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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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Reds Rally Past Cubs in Thriller | Chicago News
The Reds pulled off a wild 10-8 comeback win over the Cubs, erasing a three-run deficit with a five-run sixth inning fueled by Tyler Stephenson’s three-run…
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Trapped in a Greasy Vent | Chicago News
A guy thought he was slick hiding in a kitchen vent during a brunch heist in Waukegan, but got himself stuck, covered in grease, and needed rescue—turns out he…
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Township Clerk’s Kiss Sparks Campaign Fire | Chicago News
A scandal erupts in Lyons Township as campaign footage surfaces showing a kiss between township clerk Elyse Hoffenberg and Bridgeview Mayor Steve Landek — now…
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Chicago Sky at Crossroads | Chicago News
The Chicago Sky stand at a pivotal moment, with owner Michael Alter pushing for accountability after another playoff-less season. The real question is whether…
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Dolly Parton’s Enduring Legacy | Chicago News
Dolly Parton, country music legend and cultural icon, has passed away at 80, leaving behind a legacy that shaped music, business, and philanthropy. From her…
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Woodlawn Central: A Black Community Hub | Chicago News
Woodlawn Central is Chicago’s most ambitious Black-centered development yet — a $580M South Side hub blending housing, hotels, retail, and parks to revitalize…
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Shooting Outside Chicago Home | Chicago News
A shocking home invasion turned deadly early Friday in Chicago’s Roseland neighborhood: a 67-year-old woman was shot in the leg outside her own house after her…
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Reopening Chicago’s Historic Museum Entrance | Chicago News
Chicago’s iconic Museum of Science and Industry is reviving its historic south entrance — once the grand gateway for World’s Fair visitors — with a $22 million…
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The Tan Suit That Started a Movement | Chicago News
Remember that wild tan suit moment from 2014? The Obama Foundation’s “Tan Suit Day” brought people together to celebrate the iconic look—and the bold statement…
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Burlington Man Charged in 2010 Infant Homicide | Chicago News
A Burlington man, Spiros Elias, 44, faces first-degree murder charges for the 2010 death of an 11-month-old boy, Michael Ortiz, whose fatal injuries were ruled…
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Tragic Shot at McDonald's Drive-Thru | Chicago News
A 21-year-old man, Tedric Guy, faces an 18-year sentence for a devastating drive-thru shooting in Gary that killed 42-year-old Kia Tidwell—fired accidentally…
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Brains Predict Music Like a Pro | Chicago News
Your brain doesn’t just hear music—it predicts it. New research reveals how our minds anticipate melodies in real time, turning passive listening into an…
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Chicago Schools Simplify Enrollment for Housing-Insecure Students | Chicago News
Chicago Public Schools just rolled out a major update to help students facing housing instability—making enrollment faster, support more personal, and stigma…
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InnovateCorp’s Smart Hub Sparks Debate | Chicago News
InnovateCorp drops a $200 smart home hub touting AI that learns your habits and controls 5,000+ devices—promising seamless automation but sparking privacy…
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Trump Admin Challenges Mail Ballot Rules | Chicago News
The Trump administration is pushing forward with controversial mail-in voting rules just as states prep to send ballots ahead of the midterms, sparking a legal…
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Decomposing Bodies Shut Down Funeral Homes | Chicago News
Illinois has shut down two funeral businesses run by the Morgans after 56 decomposing bodies were found — sparking outrage and calling their operations a…
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BTS Returns to Chicago in Historic Show | Chicago News
BTS electrified Chicago’s Soldier Field on August 27, 2026, with their first major comeback show since 2019—officially declared “BTS Day” by the governor…
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Chicago State Football Starts From Scratch | Chicago News
Chicago State University’s brand-new football team is playing their home opener on a baseball diamond—no stadium, no practice field, just grit and…
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Oak Park Schools Upgrade Tech for Creative Futures | Chicago News
Oak Park and River Forest High School is upgrading its tech arsenal with a $142,000 investment in cutting-edge equipment—27 Lenovo desktops for gaming and…
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Rivian CFO Exit Sparks Investor Concern | Chicago News
Rivian’s stock took a hit after surprise CFO Claire McDonough stepped down—just as the EV maker battles production hurdles and seeks to prove its long-term…
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King High’s Comeback Season | Chicago News
King High’s football team is rewriting the script with a jaw-dropping comeback win over St. Laurence, rallying from 14-3 to clinch a 15-14 victory—a statement…
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Gut Bacteria May Link to Parkinson's | Chicago News
New research links specific gut bacteria to Parkinson’s disease, revealing striking differences in microbial composition between patients and healthy…
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911 Lines Dead for 30 Minutes | Chicago News
A life-threatening emergency at a Northwest Indiana food bank exposed a horrifying 30-minute 911 outage, leaving callers stranded and forcing staff to call…
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Chicago Police Seek Help in Child Abuse Case | Chicago News
Chicago police are urgently seeking a man suspected of sexually assaulting a 10-year-old girl in Humboldt Park — described as a 55- to 60-year-old with short…
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Prosecutors Share Secrets With ICE | Chicago News
New documents expose a troubling pattern: Illinois county prosecutors are secretly collaborating with federal immigration agents, sharing sensitive details…
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Two New Wallabies Arrive at Phillips Park Zoo | Chicago News
Two adorable new wallabies, Wally and Bindi, have arrived at Phillips Park Zoo in Aurora—making them the first marsupials ever to call the zoo home. These…
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Cold Case Baby Murder Finally Solved | Chicago News
A cold case from 2010 just got a shocking twist: an eleven-month-old boy, Michael Ortiz, died from child abuse, and after years of silence, new forensic…
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Johnson Blocks Bears Move to Arlington | Chicago News
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is locking down the Bears’ future in the city, pushing his own domed stadium plan south of Soldier Field with enhanced transit to…
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Murakami’s Power Puts Sox on the Rise | Chicago News
The Chicago White Sox are surging with a clear plan, fueled by smart trades and breakout young talent—none more impactful than Munetaka Murakami, the…
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News Is Now on Social Feeds | Chicago News
A new study reveals that over half of adults now get their news from social media — a massive shift from traditional outlets like TV and newspapers. Driven by…
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Meta Pays to Fix Social Media Harm | Chicago News
Meta’s facing a $18 billion settlement to address social media’s toll on youth mental health, with Illinois leading the charge to use funds for suicide…
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Body Found Near Evanston Beach | Chicago News
A body was found washed up on Lee Street Beach in Evanston Friday morning, sparking an ongoing investigation. The adult white male, still unidentified, was…
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Tax Evasion Through Sham Businesses | Chicago News
Robert Dominic, linked to the Chicago Outfit, got two years probation for tax evasion — not jail — after using fake shell companies to hide $1.4 million from…
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Lake Station Rises After Devastating Derecho | Chicago News
Lake Station is rallying back from a devastating derecho that left thousands without power for nearly two weeks, triggered five major gas leaks, and crippled…
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Tony Romo Faces New DUI Charges | Chicago News
Tony Romo’s NFL broadcasting career is in jeopardy after new charges surface following his July arrest for suspected drunk driving — now including open…
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Chihuahua Found 12 Years Later | Chicago News
A chihuahua named Flor vanished from Evanston nearly 12 years ago—long after her owner Vanessa Antonino and her four kids were born. After a storm sent her…
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Soul Vibez Reopens After Third Break-In | Chicago News
Soul Vibez, a Chicago Avenue restaurant, suffered its third devastating break-in—this time with a suspect smashing through the door and hurling fire…
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Milo Yiannopoulos Held by ICE | Chicago News
Milo Yiannopoulos, the British commentator, is reportedly in ICE custody after showing up in New Orleans—possibly en route to a Kanye West concert—sparking…
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Tim Curry Legacy Lives On in Rocky Horror Tribute | Chicago News
Tim Curry, the unforgettable Dr. Frank-N-Furter from “The Rocky Horror Picture Show,” has died at 80, leaving behind a legacy of bold performances that…
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Rabies Bat Found in Kane County | Chicago News
A rabid bat found in Kane County, Illinois, marks the first case there in two years—and it’s part of a growing statewide trend with 53 confirmed rabid bats…
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The Tan Suit That Stole the Spotlight | Chicago News
The Obama Presidential Center is turning heads with “Tan Suit Day” — a playful nod to the infamous tan suit Barack Obama wore during a 2014 ISIS briefing that…
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Spirit Elephant Restaurant Collapse | Chicago News
A restaurant in Winnetka, Illinois, faced a dramatic Friday when part of its facade collapsed onto the sidewalk—thankfully with no injuries. The village is…
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Caleb Williams vs Russell Wilson | Chicago News
Caleb Williams is lighting up the NFL with rookie fire, drawing wild comparisons to Russell Wilson—both quarterbacks are built for clutch moments, stats mirror…
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Former CFO Returns to Face Fraud Charges | Chicago News
Michael Madigan, former CFO of Loretto Hospital, is back in Chicago facing serious fraud charges tied to alleged financial misconduct that could have harmed…
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Cold Case Breakthrough in Infant Murder | Chicago News
After 15 years, Aurora police have charged 44-year-old Spiros Elias with first-degree murder in the 2010 death of 11-month-old Michael Ortiz. The case went…
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Junior Aces ACT with Perfect Score | Chicago News
A junior at Rosary College Prep just shattered records with a perfect 36 on the ACT — the first in her school since 2009. Balancing academics, ministry…
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Operation Midway Blitz Exposed | Chicago News
Federal agents’ high-profile “Operation Midway Blitz” in Chicago aimed to target the most dangerous undocumented immigrants—but data reveals it was…
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Flock License Plate System Under Fire | Chicago News
A Porter County, Indiana sheriff exposed an officer who abused Flock license plate readers by running a civilian’s plate for non-official reasons — leading to…
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Cold Case Breakthrough After 15 Years | Chicago News
After 14 years of silence, justice may finally be served for 11-month-old Michael Ortiz, whose death was ruled homicide in 2010 but remained unsolved. In…
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Cicero Police Seek Murder Suspect | Chicago News
Cicero police have issued an arrest warrant for 35-year-old Jonathan Carvillo-Varella, charging him with first-degree murder in the August 2025 death of…
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Robbery Turned Chase on West Wacker | Chicago News
Robbery Turned Chase on West Wacker | Chicago News
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Brain’s Two Modes of Learning | Chicago News
New brain research reveals two distinct learning modes—memorization vs. concept understanding—challenging old one-size-fits-all education models and paving the…
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Chicago Funds Local Food Access | Chicago News
Chicago’s rolling out $450K in Neighborhood Market Grants to fight food deserts—small biz owners and farmers markets in disinvested neighborhoods can snag up…
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Hawthorne Race Track Evacuation | Chicago News
Hawthorne Race Course’s shutdown leaves over 150 adults and 40 kids homeless as they race against time to find new housing before August 31st — the deadline…
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Hawthorne Race Track Evacuation | Chicago News
Hawthorne Race Course’s shutdown leaves over 150 adults and 40 kids homeless as they race against time to find new housing before August 31st — the deadline…
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Man Accused of Brutal Raccoon Abuse | Chicago News
A 54-year-old convicted felon from Auburn Gresham is facing six misdemeanor animal cruelty charges after authorities uncovered Facebook videos of him torturing…
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FEMA Disaster Aid Coming to Your Town | Chicago News
If your home got storm damage in Gary, Hobart, Crown Point, or Munster and insurance isn’t covering it—or you don’t have insurance at all—FEMA is setting up…
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Cubs Eye Win vs Reds at Wrigley | Chicago News
Cubs look to snap a skid at home against the Reds, who’ve been struggling all season. With a 6-1 record over Cincinnati this year and a shaky Rhett Lowder on…
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Chicago Apartment Sale Hits $166M | Chicago News
A $166 million apartment building in Chicago’s South Loop just sold — the second biggest deal of the year — signaling strong investor confidence in the city’s…
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AI Just Got Smarter at Being Accurate | Chicago News
AI just got a major upgrade: researchers have cracked the code to make large language models fact-check themselves before delivering answers. No more…