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8 arrested after spring’s 1st ‘teen takeover’ in downtown Chicago
Eight were arrested and two dozen curfew violations issued after a chaotic “teen takeover” popped up downtown Wednesday night, the first of the year, according to Chicago police.
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Editorial: On Mayor Brandon Johnson’s bizarre move to fire Chicago’s deputy mayor for community safety
We believe Garien Gatewood's story on why Mayor Brandon Johnson fired him.
Politics
Stocks fall and oil prices rise as uncertainty about the war with Iran weighs on Wall Street
Uncertainty is weighing on Wall Street about when the war with Iran could end, and stocks are falling as oil prices rise on Thursday.
Entertainment
Make a note: Stationery is booming as we seek out more analog experiences
Stationerycore, as many call the culture, is having its moment, with devotees flocking to events such as the recent Chicago Stationery Festival in Ravenswood.
Sports
Column: Opening day arrives for Cubs and White Sox with renewed optimism, new faces — and even a few bidets
Another opening day for Chicago baseball, the gift that keeps on giving ... since 1876.
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Business
Aurora sets special liquor rules for new Hollywood Casino resort
The Aurora City Council has approved special rules around the sale of liquor and other...
Immigration
Chicago’s ‘Abolish ICE’ snowplow unveiled by Mayor Brandon Johnson as winner of annual contest
More than 9,000 people voted to rename one of six new Chicago snowplows "Abolish ICE"...
Education
Over parents’ objections, Evanston-Skokie District 65 OKs $528,000 iPad purchase
Parents expressed concerns about internet safety, but District 65 Board approved a $528,000 iPad purchase...
Crime and Public Safety
Contractor slain near United Center remembered as someone ‘trying to change the neighborhood’
Longtime contractor Jerry Lewis was shot and killed Tuesday afternoon in the city’s Near West...
Environment
Will County committee OKs 2,400-acre solar farm in Crete unincorporated area
The Will County Planning and Zoning Commission approved the Earthrise Energy solar farm in Crete...
Restaurants, Food and Drink
Chefs of 2-Michelin-star Oriole are opening All Well, a new restaurant in the West Loop
Chefs Noah Sandoval and Larry Feldmeier are opening All Well this spring, a new restaurant...
Investigations
As Indiana extends coal and builds data centers, Illinois may be on the hook for neighbor’s AI boom
Postponing the closure of the Schahfer coal plant also means continued exposure to toxic emissions...
History
Today in Chicago History: Illinois rallies to beat Arizona in overtime at Allstate Arena
Here's a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on March 26, according...
Local News
In a 5-4 vote, Elgin council delays ‘welcoming city’ ordinance decision
Elgin City Council's vote on a welcoming city ordinance was delayed after it became clear...
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