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Chicago Bears fans celebrate a huge 31-27 win over rival Green Bay Packers Saturday night. The wild-card playoff game at Soldier Field sends Chicago to the next round. The matchup opponent depends on other games this week. This victory marks the Bears’ first playoff win in 15 years. The NFL’s oldest rivalry met in postseason just three times before. Bears won 33-14 at Wrigley Field in 1941. Packers took a 21-14 NFC title game in 2011. Game-Day Buzz Tailgates packed Soldier Field lots early. Grills smoked with fans booing Packers supporters. Chicago buzzed after splitting tight regular-season games. Quarterback Caleb…

CHICAGO — Hundreds rallied against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement across the Chicago region Saturday. Protests responded to recent fatal shootings by federal agents. Demonstrators called for ICE to leave communities. The White House claims agents acted in self-defense. Crowds gathered in west suburbs like Forest Park and Berwyn, plus Chicago, South Elgin, and North Chicago. They honored victims and decried government actions. Key Protest Moments About 100 braved cold weather on Roosevelt Road in Forest Park. Organizer Walter Mitchell Jr. said, “It’s our country, our democracy—we must defend it.” Berwyn’s Jim Topczewski compared it to Kent State, urging more…

CICERO, Ill. — A 17-year-old student died after a shooting near Morton East High School. The attack happened Thursday around 3:20 p.m. in the 2100 block of South 59th Avenue. It came right after school let out. Police found the teen with gunshot wounds. He went to a hospital but did not survive. The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office named him Johan Adaree-Sanchez. School and Police Response Morton East High School shared the sad news on Facebook. They confirmed he was one of their students. No word yet on what led to the shooting or if anyone is in custody.…

Chicago offers fun events this weekend. From baseball tryouts to art markets and museums, plenty draws crowds. Families and friends find free and paid options across the city. Chicago Snowballs Baseball Tryouts Tryouts wrap up Friday at the Rosemont Dome. The Chicago Snowballs become the first pro co-ed baseball team. It mixes top baseball with circus acts, music, and live shows. Season starts May 3 at Kerry Wood Field. Handmade Market Chicago Mark 20 years of local creativity. This free indoor market spotlights Chicago makers. Browse cheap, eco-friendly goods with mimosas. Support new designers focused on green crafts. Balloon Museum’s…

ROCKFORD, Ill. — Police arrested a Chicago man for the murders of his ex-wife and her new husband, an Ohio dentist. Michael McKee faces charges after a multi-state manhunt. Court papers link him to the holiday killings. The victims, Monique Tepe and Spencer Tepe, died from gunshots in their Columbus home on December 30. Their two young kids were safe inside. Cops say the attack happened between 2 a.m. and 5 a.m. on the second floor. Arrest and Investigation McKee lives in Chicago’s Lincoln Park at the 2100 block of North Lincoln Park West. Detectives tracked him using neighborhood video.…

PARK RIDGE, Ill. — Police investigate a bad car crash with a pedestrian in north Chicago suburbs. It happened Saturday morning near Cumberland Avenue and Peterson Avenue around 6:20 a.m. Officers ask drivers to stay away from the area. Witnesses should call Park Ridge police at 847-318-5252 with tips. Crash Details No word yet on what caused the wreck. The pedestrian suffered serious hurts, but condition stays unknown. No names or vehicle info released. Police shut down parts of the roads for safety. This busy spot sees lots of early traffic. Cops work to clear the scene fast. Next Steps…

Chicago-area residents can save lives by donating blood. The 2026 Great Chicago Blood Drive begins soon. It partners with the American Red Cross for easy donation spots. Donors can give blood only every eight weeks, per U.S. Food and Drug Administration rules. Just three days remain to sign up for these events. Donation Schedule Day 1: Both sites open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Day 2: All sites open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Book appointments online or call 1-800-RED-CROSS. Why Donate? Real Stories Young patients like Madelyn Marino need blood transfusions. Diagnosed with leukemia at 23 months old, she…

ZION, Ill. — A 17-year-old girl faces charges after stabbing another student at Zion-Benton Township High School. The attack happened Friday morning on campus. Police took the suspect into custody soon after. The victim, also 17, suffered serious wounds. Paramedics rushed her to a hospital in Libertyville. Doctors listed her in critical condition. A school resource officer spotted the fight and called for backup right away. Incident Details Zion police got the call around mid-morning. The stabbing took place inside school grounds at 3900 West 21st Street. The suspect ran from the scene but officers caught her nearby. No weapon…

CHICAGO — A 26-year-old man suffered a serious gunshot wound to the throat early Sunday morning in Chicago’s Rogers Park neighborhood. Police responded to the 1700 block of West Albion Avenue around 5:50 a.m. The victim was outside when shot and could not speak due to his injuries. A passerby found him on his hands and knees, bleeding heavily. Officers spotted a blood trail from the street to a nearby apartment building’s third floor. Paramedics rushed him to St. Francis Hospital in Evanston, where he underwent surgery in critical condition. No arrests have been made, and the shooter fled on…

CHICAGO — Mariano’s South Loop grocery store will celebrate Lunar New Year with fun events. Expect lion dances and real Asian foods. The party starts Saturday, February 7, at 1615 S Clark St, Chicago, IL 60616. Guests can learn about traditions from different cultures while tasting dishes.​ Chef Bill Kim from Urbanbelly stopped by ABC7 Chicago. He shared details on this year’s event. He also showed how to cook Japchae, a tasty Korean noodle dish. Japchae mixes glass noodles with veggies, meat, and a sweet sauce. Event Highlights The celebration honors the Year of the Horse in 2026. It runs…