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‘Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience�� lets fans explore an outdoor ‘Harry Potter�� world

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"Harry Potter" fans can enjoy an immersive night in nature while soaking up iconic glimpses from the "Harry Potter" and "Fantastic Beasts" franchise.  ‌   Muggles can buy a ticket and walk down a path with scenes and creatures from the "Harry Potter" and "Fantastic Beasts" franchise. 'Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience' lets fans explore an outdoor 'Harry Potter' world Muggles can buy a ticket and walk down a path with scenes and creatures from the "Harry Potter" and "Fantastic Beasts" franchise. Read Story Related articles: Fall 2025 in Chicago: Everything you need to know for books, theater, movies and more As 'SNL' begins its 51st season, an appreciation of those celeb 'bumper' photos © Copyright 202...

Appeals court denies bond for ex-Speaker Michael Madigan pending appeal; must report to prison Oct. 13

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That motion was denied in a one-page order from the 7th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals.  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ A federal appeals court Friday denied bond for ex-House Speaker Michael Madigan pending his appeal on corruption charges, a decision t...

Drone use restricted over Chicago after ‘credible threat’ to aircraft involved in immigration crackdown

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The drone restrictions, which cover a 15-nautical-mile radius centered on downtown Chicago that spans from Winnetka to Riverdale, are effective until Oct. 12. U.S. Customs and Border Protection says it requested sweeping restrictions on drone usage within the Chicago area because of a "credible threat." Drone use restricted over Chicago after 'credible threat' to aircraft involved in immigration crackdown U.S. Customs and Border Protection says it requested sweeping restrictions on drone usage within the Chicago area because of a "credible threat of small, unmanned aircraft systems being used against law enforcement." Read Story Related articles: Metra, CTA awarded federal grants that could require cooperation with immigration enforcement State, local officials establish 'unified command' to address safety concerns outside Broadview ICE ...