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Heartbreak at Funeral for Israeli-American Hostage With Chicago Ties: ‘We All Failed You’
JERUSALEM (AP) — An Israeli-American family that became an international icon in the struggle to free hostages from Hamas captivity in Gaza laid their son to rest on Monday after he was said to have been killed by militants as soldiers were approaching the spot where he was being held.
4 People Fatally Shot on CTA Blue Line Train in Forest Park
FOREST PARK, Ill. (AP) — A shooting on a Blue Line train in Forest Park on Labor Day morning left four people dead, police said. Three people were pronounced dead at the Forest Park station, an above-ground stop on the Chicago Transit Authority's Blue Line. The fourth victim died at a hospital.
Chicago’s Top Cop Says Department’s Handling of DNC Protests Show ‘Transformation’; Reform Advocates Say Celebration is ‘Premature’
Chicago Police Supt. Larry Snelling did not wait for the bang of the final gavel at the Democratic National Convention before declaring his officers met the test posed by the days of sustained protests that swirled around the official nomination of Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee for president.
Report Shows Illinois Union Participation Declining Despite Growth in New Petitions
SPRINGFIELD — Overall participation in labor unions has declined in recent years in Illinois, although the state has seen an increase in successful unionization efforts for the second year in a row. That’s according to the State of the Unions 2024 report, the latest installment in an annual review...
Prepare for Complete Overnight Lane Closures on the North End of DuSable Lake Shore Drive This Week
The northern end of DuSable Lake Shore Drive will be completely shut down at times overnight this week for resurfacing. The Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) is warning of “traffic impacts” Tuesday to Thursday, with Wednesday the most painful of the three days for motorists who rely on the roadway to get to and from work, home or school.
Amid protests, Netanyahu rejects calls to reach cease-fire
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu said he would not join cease-fire talks over his demand that Israel remain in control of Gaza's border with Egypt. He spoke after thousands of workers walked off their jobs following a night of protests over his failure to reach a deal for the release of hostages. John Yang discussed more with Yohanan Plesner of the Israel Democracy Institute.
'Hotel Portofino' Recap: Season 3 Episode 6
Hotel Portofino is available to stream by WTTW Passport members. Recap the previous episode. Keep up with your favorite dramas and mysteries by signing up for our newsletter, Dramalogue. Even though Marco is in bed and Danioni’s men are trying to be quiet, Marco hears them coming up his stairs...
News Wrap: Outrage, grief in Israel after 6 hostage deaths
In our news wrap Sunday, the recovery of six more hostages’ bodies from Gaza sparked grief and anger in Israel, Palestinian militants claimed responsibility of the deaths of three Israeli police officers in the occupied West Bank, about 10,000 hotel workers went on strike across the U.S., and Team USA picked up eight medals in the Paris Paralympics.
News Wrap: Polio vaccine drive begins for children in Gaza
In our news wrap Saturday, aid workers began the first phase of their campaign to vaccinate children in Gaza against polio, Russia is blaming Ukraine for the deaths of five people in Belgorod, a heavy storm prompted flood warnings in Japan, seven people died in a Mississippi bus crash, Trump launched a new wave of attacks on Harris, and Team USA added to its medal count at the Paris Paralympics.
Week in Review: City Projects Near $1B Budget Shortfall for 2025; CPS Students Return to School
Summer is over and school is back in session with challenges for students as well as city leaders. Those challenges include finding enough buses so that all students can get to class. Perhaps the biggest test for CPS will be trying to stay within budget amid ongoing contract negotiations with the Chicago Teachers Union.
Federal Judge Who Ruled Ald. Gardiner Violated First Amendment Admonishes Him for Approaching Her
The federal judge who ruled Ald. Jim Gardiner (45th Ward) violated the First Amendment by blocking six critics from his official Facebook page admonished him Friday for approaching her in June at a funeral even as the case remains pending. U.S. District Court Judge Sharon Johnson Coleman said she was...
Hundreds of CPS, Pace Paratransit Drivers Enter Week 3 of Strike as Contract Negotiations Reach an Impasse
The employer of the more than 600 paratransit drivers for PACE and Chicago Public Schools who have been on strike for two weeks said in a statement Friday that it would potentially surrender its contract with CPS as negotiations reach an impasse. Drivers began a work stoppage on Aug. 16...
Last Call for Chicago’s Outdoor Pools and Beaches, Closing for Swimming After Labor Day
Labor Day weekend marks the unofficial end of summer and the official end of the Chicago Park District’s outdoor swim season. In addition to the city’s 22 beaches, roughly a dozen outdoor pools will be open through Labor Day, Sept. 2, for one last hurrah. Beach swimming hours...
After Sharing His Story at the DNC, Chicago Teen Continues Mission to Curb Gun Violence
It wasn’t just politicians and celebrities who took the stage at last week’s Democratic National Convention. Community activists were also among the spotlighted speakers. Advocates shared their stories about how gun violence has impacted their lives and inspired them to take action. Edgar Vilchez, 19, was one of...
With Biden’s ‘Parole in Place’ Immigration Program Blocked, Local Families Wait for Outcome of Court Battle
Thousands of undocumented individuals are now in limbo after a Texas judge this week blocked one of President Joe Biden’s immigration policies. The program allows undocumented spouses of U.S. citizens to apply for a green card and eventually citizenship without leaving the country, a process known as “parole in place.” The White House estimated about 500,000 people were eligible for the program.
It’s Oktoberfest Season – and Other Food Events to Explore in September
As summer transitions to fall, there are still plenty of opportunities to get outside for food festivals in Chicago and the suburbs. Taste of Chicago returns in September. Plus, there are several Oktoberfest celebrations across the area this month. Friday, September 6 through Sunday, September 8 | Grant Park. The...
What It Was Like for One Chicago Hotel Restaurant to Serve Its VIP Democratic National Convention Guests
One night last week, Richie Farina sent his cooks home around midnight as business at Adorn Bar & Restaurant in Chicago’s Four Seasons Hotel, where he is the executive chef, finally slowed down after a busy evening. “Next thing I know, the [order] machine starts going crazy and it’s me and the overnight guy cooking for 45 people by ourselves,” he says with a laugh. “I think I got home at 3 that night.” He had arrived around 10:00 am, and the restaurant would open again at 6:00 am the next day.
Women in Afghanistan describe Taliban's brutal repression
This week marks three years since the chaotic withdrawal of U.S. and NATO allies from Afghanistan. It also marks three years of intensifying repression of women under the Taliban regime in what the UN has described as a "striking erasure of women from public life." Producer Zeba Warsi spoke to Afghan women inside the country about their lives today. Amna Nawaz reports.
'COBRA' Recap: Season 3 Episode 5
COBRA airs Thursdays at 9:00 pm and is available to stream. Recap the previous episode. Keep up with your favorite dramas and mysteries by signing up for our newsletter, Dramalogue. The government is trying to quickly determine who stole and is now holding for ransom an accurate, long-range, destructive mortar...
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