Copyright 2010 http://www.nbcchicago.com/news/top-stories en-us Tue, 09 Feb 2010 09:05:14 -0600 Tue, 09 Feb 2010 09:05:14 -0600 NBC Local Integrated Media http://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local-beat/Firefighters-Shake-Off-Spooky-Sightings-83871187.html Tue, 09 Feb 2010 06:45:15 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/Paranormal+Detectives+p1.jpg
Who else you going to call?

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local-beat/New-Cop-ontracts-No-Booze-on-the-Job-83878872.html Tue, 09 Feb 2010 09:00:42 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/Generic-Police.jpg
New rules make it even tougher for police to drink on the job.

]]> http://ads.pheedo.com/click.phdo?s=0fceb50ffe476245ba5c759db01c0703&p=4 0fceb50ffe476245ba5c759db01c0703 ]]> Tue, 09 Feb 2010 09:00:42 -0600 http://www.nbcchicago.com/news/politics/Quinn-Likes-Duckworth-83878517.html Tue, 09 Feb 2010 07:45:14 -0600 primary battle with Dan Hynes victorious, will he be able to overcome the damage done during the ugly battle in which he was accused of being fiscally incompetent? Can he shrug off the Blagojevich demons and win a full term?]]> http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/Election_Night_quinn_blurb.jpg
The Governor publicly demurred, but reports say he's got a favorite to replace Cohen.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/news/sports/Theo-Fleury-on-his-Blackhawk-days--Screw-This-83844507.html Mon, 08 Feb 2010 20:30:23 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/theo-fluery.jpg
Former Blackhawks opens up about drugs, alcohol and sex abuse.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/news/politics/NATL-Taking-Pulse-of-Obamas-Health-Care-Summit-83872902.html Tue, 09 Feb 2010 08:00:18 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*80/96465870.jpg
Bipartisan talk-a-thon carries healthy dose of political risk but also potential rewards for both parties, pundits say.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/news/politics/Pat-Quinn-on-Lt-Gov-83808662.html Mon, 08 Feb 2010 11:45:28 -0600 Hynes Weeps |
After speculation over a possible recount in the Democratic Governor’s race, a teary
Governor Quinn says he talked to Hynes this morning.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local-beat/pot-bust-83818167.html Mon, 08 Feb 2010 14:42:30 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/pot-citrus.jpg
Estimated $9.3 million worth of pot found among load of citrus at warehouse in Franklin Park.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/news/sports/Flat_Stanley_Visits_the_Chicago_Bears_Chicago.html Mon, 08 Feb 2010 20:20:40 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/flatstanleybears_640x480.jpg
Flat Stanley tried to prove he belonged with the Chicago Bears but just couldn't get any love.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/news/business/boeing-747-8-83843607.html Mon, 08 Feb 2010 20:23:02 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*80/020810+Boeing+1.jpg
After a year of delay, 747-8 finally lifts off.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local-beat/molinas-file-lawsuit-83836832.html Mon, 08 Feb 2010 18:30:11 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/Josh-Molina.jpg
Driver was speeding in wrong lane with headlights off, attorney says.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/entertainment/celebrity/Jacko-Doc-Charged-With-Manslaughter-83823582.html Mon, 08 Feb 2010 19:53:18 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/conrad+murray+surrender.jpg
Dr. Conrad Murray's camp says they'll fight the charges of involuntary manslaughter filed against Michael Jackson's personal physician.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local-beat/daley-inspector-general-83831562.html Mon, 08 Feb 2010 19:29:07 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/daley-020810.jpg
Bills move as an effort increase accountability, transparency.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local-beat/Stranded-Caught-in-a-Snowstorm-83808452.html Mon, 08 Feb 2010 15:33:28 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*83/stranded+church+group+p2.jpg
A Chicago church group was trapped by the monster storm in Maryland this weekend.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local-beat/AutoShowFacebook-83830162.html Mon, 08 Feb 2010 15:45:15 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/hybrid_alt_la_50796973_101+%2810%29.jpg
Old industry learns new tricks.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local-beat/monday-cta-cuts-83827342.html Mon, 08 Feb 2010 16:42:12 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/cta-buses.jpg
Crowded buses make for a rough commute, and a snow storm's coming too.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local-beat/Washington-Types-Chew-on-Carp-Issue-83819547.html Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:04:24 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/asian+carp.jpg
A full week of debate is scheduled over the voracious bottom-feeder.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local-beat/Belleville-Shows-Signs-of-Drug-Activity-Literally-83817602.html Mon, 08 Feb 2010 13:45:09 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*84/Drug+House+sign+p1.jpg
Drug dealers, here's your sign.

]]> http://ads.pheedo.com/click.phdo?s=e10bd1b918779e83609da13c900843b1&p=4 e10bd1b918779e83609da13c900843b1 ]]> Mon, 08 Feb 2010 13:45:09 -0600 http://www.nbcchicago.com/news/politics/NATL-Palin-for-President----You-Betcha.html Mon, 08 Feb 2010 08:30:22 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/Sarah+Palin+Tea+Party.jpg
The next presidential contest is still a couple years away, but pundits have already all but crowned Sarah Palin as the Republican frontrunner.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local-beat/Local-Fish-Joint-Wins-Beard-Award-83805247.html Mon, 08 Feb 2010 12:12:51 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*83/CalumetFisheries1.jpg
Calumet fisheries is no-frills, but it joins a group of linen-clad spots with latest honor.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local-beat/Winter-Storm-Blowing-In-83793407.html Tue, 09 Feb 2010 07:55:39 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*80/AP10020615673.jpg
With up to 15 inches predicted, transportation is an issue.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/news/politics/scott-lee-cohen-post-withdrawal-interview-83799752.html Mon, 08 Feb 2010 14:51:29 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/scott-lee-cohen1.jpg
Neither Madigan nor Quinn offer to reimburse the ex-Lt. Gov. nominee.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local-beat/Sick-Call-83798127.html Mon, 08 Feb 2010 11:00:31 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/cta-train-640x480.jpg
Flyers ask members to call off --- during the first rush-hour service cuts.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local-beat/Buff-8-Year-Old-Sets-Bench-Press-World-Record-83674497.html Mon, 08 Feb 2010 10:54:34 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/Andrew+Hedrich%27s+Bench+Press+p1.jpg
54-pound kid puts up 57 1/2 pounds. Get some.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local-beat/Snitch-on-Bad-Guys-at-Library.html Mon, 08 Feb 2010 06:30:10 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/Philadelphia+Library.jpg
Officials believe the library offers less-intimidating experience.

]]> http://ads.pheedo.com/click.phdo?s=3f137ce5a53bde09f69cee9d989b724e&p=4 3f137ce5a53bde09f69cee9d989b724e ]]> Mon, 08 Feb 2010 06:30:10 -0600 http://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local-beat/Daley-Couldnt-Save-the-Day--CTA-Cuts-Still-Planned-83710072.html Sun, 07 Feb 2010 16:07:51 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/cta-generic-bus-rider-waiting.jpg
Service cuts, layoffs start today.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local-beat/Fishy-PBJ-Makes-Kid-Jif-Finalist-83790442.html Mon, 08 Feb 2010 06:45:11 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*66/aurora8378900021.jpg
Eight-year-old boy pushes classic sandwich to new extremes.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local-beat/Kitten-Rescued-from-Van-Dashboard-83785017.html Mon, 08 Feb 2010 13:28:46 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/89849198.jpg
Look what the van dragged in.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/news/sports/The-Saints-Win-the-Super-Bowl-83774737.html Mon, 08 Feb 2010 07:00:43 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/drew-brees-0208.jpg
Mardi Gras won't be the biggest parade in New Orleans this year.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/news/sports/NATL-Super-Bowl-Sights-and-Sounds-83770372.html Mon, 08 Feb 2010 08:41:09 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/superadddD.jpg
The New Orleans Saints and Indianapolis Colts faced off Sunday at Miami's Sun Life Stadium in Florida. for the biggest game of the season. Take a look at these highlights from Super Bowl XLIV.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/news/politics/cohen-steps-down-83685472.html Mon, 08 Feb 2010 11:45:58 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/scott+lee+cohen.jpg
Scott Lee Cohen resigns "for the good of the party."

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local-beat/Man-Beaten-Robbed-Inside-Ontourage-Night-Club-157-Ontario-St-Chicago-nightclub-83760382.html Mon, 08 Feb 2010 12:22:10 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*80/night+club.jpg
A man is attacked and robbed while inside a downtown night club.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/news/sports/NATL-Experts-Break-Down-the-Big-Game-83743057.html Sun, 07 Feb 2010 06:30:14 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/super-bowl-trophy-0115.jpg
Who's got the edge in the final showdown? Here's the expert take:

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/news/sports/Ten-Fun-Super-Bowl-Facts-83754897.html Sun, 07 Feb 2010 10:00:19 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*89/96468695.jpg
From Carol Channing to crawfish to cute (Puppy Bowl!), here's ten things to know

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local-beat/Man-Charged-in-Womans-1984-Murder-Melvin-Green-Chicago-Cold-Case-Squad-83754207.html Sun, 07 Feb 2010 09:30:09 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/Melvin-GREEN.jpg
Police arrest, charge man with 24-year-old woman's murder.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/news/politics/Daley-Defensive-Over-Hoffmans-Political-Future-83710232.html Sat, 06 Feb 2010 09:00:19 -0600 School Raise
Mayor Daley
Might Hizzoner be embarrassed by Hoffman's commendable performance?

]]>