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Feds make long-promised move to drop charges against ex-Ald. Daniel Solis
The U.S. attorney's office officially has moved to drop the criminal case against high-profile government mole Danny Solis, the ex-alderman who played key roles in federal prosecutions that brought down two of Chicago's Democratic kingpins.
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Editorial: Want more voter participation? Here’s a way to get people more engaged.
Illinois could borrow from other states' playbooks and give voters more of a chance to...
Immigration
Federal judge orders legal funds for solo migrant children to be restored
A federal judge in Northern California ordered the restoration of legal funds for migrant children who enter the United States alone, temporarily reversing a Trump administration decision last month that had left children at risk of deportation.
Entertainment
Review: Canellakis and a mixed CSO concert is a reminder of the orchestra’s staffing challenges
Let’s hear it for substitute musicians. Without them, many a Chicago Symphony concert this year so far would have been impossible — including Thursday’s performance of “Canellakis Conducts Rachmaninov.”
Sports
4 Chicago Bears observations from the NFL owners meetings, including Ben Johnson’s competitive edge starting to show
New Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson won't shy away from a little competitive friction. It's part of what makes coaching such a passion pursuit for him.
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Politics
Federal judge dismisses Lan-Oak Park District trademark lawsuit against Lansing Journal
Federal Judge Steven C. Seeger ruled the Lansing Journal did not misappropriate Lan-Oak Park District's...
Business
Dow plummets in biggest wipeout since 2020, as fears of a broader trade war shake the markets
Wall Street followed global markets sharply lower Thursday after U.S. President Donald Trump announced tariffs...
Education
Southland schools hope to create career and technical center at former Rich East High School
A career and technical center at the former Rich East campus would serve high school...
Environment
As environmental justice ordinance nears City Council introduction, activists express hopes and frustrations
Some activists feel left out because they can't review the ordinance before its expected City...
Investigations
Conflict between SEIU and CTU escalates with allegations of ‘bullying’
The conflict between the CTU and SEIU, two key supporters of Mayor Brandon Johnson, escalates...
Restaurants, Food and Drink
Wrigley Field debuts menu with jibaritos, baseball doughnuts and fried ranch bombs
This year, baseball fans at Wrigley Field can enjoy new items such as doughnuts in...
Crime and Public Safety
Funeral services set for 3 boys killed in Carpentersville house fire, funded by charity
Funeral arrangements have been set for the three children who died as the result of...
Local News
From the Farm: Creamy ‘a la king’ recipes have an uncertain kitchen history origin
Growing up, I recall our mom Peggy kept a busy schedule balancing running a household,...
History
Today in History: Bill Gates and Paul Allen found Microsoft
On April 4, 1975, Bill Gates and Paul Allen founded Microsoft in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
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Support your cat’s gut health with the best probiotic
Cats can benefit from taking probiotics as much as people can, especially if they have...