Also happening today, the number of COVID-19 cases in Illinois continues to rise; Indiana's public face mask order is not in effect through Aug. 26; there were some tense moments last night after the belongings of some people were found on a North Side beach, but there was no sign of them; and much more.

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In other news this morning: COVID-19 cases are increasing in the state, a push to ready substitute teachers in preparation for possible quarantines by full-time teachers, a fugitive from Illinois is arrested on the Indonesian island of Bali and an Aurora woman in prison for a murder-for-hire plot may get another chance to bring her case to a Kane County jury.

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And other stories: A Defend the Police rally Saturday in Grant Park that drew counter-protesters; Chicago police are searching for man accused of several stabbings; Residents concerned about environmental pollution on Chicago's southeast side; Governor Eric Holcomb has signed an executive order to make face masks mandatory across the state; and more.

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Other top stories this evening: Lake County school districts in the north suburbs are changing course and deciding school buildings will remain closed when the new term starts late next month; At least 10 people were hurt this morning in a multi-vehicle crash in Gresham on the South Side; A west suburban mosque is canceling prayer services for two weeks due to a COVID outbreak; and more. 

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And other stories: New rules kick in at midnight that could force some businesses to close their doors; The latest COVID numbers; Two women shot early today in South Shore; and more.

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Other top stories this evening: Cook County president renews call for criminal justice reform; NIU expert says 'hybrid' model probably best for students right now; Eastland disaster marks 105 years; and more. 

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Also happening today, a staple in the neighborhood near Wrigley Field, Guthrie’s Tavern, shut its doors for good last night; the operators of some Chicago area health and fitness clubs are concerned the latest COVID-related restrictions could hurt their return in business; the pandemic has removed the final hurdle to becoming a lawyer in Illinois; and much more.

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Also happening today, state health officials reported 1,624 new confirmed cases of coronavirus Thursday, along with 20 deaths; West Nile activity in DuPage County prompts a health advisory; a suburban driver is facing a long list of charges after he was found hiding under a car following a hit-and-run accident; and much more.

 

 

 

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In other top stories this evening: GOP candidates welcome federal agents to Chicago; Illinois coronavirus cases rise by more 1,600; Hoffman Estates tax revenue didn't drop as much as feared; and more. 

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Also happening today, federal prosecutors have subpoenaed documents from AT&T amid a criminal probe surrounding House Speaker Michael Madigan’s political operation; President Trump is sending federal agents to Chicago to help in the fight against gun violence; a 7-year-old boy is dead after an accident last night on the Chicago River; and much more.

 

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