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WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports the latest details about the case against the suspect in a burn attack on the CTA.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports Governor J.B. Pritzker is reflecting on his meeting this week at the Vatican with Chicago-born Pope Leo XIV.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on Governor Pritzker's first comments following the arrest of a suspect in this week's burn attack on a CTA train.

Chicago Urban League opens "Empowerment Center" full 57 Fri, 21 Nov 2025 17:55:02 +0000 15mOx6CbgWeIuegkdRuF6vSX6wfzLoPC news Chicago All Local news Chicago Urban League opens "Empowerment Center" A dive into the top headlines in Chicago, delivering the news you need in 10 minutes or less multiple times a day from WBBM Newsradio. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-l

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on increased demand for assistance at food pantries a week before Thanksgiving.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson's new effort to get suggestions from aldermen about next year's budget.

Catholic priests and nuns are suing the Trump Administration after they were denied entry at the Broadview ICE facility. The late Sisters Pat Murphy and JoAnn Persch prayed with detainees and gave them communion inside the facility every Friday from 2010 to 2020, the lawsuit says.

A new Northwestern Medicine study found that current U.S. lung cancer screening guidelines miss most patients, especially women and never-smokers. That's why Northwestern is putting together the Lung Health Center to detect lung, heart, and bone conditions earlier.

Ancient canoes found in Wisconsin lake full 61 Thu, 20 Nov 2025 17:20:02 +0000 4FGvI20Nf8TtD6q6vESdcoMNtZaOJymp news Chicago All Local news Ancient canoes found in Wisconsin lake A dive into the top headlines in Chicago, delivering the news you need in 10 minutes or less multiple times a day from WBBM Newsradio. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on Mayor Brandon Johnson's reaction to an attack on a CTA train that left a woman critically burned.

A new study shows you how to spot pet scammers before they can take a bite out of your bank account. Jordan Wright with the Better Business Bureau's Tip-Off to the Rip-Off® on WBBM Newsradio has the details.

Nicor rates will increase for suburbs, but not as bad as possible full 58 Thu, 20 Nov 2025 00:55:24 +0000 A9hKYMgbf2GSL9cxNSri2vQu86x2Xi4n news Chicago All Local news Nicor rates will increase for suburbs, but not as bad as possible A dive into the top headlines in Chicago, delivering the news you need in 10 minutes or less multiple times a day from WBBM Newsradio. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News False https://player.amperwavepod

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on efforts to challenge petition signatures from candidates for March's primary.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on Governor J.B. Pritzker's visit with Chicago-born Pope Leo XIV.

New filing in Dexter Reed case full 64 Wed, 19 Nov 2025 18:21:01 +0000 TRV4FUHTyYobuuCVcAnqINkN801By08F news Chicago All Local news New filing in Dexter Reed case A dive into the top headlines in Chicago, delivering the news you need in 10 minutes or less multiple times a day from WBBM Newsradio. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2

A federal judge has denied a request from the Trump administration to delay releasing hundreds of people detained during Operation Midway Blitz. 442 people arrested without warrants could be released as soon as Friday, under US District Judge Jeffrey Cummings' order.

Twenty Chicago restaurants are featured in the latest MICHELIN Guide Chicago, including two for the first time.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on the vote to punish Illinois Congressman Jesus "Chuy" Garcia.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on the effort among Chicago city leaders to reach agreement on a budget for next year.

A woman is hospitalized after a horrific attack on the CTA Blue Line train Monday night in the Loop. Chicago police say the 26-year-old woman got into an argument with a man at about 9:30pm when he poured a liquid on her and then set her on fire.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports Cook County treasurer Maria Pappas confirms she intends to run for mayor of Chicago in 2027.

"Civil Emergency" in Broadview full 52 Tue, 18 Nov 2025 16:29:10 +0000 FBKXNCoHgNAOAYG0KO3VHBiUQfOQQnzD news Chicago All Local news "Civil Emergency" in Broadview A dive into the top headlines in Chicago, delivering the news you need in 10 minutes or less multiple times a day from WBBM Newsradio. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports Mayor Johnson's budget plan has failed a vote in a key City Council committee.

The Loop is officially welcoming Christmastime in Chicago, as the famous State Street light display illuminates the downtown area starting Monday. To kick off the season, the Chicago Loop Alliance has launched its Holidays in the Loop campaign, a curated guide of attractions, shopping, dining and hospitality for tourists and locals.

Groups unite to address trauma and get accountability for immigration raids in Chicago full 51 Mon, 17 Nov 2025 20:09:01 +0000 Xs0UHy50fFLj9hJXrcAYqmI0LgNh4LKG news Chicago All Local news Groups unite to address trauma and get accountability for immigration raids in Chicago A dive into the top headlines in Chicago, delivering the news you need in 10 minutes or less multiple times a day from WBBM Newsradio. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News False https:

OJ Simpson's estate is making a big payout to Ron Goldman's family. The amount ordered by a judge is nearly $58 million dollars, including interest.

Gridiron Report: Cardiac Bears Pull Off Another Late Comeback full 144 Mon, 17 Nov 2025 15:26:32 +0000 bDMmk1XDQr1fno2oUr5VGXhBVxWiACuT news Chicago All Local news Gridiron Report: Cardiac Bears Pull Off Another Late Comeback A dive into the top headlines in Chicago, delivering the news you need in 10 minutes or less multiple times a day from WBBM Newsradio. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News False https://player.amperwavepodcast

President Donald Trump is sharply criticizing Indiana Senate Republicans for refusing to return to the Statehouse in December to vote on mid-decade redistricting, intensifying pressure on GOP lawmakers as party leaders say they lack the votes to move forward.

Chicago police are investigating two violent attacks near the University of Illinois Chicago campus early Monday, less than a half-mile and an hour apart, though it remains unclear whether the incidents are connected.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on a new analysis of property tax increases from the Cook County Treasurer's office.

The popular holiday event opens November 21st and runs through January 4th. Fixed date tickets start at just under eight dollars. New this year for Lincoln Park Zoo Lights are Flexible Admission tickets, which cost 20 dollars, but allow you to avoid sellouts and bad weather. Tickets for 'Free Admission Mondays' will be released one week in advance at 11 a.m..

On November 12th, McHenry Police received a call that a truck hit a curb and a sign. SHAW LOCAL reports officers found 58-year-old James R. Conaway of Genoa asleep behind the wheel of the truck. According to information filed in McHenry County court, Conaway was charged with aggravated DUI, and a judge cited Conaway's history of alcoholism when he denied Conaway's pretrial release from county jail.

On November 12th, McHenry Police received a call that a truck hit a curb and a sign. SHAW LOCAL reports officers found 58-year-old James R. Conaway of Genoa asleep behind the wheel of the truck. According to information filed in McHenry County court, Conaway was charged with aggravated DUI, and a judge cited Conaway's history of alcoholism, when he denied Conaway's pretrial release from county jail.

If you're behind on your taxes to the state of Illinois, you have through Monday to pay without penalty or interest under an amnesty program. The Illinois Department of Revenue has taken in about $180m in late or unpaid taxes so far.

November is Utility Scam Awareness Month, and some tricks of fraudsters can be shocking. Kayla Palmore with the Better Business Bureau's Tip-Off to the Rip-Off® on WBBM Newsradio has more.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on revisions to Mayor Brandon Johnson's budget proposal for 2026.

Cash for votes allegation full 52 Fri, 14 Nov 2025 16:17:01 +0000 wTbxKaoa1uuz4irlZXsVtkpuygaeqwtK news Chicago All Local news Cash for votes allegation A dive into the top headlines in Chicago, delivering the news you need in 10 minutes or less multiple times a day from WBBM Newsradio. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.

The nonprofit Scholars Program is a teacher preparation an tuition assistance program. The The Accelerators Program is a 15-month teacher residency and licensure program for career changers and college seniors not on a teaching path.

If you haven't caught the Northern Lights this week, there are still ample opportunities to see plenty of colors in the sky over north suburban Glencoe. The popular Lightscape exhibit is back at the Chicago Botanic Garden starting on Friday.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on Governor J.B. Pritzker's reaction to the end of the partial government shutdown.

Ban on hemp products full 46 Thu, 13 Nov 2025 17:08:47 +0000 V6FDfhypT96R6Y1TLIPgiljTNSfOLOcb news Chicago All Local news Ban on hemp products A dive into the top headlines in Chicago, delivering the news you need in 10 minutes or less multiple times a day from WBBM Newsradio. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amper

Chicken chain Zaxby's is coming to Chicagoland.