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Primrose Candy Files for Bankruptcy After 98 Years

Chicago's Primrose Candy Co., maker of nostalgic Coffee Nips, files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy with liabilities up to $50 million, citing foreign competition, lawsuits, and soaring sugar costs.

Chicago Teacher Suspended Over Pro-ICE Post

A Chicago elementary school teacher has been placed on administrative leave after expressing support for ICE agents on Facebook, sparking fury in the predominantly Hispanic community and allegations of double standards.

Chicago Arena First to Sell THC Drinks During Games

The United Center in Chicago will become the first major US sports venue to offer THC-infused beverages during games and concerts from February, responding to growing demand for non-alcoholic alternatives.

DACA Recipient Acquitted, Now Faces Deportation

Juan Espinoza Martinez, a Chicago carpenter and DACA recipient, was acquitted of murder-for-hire charges but immediately detained by immigration authorities, facing potential deportation.

Harold's Chicken CEO Dies Mysteriously at 55

Kristen Pierce-Sherrod, CEO of the iconic Chicago chicken chain Harold's Chicken, has passed away unexpectedly at age 55. The family announced her death but has not disclosed the cause.

NBC Chicago Fires Sports Anchor Mike Berman

Longtime NBC Chicago sports journalist Mike Berman has been suddenly fired after a decade, as the station overhauls its sports department amid industry-wide challenges for local TV.

Chicago Man's Snapchat Bounty Trial Sent to Jury

Federal jury deliberates fate of Juan Espinoza Martinez, accused of using Snapchat to offer $10,000 bounty on Border Patrol commander's life in Chicago immigration crackdown case.

Democrat Candidate Misses Event, Cites Narcolepsy

Kat Abughazaleh, a 26-year-old Democrat congressional hopeful in Illinois, missed a virtual event, citing narcolepsy. Her explanation follows a pattern of missed engagements and ongoing legal challenges.

Cook County Leader Criticised Over Budget and Taxes

Toni Preckwinkle, Cook County board president, faces criticism for a near-doubled budget and property tax increases as challenger Brendan Reilly attacks her fiscal record ahead of election.

Risky Business actor Ron Dean dies aged 82

Veteran character actor Ron Dean, known for iconic roles in Risky Business and The Dark Knight, has passed away at 82, leaving behind a legacy of memorable performances across film and television.

United flight cancelled after passenger diarrhoea chaos

A United Airlines flight was forced to return to Chicago after a passenger suffered an explosive bout of diarrhoea, causing chaos and leaving passengers stranded. The bizarre incident unfolded mid-air, leading to the cancellation of the flight.

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