Mayor Brandon Johnson’s City Council opposition on Thursday strengthened its hand in the battle to determine how much protection Chicago will give to more than 600,000 renters. One day after the Council’s Housing Committee narrowly approved Johnson’s watered-down ordinance — …
Zoning Committee OK renter protections proposed by Mayor Johnson’s Council opponents Read MoreMientras municipios, ciudades y universidades en Illinois y en todo el país rompen lazos con Flock Safety, una revisión exhaustiva de contratos realizada por WBEZ encontró que cinco de las 12 universidades públicas del estado aún trabajan con la controversial …
Cinco universidades públicas de Illinois usan cámaras de vigilancia de Flock en sus campus, según registros Read MoreThe phenomenon of YouTube breakout stars-turned-feature filmmakers is nothing new for director, writer and producer James Wan. He’s been scouting this kind of talent at his own production studio Atomic Monster for decades. “The very first movie that we made …
Director and Producer James Wan on YouTube Filmmakers: ‘You Don’t Even Need to Be in the System Anymore to Get Something Made’ Read MorePatrick Kane could look down at his red jersey Thursday — the first day of Blackhawks training camp — and see the familiar logo that adorned his chest for so many triumphant years. He could pick his head up, gaze …
Youthful Blackhawks’ energy convincing Patrick Kane he made ‘right decision’ to come back Read MoreAt its annual YouTube Features marketing showcase in Toronto, YouTube Canada unveiled a slate of new Canadian creator shows — including a run of Kareem Rahma’s popular interview show “SubwayTakes” in the Great White North. Rahma, who served as the …
YouTube Canada’s Slate of Creator Shows to Include a Series of Kareem Rahma’s ‘SubwayTakes’ in Toronto Read MoreU.S. Representative Ted Lieu (D-CA) taunted President Trump after the Federal Reserve, led by Trump-appointed Chair Kevin Warsh, raised interest rates for the first time in more than three years. “Dear @WhiteHouse: Kevin Warsh must be a Democratic operative. You …
Ted Lieu Taunts Trump After His Handpicked Fed Chair Raises Interest Rates, “Fire Him” Read MoreA city staffer who works as a timekeeper for the Chicago Police Department was ordered held in jail Thursday after he was charged with sexually abusing a 14-year-old girl he allegedly met on a dating app for teenagers. Cook County …
CPD timekeeper plied minor with drugs, alcohol during violent sexual abuse, prosecutors say Read More“Don’t F***k With Ghosts,” a paranormal hybrid comedy from 5’7 Films, is now available to rent or buy in the U.S. on Amazon, Apple TV and Fandango at Home. The debut comes alongside the launch of Potluck Originals, an original …
Paranormal Comedy ‘Don’t F — k With Ghosts’ Premieres On Demand, Launches Original YouTube Channel (EXCLUSIVE) Read MoreOrville Peck has a ritual he does before every concert. He hugs and tells each member of his band, “I love you.” And that’s what the country music star did at Madison Square Garden on June 20, 2023, at the …
Orville Peck on His New Album ‘Muse,’ Battling Addiction and Making Out With a Pro Football Player Read MoreThe Federal Communications Commission on Thursday approved Paramount’s petition to allow 49.5% of its equity to be held by foreign entities once the Warner Bros. Discovery deal is complete. Paramount owns 28 TV stations, and thus must get the FCC’s …
FCC Approves 49.5% Foreign Ownership of Paramount-Warner Bros. Read MoreThe Sun-Times’ Bears experts make their picks for Sunday’s home opener: Patrick Finley Bears, 28-24: I’m more concerned about the Vikings defense giving up the third-fewest rushing yards in the NFL last week than I am their blitz scheme, which …
Bears predictions: Week 2 vs. Vikings Read MoreSierra Canyon’s football team will host Orange Lutheran on Friday night in a battle that could have a big impact on the Division 1 seedings for the CIF Southern Section playoffs. Who will come away victorious in Week 4? And …
LA Daily News high school football previews, predictions for Week 4 Read MoreBy LISA MASCARO and BEN FINLEY WASHINGTON (AP) — Tensions are mounting between the Pentagon and Congress over the flow of information to lawmakers about the U.S. military’s priorities, with both Democrats and Republicans accusing a Defense Department leader of …
Senators from both parties voice criticism about Pentagon briefing on US defense strategy Read MoreA limited-edition Hello Kitty and Friends library card will become available Friday at LA County Library locations as part of the library system’s first collaboration with Sanrio. The card will be available from Friday, Sept. 18, through Oct. 18 at …
Hello Kitty card available at LA County Public Library branches Read MoreIn a case that began in Pasadena but which impacts Southern California, a federal court has granted a preliminary injunction stopping immigration agents from making warrantless arrests, requiring them to first obtain a warrant, unless they determine a person is …
Federal judge halts certain warrantless immigration arrests in Southern California Read MoreBy HOLLY RAMER CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — A New Hampshire judge on Thursday dismissed the latest petition for a new trial from Pamela Smart, who is serving life in prison for orchestrating the murder of her husband by her teenage …
A judge rejects Pamela Smart’s latest bid for a new trial in 1990 accomplice to murder case Read MoreUCLA students will be able to attend all home football and basketball games for free under a new policy that will take effect Saturday when the Bruins host Purdue at the Rose Bowl. Eligible undergraduate and graduate students can claim …
UCLA makes football and basketball tickets free for students Read MoreUber must pay $40 million to the parents of a 23-year-old woman struck and killed after a ride-share driver abandoned her near traffic on the 73 highway in 2023, a judge wrote in an arbitration decision. While awarding $20 million …
Uber ordered to pay $40 million to parents of passenger killed on OC highway Read MoreBy David J. Neal, Miami Herald Two lots of Walmart store brand frozen pasta have been recalled after testing by the Departments of Agriculture in Florida and Washington state found listeria. New York City’s Gias Foods issued the recall of …
Walmart store brand frozen food recalled nationwide after listeria found Read MoreThe driver accused of crashing into a LA Metro bus in Chatsworth and killing two passengers was on drugs and speeding and will face second-degree murder charges and an additional count of driving under the influence, the Los Angeles County …
SUV driver in Chatsworth bus crash that killed 2 was intoxicated and speeding, the DA says Read More