Afghanistan August 16, 2021 7:13 pm Former Elections Observer Horrified by Chaos in Afghanistan Some people with Illinois ties are anxiously awaiting to hear from family and friends in Afghanistan following the Taliban’s takeover of the country. NBC 5’s Chris Hush reports. Local 2:09 Chicago-area breweries prepare to celebrate Craft Beer Week 9:34 Chicago police release new details in arrest of Xavier Tate 2:23 Suspect accused of killing CPD officer Luis Huesca 3:10 Suspect charged in killing of Chicago police officer faces additional charges 2:03 Prosecutors detail how Calumet City cold case unfolded, with suspect finally arrested