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Body of Missing Teen Girl Found

Body of 15-year-old Lexie Adu was recovered Friday on Loyola Beach in Roger's Park after a nearly 13-hour search. Watch »

3 hours ago
Police: Valparaiso Gunman Shot Himself

Police: Valparaiso Gunman Shot Himself

Police said situation was not a domestic dispute. Gunman was reportedly owed money by someone inside building. Read »

40 minutes ago
Accused Etan Patz Killer Charged

Accused Etan Patz Killer Charged

The former bodega stock clerk arrested for killing 6-year-old Etan Patz was charged with second-degree murder... Read »

21 minutes ago
Naperville Woman Has Olympic Hopes

Naperville Woman Has Olympic Hopes

In a sport filled with 16 and 17-year-olds, Anna Li is an anomaly. The 23-year-old from Naperville has... Read »

7 minutes ago
Obama Chicago-Bound for Fundraiser

Obama Chicago-Bound for Fundraiser

President will be back in Chicago on June 1 for a fundraiser at the Chicago Cultural Center. Read »

2 hours ago
Two Reconstructed Bridges Open On Halsted Street

Two Reconstructed Bridges Open On Halsted Street

Pair of projects funded by grants from the Federal Highway Administration and the Tax Increment Financing program. Read »

13 minutes ago

City Clerk Announces Chicago's Dog Of Distinction

Wilma, a chocolate Lab pup, will receive a $2,000 dog tag and bragging rights. Watch »

3 hours ago

Congress Veers from Legislating to Politicking

Republicans in Congress will spend this summer not just legislating but striking political poses in the hopes... Watch »

38 minutes ago

Explore Field Museum's 'Extreme Mammals' Exhibit

Explore the past and present of mammals in an interactive exhibit at the Field Museum. View »

2 hours ago
Police Fight For NATO Summit Compensation

Police Fight For NATO Summit Compensation

The city may be praising Chicago police for a job well done after the NATO Summit, but the thank you stops there. Read »

3 hours ago
Recordings May Expand Manson Murder Probe

Recordings May Expand Manson Murder Probe

The Los Angeles Police Department has asked to listen to old audio recordings that could link unsolved murders... Read »

5 hours ago
Mother of 3 Abandoned Oregon Children Is Found

Mother of 3 Abandoned Oregon Children Is Found

The mother of three young children found abandoned in a shed in Portland, Ore., on Friday afternoon, police said. Read »

2 hours ago
Islamist, Military Man Head to Run-Off in Egypt Vote

Islamist, Military Man Head to Run-Off in Egypt Vote

Egypt’s next president will either be an Islamist or a veteran of ousted leader Hosni Mubarak’s regime. Read »

May 25, 2012
Quinn Gets Medicaid Cuts

Quinn Gets Medicaid Cuts

Now the big question is: will the legislators give Gov. Pat Quinn the rest of what he wants? Read »

6 hours ago
Bloomingdale Boy Dies in ATV Crash

Bloomingdale Boy Dies in ATV Crash

An ATV accident killed an 11-year-old boy in Bartlett Thursday night. Read »

May 25, 2012
State May Boost License Plate Fee by $2

State May Boost License Plate Fee by $2

A plan under consideration by the House could increase license plate fees by $2 Read »

May 25, 2012
Space Station Grabs Dragon

Space Station Grabs Dragon "By the Tail"

The International Space Station’s crew reached out with a robotic arm Friday morning and grabbed the world’s... Read »

4 hours ago
SpaceX's Dragon Hooks Up with Space Station

SpaceX's Dragon Hooks Up with Space Station

Watch NASA TV's of the SpaceX Dragon's berthing at the International Space Station. Read »

May 25, 2012
Dog Alerts Plainfield Family of Burning Home

Dog Alerts Plainfield Family of Burning Home

A Plainfield family dog wakes mom and 2 kids during late night house fire. Read »

May 25, 2012
Chicago's Olympic Dream Revived?

Chicago's Olympic Dream Revived?

The USOC is considering supporting Chicago for a new Olympic bid, according to Crain's Chicago Business. Read »

5 hours ago
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