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Clout, conflicts of interest cloud the work of Illinois' Special Prosecution Unit

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Illinois' special prosecutors have strong political ties and little oversight

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Loop data center pitched for landmarked office building

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Boy, 17, shot in North Lawndale

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Murals and Mosaics

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Stacey King tribute mural in Logan Square was passion project for artist Darius Dennis

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Sky hold on for 82-80 road victory against the Storm

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6 tornadoes Tuesday make record-breaking 206 total this year in Illinois

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12th heat-related death reported in Cook County tied to summer temperatures

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High School Football

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Israel Abrams plans to lead No. 4 Montini to a championship three-peat

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Northwestern coach David Braun professes championship mentality for Wildcats

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Michigan State coach Pat Fitzgerald embracing his fresh start

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Nation and World

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Luigi Mangione pleads guilty to federal stalking charges in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO

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Chicago School Board

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44 candidates likely to appear on Chicago School Board ballot

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10-year term limit for House speaker, Senate president more than sufficient

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Districtwide CPS support needed for the arts — not just at one high school

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Weapons of mass distraction

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Why has Illinois had so many storms this week?

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