AI-generated robocall impersonates Biden in an apparent attempt to suppress votes in New Hampshire
The New Hampshire attorney general’s office says it is investigating reports of an apparent robocall that used artificial intelligence to mimic President Joe Biden’s voice and discourage voters in the state from... #press
First baby born at start of the new year in Hinsdale surprises parents
Baby boy surprises parents being first born at Hinsdale Hospital in 2024, a couple of weeks early. #press
In 14th Ward, where former Ald. Ed Burke was lord, conviction greeted with both shrugs and cheers
Residents and leaders from Southwest Side ward have vastly different thoughts about longtime alderman's conviction. #press
Federal judge hears arguments on gun ban registry, while legislative panel considers rules for implementation
A federal judge in southern Illinois who earlier this year put a hold on the state’s gun ban -- a decision that was reversed on appeal -- heard arguments on a challenge to the the registration... #press
$500M Formula One race off to rough start in Las Vegas after Ferrari damaged during 1st practice
The Las Vegas Grand Prix had a bumpy opening when the first practice of the $500 million Formula One race was halted nine minutes into the session Thursday night because Carlos Sainz Jr. ran over a water valve... #press
Blue Island K-9 Rocco makes historic, 500-pound marijuana bust three months into job
The Belgian Malinois named Rocco made the massive finding in his third month with the Blue Island police force #press
AP visual analysis says rocket from Gaza appeared to go astray, likely caused deadly hospital explosion
Who is to blame for the fiery explosion has set off intense debate and finger pointing between the Israeli government and Palestinian militants, further escalating tensions in their two... #press
Social media awash in misinformation about Israel-Gaza war, but X is perhaps the most egregious
The Israel-Hamas war has underscored how the platform now transformed into X has become not only unreliable but is actively promoting falsehoods. #press
Daniel DePetris: How will the Israel-Hamas conflict affect US policy?
A ground invasion of Gaza seems more a question of “when,” not “if," which means the situation might get even worse before it gets better. #press
Memorial garden at The Caring Place honors late client services director Debbi Reynolds
On a recent cold, rainy afternoon family and colleagues of the late Debbi Reynolds, former director of client services at The Caring Place, gathered to dedicate a garden in her honor. Tributes to her... #press
Powerball? Oswego East hits lottery as Christian Martyn runs 40 times for 249 yards, winning TD. ‘I’m not too tired.’
Christian Martyn scored the winning TD with 2:11 left in the fourth quarter to give the Wolves a 14-13 conference victory over West Aurora. #press
Griffith man gets probation for drunkenly threatening cop
A Griffith man was sentenced to 12 months probation Friday for drunkenly threatening a cop after he was arrested at Set ‘Em Up Lanes. #press
Instant lottery ticket worth $400,000 sold at Homewood gas station
A Frogger instant game lottery ticket worth $400,000 was sold at the Exxon Mobil gas station at 17500 Dixie Highway. #press
Whales and dolphins in American waters are losing food and habitat to climate change, US study says
A first-of-its-kind assessment says whales, dolphins and seals living in U.S. waters face major threats from the warming ocean temperatures, rising sea levels and decreasing sea ice associated... #press
Fallout at Northwestern: What’s next after hazing scandal in football and more issues in the athletic department
What to know about the Northwestern football hazing scandal, as well as other issues in the athletic department and what’s next for the university. #press
Thousands of US workers are on strike today. Here’s a rundown of major work stoppages happening now
It’s been a big year for labor organizing in the U.S. And from auto production lines to Hollywood, all eyes are on strikes taking the world of work by storm. #press
Judge issues gag order in deadly campfire shooting case
Lake County Judge Samuel Cappas granted a request for a gag order Thursday to stop both mothers in a pending murder case from talking to the media, sources said. #press
Simeion Harris, who moved from Aurora to Sandwich, leads program’s rise from ashes. ‘Prove people wrong.’
Simeion Harris, a slender two-way player, moved from Aurora to Sandwich and led a revival of a proud football program to the playoffs. #press
Companies plan to give smaller raises next year, surveys find
U.S. employers surveyed by Aon Plc, which compiles compensation data on more than 5,500 employers, said merit raises will average about 3.7% across all industries next year, down from 3.9% this year. #press
Gov. J.B. Pritzker calls for united front in migrant response after criticizing Biden administration effort
Gov. J.B. Pritzker called for Democratic unity on handling the growing migrant crisis, days after questioning both the city and federal response. #press
