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WGN-TV is a Chicago-based television and web news outlet covering local and national news, including politics, crime, and community events.
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- Top beat: Crime
- Tracked since 2026
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Today’s stories
- Man killed, three others injured in West Side shootingA man was killed and three others, including a juvenile, were injured in a shooting on Chicago’s Far West Side Monday evening.
- Man killed, three others injured in Far West Side shootingA man was killed and three others, including a juvenile, were injured in a shooting on Chicago’s Far West Side Monday evening.
- 'The city he helped shape': Memorial ride honors CDOT employee killed in bicycle crashHundreds of cyclists in Chicago honored Riley O'Neil, a Chicago Department of Transportation employee and bike advocate, following his death in a bicycle crash.
- Temperatures to flirt with year’s highest levels yetTemperatures are expected to approach the highest levels of the year as skies transition from cloudiness to partial sun following overnight storms.
- Tonight: Warm, muggy, rounds of showers/stormsTonight will be warm and muggy with rounds of showers and storms, some of which may bring heavy downpours and localized flash flooding.
- Bears' potential move to Hammond has Southeast Side fans, businesses excitedBears' potential move to Hammond has Southeast Side fans and businesses excited about the possible economic benefits.
- New York City tightens security ahead of Trump appearance at NBA FinalsNew York City increases security measures for President Trump's attendance at the NBA Finals game between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs.
- 1 More Question: Is there still a chance for a Chicago Lakefront stadium?The article questions if there's still a chance for a Chicago Lakefront stadium, noting that the mayor's proposal faces challenges despite efforts by Mayor Brandon Johnson.
- North Carolina theme park announces water ride with world's tallest dropA North Carolina theme park has announced a new water ride featuring the world's tallest drop, spanning 2,240 feet and reaching 50 mph.
- When will Apple's iOS 27 be available, and will your device qualify for the update?Apple announced its next major iOS update, but not all devices will be eligible for the update.
- New drug to slow Alzheimer's development — and more health headlinesA new drug developed by ETH Zurich University molecular pharmacologists shows promise in slowing the progression of Alzheimer's disease.
- Kurt Busch shares message of mourning after death of Kyle Busch: 'Rest easy, little brother'Kurt Busch expressed grief over the death of his brother Kyle Busch, thanking supporters and reflecting on their racing history.
- Israel and Iran appear to pause strikes after trading fire for the first time since April ceasefireIsrael and Iran appear to pause strikes after exchanging fire, the first since a U.S.-brokered ceasefire in April. Both nations warned of potential retaliation.
- Judge blocks $100,000 fee for H-1B visas imposed by TrumpA judge has blocked a $100,000 fee for H-1B visas introduced by Trump, which are used by employers to hire international workers for specialty jobs, typically for three years.
- Illinois' new social media tax explainedIllinois' new budget includes a social media tax targeting platforms with 100,000 to nearly 500,000 users, charging 10 cents per user per month.