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Activists to Protest Outside Chicago’s Trump Tower on Inauguration Day

The People’s March for Justice is part of a national coalition fighting against the goals of the incoming administration.

Illinois Black Hemp Association Says Industry ‘Under Attack’ by Pritzker Amid Push for Stricter Regulation

Many in the hemp industry said not everyone in the hemp space uses deceitful and dangerous practices, and that Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s approach will kill their responsible businesses along with the bad actors.

Local Live Music Recommendations for Jan. 15-Jan. 21

Each Wednesday, WTTW News producer Josh Terry presents must-see live music shows from indie rock to jazz, country, hip-hop and more.

Chicago’s International Puppet Theater Festival Returns. Here Are 5 of Our Picks

Chicago’s been invaded by puppet people, and resistance is futile. If you wish to experience theatrical wonder — and who doesn’t? — surrender to these inventive invaders.

Venus and Saturn Cozy Up to Each Other for Planetary Conjunction This Weekend

On the evenings of Jan. 17 and 18, the planets will appear virtually side by side, in what's called a “planetary conjunction.”

David Lynch, Visionary Filmmaker Behind ‘Twin Peaks’ and ‘Mulholland Drive,’ Dies at 78

David Lynch was celebrated for his uniquely dark vision in such movies as “Blue Velvet” and “Mulholland Drive” and the TV series “Twin Peaks.”

Michael Madigan Defense Rests its Case as Landmark Corruption Trial Winds Toward an End

Michael Madigan’s defense team officially rested Thursday morning, nearly three months after opening statements and testimony began in the landmark case.

Surprise Finding Sheds Light on What Causes Huntington’s Disease, a Devastating Fatal Brain Disorder

The genetic mutation linked to Huntington’s has long been known, but scientists haven’t understood how people could have the mutation from birth, but not develop any problems until later in life.

Democrats’ Crisis of the Future: Illinois, California and New York are Shrinking

WASHINGTON (AP) — Texas and Florida are growing rapidly. California, Illinois and New York are shrinking.

‘Mr. Baseball’ Bob Uecker, Milwaukee Brewers Announcer, Dies at 90

Born and raised in Milwaukee, Bob Uecker was a beloved member of the baseball community and a pillar of the sport in Wisconsin.

Bird Flu Kills Harbor Seal and Flamingo at Lincoln Park Zoo, Officials Announce

A Chilean flamingo died Jan. 8 and a harbor seal died Jan. 9, with testing confirming highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) as the cause, Lincoln Park Zoo officials said.

Chicago Tonight: Black Voices, Jan. 15, 2025 - Full Show

City Council votes on an effort to weaken protections for undocumented immigrants. Why Black Illinoisans are experiencing homelessness at a high rate. And a push to wipe medical debt from credit reports.

Black Illinois Residents Are Experiencing Homelessness at Higher Rates: Report

The report from the University of Illinois Chicago showed a number of structural issues contributing to this disparity — a lack of affordable housing and sufficient income chief among them.

New Federal Rule Bans Medical Debt From Credit Reports. Some Industry Groups Are Suing

While advocates argue the change will provide great financial relief to millions struggling with high health care costs, critics contend it could harm financial systems and incentivize delinquency.

Chicago City Council Votes 39-11 to Reject Push to Scale Back Protections for Undocumented Immigrants

After days of increasing alarm among advocates for immigrant rights, the showdown over whether to amend Chicago’s Welcoming City ordinance, was anti-climactic.