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Photos: Wildfire smoke blankets the Chicago area

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Column: A sweet hangover from the 2016 Chicago Cubs reunion

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2026 WNBA All-Star weekend is back in Chicago. Here's a guide to the events around the city this week.

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Today in Chicago History: Special Olympics debuts at Soldier Field

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Kane County-area leaders relaunch entrepreneurship center for those impacted by criminal legal system, other groups

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River Fest in Yorkville a community tradition

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The 5 best camping products of 2026 for your upcoming summer adventures

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Work week to start with more smoke and bad air as EPA extends alert into Monday

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How to keep the air inside your home clean during wildfires

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As more warehouses are built near homes and schools in Illinois, studies raise alarms about elevated truck emissions

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Chicago bike lane ticketing program records big fines against delivery companies

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The last one-room schoolhouse to operate in Illinois finds a new purpose after $1.6M restoration

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Pritzker says Illinois ethics panel should release Harry Benton harassment report amid Welch office scrutiny

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Joey Fatone of *NSYNC is in the touring musical '& Juliet' — and he sings an old rival's song

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Review: What's a night at Chicago's $50 million magic mansion Hand & The Eye actually like?

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Denied tenure and alleging discrimination, Northwestern University professor sues school and government officials

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100 years of Rainbow Cone's wonderful weirdness

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In rural southern Illinois, a cattle farmer fights back against an emerging threat from above

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Asking Eric: Am I being fair?

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Former Chicago Bulls player Ayo Dosunmu lists Wicker Park home for $2.4M

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Asking Eric: A medical accommodation at college

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New Homewood soul food restaurant relaunches with expanded menu, brunch options

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Review: With a new drummer and a tribute to Peart, a resurgent Rush gets back to work

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Editorial: Ald. Ervin's outside-the-box parking meters plan deserves City Council attention

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Editorial: Finally, a new bridge from the Midwest to Canada. No thanks to Donald Trump.

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Lionel Messi once held baby Lamine Yamal in his arms. Now they will battle for the World Cup title.

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Editorial: CTU's 'dead on arrival' sound bite is no answer to the CPS budget woes

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Editorial: Springfield owes us the full story on Harry Benton

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Geri McGinn Kerger: Archdiocese's memorial for suicide is a powerful symbol, but it's only the beginning

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Clarence Page: White supremacists marched in Washington on the holiday. What does that say about us?

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MyPillow founder Mike Lindell not registered to vote in Minnesota

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Trump celebrates the World Cup as a US victory as he prepares to present trophy to the winning team

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David Crowley reenters battleground Wisconsin's Democratic governor primary with Gov. Evers' backing

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Gov. Braun orders end to diverse contracting guidelines

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Nolan's 'The Odyssey' storms the box office with a $264.1 million global debut

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The Cube brings a glitzy game show experience to Michigan Avenue

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Concerts and outdoor events around Chicagoland on hold as the haze from wildfire smoke lingers

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UChicago trauma surgeon has seen gun violence up close. His book calls for solutions.

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3 takeaways as the Chicago White Sox don't skip a beat after the break, take the Toronto Blue Jays series

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Chicago Cubs take the series win with Shota Imanaga on a hot streak — plus Theo Epstein's advice to Jed Hoyer

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Chicago Sky lose 93-91 on Atlanta's buzzer-beater — but Dream lose star Angel Reese to a knee injury

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Connor Bedard signs a 5-year, $75 million extension with the Chicago Blackhawks through the 2030-31 season

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Photos: A look inside the Obama Presidential Center

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Photos: Work continues at Northwestern's Ryan Field

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Summer comes to a standstill as air quality prompts closures and cancellations across Chicagoland

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Cook County shatters air quality record, EPA data shows, as dangerous wildfire smoke envelops region

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Column: 10-year reunion of Chicago Cubs' 2016 champions is a reminder the saga is still in progress

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Today in History: Detroit files for bankruptcy

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Free pass to fly by Trump airport? United says no go.

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La Grange Road plan to focus on pedestrian safety, character

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Aldermen push Chicago police to investigate ICE agent misconduct complaints

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Chicago alderman critical of parking meter bidder's ICE ties has own financial link to ICE

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Judge: Fugitive ex-Loretto Hospital exec not entitled to dismissal hearing amid 'Broadview Six' fallout

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Trump administration revives rule that could deny green cards to immigrants who use public benefits

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Merrillville teen's nonprofit gets spotlight at RailCats game

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Purdue Northwest medical seminar attracts students from across the globe

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Not bugged by air quality, hundreds show up for Insect Fest in River Forest

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Roycemore School in Evanston to close after more than 110 years as North Shore institution

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Crime and Public Safety

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Social media influencers Andrew and Tristian Tate arrested in Miami, US Marshals service tells AP

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Bellwood cop accused of using database to tip off acquaintance

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Records: Hebron man, woman face felony neglect charges

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1 in custody after man was fatally wounded Friday night in Englewood

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Today in Chicago History: Piping plovers Monty and Rose force cancellation of Montrose Beach music festival

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IDEM proposes state coal ash program as federal regulations on track to lessen

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Restaurants, Food and Drink

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Magnolia Bakery and Stella's Diner closed down after inspections find cockroaches and flies

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What to know about eating at home and dining out during the cyclospora outbreak

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The story behind Chicago's most iconic hot dog

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Ninth annual Ravenswood On Tap celebrate best of 'Malt Row'

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Bill aims to curb abandoned oil and gas wells in Illinois through stiffer fines

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Read the Tribune's investigation into Illinois' abandoned oil wells

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In Illinois, getting oil and gas operators to pay for abandoned wells can take decades

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Microplastics linger inside people and animals, multiple studies show. But regulation is still far off.

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Gary's The Fusion statue could be on the move

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Vintage Chicago Tribune: How 2 men got rich cornering the onion market

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Today in History: Chicago police torture report released

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Today in Chicago History: Wellington Church becomes 2nd in the nation to join the sanctuary movement

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Column: Honor Flight gives proper salute to Vietnam War veterans

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Festival gives dogs their day in North Aurora

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