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Pedestrian fatally struck by car while trying to cross I-90 on Northwest Side: Illinois State Police

Pedestrian fatally struck by car while trying to cross I-90 on Northwest Side: Illinois State Police - NewsBreak A pedestrian was hit and killed by a car on Sunday morning while trying to cross Interstate 90 on Chicago's Northwest Side, Illinois State Police said.

Chicago man robbed 2 people in River North, got busted upon returning to his hideout

Chicago man robbed 2 people in River North, got busted upon returning to his hideout - NewsBreak CHICAGO — A South Side man robbed two people in River North yesterday and got arrested by Chicago police when he returned to his hideout after...

Senior Dog Who Was Found Guarding The Body of His Owner Finds Forever Home

Senior Dog Who Was Found Guarding The Body of His Owner Finds Forever Home - NewsBreak As soon as Karen and Rory Quinn came across Ajax's story, they rushed to the animal shelter before it even opened so they could meet the...

Gusty winds leading to widespread blowing snow, hazardous road conditions

Gusty winds leading to widespread blowing snow, hazardous road conditions - NewsBreak LAKE FOREST, Ill. — If you haven’t stepped outside yet Sunday, you’re in for a shock to the system. The Chicago area has been gripped by downright dangerously cold air, resulting in below-zero temperatures and frigid windchill values not seen in these parts certainly this winter and for some t...

Pritzker urges Abbott to stop busing migrants to Chicago due to storm: 'I plead with you for mercy'

Pritzker urges Abbott to stop busing migrants to Chicago due to storm: 'I plead with you for mercy' - NewsBreak Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker is urging Texas Gov. Greg Abbott to stop busing migrants to his state, specifically Chicago, as aggressive winter storms are...

Man dies of cold exposure in Schiller Park

Man dies of cold exposure in Schiller Park - NewsBreak A man died of cold exposure Thursday in northwest suburban Schiller Park, the year’s first cold-related death as the area endures a winter storm ahead of...

Chicago to see coldest weather in 5 years. Here's how to stay safe with wind chills of -30

Chicago to see coldest weather in 5 years. Here's how to stay safe with wind chills of -30 - NewsBreak It's no secret that Chicagoans are used to the cold. But the brutal temperatures headed our way are something we haven't seen for a while --...

Caleb Williams Allegedly Wants Assurances Bears Will be Trading First Overall Pick Before Declaring for the Draft

Caleb Williams Allegedly Wants Assurances Bears Will be Trading First Overall Pick Before Declaring for the Draft - NewsBreak The delay in USC quarterback Caleb Williams declaring for the NFL Draft is generating attention and speculation, especially considering his status as a top draft-eligible quarterback....

Jerry Reindsdorf takes a subtle shot at Michael Jordan during the Bulls' Ring of Honor celebration: "The only way the night could be better would be if Jerry Krause were there"

Jerry Reindsdorf takes a subtle shot at Michael Jordan during the Bulls' Ring of Honor celebration: "The only way the night could be better would be if Jerry Krause were there" - NewsBreak Controversy ensues during the Chicago Bulls' Ring of Honor celebration as team owner Jerry Reinsdorf subtly emphasizes Jerry Krause's absence over Michael Jordan's.

The Absolute 'Best County To Live' In Illinois

The Absolute 'Best County To Live' In Illinois - NewsBreak Stacker listed the best place to live in each state!

Police need help identifying ‘confused’ boy found at downtown Chicago train station

Police need help identifying ‘confused’ boy found at downtown Chicago train station - NewsBreak Chicago police are trying to identify a boy who was found confused and unable to provide his own identity in the Loop. The child was located...

Chicago winter storm: Hundreds of flights canceled, delayed at O'Hare, Midway airports

Chicago winter storm: Hundreds of flights canceled, delayed at O'Hare, Midway airports - NewsBreak Air travel was impacted Friday morning as a winter storm moved into the Chicago area.

Double Door's $7.5M Building Permit Finally Issued

Double Door's $7.5M Building Permit Finally Issued - NewsBreak After sharing on their page last month that "it happens when it happens" regarding the city issuing their building permit, the Double Door's wish...

Daughter Says Her Mom Strangled Pregnant Teen, Cut Unborn Baby From Womb, Then Hid Body in Trash: Court Doc

Daughter Says Her Mom Strangled Pregnant Teen, Cut Unborn Baby From Womb, Then Hid Body in Trash: Court Doc - NewsBreak Clarisa Figueroa is accused of masterminding the plot to murder a pregnant teenager and steal her unborn child. She enlisted her daughter to help, according to prosecutors, and now her daughter will testify against her in court.

Michael Jordan Sends Emotional Message To Chicago Bulls' Ring Of Honor: "We Are Always Going To Be Champions"

Michael Jordan Sends Emotional Message To Chicago Bulls' Ring Of Honor: "We Are Always Going To Be Champions" - NewsBreak Michael Jordan couldn't attend the Chicago Bulls' Ring of Honor ceremony but sent an emotional message.

Snow coverage across Chicagoland area

Snow coverage across Chicagoland area - NewsBreak CHICAGO — Snow has made its way down hard with powerful winds in Chicago and across the suburbs. As people make their way to work, there is poor visibility, sidewalks and streets are fully covered with snow. Eight inches of snow is expected to accumulate in the Chicagoland area. Salt trucks have b...

Judge removes top resentencing prosecutor from murder case over conflict of interest: ‘Ms. Foxx basically set you up for failure’

Judge removes top resentencing prosecutor from murder case over conflict of interest: ‘Ms. Foxx basically set you up for failure’ - NewsBreak CHICAGO — Dante Brown waited more than ten years for a judge to reconsider the life-without-parole sentence he received for a double murder in Chicago in...

Patrick Haley Mansion in Joliet damaged in large fire

Patrick Haley Mansion in Joliet damaged in large fire - NewsBreak Firefighters have extinguished a fire that broke out at The Haley Mansion in Joliet Wednesday afternoon.

'My day came': Homeless man sleeping at O'Hare moves into Humboldt Park home thanks to donations

'My day came': Homeless man sleeping at O'Hare moves into Humboldt Park home thanks to donations - NewsBreak ABC7 first shared Norbert Pikula's story a few weeks ago, and now, thanks to support from the community, the 77-year-old now has a place of his own.

Chicago crime: Body of 96-year-old woman found in freezer on Northwest Side, authorities say

Chicago crime: Body of 96-year-old woman found in freezer on Northwest Side, authorities say - NewsBreak The body of a 96-year-old woman was found in a freezer on the Northwest Side, authorities said.

Driver dies after being pulled from car in icy pond in Aurora

Driver dies after being pulled from car in icy pond in Aurora - NewsBreak CHICGAO (CBS)-- One person is dead after a car flipped over in an icy pond overnight. According to the Aurora Police Department, five officers went into the water to rescue the driver and recover the car on South Eola Road after midnight. The driver was recovered from the water and taken to a local....

Lions go a little shy of all-in to land Justin Fields from Bears in trade proposal

Lions go a little shy of all-in to land Justin Fields from Bears in trade proposal - NewsBreak The Chicago Bears may not actually trade Justin Fields, but a recent trade proposal has the Detroit Lions not having to go all-in to get him....

Driver rescued after crash on Dusable Lake Shore Drive

Driver rescued after crash on Dusable Lake Shore Drive - NewsBreak CHICAGO (CBS) – A person is in the hospital following a crash on DuSable Lake Shore Drive early Wednesday morning. The car was seen flipped in between trees. Authorities tell us the driver was headed south on DuSable Lake Shore Drive but ended up way off the road – leaving the person pinned insi...

Bears trade back with Raiders to acquire impressive haul in new mock draft

Bears trade back with Raiders to acquire impressive haul in new mock draft - NewsBreak The Bears are sitting pretty atop the 2023 NFL draft, where they’re not looking to select a quarterback. That gives them plenty of leverage, especially as there are a number of teams desperate to find their franchise quarterback. GM Ryan Poles should have no shortage of suitors for that...

Illinois Woman Accused Of Stealing $1.5 Million Worth Of Chicken Wings

Illinois Woman Accused Of Stealing $1.5 Million Worth Of Chicken Wings - NewsBreak She must have been very hungry because 1.5 million dollars worth of chicken is a lot!. A school district near Chicago has been charged in the...

CPD warns of nearly a dozen more thefts of Hyundai, Kia cars on West Side

CPD warns of nearly a dozen more thefts of Hyundai, Kia cars on West Side - NewsBreak Chicago police said the incidents took place over the last few days.

Body Pulled From Lake Michigan Near Chicago's Museum Campus, Police Say

Body Pulled From Lake Michigan Near Chicago's Museum Campus, Police Say - NewsBreak Chicago police say they have recovered a body from Lake Michigan near the Museum Campus Sunday morning. According to...

Groundhog's Day is Around the Corner. What Happens If the Groundhog Sees its Shadow?

Groundhog's Day is Around the Corner. What Happens If the Groundhog Sees its Shadow? - NewsBreak A beloved winter holiday is coming up -- and while much of the day's attention will be on a certain rodent from Pennsylvania, a local groundhog...

2 members of clean-up crew charged with stealing $19K from unit after deadly Kenwood high-rise fire

2 members of clean-up crew charged with stealing $19K from unit after deadly Kenwood high-rise fire - NewsBreak The two allegedly stole $19,000 and jewelry from a unit, which had a surveillance camera inside.

You can name a cockroach after your ex, adopt penguins at Brookfield Zoo for Valentine's Day

You can name a cockroach after your ex, adopt penguins at Brookfield Zoo for Valentine's Day - NewsBreak You still have time to adopt penguins at Brookfield Zoo for Valentine's Day.