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Chicago police officer killed, another critically injured in shooting at Swedish Hospital: 'A devastating loss'

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Donald Trump unharmed after shooting incident at White House correspondents' dinner

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Goodman Theatre cancels 'Ma Rainey' performance due to death of actor Matt DeCaro, 70

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Who did the Chicago Bears select in the 2026 NFL draft? Meet the 7-player class.

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Obama Foundation hosts Earth Day event at Jackson Park

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Column: Shades of 1970 as an early-season winning streak ignites Chicago Cubs fever again

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Illinois sets new rules barring state workers from prediction market bets, AI use without oversight

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Months after late property tax bills, thousands are still waiting with no resolution in sight

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In Oklahoma, one family preserves a piece of Black history on Route 66

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In Southern California, one last strawberry harvest on Route 66

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Route 66: Photos from the 'Main Street of America'

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Editorial: A self-inflicted energy crisis is brewing in northern Illinois thanks to Springfield. Fix it.

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Editorial: New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani was wrong to target Ken Griffin

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Chicago 2050: Professors advise on how Chicago can train workers to succeed with AI

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Chicago 2050: David Awschalom on the future of quantum technologies

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President Trump claims progress in Mideast wars, but grievances could reignite them

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Close watch on how President Trump and journalists will get along at White House correspondents' dinner

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President Trump tells Fox News he's no longer sending envoys to Pakistan for Iran peace talks

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CTA breaks ground on Red Line Extension. The project 'corrects' history, acting CTA head says.

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Answer Angel: Ponytails?

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Review: 'Joe Turner's Come and Gone' is August Wilson's essential American story

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Review: 'Going Bacharach' at Apollo Theater is fabulous way to celebrate his songs

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Answer Angel: Slip-on shoes

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Column: There's hand-wringing over the Chicago Bears' draft once again. Let's just see how it all plays out.

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Chicago Bears add undrafted free agents, including Louisville QB Miller Moss and a 'squirrelly' receiver

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9 Chicago-area natives and where they went in the NFL draft, including a reunion for 2 former Marist teammates

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Chicago Cubs' winning streak ends at 10 games with 12-4 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers

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Terry Savage: Can you beat the market?

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Justice Department drops criminal probe into Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell

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NIPSCO Local 12775 workers ratify tentative agreement

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Historical Society House Walk focuses on five River Forest homes and their fascinating backstories

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Appeals court rules that President Trump's asylum ban at the border is illegal

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Cook County state's attorney has 'political alliance' with feds, attorneys seeking independent prosecutor argue

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ICE detainees in west Michigan refusing food to protest conditions, advocates say

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President Donald Trump's 'gold card' visa starting at $1 million granted to just 1 person so far, White House says

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Statewide school mental health initiative celebrates $100,000 grant at Matteson elementary school

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CPS lunch workers block traffic in protest outside the Chicago Board of Education as contract negotiations stall

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Simms defends himself on social media against allegations of inappropriate conduct with students

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School buses should all have alcohol tests to avoid drunken driving, NTSB recommends

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Crime and Public Safety

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Court briefs: Gary man gets 45 years in slaying

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Former NFL player shares foster system experience at IUN forum

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3 arrested after shots fired at police overnight in Brighton Park

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Legal providers try to 'bridge the gap,' touting the benefits of counsel for immigrants fighting removal

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Tick season seems to be off to a fast start. Some experts worry about future illnesses.

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UIC researchers use mural art to raise awareness of invasive plant species

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Oak Park celebrates environment, sustainability at Earth Fest

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University Park residents can seek claims as part of Aqua Illinois $12.5 million water contamination settlement

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Restaurants, Food and Drink

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Chicago's Tomato Man on the impacts of erratic spring temperatures on his beloved heirlooms

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Wine and cheese? Tips on how to make more imaginative pairings.

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Meet the food icons of Chicago

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Today in Chicago History: Foie gras banned by City Council. Sacré bleu!

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As Indiana extends coal and builds data centers, Illinois may be on the hook for neighbor's AI boom

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Today in History: John Wilkes Booth killed

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Mutual Ground in Aurora receives $2 million grant for renovations, with larger project on horizon

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Receding Fox River water levels in Elgin area may be impacted by Monday storms

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Mundelein man charged with soliciting teen girl

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Museum honoring region's steel heritage would be located in Portage

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30 smart places to put an Apple AirTag

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Best brushes to keep your water bottles squeaky clean

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These effective whitening toothpastes brighten your smile safely at home

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These powerful cordless drills handle any home improvement project

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