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Chicago Bears say they will proceed with plans for a stadium in Hammond
The Chicago Bears will proceed with plans for a new stadium in Hammond, the organization announced Friday.
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Editorial: Get used to ‘Bear Down, Hammond Bears’ as Illinois’ reputation gets tackled for a loss
No matter what happens from here on the Bears' stadium, Illinois has suffered a black...
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Democrat Xavier Becerra advances to general election in race for California governor
Democrat Xavier Becerra has advanced to the general election for California governor after pitching himself as an experienced choice to lead the nation’s most populous state.
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Summer tourist season looks strong for local hotels, even without Taylor Swift and Beyoncé
Despite high gas prices and economic uncertainty, a densely packed calendar of events and concerts is expected to draw tourists to Chicago this summer.
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Column: Chicago Bears’ announcement about advancing their Hammond plans is a final cry to Illinois to act fast
Friday's announcement by the Chicago Bears made one thing clear: Arlington Heights site isn't dead yet, but Illinois will need to act quickly.
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Southland Development Authority event works to boost south suburban development
The Southland Development Authority's Achieve Summit at the Wind Creek Casino provides connections for economic...
Immigration
Senate passes $70B immigration enforcement bill without limits on Trump’s settlement fund
Senators voted 52-47 to pass the $70 billion legislation to fund Immigration and Customs Enforcement...
Education
‘Something just for us’: Former ASPIRA seniors celebrate prom with past classmates after school closures
Students who formerly attended the ASPIRA charter high schools came together to celebrate prom on...
Crime and Public Safety
Bicyclist killed in Bridgeport collision
A cyclist was fatally struck by a car on the city’s South Side late Friday...
Environment
Munster pauses mosquito spraying due to health, ecosystem concerns
Munster officials announced Thursday on social media that it’s “suspending mosquito spraying at this time”...
Restaurants, Food and Drink
31 Chicago food and drink festivals for summer 2026
The city's food festivals include events devoted to specific foods like tacos and burgers or...
Investigations
A mysterious company abandoned 603 oil wells, costing Illinois millions. Here’s how they did it.
A Tribune investigation reveals how Fireball evaded its legal responsibility, exposing communities to contaminants and...
History
Today in Chicago History: ‘Princess Di arrived in Chi and the town went gaga’
Here's a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on June 5, according...
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Giving up isn’t an option for Oswego’s Kennedy Gengler at state. Waubonsee commit says, ‘I just love playing.’
Kennedy Gengler delivers with two hits but Oswego drops a 13-3 decision to Mundelein in...
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