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Former Democratic Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan is set to report to prison on Monday to begin serving a seven-and-a-half-year sentence after being convicted on 10 of 23 counts in a corruption trial.

Ex-Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan to begin prison term in major corruption case

Former Democratic Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan is set to report to prison on Monday to begin serving a seven-and-a-half-year sentence after being convicted on 10 of 23 counts in a corrupt…

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WGN NEWS @wgntv.com · 13h

This year's Chicago Marathon had 53,000 runners, a record number, and about a million spectators lined up to cheer them on during the 26.2-mile course.

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BREAKING: The Chicago Cubs season has come to an end after a 3-1 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers in Game 5 of the NLDS.

Brewers eliminate Cubs with 3-1 win in Game 5 of NLDS

CHICAGO — The Chicago Cubs season has come to an end after a 3-1 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers in Game 5 of the NLDS. This story will be updated.

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Chicago city leaders have distributed "ICE-free zone" signs to local businesses and residents. While the signs do not actually prevent agents from entering, officials say they lay the groundwork for potential legal action.

Chicago city leaders hand out ‘ICE-free zone’ signs to local businesses, residents

Chicago city leaders gathered in Pilsen on Saturday to distribute “ICE-free zone” signs to local businesses that want to signal support for immigrant communities and push back against federal enfor…

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Leah Howell, a two-time kidney transplant recipient, is running the Bank of America Chicago Marathon tomorrow to raise awareness and funds for the National Kidney Foundation of Illinois.

After 2 kidney transplants, Chicago woman takes on first marathon

Leah Howell, a two-time kidney transplant recipient, is running the Bank of America Chicago Marathon to raise awareness and funds for the National Kidney Foundation of Illinois.

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A federal appeals court has temporarily blocked the deployment of the National Guard in Illinois, as protests continue outside the ICE processing center in Broadview.

Federal appeals court blocks National Guard deployment in Illinois as protests grow outside Broadview ICE facility

A federal appeals court has temporarily blocked the deployment of the National Guard in Illinois, as protests continue outside the Immigration and Customs Enforcement processing center in Broadview…

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WGN NEWS @wgntv.com · 2d

CashApp is giving away $100 to thousands of users every Friday through Oct. 24, as part of its Cash App Pool sweepstakes.

How to enter Cash App's $100 giveaway

CashApp is giving away $100 to thousands of users every Friday through Oct. 24, as part of its Cash App Pool sweepstakes.

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After a long legal battle that stretched over nine and a half years, a Cook County jury found the Illinois State Toll Highway Authority negligent in connection with a tragic crash that happened on a portion of I-90 on March 25, 2016.

Jury finds Illinois Tollway negligent in deadly 2016 crash

After a long legal battle that stretched over nine and a half years, a Cook County jury has reached a verdict against the Illinois State Toll Highway Authority in connection with a tragic crash tha…

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WGN NEWS @wgntv.com · 2d

Questions have been swirling for weeks over whether ICE agents might target the Chicago Marathon. The race, which happens Sunday, draws thousands of runners from around the world and is a major tourism draw for the Windy City.

Immigration crackdown stirs unease ahead of this weekend’s Chicago Marathon

Questions have been swirling for weeks over whether Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents might target the Chicago Marathon. The race, which happens Sunday, draws thousands of runners from aro…

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WGN NEWS @wgntv.com · 3d

BREAKING: Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, a beloved and iconic member of the Loyola University Chicago community who was well-known as the chaplain to the Loyola University men's basketball team, died Thursday at the age of 106, according to the university.

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WGN NEWS @wgntv.com · 3d

It's all on the line for the Cubs once again as Game 4 of the NLDS inches closer, and excitement is starting to build around Wrigley Field, in bars and other area businesses.

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Interstate 294 northbound near Dempster Street near Rosemont is experiencing heavy delays after a semi truck caught fire Thursday afternoon.

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The Civilian Office of Police Accountability (COPA) is investigating an officer-involved shooting on the city’s South Side.

Authorities investigating officer-involved shooting on South Side

The Civilian Office of Police Accountability (COPA) is investigating an officer-involved shooting on the city’s South Side.

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WGN NEWS @wgntv.com · 4d

The daughter of a man detained by United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents and then defamed online is speaking out, saying he's been painted as a sexual predator with a violent past when he has no criminal history.

Daughter outraged after father detained by ICE painted as a sexual predator, despite no criminal history

CHICAGO (WGN) — The daughter of a man detained by United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents and then defamed online is speaking out, saying he’s been painted as a se…

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WGN NEWS @wgntv.com · 4d

A judge ruled that federal agents violated First Amendment rights during protests at the Broadview ICE processing center, while also dropping charges against some of the protesters.

Judge says federal agents violated First Amendment rights during protests at Broadview ICE facility; charges dropped against some protesters

CHICAGO (WGN) – The Dirksen Federal Courthouse saw a fair share of activity on Wednesday all centered around protests at the Broadview ICE facility and the conduct of federal agents. Luci Maz…

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WGN NEWS @wgntv.com · 4d

Jon Dunham's documentary "Spirit of the Marathon" captured the spirit of the Chicago Marathon, featuring stories of both professional athletes and amateur participants. The film gave race director Carey Pinkowski a new perspective.

Making movie magic at the Chicago Marathon

Filmmaker Jon Dunham’s documentary “Spirit of the Marathon” captured the spirit of the 2005 Chicago Marathon, featuring stories of both professional athletes and amateur participa…

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Multiple reports indicate National Guard members could start arriving in Broadview as early as Wednesday night.

Broadview braces for National Guard arrival

Multiple reports indicate National Guard members could start arriving in Broadview as early as Wednesday night.

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BREAKING: Israel and Hamas have agreed to the “first phase” of his peace plan to pause fighting and release at least some hostages and prisoners, President Donald Trump said Wednesday.

Israel, Hamas agree to ‘first phase’ of plan to end fighting, release hostages, Trump says

Israel and Hamas have agreed to the “first phase” of his peace plan to pause fighting and release at least some hostages and prisoners, U.S. President Donald Trump said Wednesday.

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Compensation for victims of domestic violence was a big focus of the Illinois Crime Survivors for Safety and Justice policy retreat held Wednesday in Chicago, which had dozens of violent crimes survivors in the room.

Chicago event sheds light on justice hurdles for domestic violence survivors

An event held Wednesday aimed to help women impacted by domestic violence learn about programs that exist just for them.

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WGN NEWS @wgntv.com · 4d

A homicide investigation is underway after a victim, believed to be a child, was found dead in the city’s Washington Park neighborhood.

CPD investigating after boy found shot to death on South Side

A homicide investigation is underway after a victim, believed to be a child, was found dead in the city’s Washington Park neighborhood.

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If you’ve driven around Humboldt Park or Logan Square, there’s a good chance you’ve seen John Vergara’s creations. He has designed and led teams of artists and volunteers to create huge, colorful murals that bring life to otherwise blank city walls.

Chicago muralist uses art to uplift youth and celebrate Latino culture

John Vergara is a Chicago muralist who has created large, colorful murals in Humboldt Park and Logan Square, including The Legends Mural, and works with at-risk youth to provide them with an outlet…

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Loved ones gathered to celebrate eight-year-old Zayden Garrett's brave spirit and remarkable recovery. He was shot inside his grandmother’s home last October, resulting in a seven-day hospital stay.

8-year-old boy marks a year of healing with pizza party after being shot in 2024

Zayden Garrett, an eight-year-old boy who was shot a year ago, was welcomed home with a surprise celebration of survival and strength.

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WGN NEWS @wgntv.com · 5d

Members of the Texas National Guard arrived in Illinois late last night to join Illinois National Guard troops at an Army Reserve training center in Elwood, fueling a growing political dispute over the federal government’s role in the deployment.

Texas and Illinois National Guard troops stationed in Elwood amid controversy over federal deployment

The Texas National Guard has been deployed to an Army Reserve training center in Elwood, Illinois, sparking a political dispute over the federal government’s role in the deployment, with some…

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WGN NEWS @wgntv.com · 5d

A 23-year-old U.S. citizen was arrested and released in Waukegan Monday as federal agents ramp up immigration arrests in Lake County.

‘This is un-American’: Community leaders condemn ICE arrest in U.S. citizen in Waukegan

A 23-year-old U.S. citizen was arrested and released in Waukegan Monday as federal agents ramp up immigration arrests in Lake County.

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BREAKING: A Ground Delay is in effect at Chicago O’Hare International Airport due to a shortage of air traffic controllers likely caused by the government shutdown.

FAA issues Ground Delay at O’Hare due to shortage of air traffic controllers

A Ground Delay is in effect at Chicago O’Hare International Airport due to a shortage of air traffic controllers likely caused by the government shutdown.

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