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Former U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice has expressed deep concern over a significant shift in Russian President Vladimir Putin's behavior, describing him as increasingly "desperate" and "out of control" as Ukraine…

President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance are slated to attend the opening night of Les Misérables at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts on June 11, 2025. Accompanied by First Lady Melania Trump and Second Lady Usha…

Colorado Springs, CO — In a heartening development, 15-year-old Alisa Petrov from South Jordan, Utah, who had been missing since April 21, has been found safe and in good health. On Sunday evening, Alisa voluntarily walked into the Colorado…

Greenfield, IN — The parents of 10-year-old Sammy Teusch have filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the Greenfield-Central Community School Corporation, alleging that the school district failed to protect their son from relentless…

Newark, NJ — In a significant legal development, Newark Mayor Ras Baraka has filed a federal lawsuit against interim U.S. Attorney for New Jersey Alina Habba and Homeland Security Investigations agent Ricky Patel. The…

Tempe, AZ — In a deeply disturbing case that has shocked the community, three young men have been sentenced for their involvement in the fatal drive-by shooting of 5-year-old Landyn Brooks in Tempe, Arizona. The…

Washington, D.C. — The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) has filed a federal lawsuit against the Trump administration, alleging noncompliance with the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) concerning the collection of DNA…

Chicago is experiencing a gradual yet concerning phenomenon: the ground beneath the city is sinking at a rate faster than many other U.S. cities. This subsidence poses significant risks to infrastructure, including buildings, roads, and…

Chicago, IL — A 20-year-old man is in critical condition following a stabbing that occurred early Tuesday morning in Chicago’s Streeterville neighborhood. The incident unfolded around 1:35 a.m. in the 200 block of East Illinois Street,…

In a significant move that underscores its dominance in the private equity (PE) landscape, Thoma Bravo has successfully raised $34.4 billion across three new funds. This achievement not only highlights the firm's robust investor confidence…

Naperville, IL — The Cheesecake Factory is set to open its newest Illinois location on June 17, 2025, at 404 IL Route 59, marking its sixth restaurant in the state. This expansion is part of the city's Block 59 redevelopment project,…

In a landmark move to meet its soaring energy demands, Meta Platforms Inc. has inked a 20-year power purchase agreement (PPA) with Constellation Energy to procure 1.1 gigawatts of nuclear power from the Clinton Clean Energy Center in…

A 25-year-old man was abducted in Chicago's Old Town neighborhood over the weekend and coerced into withdrawing cash from an ATM and transferring funds through a banking app, according to police reports. Incident Overview The victim…

In an era where dramatic relationship breakups often go viral, one tale continues to make the rounds for its wit, humor, and poetic justice. It involves a husband who sent a cold-hearted letter demanding a divorce—only to be met with a…

Devin Harjes, a versatile actor celebrated for his compelling roles in television series such as Boardwalk Empire, Daredevil, and Manifest, has passed away at the age of 41. He died on May 27, 2025, at Mount Sinai West Hospital in New York…

In a case highlighting the challenges of juvenile crime and the justice system, a teenager has been sentenced to eight years in prison for carjacking a Lyft driver, all while awaiting trial on seven other juvenile cases.…

In the early hours of Saturday, May 31, a drive-by shooting disrupted a post-prom celebration near St. Sabina Church in Chicago's Auburn Gresham neighborhood, leaving seven teenagers injured. The Incident Around 1:55 a.m., a large…

Kansas City, Missouri, is grappling with a significant uptick in property crimes, leaving local business owners frustrated and calling for stronger leadership and more effective law enforcement responses. A City Under Siege In…

In a disturbing incident in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, a woman and her brother are accused of assaulting and shooting her ex-boyfriend during a violent altercation. The Incident On the evening of May 29, 2025, deputies from the East…

Chicago’s favorite reptilian resident, Chonkosaurus—affectionately known as “Chonk”—has made her triumphant return to the Chicago River, delighting locals and conservationists alike. First spotted in 2023, this massive snapping turtle…

Jonathan Joss, the acclaimed Native American actor known for voicing John Redcorn in King of the Hill and portraying Chief Ken Hotate in Parks and Recreation, was tragically killed in a shooting on June 1, 2025, in San Antonio, Texas. He…

Chicago police are actively searching for four teenage suspects involved in a daylight shooting near Wrigley Field that left a bystander injured. The incident occurred on May 15, 2025, around 7 p.m., at the intersection of Sheffield and…

June 2, 2025 — Chicago, IL — A Chicago driver accused of fleeing the scene after striking a woman with his car is now in custody — and the justification he offered to authorities has left both law enforcement and the public stunned.…

June 2, 2025 — Chicago, IL — A Cook County judge has sentenced a Chicago man to 18 years in prison for a deadly DUI crash on the Dan Ryan Expressway that killed two people and injured several others in a high-speed collision that…

June 2, 2025 — Normal, IL — Community advocates, seniors, and local officials gathered in uptown Normal on Monday to rally in defense of vital senior services threatened by recent shifts in federal policy and potential funding rollbacks.…

University, where officials have announced that Brooke Mason, a standout student from Whitewater, has been named to the Spring 2025 Dean’s List — a distinction reserved for high-achieving students who demonstrate consistent dedication to…

June 2, 2025 — Springfield, IL — With a $770 million budget shortfall threatening to derail Chicago’s public transportation system, Illinois lawmakers are under mounting pressure to strike a funding deal before the General Assembly adjourns…

June 2, 2025 — Chicago, IL — Illinois residents are being urged to prepare for an intense midweek weather trifecta: lingering smoke from Canadian wildfires, sweltering 90-degree temperatures, and the threat of severe thunderstorms. The…

June 2, 2025 — North Lawndale, Chicago — A generous $50,000 donation from actor and activist Jussie Smollett is bringing new life to youth arts programming at the North Lawndale Arts Center, one of the West Side's most cherished cultural…

June 2, 2025 — In a bizarre twist of fortune, a North Carolina man who believed he had finally turned his luck around after winning a $3.6 million lottery jackpot is now embroiled in a legal battle — not over the prize itself, but over love…