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A man who tried to intervene in a fight in Chicago's River North neighborhood was fatally pushed down a flight of stairs, police said.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson's proposed tributes to the Rev. Jesse Jackson, which are set to be considered this week by members of the City Council.

A suburban car dealership is going viral online for a social media ad featuring two young boys and plenty of language that would never make it on television or radio.

A 62-year-old man was wounded in a shooting during an armed robbery Sunday evening on Chicago's Far South Side, police said.

Before Together We Ride became a global movement, it was a one-woman operation led by physical therapist Dawn Piech each year on International Women's Day.

Skokie woman - US citizen - held by ICE for 2 days full 71 Sat, 07 Mar 2026 18:15:01 +0000 GhS3UEKDqiqBT38MHOl1ysg9Bm6ej6lw news Chicago All Local news Skokie woman - US citizen - held by ICE for 2 days 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?fee

Family wants beloved father who owns Chicago sandwich shop returned home after deportation to Pakistan full 48 Fri, 06 Mar 2026 23:40:07 +0000 CIuC12W7MzqahiWvgls13WcMk8dzQUWb news Chicago All Local news Family wants beloved father who owns Chicago sandwich shop returned home after deportation to Pakistan 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

Aurora ditches St. Patrick's Day parade for downtown bar crawl celebration full 33 Fri, 06 Mar 2026 21:05:08 +0000 a0QpndfKEH4bDWzZtKu532QyBqrmbe4Q news Chicago All Local news Aurora ditches St. Patrick's Day parade for downtown bar crawl celebration 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.amp

Chicago's Deeply Rooted Dance Theater marks 30 years with Sinfonietta collaboration full 64 Fri, 06 Mar 2026 20:47:47 +0000 0y0U9yIEPa1RGEKKsJnCovXC9whUMc2t news Chicago All Local news Chicago's Deeply Rooted Dance Theater marks 30 years with Sinfonietta collaboration 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://p

Students at Wendell Phillips High School on Chicago's South Side were given an opportunity to hear about various careers available in the aviation industry.

Joliet data center clears a hurdle full 48 Fri, 06 Mar 2026 19:07:06 +0000 VCfjZY2iZMrXQLiJnsdmNbBgsTIoGXg0 news Chicago All Local news Joliet data center clears a hurdle 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%

Chicago Public School students try out the trades in the first of four fairs.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on a drive to bring hundreds of Chicago students to the Voter Supersite to cast ballots in March's primary.

10-year-old author convinces River Forest Village Board to install Little Free Library full 57 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 17:15:15 +0000 7mzIMe3fnAvWSE6Z7fDe8Jqk9OwuaQm5 news Chicago All Local news 10-year-old author convinces River Forest Village Board to install Little Free Library 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:

A north suburban coffeehouse is now serving up drinks and conversation about going solar. The Windfree Solar Cafe in Evanston officially opened Wednesday and is believed to be the first of its kind in the country.

From dozens of names submitted, Joliet elementary school and junior high students selected the names of three new snowplows to be: "Plowasaurus Rex", "Snow Buster", and "Blizzard Wizard". Greg Ruddy, the Director of the Joliet Department of Public Works says the students were very creative and imaginative and there may be opportunities for naming more snowplows next winter.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports leaders of Chicago's Jewish community are demanding action to address an increase in anti-Semitic harassment.

As the weather warms up, don't let scammers give you the chills. Freeze your credit before they strike. Jordan Wright with the Better Business Bureau's Tip-Off to the Rip-Off® on WBBM Newsradio has the details.

Now through March 17, if you purchase Local Style Chips' new Green Beer flavor and find green chips inside, you will win an instant prize and be entered for a chance to win free chips for a year.

Pritzker: Illinois residents stranded in the Middle East express "considerable fear" full 44 Wed, 04 Mar 2026 18:15:01 +0000 cOI1taU335o7qnUqPXh4zkNIxoB1vubY news Chicago All Local news Pritzker: Illinois residents stranded in the Middle East express "considerable fear" 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://

The Chicago-based restaurant chain is adding a limited-edition Birthday Cake and Cake Shake to mark the one-year anniversary of its customer loyalty program as well as the upcoming 63rd anniversary of Portillo's original Dog House hot dog stand, which opened in April of 1963. The birthday cake which is baked fresh daily at the restaurant features two layers with Funfetti rainbow sprinkles, topped with a creamy vanilla frosting and more sprinkles. The new cake is on the menu through April 6th and is available by the slice, as a whole cake or blended into a signature Cake Shake.

A new mobile clinic will allow adults with transportation issues to participate in the UChicago Dental Care Research Study which aims to understand how quality of life and health for older adults who don't have dental insurance may benefit from being offered no-fee dental care. The mobile clinic contains two dental chairs with resources to do cleanings, fillings, extractions, X-rays and more.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on the groundbreaking for the future home of the Chicago Fire soccer team.

A social services non-profit has been helping immigrants in Chicago since 1870. Erie Neighborhood House started in West Town and has changed along with the people its serves.

Chicago High School for the Arts parents, teachers, students push back against proposed changes by CPS full 71 Tue, 03 Mar 2026 19:46:12 +0000 U1HpbO7T7w7a6XkBLZmMzhSiaOP1pSQc news Chicago All Local news Chicago High School for the Arts parents, teachers, students push back against proposed changes by CPS 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

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on Gov. J.B. Pritzker's mention during an Epstein deposition by former President Bill Clinton.

Springfield Police Officers found the badly decomposed body of 86-year-old Lillie Prindle inside her home while conducting a welfare check on November 6, 2025. Neighbors told them 59-year-old Gena English-Wheat who lived nearby, was Prindle's caretaker. When detectives talked her, she reportedly told them she discovered Prindle dead in August of 2022 but did not notify authorities. Further investigation found English-Wheat made multiple withdrawals from the dead woman's bank account totaling about $130,000. English-Wheat was arrested and charged with concealment of death, but she was released with conditions pending trial.

Amazon Prime Air service could start in south suburban Matteson and Markham this summer, with deliveries taking as little as two hours. Amazon says each drone can carry multiple packages up to a total of 5 pounds, and can operate in wind gusts of up to 30-miles-per-hour and in light rain. Amazon Prime Air service operates in Arizona, Florida, Kansas, Michigan and Texas.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports DuPage County's clerk is warning ICE agents not to target polling places for immigration enforcement.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports Chicago mayor Brandon Johnson insists Chicago is not out of the running as the home of a future Bears stadium.

Northwestern Medicine is expanding options for cardiovascular patients in the northern suburbs in a move that reflects changes in commuting patterns. Dr. Karin Ulstrup, medical director at the Glenview Outpatient Center, says they're expanding the clinical space in the building at Willow and Patriot that opened 13 years ago.

The new 1.5% tax went into effect Sunday. It applies to customers who are purchasing alcohol meant to be consumed off the premises where it is sold, such as at grocery, convenience and retail stores.

Mrs. Mom's Mother's Club started with the mission of giving moms some much needed "mommy time" according to the organization's Executive Director Jasmine Williams who is also a wife and mother of six.

Fifth Third Arena is now officially Blackhawks Ice Center. The newly expanded and rebranded facility located which is located at 1801 W. Jackson is used by both the team and the community. It now features two new rinks as well as new dining options including Rocky's Table and Tap and Raise the Cup Cafe. Visitors can also take a stroll down memory lane in the newly unveiled Centennial Hall which offers a free, immersive tribute to the Blackhawks' 100 year legacy through dynamic displays, rotating artifacts and interactive storytelling.

Police in Eau Claire will not say who the suspect is. However, police do say they received reports of someone in a sedan with flashing lights trying to pull motorists over. On February 26th, Eau Claire Police pulled the suspected sedan over, searched it, and found a replica Chicago Police Department badge and a pistol-style BB gun. The suspect was arrested for allegedly impersonating a peace officer.

Black History Month: Here's how Chicago shaped the sound of Gospel Music

Northwest Suburban Mayors in Illinois held a press conference to oppose Governor Pritzker's housing proposal.

WBBM's Carolina Garibay speaks with Chicago hip-hop history teacher and emcee Amina Norman-Hawkins about hip-hop's roots and Chicago and the role women have played in shaping the movement.

Superager full 57 Fri, 27 Feb 2026 20:22:53 +0000 BqwtTcutbwQ1MlDDzSdM3TT0TCaXckqH news Chicago All Local news Superager 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.amperwave.net%2F

South side iconic dry cleaners is shutting down full 35 Fri, 27 Feb 2026 20:03:34 +0000 tk6Kb0iCsNv2vVu1ZBvVPtDHT1hJpshV news Chicago All Local news South side iconic dry cleaners is shutting down 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 the interest in legalized video gambling in Chicago.

If you're not a fan of clipping coupons on your phone, there could be a change coming to your food aisle. A bill in the Illinois Legislature would require grocery stores to offer another option than digital-only coupons.