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Chicago News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Hosted by Corey with the Story, Chicago News Today delivers fast, focused daily updates on the stories shaping Chicago—from local news and business to culture, sports, and community developments. Designed for quick, on-the-go listening, each episode brings you up to speed in minutes. Produced by AI for speed, consistency, and global scale, the show is part of The Daily News Now network—bringing local news to every city in the world and keeping communities connected. Chicago News Today is your…
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Big Moves in Sports Medicine | Chicago News
Big moves are shaking up sports medicine as Advocate Health Care and Endeavor Health team up with Colorado State University and a suburban school district to…
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Blue Line Slows Due to Aging Tracks | Chicago News
Trains on the CTA’s Blue Line Forest Park branch are now 5 to 10 minutes slower than before, thanks to nearly 80% of its track being designated as slow zones —…
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Midwifery Program Tackles Maternal Disparities | Chicago News
Kennedy-King College in Chicago just unveiled a groundbreaking associate’s degree program for licensed certified professional midwifery, co-created with the…
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The Forgotten Island in Chicago's Washington Park | Chicago News
Discover the hidden island of Bynum Island in Chicago’s Washington Park—a mysterious, fenced-off nine-acre enclave with a wild past. Once a futuristic Space…
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Sleep Shortfalls and Real Health Costs | Chicago News
New research reveals a shocking truth: most people aren’t getting the sleep they need, and the consequences are far worse than just feeling tired. Chronic…
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Cubs’ Bullpen Meltdown Costs Another Win | Chicago News
The Cubs’ playoff hopes took a hit after a heartbreaker: a five-to-four loss fueled by a bullpen meltdown despite dominant starts from new acquisitions Clay…
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NIPSCO Rate Hikes After Storm Fallout | Chicago News
NIPSCO’s latest rate hike proposal—potentially adding $88 a year to bills—is sparking outrage after a devastating derecho left hundreds of thousands without…
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Oak Lawn Teen Incident Sparks Protest | Chicago News
A 14-year-old activist in Oak Lawn sparked national attention after being forcibly removed from a public meeting — video shows what appears to be a chokehold…
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Chicago’s Lakeside Busking Revolution | Chicago News
Chicago’s lakeside busking scene is exploding, thanks to indie-soul band Hollyy—jamming by Belmont Harbor with solar-powered gear and drawing crowds who bring…
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Training Black Midwives to Save Lives | Chicago News
A bold new partnership in Chicago is poised to turn the tide on Black maternal mortality by training a new generation of Black midwives. The Black Midwifery…
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Mayor’s Budget Plan Sparks Council Clash | Chicago News
Mayor Brandon Johnson unveils a bold plan to close an $85 million budget gap without cutting city jobs, but his strategy is sparking controversy. Critics on…
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Chicago Cop Charged in Domestic Assault | Chicago News
Chicago cop Joseph Vecchio is facing felony charges after allegedly assaulting and strangling his girlfriend, who escaped by climbing down a third-story…
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Kanter Banned After Courtside Clash | Chicago News
Enes Kanter Freedom’s banned from Wintrust Arena after a fiery courtside clash with Chicago Sky’s Natasha Cloud, sparking debate over free speech, gender…
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Human Remains Found in Harvey | Chicago News
Human remains found early Tuesday in Harvey, Illinois — police say no foul play suspected but investigation is ongoing. Authorities urge anyone with info to…
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Colson Montgomery’s Mental Reset | Chicago News
Colson Montgomery’s power is undeniable—he’s still on pace for 30 homers—but his bat’s been swinging wildly since the All-Star break, striking out nearly 40%…
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Artemis Missions Delayed for Safety | Chicago News
NASA’s Artemis program just rolled out a new timeline: Artemis II, the first crewed mission, is now set for September 2024, while Artemis III—the moon…
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Woman Charged After Courthouse Attack | Chicago News
A shocking confrontation erupted outside a Lake County courthouse Monday afternoon when 32-year-old Adriana Cisneros-Velazquez allegedly rammed a motorcycle…
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Conforto’s Clutch Role with Cubs | Chicago News
Michael Conforto, a veteran outfielder with 11 seasons, brings championship DNA to the Chicago Cubs after his World Series run with the Dodgers — and he’s…
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Gausman Anchors Cubs’ Playoff Push | Chicago News
Kevin Gausman’s masterful seven-inning shutout against the Diamondbacks proves why the Cubs traded prospects for him—his postseason pedigree, including a…
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Small Roster, Big Wins at St. Francis | Chicago News
Against all odds, St. Francis in Wheaton is rewriting the playbook—winning state titles with a roster half the size of their rivals, even when their starting…
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Your Brain Needs Effort to Learn | Chicago News
New research reveals your brain actually thrives on the struggle—when you’re actively solving puzzles or mastering complex skills, neural pathways light up in…
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Gary’s Power Outage: Who’s to Blame | Chicago News
Two weeks after devastating storms left over 2,000 Gary residents in the dark, frustration mounts as crews work around the clock—but many still face 14-day…
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Chicago PD Takes Over Martinez Shooting Probe | Chicago News
A Chicago PD unit with over 500 years of combined experience is now investigating the fatal shooting of Marimar Martinez by a Border Patrol agent—potentially…
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Tech Giant Drops Game-Changing Gadget | Chicago News
Big tech’s most anticipated gadget drops next month—dubbed a game-changer with double the battery life and AI-powered cameras. After a three-year hiatus, this…
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White Sox Trade Deadline Woes | Chicago News
The White Sox made bold moves at the trade deadline, bringing in Luis Castillo, Huascar Brazobán, Brenton Doyle, and Joey Bart—all signed through 2027—to…
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Chicago's Budget Battle Escalates | Chicago News
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson unveils a bold, no-debt, no-job-loss plan to close an $85 million budget gap—just as tensions rise with the City Council, who…
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Plastic Waste in Oceans Hits 11 Million Tons | Chicago News
New research reveals a staggering eleven million metric tons of plastic waste entered our oceans last year—far worse than previously estimated. This global…
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Oak Brook Police Use Net to Stop Fleeing Van | Chicago News
Oak Brook police just pulled off a high-tech takedown using a movie-worthy “Grappler” net that snagged a fleeing van’s wheel—ending a dangerous chase without a…
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Big Tech's AI Assistant Launched | Chicago News
Big tech just dropped its most ambitious AI project yet—a hyper-personalized digital assistant designed to learn, adapt, and anticipate your every need. Built…
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United Flight Diverted to Green Bay | Chicago News
A United Airlines passenger recounts a harrowing 20-hour ordeal after their Edinburgh-to-Chicago flight was diverted to Green Bay due to weather, leaving them…
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Measles Resurfaces in Kane County | Chicago News
Measles is back in Kane County, linked to Kaneland High School — the first case since 2019. Over 97% of students are vaccinated, but the infected student…
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Power Restored After Two Weeks | Chicago News
Power’s nearly back for most northwest Indiana residents after a grueling two-week outage triggered by severe storms, with crews from out of state helping…
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Chef Voltaggio’s Bold Lobster Roll | Chicago News
Chef Bryan Voltaggio redefines the lobster roll with a bold, flavor-packed twist—soaking lobster in its own seasoned broth, then mixing it with a spicy…
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Dolly Parton’s Legacy Lives On | Chicago News
Country music icon Dolly Parton has died at 80, leaving a world in mourning. A songwriting powerhouse behind timeless hits like “Jolene” and “I Will Always…
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Supreme Court Ruling Shakes Illinois Ballot Plans | Chicago News
Illinois election officials scramble as the Supreme Court temporarily lifts a block on an executive order that could slash mail-in voting access—just as…
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Kinzie School Closes Due to Mold Concerns | Chicago News
School’s out at John H. Kinzie Elementary—temporarily—after mold concerns forced a last-minute move to Kennedy High School. Testing delayed the green light…
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Your Brain Rewards Effort in Learning | Chicago News
New research reveals that active, focused learning triggers brain chemicals that strengthen neural connections—making knowledge stick better. Whether mastering…
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Fed Holds Rates as Inflation Battle Continues | Chicago News
The Fed just paused its rate hikes for the third straight time, keeping borrowing costs steady as it watches whether past increases are cooling inflation…
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AI Writes Code Like a Pro | Chicago News
AI just took coding to the next level—OpenAI’s new Codex model can write full software apps from simple descriptions, trained on billions of lines of GitHub…
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Pheasant Run’s Future in Limbo | Chicago News
The future of The Shops at Pheasant Run hangs in the balance as developers clash with city officials over drive-thrus, car washes, and millions in public funds…
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Winfield Joins County Homicide Task Force | Chicago News
Winfield Police, with just under 15 officers, has officially joined the Lake County Homicide Task Force — a game-changing move that turns local limitations…
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Canada Fires Back with Tariffs | Chicago News
Canada’s retaliating with steep new tariffs on over 700 U.S. goods — from toilet paper to cheese — after the U.S. imposed its own duties, sparking a major…
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Measles Resurfaces in Kane County | Chicago News
Measles is back in Kane County — one unvaccinated person, now no longer contagious, may have spread the virus at Kaneland High School and a South Elgin clinic…
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Former Hospital CEO Avoids Jail | Chicago News
Former Loretto Hospital CEO George dodged serious fraud charges by agreeing to a diversion program, avoiding conviction if he stays clean and meets strict…
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Mail Ballots Amid Legal Turmoil | Chicago News
Cook County and Illinois election officials are powering ahead with early and mail-in voting preparations, undeterred by ongoing legal battles over ballot…
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Chicago Sky's Draft Pick Mess | Chicago News
Chicago Sky’s 2027 draft fate just got wild after missing the playoffs while Washington made it—forcing a pick swap that could see them hand over a top-three…
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Measles Resurfaces in Kane County | Chicago News
Kane County confirms its first measles case since 2019 — a vaccinated person who’s now no longer contagious — as health officials scramble to track exposure at…
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Kanter Banned After Game Incident | Chicago News
The Chicago Sky have banned Enes Kanter Freedom from all future games after he was ejected for escalating trash talk with a player, sparking a security…
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Earth's Core Cooling Faster Than Thought | Chicago News
Earth’s core might be cooling faster than we thought, thanks to newly discovered heat transfer through silicate perovskite—potentially solidifying earlier and…
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NIPSCO Rate Hikes After Storm | Chicago News
NIPSCO’s proposed $7.33 monthly rate hikes—triggered by a devastating August derecho—have sparked outrage, as customers already pay some of the highest…
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Teen Charged After Gas Station Shooting | Chicago News
A 19-year-old, Kelijah Hutchinson, faces attempted murder charges after allegedly shooting at a gas station attendant in Gary — who was behind bulletproof…
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Brown Sugar Bakery Hit Twice | Chicago News
Brown Sugar Bakery on Chicago’s South Side is hit again—this time, a smash-and-grab crew shattered the front window and snatched a cash register in the early…
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Gary’s Storm Recovery and Accountability | Chicago News
When a brutal storm hit Gary, Indiana, the community rallied—not just with hearts, but with action. NBA star Tyrese Halliburton and food critic Keith Lee each…
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Geneva’s Phaetons & Audi Roots | Chicago News
The Geneva Concours d’Elegance rolled into town this past Sunday, dazzling crowds with nearly 400 vintage and classic cars—including phaetons, race cars…
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Porter County Storm Recovery Update | Chicago News
A major storm slammed Porter County on August 11, knocking out power for 300,000+ residents and triggering a disaster declaration—now halfway through recovery…
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Hospital Shutdown Stalemate | Chicago News
West Suburban Medical Center has been shuttered for five months, with owner Manoj Prasad failing to reopen as promised—instead allegedly shipping out…
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Measles Alert in Kane County | Chicago News
Measles alert in Kane County, Illinois — one unvaccinated person sparked a potential outbreak after exposing others at Kaneland High School on August 18 and…
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Wetlands at Risk in Hobart | Chicago News
Indiana’s DEQ finally held a public hearing on a controversial warehouse development near Hobart that could destroy over five acres of wetlands and stream…
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Supreme Court Lets Voting Rule Stand | Chicago News
The Supreme Court has paused a legal challenge to a new federal plan that could severely disrupt mail-in voting—just weeks before Illinois begins mailing…
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Elk Grove Village Wins $800K Lotto | Chicago News
Someone in Elk Grove Village just won $800,000 on a Lucky Day Lotto ticket bought at a 7-Eleven—matching all five numbers drawn Monday—and the store gets an…