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Chicago toddler shot in head after man allegedly pulls gun trigger instead of drill

New details shed light on how an 18-month-old girl was shot in the back of the head inside a Chicago apartment, with prosecutors alleging the gun went off when a man mistakenly pulled the trigger while holding a gun and a cordless drill.

Illinois man sentenced after attacking, biting 71-year-old family member

Person found dead near Alma Mater statue on University of Illinois campus

Loaded gun found after Chicago man searched for holding blunt, sheriff's police say

Dolton police officer placed on leave after video circulates online

Dense fog advisory issued before sunshine, mild temps arrive in Chicagoland

US and World News

Terrorist drug lord known as 'The Spider' extradited to US

An alleged drug lord and terrorist was extradited to California on Monday and faces several charges tied to his involvement with a Columbian paramilitary organization.

$745K returned to donors after GoFundMe says elderly couple's daughter made up neighbor's identity

Caught on Camera: Driver uses sidewalk to pass stopped school bus

Tennessee K-9 dies from heatstroke after being left outside without water for 36 hours, sheriff says

Manhunt underway for sexually violent predator who removed GPS monitor

SpaceX achieves orbit with Starship Flight 14 before cutting test mission short

Good Day Chicago

Night of 1,000 Jack-o’-Lanterns returns to Chicago Botanic Garden

The Chicago Botanic Garden’s annual Halloween event features thousands of intricately carved pumpkins lighting an eerie trail throughout October.

Chicago drama teacher competes on ‘Celebrity Name That Tune’

Chicago teens call for more jobs, resources in their neighborhoods

New poll explores what women voters want from elected leaders

Debate grows over offensive comments on Mayor Johnson staffer's political video

University of Illinois Black Chorus goes viral with ‘September’ rendition

Health

Blood pressure medication recalled nationwide after failing 'dissolution specifications'

Over 13,000 bottles of blood pressure medication are the subject of a nationwide recall, according to the FDA.

FOX Chicago, Lurie Children’s team up to make patients’ lives a little lighter

Viral social media video prompts recall of popular jarred peppers

Nearly 333 pounds of tuna recalled over food poisoning risk

Doctor warns of potential interactions between GLP-1 drugs and cannabis

Sierra Nevada raw milk cheese recalled, linked to E. coli outbreak

Politics

New poll explores what women voters want from elected leaders

A national survey examines women’s priorities ahead of the midterm elections, including bipartisan cooperation, artificial intelligence and their influence at the ballot box.

Trump arrives in Chicago area for Presidents Cup golf tournament

Trump arrives in IL for Presidents Cup golf tournament

President Trump speaks to Presidents Cup crowd in Chicago area

Trump administration rescinds nearly $1B in funds already approved by Congress

Trump rescinds nearly $1B in funds approved by Congress: Why senators say it's illegal

Chicago parking meter deal hits roadblock as aldermen seek changes

Chicago parking meter deal hits major roadblock as deadline nears

Entertainment

AEW wrestler Benjamin Satterley, a.k.a. Pac, dies at 40

Professional wrestling star Benjamin Satterley, who was known as Pac inside the ring, has died at 40, All Elite Wrestling (AEW) announced in a statement Sunday evening.

New U2 album “Carnaval De Luz" will feature Dolly Parton’s last vocal performance

'Pioneer Woman' Ree Drummond's son arrested on drug, assault charges

9-25 marks a day to celebrate Dolly Parton

Behind the Joffrey Ballet: Women’s Board celebrates 25 years of philanthropy in Chicago

Microsoft files patent that could bring game-pausing ads to Xbox

Money

Here's why airfare prices could stay high even if price of oil falls

Jet fuel prices may fall, but travelers shouldn’t expect cheaper flights anytime soon. Here's why.

Apple loses record $5.7B in verdict over patent dispute

IRS launches mobile app for refund tracking and payments as agency targets fraud

Your favorite grocery and snack items may have disappeared from store shelves in 2026

South Side break-in spree targets 5 businesses, including Hyde Park coffee shops

Two Hyde Park coffee shops broken into overnight: "It's sad"

Offbeat & Unusual

Viral social media video prompts recall of popular jarred peppers

A recall was issued for Mezzetta Golden Greek Peperoncini medium heat, 32-ounce peppers after a social media video circulated of the product potentially containing a pest contaminant in the jar.