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Johnson meets with Chicago residents after more heavy rainfall, flooding

Johnson meets with Chicago residents after more heavy rainfall, flooding

Gage Park residents are struggling with flooding every time it rains, as aging infrastructure continues to fail, according to Mayor Brandon Johnson.

Ben Johnson says Chicago Bears starters will play in Friday's preseason finale vs. Kansas City

Ben Johnson says Chicago Bears starters will play in Friday's preseason finale vs. Kansas City

The Chicago Bears will be giving fans something to watch for this coming Friday in their preseason finale against the Kansas City Chiefs.

Chicago woman charged with DUI in deadly Dan Ryan crash

Chicago woman charged with DUI in deadly Dan Ryan crash

A Chicago woman was driving under the influence when she crashed on a Dan Ryan Expressway ramp, killing one of her passengers this weekend, according to police.

CPS board split on proposed budget to close $734M deficit

Chicago-area flooding: Rainfall totals after heavy storms

5 men charged after guns and weed recovered in River North traffic stop, sheriff says

Fake Labubu dolls pose risk of choking, death for children: officials

How to watch Chicago Bears vs. Kansas City Chiefs: TV channel, live stream info, start time

Pediatricians’ group breaks with CDC, still urging COVID-19 shots for young children

Home of the Bears

Chicago area 12-year-old eyes Little League Home Run Derby

Chicago area 12-year-old eyes Little League Home Run Derby

While most 12-year-olds were relaxing during the summer, a La Grange baseball player has been preparing for the Little League Home Run Derby.

Ben Johnson says Chicago Bears starters will play in Friday's preseason finale vs. Kansas City

Ben Johnson says Chicago Bears starters will play in Friday's preseason finale vs. Kansas City

Chicago Bears wrap up 2025 preseason schedule on the road | What to expect

Chicago Bears wrap up 2025 preseason schedule on the road | What to expect

Local News

Chicago Public Schools board members split on proposed budget to close $734M deficit

CPS board split on proposed budget to close $734M deficit

The vote on the Chicago Public Schools’ proposed 2026 budget is hanging by a thread.

Chicago crime: Suspect hit by gunfire during police shooting in South Shore, COPA says

Suspect hit by gunfire during police shooting in South Shore: COPA

Johnson meets with Chicago residents after more heavy rainfall, flooding

Johnson meets with Chicago residents after more heavy rainfall, flooding

Chicago weather: Clouds and cool temps today, but sunny stretch ahead

Chicago weather: Clouds and cool temps today, but sunny stretch ahead

Indiana woman faces federal charges for social media threats to disembowel Trump

Indiana woman faces federal charges for social media threats to disembowel Trump

Catalytic converter thefts sideline Indiana school buses, force e-learning day

Catalytic converter thefts sideline Indiana school buses, force e-learning day

US and World News

Hurricane Erin churns offshore, triggers evacuations and dangerous surf in North Carolina

Hurricane Erin churns offshore, triggers evacuations and dangerous surf in North Carolina

Hurricane Erin, a powerful Category 4 storm with 130 mph winds, isn’t expected to make U.S. landfall — but it’s already creating dangerous conditions along the Atlantic coast. From towering waves up to 15 feet to double red flag warnings keeping swimmers out of the water, North Carolina’s Outer Banks are on high alert. More than 1,000 people have evacuated ahead of the storm, with officials warning of flooding threats made worse by an upcoming new moon and high tides.

Man used company card to buy $140K in Pokémon cards, gaming items; sentenced to 4 years in federal prison

Man used company card to buy $140K in Pokémon cards, gaming items; sentenced to 4 years in federal prison

More National Guard troops make their way to Washington D.C.

More National Guard troops make their way to Washington D.C.

Hurricane Erin prompts evacuations in North Carolina

Hurricane Erin prompts evacuations in North Carolina

Missing teen found dead in pond caught on camera alone ‘sprinting’ toward water: ‘There’s no one chasing him’

Missing teen found dead in pond caught on camera alone ‘sprinting’ toward water: ‘There’s no one chasing him’

Oklahoma to test teachers from New York, California for ‘radical leftist ideology’

Oklahoma to test teachers from New York, California for ‘radical leftist ideology’

Sports

Chicago area 12-year-old eyes Little League Home Run Derby

Chicago area 12-year-old eyes Little League Home Run Derby

While most 12-year-olds were relaxing during the summer, a La Grange baseball player has been preparing for the Little League Home Run Derby.

Ben Johnson says Chicago Bears starters will play in Friday's preseason finale vs. Kansas City

Ben Johnson says Chicago Bears starters will play in Friday's preseason finale vs. Kansas City

Cubs slugger Kyle Tucker gets some rest as he tries to break out of a prolonged slump

Cubs slugger Kyle Tucker gets some rest as he tries to break out of a prolonged slump

Chicago Bears wrap up 2025 preseason schedule on the road | What to expect

Chicago Bears wrap up 2025 preseason schedule on the road | What to expect

Notre Dame football names CJ Carr starting QB: What it means for the Irish

Notre Dame football names CJ Carr starting QB: What it means for the Irish

Wheelchair football takes over Chicago: Meet the athletes changing the game

Wheelchair football takes over Chicago: Meet the athletes changing the game

Good Day Chicago

West Loop icon 'Twisted Spoke' closing after 30 years, owners reflect on the final days

West Loop icon 'Twisted Spoke' closing after 30 years, owners reflect on the final days

Mitch and Cliff Einhorn join us to share why Twisted Spoke is closing, their favorite memories, and how fans can show support before the doors shut for good.

Chicago Dogs host final edition of Bark at the Ballpark

Chicago Dogs host final edition of Bark at the Ballpark

National Bridal Market Chicago will give you a case of wedding fever

National Bridal Market Chicago will give you a case of wedding fever

Top Chicago stories from Block Club: Heartfelt tributes, new fests and iconic cakes

Top Chicago stories from Block Club: Heartfelt tributes, new fests and iconic cakes

Chicago's Milwaukee Avenue goes car-free on Sundays in one neighborhood

Chicago's Milwaukee Avenue goes car-free on Sundays in one neighborhood

Spray your worries away at Studio W.I.P. in Uptown

Spray your worries away at Studio W.I.P. in Uptown

Health

Pediatricians’ group breaks with CDC, still urging COVID-19 shots for young children

Pediatricians’ group breaks with CDC, still urging COVID-19 shots for young children

The American Academy of Pediatrics is urging COVID-19 vaccinations for children under age 2, breaking with new CDC guidance under Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

FDA warns of possible radioactive frozen shrimp sold at Walmart

FDA warns of possible radioactive frozen shrimp sold at Walmart

Fake Labubu warning, GoodRx deal for Ozempic and Wegovy & airline lawsuits | Consumer News

Fake Labubu warning, GoodRx deal for Ozempic and Wegovy & airline lawsuits | Consumer News

Range Rover, Ford, Nissan among more than 300,000 vehicles recalled: See the list

Range Rover, Ford, Nissan among more than 300,000 vehicles recalled: See the list

Paris on Politics: Debate on mandatory mental health screenings in Illinois schools

Paris on Politics: Debate on mandatory mental health screenings in Illinois schools

Kennedy Jr. may not target pesticides, processed foods, 'MAHA' draft report shows

Kennedy Jr. may not target pesticides, processed foods, 'MAHA' draft report shows

Politics

Chicago Public Schools board members split on proposed budget to close $734M deficit

CPS board split on proposed budget to close $734M deficit

The vote on the Chicago Public Schools’ proposed 2026 budget is hanging by a thread.

Texas Dems return from Illinois, face police oversight after walkout

Texas Dems return from Illinois, face police oversight after walkout

Trump's DOJ wants Illinois voter data, school mental health mandate & Ukraine peace talks | Paris on Politics

Trump's DOJ wants Illinois voter data, school mental health mandate & Ukraine peace talks | Paris on Politics

Paris on Politics: Why Trump's DOJ is requesting voter data from Illinois

Paris on Politics: Why Trump's DOJ is requesting voter data from Illinois

Paris on Politics: Debate on mandatory mental health screenings in Illinois schools

Paris on Politics: Debate on mandatory mental health screenings in Illinois schools

Paris on Politics: Voter data fight and what's next after Trump-Zelenskyy meeting?

Paris on Politics: Voter data fight and what's next after Trump-Zelenskyy meeting?

Entertainment

RushTok season recap, comic Alonzo Bodden & a Chicago teen gets $8M in scholarship offers | ChicagoNOW

RushTok season recap, comic Alonzo Bodden & a Chicago teen gets $8M in scholarship offers | ChicagoNOW

What's trending in Chicago? Brandis Bradley joins us with all the updates as the 2025 Bama RushTok season comes to an end. Then, he’s a veteran comic with nearly 30 years of laughs under his belt — from Last Comic Standing to Showtime specials and NPR’s Wait Wait… Don’t Tell Me. Alonzo Bodden joins us to share his sharp wit, stories from the stage, and even a few “old guy” jokes. Plus, meet a Beverly teen who was accepted into 85 colleges and was offered more than $8 million in scholarships. ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.

Ron Howard's new thriller Eden brings star-studded cast to the edge of survival

Ron Howard's new thriller Eden brings star-studded cast to the edge of survival

VIDEO: SUV crashes into influencers mid-food review at restaurant

VIDEO: SUV crashes into influencers mid-food review at restaurant

John Stamos Pizza, quiet firing & no makeup dates | ChicagoNOW

John Stamos Pizza, quiet firing & no makeup dates | ChicagoNOW

Six Flags, Hurricane Erin & Bristol Renaissance Faire | ChicagoNOW

Six Flags, Hurricane Erin & Bristol Renaissance Faire | ChicagoNOW

John Stamos demands a pizza in his honor and Chicago’s Giordano’s delivers

John Stamos demands a pizza in his honor and Chicago’s Giordano’s delivers

Money

Most parents fall into debt for their children: Survey

Most parents fall into debt for their children: Survey

A survey reveals that soaring living costs are pushing most parents into debt. Many say it’s becoming “unmanageable."

Amazon app store to shut down on Androids Aug. 20. What it means for users

Amazon app store to shut down on Androids Aug. 20. What it means for users

Beverly teen gets over $8M in college scholarships

Beverly teen gets over $8M in college scholarships

Powerball grows to $643M

Powerball grows to $643M

Young Americans say friendship is too expensive; nearly half skip events due to costs: study

Young Americans say friendship is too expensive; nearly half skip events due to costs: study

Two Illinois players hit huge lottery wins — including a record $1.55M jackpot

Two Illinois players hit huge lottery wins — including a record $1.55M jackpot

Offbeat & Unusual

‘RushTok’ goes viral, but some sororities ban recruits from posting

‘RushTok’ goes viral, but some sororities ban recruits from posting

The viral “RushTok” trend has taken TikTok by storm, racking up millions of views as sorority hopefuls document their recruitment journeys. But some chapters are now pushing back, banning prospects from posting in an effort to protect tradition—and control the narrative.

Are you being quiet fired? Local expert weighs in

Are you being quiet fired? Local expert weighs in

Breast milk-flavored ice cream available nationwide | Would you try it?

Breast milk-flavored ice cream available nationwide | Would you try it?

Here's why your meetings suck

Here's why your meetings suck

Minnesota restroom in running for America's Best Restroom

Minnesota restroom in running for America's Best Restroom

Bama Rush explained: TikTok's sorority stars, brand deals and a new reality show