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Crawling Under a Train: Hinsdale's Risky Commute

A Hinsdale commuter was caught on video crawling under a stopped Metra train, sparking a police safety warning and raising serious concerns about risky behavior around train tracks. The incident at t…

00:01:59 | Thu 18 Sep 2025

Immigration Arrest at Elgin Community College: Campus Concerns

Immigration agents detained an Elgin Community College student on campus, sending shockwaves through the school. Find out how this sudden action ignited fears about campus safety, sparked questions a…

00:01:43 | Thu 18 Sep 2025

Hamburger Helper's Breakfast Gamble: Will It Beat Inflation?

Hamburger Helper just invaded breakfast! The iconic dinner brand launched its first-ever breakfast line with hashbrown and sausage options, plus new takeout-inspired deluxe meal kits. Find them at Wa…

00:02:11 | Thu 18 Sep 2025

Chicago Under ICE: Raids Spark Community Resistance

Chicago Under Siege: Masked ICE Agents Spark Fear and Resistance! Discover how Operation Midway Blitz is terrorizing immigrant communities, from the Northwest Side to the suburbs. Hear about the dram…

00:02:19 | Thu 18 Sep 2025

Antifa: Terrorist Designation and the Future of Protest

Trump Declares War on Antifa: A Game Changer for Protests? President Trump's controversial decision to label antifa a terrorist organization ignites a firestorm of debate. Will this crackdown curb vi…

00:01:32 | Thu 18 Sep 2025

Bears vs. Cowboys: Can Eberflus Stop Dallas?

Bears vs. Cowboys: Can Eberflus's defense stop Dallas's explosive offense? This Sunday's game is a high-stakes showdown, putting the Bears' defense and their coordinator, Matt Eberflus, under pressur…

00:01:43 | Thu 18 Sep 2025

Captain Bill Murder: Mystery at DuSable Harbor

A beloved boat captain, Captain Bill, was murdered at Chicago's DuSable Harbor, and the community is demanding answers. A $10,000 Crimestoppers reward is offered as police investigate, reviewing surv…

00:01:51 | Thu 18 Sep 2025

143rd Street Expansion: Will County Moves Forward

Homer Glen residents brace for change as Will County approves land grab for controversial road expansion! Find out how the scaled-back 143rd Street project sparks outrage, threatens rural charm, and …

00:02:05 | Thu 18 Sep 2025

High School Football Week Four: Top Teams Clash

Get ready for high school football showdowns! This week, unbeaten powerhouses Loyola and Brother Rice clash, featuring sophomore sensations versus senior leadership. Meanwhile, Downers Grove North ba…

00:02:20 | Thu 18 Sep 2025

Immigration Raids: Fear Grips Chicago Suburbs

Shocking raids at Home Depot and Menards: Why are federal agents targeting day laborers in Chicago? A wood flooring business owner and other workers were just swept up in a wave of immigration arrest…

00:02:31 | Thu 18 Sep 2025

Indiana Teachers: Free Speech or License Revocation?

Indiana teachers are under scrutiny after Governor Mike Braun's warning that educators who promote political violence could lose their licenses. Following the death of Charlie Kirk, controversial soc…

00:02:11 | Thu 18 Sep 2025

Gary Health Inspectors Threatened After Grocery Store Closures

Threats against Gary health inspectors spark a police investigation after recent temporary closures of two grocery stores for health violations. City officials vow to maintain stricter enforcement an…

00:01:56 | Thu 18 Sep 2025

Lincoln International Acquires MarshBerry: A Financial Power Move

Investment Banking Giant Lincoln International Snaps Up MarshBerry in Landmark Deal! Find out how this acquisition will reshape the financial landscape, expand services, and create new opportunities …

00:02:25 | Thu 18 Sep 2025

Harvey Park District Drama: Commissioners Fight Back

Harvey Park District in chaos? Newly elected commissioners claim they're being BLOCKED from their jobs! A lawsuit alleges misconduct, with accusations of vacated roles, denied access, and ignored man…

00:01:50 | Thu 18 Sep 2025

Sex Offender's New Charges: A Community Alarmed

A convicted child murderer and sex offender in Illinois is back in the headlines after allegedly violating the Sex Offender Registration Act. Cayce Williams, who was released early after serving time…

00:02:01 | Thu 18 Sep 2025

Gary, Indiana: Couple Charged in Shocking Child Neglect Case

A Gary, Indiana couple faces child neglect charges after their five children were found living in horrific conditions. Cockroaches, feces, and a lack of supervision paint a disturbing picture of the …

00:02:00 | Thu 18 Sep 2025

Wellspring & Pritzker: A Family Office Partnership

Billionaire Backing: Cleveland's Wellspring Family Office partners with the Pritzker Organization in a strategic move to expand services for ultra-wealthy clients. Discover how this long-term investm…

00:02:27 | Thu 18 Sep 2025

Kershaw's Last Stand: A Dodger Legend Retires

Clayton Kershaw, Dodgers Legend, Announces Retirement: After 18 stellar seasons, the three-time Cy Young winner will retire, making his final start this Friday! Relive Kershaw's incredible career, fr…

00:02:07 | Thu 18 Sep 2025

Valparaiso Residents Fight High Water Rates

Valparaiso residents are fighting back against sky-high water rates! Fed up with paying hundreds more than their city neighbors, over thirty residents stormed a local board meeting with a petition si…