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- every day
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- Episodes
- 4244
- Years Active
- 2025
Chicago Gun Violence: A Summer Surge
Chicago reels from a weekend surge in gun violence as shootings erupt across the city, from DuSable Lake Shore Drive to Humboldt Park. Residents demand action as police investigate multiple incidents…
00:01:23 |
Sun 24 Aug 2025
Chicago Shooting: Man Shot After Car Accident
Chicago Community Shaken: A 22-year-old man critically wounded in a brazen daylight shooting after a car crash in Humboldt Park. A gunman ambushed the victim at the accident scene, firing multiple sh…
00:01:03 |
Sun 24 Aug 2025
Bulls: Stuck in Neutral? No Superstar Plan
Bulls' Superstar Search Stalled: Is Patience a Mistake? The front office is banking on internal development and future financial flexibility, but with training camp nearing and no blockbuster moves, …
00:02:04 |
Sun 24 Aug 2025
Chicago Police Warn of Impersonation Burglaries
Chicago residents beware! A surge of burglaries targeting older adults is sweeping the South and Southwest sides. Thieves are posing as water department employees and construction workers to infiltra…
00:02:01 |
Sun 24 Aug 2025
Blackhawks Lock Up Nazar: A Smart Move?
Blackhawks bet big on Frank Nazar, inking the young forward to a 7-year, $6.59 million deal! Is this a smart move, or a risky gamble? Find out how this contract reflects Chicago's youth movement, com…
00:01:28 |
Sun 24 Aug 2025
Aurora's New Mayor: First 100 Days
Aurora's new mayor, John Laesch, just passed his first 100 days in office after unseating a 25-year incumbent. Facing financial struggles, Laesch canceled major projects and increased taxes, sparking…
00:01:49 |
Sun 24 Aug 2025
Forever Chemicals in Illinois Water
Is your tap water toxic? Illinois residents are reeling from forever chemical contamination in drinking water, with notices sent to nearly 50 communities. Discover the health risks, the slow response…
00:02:07 |
Sun 24 Aug 2025
Humboldt Park Shooting: Man Shot After Crash
Chaos in Chicago: A 22-year-old crash victim was shot multiple times in the chest by a drive-by gunman in Humboldt Park. Police are investigating the brutal attack, as the shooter remains at large.
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00:01:24 |
Sun 24 Aug 2025
Resident's Generosity: Scholarships for Student Employees
Local resident Bill Hurley is changing lives at Smith Crossing! Inspired by hardworking student employees, Hurley created scholarships at Moraine Valley Community College, easing the financial burden…
00:01:44 |
Sun 24 Aug 2025
Izzy Martinez: Revolutionizing Freestyle Wrestling
From the wrestling mat to a pro league startup! Discover how legendary coach Izzy Martinez is revolutionizing freestyle wrestling with Real American Freestyle Wrestling, a league offering elite athle…
00:02:39 |
Sun 24 Aug 2025
Union Dominates Fire, Claims Top Spot
Philadelphia Union crushes Chicago Fire 4-0, seizing the top spot in the Eastern Conference! Wagner, Iloski, and Baribo lead a relentless attack, while keeper Andrew Rick secures a clean sheet. Chica…
00:01:26 |
Sun 24 Aug 2025
Cubs Crush Angels: Tucker, McGuire Lead the Way
Cubs crush Angels 12-1 in offensive explosion! Kyle Tucker breaks homer drought with two home runs and five RBIs, while Reese McGuire slams his first career grand slam, also with five RBIs. Rookie Ca…
00:01:37 |
Sun 24 Aug 2025
Pregnant Woman Stabbed: Police Search for Suspect in Montgomery
Pregnant woman stabbed in violent Chicago suburb attack! Police hunt for Ricardo Perez-Fuentes, a Hispanic male, 5'4-5'6, 190 lbs, with dark hair, last seen in dark clothing. He's considered armed an…
00:01:44 |
Sun 24 Aug 2025
Jelani Day: Four Years Later, A Mother's Fight
Four years after Jelani Day's disappearance, his mother continues her relentless fight for justice, hosting the Jelani Day Foundation's All-White Gala to honor his memory and spotlight overlooked mis…
00:01:46 |
Sun 24 Aug 2025
Des Plaines Theatre: A Century of Entertainment
Celebrate 100 years of entertainment at the Des Plaines Theatre! This suburban landmark is throwing a week-long party with special events, concerts, and film screenings to mark its centennial. Discov…
00:01:34 |
Sun 24 Aug 2025
ICE Recruitment: Responding to the Immigration Crackdown
ICE is on a hiring spree! Find out why the agency is urgently recruiting new agents and officers nationwide amidst rising concerns over stricter immigration enforcement. Will this crackdown secure th…
00:01:34 |
Sun 24 Aug 2025
Lake Search Underway After Distress Call
A frantic search is underway at a local lake after reports of a struggling swimmer, but is anyone actually missing? Dive teams and rescue crews have been scouring the water, spurred by witness accoun…
00:01:14 |
Sun 24 Aug 2025
White Sox Rising Stars: Montgomery and Robert Jr. Shine
White Sox rookie Colson Montgomery blasts a grand slam, fueling a 7-3 victory over the Twins and signaling a major breakout. Alongside Luis Robert Jr.'s powerful resurgence, hitting his 14th homer of…
00:01:54 |
Sun 24 Aug 2025
Streeterville Stabbing: Man Recovering, Police Investigate
Streeterville Stabbing: A 43-year-old man is recovering after a stabbing in broad daylight in Chicago's Streeterville neighborhood. The victim was attacked in an alley on East Ohio Street and rushed …
00:01:06 |
Sun 24 Aug 2025
Christkindlmarkets Return to Chicago This Winter
Christkindlmarket is back! Get ready for festive cheer as Chicago-area locations in Daley Plaza, Aurora, and Wrigleyville gear up to offer German treats, unique gifts, and spiced wine. Opening in lat…
00:01:57 |
Sun 24 Aug 2025
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