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Illinois fall to UConn in first Final Four appearance in 21 years
9+ hour, 43+ min ago (51+ words) There was a range of emotions in the Illini locker room after falling short of their championship goal in their loss to the Huskies on Saturday night. Illinois fall to UConn in first Final Four appearance in 21 years Illinois fall…...
Transgender Day of Visibility rally held at Federal Plaza
10+ hour, 25+ min ago (47+ words) A coalition of trans-led organizations want to call attention to issues facing their community, including access to gender-affirming care and accurate legal documentation, such as driver's licenses. Transgender Day of Visibility rally held at Federal Plaza Transgender Day of Visibility…...
Willie Wilson holds gas giveaway in Chicago, NW Indiana
10+ hour, 25+ min ago (36+ words) Drivers lined up for $35 of free gas at 31 different gas stations around Chicago and northwest Indiana. Willie Wilson holds gas giveaway in Chicago, NW Indiana Willie Wilson holds gas giveaway in Chicago, NW Indiana...
Horse rescued from flood waters in Marengo, Illinois
10+ hour, 25+ min ago (29+ words) Rescue crews, along with a veterinarian, rescued the horse, which was suffering hypothermia. Horse rescued from flood waters in Marengo, Illinois Horse rescued from flood waters in Marengo, Illinois...
FECK Awards held at Ritz Carlton in Chicago
10+ hour, 25+ min ago (44+ words) The event was hosted by Chicago businesswoman, Chaz Ebert, honored four people for the impact they made in their communities. FECK stands for Forgiveness, Empathy, Compassion, and Kindness. FECK Awards held at Ritz Carlton in Chicago FECK Awards held at…...
Sunshine for Easter Sunday in Chicago
10+ hour, 43+ min ago (22+ words) Meteorologist Laura Bannon is tracking sunshine after a cloudy start, with highs in the lower 50s. Sunshine for Easter Sunday in Chicago...
Johnson declares April 4 Muddy Waters Day in Chicago
10+ hour, 43+ min ago (30+ words) The blues legend died 40 years ago, but his legacy lives on through his family, community, and, of course, his music. Johnson declares April 4 Muddy Waters Day in Chicago...
Senior Iranian military official rejected Trump’s ultimatum to reopen Strait of Hormuz
10+ hour, 43+ min ago (46+ words) This comes as American forces search for a missing crew member after Iran shot down a fighter jet on Friday. Senior Iranian military official rejected Trump's ultimatum to reopen Strait of Hormuz Senior Iranian military official rejected Trump's ultimatum to…...
Fire crews monitor for hotspots after warehouse fire in Maywood
11+ hour, 12+ min ago (37+ words) Maywood Fire Chief Craig Bronaugh said no one was inside at the time of the fire, but firefighters faced high winds and hazardous materials inside the structure. Fire crews monitor for hotspots after warehouse fire in Maywood...
Illini fans react to heartbreaking loss to UConn in Final Four game
11+ hour, 20+ min ago (198+ words) April 4, 2026 / 10:26 PM CDT / CBS Chicago It comes as no surprise that the result was devastating for Illini fans, especially fans who made the trip to Indianapolis." Despite the Illini's takeover there, the support from the fans just wasn't enough to…...