🌱 Patch AM: Violent TX Fugitive Busted In Downtown Chicago Vacation Rental: Authorities

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🌱 Patch AM: When smelly Midway-area windows will finally be replaced and who qualifies.

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🌱 Patch AM: What Roseland Hospital’s maternity closure means for Far South Side families

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🌱 Patch AM: IL Pizzeria Lands On Nationwide List Of Best Pizza Shops

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🌱 Patch AM: Bears Near Illinois Stadium Deal, Arlington Heights Favored: Report

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$7.4 Million Lotto Ticket Sold At Chicago Gas Station

The winning ticket also scored an extra $2, while the store that sold it will receive a $74,000 bonus.

🌱 Patch AM: What’s driving Sam Sparks’ challenge in Chicago’s 7th Ward?

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Email Causes Confusion About Opening Of Popular Ice Rink In Mount Greenwood

Confusion about a popular winter attraction on the city's Southwest Side left some youth sports leagues scrambling.

🌱 Patch AM: FBI Agent Kills 27-Year-Old In Chicago Shooting: Reports

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Special Children’s Charities Chicago Marathon Running Team Breaks all Previous Fundraising Records

More than 300 participants took part in the Special Children's Charities 2026 Chicago Marathon Running Team

Man Who Stole Prosecutors' Computers Sentenced To Prison

The computers were being used by employees prosecuting a murder trial, according to the Illinois attorney general's office.

2nd Sexual Assault Allegation Surfaces Against Another UChicago Frat Party: Lawsuit

“Despite being incapacitated, Jane Doe pleaded with him to wear a condom. The fraternity brother allegedly refused,” a civil suit alleges.

Chicago's Data Center Fight Is Really a Zoning Fight

Northbrook zoning attorney Katarina Karac on what Chicago's competing data center proposals mean for property owners and businesses.

Americans Lost $20B To Online Crime: Check Your State’s Ranking

See which states lost the most, who’s most vulnerable, and how to protect yourself from becoming the next victim.

Chicago Native Pope Leo Has Lung Cancer, Undergoes Successful Surgery

Doctors removed the lower lobe of the pontiff’s right lung Tuesday, the Vatican said.

100 Club of Illinois Raises More Than $600,000 at 60th Anniversary “Toast to Hope”

Evening Highlights Stories of Resilience, Family Support and the Organization’s Lasting Impact on First Responders

Connecting Compassion to Community

Executive Service Corps of Chicago Honors Irish Community Services: A Lifeline for Chicagoland

Susana Mendoza Joins Lincoln Park Community Services for an Evening of Cooking, Conversation and Connection

Illinois Comptroller Sits Down with LPCS Guests to Listen, Share a Meal and Talk About the Challenges of Homelessness

Will County Jury Awards $3.6M After 2020 Joliet Rear-End Crash

Pretrial offers totaled a combined $50,000; recovery may reach $4.6M with prejudgment interest

Pope Leo XIV Sends White Sox Letter With Blessings Before Wild Card Opener Against Houston Astros

Pope Leo XIV sent his blessings to his favorite baseball team, the Chicago White Sox, before their Wild Card series opener Tuesday.

Illinois iLottery Player Wins Nearly $1 Million FastPlay Jackpot

The latest jackpot adds to what has already been a busy September for Illinois Lottery players.

More Measles Exposures Tied To Chicago Union Station, Hotel

The Chicago Department of Public Health reports more measles exposures tied to Chicago Union Station and Wentworth Suites in September.

Lincoln Park Community Services Receives $100,000 Grant to Support Chicagoans Experiencing Homelessness

Funding from the Searle Funds at The Chicago Community Trust will support LPCS’s day-to-day Work and Services

100 Club of Illinois Celebrates 60 Years of Standing Behind Those Who Stand for Illinois

“Toast to Hope” 60th Anniversary Celebration to Honor Six Decades of Supporting First Responders and Their Families Across the State

$1.04B Powerball Winner Comes Forward In Illinois

The anonymous winner chose the lump-sum option after buying a single $2 Quick Pick ticket in Quincy.

Commuters Alerted To Measles Exposure In August At Chicago Union Station, CDPH Says

The Chicago Department of Public Health traced the measles exposure to an out-of-state traveler who passed through Union Station Aug. 27-28

Jeff Rehberger: The Man Who Built a Video Gaming Empire in Illinois

As CEO of Lucky Lincoln Gaming, Jeff Rehberger is bringing modern technology to Illinois’ video game industry.

Chicago-Area Man Regains Hand Use After 5 Years of Paralysis

FDA-Cleared ExaStim® Device Offers New Hope for Spinal Cord Injury Patients

Cardinal Cupich, Nuns' Lawsuit Claims New IL Right-To-Die Law Is A 'Ticket Punch' For A Patient's Death

Cardinal Cupich, Little Sisters of the Poor and Carmelite Sisters for the Aged file a federal suit to block IL's end-of-life bill.

Chicago River Bridge Gets Stuck After Lifting For Boat To Pass

Extreme heat caused bridge components to expand, preventing it from properly lowering.

Lincoln Park Community Services Hosts Taste of Fall: Casino Night

Chicagoans Invited to Roll the Dice for a Cause While Supporting Neighbors Experiencing Homelessness

Beluga Whale Dies At Shedd Aquarium After Rescue From Closed Marine Park In Canada

“We cannot emphasize enough that rescue is a step-by-step process for these whales," wrote Andrew Pulver, vice president of animal care.

Chicago Mom Wins $400K On Illinois Lottery Scratch-Off Ticket

She checked the ticket over and over before believing the top prize was real, according to Illinois Lottery.

Obama Presidential Center Releasing Next Round Of Museum Tickets Wednesday

The Obama Foundation confirmed it will release the next round of tickets for the Obama Presidential Center museum on Wednesday, Aug. 12.

100 Club of Illinois Applauds HB 4842 Signing to Strengthen First Responder Mental Health

Legislation Expands Confidentiality Protections for Peer Support and Critical Incident Stress Management Services

Illinois State Police Master Sergeant Launches Second Annual "Survival of the Fittest" Competition

Statewide event encourages fitness, resilience and camaraderie among law enforcement officers while expanding access to wellness resources

Pritzker Signs Law Establishing July 25 As 'Emmett Till Day ' To Keep Teen's And Mother's Legacy From Erasure

“This legislation ensures that Emmett Till and his mother, Mamie Till-Mobley, will never be forgotten,” Gov. J.B. Pritzker said.

Limited Amount of Tickets Available for Rooftop - Cubs vs. Yankees, August 2

The Chicago Cubs take on the NY Yankees on August 2nd, and tickets are still available for Wrigley Rooftops, benefitting Glenwood Academy.

4 Beluga Whales Rescued From Shuttered Marine Park Arrive At Shedd Aquarium

The whales traveled to Chicago by truck and plane as part of an international rescue after the closed Canadian park threatened euthanasia.

Andersonville's SUMMER SIDEWALK SALE Returns

July 24 – 26, 2026

The Chicago Dental Studio is Bringing its Patient-First Approach to South Loop

Across healthcare, patient expectations have begun to shift.

2.9 Magnitude Earthquake Recorded 13 Miles Off IL Shoreline In Lake Michigan

The 2.9 magnitude trembler happened Wednesday afternoon about 3.1 miles deep beneath the Lake Michigan surface, USGS officials say.

Senior-friendly online security: how to stay safe easily

Online safety doesn’t have to be hard — Surfshark ONE helps protect you and your info with just a few clicks.

Tech Doesn't Have to Be Scary: Online Safety Tips for Seniors

Simple steps for seniors and their families to stay safe online, with tools to assist.

Tired of Ads? Here’s How to Make Them Disappear for Good

If you feel like ads are slowing you down, Surfshark has a simple way to clean up your internet experience in just minutes.

How to Stay Safe on Public Wi-Fi with Surfshark VPN

Public Wi-Fi is convenient but risky. Learn how Surfshark VPN protects your data from hackers, malware, and prying eyes.

Become an AFS Host Family: Share Your Life, Shape a Future

Become a host family with AFS-USA and make a global connection that will last a lifetime.

A Collaborative Approach to Enhancing Recovery with Non-Opioids

Learn how Dr. Anderson and Dr. Asif work together to provide their patients with non-opioid pain management options after plastic surgery

THC-Infused, Non-Alcoholic Beverages Hit Chicago-Area Liquor Stores

WYNK’s Award-Winning, Zero-Calorie, Zero-Sugar Seltzers Provide a Healthier Alternative to Alcohol—Available Where Adult Beverages are Sold

AFS-USA is seeking host families to welcome an exchange student

Make a difference in a young person’s life by becoming an AFS-USA host family.