Also in the news: Feds seek R. Kelly sentence that would virtually guarantee singer never walks free; Reset music festival started selling tickets, without residents knowing; Candidate for Mundelein board of trustees makes racist comment and more.

Also in the news: Object downed by Air Force last week might be hobbyists' balloon from the suburbs; Man's body pulled from Chicago River; Children's Hospital at UofI hosting St. Baldrick's fundraiser and more.

Also in the news: Video shows off-duty cop fatally shoot man accused of grabbing her gun; R. Kelly lost his request today for a new trial in Chicago; Father of Highland Park shooter pleads not guilty and more.

Also in the news: Grand jury indicts father of accused Highland Park parade shooter; Markham police officer lost her job over alleged fraud involving the pandemic-related paycheck protection program; CPD warn of series of thefts at bars and restaurants and more.

Also in the news: Snow is coming to Chicago area tomorrow; Uptown high-rise residents protest, saying they live in disgusting conditions; Chicago nonprofit dedicated to making sure children's books reflect their lives and more.

Also in the news: Man shot in South Loop apartment during robbery attempt; Poll shows Chicagoans will not vote strictly along racial lines; St. Charles woman attacked while out for a run Monday evening and more.

Also in the news: Valentine's Day business is blooming for west suburban florist; 111-year-old woman is oldest Cook County voter; License plate readers installed in Oak Forest and more.

Also in the news: Northern Illinois University marks 15 years since shooting that killed 5 and injured 21; Passes bought for CTA and Pace buses will be accepted on both services; Kids on Medicaid less likely to get follow-up mental heath care and more.

Also in the news: Two men wounded after drive-by shooting in West Ridge; Man arrested in Joliet on suspicion of killing woman whose body was found in Nashville; Chicago bird conservation group wants to change its name due to its namesake and more.

Also in the news: Chicagoans have more options for early voting; Chicago's own Puppy Bowl raised awareness for pet adoption; Lake Zurich priest reinstated after child sex abuse allegations and more.