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Off-Duty Officer Shoots, Kills Neighbor's Dog

Off-Duty Officer Shoots, Kills Neighbor's Dog

The officer, an eight-year veteran of the force, said he was out with his young son on the 5800 block of North Oketo Avenue, on the city's far northwest side, when Maximus, a four-month-old pit bull, charged at them. Watch »

May 17, 2013
CTU's Lewis Wins Second Term

CTU's Lewis Wins Second Term

Jesse Sharkey, Michael Brunson and Kristine Mayle were also re-elected to vice-president, recording secretary... Watch »

May 17, 2013
Online Buyers Concerned with Package Thefts

Online Buyers Concerned with Package Thefts

One woman is urging customers to be prepared for a loss when shipping items through the United States... Watch »

May 17, 2013
Person Killed by Orange Line Train

Person Killed by Orange Line Train

Service suspended between Roosevelt and 35th Street stops. Read »

May 17, 2013
Cubs Fall to Mets

Cubs Fall to Mets

New York 3, Chicago 2 Read »

May 17, 2013
Andrew Mason’s Manifest Destiny Strikes Silicon Valley

Andrew Mason’s Manifest Destiny Strikes Silicon Valley

Groupon Co-Founder Brad Keywell has famously lamented that Chicago’s best tech folks flee here for Silicon Read »

May 17, 2013
Pair Rescued from Overturned Boat on Lake Michigan

Pair Rescued from Overturned Boat on Lake Michigan

The small craft overturned off the shore of Jackson Park, at 65th Street. Watch »

May 17, 2013
Four Hospitalized After Elevator Fall

Four Hospitalized After Elevator Fall

At least five ambulances were called to 60 E. Delaware Pl. at about 3 p.m. Read »

May 17, 2013
Elderly Woman Takes Stand In Trump Tower Trial

Elderly Woman Takes Stand In Trump Tower Trial

Woman says she never knew the profit-sharing agreement was "was subject to change." Watch »

May 17, 2013
What Will the O-Line Look Like in '13?

What Will the O-Line Look Like in '13?

The Bears' biggest ongoing struggle was the offensive line. Jay Cutler was sacked 113 times in the last... Read »

May 17, 2013
Read Alderman Scott Waguespack's Parking Meter Questions

Read Alderman Scott Waguespack's Parking Meter Questions

You're not alone. Many alderman have questions about the multi-decade agreement that give up billions in revenue to... Read »

May 17, 2013
Vote: Do You Support Legal Medical Marijuana in Illinois?

Vote: Do You Support Legal Medical Marijuana in Illinois?

NBC 5 wants to hear from you. Read »

May 17, 2013
Joel Quenneville Nominated for Adams Award

Joel Quenneville Nominated for Adams Award

Chicago Blackhawks head coach Joel Quenneville was nominated for the Jack Adams Award on Friday, but should he... Read »

May 17, 2013
Despite Negativity, Bulls Feel Rose Did the Right Thing

Despite Negativity, Bulls Feel Rose Did the Right Thing

“He heeded (Chairman Jerry Reinsdorf's) advice from the beginning to not rush it and make sure you’re... Read »

May 17, 2013
Illinois Is Not The Worst Place To Be A Republican

Illinois Is Not The Worst Place To Be A Republican

In nine states, at least one House of the legislature is less Republican than the Illinois General Assembly. Read »

May 17, 2013
Illinois Senate Approves Medical Marijuana Bill

Illinois Senate Approves Medical Marijuana Bill

Medical marijuana use in Illinois is now in Gov. Pat Quinn's hands after the state Senate approved Read »

May 17, 2013
Justice Stevens: Bush v. Gore Decision Violated Constitution

Justice Stevens: Bush v. Gore Decision Violated Constitution

The retired Supreme Court justice from Chicago questions one of the Court's most famous decisions. Read »

May 17, 2013
Preckwinkle Finds An Issue In School Closings

Preckwinkle Finds An Issue In School Closings

If Cook County School Board President Toni Preckwinkle decides to run for mayor, she can continue her criticism... Watch »

May 17, 2013
Wayne's Weekend: Smoked Eye Of Round Sliders

Wayne's Weekend: Smoked Eye Of Round Sliders

Smoked eye of round sliders headline a summer party that includes prosciutto wrapped asparagus, fruit skewers... Watch »

May 17, 2013
Supporter Sends Jackson Jr. Letter to Wrong Judge

Supporter Sends Jackson Jr. Letter to Wrong Judge

Cook County Commissioner Jerry “Iceman” Butler is the latest public official to write a Federal Judge... Read »

May 17, 2013
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