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Search for woman continues after car crashes into Little Calumet River; 1 man dead, police source co
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- Search for woman continues after car crashes into Little Calumet River; 1 man dead, police source co
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- 2:16
- Date posted
- 6 days ago
- Description
- One man has died, a Chicago police source confirmed, and a woman is still missing after police say the car they were in, along with with three other people, went into the Little Calumet River early Tuesday morning on the city's Far South Side. According to police, the car lost control, hit a barrier and went into the river around 2:30 a.m. in the 13000 block of South Indiana Avenue, in the Riverdale neighborhood.
READ MORE: https://wgntv.com/news/chicago-news/rescuers-search-for-woman-in-little-calumet-river-after-car-she-was-in-lost-control-and-went-into-water-on-far-south-side/
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- VIDEO: Amazon delivery truck involved in crash on EB I-80/94 in Indiana, spilling packages onto expr
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- 0:41
- Date posted
- 6 days ago
- Description
- A crash involving multiple vehicles, including an Amazon delivery truck, caused a massive mess and major traffic delays on an expressway in Gary, Indiana.
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- WATCH LIVE | The Sports Office | Sept. 7, 2026
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- 27:51
- Date posted
- 6 days ago
- Description
- LIVE NOW | The Sports Office!
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- Police say man in custody after two men, ages 32 and 45, shot and killed in Englewood late Monday ni
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- 0:20
- Date posted
- 6 days ago
- Description
- Chicago police say a man is in custody in connection with a double homicide late Monday night in Englewood on the city's South Side. According to police, two men, ages 32 and 45, got into an argument with another man they knew inside a residence in the 600 block of West 74th Street just before midnight. The offender then took out a gun and shot the victims.
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- New details emerge after Amazon cargo jet runs off runway at Miami International Airport, killing 5
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- 2:41
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- New details were revealed after an Amazon cargo jet ran off the runway at Miami International Airport, killing five and injuring five others. WGN's Courtney Spinelli has the latest developments.
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- Rome Odunze's absence from practice and rookies' "Rookie Wall" | The Sports Office
- Runtime
- 13:27
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- It was mostly positive news out of Halas Hall on Monday, with one exception. Rome Odunze was absent from the practice fields up in Lake Forest.
Chris Boden, Kevin Powell and Nate Poppen discuss their confidence in Odunze being available for Week 1 versus the Carolina Panthers, then dive into how the rookies handled training camp on The Sports Office!
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- Laughter can help those with breathing disorders — and more health headlines
- Runtime
- 2:01
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- For Monday, Sept. 7, WGN’s Dina Bair has the latest on new medical information, including, laughter can help those with breathing disorders, researchers say most apple cider vinegar health benefits are overstated and fall allergies can trigger fruit and vegetable sensitivities.
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- Remembering Matt Suhey, former Chicago Bears fullback and Super Bowl champion
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- 2:46
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
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- Longtime Chicago Bears fullback Matt Suhey, a member of the franchise’s legendary 1985 Super Bowl championship team, has died, sources tell WGN-TV. He was 68.
WGN's Jeremy Ross tells the tale of Matt Suhey.
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- Federal investigators probe Amazon cargo jet's fiery runway crash that killed 5 in Miami
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- 3:15
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- The five people killed when an Amazon cargo jet ran off a runway at Miami International Airport were all inside a van carrying seven people from a cleaning company, and an SUV hit outside of airport property, National Transportation Safety Board Chairwoman Jennifer Homendy said Monday. WGN's Courtney Spinelli has a breakdown of the latest details.
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- Chicago crowds soak up the Labor Day sunshine at Montrose Beach
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- 1:45
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- WGN's Dana Rebik spoke with some beachgoers on how they're spending their Labor Day playing volleyball and grilling it up at Montrose Beach.
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- Hawaii residents told to expect tropical storm conditions as Hurricane Lowell passes to the west
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- 3:15
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- Officials in Hawaii urged residents and visitors to prepare for heavy rains, flooding and possibly mudslides as Hurricane Lowell, a major Category 3 storm, prompted the National Hurricane Center to issue a tropical storm warning for two islands on Sunday.
WGN meteorologist Alyssa Donovan breaks down the latest hurricane data.
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- 'That's every weekend': Chicago street takeovers leave nearby residents frustrated | Crime Watch
- Runtime
- 1:54
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- A South Side intersection was taken over by speeding cars and crowds early Sunday morning, leaving nearby residents frustrated. WGN's Jenna Barnes has the full story.
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- Lakeview celebrates 63rd annual WOOGMS Parade
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- 2:06
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- For about 63 years and counting, a stretch of Lakeview gathers for the WOOGMS Parade.
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- Woman, 27, found shot to death inside South Side home: CPD | Crime Watch Chicago
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- 0:16
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- A 27-year-old woman was found shot to death inside a home on the city's South Side, according to Chicago police.
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- Man shot and killed near park in Logan Square on Sunday night, according to Chicago police
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- 1:26
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- A 26-year-old man was shot and killed Sunday night near a park in Logan Square on the city's Northwest Side, according to Chicago police. Police say officers responding to the 2700 block of North Harding Avenue around 8 p.m. for a call of shots fired found the man unresponsive on the ground with a gunshot wound to the back.
READ MORE: https://wgntv.com/news/chicagocrime/26-year-old-man-shot-and-killed-in-logan-square-on-sunday-night-according-to-chicago-police/
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- At least 5 killed after Amazon cargo plane goes off runway at Miami International Airport
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- 1:55
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- An Amazon cargo plane barreled off a runway at Miami International Airport on Sunday, killing at least five people as it struck vehicles and burst into flames, authorities said. The aircraft overran the runway around 2 p.m. after arriving from San Juan, Puerto Rico. Five people were killed, three critically injured and two others hospitalized with less severe injuries, Miami-Dade County officials told a news conference.
READ MORE: https://wgntv.com/news/amazon-cargo-plane-sends-up-billowing-cloud-of-smoke-after-overrunning-runway-at-miami-airport/
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- 26-year-old man shot and killed in Logan Square on Sunday night, according to Chicago police
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- 1:09
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- A 26-year-old man was shot and killed Sunday night near a park in Logan Square on the city's Northwest Side, according to Chicago police. Police say officers responding to the 2700 block of North Harding Avenue around 8 p.m. for a call of shots fired found the man unresponsive on the ground with a gunshot wound to the back.
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- Matt Suhey, former Bears fullback and Super Bowl champion, dies at 68
- Runtime
- 0:38
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
- Description
- Longtime Chicago Bears fullback Matt Suhey, a member of the team’s legendary 1985 Super Bowl championship team, has died, sources tell WGN-TV. He was 68.
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- Millions of travelers move through Chicago airports this Labor Day weekend
- Runtime
- 2:24
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
- Description
- Most travelers said things are running smoothly so far, but they advise giving yourself plenty of time to get to the airport. WGN's Angelica Sanchez has the latest details on Labor Day weekend travel at Chicago airports.
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- At least 5 dead, 5 others injured after Amazon cargo plane barreled off runway at Miami airport
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- 0:42
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
- Description
- An Amazon cargo plane barreled off a runway at Miami International Airport on Sunday, killing at least five people as it struck vehicles and burst into flames, authorities said.
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- South Sider rally at Gresham Community Center to donate blood in fight against sickle cell anemia
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- 3:05
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
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- A South Side community center transformed into a health clinic on Sunday, where loved ones and complete strangers showed up hoping to make life a little bit easier for a local woman battling sickle cell anemia.
WGN's Jewell Hillery has the story.
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- Chicago hosts 25th annual Bike the Drive event on DuSable Lake Shore Drive
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- 2:09
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
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- A portion of DuSable Lake Shore Drive was closed to car traffic for several hours Sunday morning for the 25th annual "Bike the Drive" event. WGN's Christine Flores has the full story.
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- Labor Day travel rush underway: What to expect at Chicago airports
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- 2:08
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
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- The busiest travel day of the holiday weekend is underway at O’Hare International Airport, with thousands of passengers making their way through the terminals. WGN's Angelica Sanchez has more on what to expect at the airports.
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- At least 5 dead after Amazon cargo plane barreled off runway at Miami airport
- Runtime
- 0:44
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
- Description
- An Amazon cargo plane barreled off a runway at Miami International Airport on Sunday, killing at least five people as it struck vehicles and burst into flames, authorities said.
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- Weekend Break: Neverland Tea at the Drury Lane Theatre in Oakbrook Terrace
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- 1:36
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
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- A little bit of brunch and pixie dust can sprinkle some magic into the weekend.
WGN's Shannon Halligan takes you to the Drury Lane Theatre in Oakbrook Terrace for a cup of "Neverland Tea" on this edition of Weekend Break.
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- 15-year-old boy shot multiple times in South Shore, according to Chicago police | Crime Watch
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- 0:20
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
- Description
- A 15-year-old boy was shot multiple times in the South Shore neighborhood Saturday night, according to Chicago police.
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- 25th annual 'Bike the Drive' event underway Sunday morning on DuSable Lake Shore Drive
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- 1:30
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
- Description
- A portion of DuSable Lake Shore Drive will be closed to car traffic for several hours Sunday morning for the 25th annual "Bike the Drive" event. Bike riders of all ages will enjoy a scenic 30-mile loop that includes rest stops, water and snacks. The event includes riders of all ages, and participants can bike all 30 miles of the route or just a portion of it.
READ MORE: https://wgntv.com/news/chicago-news/25th-annual-bike-the-drive-event-underway-sunday-morning-on-dusable-lake-shore-drive/
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- Englewood Village Market offers affordable produce and local goods
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- 2:06
- Date posted
- 9 days ago
- Description
- While summer may be winding down, fresh produce and good vibes are always in season at the Englewood Village Market. WGN's Angelica Sanchez has the full story.
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- Parents, students speak out after racist incident at suburban high school football game
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- 3:57
- Date posted
- 9 days ago
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- An investigation is underway after an incident of "racist harassment" at a suburban high school football game Friday night. WGN's Christine Flores has the latest details, including reaction from parents and students.
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- Officials probe incident of ‘racist harassment’ at suburban high school football game
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- 2:06
- Date posted
- 9 days ago
- Description
- An investigation is underway after an incident of “racist harassment” at a suburban high school football game Friday night.
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- AVP League Championships return to Chicago's Oak Street Beach
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- 2:03
- Date posted
- 9 days ago
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- After traveling across the country this summer, the AVP League Championships are back in the Windy City, taking over Oak Street Beach. WGN's Jewell Hillery has the full story.
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- Future White Sox owner reveals renderings for riverfront stadium at 'The Railyards'
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- 1:22
- Date posted
- 9 days ago
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- An option for a new Chicago White Sox stadium has been revealed amid the franchise's push for a new ballpark.
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- Coast Guard reminding Chicago to stay water safe during Labor Day weekend
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- 2:41
- Date posted
- 9 days ago
- Description
- The United States Coast Guard is reminding Chicagoans to stay water safe this holiday weekend.
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- Labor Day Weekend Weather | Hawaii & Hurricane Lowell | 'Dead' Deer | Moon Base - The Forecasters
- Runtime
- 24:23
- Date posted
- 10 days ago
- Description
- On Friday's episode:
- Labor Day means last call for Chicago-area beaches and outdoor pools
- Preparations are ongoing in Hawaii for a brush with Hurricane Lowell in the coming days
- First responders are using boats to rescue people from flooded homes in Ohio
- A sheriff's deputy gets quite a scare while checking on what he thought was roadkill
- A wedding continues -- despite the church being flooded!
- Surveillance video shows what happens when you mess with a rogue robot
- Investing in America: NASA's administrator talks about a planned base on the moon
- Two separate craft are on their way to study Mercury
- Meet the man who has a knack for finding what's been lost in the lake
- We reveal our 'We Bet on Weather' leaderboard
- The complete Chicagoland forecast
https://www.wgntv.com/TheForecasters
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- Murder trial of Lindsay Clancy ends with hung jury
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- 2:56
- Date posted
- 10 days ago
- Description
- The murder trial of Lindsay Clancy has ended with a hung jury. After seven days of deliberations, jurors were unable to reach a unanimous verdict on murder charges, and now there are questions about whether prosecutors will re-try the case.
WGN's Jenna Barnes has the latest developments.
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- Travelers to hit the skies and roads over Labor Day Weekend despite high fuel prices
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- 2:04
- Date posted
- 10 days ago
- Description
- More than 1.7 million travelers are expected to move through Chicago airports and many others are expected to hit the roads this Labor Day Weekend. It all comes amid rising fuel prices.
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- ‘They forgot him’: Suburban doggy day care owner charged after dog dies in van
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- 0:31
- Date posted
- 10 days ago
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- The owner of a suburban doggy day care has been charged after a black lab died in a van Wednesday during the heat.
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- CPS Board president candidate faces questions of her past, her plans - The Point
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- 11:40
- Date posted
- 10 days ago
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- Jessica Biggs, a Chicago Board of Education member, is running for Board President in the city's first ever election for that post. As the campaign heats up, Biggs is facing questions about her past.
She joins The Point to discuss her past and her plans for the board.
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'The Point' airs on WGN and streams on WGN+ each weeknight at 6:45 p.m. CT.
Airdate: September 4, 2026
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- Illinois rule denies non-U.S. citizens fishing licenses
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- 3:21
- Date posted
- 10 days ago
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- Anglers and the businesses that serve them are noticing a quiet change in state policy that determines who can cast a line in Illinois lakes and rivers.
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- Lita Simanis of Postpartum Depression Alliance of Illinois joins to discuss mothers & mental health
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- 5:33
- Date posted
- 10 days ago
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- The weeks-long trial of Lindsay Clancy....a Massachusetts mother charged with murder in the deaths of her three children, has brought new attention to a condition called postpartum psychosis. After a week of deliberations - the case ended in a mistrial, with the jury deadlocked which gives you a sense of the complexity behind these cases.
Lita Simanis with the "Postpartum Depression Alliance of Illinois" is joining us to continue the conversation around mothers and mental health.
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- Docs: Frankfort mom accused of killing 2-year-old son was 'very invested' with Lindsay Clancy case
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- 2:40
- Date posted
- 10 days ago
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- The Frankfort mother charged with first-degree murder of her 2-year-old son was "very invested" with the Lindsay Clancy case, according to court documents obtained Friday.
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- Coast Guard reminding Chicago to stay water safe during Labor Day weekend
- Runtime
- 1:51
- Date posted
- 10 days ago
- Description
- The United States Coast Guard is reminding Chicagoans to stay water safe this holiday weekend.
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- 9/4 MEDWATCH
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- 5:59
- Date posted
- 10 days ago
- Description
- 9/4 MEDWATCH
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- State defends medically assisted end-of-life law in court
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- 2:02
- Date posted
- 10 days ago
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- The state of Illinois is defending its medically assisted end-of-life law in federal court on Friday.
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- Weekender: From jazz festival to Rob Zombie, something for everyone this LDW
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- 2:26
- Date posted
- 10 days ago
- Description
- From a jazz festival in Millennium Park to Rob Zombie, there's something for everyone this Labor Day weekend.
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- Over 1.7M travelers expected through Chicago airports this Labor Day weekend
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- 1:23
- Date posted
- 10 days ago
- Description
- The Chicago Department of Aviation is estimating there will be more than 1,700,000 travelers going through airports this holiday weekend.
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- Josh Talks PCA, Bears Outlook with Adam Amin
- Runtime
- 8:46
- Date posted
- 11 days ago
- Description
- Adam Amin is about to be a very busy man. He'll be on the call for the Bears/Panthers game MLB Playoffs for FOX, in addition to being the TV voice of the Bulls. Josh caught up with Adam Thursday at Wrigley Field to talk about PCA's breakout season and what he saw from the Bears this preseason.
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- Ballet and Broadway dancers' wedding routine amasses millions of views
- Runtime
- 2:55
- Date posted
- 11 days ago
- Description
- A newlywed couple danced “like no one was watching” on their wedding day, only to find out that millions have seen their first dance.
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- Power outages continue in Gary amid hot temperatures
- Runtime
- 2:22
- Date posted
- 11 days ago
- Description
- A limited number of NIPSCO customers still do not have power stemming from the heavy storms on Aug. 11, but with the extreme heat this week, being without air conditioning is taking a toll, especially on vulnerable residents.
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- Chicago inventor launches new card game 'Rupture'
- Runtime
- 4:29
- Date posted
- 11 days ago
- Description
- The card and board game business is already a $20 billion industry, and the next popular pastime might come from Chicago.
