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Trump proposes eliminating race, ethnicity questions from 2030 census, alarming health, civil rights advocates
A proposal to eliminate races about race, ethnicity and sexual orientation from the U.S. census could hurt efforts to address racial inequities in Chicago and across the nation, health and civil rights advocates warn.
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Editorial: Many suburban school districts are asking taxpayers for more on Nov. 3. What happens if strapped taxpayers refuse?
Illinoisans managing their checkbooks have to be able to distinguish between wants and needs. So...
Politics
Two familiar faces seek Indiana House District 10 seat
Assistant Police Chief Ted Uzelac, a Republican former Portage City Council member, is challenging longtime state Rep. Chuck Moseley, a Democrat, in House District 10.
Entertainment
V.V. Lightbody returns to the spotlight with new album ‘Period Piece’
"Period Piece," out Oct. 9 on Egghunt Records, is a testament to the importance of unclenching, of loosening the grip we hold on ourselves and on life in general.
Sports
‘That’s a good team win right there.’ Brad Biggs’ 10 thoughts on the Chicago Bears’ Week 7 success.
If the Chicago Bears can take this season where they want to go, there will be more significant triumphs with greater performances in clutch moments. But a 30-24 win over the New England Patriots checked a lot of boxes.
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Week 7 photos: Chicago Bears beat New England Patriots 30-24
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Business
Halloween candy sales are off to a slow start amid high chocolate prices and affordability concerns
Halloween candy sales fell 6.7% in the month ending Oct. 17 compared to the same...
Immigration
Immigrants seeking US citizenship targeted in Trump administration’s illegal voting crackdown
Most of the immigrants targeted by federal authorities in California this week for alleged voter...
Education
Solar project at Trinity High School ties into wider church mission of environmental justice, president says
Trinity High School's $1.5 million solar panel project ties into a wider church mission focused...
Crime and Public Safety
Chicago man acquitted of murder in slaying of trans woman in 2018
A jury on Friday found a man not guilty at trial after prosecutors accused him...
Environment
GIS students mapping trees’ health at Indiana University Northwest
When Joe Blockland’s students at Indiana University Northwest want to call up a tree on...
Restaurants, Food and Drink
‘Off-putting’ or ‘a fine tool’? AI slop on restaurant signage is becoming rampant and repugnant.
Walk down a commercial street in almost any Chicago neighborhood or a busy corridor in...
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,...
History
Today in Chicago History: Detroit Lions receiver Chuck Hughes collapses during game vs. Chicago Bears
Here's a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on Oct. 24, according...
Local News
Nathan Claybrook picks ‘perfect time’ for 1st varsity goal as Lincoln-Way Central tops East for regional title
Nathan Claybrook scores first varsity goal as Lincoln-Way Central downs Lincoln-Way East 3-1 in Class...
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Those looking for a television option alternative to cable and satellite often consider outdoor TV...