals-at-augusta-national/
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Easter Sunday has arrived far earlier this year than it did in 2025.
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Which grocery stores, restaurants will be open for Easter 2026?
Forgot something for Easter dinner or the egg hunt?
https://wgntv.com/news/which-grocery-stores-restaurants-will-be-open-for-easter-2026/
1 day ago
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America’s hunger for Mandarin Orange Chicken is apparently showing no signs of waning, seeing as Trader Joe’s plans to open a slew of new stores in the coming months, including in Illinois.
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Trader Joe’s to open at least 18 more stores across 12 states in 2026: Here’s where
America’s hunger for Mandarin Orange Chicken is apparently showing no signs of waning.
https://wgntv.com/news/trader-joes-to-open-at-least-18-more-stores-across-12-states-in-2026-heres-where/
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A missing teenager from Chicago is back with her family after being located Thursday in Auglaize County, Ohio.
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Missing Chicago teen found in Ohio
A missing 15 year old from Chicago was reunited with her family in Auglaize County after a couple traveling through the area stopped a Waynesfield police officer with a concern that their son’…
https://wgntv.com/news/chicago-news/missing-chicago-teen-found-in-ohio/
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The man accused in the deadly shooting of University of Loyola student Sheridan Gorman along Chicago’s lakefront is now federally charged with possession of an illegal firearm in the city.
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Loyola murder suspect Jose Medina faces federal gun charge
Jose Medina remains behind bars in Cook County.
https://wgntv.com/news/chicagocrime/jose-medina-illegal-firearm/
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A day after showers put a damper on things, the White Sox are gearing up for their home opener on Friday afternoon. First pitch is right about now....
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White Sox face off against Toronto Blue Jays in home opener
CHICAGO — A day after showers put a damper on things, the White Sox are gearing up for their home opener on Friday afternoon. Following a six-game road trip, the White Sox will host the defending A…
https://wgntv.com/sports/white-sox/white-sox-face-off-against-toronto-blue-jays-in-home-opener/
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Nearly $950,000 will be returned to Illinois investors as part of a $19 million, multi‑state settlement involving five major brokerage firms accused of charging excessive commissions on small‑dollar stock trades, Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias announced.
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Illinois investors to receive nearly $950,000 in multi‑state brokerage settlement
Nearly $950,000 will be returned to Illinois investors as part of a $19 million, multi‑state settlement involving five major brokerage firms accused of charging excessive commissions on small‑dolla…
https://wgntv.com/news/illinois/illinois-investors-to-receive-nearly-950000-in-multi%e2%80%91state-brokerage-settlement/
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According to the letter, superintendent Dr. Kelley Gallt called the situation “disturbing” and stated it involves Lake Zurich High School students.
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Lake Zurich High School issues letter after students create AI-generated explicit images of other students
LAKE ZURICH, Ill. — District 95 in Lake Zurich sent a letter to parents after students have created AI-generated explicit images of other students. According to the letter, superintendent Dr. Kelle…
https://wgntv.com/news/northwest-suburbs/lake-zurich-high-school-issues-letter-after-students-create-ai-generated-explicit-images-of-other-students/
1 day ago
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During a tense meeting Thursday night, the city’s top police officer defended his officers’ actions during protests against federal immigration raids. Read more from the tense meeting:
https://tinyurl.com/3ee79xyc
1 day ago
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Chicago's chilly, damp and soggy start ended with numerous passing thunderstorms following a midday temperature surge. Here's our updated Thursday almanac with rain totals, peak wind gusts and the stunning day-to-day temperature swing:
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Strong to severe storms erupt following 30 degree day-to-day temperature surge
A stunning 30+ degree temperature increase for parts of the area set the stage for a stormy evening that lead to numerous severe thunderstorm warnings and a tornado warning.
https://wgntv.com/weather/chicago-weather-thursday-04022026/
1 day ago
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Residents who live in the Lakeview neighborhood said they woke up Thursday morning to find their Honda windows smashed and their airbags stolen. Read more:
https://tinyurl.com/55ym3ncm
2 days ago
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BREAKING UPDATE: Investigators in Crete have released the preliminary cause of a deadly house fire that killed a 71-year-old man and his three granddaughters. Read more:
https://tinyurl.com/55f8t3ht
2 days ago
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A Lake County, Illinois man has been arrested for possession of child pornography after he allegedly created AI-generated sexually explicit videos of a child, who was a relative, and her mother. Read more:
https://tinyurl.com/y4su3t5f
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Lake County man arrested for creating AI-generated child pornography depicting relative
A Lake County, Illinois man has been arrested for possession of child pornography after he allegedly created AI-generated sexually explicit videos of a child, who was a relative, and her mother.
https://tinyurl.com/y4su3t5f
2 days ago
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Prosecutors in Cook County have announced the first of four people sentenced in connection with the shooting death of Chicago police officer Aréanah Preston.
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Guilty plea leads to 55-year sentence in killing of CPD officer Aréanah Preston
Cases for three co-dependents remain pending.
https://wgntv.com/news/chicago-news/guilty-plea-leads-to-55-year-sentence-in-killing-of-cpd-officer-areanah-preston/
2 days ago
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Police responded to a Huntington Bank branch, located in the 1400 block of Palatine Road, at around 9:15 a.m.
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Man arrested during bank robbery in Hoffman Estates
HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill. — A man was taken into custody during a bank robbery Wednesday morning in Hoffman Estates. Police responded to a Huntington Bank branch, located in the 1400 block of Palatine …
https://wgntv.com/news/northwest-suburbs/man-arrested-during-bank-robbery-in-hoffman-estates/
2 days ago
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BREAKING: Three people are in custody after a shooting involving an ATF agent on the Far South Side. Read more:
https://tinyurl.com/muj6rt55
2 days ago
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According to Joliet police, officers executed a search warrant at a residence.
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Shelter-in-place order lifted in Joliet after man detained
A man was detained in Joliet after police executed a search warrant at a home, prompting a shelter-in-place order which was later lifted.
https://wgntv.com/news/joliet/some-joliet-residents-asked-to-shelter-in-place-amid-police-investigation/
2 days ago
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According to Geneva police, the victim, a 25-year-old man, was struck a little before 6 a.m. by an eastbound Metra train, about a half-mile west of the Western Avenue crossing.
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Man fatally struck by Metra train in Geneva
GENEVA, Ill. — A man is dead after he was struck by a Metra train in suburban Geneva on Thursday morning. According to Geneva police, the victim, a 25-year-old man, was struck a little before 6 a.m…
https://wgntv.com/news/commuters-facing-delays-after-person-struck-by-metra-train-near-geneva/
2 days ago
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The charges were handed down just days after Chicago police offered a warning to residents about a thief targeting card sellers.
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Felony charges filed against a man accused of robbing Pokémon card sellers on Southwest Side
CHICAGO — Felony charges have been filed against a Chicago man who allegedly used social media to target victims and steal Pokémon trading cards on the city’s Southwest Side last month. According t…
https://wgntv.com/news/chicagocrime/felony-charges-filed-against-a-man-accused-of-robbing-pokemon-card-sellers-on-southwest-side/
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Thousands of Illinois residents have lost their federal food assistance benefits. The Greater Chicago Food Depository is stepping up to help those impacted.
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Greater Chicago Food Depository steps up as thousands in Illinois lose SNAP benefits
The Greater Chicago Food Depository has a network of more than 850 food pantries.
https://wgntv.com/news/chicago-news/greater-chicago-food-depository-steps-up-as-thousands-in-illinois-lose-snap-benefits/
2 days ago
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Tornado Watches issued include Chicagoland's western counties.
https://wgntv.com/weather/chicago-weather-thursday-04022026/
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Rainbow Cone is celebrating their 100th anniversary this year.
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White Sox fans can win free Rainbow Cone with ‘Winning Inning’
CHICAGO — Two South Side staples are teaming up to give Sox fans free ice cream this summer. Rainbow Cone and the Chicago White Sox have announced the “Winning Inning” promotion for the…
https://wgntv.com/news/chicago-news/white-sox-fans-can-win-free-rainbow-cone-with-winning-inning/
2 days ago
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Chicago Police Supt. Larry Snelling will discuss his officers' interactions with ICE at a public hearing tonight. The meeting before the Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability starts at 6 p.m. at Thomas Kelly College Prep.
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The Chicago School Board voted this week to make interim CEO Macquline King the permanent head of CPS.
https://wgntv.com/chicago-education/chicago-school-board-to-vote-to-make-macquline-king-ceo-of-cps/
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Some state lawmakers are trying to close a loophole that they say allows some pistols to be turned into automatic weapons. The bill would require gun manufacturers to redesign their weapons so they can’t be modified to accommodate “switches.”
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Proposed law would require gun makers to make firearms switch-proof
CHICAGO — Some state lawmakers are trying to close a loophole that they say allows some pistols to be turned into automatic weapons. The bill would require gun manufacturers to redesign their weapo…
https://wgntv.com/politics-3/proposed-law-would-require-gun-makers-to-make-firearms-switch-proof/
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Disabled American Veterans (DAV) and RecruitMilitary are hosting more than 50 companies until 3 p.m. today at Soldier Field, in the 1st Floor United Club.
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Veterans job fair to be held Thursday at Soldier Field
Resumes are also encouraged.
https://wgntv.com/military/veterans-job-fair-to-be-held-thursday-at-soldier-field/
2 days ago
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March 2026 is now behind us and when looking at the final numbers, it ranks as the 10th warmest on record at Midway International Airport since records began there in 1928.
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The Chicago White Sox home opener will have to wait a day.
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White Sox home opener rescheduled for Friday afternoon due to inclement weather forecast for Thursday
The Chicago White Sox home opener against the Toronto Blue Jays has been rescheduled to Friday at 1:10 p.m. due to inclement weather.
https://wgntv.com/sports/white-sox/white-sox-home-opener-rescheduled-for-friday-afternoon-due-to-inclement-weather-forecast-for-thursday/
2 days ago
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Much of the Chicago area is in a heightened level 3 of 5, or enhanced risk, for severe thunderstorms this afternoon and evening.
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Severe thunderstorms are in the forecast as all hazards are on the table mid-afternoon through Thursday night. Here's the complete forecast and what you need to know:
https://tinyurl.com/2x8n4esk
3 days ago
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For the first time since 2022, gas prices nationwide are past an average of $4.00 per gallon, and fuel prices in Illinois are among the most expensive. Read the latest:
https://tinyurl.com/yz64w6st
3 days ago
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A teen was shot and killed Wednesday afternoon inside a restaurant on the city’s South Side, according to Chicago police. Read more:
https://tinyurl.com/4vvjfdat
3 days ago
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Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson addressed a number of topics with reporters Tuesday at his weekly press gathering. Among those topics were crime, homelessness and the Chicago Bears. Read more on what he had to say:
https://tinyurl.com/ycy7s9k4
4 days ago
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The FAA has issued a Ground Stop at Chicago O'Hare International Airport due to "airspace volume." This comes as thunderstorms move into the Chicago area. Read more:
https://tinyurl.com/2j9er8er
4 days ago
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Two people were injured after a car crashed into an Oak Brook restaurant Tuesday morning. Read more:
https://tinyurl.com/rtsuwpdc
4 days ago
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'I never thought she would leave me this soon': The father of Lilly Bova, a 16-year-old who was shot and killed Saturday at her Glenview home, is sharing memories of his daughter and the moment his world changed. Full story:
https://tinyurl.com/39s9mzpd
5 days ago
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Today's high of 80 degrees breaks the old record of 79 degrees for March 30 set in 1986 and again in 1998. ☀️ How unusual is 80 degrees in March? The "normal" high temperature in Chicago isn't 80 degrees until June 14. Full forecast:
https://tinyurl.com/2789m7pc
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Munetaka Murakami of the Chicago White Sox accomplished something in the last week that had been done only a few times before. The rookie homered in each of his first three major league games. More:
https://tinyurl.com/5bczz28u
6 days ago
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'This building has been a sanctuary': City Life Center in Gary, Indiana, focuses on keeping kids off the streets and creating jobs for residents. Now, the nonprofit needs help to keep its doors open. Details:
https://tinyurl.com/52z6ssdx
6 days ago
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'Always had a smile on her face': 16-year-old Lilly Bova, a sophomore at Glenbrook South, was fatally shot at her home in Glenview. Her family and friends are heartbroken and in complete shock, saying she was a great and kindhearted girl. Full story:
https://tinyurl.com/mvfx694h
6 days ago
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Soul City Church in the West Loop welcomed hundreds of families Saturday morning to “The Big Find," the city's largest Easter Egg celebration. Read more:
https://tinyurl.com/4mrkr6yp
7 days ago
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