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WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on the newest venture - and newest residence - for ex-Dolton mayor Tiffany Henyard.

Lurie Children's Hospital has received $4 million from pediatric cancer foundation Cal's Angels to establish the Cal’s Angels Advanced Leukemia Clinical and Research Program.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on the first day for candidates to file nominating petitions for March's primary ballot.

K-9 Frank soon will receive a custom bullet-and stab-resistant vest, donated by the nonprofit "Vested Interest in K-9s Inc.". Since 2009, the nonprofit group has provided more than 6-thousand protective vests to police dogs in all 50 states.

Joliet Police arrested then-officer Dwayne Killian because he allegedly had unauthorized possession of Task Force equipment, despite being sent several notices to return it. Killian filed a civil rights lawsuit against five officers. This week in a judgement, charges were dropped against four of the officers before the trial started. In the trial, a jury found Joliet Sergeant Edward Grizzle did not violate Killian's constitutional rights.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on the call for Chicago Public Schools to expand e-learning as the Trump Administration steps up immigration enforcement in the area.

Just in time for Halloween, we’re learning how mummies help us understand some dinosaurs. UChicago researchers examined a thin layer of clay on left fossils of two duck-billed dinosaurs found in the Badlands of Wyoming to confirm they had hooves.

It's one of Chicago's most treasured landmarks and this year, the restaurant inside is celebrating a milestone. WBBM's Lisa Fielding has today's Made in Chicago.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker established a new "Accountability Commission" to investigate abuses by federal immigration agents in Chicago.

The son of Illinois republican governor candidate Darren Bailey has died, along with his daughter-in-law and two grandchildren. Zachary Bailey, his wife Kelsey, 12-year-old Vada Rose and 7-year-old Samuel were in Montana when their helicopter crashed.

Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a Mexican holiday where families welcome back the souls of their deceased relatives with a celebration. It has widely grown to places outside of Mexico, including in Chicago.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports authorities are investigating a helicopter crash that killed the son of Republican candidate for governor Darren Bailey, as well as his daughter-in-law and two children.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz speaks to Illinois Federation of Teachers and Chicago Teachers Union president Stacy Davis Gates about state funding for schools - and Mayor Brandon Johnson's proposed budget for Chicago.

Scammers offering inflation rebates could end up deflating your savings account. Kayla Palmore with the Better Business Bureau has more on Tip-Off to the Rip-Off® for WBBM Newsradio.

Hundreds of Chicago high school students were accepted to college on the spot today at McCormick Place.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports a Chicago alderman criticized the Chicago Department of Transportation over the timing of bridge construction projects in his ward.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports video gaming mogul Rick Heidner has entered the Republican race for governor of Illinois.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on the discussion of a proposed Chicago tax on social media companies during City Council budget hearings.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on the first day of budget hearings at Chicago City Hall.

News deserts are expanding and more newspapers are shutting down, according to Northwestern University's Medill State of Local News report issued Monday.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports a Chicago alderperson is suing federal authorities over their arrest by ICE agents at a Chicago hospital.

The Night Ministry was founded in 1976 by a diverse network of congregations on Chicago's north side. Their mission: to provide human connection, housing support, and healthcare to those in need - year round.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports progressive leaders are calling for Mayor Johnson's proposed corporate head tax to be increased to help fund investments in child care.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports the former head of Chicago's "Friends of the Parks" has launched a bid for one of three seats on the Cook County Board of Review.

About 50 years later, three Northwestern football players have received long-delayed letterman jackets. Coach David Braun presented the honors during Homecoming weekend earlier this month.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports state leaders formally opened two new buildings at the Illinois Veterans Home in Quincy.

A new regional campaign is encouraging residents across Chicagoland to “feed the cart” and help revive enthusiasm for recycling.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on a new lawsuit led by the city of Chicago against the Trump Administration.

The Senior Safety & Resources Unit assigns specially trained officers to each patrol area to provide direct support to seniors. Officers in the unit will help seniors who are victims of crime, living alone, or need vital community services.

Hundreds of purses packed with compassion are headed to Chicago-area domestic violence shelters.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports U.S. Senator Dick Durbin praised judges who have blocked the Trump Administration's attempts to deploy troops into Chicago and other cities.

Sharing is not caring if you’re giving your information to Medicare fraudsters. Jay Elliott with the Better Business Bureau’s Tip-Off to the Rip-Off® on WBBM has some tips.

Musicians, dancers, fire walkers, artists, dancers and bicyclists will be wandering down State Street in Chicago on Saturday.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports elected leaders joined advocates for Chicago's immigrant communities in denouncing ICE detentions outside churches.

This week, Pope Leo the 14th appointed Cardinal Blase Cupich to the pontifical commission for the Vatican City State. This has happened in light of Cupich's controversial and criticized decision last month to give an award to Senator Dick Durbin, who is pro-abortion. The SUN-TIMES reports Cupich's new post is not hugely influential, but the appointment shows Pope Leo's support for Cupich.

This week, Pope Leo the 14th appointed Cardinal Blase Cupich to the pontifical commission for the Vatican City State. This has happened in light of Cupich's controversial and criticized decision last month to give an award to Senator Dick Durbin, who is pro-abortion. The SUN-TIMES reports Cupich's new post is not hugely influential, but the appointment shows Pope Leo's support for Cupich.