Illinois officials say that Airbnb's ban on lodging listings in the disputed West Bank violates state law.
Bears Clinch NFC North with 24-17 Victory over Packers
The Bears (10-4) secured their first playoff appearance since the 2010 team won the NFC North. And even better for them, they did it with a rare victory over their heated rivals.
United CEO: No More Pilot Training Needed on New Boeing Jet
Dec 13, 2018 |
The CEO of United Airlines says his pilots don't need any additional training on the new Boeing jet that is at the center of the investigation into a deadly crash in Indonesia.
Spotlight Politics: Challenges and Shenanigans in the Mayor’s Race
Dec 12, 2018 |
The race for Chicago mayor is intensifying and the feuding among candidates has begun. We take a deep dive into the 2019 municipal election and other top political headlines in our weekly roundtable.
Chicago’s Historic Newberry Library Unveils New Look, Exhibition
Dec 12, 2018 |
As one of Chicago’s oldest and most prestigious institutions unveils a new look, it also looks back at an event that transformed the city.
Chinese Spacecraft Enters Lunar Orbit Ahead of Planned Moon Landing
Dec 12, 2018 |
A Chinese spacecraft enters the moon’s orbit and prepares to be the first to land on its far side. Rabiah Mayas joins us with stories making headlines in the world of science.
What Route Will Illinois Take on Infrastructure Funding?
Dec 12, 2018 |
In a little more than a month, Illinois will have a new governor. J.B. Pritzker’s plans for his administration – including infrastructure funding – are beginning to take shape.
Pension Plan: How Mayor Emanuel Hopes to Confront Pension Obligations
Dec 12, 2018 |
Mayor Rahm Emanuel makes a major announcement on addressing the city’s pension crisis. What the plan calls for – and what it means moving forward.
Ask Geoffrey: What Became of Artist Behind These 1970s Murals?
Dec 12, 2018 |
A viewer remembers helping an artist paint vivid rainbow stripes on the walls of Lower Wacker Drive as a teenager, but she can’t recall the artist’s name.
EPA Finds High Levels of Manganese at Another Southeast Side Facility
Dec 12, 2018 |
As regulators continue to monitor manganese emissions at S.H. Bell Co., new air monitoring data shows alarming levels of the brain-damaging heavy metal near another industrial facility in the area.
10 Things to Do This Weekend: Dec. 13-16
Dec 12, 2018 |
Circus acts, break dancing mice, brightly lit trees and Christmas carols usher in the weekend. Here are 10 things to do in and around Chicago.
Uptown Medical Clinic Owner Illegally Sold Hundreds of Thousands of Opioid Pills
Dec 12, 2018 |
In just over a year, Mohammed Shariff says he illegally dispensed more than two kilograms of oxycodone and hundreds of thousands of other opioid pills to patients who planned to resell them.
Illinois Resident Among 5 Dead in Warplanes Crash Off Japan
Dec 12, 2018 |
The U.S. military has identified five Marines who were declared dead after their refueling plane collided with a fighter jet last week off Japan's southern coast.
Cubs’ Maddon Studying ‘Managing Millennials for Dummies’
Dec 12, 2018 |
Joe Maddon will be managing by the book next year, and the book is “Managing Millennials for Dummies.” Maddon has spent more than four decades as a baseball manager, coach and scout. He hopes to remain as Cubs manager beyond 2019.
Public Transit Outlook: Leaders Talk Infrastructure, Funding Needs
Dec 11, 2018 |
Mayor Rahm Emanuel wants a hike in the state gas tax to fund transportation infrastructure. The area’s transit heads give us their reaction and an update on the status of the region’s public transportation.
Year-End Tax Tips as Trump Tax Code Changes Take Effect
Dec 11, 2018 |
As the end of the year approaches, it’s time to get your tax affairs in order. Two local tax experts offer their advice.
National Safety Council Leader Deborah Hersman Heading to Waymo
Dec 11, 2018 |
For the last four years, Deborah Hersman has led the National Safety Council. Next month, she’ll join Google’s self-driving technology development company, Waymo. Why she’s making the move.
