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Clean geothermal energy to heat and cool West Woodlawn homes: ‘An example for the entire country.’
Plastic pipes beneath Chicago alleys will tap into year-round underground temperatures of about 55 degrees.
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Editorial: Brandon Johnson delivers a solid performance under a harsh Washington glare
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson's first task in the high-risk sanctuary cities hearing congressional Republicans held...
Immigration
Chicago landlord ordered to pay $80,000 for threatening to call ICE on tenants, a first under 2019 state law
An Illinois circuit court judge ordered a Chicago landlord last month to pay $80,000 to former tenants after threatening to call ICE on them during a verbal dispute in June of 2020, according to court documents.
Entertainment
Column: At 50, ‘Dog Day Afternoon’ shows us what’s missing now from true-crime movies
I recently re-watched this 1975 movie starring Al Pacino with a roomful of young college students in Urbana-Champaign. They were riveted.
Sports
Column: Topics to gnaw on until March Madness, from the Chicago Bulls’ play-in ‘push’ to Dick Allen’s Hall cap
As we eagerly await the bracket announcements, tournament pools and CBS' March Madness theme song, here are some other topics to pass the time before the NCAA tournaments.
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![According to the Vatican, Pope Francis, 88, was still in critical condition Sunday but "remains alert and well-oriented” and took part in Mass on Sunday morning. The Vatican said "some blood tests show early, mild renal insufficiency, which is currently under control." Since Saturday evening, the pope "has not experienced any further respiratory crises," the Vatican said.]( "According to the Vatican, Pope Francis, 88, was still in critical condition Sunday but \"remains alert and well-oriented” and took part in Mass on Sunday morning. The Vatican said \"some blood tests show early, mild renal insufficiency, which is currently under control.\" Since Saturday evening, the pope \"has not experienced any further respiratory crises,\" the Vatican said.")
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![The Chicago area has been experiencing frigid conditions this week. Temperatures are expected to hover in the single digits into midweek, officials said.]( "The Chicago area has been experiencing frigid conditions this week. Temperatures are expected to hover in the single digits into midweek, officials said.")
Politics
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau expects a trade war between Canada and the US for the ‘foreseeable future’
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Thursday he welcomed indications that the U.S. would delay substantial...
Business
Lakeshore East 3-bedroom home with private balcony: $3M
Address: 363 E. Wacker Drive, No. 4308, Chicago Price: $2,998,000 Listed: Jan. 17, 2025 This...
Education
Amendment to Chicago Public Schools’ budget opens door for long-awaited, controversial loan
The Chicago Board of Education posted a budget amendment that opens the door for Mayor...
Environment
City begins rehousing efforts for Gompers Park homeless encampment residents
City officials began the process Wednesday of finding apartments for about 30 homeless people living...
Investigations
‘Troubled’ Housing Authority of Cook County spent more than $60,000 at Six Flags
Hundreds of Housing Authority of Cook County employees and their families went to Six Flags...
Restaurants, Food and Drink
Readers’ Choice Food Awards winners: 10 restaurants, bars, bakeries and more that impressed Chicago in 2024
After thousands of votes, here are the 10 winning restaurants, bars and more in the...
Crime and Public Safety
House Speaker Johnson’s top aide is arrested on charge of driving under the influence, police say
The chief of staff to House Speaker Mike Johnson was arrested Tuesday night on suspicion...
Local News
Elgin church’s drive-thru service offers convenient way to receive Ash Wednesday ashes
As it has done for the last several years, St. Hugh of Lincoln Episcopal Church...
History
Today in Chicago History: Chance the Rapper writes $1 million check to CPS
Here's a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on March 6, according...
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Swing into fun with the best kids golf clubs
Kids’ golf club sets usually consist of six or fewer clubs. There are woods, irons,...