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Ed Burke's defense grills Burger King mogul as federal corruption trial continues

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Here's why flags are flying at half-staff in Illinois

Here's why flags are flying at half-staff in Illinois

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Here's when Advent starts in 2023

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Here's when the Geminid meteor shower, one of the year's best, will peak

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2 essentials this doctor stocks up on every cold and flu season: ‘I try to avoid taking OTC medications if I can'

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Black Friday weekend shopping turnout soars to a record, as consumers seek bargains

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47% of Americans say inflation will affect their charitable giving—how to donate without breaking the bank

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Freed Israeli hostage describes what life was like while being held by Hamas

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Missing man's body found in vent at Michigan community college building

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First US humanitarian aid flight for Gaza set to land in Egypt

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See it: This historic Illinois house has a restored train, vintage carousel on its property

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Underground surprises make this $1.2M Wisconsin listing so unique

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See inside an interior designer's Barrington Hills home now for sale for $5M

See inside an interior designer's Barrington Hills home now for sale for $5M

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Making A Difference

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‘Today Show' joins volunteers in helping to set world record for turkey giveaways

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‘World Kindness Day' observed Monday, but Chicago artist aims to be kind every day

‘World Kindness Day' observed Monday, but Chicago artist aims to be kind every day

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Making a Difference: BrainUp gives brain cancer research the attention it deserves

Making a Difference: BrainUp gives brain cancer research the attention it deserves

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When is the Christmas tree lighting in downtown Chicago this year? Here's what to know

When is the Christmas tree lighting in downtown Chicago this year? Here's what to know

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Popular Chicago museum reopens with big changes after renovations

Popular Chicago museum reopens with big changes after renovations

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Catch these 10 Chicago-area light shows coming in November

Catch these 10 Chicago-area light shows coming in November

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Changing Climate

Iceberg 3X the size of New York City drifts beyond Antarctic waters

Iceberg 3X the size of New York City drifts beyond Antarctic waters

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Buyers worldwide go for bigger cars, erasing gains from cleaner tech. EVs would help

Buyers worldwide go for bigger cars, erasing gains from cleaner tech. EVs would help

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Climate change is impacting hops and barley crops, forcing beer industry to adjust

Climate change is impacting hops and barley crops, forcing beer industry to adjust

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Illinois Transit

Union Station entrance on Clinton Street reopened after being walled off more than 40 years

Union Station entrance on Clinton Street reopened after being walled off more than 40 years

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CTA to Refresh 29 Stations in 2023

CTA to Refresh 29 Stations in 2023

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‘SUKIT': Illinois Secretary of State Reveals Rejected Vanity License Plate Requests

‘SUKIT': Illinois Secretary of State Reveals Rejected Vanity License Plate Requests

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