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August 14, 2024

Recent college graduate, 22, killed by oncoming train in Chicago: 'Beautiful soul'

Grace Bentkowski was killed when she was struck by an oncoming train in Chicago last month.

August 14, 2024

Police ally of scandal-ridden Mayor Tiffany Henyard indicted on bankruptcy fraud charges

A top police officer and supporter of scandal-plagued Dolton, Illinois, Mayor Tiffany Henyard has been indicted by a federal grand jury in Chicago on bankruptcy fraud charges.

August 13, 2024

Anti-Israel protesters handed legal setback in effort to expand DNC rally

Pro-Palestinian demonstrators planning large protests in Chicago at next week's Democratic National Convention are facing a legal setback as they aim to march closer to the United Center.

August 13, 2024

Chicago anti-Israel DNC protest groups handed loss by federal judge just days before start

Federal judge rejects anti-Israel organizers' claims that designated Democratic National Convention protest route violates their First Amendment rights.

August 13, 2024

America has just been treated to a masterclass in a subject much more important than identity politics

I believe merit is something that we’ve lost or have allowed to become obscured by today’s identity politics, where it too often takes a back seat to our immutable characteristics.

August 12, 2024

Pro-Israel group waits for permit to march near DNC in Chicago: We want to 'stand up for America'

Elan Carr, CEO of Israeli American Council, claimed his group's push for a permit to protest around the DNC has fallen on deaf ears compared to the approval of pro-Palestinian groups.

August 12, 2024

Democratic heavyweights to speak at party's convention; preparing for large Palestinian protests

President Biden, former Presidents Obama and Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton have been confirmed as speakers at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago.

August 12, 2024

Chicago teachers' union claim that Black kids cannot pass standardized tests doesn't go over well with mom

Chicago Teachers' Union president claims standardized tests are 'White supremacy' in radical rant to Black radio station.

August 10, 2024

Chicago smash-and-grab crew hits Prada store as city prepares for DNC

The Prada store in Chicago was hit by a smash-and-grab on Saturday morning as the city prepares to host the much-anticipated Democratic National Convention.

August 10, 2024

Woman found dead in O'Hare airport baggage machinery was a suicide: police

Authorities say that the death of a woman whose body was discovered inside baggage machinery at O'Hare International Airport has been ruled a suicide.