Chicago Tribunehttps://www.chicagotribune.comen-US© 2024 Chicago TribuneChicago Tribune News FeedSat, 06 Jan 2024 02:28:44 +00001hourly1Veteran catcher Martín Maldonado brings his durability to the Chicago White Sox: ‘I love to play’https://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/white-sox/ct-chicago-white-sox-martin-maldonado-20240106-adtnjjjmwrej7bkxsvh4foh6d4-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/white-sox/ct-chicago-white-sox-martin-maldonado-20240106-adtnjjjmwrej7bkxsvh4foh6d4-story.htmlLaMond PopeSat, 06 Jan 2024 02:16:48 +0000The Chicago White Sox finalized a one-year, $4.25 million contract with veteran catcher Martín Maldonado on Friday. The deal includes a club option for 2025.The Chicago White Sox finalized a one-year, $4.25 million contract with veteran catcher Martín Maldonado on Friday. The deal includes a club option for 2025.

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Body on Blue Line tracks near O’Hare halts afternoon rush hourhttps://www.chicagotribune.com/news/breaking/ct-dead-body-blue-line-20240105-20240106-l7eh5s6a3jeqdidc5t5qghnnmy-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/breaking/ct-dead-body-blue-line-20240105-20240106-l7eh5s6a3jeqdidc5t5qghnnmy-story.htmlCaroline KubzanskySat, 06 Jan 2024 01:19:25 +0000The finding of human remains halted traffic on the transit line for about three hours on Friday afternoon, officials said.The finding of human remains halted traffic on the transit line for about three hours on Friday afternoon, officials said.

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Chicago Bears middle linebacker Tremaine Edmunds buys Northbrook home for $1.4Mhttps://www.chicagotribune.com/real-estate/elite-street/ct-re-elite-street-tremaine-edmund-20240106-iewj6brnefc7dm2rimcg2jvrmm-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/real-estate/elite-street/ct-re-elite-street-tremaine-edmund-20240106-iewj6brnefc7dm2rimcg2jvrmm-story.htmlBob GoldsboroughSat, 06 Jan 2024 01:32:09 +0000The contemporary-style house had been listed in March for just under $1.5 million.The contemporary-style house had been listed in March for just under $1.5 million.

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Connor Bedard exits with an injury early in the Chicago Blackhawks-New Jersey Devils gamehttps://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/blackhawks/ctchicago-blackhawks-connor-bedard-injured-20240106-dgnjwe3cdfahtdodpuvnqmp5vy-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/blackhawks/ctchicago-blackhawks-connor-bedard-injured-20240106-dgnjwe3cdfahtdodpuvnqmp5vy-story.htmlPhil ThompsonSat, 06 Jan 2024 01:25:41 +0000Chicago Blackhawks rookie Connor Bedard was injured in the first period against the New Jersey Devils on Friday. The team said he would not return but didn't offer details of the injury.Chicago Blackhawks rookie Connor Bedard was injured in the first period against the New Jersey Devils on Friday. The team said he would not return but didn't offer details of the injury.

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Former NJ Gov. Chris Christie adds his name to list of Republican presidential candidates trying to get on Illinois primary ballothttps://www.chicagotribune.com/politics/ct-illinois-president-race-filing-20240106-ykdadnshkrcwdpayge67bjxhqu-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/politics/ct-illinois-president-race-filing-20240106-ykdadnshkrcwdpayge67bjxhqu-story.htmlRick PearsonSat, 06 Jan 2024 00:52:13 +0000Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie filed to get on the Illinois presidential primary ballot, joining former President Donald Trump, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and former United Nations ambassador Nikki Haley.Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie filed to get on the Illinois presidential primary ballot, joining former President Donald Trump, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and former United Nations ambassador Nikki Haley.

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Connor Bedard takes historic All-Star nod in stride: ‘It’s just exciting to be a part of it,’ Chicago Blackhawks rookie sayshttps://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/blackhawks/ct-chicago-blackhawks-connor-bedard-all-star-20240106-36dthlxsnzdeplxm7dfgmffrya-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/blackhawks/ct-chicago-blackhawks-connor-bedard-all-star-20240106-36dthlxsnzdeplxm7dfgmffrya-story.htmlPhil ThompsonSat, 06 Jan 2024 00:30:26 +0000Chicago Blackhawks rookie Connor Bedard isn’t sure about what NHL All-Star skills competition, if any, he would pick: “If I’m in it, hopefully I'll do all right.”Chicago Blackhawks rookie Connor Bedard isn’t sure about what NHL All-Star skills competition, if any, he would pick: “If I’m in it, hopefully I'll do all right.”

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Chicago homicides in 2024: 1 person slain. Here’s how that compares with previous years.https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/ct-2024-chicago-homicides-data-tracker-20240105-2flgazcmr5f3nillgt6q4qggse-list.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/ct-2024-chicago-homicides-data-tracker-20240105-2flgazcmr5f3nillgt6q4qggse-list.htmlKori RumoreSat, 06 Jan 2024 00:12:34 +0000Chicago homicide data, which is updated on this page weekly, is through Jan. 2, 2024.Chicago homicide data, which is updated on this page weekly, is through Jan. 2, 2024.

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Town of Griffith considered purchasing hometown airport before deal with Garyhttps://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/post-tribune/ct-ptb-griffith-airport-reax-st-0106-20240105-f6co6fykmfgc7eg3s4fbum7gsu-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/post-tribune/ct-ptb-griffith-airport-reax-st-0106-20240105-f6co6fykmfgc7eg3s4fbum7gsu-story.htmlJim MastersSat, 06 Jan 2024 00:18:42 +0000It may bear its name, but the opportunity for the town of Griffith to own and operate the Griffith-Merrillville Airport has come and gone now that Gary/Chicago International Airport (GCIA) has acquired the facility in a $1.8 million deal announced on Dec. 13.It may bear its name, but the opportunity for the town of Griffith to own and operate the Griffith-Merrillville Airport has come and gone now that Gary/Chicago International Airport (GCIA) has acquired the facility in a $1.8 million deal announced on Dec. 13.

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Slow start? It doesn’t matter when point guard Connor Williams comes through for Stagg. ‘Best player on the court.’https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/daily-southtown/sports/ct-sta-bbk-stagg-lww-st-0107-20240106-xvt2hdm74rdbffdn4qqbwvzade-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/daily-southtown/sports/ct-sta-bbk-stagg-lww-st-0107-20240106-xvt2hdm74rdbffdn4qqbwvzade-story.htmlSteve MillarSat, 06 Jan 2024 00:16:28 +0000Connor Williams, who made more of a name for himself with a big performance in the Jack Tosh Holiday Classic, continued his surge Friday.Connor Williams, who made more of a name for himself with a big performance in the Jack Tosh Holiday Classic, continued his surge Friday.

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Crown Point woman gets 46 months for embezzling $490k for vacations, cocaine, plastic surgery: recordshttps://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/post-tribune/ct-ptb-duchscher-st-0107-20240105-r5ymbkpyxjhmra7gk2kn3qog7e-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/post-tribune/ct-ptb-duchscher-st-0107-20240105-r5ymbkpyxjhmra7gk2kn3qog7e-story.htmlMeredith Colias-PeteFri, 05 Jan 2024 23:47:30 +0000A Crown Point woman was sentenced to 46 months Thursday for stealing $490,000 from her job for vacations, drugs and plastic surgery.A Crown Point woman was sentenced to 46 months Thursday for stealing $490,000 from her job for vacations, drugs and plastic surgery.

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Niles looks to 2024 with Golf Mill redevelopment, safer crosswalks, luxe housing, library roof repair, replacing fire stationhttps://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/niles/ct-nhs-2024-plans-tl-0111-20240105-fnifnhhs6zehleun7oiv2u7t3y-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/niles/ct-nhs-2024-plans-tl-0111-20240105-fnifnhhs6zehleun7oiv2u7t3y-story.htmlRichard RequenaFri, 05 Jan 2024 23:38:38 +0000Niles Mayor George Alpogianis told Pioneer Press his plans for the upcoming year. Economic development, capital projects and keeping up with the police and fire pensions were some of his priorities.Niles Mayor George Alpogianis told Pioneer Press his plans for the upcoming year. Economic development, capital projects and keeping up with the police and fire pensions were some of his priorities.

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Kevin Warren — facing key decisions with the Chicago Bears — announces $1M donation from foundation to Lurie Children’s Hospitalhttps://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/bears/ct-chicago-bears-kevin-warren-lurie-20240105-xqtguichobezlepxkrrr63lbwm-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/bears/ct-chicago-bears-kevin-warren-lurie-20240105-xqtguichobezlepxkrrr63lbwm-story.htmlColleen KaneFri, 05 Jan 2024 23:43:59 +0000Chicago Bears President and CEO Kevin Warren and his wife, Greta, announced on Friday that their foundation would be donating $1 million to Lurie Children’s Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders.Chicago Bears President and CEO Kevin Warren and his wife, Greta, announced on Friday that their foundation would be donating $1 million to Lurie Children’s Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders.

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Column: As number of respiratory virus cases goes up, some Aurora area hospitals requiring masks againhttps://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/aurora-beacon-news/opinion/ct-abn-crosby-masks-hospitals-st-0107-20240105-mzp7l7elbrdvfe3rh6gzlfoam4-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/aurora-beacon-news/opinion/ct-abn-crosby-masks-hospitals-st-0107-20240105-mzp7l7elbrdvfe3rh6gzlfoam4-story.htmlDenise CrosbyFri, 05 Jan 2024 23:42:27 +0000Hospitals recommending - and in some cases requiring - masks as the flu, COVID-19 and RSV gain traction this winter.Hospitals recommending - and in some cases requiring - masks as the flu, COVID-19 and RSV gain traction this winter.

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Ex-officer gets 14 months in jail for his role in the death of Elijah McClainhttps://www.chicagotribune.com/news/criminal-justice/ct-aud-nw-officer-sentenced-elijah-mcclain-case-20240105-a2nza4wjmjea3bzi7sazaiyrri-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/criminal-justice/ct-aud-nw-officer-sentenced-elijah-mcclain-case-20240105-a2nza4wjmjea3bzi7sazaiyrri-story.htmlColleen SlevinFri, 05 Jan 2024 23:22:57 +0000A former Colorado officer has been sentenced to 14 months in jail in the death of Elijah McClain.A former Colorado officer has been sentenced to 14 months in jail in the death of Elijah McClain.

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After long fits and starts, federal gang conspiracy trial against ‘O-Block’ gang moves to closing argumentshttps://www.chicagotribune.com/news/criminal-justice/ct-fed-gang-trial-o-block-closings-20240105-g2en3cgf3rbt3hufdjcf253jmu-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/criminal-justice/ct-fed-gang-trial-o-block-closings-20240105-g2en3cgf3rbt3hufdjcf253jmu-story.htmlSam CharlesFri, 05 Jan 2024 23:15:51 +0000Prosecutors on Friday presented closing arguments in the racketeering case of six purported gang members charged with carrying out the brazen, broad-daylight murder of drill rapper FBG Duck.Prosecutors on Friday presented closing arguments in the racketeering case of six purported gang members charged with carrying out the brazen, broad-daylight murder of drill rapper FBG Duck.

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Business groups sue to halt ballot question on raising real estate taxes to pay for homeless serviceshttps://www.chicagotribune.com/politics/elections/ct-referendum-bring-chicago-home-lawsuit-20240105-arbocke5pbevjjngcnkbzmxhtq-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/politics/elections/ct-referendum-bring-chicago-home-lawsuit-20240105-arbocke5pbevjjngcnkbzmxhtq-story.htmlA.D. QuigFri, 05 Jan 2024 22:26:33 +0000The suit was filed Friday in Cook County Circuit Court by opponents of a tax increase on higher-priced property sales. They have fought the proposal, claiming it will dampen sales in an already-fragile market.The suit was filed Friday in Cook County Circuit Court by opponents of a tax increase on higher-priced property sales. They have fought the proposal, claiming it will dampen sales in an already-fragile market.

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Iowa principal critically injured in school shooting risked himself to protect students, police say https://www.chicagotribune.com/midwest/iowa-school-shooting-teen-20240105-twxqy6h5yzcvrn4ejpsmbacnzu-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/midwest/iowa-school-shooting-teen-20240105-twxqy6h5yzcvrn4ejpsmbacnzu-story.htmlNicholas Riccardi and Hannah FingerhutFri, 05 Jan 2024 23:00:07 +0000An Iowa principal critically injured in a school shooting put himself at extra risk by trying to protect students from the teenage gunman.An Iowa principal critically injured in a school shooting put himself at extra risk by trying to protect students from the teenage gunman.

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The Rev. Raymond Goedert, Andrea Doria survivor and high-ranking priest who failed to report sexual abuse cases, dies at 96https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/obituaries/ct-raymond-goedert-obituary-20240105-hk6yid5uxfg6noqsrtq3psqxh4-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/obituaries/ct-raymond-goedert-obituary-20240105-hk6yid5uxfg6noqsrtq3psqxh4-story.htmlBob GoldsboroughFri, 05 Jan 2024 22:48:19 +0000The Rev. Raymond Goedert was a confidant of cardinals who served as acting head of the Archdiocese of Chicago after Cardinal Joseph Bernardin died in 1996, and later acknowledged his failure to report sexual abuse accusations against priests.The Rev. Raymond Goedert was a confidant of cardinals who served as acting head of the Archdiocese of Chicago after Cardinal Joseph Bernardin died in 1996, and later acknowledged his failure to report sexual abuse accusations against priests.

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Chicago man charged with first-degree murder in double homicide New Year’s Day in Calumet Cityhttps://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/daily-southtown/ct-sta-calumet-city-homicides-st-0107-20240105-dpu7adivqvfohgeevyrng67mae-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/daily-southtown/ct-sta-calumet-city-homicides-st-0107-20240105-dpu7adivqvfohgeevyrng67mae-story.htmlMike NolanFri, 05 Jan 2024 22:45:24 +0000A Chicago man, Pedro Tovar, is being held in Cook County Jail after being charged with murder in the deaths of Eduardo Chavez and Corrine Mirelez on New Year's Day in Calumet City.A Chicago man, Pedro Tovar, is being held in Cook County Jail after being charged with murder in the deaths of Eduardo Chavez and Corrine Mirelez on New Year's Day in Calumet City.

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BetMGM bonus code TRIB1500 nets 20% deposit match for NFL, any game this weekendhttps://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/betting/promo-codes/ct-betmgm-bonus-code-deposit-match-jan-5-20240105-bareh7cfcvhafgmwe44nh6nile-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/betting/promo-codes/ct-betmgm-bonus-code-deposit-match-jan-5-20240105-bareh7cfcvhafgmwe44nh6nile-story.htmlIan FirstenbergFri, 05 Jan 2024 22:45:00 +0000Unlock a 20 percent deposit match with a $1.5K cap with the BetMGM bonus code TRIB1500, that will apply to any NFL, other game.Unlock a 20 percent deposit match with a $1.5K cap with the BetMGM bonus code TRIB1500, that will apply to any NFL, other game.

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Matthew Reum, survivor of pickup truck crash, speaks out: ‘Thank you for revitalizing my hope in humanity’https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/post-tribune/ct-ptb-matt-reum-update-st-0105-20240104-2t7pqi47tbb5fehownwvb4xh3m-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/post-tribune/ct-ptb-matt-reum-update-st-0105-20240104-2t7pqi47tbb5fehownwvb4xh3m-story.htmlAmy LavalleyThu, 04 Jan 2024 22:16:13 +0000In two often emotional videos posted late Thursday morning to Facebook, Matthew Reum humbly thanked the many people who have supported him since two fishermen found his crushed pickup truck under Interstate 94 along Salt Creek more than a week ago, and provided an update on his medical condition.In two often emotional videos posted late Thursday morning to Facebook, Matthew Reum humbly thanked the many people who have supported him since two fishermen found his crushed pickup truck under Interstate 94 along Salt Creek more than a week ago, and provided an update on his medical condition.

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Aurora City Council continues examination of new rules for ward fundshttps://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/aurora-beacon-news/ct-abn-aurora-ward-funds-st-0108-20240105-ceainwjcgncijhueyqgawjrrny-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/aurora-beacon-news/ct-abn-aurora-ward-funds-st-0108-20240105-ceainwjcgncijhueyqgawjrrny-story.htmlSteve LordFri, 05 Jan 2024 22:25:16 +0000The City Council agreed to hold the latest version of an ordinance regulating how aldermanic initiative funds are spent at the Committee of the Whole for two weeks. At that point, aldermen are hoping to go over a final version to vote on by the end of the month.The City Council agreed to hold the latest version of an ordinance regulating how aldermanic initiative funds are spent at the Committee of the Whole for two weeks. At that point, aldermen are hoping to go over a final version to vote on by the end of the month.

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Bears vs. Packers player props: Week 18 NFL odds, predictions, best betshttps://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/betting/ct-bears-packers-player-props-week-18-nfl-picks-20240105-i4xrdmwquzfhxftb44wyeeqxeu-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/betting/ct-bears-packers-player-props-week-18-nfl-picks-20240105-i4xrdmwquzfhxftb44wyeeqxeu-story.htmlAction Network StaffFri, 05 Jan 2024 22:19:35 +0000The spread for Sunday's Bears vs. Packers rivalry looks about right, so we’re going a different route with our betting recommendations. We found three player props that make a lot of sense.The spread for Sunday's Bears vs. Packers rivalry looks about right, so we’re going a different route with our betting recommendations. We found three player props that make a lot of sense.

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The Supreme Court will decide if Donald Trump can be kept off 2024 presidential ballotshttps://www.chicagotribune.com/politics/elections/ct-aud-nw-supreme-court-trump-presidential-ballot-20240105-355e5euberdkvihalmj3btfofy-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/politics/elections/ct-aud-nw-supreme-court-trump-presidential-ballot-20240105-355e5euberdkvihalmj3btfofy-story.htmlMark Sherman and Nicholas RiccardiFri, 05 Jan 2024 22:10:50 +0000The Supreme Court will decide whether former President Donald Trump can be kept off the 2024 presidential ballot because of his efforts to overturn his 2020 election loss that culminated in the U.S. Capitol attack.The Supreme Court will decide whether former President Donald Trump can be kept off the 2024 presidential ballot because of his efforts to overturn his 2020 election loss that culminated in the U.S. Capitol attack.

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Handful of migrant buses arrive in Wilmette in recent dayshttps://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/wilmette/ct-wlm-migrant-buses-tl-0111-20240105-2bt6s3crdnh5vdobkiny7bssvm-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/wilmette/ct-wlm-migrant-buses-tl-0111-20240105-2bt6s3crdnh5vdobkiny7bssvm-story.htmlAlex HulvalchickFri, 05 Jan 2024 22:10:05 +0000Six buses of migrants from Texas have arrived in Wilmette in the past week, leading to them being rerouted or the riders having to disembark and ride into Chicago on the Metra.Six buses of migrants from Texas have arrived in Wilmette in the past week, leading to them being rerouted or the riders having to disembark and ride into Chicago on the Metra.

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After weeks of testing, CTA Yellow Line reopens: ‘It makes it a lot easier’https://www.chicagotribune.com/business/transportation/ct-biz-yellow-line-reopens-dorval-carter-press-conference-20240105-hulhphqp2jhflfhhh36mszxvuq-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/business/transportation/ct-biz-yellow-line-reopens-dorval-carter-press-conference-20240105-hulhphqp2jhflfhhh36mszxvuq-story.htmlSarah FreishtatFri, 05 Jan 2024 20:42:02 +0000The CTA has attributed the lengthy closure to a desire to ensure the line, also known as the Skokie Swift, was safe before reopening.The CTA has attributed the lengthy closure to a desire to ensure the line, also known as the Skokie Swift, was safe before reopening.

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Christkindlmarket in Aurora draws 240,000 visitors during holiday seasonhttps://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/aurora-beacon-news/ct-abn-christkindl-final-numbers-aurora-st-0107-20240105-jupwfkkmqfa77gqfhwqiumu2ju-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/aurora-beacon-news/ct-abn-christkindl-final-numbers-aurora-st-0107-20240105-jupwfkkmqfa77gqfhwqiumu2ju-story.htmlSteve LordFri, 05 Jan 2024 22:06:16 +0000About 240,000 people visited Christkindlmarket at RiverEdge Park in Aurora during the holiday season, a big increase over the numbers in 2022, according to attendance figures released by event organizers Friday.About 240,000 people visited Christkindlmarket at RiverEdge Park in Aurora during the holiday season, a big increase over the numbers in 2022, according to attendance figures released by event organizers Friday.

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Harvey tops Cook County suburbs in 2023 homicides, Chicago Heights and Dolton each recorded 12 killingshttps://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/daily-southtown/ct-sta-southland-homicides-2023-st-0107-20240105-l62nsvthjnbntntxf5ip5m6pyy-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/daily-southtown/ct-sta-southland-homicides-2023-st-0107-20240105-l62nsvthjnbntntxf5ip5m6pyy-story.htmlMike NolanFri, 05 Jan 2024 22:02:28 +0000With 13 homicides in 2023, Harvey recorded the most killings of any Cook County suburb, according to data from the Cook County medical examiner's office, while a dozen homicides were each reported in Chicago Heights and Dolton.With 13 homicides in 2023, Harvey recorded the most killings of any Cook County suburb, according to data from the Cook County medical examiner's office, while a dozen homicides were each reported in Chicago Heights and Dolton.

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Corrections and clarificationshttps://www.chicagotribune.com/news/corrections/ct-claris-0106-20240105-lwge3yzbu5eixm23dacpsxq574-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/corrections/ct-claris-0106-20240105-lwge3yzbu5eixm23dacpsxq574-story.htmlFri, 05 Jan 2024 21:58:08 +0000Corrections and clarifications for Jan. 6, 2024Corrections and clarifications for Jan. 6, 2024

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Wayne LaPierre resigns as longtime leader of the NRA days before corruption trialhttps://www.chicagotribune.com/nation-world/ct-aud-nw-nra-lapierre-resigns-20240105-vjgvgnt7lrarzegk4aweueamky-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/nation-world/ct-aud-nw-nra-lapierre-resigns-20240105-vjgvgnt7lrarzegk4aweueamky-story.htmlMichael R. Sisak, Lindsay Whitehurst and Jake BleibergFri, 05 Jan 2024 21:55:17 +0000The longtime head of the National Rifle Association is resigning, just days before the start of a New York civil trial that’s poised to scrutinize his leadership of the powerful gun rights organization.The longtime head of the National Rifle Association is resigning, just days before the start of a New York civil trial that’s poised to scrutinize his leadership of the powerful gun rights organization.

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Oak Brook officials taking proactive approach to possibilty of migrant buses from Texas affecting the village https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/ct-dob-migrant-buses-tl-0111-20240105-hkhzrwru2rem7m3not4zy2tbey-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/ct-dob-migrant-buses-tl-0111-20240105-hkhzrwru2rem7m3not4zy2tbey-story.htmlChuck FieldmanFri, 05 Jan 2024 21:54:50 +0000Village officials have contingency plans in place and are prepared to take any necessary and legal actions to implement permissible regulations to minimize the impact of illegal migration in Oak Brook.Village officials have contingency plans in place and are prepared to take any necessary and legal actions to implement permissible regulations to minimize the impact of illegal migration in Oak Brook.

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Best Ohio sportsbooks: Review the best Ohio betting sites and appshttps://www.chicagotribune.com/betting/ct-best-ohio-betting-sites-apps-20221208-por2nqyv2fapvljzdlcquwwy34-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/betting/ct-best-ohio-betting-sites-apps-20221208-por2nqyv2fapvljzdlcquwwy34-story.htmlIan FirstenbergFri, 05 Jan 2024 21:48:38 +0000Review the best Ohio sports betting sites and apps ahead of the Jan. 1, 2023 launch date.Review the best Ohio sports betting sites and apps ahead of the Jan. 1, 2023 launch date.

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5 things to watch in the Chicago Bears-Green Bay Packers game — plus our Week 18 predictionshttps://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/bears/ct-chicago-bears-green-bay-packers-week-18-20240105-i2353foqrbbyhnf4jeoejzhtty-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/bears/ct-chicago-bears-green-bay-packers-week-18-20240105-i2353foqrbbyhnf4jeoejzhtty-story.htmlColleen Kane, Dan WiedererFri, 05 Jan 2024 21:46:20 +0000Quarterbacks Jordan Love and Justin Fields both have a lot at stake in Sunday's game between the Green Bay Packers and Chicago Bears at Lambeau Field.Quarterbacks Jordan Love and Justin Fields both have a lot at stake in Sunday's game between the Green Bay Packers and Chicago Bears at Lambeau Field.

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New York seeks $370 million in penalties in Donald Trump’s civil fraud trialhttps://www.chicagotribune.com/news/criminal-justice/ct-aud-nw-trump-fraud-lawsuit-20240105-nan62vvcfrfvpafjp5itr5rocm-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/criminal-justice/ct-aud-nw-trump-fraud-lawsuit-20240105-nan62vvcfrfvpafjp5itr5rocm-story.htmlJennifer PeltzFri, 05 Jan 2024 21:45:16 +0000New York state lawyers are increasing their request for penalties to $370 million in former President Donald Trump’s civil business fraud trial.New York state lawyers are increasing their request for penalties to $370 million in former President Donald Trump’s civil business fraud trial.

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From the Farm: New year begins with taste of rosehips, scent of rose petalshttps://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/post-tribune/ct-ptb-potempa-col-st-0107-20240105-by24xprqfnegrnqqbs7eqpfsly-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/post-tribune/ct-ptb-potempa-col-st-0107-20240105-by24xprqfnegrnqqbs7eqpfsly-story.htmlPhilip PotempaFri, 05 Jan 2024 21:36:32 +0000Jan. 1, 2024 marked the 135th Tournament of Roses Parade televised from Pasadena, California, a fragrant tradition of flower-constructed floats launched in 1890 to usher in the Rose Bowl college football game. Only during the wartime years of World War II and the pause of 2021 during the COVID-19 pandemic has the annual event ever been interrupted.Jan. 1, 2024 marked the 135th Tournament of Roses Parade televised from Pasadena, California, a fragrant tradition of flower-constructed floats launched in 1890 to usher in the Rose Bowl college football game. Only during the wartime years of World War II and the pause of 2021 during the COVID-19 pandemic has the annual event ever been interrupted.

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Blue Island Hometown Heroes program to begin third year of honoring veteranshttps://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/daily-southtown/ct-sta-blue-island-honors-veterans-st-0105-20240105-357wmmmcjrdb3grj6wes5wfqqq-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/daily-southtown/ct-sta-blue-island-honors-veterans-st-0105-20240105-357wmmmcjrdb3grj6wes5wfqqq-story.htmlHank SandersFri, 05 Jan 2024 21:25:11 +0000Blue Island City Clerk Raeann Zylman suggested the Hometown Heroes program after seeing similar displays in Lansing.Blue Island City Clerk Raeann Zylman suggested the Hometown Heroes program after seeing similar displays in Lansing.

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Neri Oxman soft launches her new company amid plagiarism dramahttps://www.chicagotribune.com/nation-world/ct-aud-nw-neri-oxman-company-plagiarism-drama-20240105-x4iesblrmrctxiaauomhdmtu2q-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/nation-world/ct-aud-nw-neri-oxman-company-plagiarism-drama-20240105-x4iesblrmrctxiaauomhdmtu2q-story.htmlNate BergFri, 05 Jan 2024 21:10:10 +0000Neri Oxman, a designer, academic, and artist focused on the intersection of biology, materials science, and architecture, has been accused of improperly citing several sections of her 2010 doctoral thesis.Neri Oxman, a designer, academic, and artist focused on the intersection of biology, materials science, and architecture, has been accused of improperly citing several sections of her 2010 doctoral thesis.

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Amid January flu and COVID season, some hospitals are asking patients to mask up againhttps://www.chicagotribune.com/news/breaking/ct-breaking-rush-university-mask-policies-covid-influenza-spike-20240105-ey7t4bmjubbqpi2sklmtmanwbu-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/breaking/ct-breaking-rush-university-mask-policies-covid-influenza-spike-20240105-ey7t4bmjubbqpi2sklmtmanwbu-story.htmlIlana Arougheti Fri, 05 Jan 2024 17:15:40 +0000As flu season continues in Chicago, some hospitals are reinstating mask mandates on site.As flu season continues in Chicago, some hospitals are reinstating mask mandates on site.

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2024 session sees renewed push for marijuana legalization at Indiana Statehousehttps://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/post-tribune/ct-ptb-legislation-marijuana-legal-st-0108-20240105-wfrd5ll3h5c3tb3jt7pvyfign4-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/post-tribune/ct-ptb-legislation-marijuana-legal-st-0108-20240105-wfrd5ll3h5c3tb3jt7pvyfign4-story.htmlAlex DaltonFri, 05 Jan 2024 21:06:05 +0000Indiana Democrats and some Republicans will once again seek to pass legislation legalizing marijuana during the 2024 legislative session, which begins on Monday.Indiana Democrats and some Republicans will once again seek to pass legislation legalizing marijuana during the 2024 legislative session, which begins on Monday.

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Letters to the Editor: It’s tough saying goodbye to your best friendhttps://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/elgin-courier-news/opinion/ct-ecn-elgin-letters-st-0107-20240105-n7y3edzkqjeylofec5lapx44pe-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/elgin-courier-news/opinion/ct-ecn-elgin-letters-st-0107-20240105-n7y3edzkqjeylofec5lapx44pe-story.htmlFri, 05 Jan 2024 21:05:28 +0000Letters to the editor submitted to The Courier-News.Letters to the editor submitted to The Courier-News.

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Lake County municipalities scramble to regulate migrant bus drop-offs; ‘I don’t think that’s the way people should be treated’https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/ct-lns-highwood-regulate-bus-migrant-drop-off-st-0103-20240103-tvzjgygpq5dj7m6emxvhx5a3my-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/ct-lns-highwood-regulate-bus-migrant-drop-off-st-0103-20240103-tvzjgygpq5dj7m6emxvhx5a3my-story.htmlChloe Hilles, Steve SadinWed, 03 Jan 2024 20:06:41 +0000In Lake County, the cities of Waukegan, North Chicago and Highwood — and villages of Grayslake and Buffalo Grove — approved ordinances Tuesday to regulate unscheduled migrant buses at their respective council meetings.In Lake County, the cities of Waukegan, North Chicago and Highwood — and villages of Grayslake and Buffalo Grove — approved ordinances Tuesday to regulate unscheduled migrant buses at their respective council meetings.

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Gourmet mushroom business keeps growing for Aurora father and his sonshttps://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/aurora-beacon-news/ct-abn-mushroom-growing-st-0107-20240105-mms5qgp7kfed3is4j25qjlpnni-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/aurora-beacon-news/ct-abn-mushroom-growing-st-0107-20240105-mms5qgp7kfed3is4j25qjlpnni-story.htmlDavid SharosFri, 05 Jan 2024 21:03:55 +0000Two years ago, Kevin Lenerville, 66, of Aurora, and his sons Jeremy, 40, and Matthew, 32, launched an indoor mushroom farm known as Fae Forest Fungi, a name inspired by Celtic mythology and the forests where the edible fungus often grows.Two years ago, Kevin Lenerville, 66, of Aurora, and his sons Jeremy, 40, and Matthew, 32, launched an indoor mushroom farm known as Fae Forest Fungi, a name inspired by Celtic mythology and the forests where the edible fungus often grows.

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Decent: America’s anything goes attitude toward attire can be a breath of fresh air — sometimeshttps://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/naperville-sun/opinion/ct-nvs-decent-column-st-0107-20240105-suuqbqxbzfebdoka7a7bxgvr7q-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/naperville-sun/opinion/ct-nvs-decent-column-st-0107-20240105-suuqbqxbzfebdoka7a7bxgvr7q-story.htmlHilary DecentFri, 05 Jan 2024 21:00:17 +0000Back home in England, there are a lot of rules for what you wear when, columnist Hilary Decent says. It's much freer in the United States, but that can be both a good and bad thing.Back home in England, there are a lot of rules for what you wear when, columnist Hilary Decent says. It's much freer in the United States, but that can be both a good and bad thing.

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Free trees to be distributed to beautify, educate; ‘Selecting trees is like selecting a new puppy’https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/lake-county-news-sun/ct-lns-free-trees-st-0108-20240105-o2brueipcjfttlngapvzd6atky-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/lake-county-news-sun/ct-lns-free-trees-st-0108-20240105-o2brueipcjfttlngapvzd6atky-story.htmlSteve SadinFri, 05 Jan 2024 20:56:55 +0000Available through Help Grow Waukegan — a joint effort of Openlands, Waukegan, the U.S. Forest Service and others — officials hope to put 150 new trees in the city by fall of next year, according to Sarah Surroz, Openlands’ director of Lake County programs.Available through Help Grow Waukegan — a joint effort of Openlands, Waukegan, the U.S. Forest Service and others — officials hope to put 150 new trees in the city by fall of next year, according to Sarah Surroz, Openlands’ director of Lake County programs.

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Afternoon Briefing: Girls wrestling growing fast in Illinois, but equity remains elusivehttps://www.chicagotribune.com/news/ct-aud-cb-afternoon-briefing-newsletter-jan5-20240105-rye27w7wlveydll4ar5wh4vk4y-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/ct-aud-cb-afternoon-briefing-newsletter-jan5-20240105-rye27w7wlveydll4ar5wh4vk4y-story.htmlChicago Tribune staffFri, 05 Jan 2024 20:48:36 +0000Good afternoon, Chicago. Here's what is happening today.Good afternoon, Chicago. Here's what is happening today.

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Maryville Academy opens alternative school in Niles in former Niles Elementary South Schoolhttps://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/niles/ct-nhs-maryville-walsh-academy-tl-1228-20231222-cwcludihl5ee3grna3red4inhq-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/niles/ct-nhs-maryville-walsh-academy-tl-1228-20231222-cwcludihl5ee3grna3red4inhq-story.htmlRichard RequenaFri, 22 Dec 2023 21:24:30 +0000Former Jen School students from Des Plaines will now attend George Walsh Academy along Touhy Road.Former Jen School students from Des Plaines will now attend George Walsh Academy along Touhy Road.

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Lake County churches, organizations share ideas about migrants’ needs; ‘They show up in shorts and sandals’https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/lake-county-news-sun/ct-lns-migrants-winter-clothes-st-0106-20240105-64lj7xsmdbcrzpszm6icunxl7a-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/lake-county-news-sun/ct-lns-migrants-winter-clothes-st-0106-20240105-64lj7xsmdbcrzpszm6icunxl7a-story.htmlSteve SadinFri, 05 Jan 2024 19:44:43 +0000Gale Graves, the vice president of community impact of United Way of Lake County, said after the formal portion of Thursday’s meeting she is receiving calls about more and more migrants in Lake County in need of services.Gale Graves, the vice president of community impact of United Way of Lake County, said after the formal portion of Thursday’s meeting she is receiving calls about more and more migrants in Lake County in need of services.

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Trial in Gary revenge killing delayedhttps://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/post-tribune/ct-ptb-flippins-st-0106-20240105-v6acpsgz4fddrjhyfje4ixfije-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/post-tribune/ct-ptb-flippins-st-0106-20240105-v6acpsgz4fddrjhyfje4ixfije-story.htmlMeredith Colias-PeteFri, 05 Jan 2024 20:23:26 +0000Martell Flippins’ upcoming murder trial was delayed Friday after defense lawyer Marc Laterzo said a witness had come forward to corroborate “portions” of his alibi.Martell Flippins’ upcoming murder trial was delayed Friday after defense lawyer Marc Laterzo said a witness had come forward to corroborate “portions” of his alibi.

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Law & Order column: Lake County police dog assists in arrest of fleeing suspecthttps://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/lake-county-news-sun/opinion/ct-lns-law-and-order-st-0108-20240105-kl4nw2io3jeqrcj37cr2ukceba-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/lake-county-news-sun/opinion/ct-lns-law-and-order-st-0108-20240105-kl4nw2io3jeqrcj37cr2ukceba-story.htmlClifford WardFri, 05 Jan 2024 20:17:22 +0000Dax found Romero inside the doctor’s office and bit him on the leg. Romero allegedly punched the dog, which would not release him.Dax found Romero inside the doctor’s office and bit him on the leg. Romero allegedly punched the dog, which would not release him.

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After 65 years, Help Them To Hope collects $35k in final campaignhttps://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/lake-county-news-sun/ct-lns-htth-campaign-ends-st-0106-20240105-uf3ziz4y2fdfdhf55fppestmy4-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/lake-county-news-sun/ct-lns-htth-campaign-ends-st-0106-20240105-uf3ziz4y2fdfdhf55fppestmy4-story.htmlYadira Sanchez OlsonFri, 05 Jan 2024 20:00:01 +0000For decades, HTTH has distributed those funds to social service agencies in the county, but recently announced that the campaign ending Saturday will be the last.For decades, HTTH has distributed those funds to social service agencies in the county, but recently announced that the campaign ending Saturday will be the last.

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Church newshttps://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/post-tribune/ct-ptb-church-brfs-st-0106-20240105-wb4eukzdwbcohhlqnizrd4mnfq-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/post-tribune/ct-ptb-church-brfs-st-0106-20240105-wb4eukzdwbcohhlqnizrd4mnfq-story.htmlStaff reportFri, 05 Jan 2024 19:46:56 +0000News and events from local houses of worshipNews and events from local houses of worship

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Naperville has a new welcome sign at its border with Bolingbrook, built at a cost of $100,000https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/naperville-sun/ct-nvs-naperville-welcome-sign-entrance-0105-20240105-fys2j5p2sbd23cshtpwcwxjox4-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/naperville-sun/ct-nvs-naperville-welcome-sign-entrance-0105-20240105-fys2j5p2sbd23cshtpwcwxjox4-story.htmlTess KennyFri, 05 Jan 2024 17:39:39 +0000What used to be a modest welcome sign to travelers heading into Naperville from Bolingbrook has been replaced by a large limestone monument sign that incorporates the city's logo into the design.What used to be a modest welcome sign to travelers heading into Naperville from Bolingbrook has been replaced by a large limestone monument sign that incorporates the city's logo into the design.

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Alleged Highland Park parade shooter no longer wants to represent himself; asks to get attorneys backhttps://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/lake-county-news-sun/ct-lns-crimo-hearing-st-0106-20240105-lvml7zbdbvgm5meo5ekk5yuxti-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/lake-county-news-sun/ct-lns-crimo-hearing-st-0106-20240105-lvml7zbdbvgm5meo5ekk5yuxti-story.htmlClifford WardFri, 05 Jan 2024 17:43:09 +0000Crimo did not say what prompted his change of heart, just as he did not say last month what made him decide to represent himself.Crimo did not say what prompted his change of heart, just as he did not say last month what made him decide to represent himself.

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US actor Christian Oliver and his 2 daughters died in a plane crash in the Caribbean, police sayhttps://www.chicagotribune.com/news/obituaries/christian-oliver-plane-crash-20240105-szmvxbdlwnd47fzyg67ppjwijm-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/obituaries/christian-oliver-plane-crash-20240105-szmvxbdlwnd47fzyg67ppjwijm-story.htmlFri, 05 Jan 2024 19:31:59 +0000Police in St. Vincent and the Grenadines say U.S. actor Christian Oliver and his two daughters died in a plane crash near a tiny private island in the eastern Caribbean.Police in St. Vincent and the Grenadines say U.S. actor Christian Oliver and his two daughters died in a plane crash near a tiny private island in the eastern Caribbean.

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Aurora panel endorses municipal legislative goalshttps://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/aurora-beacon-news/ct-abn-aurora-legislative-st-0107-20240105-cxdlxwzu4rdenf3s3ebgxujcva-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/aurora-beacon-news/ct-abn-aurora-legislative-st-0107-20240105-cxdlxwzu4rdenf3s3ebgxujcva-story.htmlSteve LordFri, 05 Jan 2024 19:25:49 +0000An Aurora City Council panel has endorsed the 2024 legislative goals of the DuPage Mayors and Managers Conference, of which Aurora is a member.An Aurora City Council panel has endorsed the 2024 legislative goals of the DuPage Mayors and Managers Conference, of which Aurora is a member.

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Real Christmas trees to be picked up in Aurora for recycling beginning Mondayhttps://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/aurora-beacon-news/ct-abn-aurora-christmas-tree-recycling-st-0107-20240105-5f23s7zmojbxrcl72gi3pmdo7e-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/aurora-beacon-news/ct-abn-aurora-christmas-tree-recycling-st-0107-20240105-5f23s7zmojbxrcl72gi3pmdo7e-story.htmlBeacon-News staffFri, 05 Jan 2024 19:16:30 +0000Starting on Monday, real Christmas trees will be picked up for free in Aurora during the weekly trash and recycling collection, city officials said.Starting on Monday, real Christmas trees will be picked up for free in Aurora during the weekly trash and recycling collection, city officials said.

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Tracking Zach LaVine: Chicago Bulls star returns — but what will happen at the NBA trade deadline?https://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/bulls/ct-chicago-bulls-zach-lavine-windy-city-20240101-kjmhyv32orc35dss4n6fz23p2e-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/bulls/ct-chicago-bulls-zach-lavine-windy-city-20240101-kjmhyv32orc35dss4n6fz23p2e-story.htmlJulia PoeFri, 05 Jan 2024 19:06:00 +0000Zach LaVine is trending positively toward a return on Friday. But when he does return, LaVine will face immediate uncertainty regarding a potential trade away from the Chicago Bulls.Zach LaVine is trending positively toward a return on Friday. But when he does return, LaVine will face immediate uncertainty regarding a potential trade away from the Chicago Bulls.

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David Soul, ‘Starsky & Hutch’ star who was born in Chicago, dies at 80https://www.chicagotribune.com/entertainment/ct-ent-david-soul-dies-20240105-p4v6dwvvt5huhcp56hycszam2m-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/entertainment/ct-ent-david-soul-dies-20240105-p4v6dwvvt5huhcp56hycszam2m-story.htmlJordan MoreauFri, 05 Jan 2024 15:50:54 +0000In addition to “Starsky & Hutch,” David Soul starred in the Western series “Here Comes the Brides” and movies like “Magnum Force,” “Salem’s Lot” and more. He was also a singer and released several albums in the ‘70s and ‘80s.In addition to “Starsky & Hutch,” David Soul starred in the Western series “Here Comes the Brides” and movies like “Magnum Force,” “Salem’s Lot” and more. He was also a singer and released several albums in the ‘70s and ‘80s.

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Entries sought for St. Patrick’s Parade in St. Charleshttps://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/aurora-beacon-news/ct-abn-aurora-community-briefs-st-0107-20240105-zglic6rbw5cd3icnkew37rerfa-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/aurora-beacon-news/ct-abn-aurora-community-briefs-st-0107-20240105-zglic6rbw5cd3icnkew37rerfa-story.htmlBeacon-News staffFri, 05 Jan 2024 19:05:16 +0000The St. Charles Business Alliance is now accepting entries for the St. Charles St. Patrick’s Parade set for 2 p.m. March 9 on Main Street in the city.The St. Charles Business Alliance is now accepting entries for the St. Charles St. Patrick’s Parade set for 2 p.m. March 9 on Main Street in the city.

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Zach LaVine faces questions — and heavy expectations — in his Chicago Bulls return: ‘I could care less what people think about me’https://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/bulls/ct-chicago-bulls-zach-lavine-return-20240105-k5hy7yi76rba5fjey5yu5aax2q-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/bulls/ct-chicago-bulls-zach-lavine-return-20240105-k5hy7yi76rba5fjey5yu5aax2q-story.htmlJulia PoeFri, 05 Jan 2024 18:57:28 +0000Zach LaVine is back. And after nearly six weeks off the court, the star guard returns to the court to face a litany of questions surrounding his future with the Chicago Bulls.Zach LaVine is back. And after nearly six weeks off the court, the star guard returns to the court to face a litany of questions surrounding his future with the Chicago Bulls.

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BetRivers Bonus Code: Grab a huge sign-up bonus - January 2024https://www.chicagotribune.com/betting/promo-codes/betrivers-bonus-code-20221006-w5eg2jphcrf6boatnywkshmju4-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/betting/promo-codes/betrivers-bonus-code-20221006-w5eg2jphcrf6boatnywkshmju4-story.htmlCharlie KellyFri, 01 Dec 2023 18:09:00 +0000Claim your BetRivers Promo Code from the Tribune to take advantage of their brilliant new customer offerClaim your BetRivers Promo Code from the Tribune to take advantage of their brilliant new customer offer

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Chicago homicides in 2023: 617 people slain. Here’s how that compares with previous years.https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/ct-2023-chicago-homicides-data-tracker-20230109-scfftvemufhtziwoe2kbia4bq4-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/ct-2023-chicago-homicides-data-tracker-20230109-scfftvemufhtziwoe2kbia4bq4-story.htmlKori RumoreTue, 02 Jan 2024 14:59:24 +0000Maps and charts showing where and when homicides took place in the city during 2023, with race, sex and age of the victims.Maps and charts showing where and when homicides took place in the city during 2023, with race, sex and age of the victims.

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Naperville North sophomore Natalie Frempong takes the ‘bull by the horns’ amid changes in the programhttps://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/naperville-sun/sports/ct-nvs-gbk-frempong-st-0107-20240105-eis2ai7vfvf2bkgn6pq2vyuusa-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/naperville-sun/sports/ct-nvs-gbk-frempong-st-0107-20240105-eis2ai7vfvf2bkgn6pq2vyuusa-story.htmlMatt Le CrenFri, 05 Jan 2024 14:22:02 +0000Naperville North’s Natalie Frempong, sparingly used as a freshman last season, leads the team in scoring and has emerged as a leader.Naperville North’s Natalie Frempong, sparingly used as a freshman last season, leads the team in scoring and has emerged as a leader.

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Meditation isn’t as easy as you’d think. These products can make it easierhttps://www.chicagotribune.com/consumer-reviews/sns-bestreviews-wellness-products-to-make-meditation-easier-20240104-m7av6za6hbb4tcx7yp5lhrlok4-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/consumer-reviews/sns-bestreviews-wellness-products-to-make-meditation-easier-20240104-m7av6za6hbb4tcx7yp5lhrlok4-story.htmlSian BabishThu, 04 Jan 2024 10:02:16 +0000Meditation is a practice where you pause and focus on something in particular.Meditation is a practice where you pause and focus on something in particular.

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For those who have seasonal affective disorder, here are the best light therapy boxeshttps://www.chicagotribune.com/consumer-reviews/sns-bestreviews-health-wellness-seasonal-affective-disorder-best-light-therapy-boxes-20240104-yt5yldulz5hb7dzonikfmwcsuy-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/consumer-reviews/sns-bestreviews-health-wellness-seasonal-affective-disorder-best-light-therapy-boxes-20240104-yt5yldulz5hb7dzonikfmwcsuy-story.htmlJennifer BlairThu, 04 Jan 2024 09:36:16 +0000If your doctor has recommended light therapy, here are the best light therapy boxes for treating SAD to help you get back to feeling like yourself.If your doctor has recommended light therapy, here are the best light therapy boxes for treating SAD to help you get back to feeling like yourself.

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Highland’s Aaliyah Keil keeps changing positions. Yet she keeps getting better. ‘She loves the challenge.’https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/post-tribune/sports/ct-ptb-gbk-aaliyah-keil-st-0107-20240105-rhzdpkkxh5ch5pdkbfyutx5oti-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/post-tribune/sports/ct-ptb-gbk-aaliyah-keil-st-0107-20240105-rhzdpkkxh5ch5pdkbfyutx5oti-story.htmlMichael OsipoffFri, 05 Jan 2024 14:10:23 +0000Highland senior Aaliyah Keil, who is also a star hurdler, handles multiple position switches in her career with aplomb.Highland senior Aaliyah Keil, who is also a star hurdler, handles multiple position switches in her career with aplomb.

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Chesterton’s Hayden DeMarco is an Al Smith champion again. ‘A great achievement.’ But it’s no longer enough.https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/post-tribune/sports/ct-ptb-wre-demarco-st-0106-20240105-cjbq6z4hkbaf7lzvumy32c2fwm-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/post-tribune/sports/ct-ptb-wre-demarco-st-0106-20240105-cjbq6z4hkbaf7lzvumy32c2fwm-story.htmlDave MeltonFri, 05 Jan 2024 15:50:26 +0000A state title is the new standard for Chesterton senior Hayden DeMarco, who is 26-0 this season.A state title is the new standard for Chesterton senior Hayden DeMarco, who is 26-0 this season.

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Lake Forest’s Seth Digby recently earned a black belt in judo. He’s unbeaten in wrestling. What’s next?https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/lake-county-news-sun/sports/ct-lns-wre-seth-digby-st-0106-20240105-mxjwjuaxxja4lnif4f3szhxjs4-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/lake-county-news-sun/sports/ct-lns-wre-seth-digby-st-0106-20240105-mxjwjuaxxja4lnif4f3szhxjs4-story.htmlBobby NarangFri, 05 Jan 2024 15:35:47 +0000Lake Forest senior Seth Digby relies on his background in judo to gain an advantage in wrestling. “It makes an impact,” his coach says.Lake Forest senior Seth Digby relies on his background in judo to gain an advantage in wrestling. “It makes an impact,” his coach says.

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Girls wrestling is Illinois’ fastest growing high school sport. But equity remains elusive for some, parents say.https://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/high-school/ct-illinois-high-school-girls-wrestling-equity-20240105-4mopmirpojgnhgvtzljmzwv5aa-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/high-school/ct-illinois-high-school-girls-wrestling-equity-20240105-4mopmirpojgnhgvtzljmzwv5aa-story.htmlJonathan BullingtonFri, 05 Jan 2024 17:46:44 +0000Some parents say schools have been slow to devote resources, leaving girls without their own teams or dedicated coaches and with fewer chances to compete.Some parents say schools have been slow to devote resources, leaving girls without their own teams or dedicated coaches and with fewer chances to compete.

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Around the Southland: Eagles, trees highlight outdoor excursions https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/daily-southtown/ct-sta-around-southland-st-0107-20240105-it6bplrwtbeoxjmlqeucatyp3m-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/daily-southtown/ct-sta-around-southland-st-0107-20240105-it6bplrwtbeoxjmlqeucatyp3m-story.htmlPaul EisenbergFri, 05 Jan 2024 17:43:11 +0000Upcoming events include Will County’s Eagle Watch, Winter Wonderland festival at Eggers Grove, exhibition of Stagg student art in Palos Park, a mental health seminar in Oak Forest and adult trivia night in Midlothian.Upcoming events include Will County’s Eagle Watch, Winter Wonderland festival at Eggers Grove, exhibition of Stagg student art in Palos Park, a mental health seminar in Oak Forest and adult trivia night in Midlothian.

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Connor Bedard is named to the NHL All-Star Game — and the Chicago Blackhawks rookie will be the youngest All-Star in league historyhttps://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/blackhawks/ct-chicago-blackhawks-connor-bedard-all-star-20240105-eljys6ic45gebhjxtkhc4xew4u-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/blackhawks/ct-chicago-blackhawks-connor-bedard-all-star-20240105-eljys6ic45gebhjxtkhc4xew4u-story.htmlPhil ThompsonFri, 05 Jan 2024 02:10:15 +0000Connor Bedard was the Chicago Blackhawks selection as the NHL named its first 32 All-Stars.Connor Bedard was the Chicago Blackhawks selection as the NHL named its first 32 All-Stars.

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CTA Yellow Line reopens Friday, 7 weeks after train crashhttps://www.chicagotribune.com/business/transportation/ct-biz-cta-yellow-line-reopen-20240104-zdr34g7f6rbg7evp7aditvyz7m-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/business/transportation/ct-biz-cta-yellow-line-reopen-20240104-zdr34g7f6rbg7evp7aditvyz7m-story.htmlSarah FreishtatFri, 05 Jan 2024 13:49:56 +0000When the three-stop line reopens at 4:45 a.m. Friday, trains will temporarily run at lower speeds, CTA said.When the three-stop line reopens at 4:45 a.m. Friday, trains will temporarily run at lower speeds, CTA said.

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Repairing homes as a form of public art, Tonika Lewis Johnson helps Englewood reinvest in the disinvestedhttps://www.chicagotribune.com/people/ct-tonika-lewis-johnson-unblocked-englewood-1222-20240105-x5ihgm5nnjauxc46vgt3wfqr2u-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/people/ct-tonika-lewis-johnson-unblocked-englewood-1222-20240105-x5ihgm5nnjauxc46vgt3wfqr2u-story.htmlDarcel RockettFri, 05 Jan 2024 11:00:00 +0000The "unBlocked" project aims to transform the 6500 block of South Aberdeen Street and serve as a model for future efforts.The "unBlocked" project aims to transform the 6500 block of South Aberdeen Street and serve as a model for future efforts.

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Boy, 11, man shot, wounded in Roseland neighborhoodhttps://www.chicagotribune.com/news/breaking/ct-boy-shot-2024-0104-20240105-j45qlwhsgjab3gfjggqy3l26xa-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/breaking/ct-boy-shot-2024-0104-20240105-j45qlwhsgjab3gfjggqy3l26xa-story.htmlCaroline KubzanskyFri, 05 Jan 2024 03:02:02 +0000The boy was struck by gunshots while inside a home, police said.The boy was struck by gunshots while inside a home, police said.

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Fliff, sports betting’s minor leagues: social sports betting https://www.chicagotribune.com/betting/promo-codes/ct-fliff-promo-daily-fantasy-sports-20230212-usq5maclwre4lpwg2wp7dwb5za-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/betting/promo-codes/ct-fliff-promo-daily-fantasy-sports-20230212-usq5maclwre4lpwg2wp7dwb5za-story.htmlIan FirstenbergFri, 01 Dec 2023 18:16:52 +0000Fliff offers users the best, low risk option for daily fantasy sports picks. Check out the best social sportsbook.Fliff offers users the best, low risk option for daily fantasy sports picks. Check out the best social sportsbook.

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Chicago COVID-19 risk rises to ‘medium’ as hospital admissions increase https://www.chicagotribune.com/people/health/ct-covid-2024-medium-level-rise-20240105-w2zcvk2ahzepdi4noeaeahaply-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/people/health/ct-covid-2024-medium-level-rise-20240105-w2zcvk2ahzepdi4noeaeahaply-story.htmlJake SheridanFri, 05 Jan 2024 01:16:57 +0000City public officials have raised the COVID-19 risk levels for the first time since last January following a jump in hospitalizations.City public officials have raised the COVID-19 risk levels for the first time since last January following a jump in hospitalizations.

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Guest referee gig turns into Super Bowl trip as Markham woman named Bears Fan of the Yearhttps://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/daily-southtown/ct-sta-bears-fan-of-the-year-st-0107-20240105-iccxncn4knbyphkaf3irj6kyk4-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/daily-southtown/ct-sta-bears-fan-of-the-year-st-0107-20240105-iccxncn4knbyphkaf3irj6kyk4-story.htmlMelinda MooreFri, 05 Jan 2024 11:23:00 +0000Shameka Leach, a lifelong fan of the Chicago Bears who also is a fan of volunteering for charitable causes, will head to the Super Bowl in February after being named Fan of the Year by the Bears.Shameka Leach, a lifelong fan of the Chicago Bears who also is a fan of volunteering for charitable causes, will head to the Super Bowl in February after being named Fan of the Year by the Bears.

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Snowstorm: Chicago may get heavy, wet snow, gusty winds Monday night, officials say https://www.chicagotribune.com/weather/ct-chicago-weather-snow-wind-nws-monday-20240104-vix2tvyelbckrk4j53nrwwiitu-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/weather/ct-chicago-weather-snow-wind-nws-monday-20240104-vix2tvyelbckrk4j53nrwwiitu-story.htmlJake SheridanFri, 05 Jan 2024 16:10:16 +0000A “potent” storm with heavy, wet snow and gusty winds could hit Chicago early next week, the National Weather Service predicts.A “potent” storm with heavy, wet snow and gusty winds could hit Chicago early next week, the National Weather Service predicts.

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Hammond woman charged with neglecthttps://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/post-tribune/ct-ptb-gonzalez-st-0106-20240105-wonegchcpzecnoikwf2rewmr6u-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/post-tribune/ct-ptb-gonzalez-st-0106-20240105-wonegchcpzecnoikwf2rewmr6u-story.htmlMeredith Colias-PeteFri, 05 Jan 2024 16:07:28 +0000A Hammond woman was charged after allegedly drinking, leaving her kid in a running car parked partially on the road, then “yelling” at the cops.A Hammond woman was charged after allegedly drinking, leaving her kid in a running car parked partially on the road, then “yelling” at the cops.

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Cedar Lake woman charged with neglecthttps://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/post-tribune/ct-ptb-conger-st-0106-20240105-x2qrviofdjfxvm7wzxt6p5zmqu-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/post-tribune/ct-ptb-conger-st-0106-20240105-x2qrviofdjfxvm7wzxt6p5zmqu-story.htmlMeredith Colias-PeteFri, 05 Jan 2024 16:01:14 +0000A Cedar Lake woman is facing felony charges after briefly leaving two babies in her car on May 23 while running into the St. John Target, records show.A Cedar Lake woman is facing felony charges after briefly leaving two babies in her car on May 23 while running into the St. John Target, records show.

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Naperville News Digest: Winner of Santa’s Workshop drawing announced; Will County Eagle Watch to feature presentations, hikes; LWV hosting Zoom forums with Naperville fire chief, Dist. 11 candidateshttps://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/naperville-sun/ct-nvs-naperville-digest-st-0107-20240105-qz5php22dvbqtf3pwbcwuzv7rq-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/naperville-sun/ct-nvs-naperville-digest-st-0107-20240105-qz5php22dvbqtf3pwbcwuzv7rq-story.htmlMichelle MullinsFri, 05 Jan 2024 16:01:00 +0000Roundup of small news items for the Naperville area.Roundup of small news items for the Naperville area.

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New Year’s Day in Chicago: The warmest, coldest, snowiest and wettest weather since 1872https://www.chicagotribune.com/weather/ct-viz-new-year-weather-chicago-since-1872-20201231-is5y6hmv5jagfdl6cvsv3ufptm-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/weather/ct-viz-new-year-weather-chicago-since-1872-20201231-is5y6hmv5jagfdl6cvsv3ufptm-story.htmlKori RumoreFri, 05 Jan 2024 15:56:19 +0000The normal high for New Year’s Day in Chicago is 32 degrees, according to the National Weather Service.The normal high for New Year’s Day in Chicago is 32 degrees, according to the National Weather Service.

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Portage man charged after molesting teen: recordshttps://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/post-tribune/ct-ptb-bates-st-0106-20240105-3tt25jrvujg23l2ysi5mxk6nmq-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/post-tribune/ct-ptb-bates-st-0106-20240105-3tt25jrvujg23l2ysi5mxk6nmq-story.htmlMeredith Colias-PeteFri, 05 Jan 2024 15:56:03 +0000A Portage man faces a felony charge after assaulting a teen girl, according to court documents.A Portage man faces a felony charge after assaulting a teen girl, according to court documents.

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South and southwest suburban peace groups look forward to 2024 after hiatus following start of warhttps://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/daily-southtown/ct-sta-peace-groups-look-ahead-st-0105-20240104-dm4f6sj6f5hhbj5wk2nczllndq-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/daily-southtown/ct-sta-peace-groups-look-ahead-st-0105-20240104-dm4f6sj6f5hhbj5wk2nczllndq-story.htmlAlexandra KukulkaThu, 04 Jan 2024 19:03:02 +0000Southwest suburban groups that seek to unite people of Muslim, Jewish and Catholic faiths look forward to continuing discussions of peace in 2024.Southwest suburban groups that seek to unite people of Muslim, Jewish and Catholic faiths look forward to continuing discussions of peace in 2024.

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Country Club Hills native curates The Exhibit House in Water Tower Place in Chicago https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/daily-southtown/ct-sta-ent-exhibit-house-st-0112-20240104-r7gphhjrlrfedl5mzqxumkmhqe-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/daily-southtown/ct-sta-ent-exhibit-house-st-0112-20240104-r7gphhjrlrfedl5mzqxumkmhqe-story.htmlJessi VirtusioThu, 04 Jan 2024 16:37:17 +0000Janine Williams of Bolingbrook opened The Exhibit House in April on the 4th Floor of Water Tower Place in downtown Chicago.Janine Williams of Bolingbrook opened The Exhibit House in April on the 4th Floor of Water Tower Place in downtown Chicago.

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Connor Bedard’s rookie season: Tracking the goals of the Chicago Blackhawks’ No. 1 pickhttps://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/blackhawks/ct-chicago-blackhawks-connor-bedard-goals-20240105-g7t4epvrhnfankg3w2oze5yrmy-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/blackhawks/ct-chicago-blackhawks-connor-bedard-goals-20240105-g7t4epvrhnfankg3w2oze5yrmy-story.htmlKori Rumore, Phil ThompsonFri, 05 Jan 2024 14:21:39 +0000At 13 years old, Connor Bedard, was proclaimed “the future of hockey.” Four years later, he was selected at No. 1 by the Chicago Blackhawks as the “cornerstone” of their rebuild.At 13 years old, Connor Bedard, was proclaimed “the future of hockey.” Four years later, he was selected at No. 1 by the Chicago Blackhawks as the “cornerstone” of their rebuild.

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Chicago man charged in attempted robberyhttps://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/post-tribune/ct-ptb-bronson-st-0105-20240105-vdbeziul25dfrpjplwgxp6e43m-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/post-tribune/ct-ptb-bronson-st-0105-20240105-vdbeziul25dfrpjplwgxp6e43m-story.htmlMeredith Colias-PeteFri, 05 Jan 2024 15:22:40 +0000A Chicago man is facing charges for breaking into a woman’s house after she kicked him out, and trying to steal her purse and keys, court records show.A Chicago man is facing charges for breaking into a woman’s house after she kicked him out, and trying to steal her purse and keys, court records show.

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Man dies after being found with head trauma in Austin neighborhood, police sayhttps://www.chicagotribune.com/news/breaking/ct-man-found-head-trauma-dead-austin-neighbohood-20240105-aojt5b3tkvh47c64hqfftrzfsa-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/breaking/ct-man-found-head-trauma-dead-austin-neighbohood-20240105-aojt5b3tkvh47c64hqfftrzfsa-story.htmlDeanese Williams-HarrisFri, 05 Jan 2024 15:11:57 +0000A 53-year-old man was pronounced dead after being found Friday morning unresponsive with head trauma in the Austin neighborhood, Chicago police said.A 53-year-old man was pronounced dead after being found Friday morning unresponsive with head trauma in the Austin neighborhood, Chicago police said.

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The Way We Were: Great Chicago Fire a lucky break for fledgling tile/brick company in Naperville founded in 1871https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/naperville-sun/ct-nvs-the-way-we-were-st-0107-20240105-x6oafwfngfcpxm3ztezg3ayesm-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/naperville-sun/ct-nvs-the-way-we-were-st-0107-20240105-x6oafwfngfcpxm3ztezg3ayesm-story.htmlAndrea Field, Steve MetschFri, 05 Jan 2024 15:10:00 +0000This week's column and photo looks back at the Martin & von Oven Tile and Brick Works, once one of Naperville's most successful businesses. One owner's family home is now centerpiece of Naper Settlement.This week's column and photo looks back at the Martin & von Oven Tile and Brick Works, once one of Naperville's most successful businesses. One owner's family home is now centerpiece of Naper Settlement.

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Lake County considering $24 million bond issue for septic elimination projecthttps://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/post-tribune/ct-ptb-ctstep-bond-funding-st-0106-20240105-dljdifgyi5fyxavrvao7mxcxhe-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/post-tribune/ct-ptb-ctstep-bond-funding-st-0106-20240105-dljdifgyi5fyxavrvao7mxcxhe-story.htmlCarrie NapoleonFri, 05 Jan 2024 15:00:00 +0000Lake County Commissioners are looking to embark on a nearly $24 million bond issue for the final financing component of the planned $90-plus million Calumet Township Septic Tank Elimination Project.Lake County Commissioners are looking to embark on a nearly $24 million bond issue for the final financing component of the planned $90-plus million Calumet Township Septic Tank Elimination Project.

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Portage officials sworn in at nonpartisan ceremony as Republicans take control of councilhttps://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/post-tribune/ct-ptb-ptg-swearing-in-st-1223-20231222-cp66qbjdwjbpfirtbd5jxko6cq-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/post-tribune/ct-ptb-ptg-swearing-in-st-1223-20231222-cp66qbjdwjbpfirtbd5jxko6cq-story.htmlDoug RossSat, 23 Dec 2023 16:57:35 +0000All but two of the city’s newly elected public officials were sworn in Thursday night in what Portage Mayor-elect Austin Bonta hopes will become a nonpartisan tradition for the city.All but two of the city’s newly elected public officials were sworn in Thursday night in what Portage Mayor-elect Austin Bonta hopes will become a nonpartisan tradition for the city.

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Survivors are found in homes smashed by Japan quake that killed 94 people. Dozens are still missinghttps://www.chicagotribune.com/nation-world/survivors-japan-earthquake-20240105-tpiqfizt6basfigz4ksye5x3wi-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/nation-world/survivors-japan-earthquake-20240105-tpiqfizt6basfigz4ksye5x3wi-story.htmlHiro Komae, Ayaka Mcgill and Yuri KageyamaFri, 05 Jan 2024 14:41:41 +0000A woman was pulled carefully from the rubble 72 hours after a 7.6 magnitude quake rattled Ishikawa Prefecture.A woman was pulled carefully from the rubble 72 hours after a 7.6 magnitude quake rattled Ishikawa Prefecture.

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Migrants dropped at Elgin Metra stations en route to Chicago haven’t posed a problem for city, mayor sayshttps://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/elgin-courier-news/ct-ecn-migrant-plan-elgin-st-0105-20240104-xyehx4ng7bfvjd3z6asj5ltooe-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/elgin-courier-news/ct-ecn-migrant-plan-elgin-st-0105-20240104-xyehx4ng7bfvjd3z6asj5ltooe-story.htmlGloria CasasThu, 04 Jan 2024 20:07:20 +0000Elgin has had three busloads of migrants making their way to Chicago dropped at Metra stations in Elgin but it hasn't resulted in any problems for the city, Mayor Dave Kaptain said.Elgin has had three busloads of migrants making their way to Chicago dropped at Metra stations in Elgin but it hasn't resulted in any problems for the city, Mayor Dave Kaptain said.

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Chicago Bears QB confidential: The chatter inside NFL circles on Justin Fields’ future and Caleb Williams’ potentialhttps://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/bears/ct-chicago-bears-justin-fields-caleb-williams-20240104-acggnis2fvakbkpqzjozjigo7y-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/bears/ct-chicago-bears-justin-fields-caleb-williams-20240104-acggnis2fvakbkpqzjozjigo7y-story.htmlDan WiedererThu, 04 Jan 2024 12:00:00 +0000The NFL world teems with curiosity about how the Chicago Bears will navigate the 2024 offseason. First and foremost: Should they stick with Justin Fields or draft Caleb Williams or another college QB?The NFL world teems with curiosity about how the Chicago Bears will navigate the 2024 offseason. First and foremost: Should they stick with Justin Fields or draft Caleb Williams or another college QB?

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Elgin News Digest: East Dundee recycling holiday lights through Jan. 31; free tax prep help starts Jan. 25 at Gail Borden library; U-46 holding two-day event to fill district job openingshttps://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/elgin-courier-news/ct-ecn-elgin-digest-st-0107-20240105-d5g2r5votncxvfjuuzit72ixhy-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/elgin-courier-news/ct-ecn-elgin-digest-st-0107-20240105-d5g2r5votncxvfjuuzit72ixhy-story.htmlMike DanaheyFri, 05 Jan 2024 14:29:00 +0000Roundup of small news items for the Elgin area.Roundup of small news items for the Elgin area.

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Lake County officials say new voting equipment will streamline process; ‘This ... has Democratic and Republican support’https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/lake-county-news-sun/ct-lns-new-voting-machines-st-0108-20240105-nmzcsklj4zhdbmrp3fubzkq4vq-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/lake-county-news-sun/ct-lns-new-voting-machines-st-0108-20240105-nmzcsklj4zhdbmrp3fubzkq4vq-story.htmlSteve SadinFri, 05 Jan 2024 14:28:46 +0000The new voting equipment, which sorts, prints and prepares vote-by-mail ballots for the U.S. Postal Service, officially went into operation Thursday at the Lake County Clerk’s office in Waukegan, making the process quicker for voters.The new voting equipment, which sorts, prints and prepares vote-by-mail ballots for the U.S. Postal Service, officially went into operation Thursday at the Lake County Clerk’s office in Waukegan, making the process quicker for voters.

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‘Blessed’ Blake Corum — back from a knee injury — has Michigan on the brink of its 1st national title since 1997https://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/college/ct-blake-corum-michigan-20240105-642yemqzsjb37jfjlkcq5sy4ka-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/college/ct-blake-corum-michigan-20240105-642yemqzsjb37jfjlkcq5sy4ka-story.htmlLarry LageFri, 05 Jan 2024 14:18:29 +0000Blake Corum declared it was “natty or bust,” before the college football season kicked off and reiterated his bold statement before helping Michigan beat Alabama to put the school within a win of its first national championship since 1997.Blake Corum declared it was “natty or bust,” before the college football season kicked off and reiterated his bold statement before helping Michigan beat Alabama to put the school within a win of its first national championship since 1997.

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Olympic runner Oscar Pistorius freed on parole and remains hidden after nearly 9 years in jail for killing his girlfriendhttps://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/breaking/ct-oscar-pistorius-parole-20240105-wcc55gcph5cflllwvhcczzssze-story.html#ed=rss_www.chicagotribune.com/arcio/rss/https://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/breaking/ct-oscar-pistorius-parole-20240105-wcc55gcph5cflllwvhcczzssze-story.htmlGerald Imray, Nqobile Ntshangase and Mogomotsi MagomeFri, 05 Jan 2024 13:08:04 +0000Officials say South African athlete Oscar Pistorius has been released from prison on parole after serving nearly nine years in prison for killing his girlfriend.Officials say South African athlete Oscar Pistorius has been released from prison on parole after serving nearly nine years in prison for killing his girlfriend.

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