WGN News
Six Flags Great America teases a BIG new addition for 2027
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- Six Flags Great America teases a BIG new addition for 2027
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- 3 days ago
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- Marcus Leshock talks about his visits to the opening weekend of Six Flags Great America in Gurnee, Illinois, including the new teasers in the park about the new for 2027 addition. Also, enjoy a ride on their roller coaster Goliath he recorded over the weekend!
Watch the streaming talk show "What A Day!" weekdays at 3pm on WGN+ and streaming on WGNTV.com!
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- Who Killed Jennifer | WGN Films
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- 3 days ago
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- In August of 1993, a female student at Illinois State University was found dead in her apartment in Normal, Illinois.
Jennifer Lockmiller, 22, was strangled with the cord of an alarm clock and stabbed in the chest with scissors. One of her friends found her partially clothed body on the bedroom floor.
What happened next can only be described as a miscarriage of justice. And to this day, the case remains unsolved.
For more check out WGNtv.com/WKJ
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- 'Dekonstructing the Kardashians: A New Media Manifesto'
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- 3 days ago
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- New book shares a cultural analysis of the meteoric rise of the Kardashians and what their fame can teach us about the way media functions today. MJ Corey is creator of the viral social media account, Kardashian Kolloquium, which analyzes the Kardashian-Jenner family's impact on celebrity, culture, and capitalism.
mjcorey.com
Instagram: @kardashian_kolloquium
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- Robin cooks retro recipe for Jello Deviled Eggs
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- 3 days ago
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- WGN Morning News' Robin Baumgarten is back in the kitchen! She's up to her old tricks with some retro recipes. Today, she's cooking up Jello Deviled Eggs.
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- Laugh Your Face Off! and a new puppy: Here's what we did this weekend
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- 3 days ago
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- Here's what the WGN Morning News team did this weekend.
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- Discussing the consequences of drug reclassifications
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- 3 days ago
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- The Trump administration has reclassified medical marijuana which will allow for more studies. And the FDA plans to fast track studies on three psychedelics. Rachel Hoopsick, a professor of health and kinesiology at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and an expert on substance use and mental health talks about the potential consequences of these changes. You can read more here: https://news.illinois.edu/who-benefits-from-loosening-restrictions-on-psychedelics-marijuana/?utm_source=newsbureau&utm_medium=email
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- Man charged in shooting that killed Chicago officer, critically injured another at Swedish Hospital:
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- 3 days ago
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- Charges have been announced Monday against the man accused of shooting two Chicago police officers, killing one and critically injuring the other.
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- Crossing Guard Goes Viral!
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- 3 days ago
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- 82 year old Paulette Dorflaufer has worked as a crossing guard in New Jersey for 25 years.. and has recently gone viral for serving fierce fashionista vibes in glamorous fur coats. Despite the profound hardships she endured early in life, Paulette has dedicated herself to sharing her story and spreading kindness. She has spoken to students and community groups about her experiences during the Holocaust, helping to educate younger generations about history, resilience, and hope.
Instagram: @paulettememadorf
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- Charges pending against suspect in Chicago officer's killing
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- 3 days ago
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- Charges are pending against a man accused of shooting two Chicago police officers, killing one and critically injuring the other.
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- Crash resulting in overturned dump truck shuts down outbound Eisenhower Expressway in west suburbs:
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- 3 days ago
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- A crash that resulted in an overturned dump truck has shut down the outbound Eisenhower Expressway near Wolf Road in west suburban Hillside on Monday morning, according to Illinois State Police.
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- 6@6: Food to help you sleep
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- 3 days ago
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- The WGN Morning News team also chats about bird watching, tofu and The Devil Wears Prada 2.
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- Major accident early Monday morning shuts down part of West Irving Park road on city’s North Side
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- 3 days ago
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- A major accident in Irving Park on the city’s North Side early Monday morning has closed West Irving Park Road between North Kimball Avenue and North Spaulding Avenue as the morning commute got underway. The Chicago Transit Authority is temporarily re-routing No. 80 Irving Park buses in both directions due to the road closure.
READ MORE: https://wgntv.com/news/chicago-news/major-accident-early-monday-morning-shuts-down-part-of-west-irving-park-road-on-citys-north-side/
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- Latest details in the investigation into Chicago police officer John Bartholomew's shooting death
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- 4 days ago
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- Authorities have released the identity of the Chicago police officer shot and killed in the line of duty at a North Side hospital Saturday.
WGN's Andrea Medina reports on the story.
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- Breakdown: Suspected Chicago Cop Killer's Criminal Past
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- 4 days ago
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- In a WGN Exclusive, WGN Investigates sat down to talk to Jackie Bange about the extensive criminal history of the suspect currently in custody in connection with the shooting death of Chicago police officer John Bartholomew.
More info: https://wgntv.com/news/wgn-investigates/wgn-exclusive-cop-killer-suspects-previous-victim-im-so-mad/
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- Hundreds gather for Chicago Federation of Labor's May Day 5K
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- 4 days ago
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- A foggy Lake Michigan lakefront became the backdrop for a crisp Sunday morning run this weekend.
WGN's Angelica Sanchez takes you to the Chicago Federation of Labor May Day 5K Run and Walk, and details the history behind the event.
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- Deeply Rooted Dance Theater set to celebrate 30 years in Chicago
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- 4 days ago
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- Dancing since she was a little girl, Deeply Rooted Dance Theater's Alyssa McCallum describes dance as "more than just an art form." Each movement shapes a powerful story for McCallum to tell one step at a time.
WGN's Jewell Hillery brings you a story on an artistic force from the South Side that's set to celebrate 30 years in the city.
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- Suspect apprehended in shooting death of Chicago police officer at hospital, officer ID'd
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- 4 days ago
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- Authorities have released the identity of the Chicago police officer shot and killed in the line of duty at a North Side hospital Saturday.
WGN's Andrea Medina reports on the story.
More details: https://wgntv.com/news/chicagocrime/2-officers-shot-at-north-side-hospital-police-sources-say/
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- Unsolved Chicago murders: Cold cases, new theories, calls for justice
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- 4 days ago
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- This WGN News compilation highlights long-standing investigations and unanswered questions.
00:00 20 years later, missing Bradley sisters case still unsolved
2:57 South Side family demands justice for son as murder case remains unsolved
5:40 Activists suspect 51 unsolved murders are work of serial killer; Chicago police say cases not linked
7:45 The Unsolved Murder of Ald Ben Lewis
12:53 17 years later, Lane Bryant murders still remain unsolved
13:38 40 Years Later: The Tylenol Murders remain unsolved
20:14 'Code of Silence' on the streets leaves police without witnesses, and cases unsolved
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- Weekend Break: City Cruises features an array of dining options out on the water
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- 4 days ago
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- Boating season officially kicks off in Chicago later this week. So it's about to be all hands on deck for City Cruises at Navy Pier, as general manager Grace Fuller says this is the time of year when things really start to heat up. Shannon Halligan checks out City Cruises for Sunday's edition of Weekend Break on the WGN Weekend Morning News.
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- Weekend Break: With another Chicago summer just around the corner, it's anchors away for City Cruise
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- 4 days ago
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- Boating season officially kicks off in Chicago later this week. So it's about to be all hands on deck for City Cruises at Navy Pier, as general manager Grace Fuller says this is the time of year when things really start to heat up. Shannon Halligan checks out City Cruises for Sunday's edition of Weekend Break on the WGN Weekend Morning News.
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- Jewell's Jems: Beans in a smoothie? You bet. They're a big protein plus, says holistic health expert
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- 4 days ago
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- Most people think of fruits, vegetables and protein powders when making a healthy smoothie. But have you ever considered adding beans to the mix? Holistic health expert Audree Lee joins Jewell Hillery for Jewell's Jems on Sunday's WGN Weekend Morning News to talk about the benefits of adding beans to a smoothie.
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- Sunday Brunch: Shokran Authentic Moroccan Cuisine in Old Irving Park celebrating 18 years and still
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- 4 days ago
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- Khalid Kamal, the owner of Shokran Authentic Moroccan Cuisine in Old Irving Park, joins Jewell Hillery to make Moroccan chicken on this week's edition of Sunday Brunch on the WGN Weekend Morning News. Celebrating 18 years in business, Shokran is the oldest Moroccan restaurant in Chicago and is still going strong! The restaurant is located at 4027 West Irving Park Road. Visit shokranchicago.com for menu, hours and more information.
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- Cook County residents will have 5-day period to pay traffic tickets without added collection fees du
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- 4 days ago
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- Starting Monday, Cook County residents will have a five-day period to pay traffic tickets without added collection fees. Cook County Circuit Court Clerk Mariyana Spyropoulos has announced the return of Amnesty Week, which runs from Monday, April 27, through Friday, May 1, during which county residents can pay eligible moving traffic violations without the added collection fee. Parking tickets and red-light violations are not included, however.
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- Millions of snow geese, second chances & more good news stories across Illinois | Good News Chicago
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- 4 days ago
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- A WGN News “Good News Chicago” compilation filled with heartwarming stories and community pride.
00:00 Millions of snow geese flock to Havana, Illinois for rest stop
4:00 Woman helps provide suburban community with service and care
7:25 Divine intervention? Pope Leo Bears jersey launched for playoff game
7:50 City girl's rural sanctuary: Indiana farm a haven for abused, neglected animals
12:22 Suburban dealership gifts deserving mom a car for the holidays
13:20 New Song Inspired by Coach Johnson's "Good, Better, Best" Chant
18:55 Olympic champion Abbey Murphy returns to alma mater in Evergreen Park
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- 46-year-old man shot near elementary school in Edgewater late Saturday night, Chicago police say
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- 4 days ago
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- A 46-year-old man was listed in good condition after being shot near an elementary school late Saturday night on the city's North Side, according to Chicago police.
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- Suspect in custody after CPD officer killed, another critically injured in shooting at North Side ho
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- 4 days ago
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- A Chicago police officer was killed and another is in critical condition after a shooting at a North Side hospital Saturday. According to police, two officers were involved in a shooting that occurred at Endeavor Health Swedish Hospital, located in the 5100 block of North California Avenue, in Lincoln Square. Officials from Endeavor Health said the alleged gunman was a patient who was in the custody of law enforcement and was brought in for treatment at around 9 a.m.
READ MORE: https://wgntv.com/news/chicagocrime/2-officers-shot-at-north-side-hospital-police-sources-say/
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- Shooting at North Side hospital leaves one police officer dead, another injured
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- 5 days ago
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- A Chicago police officer was killed and another is in critical condition after a shooting at a North Side hospital on Saturday.
WGN's Emmy Victor has the latest details.
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- Perspectives Math and Science Academy hosts unique job fair for community
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- 5 days ago
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- Inside of Perspectives Math and Science Academy in Bronzeville, a different kind of job fair was held. The school, in collaboration with University of Chicago and Operation Basketball, held the community event featuring job opportunities, resume workshops, mock interviews and financial literacy.
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- Weekend Break - Work of hundreds of artists on display at One of a Kind show
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- 5 days ago
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- An event at the The MART downtown is bringing together a curated community of hundreds of artists and makers this weekend.
The One of a Kind spring show is one of Chicago’s premier handmade markets.
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- Mayor Johnson supports youth-led initiative to combat violence
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- 5 days ago
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- It's a signature that could lead the way for young people to make a big difference in reducing violent crime among their peers.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson signed an executive order that will help violence prevention organizations beginning this summer.
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- 1 officer dead, another critically injured in shooting at North Side hospital; suspect in custody
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- 5 days ago
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- A Chicago police officer was killed and another is in critical condition after a shooting at a North Side hospital on Saturday.
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- Special Report: President Trump, first lady evacuated from White House Correspondents Dinner
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- 5 days ago
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- Special Report: President Trump and the first lady were evacuated from the White House Correspondents Dinner.
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- CPD provide update after police officer killed, another injured in shooting at North Side hospital
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- 5 days ago
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- Chicago police provide an update after one police officer was killed and another was critically injured in a shooting at a North Side hospital.
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- CTA safety debate: Crime, criticism, new security measures
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- 5 days ago
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- A WGN News compilation examining crime trends, safety failures, and calls for action across Chicago transit.
00:00 After uptick in crime, CTA and CPD to roll out policing plan
1:48 CTA bus drivers rally for more security in wake of assaults on drivers
4:00 Lightfoot, city leaders to address CTA safety concerns after recent shootings
7:26 NTSB: Preliminary investigation reveals design flaw likely to blame for CTA Yellow Line crash
10:38 CTA workers’ union raises safety concerns after recent incidents
13:00 CTA to increase police presence on buses, trains
15:54 'Blatant failures': Federal Transit Administration rejects CTA's revised safety plan
18:42 CTA crimes dipped slightly last month, despite extra patrols
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- WGN People to People - Drea Slaughter, Sankofa Wellness Village Center
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- 5 days ago
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- April 25, 2026 - Drea Slaughter, Executive Director of the Garfield Park Right to Wellness Collective shares details of the Sankofa Wellness Village Center (4305 W. Madison St.). The new facility in the city's West Garfield Park neighborhood will provide medical, wellness, recreational resources and more. sankofawellnessvillage.org.
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- Suspect in custody after 2 officers shot at North Side hospital, police sources say
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- 5 days ago
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- A suspect is in custody on Saturday after two officers were shot at a hospital on the city's North Side, police sources confirm.
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- WGN People to People - Lynn Colbert - Jones, Intl. Jazz Day
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- 5 days ago
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- April 25, 2026 - Lynn Colbert - Jones, CEO of CENIC Global shares details of her "Just for a Thrill" event, celebrating International Jazz Day with music, art, and more. It's happening April 28th at Epiphany Center for the Arts 201 S. Ashland Ave., Chicago, IL.
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- WGN People to People - The Doctors are in!
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- 5 days ago
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- April 25, 2026 - This week Dr. Jeffrey Sterling and Dr. Ngozi Ezike weigh on the week's health headlines, including RFK Jr.'s stance on the disparities in maternal healthcare, the role of AI in medicine, the importance of STI testing and substance abuse.
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- Deeply Rooted Dance Theater to celebrate 30th anniversary with special performance
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- 5 days ago
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- Deeply Rooted Dance Theater is celebrating 30 years with a special anniversary performance.
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- Weekend Break: One of a Kind show - WGN Weekend Morning News at 9
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- 5 days ago
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- An event at the The MART downtown is bringing together a curated community of hundreds of artists and makers this weekend.
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- Weekend Break: One of a Kind show - WGN Weekend Morning News at 8
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- 5 days ago
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- An event at the THE MART downtown is bringing together a curated community of hundreds of artists and makers this weekend.
The One of a Kind spring show is one of Chicago's premier handmade markets.
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- Weekend Break: One of a Kind show - WGN Weekend Morning News at 7
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- 5 days ago
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- An event at the THE MART downtown is bringing together a curated community of hundreds of artists and makers this weekend.
The One of a Kind spring show is one of Chicago's premier handmade markets.
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- PAWS Chicago Pet of the Week: Latte
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- 5 days ago
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- Saturday’s PAWS Pet of the Week is Tag, an 8-year-old female pup looking for a relaxed home.
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- Chicago Fire Foundation and Meridian Illinois join forces for youth soccer
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- 5 days ago
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- The Chicago Fire Foundation and Meridian Illinois are once again teaming up with Chicago youth.
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- Plant Daddy: Plants in frost, pots vs. the ground & more
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- 5 days ago
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- WGN’s “Plant Daddy” Tim Joyce is back to share some weekend gardening tips, including what plants can handle the frost, choosing to plant in a pot versus the ground and more.
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- 3 in custody after chase, shooting involving CPD officers on Southwest Side
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- 5 days ago
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- An investigation by Chicago's Office of Police Accountability is underway on Saturday morning following an overnight shooting involving CPD officers on the city's Southwest Side.
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- Overnight stabbing in Grant Park in Buckingham Fountain leaves 23-year-old man injured
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- 6 days ago
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- Chicago police launched an investigation on Friday into an overnight stabbing in the Loop near Buckingham Fountain. WGN's Andrea Medina has the full story.
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- College of Lake County staff member faces multiple charges for child sex abuse and grooming
- Date posted
- 6 days ago
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- Wauconda police arrested a College of Lake County staff member Thursday on multiple counts related to child sex abuse. WGN's Emmy Victor has the full story.
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- Buffalo Grove High School security guard injured in crash near school grounds dies
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- 6 days ago
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- A Buffalo Grove High School staffer critically injured in a crash near school grounds on Tuesday afternoon has died, Village personnel said Friday.
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- Scooter rider fatally hit by Jeep on Chicago’s South Side
- Date posted
- 6 days ago
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- Chicago police are investigating after a scooter rider was fatally struck by a vehicle on the city’s South Side Friday afternoon.
