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Girl, 2, Battles Rare Polio-Like Illness

Doctors say the rare disease, which has been popping up across the U.S. and has sickened two children in Chicagoland, affects roughly one in a million people.

Warner Saunders, Longtime Chicago Anchor, Dies

The award-winning journalist collapsed Tuesday night and was pronounced dead at the hospital.

Body Found In Walmart Lot May Have Been There For Days: Official

A woman's body was found in the backseat of her car in a Walmart parking lot on Tuesday.

Chicago Bulls 2018-19 Schedule: When They Play And Tipoff Times

PLUS: Find out how to catch this season's games on TV, the radio and streaming.

Van Dyke Moved To Jail On Illinois-Iowa Border

The convicted Chicago cop was transferred Tuesday from Cook Co. Jail because of his high-profile, not because of any threats or incidents.

Rauner Still Against Recreational Weed, but Willing To 'Study Idea'

Governor's feelings on recreational marijuana use still differ from medical marijuana use.

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