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3 Make Parachute Jump From Trump Tower Roof: Police
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3 Make Parachute Jump From Trump Tower Roof: Police

Police say the three people broke into the highest point of the Chicago high-rise. Read »

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Twins Beat Sox

Twins Beat Sox

Minnesota 7, Chicago 4 Read »

Jun 19, 2013
Cubs Fall to Cards in St. Louis

Cubs Fall to Cards in St. Louis

St. Louis 4, Chicago 1 Read »

Jun 19, 2013
Lawmakers Agree to Form Pension Committee

Lawmakers Agree to Form Pension Committee

Both chambers of the Illinois Legislature voted Wednesday to create a bipartisan committee to try to solve... Watch »

Jun 19, 2013
Students Hospitalized in Pepper Spray Incident

Students Hospitalized in Pepper Spray Incident

Nine students were hospitalized Wednesday after being overcome by pepper spray in a north side school,... Read »

Jun 19, 2013
Man Accused of Robbing Woman on Crutches

Man Accused of Robbing Woman on Crutches

Woman knocked down in the Loop, cell phone stolen. Read »

Jun 19, 2013
Body Pulled From Lake Identified As Missing Student

Body Pulled From Lake Identified As Missing Student

The body Chicago Police recovered early Wednesday from Lake Michigan is that of a University of Chicago student who... Watch »

Jun 19, 2013
Convicted Sex Trafficker Charged Again

Convicted Sex Trafficker Charged Again

Man accused to bringing Minnesota girl to Chicago against her will. Read »

Jun 19, 2013
Matt Forte, Tim Jennings Visit the Troops

Matt Forte, Tim Jennings Visit the Troops

Matt Forte, Tim Jennings, and former Bear Tim Jennings recently took a trip together. But the trio didn't go on... Read »

Jun 19, 2013
Daley Poll: Madigan Is Drag on Daughter's Campaign

Daley Poll: Madigan Is Drag on Daughter's Campaign

According to a poll released by Bill Daley's campaign, voters don't like the idea of Michael Madigan as House Speake... Read »

Jun 19, 2013
Parents, Students Take Over Closing School's Classroom

Parents, Students Take Over Closing School's Classroom

A group of around nine parents and students on Wednesday took over a classroom at a Humboldt Park school slated... Read »

Jun 19, 2013
Husband Testifies in

Husband Testifies in "Sex Slave" Trial

Man denies beating, raping ex-wife, claims she introduced him to alternative lifestyle. Read »

Jun 19, 2013
Hossa Misses Morning Skate, Kane-Toews Reunited

Hossa Misses Morning Skate, Kane-Toews Reunited

Chicago Blackhawks winger Marian Hossa, who missed Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final Monday, did not skate with... Read »

Jun 19, 2013
NHL Coaches Dissect Blackhawks' Power Play

NHL Coaches Dissect Blackhawks' Power Play

The Chicago Blackhawks' power play has been a flashpoint for all sorts of jokes lately, but several NHL... Read »

Jun 19, 2013
Who the Bulls Could Pick in NBA Draft's First Round

Who the Bulls Could Pick in NBA Draft's First Round

The general consensus on this year’s draft class is that it’s very weak, with no clear-cut No. 1 pick. Read »

Jun 19, 2013
Opinion: CTU President Attacks Illinois' Unequal Tax System

Opinion: CTU President Attacks Illinois' Unequal Tax System

Amid her cries of racism, Lewis made important points about a tax system that hits the poor harder than the rich, an... Read »

Jun 19, 2013
Fan Mows

Fan Mows "Go Hawks" On Lawn

Schaumburg man shows ultimate support for playoff team. Watch »

Jun 19, 2013
Ford City Mall Renovations Planned for 2014

Ford City Mall Renovations Planned for 2014

The Ford City Mall will see changes in 2014 and new retailers will be coming to the community. Read »

Jun 19, 2013
Medical Association Recognizes Obesity As Disease

Medical Association Recognizes Obesity As Disease

The Chicago-based board hopes the designation will advance obesity treatment and prevention. Read »

Jun 19, 2013
Bear Bites: What's the Next Big Jersey Trend?

Bear Bites: What's the Next Big Jersey Trend?

Welcome to Bear Bites, your morning rundown of Chicago Bears news. Read on for the latest on Bears'... Read »

Jun 19, 2013
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