In some ways the contest between Toni Preckwinkle and Lori Lightfoot reflects a movement happening nationally in the Democratic Party as typically younger, fresh faces with less political experience challenge the more established “old guard.”
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Woman Details Alleged 2003 Abuse by R. Kelly in TV Interview
One of the four women whom R. Kelly is charged with sexually abusing publicly leveled her accusations against the R&B singer in a televised interview that aired Thursday.
Illinois Man Indicted on State Charges in Deputy’s Killing
An Illinois man facing federal murder charges in the killing of a sheriff’s deputy now faces state charges, as well. A grand jury indicted Floyd Brown on 75 counts, including 60 counts of first-degree murder.
Team Led by Jeanne Gang Chosen to Design New O’Hare Global Terminal
A team of architects led by Jeanne Gang has been chosen to design a $2.2 billion global terminal at Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport, officials announced Wednesday.
Trump Calls on FBI, DOJ to Review Jussie Smollett Case
President Donald Trump is calling on the FBI and Department of Justice to review the case of “Empire” actor Jussie Smollett in Chicago.
Audit: Slow Legionnaires’ Response at Illinois Veterans Home
A state audit contradicted former Gov. Bruce Rauner’s claim that his administration had done everything federal experts recommended to remedy a deadly 2015 Legionnaires’ disease crisis.
Honoring Rivalries: Bears-Packers to Open 2019 NFL Schedule
As part of the celebration of its 100th season, the NFL will break from tradition and feature the Bears vs. the Packers in its season opener Sept. 5.
2 Charged in Fatal Shooting of Off-Duty Chicago Police Officer
Two men are charged with first-degree murder in the weekend slaying of an off-duty Chicago police officer who was repeatedly shot while sitting in a parked car.
No Decision on R. Kelly’s Dubai Travel Request
An overseas trip by R. Kelly is in limbo after his criminal attorney asked for more time to provide details to the court about concerts the singer wants to perform next month in Dubai.
R. Kelly Defense Emerges, Including Saying Accusers are Lying
Court filings and comments by R.Kelly’s lead attorney after the R&B star was charged in February provide clues about an emerging legal strategy.
MillerCoors Sues Anheuser-Busch Over Corn Syrup Ads
A fight between beer giants escalated Thursday after MillerCoors filed a lawsuit against Anheuser-Busch that accused its rival of trying to “frighten” consumers into switching to Bud Light with “misleading” Super Bowl ads.
Illinois State Police Face 2nd Lawsuit Over Aurora Warehouse Shooting
The lawsuit was filed Wednesday by the family of Vincent Juarez, who was a forklift operator at Henry Pratt Co. in Aurora and was killed in the Feb. 15 attack.
Ald. Willie Cochran Pleads Guilty in Federal Corruption Case
Ald. Willie Cochran entered his plea Thursday to one felony count of wire fraud for spending campaign funds on personal purchases, including gambling and his daughter's college tuition.
$8.7 Billion O’Hare Airport Expansion Underway
Mayor Rahm Emanuel on Wednesday joined airline executives at a groundbreaking ceremony for the first phase of his plan to remake O’Hare International Airport.
Attorneys: Church List of Accused Illinois Clergy Incomplete
Advocates for clergy abuse victims released the names Wednesday of 395 priests and lay people in Illinois they say have been publicly accused of sexually abusing children.
Illinois Man Pleads Not Guilty in Deputy’s Fatal Shooting
Floyd E. Brown pleaded not guilty Wednesday to federal charges accusing him of fatally shooting 35-year-old McHenry County Sheriff’s Deputy Jacob Keltner.
Chicago Police Union Wants Federal Probe in Smollett Case
The Chicago police union’s president alleges that the county’s top prosecutor interfered with the investigation of “Empire” actor Jussie Smollett before recusing herself.
AP Source: Justice Department Probing Development of Boeing Jets
U.S. prosecutors are looking into the development of Boeing’s 737 Max jets, a person briefed on the matter revealed Monday.
Are Eggs Good or Bad For You? New Research Rekindles Debate
The latest U.S. research on eggs won’t go over easy for those who can’t eat breakfast without them. Adults who ate about 1.5 eggs daily had a slightly higher risk of heart disease than those who ate no eggs, a study shows.
R. Kelly Case Poses Challenge: Separating Artist from Anthem
The dilemma of separating the sides of R. Kelly, who faces 10 counts of aggravated sexual abuse, now confronts millions who listen to or perform the singer's music.
FAA’s Close Ties to Boeing Questioned After 2 Deadly Crashes
The FAA’s oversight duties are coming under greater scrutiny after deadly crashes involving Boeing 737 Max jets operated by airlines in Ethiopia and Indonesia, killing a total of 346 people.
Judge Allows Courtroom Cameras for Trial of R. Kelly
A Cook County judge on Friday OK’d cameras during the R&B singer’s upcoming court appearance next Friday.
R. Kelly Sex Tapes: From Duffel Bag to National Circulation
An acquaintance of R. Kelly’s recalled how the singer once lugged a duffel bag everywhere — to recording studios, film sets and gyms. Stuffed inside, she said, was a collection of his homemade VHS sex tapes.
Feds: Charity Funneled Millions in College Bribery Scam
The mastermind of a wide-ranging college admissions scandal set up a charity that wove a deep web of deception and fraud to mask bribes and payoffs,according to prosecutors and tax documents reviewed by The Associated Press.
R. Kelly Appears in Chicago Court in Child Support Case
R. Kelly’s publicist says the R&B singer wants his child support payments lowered, but it doesn’t appear that they were reduced during the most recent hearing in the case.
