nbc 5 nightly update December 8, 2021 7:50 pm NBC 5 Nightly Update: Smollett Trial Heads to Jury Here are the latest headlines from around the Chicago area in the NBC 5 Nightly Update for Wednesday, Dec. 8, 2021. Local 2:17 Reward increases to $100K for arrest in Chicago Police Officer Luis Huesca's killing 2:00 Thornton Township residents seek answers over use of taxpayer dollars 1:42 Warrant issued for suspect in murder of Chicago police officer 2:28 Tips on how to tell people you're adhering to a plant-based diet 2:15 Politicians, season ticketholders skeptical on Bears' plans for new stadium