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Alleged Cop Killer Expected in Court
(CHICAGO) -- A seven-time convicted felon accused of killing a Chicago police officer and critically wounding another is set to face a judge this morning. The case against 26-year-old Alphanso Talley is intensifying scrutiny of Gov. J.B. Pritzker and the SAFE-T Act, which el...
20h ago
Fioretti, Wietzel, Slam SAFE-T-ACT in Murder of CPD Officer
(CHICAGO) -- Following the shooting death of Chicago Police Officer John Bartholomew, two prominent Chicagoans are speaking out. Former Ald. Bob Fioretti and former Police Chief of Riverside Tom Weitzel have released a joint statement on the tragic killing of Bartholomew: &...
Apr 30, 2026
Chicago offering free 'learn to ride' bike classes for kids, adults
The Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) has announced free bike riding lessons for those wanting to learn how to ride a bicycle. The summer series for adults and teens (13-17) starts May 7. It will be available throughout the summer at three Chicago Park District loc...
Apr 29, 2026
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Alleged Cop Killer Expected in Court
(CHICAGO) -- A seven-time convicted felon accused of killing a Chicago police officer and critically wounding another is set to face a judge this morning. The case against 26-year-old Alphanso Talley is intensifying scrutiny of Gov. J.B. Pritzker and the SAFE-T Act, which el...
20h ago
Fioretti, Wietzel, Slam SAFE-T-ACT in Murder of CPD Officer
(CHICAGO) -- Following the shooting death of Chicago Police Officer John Bartholomew, two prominent Chicagoans are speaking out. Former Ald. Bob Fioretti and former Police Chief of Riverside Tom Weitzel have released a joint statement on the tragic killing of Bartholomew: &...
Apr 30, 2026
Chicago offering free 'learn to ride' bike classes for kids, adults
The Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) has announced free bike riding lessons for those wanting to learn how to ride a bicycle. The summer series for adults and teens (13-17) starts May 7. It will be available throughout the summer at three Chicago Park District loc...
Apr 29, 2026
Photographer Unveils Photos Of CPS Students In The '70s - Are You In Them?
Working as a substitute teacher and photographer in the 1970s, Susan Fell-Lazar brought her camera to work, capturing many students in classrooms and playing with friends. But Fell-Lazar never released those photos - until now. Fell-Lazar - a substitute teacher for Chicago P...
Apr 29, 2026
Man Charged in Slaying of CPD Officer
(CHICAGO) -- A silent Alphanso Talley, 26, appeared in court Monday where he was charged with murder, attempted murder, aggravated kidnapping and aggravated battery. Prosecutors say Talley, of Chicago, pulled the trigger Saturday at Swedish Hospital, killing Officer John Bar...
Apr 28, 2026
Chicago's Water Tower Place to undergo major renovation
Chicago's Water Tower Place is set to get a big facelift. The iconic Magnificent Mile spot is undergoing a $170 million renovation project to mark its 50th anniversary. The revamp will see retailers on the first three floors, with office and medical space on the higher floor...
Apr 28, 2026
