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‘We were extremely careful that night,’ says witness to alleged sexual assault at fraternity party near U. of C.
As the sexual assault allegation makes national news, a witness recounted the precautions she and her friends took to protect themselves.
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Tribune Editorial Board endorsements for the 2026 Illinois general election
The Tribune editorial board’s tradition of making political endorsements is a cornerstone of this newspaper’s...
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ICE rejects suggestion that its officers wear body cameras that automatically activate
Federal immigration officials need to ensure that body cameras worn by officers are uniformly activated when needed, a government report released Wednesday said.
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Tale of the tapes: Naked Raygun and Eleventh Dream Day create new albums from an essential Chicago archive
A 1985 Naked Raygun show has become a limited-edition vinyl album.
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What we learned from the Chicago Bears, including the latest on Caleb Williams and Montez Sweat
Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson remained mum on his QB plans as Caleb Williams works his way back from a hamstring injury. He also addressed Montez Sweat's suspension.
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Netflix is laying off 6% of its workforce, in biggest round of job cuts at streaming giant in years
Netflix plans to lay off about 6% of its workforce, amounting to nearly 1,000 positions,...
Immigration
Texas prosecutor says ICE agent appeared to intentionally strike man with vehicle in Houston
A Texas prosecutor says a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent appeared to use a...
Education
Cornell president admits he never followed up on gang rape allegation ahead of no-confidence debate
Cornell University President Michael Kotlikoff knew in 2024 that a student had reported being gang...
Crime and Public Safety
Park Ridge police charge 79-year-old man with attempted murder in stabbing incident at an assisted living facility
A 79-year-old has been charged with attempted murder from an incident at an assisted living...
Environment
Expansion of battery storage operation helps Illinois’ clean energy goals, but much more is needed
Without more batteries, Illinois will be more reliant on imports from other states and more...
Restaurants, Food and Drink
Restaurant news: Hooligan, by Michelin award winning chef Christian Hunter, opens in Chicago
Chef Christian Hunter describes the cuisine at Hooligan as “third coast contemporary,” featuring Great Lakes...
Investigations
Illinois plastic surgeon with 8 patient deaths faces another license suspension
The Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs temporarily suspended Dr. Ayoub Sayeg’s medical license,...
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Gary expects to start demolition of Genesis Convention Center on Friday
Gary gave updates for its demolition of several blighted city structures, including the Genesis Convention...
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Of Notoriety: Whiting stage producer Scot Kokandy celebrating trifecta
Whiting’s Scot Kokandy has transformed from a daytime career as a Joliet-based banker to a...
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