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A Chicago grandmother who lost her daughter to gun violence received an unforgettable surprise for Christmas thanks to fellow community members.

A major Costco egg recall due to possible salmonella was recently upgraded to a higher level by the Federal Drug Administration, NBC News reported, with officials saying those who consume the products could suffer “serious adverse health consequences or death.”

The strike, which began Friday in Los Angeles, Chicago and Starbucks’ hometown of Seattle, continued spreading to stores across the country over the weekend.

A lucky lottery player could see a Mega Millions Christmas miracle.

Tech companies led a broad rally for U.S. stocks Tuesday, a boost for the stock market before it closes early for Christmas Eve.

An Illinois State Trooper was struck and killed Monday night on I-55 in Will County while removing debris from the roadway after the driver of a car on the highway failed move over.

A man was in serious condition after a shooting late Tuesday morning in the Loop near a busy Chicago CTA station, the Chicago Fire Department said.

Many Chicago-area grocery and retailers have shortened hours on Christmas Eve. Here’s a full list.

The ground stop from American Airlines came on during one of the busiest travel weeks of the year at Chicago O’Hare International Airport

A “technical issue” led American Airlines to issue a nationwide ground stop on Christmas Eve morning, stopping more than 100 flights on one of the busiest travel days of the year.

A wrongfully convicted Chicago man who spent 33 years in prison was set to be released from custody on Monday night just in time for the holidays.

Drivers who purchased vehicles from a group of Illinois dealerships could qualify for a chunk of a proposed $20 million settlement.

The twinkling lights, upbeat music and hustle and bustle paints a joyful picture of the holiday season. But for some, the holidays are a painful reminder of what they’ve lost.