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As summer heats up, what’s driving Chicago ‘teen takeovers’?
Such gatherings — known as “teen takeovers” or “teen trends” — have become increasingly common in Chicago over the last decade, especially during the warmer months. They are sporadic, organized quickly on social media, and can sometimes end in violence or even fatal gunfire.
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Editorial: About Toni Preckwinkle’s primary election promises on timely property tax bills
Once again, Cook County property tax bills will be mailed late. Cue the buck-passing.
Politics
How redistricting pit Wasserman Schultz against Black Democrats in Florida
Four Black Democrats running for Congress in the same South Florida district met last week for a highly unusual discussion. Should three of them drop out and rally around a consensus Black candidate in the Democratic primary against Rep. Debbie...
Entertainment
Review: Skillfully staged ‘Leopoldstadt’ at Writers Theatre needs to find its heart
Tom Stoppard's final play caps a career of brilliant plays with a semi-autobiographical story about two generations of a Jewish family.
Sports
How did Jeff Blashill grade out in his 1st season as Chicago Blackhawks coach? A look at the pros and cons.
Jeff Blashill wasn’t expected to lead the Chicago Blackhawks to euphoria in his first season but rather mesh with the young team as it grows into professionalism.
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Photos: Tornadoes and severe storms cause damage through the Chicagoland area
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Business
The radical hope of the Obama Center: Rethinking what a presidential library can be
The Obama Presidential Center is a world unto itself, a self-contained universe, a self-described space...
Immigration
Pope tells traffickers of migrants in the Canary Islands: Stop, repent or face God’s wrath
Pope Leo XIV warned people smugglers on Friday that they will face God’s wrath for...
Education
Preservation effort underway for Blessed Mother statue, a ‘reflection of compassion’ for decades at St. Coletta’s
A preservation effort is underway for a Blessed Mother statue stationed outside for decades at...
Crime and Public Safety
Chicago homicides in 2026: Here’s how the numbers compare with previous years
Chicago homicide data, which is updated on this page weekly, is through June 13, 2026.
Environment
29 tornadoes and a derecho confirmed so far in storms that tore through Illinois, northwest Indiana
This year's tally of tornadoes in northern Illinois and northwest Indiana is already the third...
Restaurants, Food and Drink
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.
Investigations
Illinois to audit plastic surgeon case after Tribune investigation
The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation has been investigating plastic surgeon Dr. Ayoub...
History
Today in Chicago History: Ferris wheel debuts at World’s Columbian Exposition
Here's a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on June 15, according...
Local News
Column: Tower demolished at Blackhawk plaza; former Park Forest residents recognized
Park Forest's Birch Street Townhomes will put plaques on units occupied by former Gov. Jim...
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If you don't have windows in your bedroom or you just want to get a...