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| View Article | 5:01 p.m. | July 15, 2026 | WBEZ | The Rundown: What to know about cyclosporiasis in Illinois | https://www.wbez.org/wbez-newsletter/2026/07/15/the-rundown-what-to-know-about-cyclosporiasis-in-illinois | _Good afternoon! It’s Wednesday, and you’ll have another chance to ask Mayor Brandon Johnson a question during tomorrow’s “In the Loop.” Call 866-915-WBEZ (866-915-9239) at 9 a.m., and tune into the show on 91.5 FM or_ [ __WBEZ.org_ _ ][12] _. Here’s what else you need to know today._ [ … |
| View Article | 5:01 p.m. | July 15, 2026 | WBEZ | What to know about diarrhea-causing cyclosporiasis in Illinois | https://www.wbez.org/health-medicine/2026/07/15/what-to-know-about-diarrhea-causing-cyclosporiasis-in-illinois | Illinois has confirmed 240 cases of the diarrhea-causing illness cyclosporiasis, the state’s public health department confirmed Wednesday. Cyclosporiasis is not considered a deadly disease and is more of an inconvenience that in rare cases could have complications, said Dr. Emily Landon, an infectious diseases specialist at UChicago Medicine. In Illinois, … |
| View Article | 5:01 p.m. | July 15, 2026 | WBEZ | What the ROAD to Housing Act means for Chicago | https://www.wbez.org/housing/2026/07/15/21st-century-road-housing-act-renters-homeowners-chicago | Developers in the Chicago area are optimistic about a new sweeping federal law that aims to increase housing supply and affordability, but advocates say the legislation doesn’t address the most pressing needs — that of low-income renters. The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act became law July 11, after President … |
| View Article | 5:01 p.m. | July 15, 2026 | WBEZ | CPS will lay off 760 teachers, cut 5 student nonattendance days in bid to close budget deficit | https://www.wbez.org/education/chicago-school-board/2026/07/15/cps-will-cut-teachers-and-five-student-non-attendance-days-as-district-looks-to-close-budget-deficit | Chicago Public Schools leaders announced drastic plans Wednesday to close the district’s massive deficit, including laying off 760 teachers, 801 teacher aides and 162 central office and citywide staff. The district also plans to freeze spending midyear and furlough staff for five days that students were not supposed to be … |
| View Article | 5:01 p.m. | July 15, 2026 | NBC Local | There's only 1 way to kill cyclospora on produce, and vinegar isn't it | https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/theres-only-1-way-to-kill-cyclospora-on-produce-and-vinegar-isnt-it-what-to-know-amid-explosive-diarrhea-outbreak/3961972/ | While officials are urging everyone to wash their produce thoroughly, health experts are noting that it may not keep you from contracting cyclosporiasis, the parasitic infection known for causing "explosive" diarrhea. With an outbreak spreading across dozens of U.S. states, and no official source identified, health experts have been encouraging … |
| View Article | 5:01 p.m. | July 15, 2026 | NBC Local | Stella's Diner in Lakeview shut down by city after roaches found during inspection | https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/stellas-diner-in-lakeview-shut-down-by-city-after-roaches-found-during-inspection/3961992/ | Chicago officials shut down a long-standing corner diner in the city's Lakeview neighborhood after cockroaches and several other violations were found during a health department inspection, according to city data. A neon green sign that reads "license suspended" was posted on the doors to Stella's Diner, located at 3042 N. … |
| View Article | 5:01 p.m. | July 15, 2026 | Fox Chicago | Chicago's biggest hot dog makes its debut on National Hot Dog Day | http://www.fox32chicago.com/news/largest-chicago-style-hot-dog | ![Chicago's biggest hot dog makes its debut on National Hot Dog Day][4] ![Chicago's biggest hot dog makes its debut on National Hot Dog Day][4] #### [ Chicago's biggest hot dog makes its debut on National Hot Dog Day ][5] You have never seen a Chicago-style hot dog like this. #### … |
| View Article | 5:01 p.m. | July 15, 2026 | Fox Chicago | Police reveal what happened after girls' frightening encounter near Forest View Park | http://www.fox32chicago.com/news/police-reveal-what-happened-after-girls-frightening-encounter-near-forest-view-park | #### The Brief * * Police ruled the reported attempted abduction unfounded after identifying the driver as an Amazon Flex delivery driver whose delivery records matched the timeline of the incident. * Two young girls told police they feared they were about to be abducted after a red or maroon … |
| View Article | 5:01 p.m. | July 15, 2026 | Chicago Sun-Times | CPS will lay off 760 teachers, cut 5 student nonattendance days in bid to close budget deficit | https://chicago.suntimes.com/chicago-school-board/2026/07/15/cps-will-cut-teachers-and-five-student-non-attendance-days-as-district-looks-to-close-budget-deficit | * SHARE * COPY LINK Share CLOSE * [ Twitter ][43] * [ Facebook ][44] * [ Bluesky ][45] * [ Email ][46] * [ Reddit ][47] * [ Flipboard ][48] Chicago Public Schools leaders announced drastic plans Wednesday to close the district’s massive deficit, including laying off 760 teachers, … |
| View Article | 5:01 p.m. | July 15, 2026 | Chicago Sun-Times | Aurora issues lead water warning after some homes test over federal safety levels | https://chicago.suntimes.com/news/2026/07/15/aurora-issues-lead-water-warning-after-some-homes-test-over-federal-safety-levels | * SHARE * COPY LINK Share CLOSE * [ Twitter ][27] * [ Facebook ][28] * [ Bluesky ][29] * [ Email ][30] * [ Reddit ][31] * [ Flipboard ][32] Aurora issued a warning Tuesday after officials reported finding “elevated” lead levels in the drinking water of some city … |
| View Article | 5:01 p.m. | July 15, 2026 | Chicago Sun-Times | 8 more Chicago police officers face firing over PPP loan fraud, City Hall watchdog says | https://chicago.suntimes.com/ppp-paycheck-protection-program-covid-relief/2026/07/15/ppp-fraud-pandemic-chicago-police-inspector-general | * SHARE * COPY LINK Share CLOSE * [ Twitter ][15] * [ Facebook ][16] * [ Bluesky ][17] * [ Email ][18] * [ Reddit ][19] * [ Flipboard ][20] Eight more Chicago police officers now face dismissal for fraudulently obtaining federal Paycheck Protection Program loans during the pandemic, … |
| View Article | 5:01 p.m. | July 15, 2026 | Chicago Sun-Times | What the ROAD to Housing Act means for Chicago | https://chicago.suntimes.com/real-estate/2026/07/15/21st-century-road-housing-act-renters-homeowners-chicago | * SHARE * COPY LINK Share CLOSE * [ Twitter ][1] * [ Facebook ][2] * [ Bluesky ][3] * [ Email ][4] * [ Reddit ][5] * [ Flipboard ][6] Developers in the Chicago area are optimistic about a new sweeping federal law that aims to increase housing supply … |
| View Article | 5 p.m. | July 15, 2026 | CBS Local | Visitation, celebration of life information for Black hair care pioneer George E. Johnson | https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/visitation-celebration-of-life-service-george-e-johnson/ | Chicago will honor trailblazing business leader [ George E. Johnson ][12] . Johnson died on Monday, July 6, at the age of 99. He and his late wife, Joan, started Johnson Products in 1954 on Chicago's South Side after securing a $250 loan. It grew into a hair care empire … |
| View Article | 5 p.m. | July 15, 2026 | CBS Local | City of Aurora tests for high lead levels with help from homeowners | https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/aurora-illinois-test-high-lead-levels/ | The City of Aurora is taking action against high lead levels found in drinking water that can impact children and pregnant women. Water tests revealed traces of the toxic metal in several homes. To help test for lead, some homeowners were given water testing kits. They had to fill all … |
| View Article | 5 p.m. | July 15, 2026 | CBS Local | Chicago Public Schools plans hundreds of layoffs, 5 furlough days to address $732 million deficit | https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/chicago-public-schools-budget-2026-27-layoffs-furlough-days/ | Chicago Public Schools officials on Wednesday announced plans to lay off hundreds of teachers and other staff and impose five furlough days to help close a $732 million deficit for next school year. The district's budget plan calls for laying off 760 teachers, 801 teachers' aides, and 162 central office … |
| View Article | 5 p.m. | July 15, 2026 | CBS Local | Peoples Gas cuts proposed rate hike by $58 million, but watchdogs say it's not enough | https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/peoples-gas-cuts-proposed-rate-hike/ | Peoples Gas submitted a new [ proposed rate hike ][1] to the state of Illinois that slashed 30%, or about $58 million, from their original proposal, but watchdog groups say that's still not enough. Peoples Gas previously proposed a $202 million rate hike, claiming it's needed to replace aging infrastructure … |
| View Article | 5 p.m. | July 15, 2026 | block-club-chicago | Magnolia Bakery Temporarily Closes Downtown After Inspectors Find Live Roaches, Fly Infestation | https://blockclubchicago.org/2026/07/15/magnolia-bakery-temporarily-closes-downtown-after-inspectors-find-live-roaches-fly-infestation/ | DOWNTOWN — Magnolia Bakery, a popular New York-based chain, temporarily closed its Loop location after failing a health inspection earlier this week. Inspectors with the Chicago Department of Public Health visited the bakery at 108 N. State St. Monday and found 13 live roaches crawling in cracks and crevices throughout … |
| View Article | 5 p.m. | July 15, 2026 | block-club-chicago | Midnight Circus Returns For Its 20th Year At Chicago Parks. Tickets Are On Sale Now | https://blockclubchicago.org/2026/07/15/midnight-circus-returns-for-its-20th-year-at-chicago-parks-tickets-are-on-sale-now/ | LINCOLN SQURE — Midnight Circus in the Parks will kick off its 20th season at Brighton Park with a free weekend of shows, and tickets for the rest of the season’s performances are now on sale. Midnight Circus founders Jeff and Julie Jenkins launched their unique brand of acrobatic entertainment … |
| View Article | 5 p.m. | July 15, 2026 | ABC Local | 2026 ESPY Awards: How to watch, who's nominated and more | https://abc7chicago.com/story/2026-espy-awards-how-watch-nominated-more/19514830/ | The [ 2026 ESPY Awards ][8] are here. A star-studded roster of the best athletes and entertainers will gather in New York City tonight to celebrate the greatest achievements in the world of sports over the past year. On the eve of the awards show, Golden State Warriors star Stephen … |
| View Article | 5 p.m. | July 15, 2026 | ABC Local | Houston mayor, police chief ask Texas Rangers for independent investigation into deadly ICE shooting | https://abc7chicago.com/story/houston-mayor-john-whitmire-police-chief-ask-texas-rangers-independent-investigation-deadly-ice-shooting/19514973/ | HOUSTON -- One week after 52-year-old Lorenzo Salgado Araujo was shot and killed during a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operation in Houston, dozens of residents packed Houston City Hall to demand an independent investigation and greater accountability from local leaders. The latest development came Tuesday evening, when Houston Police … |