WGN News
FEMA opens Gary assistance center for storm victims
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- FEMA opens Gary assistance center for storm victims
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- 2:08
- Date posted
- 14 days ago
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- FEMA is in Gary offering assistance to those impacted by last month’s severe storms.
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- Civil rights march and forum held Saturday
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- 1:02
- Date posted
- 14 days ago
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- Congressman Danny Davis was in attendance Saturday for the Civil Rights March and Forum.
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- City to open emergency assistance center for those impacted by Washington Park shooting
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- 2:04
- Date posted
- 14 days ago
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- The City of Chicago is opening an emergency assistance center on Tuesday to help those impacted by the deadly shooting in Washington Park over the weekend.
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- Emergency crews battle house fire in suburban Harvey
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- 0:23
- Date posted
- 14 days ago
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- Emergency crews were called to the scene of a fire that broke out at a home in south suburban Harvey on Tuesday morning.
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- Dave Eanet joins Kaitlin to Preview Northwestern's Season
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- 8:26
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- The voice of the Wildcats, Dave Eanet joined Kaitlin to discuss the Cats upcoming season. They talked about the new Ryan Field, the additions of Chip Kelly and Aidan Chiles, and David Braun's growth as he enters his fourth season as Northwestern's Head Coach
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- Greg Bovino was under investigation when he retired
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- 0:59
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- Recently released federal records show Homeland Security officials had launched an internal investigation into controversial Border Patrol commander Greg Bovino shortly before he announced his retirement in March.
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- Questions, concerns regarding data centers addressed at public forum in Elgin
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- 2:08
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- Data centers are a contentious issue across Chicagoland and around the country. A special forum in the northwest suburbs Monday night focused on educating the public about the facilities and answering some of the questions surrounding them. WGN's Emmy Victor has the latest.
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- Illinois woman missing after deadly South Asia floods leave hundreds dead
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- 2:04
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- An Illinois woman is among those missing after deadly flooding swept through parts of South Asia last week, leaving hundreds dead and thousands still unaccounted for. WGN's Bryant McCray has the latest details.
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- Grand Canyon Flood | Gulf & Pacific Storms | New Zealand Fireball | NASA Telescope - The Forecasters
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- 24:23
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- On Monday's episode:
- Disaster hits one of America's most iconic natural landmarks
- A tropical storm forms in the Gulf
- Downgraded Tropical Storm Dolly could regain strength-
- A tropical storm could be the first to make landfall in Southern California since 1939
- Strong winds topple dozens of train cars in Utah
- Images show terrain before and after Nepal's devastating glacial slide
- A Chicagoland woman is among those missing in Nepal
- NASA sends a new telescope on a journey one million miles from Earth
- A green fireball lights up the night sky over New Zealand
- Our latest 'We Bet on Weather' forecast challenge
- Wildlife keeps getting stuck in netting; how to help
- Viewer photos
- The Chicagoland forecast
http://www.wgntv.com/TheForecasters
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Airdate: August 31, 2026 | Episo...
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- Mayor's race: Johnson leads rivals in municipal workers poll - The Point
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- 11:51
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- New polling of municipal workers finds Mayor Brandon Johnson leading his potential 2027 rivals despite having high unfavorable ratings among the same voters.
Mark Batnick from M3 Strategies, which conducted the poll, joins The Point to explain the results.
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'The Point' airs on WGN and streams on WGN+ each weeknight at 6:45 p.m. CT.
Airdate: August 31, 2026
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- Lawmakers skip planned forum on West Suburban and Weiss Memorial closures
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- 2:08
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- Concerns remain about health and emergency care after the closure of two local hospitals. Those concerns worsened after two lawmakers canceled a town hall meeting set for Monday night at the last minute. WGN's Emmy Victor reports.
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- Former Loretto Hospital CFO Anosh Ahmed appears in court on fraud charges | Crime Watch Chicago
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- 2:22
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- Anosh Ahmed, the former chief financial officer of Loretto Hospital, faces fraud charges, kickback allegations and money laundering accusations. WGN's Jeremy Ross has the latest details revealed in court.
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- Chicago nonprofit raising money for teens' D.C. trip after last-minute bus cancellation
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- 3:09
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- A Chicago nonprofit is raising money to send five teens to Washington, D.C., after their planned trip was canceled just hours before they were set to leave. WGN's Patrick Elwood has the full story.
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- Tom Gimbel talks dealing with a bad manager in the workplace
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- 3:56
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- We've all watched movies about horrible bosses. But sometimes, art does imitate life. Tom Gimbel, chairman of the American Staffing Association, joined WGN's Evening News at 5 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 31, to offer advice and more.
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- 'We are still hopeful': Suburban woman missing after deadly South Asia floods
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- 2:28
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- An Illinois woman is among those missing after deadly flooding swept through parts of South Asia last week, leaving hundreds dead and thousands still unaccounted for. WGN's Bryant McCray has the full story.
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- 'It's been hard': Northwest Indiana recovery continues nearly 3 weeks after storms
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- 3:08
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- Nearly three weeks after powerful storms tore through Northwest Indiana, the cleanup is far from over. WGN's Jenna Barnes was live in Munster, Indiana, with the latest details.
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- The impact of diet on fertility — and more health headlines | Medical Watch
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- 1:59
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- For Monday, Aug. 31, WGN’s Dina Bair has the latest on new medical information.
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- Suburban youth coach arrested for alleged sexual abuse of minor | Crime Watch Chicago
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- 0:31
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- A suburban youth coach wanted for the alleged criminal sexual abuse of a minor is now in custody, police in Vernon Hills said Monday.
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- Former Loretto Hospital CFO accused of scamming millions back in court Monday | Crime Watch Chicago
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- 1:50
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- A man accused of scamming hundreds of millions of dollars is back in court Monday.
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- No arrests made yet, police say, in connection with Saturday night's mass shooting in Washington Par
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- 2:38
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- Authorities say no arrests have been made as of late Monday morning after at least 15 people were shot, including one man who later died, while Chicago police were trying to break up a large gathering late Saturday night in Washington Park on the city's South Side. Police initially said 10 people were shot, including the one who died, but have since located five more shooting victims. The Cook County Medical Examiner's Office has identified the man killed as 35-year-old Rontonio Guterz.
READ MORE: https://wgntv.com/news/chicagocrime/10-people-shot-1-dead-during-large-gathering-late-saturday-night-in-washington-park-according-to-chicago-police/
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- Armed security guard shot killed by police after allegedly getting into confrontation with officers
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- 0:59
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- An armed security guard who police say was acting erratically before getting into a confrontation with law enforcement personnel was shot and killed by police Friday night near a transit station in Gary, Indiana, according to authorities.
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- 1 teenager killed, 3 others wounded in shooting late Saturday night in southwest suburban Crest Hill
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- 0:30
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- One teenager was killed and three others were wounded in a shooting late Saturday night in southwest suburban Crest Hill, according to police. Police say officers were called to the 1900 block of Willow Court around 11 p.m. for a report of shots fired. Responding officers found that four teenagers had been shot, including an 18-year-old boy from Woodridge who was pronounced dead at the scene.
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- At least 15 shot, 1 killed, during large gathering late Saturday night in Washington Park
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- 1:49
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- At least 15 people were shot, including one man who later died, while Chicago police were trying to break up a large gathering late Saturday night in Washington Park on the city's South Side. Police initially said 10 people were shot, including the one who died, but have since located five more shooting victims. Meanwhile, the Cook County Medical Examiner's Office has identified the man killed as 35-year-old Rontonio Guterz.
READ MORE: https://wgntv.com/news/chicagocrime/10-people-shot-1-dead-during-large-gathering-late-saturday-night-in-washington-park-according-to-chicago-police/
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- 35-year-old killed in large gathering at Washington Park identified | Crime Watch Chicago
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- 3:32
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
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- Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson called the shooting “a senseless act of violence,” adding that he is committed to removing illegal guns from the streets. Johnson acknowledged, however, that more work remains.
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- NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope launches, sets out to map the cosmos and find dark secrets
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- 1:02
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
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- NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope launched atop a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket Sunday morning, kicking off a three-month voyage.
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- Dr. Dennis Deer Community Justice Center offers path beyond incarceration | Good News Chicago
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- 2:28
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
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- Open just over a year ago, the Lawndale Christian Legal Center’s new community hub is already proving the power of a fresh start—offering young men the support they need to rebuild their lives. WGN's Jewell Hillery reports.
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- Notable cuts as Bears announce 2026-27 roster
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- 0:53
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
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- The Bears will keep three quarterbacks and three running backs, but they did cut some notable players to meet the 53-man roster deadline.
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- Reinstated Father Pfleger returns to Sunday Mass at St. Sabina
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- 2:23
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
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- In the four walls of St. Sabina Church on Sunday, a shepherd's welcome rang out as Rev. Father Michael Pfleger returned to the place he calls home after seven weeks away. WGN's Bryant McCray reports.
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- Family of victim speaks out following mass shooting in Chicago's Washington Park
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- 3:49
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
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- WGN-TV on Sunday spoke to a mother who attended the gathering with her daughter and her daughter’s boyfriend. Shontiva Martin said her daughter had to have emergency surgery on her hand, while her daughter’s boyfriend did not survive his injuries. WGN's Angelica Sanchez reports.
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- 1 killed, 2 wounded in shooting late Saturday night in Bronzeville, according to Chicago police
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- 0:25
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
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- One man was killed and two other people were wounded in a shooting late Saturday night in Bronzeville on the city's South Side, according to Chicago police. Police say the three victims were standing outside during a gathering in the 0-100 block of East 37th Street around 11:30 p.m. when someone from the crowd took out a gun and started firing shots toward the group.
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- FEMA opens intake centers in NW Indiana for residents in need of assistance after strong storms
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- 3:20
- Date posted
- 17 days ago
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- FEMA is on the ground in Northwest Indiana helping uninsured or underinsured storm victims.
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- Pet owners take over Montrose Harbor for PAWS Chicago 5k Walk/Run for Their Lives
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- 2:09
- Date posted
- 17 days ago
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- Animal lovers and their dogs took over Montrose Harbor Saturday morning for the PAWS Chicago 5K Walk/Run for Their Lives.
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- Weekend Break: Shannon Halligan checks out the Abbey Resort Lake Geneva
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- 1:43
- Date posted
- 17 days ago
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- The Abbey Resort is a full-service resort on the shores of Lake Geneva, and only an hour and a half from Chicago. WGN Reporter Shannon Halligan has the inside scoop of all the Abbey has to offer.
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- FEMA centers open in Northwest Indiana
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- 2:47
- Date posted
- 17 days ago
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- FEMA is on the ground in Northwest Indiana intake centers helping uninsured or underinsured storm victims.
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- PAWS Chicago 5K Walk/Run kicks off at Montrose Harbor
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- 4:10
- Date posted
- 17 days ago
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- PAWS Chicago is getting ready for its 26th annual 5K Run and Walk.
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- Chicago police search for suspect in West Side shooting | Crime Watch Chicago
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- 0:31
- Date posted
- 17 days ago
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- Chicago police are searching for a suspect in a shooting on the city's West Side.
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- Latest generation space telescope scheduled to blast off early Sunday morning
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- 4:02
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
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- A mission nearly 20 years in the making is ready for launch!
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- Granderson Celebrating Two Important Anniversaries
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- 2:12
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
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- UIC Grad and 16 Year Major Leaguer Curtis Granderson is celebrating two important milestones revolving around his work in the community. It's the 20th Anniversary of his Foundation and the 10th Anniversary of his Baseball and Education Academy. Kaitlin Sharkey caught up with Curtis to talk about both Anniversaries and the exciting seasons of the Cubs and White Sox
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- Obama Presidential Center hosts forum on learning democracy through laughter
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- 2:35
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
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- Comedy took center stage at the Obama Presidential Center on Friday night.
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- Glacial Melt: Nepal Flood & Bodies Revealed | Denver Water Ban | Lawn-Mowing Goats - The Forecasters
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- 24:23
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
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- On the Friday edition:
- Climate specialist and WFLA Chief Meteorologist Jeff Berardelli joins to discuss the glacial melt and sheering that appears to have led to the tragedy in Nepal
- Melting glaciers in the Swiss Alps have uncovered the remains of people who disappeared decades ago
- Remembering Plainfield: It was on this date in 1990 when an F-5 tornado devastated the Illinois community
- In a little more than a month, water use in Denver will become more restricted
- We reveal the leaderboard in this week's We Bet on Weather forecast challenge
- Viewer Photos
- The Chicagoland weekend forecast
https://www.wgntv.com/TheForecasters
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'The Forecasters' streams live weeknights at 7 p.m. CT on WGN+.
Airdate: August 28, 2026 | Episode 251
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- Pope Leo gifted White Sox pope hat in Rome
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- 3:21
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
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- Since becoming pontiff, many have brought Pope Leo tons of White Sox-themed gifts. But now, he's the proud owner of a rare piece of merchandise inspired by himself. WGN's Patrick Elwood reports.
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- Privacy concerns mount amid police misconduct probes regarding use of Flock technology
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- 3:09
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
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- Investigations are underway in at least two Chicagoland police departments regarding officers accused of abusing Flock automated license plate reader technology.
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- Police seek to identify man wanted in connection with sexual abuse of child on West Side
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- 2:01
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
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- Police are asking for help from the public in the search for a man who officers say sexually abused a 10-year-old girl on the city’s West Side earlier this month. WGN's Christine Flores reports.
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- Kiss caught on camera causes uproar in suburban races | WGN Investigates
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- 0:51
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
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- Video of a suburban mayor's brief kiss of a township clerk is leading to accusations of dirty politics.
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- Former Loretto Hospital CFO pleads not guilty in Chicago court | Crime Watch Chicago
- Runtime
- 2:15
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
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- Former Loretto Hospital CFO Ahnosh Ahmed, accused of scamming hundreds of millions of dollars from the federal government, appeared in court Friday and pleaded not guilty as he listened to a list of serious charges read against him.
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- AR-15 rifle stolen from Kane County deputy’s squad car in Aurora
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- 0:19
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
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- Authorities in Kane County say an investigation is underway after a deputy’s rifle was stolen from their squad car earlier this week.
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- Warrant issued for suburban youth coach wanted for suspected minor sex abuse | Crime Watch Chicago
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- 0:36
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
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- Authorities are looking for a suburban youth coach wanted for criminal sexual abuse of a minor and suspect he’s acted inappropriately toward other underage athletes.
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- Nonprofits vs. Corporate America: Which is better for job seekers
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- 3:46
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
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- Tom Gimbel of the American Staffing Association joins WGN News at 5 to discuss what factors may motivate job seekers to choose to between working for nonprofits or corporate America.
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- New grant program aims to expand fresh food access in Chicago
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- 1:39
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
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- Mayor Brandon Johnson has announced a new funding program aimed at helping food entrepreneurs in Chicago.
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- 'Traumatized all over again': South Chicago funeral home families ask feds to step up
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- 2:12
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
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- Families are asking federal investigators to step in after over 50 bodies were found at South Chicago Chapel funeral home.
