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Existing ordinance may be used to address blight in Merrillville
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Wednesday’s recap: Bulls 102, Hornets 95
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Georgia Tech 66, Northwestern 58
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State’s school funding plan must change
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Bulls show toughness in bounce-back win over Hornets
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Roundup | Wednesday, Dec. 3
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Girls Basketball: Ashley Danzy delivers as West Side rolls past Andrean
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Boys Basketball: Chesterton pulls away in fourth quarter to beat Morton
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TV binge-watching inspires this year’s popular baby names
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2 charged with raping 16-year-old at Johns Hopkins off-campus fraternity
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The Google misery index: The times of year we’re most depressed, anxious and stressed
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After loss, Chris Collins says he may shake up Northwestern lineup
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The Simner Family Home, 1209 Dunstan Road
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Walk and Tour Information
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Control your praise for ‘The Tale of the Princess Kaguya’
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The Grove reports layoffs, will hire new management firm
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36 Waukegan High School students named Illinois State Scholars
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There’s no place like homes for the holiday
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Gloria Casas: Gross factor at play on Christmas toy lists
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Georgia Tech 66, Northwestern 58
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A Geneva gift certificate
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Drury hails passage of bill criminalizing ‘revenge porn’
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Buffalo Grove basketball needs young players to grow up in December
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Highland Park settles with police sergeants through arbitration
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All I Want for Christmas is…
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Best-laid plans: Sometimes they work; sometimes …
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Libertyville High standout will be an Ivy Leaguer
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Gabbin’ in the Grove: Schools, students come together to honor Ethan Wolfe
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District 220 seeks middle school teacher for Chinese Immersion program
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Lake County News-Sun Athletes of the Week
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Prep boys basketball: Lake Forest beats Z-B 58-49
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‘Wild’ heart can’t be broken
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Teachers plead not guilty to failing to report suspected sex abuse
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The Filas Family Home, 710 Shady Ave.
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Highland Park brothers score with rehydrating coconut waters
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Benefit dinner for church trip
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From our Geneva home to yours
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News and Schmooze: Honoring two local individuals
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Zion man found guilty on all murder counts
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Editorial: For Gov.-elect Rauner, the time for budget details has arrived
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Marcus Elgin Cinema adding recliner seats, alcohol
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The Fuller Family Home, 521 Campbell St.
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The Home of Russ and Kathleen Newhouse, 1264 Keim Court
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The Serluco Family Home, 1112 James St.
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Holiday train to stop in Pingree Grove Thursday, collect food and money for pantries
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LFA senior to tee it up next year at Boston College
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Which signs might change? Compare Wrigley proposals (infographic)
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Texas school board member apologizes for Klan image in Facebook post
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Protesters block traffic after officer cleared in chokehold death; U.S. Justice sets probe
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Jon Stewart after no indictment in Eric Garner case: I’d settle for less tragedy
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Virginia beats Maryland in first nonleague meeting since 1953
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Tyus Jones leads Duke over Wisconsin
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Review: ‘Panic 5 Bravo’
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Illinois girl killed in Gary shooting
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10 Chicago events not to miss in 2015
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Kitchen helpers that save time
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Ask Amy: In an intimate partnership, what is private?
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10 things you might not know about military-speak
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Crystal Lake police use antidote to reverse drug overdose
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Blotter: BB gun shots damage bowling alley in Wheaton
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Robbery of Gary man, 76, nets offender 5-year sentence
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Gary readies fund transfers to close out year
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Newbill heats up after halftime in Penn State win over Virginia Tech
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Gesell lifts Iowa to upset win over North Carolina
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1 dead in crash on Far South Side
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At Lawrence Hall, vulnerable kids terrorized, learn life of crime
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How Silicon Valley culture helped shape SA Ignite’s CEO as a leader
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Former commercial lender banks on Libertyville pizza business
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Chicago-based AvantCredit announces $225 million in funding
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AvantCredit raises funds
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Vernon Hills fifth-grader serves as principal for a day
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Lake County Stallions of Mundelein win youth football championship
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Rauner-Madigan showdown looms in 2015
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Boy, 17, killed in South Austin; 3 people wounded in other shootings
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Wrigley plan has fewer signs after National Park Service voices concern
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McCormick Place Green Line opening delayed to early 2015: city
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Residents invited to help count birds in DuPage forest preserves
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Columnist: Location key to luring business to Lake County, region
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76ers finally win, avoid matching NBA’s worst start
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Fast-food workers march in Loop for higher minimum wage
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VOTE: Should Blackhawks fans be disappointed in Corey Crawford?
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Photos: Loop clothing store burglarized
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Witnesses: Boy, 11, hit by Metra train cried out, ‘Help. My leg hurts’
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JOE FUREY JOINS THE CHICAGO OFFICE OF BDO USA, LLP AS A SENIOR MANAGER IN THE R&D TAX SERVICES PRACTICE
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Columnist: Location key to luring business to Lake County, region
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PC- hesright
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McCaskeys, Jerry Jones own the same flaw
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Prickly City: We ARE Stupid!
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Photos: Flooding in Downers Grove
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Beat Latino: Corrido por Ayotzinapa desde Chicago
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Who invented the computer? Walter Isaacson thinks he knows
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3-pointers: Breaking down Bulls’ win over Hornets
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Art books that make good gifts
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Review: ‘A Backpack, a Bear, and Eight Crates of Vodka’ by Lev Golinkin
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Can Cowboys avoid another December downturn?
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Scott Saul on ‘Becoming Richard Pryor’
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Family Friendly: TWS brings holiday classic tale “A Christmas Story” to the stage
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The Biblioracle: Small sites counter Amazon’s access
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Michael Lerman uses assistive technology to self-publish poetry
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Review: ‘Gil Scott-Heron’ by Marcus Baram
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Me, My Shelf and I: Britt Julious
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Review: ‘Mermaids in Paradise’ by Lydia Millet
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From the Archive: Uncensored ‘From Here to Eternity’ found
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Review: ‘The Happiest People in the World’ by Brock Clarke
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Reviews: ‘When I Am Yes’ and ‘Walmart Republic’
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Upcoming Chicago literary events
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Five books for the music lover on your holiday list
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Chicago book news: Pittard’s new novel, other releases
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Reader of the Week: Gabriel Bump
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New in paperbacks: ‘Coming Out to Play’ by Robbie Rogers, more
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Five theme park favorites that make us festive
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New holiday observations at Epcot’s World Showcase
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Don’t miss: Holidays at Universal Orlando
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Charges filed in shooting deaths of 2 teens in Ford Heights
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Naperville debates liquor license for downtown Walgreens
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The Eric Garner case’s sickening outcome
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Are season-long offensive woes an anomaly or serious problem?
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Bob Seger’s an enduring non rock-star
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Downers Grove considers rebates for flood control projects
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Driver seeks help at McDonald’s after girl, 17, fatally shot in Gary
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Juan Pastor exquisitely blends jazz with music of Peru
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Chicago-area classical music recommendations
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Johnny Mathis is the sound of the holidays
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Oshwa: When a classical pianist goes wild
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Short-sale tax break passes House, on to Senate
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Will Bears address offensive line in free agency or the draft?
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China recibe 16 millones de dólares por la cancelación del tren mexicano
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Bobby Rahal sells Lincoln Park mansion
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Football book editor resurrects Chicago sports memories
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Yelawolf has just a couple of things to say
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How KlutchClub inspired a Chicago-based data-driven incubator
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Midwest events include a mansion decorated for a Victorian Christmas
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Martin, Aston Martin headlines new Bond film ‘Spectre’
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Cops: Pair pilfered from Oak Lawn porch
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Why isn’t the offense more balanced when all the talk was that it would be?
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Gators reach agreement to hire Jim McElwain as head football coach
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What Haloti Ngata’s suspension means for Ravens and what’s next for him
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La Rabida awards service, philanthropy at gala
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With Sarah Elston the centerpiece of its offense, Loyola beats Fenwick
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Review: ‘Bjork: Biophilia Live’
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Review: ‘The Tale of the Princess Kaguya’
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Review: ‘Bad Hair’
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Mortgage rates slide to 3.89 percent
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Launch of NASA’s Orion
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Photos from La Rabida awards gala
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Pictures: Holidays at Epcot’s World Showcase at Walt Disney World
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Lorenzo Edwards makes season debut, Lake Forest beats Zion-Benton
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What is the possibility of swapping Jay Cutler for RGIII?
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Judge: Walgreen can keep inside information out of defamation trial
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México descarta ser juzgado por justicia internacional por 43 desaparecidos
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Pence to seek changes to state education oversight
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Newtown Acquires Lanza House
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Rudolph Dance Off wants to see Chicago’s moves
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Jonathan Adler: Why glitz is good
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Review: ‘Antarctica: A Year on Ice’
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Sony tries to contain damage as hackers leak more data
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Tensión racial en NY tras exoneración de policía por muerte de afroamericano
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Former police chief charged with murder in 2011 shooting death in S.C.
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Ronnie Spector’s Christmas starts in September
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Why cut Ahmad Dixon and then sign Anthony Walters?
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Chicago’s old main post office building for sale
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Lake Forest Academy basketball has plenty of depth
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A Chicago twist on the Arian Foster Tinder prank
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Fuerzas federales mexicanas asumen la seguridad de la turística Acapulco
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Me, My Shelf and I: Britt Julious
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Life of Pie: Ingrid Kosar’s invention keeps delivery pizzas hot
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Are Bears not running the ball because offensive line can’t block?
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‘Tis the season…for thieves to swipe your packages: cops
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Gracie Gold withdraws from Grand Prix finals with injury
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Best educational toys balance kid appeal with learning opportunities
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Jonathan Adler style and glitz
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Alderman’s ex-chief of staff pleads guilty to bribery: ‘I accepted the $7,500’
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Mike Riley leaves Oregon State for Nebraska
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Baker recreates tastes from childhood
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Tigers’ senior center Tom Hap making up for lost season
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Aurora mom marks 20 years with family mentoring group
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Venezuelan film examines tresses and stresses
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Why are the holidays so hard, and how can you get through them?
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‘Peter Pan Live’ song switch praised by head of Native American museum
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Good Cause: DuPage County Toys for Tots underway
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Tom Berliner: There are pros and cons to workshop assessments
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Humanitarian Service Project brings Christmas to many families
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Eat this: Veggie sandwich
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San Jose homeless encampment
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Aurora Public Library and Fire Museum: Gems that work together
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Swearing princesses now exploited in name of domestic violence awareness
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Elementary club goes extra 100 miles for fitness
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Grant Park skate park to open on Dec. 6
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Convicted felon removed from school board for a second time
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Naperville mom offers a little magic from North Pole
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Fair-trade champion and MarketPlace founder empowers artisans in India
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Ravens player Steve Smith on African safari
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Comings and Goings: Photographers shoot on location in Fox Valley
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76ers to the Orioles to the Cubs: Bad losing streaks
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Acknowledging white privilege
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Sad that blacks still have so many obstacles
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Michael Brown crossed many lines
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Many pedestrians are oblivious to their surroundings
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The sky’s the limit for student architects at Brooks Middle School
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Faulty early warning system could hide next exploding air bag
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Give gifts from Aurora, Naperville
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49 K1 – Advent calendar
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Joakim Noah scores a double in ‘Swingman’ jersey spot
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Directores técnicos a la mexicana
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Fox Valley Cooks: Make-ahead meals save busy families time
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Pulse: ‘Camelot’ star, Yorkville big band, Habitat for Humanity, Giving Tuesday
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Pulse: Loaves & Fishes tree on display at Cantigny in Wheaton
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Winnetka resident honored by cancer group
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Barre Code fitness studio coming to Oak Park
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Garden Tip: Creating beautiful holiday containers
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Holiday tips: ‘Tis the season to save your diet
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Review: ‘Wild’
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Noseda, Teatro Regio hit the mark with thrill-packed ‘William Tell’
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Blackberry Express: All aboard for Yuletide cheer
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Comings and Goings: Pet resort expands in Oswego
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With African safari, Steve Smith takes a walk on the wild side
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Pace conducts Kane County study to determine transit needs
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50 residents turn out for Park District presentation about coyotes
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Necessity breeds cooking skill
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Pulse: Peaceful Parlour, Noah’s Arcade
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Search for missing veteran focuses on wooded area
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Good Cause: Go for a run before you tackle that turkey
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Kick the smoking habit with these programs
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Al galope hacia la postemporada de la NFL
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Suzy Watson, Winfield resident, ex-smoker and cancer survivor. | Submitted
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Tom Strong: Veteran shares stories of World War II
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Grandmother’s gift of windmill turns into lifetime project
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Father, son now on opposite ends of the basketball court
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Chicago’s old main post office
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Protests over Ferguson decision need to be peaceful
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Pet gifts good for people too
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Give ex-cons a chance; they may surprise you
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Parking problems? Go slow and use these tips
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Walgreen names Linda Filler 1st chief merchandising officer
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Rick Bayless to cameo in Goodman Theatre-Second City collaboration
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Allegations against Bill Cosby disheartening
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Jim Rhodes: Keep calm, be direct when dialing 911
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New NIU study says emails could be hazardous to health
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Chicago man charged with dealing Ecstasy: authorities
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Examine treatment of black males by criminal justice system
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Election is over, so let’s get to work
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Jim Rhodes: How and when to use a fire extinguisher
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Calming traffic, residents is what drives Aurora engineer
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Deb Shops files for bankruptcy
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RagLite
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Impressive lineup of general, hero shows Aurora’s patriotism
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Data security breaches a real cause for concern
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Calming traffic, residents’ concerns a difficult study
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A look at origins of Halloween
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Could East Aurora Board’s ‘one voice’ douse public debate?
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Funny how much Halloween, election day have in common
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Epcot: ‘Frozen’ actor makes Candlelight Processional debut
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As IOC looks forward, old problem of doping clouds horizon
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Churches tackle stigma surrounding mental illness
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Bears-Cowboys Brain Teaser Answer
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Love Essentially: The impact of cancer on commitment, romance, sex and true love
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‘Gone Girl’ author, screenwriter visits Skokie amid Oscar buzz
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Legislative oversight of ComEd smart grid delayed until 2019
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Unanswered question about Aurora air traffic facility fire
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Berliner: When it comes to leadership, just do it
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Aurora has a number of reasons to be proud
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Sports columnist Bryan Burwell dies
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ACL injuries: Screening push is no knee-jerk reaction
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Tracking device lets you check a bag worry-free
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Fantasy start/sit for Week 14: Is Alshon Jeffery ready for Cowboys showdown?
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4 Chicagoans lace up for Roller Derby World Cup
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Fred Hampton and the infamous Black Panther raid
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How Bruce Rauner can lead Illinois from ruin
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Sorority event a walk on the holiday side
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Letter: Location key to luring business to Lake County, region
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Rauner in D.C., backs state term limits, not federal
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U.S. Navy revokes Bill Cosby’s honorary chief petty officer title
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Best-sellers: Hardcover fiction and nonfiction, plus Chicagoland hits
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Zac Rzewnicki’s value rises after ball-handling work
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Baikal Ice Marathon in Siberia: Only for the bravest
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Israel and Pakistan, historical twins
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Project: Easy Advent calendar
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SiriusXM customers may qualify for settlement share
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RagLite: Chicago film-production veterans’ answer to dark settings
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With so many laws, we could all be felons
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Economics will be Jeb Bush’s greatest problem for 2016
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Heat’s Deng now dealing with swelling in hand, likely to miss time
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Fringe Festival will introduce Kids Fringe
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Child porn charges filed against man living at McHenry home that houses day care center
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Renovated Omphoy Palm Beach renamed as Tideline Ocean Resort & Spa
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Cupich to celebrate midnight Mass at event honoring Our Lady of Guadalupe
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District 214 doubling the number of electric car charging stations
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The latest in traveler apps, including Amazon, Roadtrippers and Matter
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Jewel punished for violating disability settlement
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Stolen vehicle ditched at Dunkin’ Donuts after late night police pursuit
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More catalytic converters stolen in Geneva parking lots
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Sears reports quarterly loss of $548 million
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Sprawling Silicon Valley homeless encampment being cleared out
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Year in review: A look back at the top entertainment stories of 2014
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Blackhawks call up Klas Dahlbeck, send Adam Clendening to AHL
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Owner of Chicago’s old main post office seeks partner or buyer
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Hinsdale History Museum to set regular visiting hours
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Groups can decorate trees near Orland Park ice rink
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For-profit Florida college used strippers to recruit students: complaint
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Fur Ball raises $1.6 million for PAWS Chicago
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Prospect kindergartners enjoy lunch with a foreign twist
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Emanuel not challenging question on electing school board
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Entrevista con Kuno Becker ‘Panic 5 Bravo’ en Chicago
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Landmarks panel OKs latest Wrigley sign plans
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District 181 Board approves ‘compromise’ levy to avoid deficit
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Business owners asking the $13 question: Can I survive?
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McCain blocks Obama’s nomination for Iraq policy diplomat
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A bright idea: Dazzling bike lights from MonkeyLectric
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‘I Learn America’, el documental que muestra a los adolescentes inmigrantes
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Open thread: The Week in Review
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‘¡Ayúdenme, me duele la pierna!’, gritó el niño cuando el tren se la cercenó
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Nurses, get the flu shot
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Todd Lundy, consultant to law and accounting firms, dies at 76
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Chuy, ‘convencido’ de vencer a Emanuel por la alcaldía de Chicago
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Takata non grata
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Naperville to hold off on new system for parking tickets
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Julianne Moore finally having her long-delayed moment
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Naperville property tax bills to rise
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Pioneer Press Boys Soccer Player of the Year: Hinsdale Central’s Wes Bergevin
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A worrisome sign for Clintonistas: Low audience turnout — in Georgetown
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$3M bail for man accused of Riverdale slaying
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State legislators send anti-‘revenge porn’ measure to Gov. Quinn
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Judge denies Kustok motion for new trial; sentencing scheduled
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Kentucky healthcare worker fired over inflammatory Ferguson post
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Decision on Adrian Peterson’s appeal expected in a week
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Bank Burned Lanza Items To Prevent Memorabilia Sales
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Airports get ceremonial caisson for fallen troops
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Alderman’s ex-chief pleads guilty to bribery
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Woman pleads guilty to lesser charge in death of newborn
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Judge denies Kustok’s bid for new trial
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Dave Martinez joining Cubs as bench coach
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Hackers may have stolen Bebe Stores’ payment card data: KrebsOnSecurity
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Illinois lawmakers pass eavesdropping fix, bobcat hunting season
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Library contest aims to bring fame to self-published author
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Jeremiah Ratliff, Robbie Gould inactive versus Cowboys
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Obama friend Whitaker to be in federal court in Springfield Monday
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Hagel dismisses reports he resigned over differences with Obama
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Father, son now on opposite ends of the basketball court
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Girls basketball: Bloom’s King picks herself up again
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Football: LaPorte’s Schellinger retires after coaching Slicers for 22 years
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Bill Cosby’s attorney says comedian target of extortion
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Zac Rzewnicki’s value rises after ball-handling work
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Friday’s matchup: Canadiens at Blackhawks
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Boys basketball: Kentucky-bound Matthews no one-man show
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Tiger Woods stumbles to last place in return to golf
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Body Cam Justice
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Cupich leads prayers for Cook County’s unidentified dead
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Glencoe native in town to sign his children’s book
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Boys basketball notes: Expect a classic between Larkin, Morgan Park
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Sam Farmer’s Week 14 NFL picks
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Michael Brown, Eric Garner: Why killings by police cause public suspicions
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Ex-Aurora man loses bid to be sentenced as juvenile for woman’s murder
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Ravens’ Haloti Ngata suspended rest of regular season for violating NFL’s PED policy
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For some, Oak Park area could use more shades of green
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NIU can boost bowl status with victory in MAC championship game
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Things to do around Clarendon Hills this weekend, Dec. 5-7
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Did Nebraska just hire a Marc Trestman clone?
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Lack of goals puzzling to Blackhawks’ Marian Hossa
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What it pays to be a juror (infographic)
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Friday’s MAC championship matchup: NIU vs. Bowling Green
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Tribune Silver Football finalists: Melvin Gordon, J.T. Barrett, Joey Bosa
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Benedict Cumberbatch officially joins Marvel’s ‘Doctor Strange’
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Girls basketball blog: Young tardy to party but plans to stay late
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‘Revenge’ star Madeleine Stowe speaks out about MS
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Midlothian welcomes Berkot’s supermarket
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Cook County seeks public input on its transportation plan
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Tribune’s series casts harsh light on ill treatment of youth
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Steve Kerr loves being back in the game as the Warriors’ coach
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Finding big-ticket bargains during the holiday season
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Spread cheer, not germs this holiday season [Infographic]
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5 questions you should ask your pharmacist
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Tips for cafe-quality coffee without leaving your kitchen
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Countdown to 2015: New ideas to get your home ready for the new year
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Tips for finding the best tech gifts this holiday season
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Top 5 reasons people donate to charity
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Don’t let new year’s fervor fizzle: 6 ways to achieve meaningful change
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New archbishop presides at burial rite for Cook County’s unknown
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DePaul 84, Chicago State 60
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Sex abuse trial less likely for ex-Winnetka teacher, 94
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Bulls love Pau Gasol’s leadership as well as his high-level play
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Boys basketball capsules: Five games to watch this weekend
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How do I tell girls I’m bisexual?
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Where do I find another M for an MMF threesome?
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Boys basketball notes: Expect a classic between Larkin, Morgan Park
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Speak Out for Friday, Dec. 5, 2015
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Crowded Big Ten bowl picture could leave Illinois on outside
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N.Y. action dooms seller of ‘loosies’
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Rauner’s phony surprise over Illinois’ ‘phony’ budget
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Gary Police Commission fires convicted cop
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Disney to launch education apps
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Law & Order: Authorities still trying to ID man
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College notes: Hampshire grad Ryan Cork lets assists flow at ECC
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Boys Basketball: Lake Central turns back Andrean 54-33
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DePaul rolls to 84-60 win over Chicago State
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Bears recap: Not any better than Tinkerbell
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Ryan Leaf released from prison
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Justice Dept. finds Cleveland police use excessive force
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Final: Cowboys 41, Bears 28
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President Obama ushers in Christmas with lighting of national tree
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Fells Point home shows off its true colors
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Los Cowboys entierran a los Bears en el Soldier Field
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Speak Outs: Route 31 bypass is empty
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Paging George McCaskey: Your team got pantsed again nationally
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Boys basketball: Lake Forest handles Zion-Benton
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Roundup | Thursday, Dec. 4