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Wednesday marks the third day of summer’s second heat wave, with temperatures starting in the mid to upper 70s and projected to rise into the 90s, potentially surpassing Tuesday’s levels.

The Champaign-Urbana Public Health District confirmed a contagious tuberculosis case at Edison Middle School in Champaign. An investigation is underway in collaboration with school officials and staff.

Ald. Jason Ervin opposes a parking meter deal. The article is featured on 'The Point' TV show which airs on WGN and streams on WGN+ each weeknight at 6:45 p.m. CT.

R. Kelly has requested clemency from President Trump, according to a report. The White House has not yet responded to the request.

Boating experts have provided safety tips for summer boating. The article emphasizes the importance of awareness and precautions to ensure safety on the water.

Chicago Police Superintendent Larry Snelling is set to retire on July 15 after a tenure marked by falling violent crime rates and public disagreements with Mayor Brandon Johnson.

Over 1,000 Munster residents signed a petition and protested at Town Hall against a proposed data center on the former 150-acre Lansing Country Club site. The opposition highlights community concerns about the development.

Federal officials announced a new permanent effort to combat trade fraud after a Chicago case pushed the Trade Fraud Task Force's recoveries past $1 billion. The milestone was achieved following charges filed in Chicago.

A man was found dead in the Lakeview neighborhood, prompting a police investigation. The incident occurred Tuesday afternoon.

Graham's Russian sanctions bill is likely to pass in Congress. The bill is described as the toughest Russian sanctions legislation that Congress would pass.

A teenager has been charged as an adult for the murder of five people in East St. Louis this past weekend. The charges also include cutting off a victim's thumb.

A suspect armed with a power tool was caught on camera breaking into a family-owned restaurant in the Streeterville neighborhood, causing damage worth far more than the $100 he stole.

New projections for the 2027 Social Security COLA adjustment have been released, indicating seniors may receive a modest increase. The actual adjustment amount will be announced later this year.

Experts recommend cleaning produce to prevent the summer cyclospora outbreak, which causes diarrhea. The article focuses on prevention methods for the parasite.

A 4-year-old child shot and killed a 2-year-old sibling outside the family's vacation home in Florida, according to local news reports. The incident occurred near an Airbnb property in the state.

Taco Bell is under investigation as part of a cyclospora parasite outbreak. The CDC has not confirmed a specific food item as the source of the outbreak.

Over 500,000 Subarus are being recalled, with the fix described as easy.

A suburban woman has been charged in the 2001 death of her newborn child, which was found in a dumpster. Jennifer Lebron, 48, faces two felony counts of involuntary manslaughter for the death that occurred nearly 25 years ago.

Federal authorities announced the largest-ever trade fraud crackdown, recovering over $1 billion by charging those who avoided tariff and duty fees. The crackdown targets sellers and buyers evading tariffs, resulting in significant financial recoveries.

Capt. Chesley 'Sully' Sullenberger, the pilot who landed a commercial airplane on the Hudson River, recently revealed he has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease.