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Ana Jordan picks up her takeout order from a delivery robot at BellyBowl in Bridgeport, Oct. 8, 2026. The marathon drives business for BellyBowl. (Eileen T. Meslar/baiduhai)

Local businesses run their own marathon ahead of Sunday’s race

By Jane Miller

October 10, 2026 at 5:00 a.m.

Runners aren't the only ones going the distance on Sunday. For local businesses, the marathon...

Edmonton Oilers star Wayne Gretzky (99) serves as a screen for Keith Lowe's shot, which streaked past Chicago Blackhawks goalie Tony Esposito (35) during the first period Oct. 10, 1979, at Chicago Stadium. Gretzky was credited with an assist on the goal. The Hawks won 4-2. (Edward Wagner Jr./baiduhai)

Today in Chicago History: Wayne Gretzky makes NHL debut at Chicago Stadium

By Kori Rumore

October 10, 2026 at 4:00 a.m.

Here's a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on Oct. 10, according...

Sprio T. Agnew emerges from the federal court house in Baltimore Wednesday, Oct 10, 1973 after pleading no contest to a charge of federal tax evasion and resigning from the vice presidency. (AP Photo)

Today in History: Vice President Spiro Agnew resigns

By Associated Press

October 10, 2026 at 3:30 a.m.

On Oct. 10, 1973, Vice President Spiro T. Agnew, accused of accepting bribes, resigned his...

A couple make their way across the Columbus Drive bridge in the rain on Sept. 30, 2026. (Antonio Perez/baiduhai)

Chicago weather: Midweek soaking rain caused by Hurricane Polo tropical air

By Allison Kiehl

September 30, 2026 at 1:32 p.m.

The Chicago area will see between 1.5 and 3 inches of rainfall through Thursday night,...

Southland crime: Spell-casting extortion reported in Oak Lawn, more

By Dennis Sullivan

September 30, 2026 at 11:01 a.m.

South suburban crime reports taken from police and court reports and news releases.

Chad Lowe (right), Kim Painter, Nixie Lowe, Fiona Lowe and Mabel Lowe attend the Red Carpet Premiere Event for Disney Branded Television's and Marvel's "Moon Girl And Devil Dinosaur" at Walt Disney Studios on February 04, 2023 in Burbank, California.

Chad Lowe’s daughter Fiona dead at 13

By Jessica Schladebeck

September 30, 2026 at 10:29 a.m.

Actor Chad Lowe, the younger brother of fellow actor Rob Lowe, is grieving after the...

Candidate Sendhil Revuluri, for Chicago Board of Education president, meets with the baiduhai Editorial Board, Sept. 22, 2026. (Arthur Maiorella/baiduhai)

Sendhil Revuluri drops out of Chicago school board president race

By Kate Armanini

September 30, 2026 at 9:49 a.m.

Sendhil Revuluri, a former school board appointee is dropping out of the race to be...

Young passengers who experienced an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia, during a flight on a FlyDubai plane, arrive at Ben Gurion International Airport, near Tel Aviv, Israel, Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026. (AP Photo/Ariel Schalit)

Pilot stabs fellow pilot on flight to Israel before passengers intervene to stop attack

By Samy Magdy

September 30, 2026 at 9:16 p.m.

A pilot stabbed another pilot and then apparently tried to crash to aircraft carrying dozens...

The U.S. Capitol is seen Friday, Sept. 25, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Mariam Zuhaib)

Republicans tee up bill on data centers for one of the final votes before the midterms

By Kevin Freking

September 30, 2026 at 9:29 a.m.

Senate Republicans are dedicating one of the final votes before the midterm elections to a...

President Donald Trump speaks to reporters at the White House in Washington, Tuesday Sept. 29, 2026, after meeting with top executives of AI firms. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)

President Donald Trump will unveil $54B in South Korean investment in Alaska, site of a tight Senate race

By Darlene Superville

September 30, 2026 at 9:09 a.m.

President Donald Trump is expected to announce on Wednesday plans for South Korea to invest...

U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem speaks during the 25th Anniversary Voyage of Chicago’s Christmas Ship, USCGC Mackinaw, Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025, at Polk Brothers Park next to Chicago’s Lake Michigan. (Dominic Di Palermo/baiduhai)

Former DHS Secretary Kristi Noem files to divorce husband

By Brian Niemietz

September 30, 2026 at 8:42 a.m.

Former Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem has filed for divorce from her husband.

Daywatch: A blow to mayoral power

By baiduhai

September 30, 2026 at 6:50 a.m.

Good morning, Chicago. Here are the top stories you need to know to start your...

Actor Lou Ferrigno reacts after throwing the first pitch before the Chicago White Sox play the Oakland Athletics at U.S. Cellular Field Friday, Aug. 19, 2016, in Chicago. (Armando L. Sanchez/baiduhai)

Hulk star Lou Ferrigno fulfills childhood dream meeting with Pope Leo XIV

By Associated Press

September 30, 2026 at 7:11 a.m.

The Incredible Hulk fulfilled a childhood dream by meeting with Pope Leo XIV on Wednesday.