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Chicago offers families budget-friendly fun with five free activities perfect for teens. From exploring nature trails to engaging in public art tours, these options promise memorable experiences without breaking the bank.
Chicago crime rates have dropped, according to recent data. Block Club Chicago explores how the city tracks crime, revealing the methods behind the numbers and what residents should understand about this decline.
Chicago experienced its most violent nonholiday summer weekend this year, with 32 shot and 6 killed, highlighting ongoing challenges in curbing gun violence across the city, according to the Chicago Sun-Times.
Tennessee Titans safety Kevin Byard delivered a blunt message to the Chicago Bears: despite early-season efforts, “We haven’t accomplished anything yet.” His call for focus underscores the team’s work ahead.
Aaron Rodgers expressed a desire to move past his long-standing rivalry with the Chicago Bears, urging for “bygones be bygones.” The Packers QB seeks to shed the villain label in the storied NFC North matchup.
A teen has been charged with murder in connection to the fatal shooting of a woman in Chicago, according to the Chicago Police Department. The investigation is ongoing as authorities seek more details.
Illinois has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration over the deployment of National Guard troops to Chicago, challenging the legality and citing concerns about federal overreach and local authority.
Chicago Public Schools announced adjustments to bell times at several schools to better coordinate bus schedules, aiming to reduce delays and improve student transportation efficiency, Chalkbeat reports.
Sendhil Revuluri, former vice president of the Chicago school board, announced his candidacy for board president. Revuluri aims to prioritize equity and improving student outcomes in the upcoming election.
Former President Trump claims credit for a recent drop in Chicago crime rates. However, experts argue that broader local efforts and national trends played a more significant role, challenging his assertion.
Chicago’s newest bar breaks ground as the city’s first to showcase only women’s sports. Offering an inclusive space, it celebrates female athletes on big screens, drawing fans eager to support women’s athletics.
Chicago officials vow accountability as the city launches a record of alleged abuses during ICE’s Midway Blitz. The move aims to document incidents and protect immigrant rights amid increased enforcement.
A severe solar storm is heading toward Earth, potentially lighting up the skies over Chicago with rare northern lights this week, experts said. WTTW reports increased geomagnetic activity may offer a stunning natural display.
Chicago Public Schools is defending its Black Student Success Plan amid threats from the Trump administration to cut federal funding. CPS emphasizes the program’s role in closing achievement gaps and promoting equity.
In a hard-fought clash, the New York Giants fell 24-20 to the Chicago Bears after quarterback Jaxson Dart’s injury. The Giants’ offense unraveled, allowing the Bears to seize a pivotal late-game victory.
Former President Trump has requested the Supreme Court’s intervention to permit the deployment of the National Guard in Illinois. The move seeks to address ongoing security challenges amid escalating tensions, CBS News reports.
A CBS News study reveals rental e-scooters in Chicago are linked to an increase in certain crimes, highlighting concerns over safety and regulation in the city’s growing micro-mobility scene.
Former President Trump claims immigrants are driving violent crime in Illinois. However, ICE reports finding few undocumented immigrants linked to such offenses in the state, challenging his assertion.
A Chicago police officer was struck by a vehicle during a smash-and-grab burglary at a Northwest Side GameStop. Shots were fired as officers pursued suspects in a police chase, authorities confirmed.