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April 12, 2023

Environmental Protection Agency proposes limit on cancer-causing chemicals used in sterilization equipment

The EPA found higher than expected cancer risks at facilities that work with a chemical used for sterilizing medical devices. The agency is proposing limiting the use of the chemical.

April 9, 2023

Chicago police find two bodies near O’Hare Airport hours apart

Chicago Police Department (CPD) officials reported that they found two dead bodies hours apart near O’Hare International Airport on Saturday. They believe one was an overdose death.

April 8, 2023

Progressive Chicago activists push for $1 billion in reparations

University of Chicago Against Displacement (UCAD) hosted a student event this week as it continues pushing for reparations from the university, including $1 billion for housing.

April 8, 2023

Chicago mail carriers robbed at least a dozen times in one month

Chicago Police Department (CPD) reported that at least 12 mail carriers were threatened with guns and robbed by one to three suspects in the last month. One USPS vehicle was stolen.

April 7, 2023

Chicago firefighter who died battling high-rise fire on city's North Side suffered heart attack

Lt. Jan Tchoryk died of a heart attack while battling a fire on the city's North Side. Another firefighter from Chicago also died fighting a fire this week.

April 6, 2023

Who is Brandon Johnson? What to know about Chicago's next mayor

Cook County Commissioner Brandon Johnson won the Chicago mayoral election on a bold progressive platform, defeating moderate Democrat Paul Vallas.

April 6, 2023

Tyrus to defend NWA championship as pro wrestler attempts to bring community together after mass shooting

NWA Worlds Heavyweight Champion Tyrus will defend his title against Chris Adonis while attempting to bring together a community hurt by last year's mass shooting.

April 5, 2023

Chicago firefighter dies while battling blaze in high-rise apartment building

A Chicago firefighter died while responding to a blaze in a high-rise apartment building on Wednesday morning in the city's Gold Coast neighborhood, officials said.

April 5, 2023

Chicago firefighter critically injured while battling high-rise building fire on city's North Side

A Chicago firefighter was critically injured while fighting a fire on the city's North Side. Two other firefighters suffered minor injuries in the fire.

April 5, 2023

Chicago Mayor-elect Brandon Johnson speaks at election night victory event

Chicago Mayor-elect Brandon Johnson spoke to supporters after defeating Paul Vallas in Tuesday's election. (WFLD)