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Rutland-Dundee firefighter dies from medical emergency while training

The Rutland-Dundee Fire Protection District is mourning the death of firefighter Greg Witt after a medical emergency during training.

Emergency lane closure on E I-80 in Joliet

Chicago police searching for man who attacked transit passenger

2 hospitalized after apartment fire in Deerfield

1 dead, 2 wounded in Chicago gas station shooting

Normal Chicago train services to be delayed due to Lake Street Bridge work

US and World News

All safe after fire and explosion at Quaker Oats plant in Cedar Rapids

A fire and explosion at the Quaker Oats plant in downtown Cedar Rapids brought a large emergency response, but officials said everyone got out safely.

Admission to US national parks will be free this Tuesday: Here’s why

Man convicted of killing UNC student Faith Hedgepeth 14 years after her death

When does daylight saving time end? Clocks 'fall back' soon

31-year-old man arrested in Molotov attack on Atlanta ICE building

Charlie Kirk murder: Judge delays setting trial date for suspect Tyler Robinson

Good Day Chicago

The Farmer's Almanac: What will our winter look like?

Will our Thanksgiving be snowy? The Editor of The Farmer's Almanac breaks down their predictions AND their process for looking ahead at winter weather.

Investigation into alleged racist comments at New Trier v Evanston football game at Ryan Field

Chicago Teachers Union demand money from Springfield to fund CPS

Death Row inmate awake after failed execution, and Halle Berry's heated hearing

Hundreds of trash cans found on lower Randolph in the Loop

Mayor Johnson's 'Fair Share' budget proposal faces an uphill battle

Health

Jalen Hurts puts spotlight on blood thinners: 5 mistakes that could put patients at risk

Jalen Hurts' diagnosis puts the spotlight on anticoagulants and their risks with aspirin, NSAIDs and supplements.

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day: How to safely dispose of medications

Trump announces $275M nursing-home nurse initiative at Florida midterm rally

Popular Chicago-area pumpkin farm investigated over potential E. coli exposure

Popular sleep aids before surgery may lower risk of long-term opioid use, study finds

Hidden HSA benefits: Everyday expenses you may be able to pay for tax-free

Politics

Deportations not meeting Trump's aggressive targets, report finds

President Donald Trump’s administration is not deporting nearly as many people as it promised, a new report found.

In Senate run, Juliana Stratton touts progressive politics and a pragmatic record

In Senate run, Stratton touts progressive politics, pragmatic record

Should Illinois adopt a 'millionaires tax'? Expert breaks it down | ChicagoLIVE

Election 2026: What to know about the November midterm key races

Linda McMahon plans to 'fire' herself from the Department of Education: Here's why

Trump announces $275M nursing-home nurse initiative at Florida midterm rally

Entertainment

Former Saxon drummer Nigel Durham dies at 61

Nigel Durham, the former drummer for British heavy metal band Saxon, has died at age 61.

Ric Flair recovering after fall outside Tampa restaurant: 'I will be okay!'

Laura Owens sentenced for fake pregnancy scheme targeting former 'Bachelor' star

Laura Owens sentenced in fake pregnancy case

Collin Gosselin discusses alleged childhood abuse by mom Kate Gosselin

Collin Gosselin on alleged childhood abuse by mom Kate Gosselin: ‘I would ask her to tell the truth’

Michael Gray, 'Shazam!' star, dies at 75: Report

Tom Skerritt, actor known for 'Alien' and 'Picket Fences,' dies at 93

President Donald Trump announced a massive $4.2 billion investment by German automaker Audi during a campaign rally in Georgia on Saturday, touting plans for a new manufacturing plant that he said would produce 200,000 vehicles annually.

Here's where credit limits decreased the most in the US (and why that's bad)

Las Vegas warns tourists tipping costumed Strip performers is not required after alleged brawl

Owning a home comes with a hidden price tag, and it's getting more expensive

Discount chain opening new stores across 7 states in October

Survey: 52% of Midwesterners lack rainy day funds

Offbeat & Unusual

Magician Harry Houdini died in Detroit 100 years ago this Halloween

Halloween marks 100 years since Harry Houdini's death in Detroit. Here's a look back at his final performance in the Motor City – and the magician's showmanship and mystery.