Monday: Partly sunny and nice, with a high of 77 and low of 62 degrees.
Tuesday: Nice with sun and some clouds, temps: high: 79, low: 66.
Wednesday: Humid with a t-storm possible, with a high of 81 and low of 65 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Chicago police officer, already stripped of powers, charged with domestic battery (cbsnews.com) — A Chicago police officer already relieved of his powers is being held without release after prosecutors charged him with aggravated domestic battery involving serious injuries to his girlfriend. Court records describe prior domestic-violence-related incidents, an order of protection now in place, and a history of civil-rights investigations, with his next court date set for Friday, Aug. 28.
• Elayna Black Injured At TNA Lockdown 2026 (PHOTO), Kiera Hogan Reacts To Her TNA Return (ewrestlingnews.com) — Chicago wrestling fans just hosted TNA Lockdown 2026, where hometown star Elayna Black left a brutal Steel Cage match in Chicago banged up but proud, sharing a post-show photo of her injuries. The same night, Kiera Hogan made a surprise return to TNA at the Chicago event, teaming with Allie to capture the Knockouts World Tag Team titles. Local fans were at the center of a major night for the Knockouts division.
• Cubs run it up on Mariners, end losing streak with 19-2 win (statenews.net) — Chicago Cubs fans got a big lift as the team exploded for 19 runs, including grand slams from Ian Happ and Pedro Ramirez, to rout the Mariners in Seattle. Chicago piled on nine runs in the eighth and 17 hits overall, snapping a three-game skid and showcasing a powerful response after recent struggles.
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What your neighbors are talking about on social media
Customers Embrace Bitter & Sweet Cocktail Boutique, Founders Eye Expansion As 2-Year Anniversary Nears —Jenny Kustra-Quinn Read on Patch
Fox Rothschild's Chicago Office Helps Kick Off a New School Year at Eli Whitney Elementary —Lauren Klippel Read on Patch
Remy Bumppo Hosts "Exploring The In-Between: A Conversation about Mid-Sized Theaters in Chicago" in Lakeview —SHOUTChicago.com Read on Patch
How Co-Parents Can Reduce Conflict After Separation —Julian Burke Read on Patch
Please share & repost to help reunite this lost dog! Manchitas was LOST on August 22, 2026 in Chicago, IL 60632 near 55th and pulaski Sharing for a neighbor. For the latest information or to contact… (Nextdoor West Beverly)
Since so many people loved the picture of Charlie I posted. I thought I would post few pictures of Charlie with his big sister Daisy. Charlie is a very silly Dalmatian so I might start posting him more often. (Nextdoor Garfield Ridge)
Aramark posted a job opening for Custodial Services Worker-McCormick Place in Chicago. Apply here.
National Safety Apparel posted a job opening for Sewing Machine Operator in Chicago. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Chicago here.
🗞 Nearby News
Cicero
Marine Veteran Claims He Got Permanent Brain Damage From Common Food, Now He's Suing (opposingviews.com)
Berwyn
Stage Buzz: The Ooozin' Ahhs at Berwyn Car Show • Cigars and Stripes BBQ • Berwyn (illinoisentertainer.com)
One Year Ago Today, We Lost the Last Surviving Member of the Vocal Quartet Whose No. 1 Hit Soundtracked 'Halloween,' 'Deadpool,' and 'Stranger Things' (americansongwriter.com)
This week in DuPage County history: A noteworthy event that shaped our past (Aug. 23-29) (dupagepolicyjournal.com)
Prosecutor with colorful past back at center of controversy in US attorney's office (chicagotribune.com)
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-- The Patch AM Team
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