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Gov. JB Pritzker ‘happy to call a special session’ to keep Chicago Bears in Illinois but puts onus on team
The Illinois House and Senate each passed different bills for the Bears but neither passed the other chamber. Earlier this year, the Indiana legislature passed a bill creating a structure for the state to help the team build in Hammond.
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Editorial: Mayor Brandon Johnson is hamstringing City Council’s duties on the hated parking meter sale
Why is Mayor Brandon Johnson needlessly withholding information on the parking meters sale from the...
Politics
More than 92,000 Illinois consumers lost or dropped Obamacare health insurance in recent months
More than 92,000 Illinois consumers lost or dropped their Affordable Care Act health insurance in recent months following the expiration of generous tax credits.
Entertainment
The James Beard Awards are on Monday. Here’s what you need to know.
This year, Chicago has three nominees vying for a James Beard Restaurant and Chef Award.
Sports
Chicago White Sox’s story keeps getting better with Braden Montgomery’s MLB debut walk-off home run
The Chicago White Sox are a half-game behind the Cleveland Guardians in the American League Central after Tuesday's dramatic triumph.
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Photos: A look inside the Obama Presidential Center
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Business
City commissioners approve $202 million finance deal for Foundry Park megadevelopment
The Community Development Commission approved on Tuesday developer JDL Development’s plan to finance the transformation...
Immigration
Cars collide during Fed chase through Far Northwest Side streets
Federal immigration agents detained a man after chasing his car through the quiet streets of...
Education
Valparaiso School Board ready to hire new superintendent
The Valparaiso School Board is in contract negotiations with a finalist to succeed Superintendent Jim...
Crime and Public Safety
Southland crime: DUI crashes in Steger, Homer Glen and New Lenox, and more
Crime reports from south and southwest suburban agencies from police and court reports and news...
Environment
Chicago Architecture Center new exhibits highlight region’s natural and built wonders
“Chicago's Living Habitat” and “Flyway City” examine the region’s ecosystems, migratory birds, and intersection of...
Restaurants, Food and Drink
Food and drink aren’t the only items being served at restaurants, bars and coffee shops. Community is also on the menu.
Chicago restaurants, bars and coffee shops are thoughtfully embracing the meaning of hospitality and creating...
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: ‘World’s most beautiful office building’ contest announced by the Tribune
Here's a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on June 10, according...
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Clarendon Hills Daisy Days offers ‘small town USA’ fun June 19 and 20
Daisy Days, started by Clarendon Hills in 1964 to celebrate the 40th birthday of the...
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How to help your kindergartners prepare for school during the summer
To figure out the best way to help your kindergartner prepare for school during the...