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Afternoon News: Monday February 17, 2025 Feb 17, 2025

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The National Weather Service has issued a cold weather advisory from 9 p.m. tonight through noon tomorrow. The Chicago Department of Family and Support Services has activated its warming areas at six community service centers this week due to cold temperatures. An international soybean research program at the University of Illinois is getting ready to close after the Trump administration put its federal funding on hold.

Morning News: Monday February 17, 2025 Feb 17, 2025

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Hundreds protested outside Lurie Children's Hospital over the weekend over its pause on gender affirming surgeries for people under 19, Illinois lawmakers consider financial aid for people in college, the Chicago Sky are making some big offseason roster moves.

Rundown for Friday, February 14, 2025 Feb 14, 2025

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Lurie Children’s Hospital in Chicago is still pausing gender affirming surgeries despite a new court order. The state is suspending former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan’s government pension after his federal corruption conviction. Plus, find out how mammals, fish, and insects find love at the Field Museum.

Morning News: Friday February 14, 2025 Feb 14, 2025

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Resignations continue from Mayor Brandon Johnson’s cabinet, what cutting USAID does to Illinois farmers, and the Driehaus Museum hosts its largest ever display of contemporary art.

Rundown for Thursday, February 13, 2025 Feb 13, 2025

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Two Illinois Democratic lawmakers are teaming up this spring to try to address what’s known as the “wandering officer” problem. An annual survey shows the majority of American Jews say antisemitism has increased. Plus, the Illinois Manufacturers’ Association is once again searching for the coolest thing made in Illinois.

Morning News: Thursday February 13, 2025 Feb 13, 2025

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Illinois’ former House speaker Michael Madigan put on a smiling face after his corruption conviction. Illinois Republicans continue pushing for ethics reform after former House Speaker Mike Madigan is found guilty. Parents complain about a lack of a concrete plan to keep open seven Chicago charter schools, originally slated for closure.

Rundown for Wednesday, February 12, 2025 Feb 12, 2025

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Former Illinois House speaker Michael Madigan is found guilty in 10 verdicts. National Heart Month is celebrated every February to raise awareness about heart health. Plus, some tips for driving safely in the snow.

Morning News: Wednesday, February 12, 2025 Feb 12, 2025

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County board members in Springfield have approved the settlement with the family of Sonya Massey. Faith-based organizations in the U.S. and in Illinois are challenging in federal court the removal of a policy that kept ICE from coming into houses of worship. Certain aspects of those 25% tariffs on foreign steel imports aren't favored by America’s largest steel union.

Rundown for Tuesday, February 11, 2025 Feb 11, 2025

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The University of Chicago is part of a lawsuit over the Trump administration’s move to cut billions in funding for medical research. A conference to accelerate climate action in the Midwest will debut in Chicago this summer. Plus, a winter weather advisory starts tomorrow.

Morning News: Tuesday February 11, 2025 Feb 11, 2025

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President Donald Trump has pardoned former Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich. Advocates in Chicago worry about the potential rise of vigilante activity because of anti-immigrant rhetoric coming from the White House. A tenants union on Chicago’s Northwest Side is protesting rising rents and looming displacement.

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