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Dozens of events are scheduled from October 17th through November 2nd. Events include a Teen Night, parades, and ten community “Fall-4-All" parties featuring DJs, free food, resources, and activities. More information is online at ChicagoFallFest.org.

Evanston-Skokie School Board weighs which schools to close as parents criticize lack of oversight after ex-superintendent indicted

A memorial concert and fundraiser at the Des Plaines Theater next week will bring music and media together for a good cause.

Southeast Side residents denounce federal immigration activity full 64 Wed, 15 Oct 2025 17:57:56 +0000 bzXjGXQuR8eSLwyUFwIMO5Gxv34exgns news Chicago All Local news Southeast Side residents denounce federal immigration activity 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.amperwavepodcas

WBBM's Carolina Garibay speaks with MCA Senior Curator Jamillah James, Yoko Ono's Studio Director Connor Monahan and Choose Chicago CEO Kristen Reynolds about the MCA's new exhibit "Yoko Ono: Music of the Mind" opening at the museum Oct. 18.

This week's Difference Maker highlights a non profit that lights a way for young Chicago moms and their kids. Bright Endeavors is a candle and home fragrance company that employs moms ages 24 and under.

This week's Made in Chicago introduces us to a local brewery that features flavors of India just in time for Diwali, the Hindu Festival of Lights.

The parents of a teenager who was detained for hours last week by what appears to be federal agents are threatening a lawsuit. You may have seen the video of agents surrounding a grey sedan, pulling a girl out and pushing her to the ground while she yells she's not resisting.

Some National Guard troops sent back to Texas full 37 Tue, 14 Oct 2025 15:47:53 +0000 r40j8MxeBzKzpueVjGhhy4ZMuUmzbdLh news Chicago All Local news Some National Guard troops sent back to Texas 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-lin

Gridiron Report: Revenge served cold. Bears Ice Commanders on Last Second Field Goal full 146 Tue, 14 Oct 2025 14:37:10 +0000 p0yhhMw2GuKfHyuJsVPNjoGR17AfULLp news Chicago All Local news Gridiron Report: Revenge served cold. Bears Ice Commanders on Last Second Field Goal 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://

Loyola University announced funeral arrangements for Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, the beloved chaplain of the Loyola Ramblers men's basketball team, who died last week at age 106.

Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan reports to federal prison to serve time for corruption charges.

Gridiron Report: Bears Aim for Redemption in D.C. full 158 Mon, 13 Oct 2025 14:37:29 +0000 Nf1TdLmZyzP75YXJknwssGzaNYEWw2Rf news Chicago All Local news Gridiron Report: Bears Aim for Redemption in D.C. 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

DuPage County could soon expand its rental rules to include short-term stays like those offered on Airbnb and Vrbo.

Rideshare drivers were reportedly targeted by immigration officials at O'Hare Airport Friday. Video obtained by WBBM appears to show a federal agent pulling a man from a car and detaining him on the ground in the airport's Uber X lot.

Doctors at the University of Chicago Medicine Comer Children's Hospital are being credited with helping to save and improve the life of a 2-year-old boy who was severely injured in a car accident.

Renovations are now underway at the South Water Street entrance to Millennium Station in the Loop. On Thursday, Metra and other local officials broke ground on the $8.1 million project along the Metra Electric Line.

The Chicago Park District Board this week approved a two-year permit agreement with the organizers of the "Pokémon GO Fest" to host the event in Grant Park. The next Chicago festival featuring the Japanese company's games, animation and merchandise will be held in Summer 2026.

The clinic took place at the ComEd Recreation Center in Pilsen and put students through six stations covering hard and soft skills across soccer, golf, endurance running and financial health with pro athletes.

Before you get spooked by your bank statement, here's how to avoid Halloween spending traps. Jordan Wright with the Better Business Bureau's Tip-Off to the Rip-Off® on WBBM Newsradio reports.

The Coalition was founded in 1988, and says on its website that it's the only statewide membership coalition working to end hunger and address its underlying issues. Illinois Hunger Coalition board president, Father Bill Vanecko, who did not give a reason for the Coalition closing, says its mission is "more urgent than ever", and he's calling on other advocates in the state to continue to fight for anti-poverty initiatives.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports leaders of election-reform groups are talking about a proposal to change how legislative boundaries are drawn in Illinois.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports city and religious leaders have formally opened a fully-accessible apartment complex on Chicago's North side.

You can now own a piece of Goodman Theatre history, with a costume sale the theater is hosting this weekend. Whether you're searching for a one-of-a-kind conversation piece or inspiration for a Halloween costume this year, the Goodman's Costume Shop Sale taking place Saturday will likely have something.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports Chicago aldermen have approved a measure designed to encourage residential composting in multi-unit apartment and condo buildings.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports Chicago aldermen have proposed a measure that would rezone more than two miles of Broadway between Montrose and Devon to allow for construction of new residential and retail buildings.

Kamehachi is Chicago's original sushi bar restaurant. Gulia Sindler is its current owner, and she says the meaning behind its name is simple.

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson signed an executive order Monday that prohibits U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement from using city property for immigration enforcement, calling the move a necessary defense against federal overreach.

Gridiron Report: Bye Week Grades Kind to Bears full 141 Mon, 06 Oct 2025 13:37:35 +0000 71pF0aLIbKapluM7JrX1vj6eIRKaqYE7 news Chicago All Local news Gridiron Report: Bye Week Grades Kind to Bears 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-li

WBBM's Carolina Garibay gets a first look at Chicagoland's newest Harry Potter experience in Ingleside. "Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience" takes visitors inside the famous Harry Potter forest through an outdoor trail where they can meet characters and creatures and cast spells.

Fans heading to the United Center this season will find more than hockey and basketball on the schedule. The arena, in partnership with the Chicago Blackhawks, Chicago Bulls and hospitality partner Levy, has unveiled its biggest off-season food and beverage expansion yet.

Thursday was the groundbreaking of a new FedEx distribution center. Indiana Governor Mike Braun says the 300-thousand-square foot facility will "inspire a lot of other people to invest here". Gary Mayor Eddie Melton says the FedEx distribution center is expected to open in 2027 and create 6-hundred jobs.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports Chicago mayor Brandon Johnson says he's lobbying the Legislature for full funding for the area's public transit agencies.

Five people were arrested during protests outside the ICE processing facility in Broadview Friday morning. Concrete barriers that were installed on Beach Street entrance Thursday night are now lining both entrances.

The United Center unveiled a major renovation to its Banner Level, turning what was once a row of traditional suites into a mix of new seating options designed to give fans more flexibility and affordability.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports Mayor Brandon Johnson says he'll fight for $2 billion in federal transit money blocked by the Trump Administration.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on the first candidate to enter the 2027 race for Chicago mayor.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on an expanded partnership to offer food assistance to students at the City Colleges of Chicago.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on a new watchdog report exploring the discrepancy in Chicago-area water rates.

A Prospect Heights woman has been found not guilty of a hit-and-run in Lake County that killed a Glenview man four years ago. On Wednesday, a Lake County judge acquitted Amanda Cisneros-Elacio of two felonies: causing a crash with injury or death and failing to report it.

Lucy, Linus, Schroeder, Snoopy, Pig-Pen, and of course, Good Ol' Charlie Brown are all celebrating a birthday. The very first "Peanuts" comic strip appeared on October 2, 1950 in just seven newspapers including the Chicago Tribune. WBBM Newsradio's Terry Keshner reports.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on movement among declared and potential candidates in the 2027 race for mayor of Chicago.