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Karolina Pliskova, Johanna Konta continue winning runs at Australian Open
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Caitlin Teehan the latest Carmel contributor in win against St. Viator
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Obama closes his presidency on note of optimism: ‘We’re going to be okay’
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Weekend: Eat. Drink. Do.
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Appeals court rules restrictions to gun ranges in Chicago are unconstitutional
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Flight Gala raises $254,000 for kids with cancer
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Couple should be smarter than their smart phone
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Tekia Mack’s fierce play leads way for unbeaten No. 4 Marshall girls
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Officials to announce stream restoration partnership in Howard County
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Nantucket-style home in Winnetka: $1.8M
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Morning Spin: City ethics board blesses Vatican trip paid for by business group
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‘If you see Barack in this home, you know there’s hope’
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As soon as he is inaugurated, Trump will move to clamp down on immigration
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Not sure? Go. The women’s march will welcome you.
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Sluggish tax rebate program leaves Emanuel millions to spend
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Shirley Jackson’s gothic tale goes nowhere in ‘Sundial’
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Surf Bar says ‘aloha,’ is transforming into industry hangout Branca Bar
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Chicago drone photographer pays FAA $200,000 over alleged airspace violations
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‘Split’ review: Shyamalan pits Anya Taylor-Joy against the multitalented James McAvoy
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Photo gallery: Italy avalanche buries hotel
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Tehran building fire, collapse
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Rauner aides say Senate budget plan short $4.3 billion
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U. of I. plans tuition freeze, major enrollment growth
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4 cops suspended for week over dashcam failures at Laquan McDonald shooting
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Jan. 19, 2017: Video of fatal police shooting on Chicago’s South Side released
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Chicago cop charged with first-degree murder in off-duty shooting
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Novak Djokovic out in 2nd-round upset to wild-card entry at Australian Open
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Fleeing robbery suspect leaves baby behind in car
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Free Scholastic children’s books from Kellogg’s
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Racially insensitive pinata passed around at River North nightclub
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Robots, personalization, customization: Retail technology to watch
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Man dies after being shot Tuesday on the South Side
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Boka Group to open Somerset in Viceroy Hotel; Lee Wolen named chef
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Zac Brown Band to play Wrigley Field in August
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Even in Alaska, temperatures as low as -59 are hard to handle
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Armed robbers steal truck from driver in South Austin
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‘Empire’ star ‘hears from’ Chicago homicide victim on ‘Long Island Medium’
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U.S. bombers strike Islamic State camps in Libya
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Warm up from the inside out with updates on the hot toddy
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Shout Out: Leslie Wolf, Park Ridge volunteer
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Chicago teens face charges in Norridge carjacking
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Will he stay or will he go? Gambia president-elect plans inauguration in exile as president refuses to leave
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Hero librarians create fake reader to save books, outsmart algorithms
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Can coffee perk up heart health?
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The Obama pardon you should be mad about: Oscar Lopez Rivera
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Netflix soars, Esquire goes dark as TV viewers move online
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U.S. jobless claims hit lowest level in more than 43 years
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On the NFL bingo card of hate, the Patriots are the free spot, but someone’s moving up
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‘God Bless the U.S.A.’: The (apparently) apolitical origins of a GOP inauguration favorite
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UConn coach Randy Edsall believes in commitment — to Randy Edsall
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Data breaches hit record in 2016 as DNC, Wendy’s hacked
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Kristin Cavallari criticized for post comparing Jay Cutler to 300-pound lesbian
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‘Paterson’ review: Everything depends on a poetic N.J. bus driver
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Obama trolls Trump with Chelsea Manning clemency
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Hop aboard the swankiest suite at sea — for $10,000 a night
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Peek inside the Regent Suite
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Griffith joins other municipalities in stoplight plan
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North Dakota landowners sue over Dakota Access easements
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‘King Cobra’ review: James Franco plays gay porn director in story that’s all smut, no soul
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Challengers aim for spot on ballot in Franklin Park
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‘Peter and the Farm’ review: Documenting a farmer’s struggle between culture, agriculture
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Rapper Isaiah Rashad is, at his core, a storyteller
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‘xXx: The Return of Xander Cage’ review: The return of Vin Diesel, fast cars, (mostly) fierce women
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Saudi Arabia says another OPEC cut possible in 2017
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Clarkson: Hinsdale talk highlights Chicago’s continuing architectural impact
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Michele Annise rocks the house with a harp as Yomi
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Toronzo Cannon drives the blues bus
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Ray Benson and Dale Watson geek out together
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Watch OK Go perform Morrissey’s ‘Interesting Drug’ on ‘Late Late Show’
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Cyr: Defense secretary nominee’s military background a plus
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Recommended Chicago-area classical concerts
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Hinsdale South’s Danish Qureshi sticks with wrestling, reaps rewards
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Branden Jacobs-Jenkins says ‘Gloria’ is not personal — really
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New take on classic ‘Snow Queen’ by Mudlark Theater
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The beat glows on for Daddy-Daughter Dance
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This ‘Little Red Riding Hood’ tweaks a Grimm tradition
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Disney After Hours event returns to Magic Kingdom
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Marigold Maison to bring Indian cuisine option to Lincolnshire
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Joey Bianchini uses state wrestling runner-up finish as motivation
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Dads, daughters dance in Libertyville
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A Chinese New Year party that’s for the birds
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Disney on Ice showcases favorite characters, songs
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President Obama, why did you let us down in Syria?
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Cubs World Series trophy coming to Western Springs
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Average 30-year mortgage rate falls to 4.09 percent
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Love Essentially: Ringing in the new year means taking off the ring for some
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Artificial intelligence is growing so fast, even Google’s co-founder is surprised
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Ellen DeGeneres makes history at the People’s Choice Awards
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NHL goaltenders begin to get acquainted with new, tighter pants
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Help Squad: Illinois-registered vehicle winds up with Arizona title, lots of red tape
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College gamers get rivalries, scholarships in Big Ten TV deal
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‘Lord of the Dance’ Michael Flatley heading to Trump’s inaugural ball
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Pictures: Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom at night
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Cub Scouts race toward the finish line
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Paul Sassone: Oak Park makes it easier to get rid of old electronics properly
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Google co-founder ‘surprised’ by speed of AI advancements
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Step Afrika troupe shows the roots of modern stepping
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‘Players Only:’ TNT to launch NBA coverage featuring ex-players
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Elmhurst coffee shop gets city expansion assistance
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Blackhawks Convention passes go on sale Jan. 27
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Historical restoration group to work on Union Station
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Young dancers step up to support dog rescue
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Shout Out: Jeremy Weinstein, filmmaker and dog lover
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Handicapping the Kentucky Derby
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Baltimore Consent Decree: Public Written Comments
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Kanye West not ‘traditionally American’ enough to perform at Trump inauguration, hints organizer
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How are the new Mac Jr. and Grand Mac at McDonald’s? We dig in
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The benefits of faux fur vs. the real deal
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Disney: New musical acts move into Epcot
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Aurora man guilty of attempted murder for stomping on a man’s head
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Smart shopping tips for Valentine’s Day
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6 easy, affordable smart home features that could help you sell your house faster
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Once homeless, Kris Lampley now a leader for Loyola boys basketball
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Petrak: Home invasion a reminder to stay safe
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For first time, CIA publishes guidelines for handling Americans’ info
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CSN to live-stream Cubs and Sox games
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Traveling to Denver for pot clubs? Rules are still up in the air.
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Clarendon Hills police contract grants retroactive raises
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Why feminists should accept Melania Trump
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Aurora community forum focuses on recent violence
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Waukegan police seek ‘armed and dangerous’ homeless robbery suspect
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The U.S.’ priciest house for sale: A Bel-Air mansion with 21 bathrooms and a helicopter
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Donald Trump wax figure at Madame Tussauds Orlando
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Letter: Mayor thanks Day of Service participants
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Bruce Springsteen gives farewell concert for Obama staffers
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Kohl Children’s Museum exhibit lets kids explore panda reserve, Chinese market
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Ex-Bear Charles Tillman says first child knocked him off his game
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Mortgage premium reduction is positive news, but might change under Trump
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McDonald’s rolls out new Big Mac sizes — Mac Jr. and Grand Mac — nationwide
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AP Source: Feds end probe of fatal Tesla crash without recall
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Northbrook to consider narrower lanes, more stop signs for Lee, Voltz roads
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CSN to live-stream Cubs and White Sox games
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Three Brothers Theatre seeks agreement for larger Genesee Street venue
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Trump wax figure unveiled at Madame Tussauds Orlando
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We’ve got the antidote to your January blues: the Depression Dog
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Enter the Scott Stantis cartoon caption contest
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Paul Sassone: It’s probably best our cats can’t talk
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Tickets available for big college golf tourneys in Sugar Grove
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Winner: “Seemed safer in the old days when we just kited checks.” – Steve Rosenbaum, Oak Lawn
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Families sue social media companies, blaming them for a role in terror attacks
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Chicago Ridge fire station to provide around-the-clock coverage starting Feb. 1
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America’s original NAFTA negotiator says Trump can improve deal
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Community calendar
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Lost phone dials up timely realization
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Higginson: A real doggone itch
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Local baseball coaches have fond memories of late Chicago Cubs scout
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Term-limits referendum thrown out in Wauconda
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Heart of the Home: A look at the 2017 real estate market
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Twitter’s workforce diversity improves, goals raised for 2017
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Oprah’s new cookbook: Just for fans? Or a broader appeal?
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Time works against Sammy Sosa’s Hall of Fame quest
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Cub Scouts race toward the finish line
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Former Chicago Cub Todd Hollandsworth lists Barrington home for $1 million
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Yorkville looks at extending life of tax district
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Waukegan School District 60 to expand magnet programs
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Anita Borg Institute wants to do more to boost Chicago’s women in tech
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Did Lance Briggs call out the Bears and John Fox?
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Park Ridge City Council OKs engineering work for Northwest Highway beautification
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Police investigation finds no wrongdoing tied to missing computer
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Heritage Auctions brings its paddles to Chicago
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Federal watchdog sues TCF Financial over overdraft fees
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Stan’s Donuts’ Rich Labriola and a life of gustatory joy
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Scholar answers eight key Holocaust questions
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‘Founder’ director aimed for complicated, conflicted view of McDonald’s Ray Kroc
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Rough-and-tumble Chicago newspapermen restored in ’31 version of ‘The Front Page’
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Volunteers gather at MLK Day of Service and Reflection
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Notre Dame principal Dan Tully joins IHSA Board of Directors
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This Gmail phishing attack is tricking experts. Here’s how to avoid it.
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Lenhoff: Growth in housing development feels a bit like the 80s
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‘Welcoming ordinance’ aims to protect Oak Park immigrants
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Bucktown home once owned by former White Sox catcher Sandy Alomar up for sale
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Girl Scouts should skip inaugural parade in favor of an open letter
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Limitless Coffee surprises with Logan Square brew bar, built virtually overnight
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Section of Melms Road closed after vehicle crash Wednesday
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Palmolive Building now has 3rd condo for sale with $7 million-plus price tag
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D.B. Sweeney talks new Chicago-set movie ‘Gavin Stone,’ his Cubs magic
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Letters to the editor
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Iran shocked by raging fire that collapsed iconic high-rise, killing at least 30 firefighters
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Geneva man ruled unfit for trial in carjacking case
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North Shore Country Day’s basketball bash raises money for Alzheimer’s
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Palmolive Building condo
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Taj Gibson practices, game-time decision vs. Hawks
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California scientist names moth species after Donald Trump
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Red Tie Ball raises $260,000 to support research on congenital heart defects.
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Punch Out raises $10,000 to help people with Parkinson’s
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Referee who threw controversial flag in Steelers-Chiefs game reportedly gets the Super Bowl
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Service Club raises $45,000 at Holiday Luncheon.
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After 21 years, Schubas to close Harmony Grill, open ‘modern’ restaurant
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World of Chocolate gala raises $105,000 to support AIDS Foundation of Chicago.
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Jane Lynch to play Janet Reno in new series about the ‘Unabomber’
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Barrington dancers pose with rescue dogs on fundraising calendar.
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Golden Globes Party raises funds for St. Jude Hospital.
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CPS, give charter schools a chance to grow
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Todd Hollandsworth’s Barrington home
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A post-inauguration diagnosis
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Berg: AFSCME strike vote is an insult to middle-class Illinoisans
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Quickly
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‘The Walking Dead’ producers toned down violence after season premiere backlash
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Speak out: We need to keep an eye on Congress
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Broncos coach Vance Joseph says past sexual assault allegations ‘are false’
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Mr. Trump, help us rebuild our inner cities
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Break cabin fever at Flossmoor winter fest
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From chili to chocolate, foodie events can chase the chill
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Trandel wins One Winnetka preliminary approval, asked to memorialize Fell building in project
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Randy Blaser: Americans are in for exciting times ahead
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Senegal: Troops enter Gambia in effort to get former leader to go as new president inaugurated
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Dow erases gain for 2017 as stocks fall, bond yields climb
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Historic Haeger Potteries pieces available at auction
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In final act as president, Obama commutes 330 drug sentences
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‘The Resurrection of Gavin Stone’ review: Former child star finds spiritual redemption
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Cutting the NEA is first move to eliminate a free, open public realm
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What’s on the Trump menu? Lobster, steak and chocolate
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Speak Out: When did brewing a cup of coffee at home become too much work?
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Obama releases final batch of bin Laden documents
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Freelance workers and entrepreneurs need clarity on Obamacare replacement
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Aurora community forum focuses on recent violence
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Staff at 3 restaurants paid after bounced checks, walkout threat
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Western Springs police investigate 2 more home burglaries
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1 person injured when car hits Naperville traffic signal
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Review: Warm, welcoming Elske dishing up big bowls of hygge
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Universal: Jason Isaacs added to ‘Harry Potter’ event
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Tinley Park hires economic development manager
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Gary man sentenced to 110 years for killing couple
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Ex-wife in divorce trial says she had active role in husband’s business
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Column: Spot ‘fake news’ stories with these simple questions
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Elske: A look inside
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Former death row inmate seeks new trial in 1984 Zion murder case
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Trump considers the world and vice versa
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Salt Water Sportsman seminar going strong after 30 years
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Even as steroid users ascend, Curt Schilling’s political rants could keep him from Hall of Fame
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Carpentersville partners with recruitment firm to fill empty buildings
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Chef’s Choice: Pollo arrosto keeps bring chef back to La Sorella di Francesca
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This man is running seven marathons on seven continents in seven days. Why?
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Unity, equality, pink hats: Women’s March on Chicago calls out to thousands
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Austin Gates opens the way for resilient Bartlett to topple West Aurora
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New skyline sprouting in South Loop as luxury apartment high-rise breaks ground
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Doctors consider allowing George H.W. Bush to breathe on his own; Barbara Bush feeling better
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Carnival earmarks new ships for Holland and Princess cruise lines
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Scott Darling to start for slumping Corey Crawford on Friday vs. Bruins
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Column: Jeffrey Pride Foundation hosts inaugural ‘Brew Review’
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Operation Greylord’s hero undercover lawyer to get Hollywood moment
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With Trump as president, international students ponder future in U.S.
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‘Lucky Boy’ by Shanthi Sekaran explores illegal immigration and adoption
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Will County debates need for Public Building Commission
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Shout Out: Bob Dabe, retired truck driver, sudoku player
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Prayer vigil set for man killed in Aurora
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Illinois farmers hopeful about Sonny Perdue, Trump’s pick for ag secretary
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Outdoor s’mores this winter? You betcha
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Lake Forest to reevaluate Winwood sewer requirements
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Columbus erects signs as Pence’s hometown
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Damian Virgen and West Aurora fall short in Upstate Eight Valley showdown
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Cambridge Lakes Charter School celebrates National School Choice Week
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West Suburban Local Scoreboard for Friday, Jan. 20
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Mama’s Gotta Move: In times of trouble, moms need to stick together
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Yorkville woman who gained notoriety from photo urges Trump to ‘keep on going’
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Police announce warrants for Christmas Eve brawl at Gurnee Mills
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Highland Park bridges reopen after precautionary closings
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‘Disappearing Number’ finds refuge in love and pure mathematics
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Man guilty of sexually assaulting, kidnapping Westmont widow
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A healthy stack of predictions for NFL conference championship Sunday
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Despite progress, Lake County’s fight against opioid epidemic sees early setbacks in 2017
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Shout Out: Meg Barnhart, business owner
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Lawyer suspended from federal court for lewd, misogynistic comments
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Refillable deodorant? Dwyane Wade’s cousin is crowdfunding a product with less waste
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Maloney opens mayoral campaign office in South Park
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Man found dead after Darien barricade situation
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Vernon Hills upholds video gambling ban
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Archives: Operation Greylord: A federal probe of court corruption sets the standard for future investigations
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Chicago among worst cities for robocalls
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Commission gives final approval to new Gary TIF district
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‘Far From Normal’ hopes to shed light on mental illness
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Rick Hinostroza got to revel in son Vinnie’s big night against Avalanche
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Trump expects ‘big results’ from Sonny Perdue, his choice to lead USDA
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Bus carrying minor league hockey team crashes on way to game in Peoria
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Uncertainty, financing issues challenge local dispensaries in budding medical marijuana industry
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Man shot driving on Aurora’s East Side
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Cops in several west suburbs report thefts from cars during day care dropoffs
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Mayor responds to OSHA complaint alleging workplace hazards for police
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Bud Paschen, owner of company that did Chicago-area infrastructure work, dies at 80
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U.S. Figure Skating president says Russia should be banned from 2018 Olympics
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South Florida fishing report: kingfish, vermilion snappers biting offshore
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Outdoors notebook: Channing Crowder bass tournament is Saturday
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Ex-convict charged with robbing Naperville gas station
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Pence disaster relief denial leaves legislators scrambling to help East Chicago
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Uber is paying $20 million to settle a government lawsuit over driver pay
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Shout Out: Alex Frumkin and Josh Larson, ACT aces
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Cline bridge repair inaction frustrates McDermott
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Outdoors calendar: Island Boat Show, boating safety
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Body found burned in River North identified as veteran real estate attorney
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8 ways to create more quality family time this season
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4 reasons you should review your beneficiary designations
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Trump’s Energy Secretary nominee Rick Perry says he regrets call to eliminate agency
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Gwyneth Paltrow’s new ‘Goop’ book offers tough lessons on clean living
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U. of I. trustees approve tuition freeze, plan to add enrollment
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Memorial service Saturday for Naperville resident and former Pepsi, Sara Lee CEO
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Kendall food pantry leader says ‘things are moving forward’
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Naperville survey puts residents’ satisfaction rate at 94 percent
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Italy crews work through night seeking survivors after avalanche hits hotel
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Trump’s treasury nominee defends foreclosure practices, ties to offshore entities
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Jackson Smith and Sandwich take aim at Interstate Eight tournament title
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CTU stages anti-Trump demonstrations at schools throughout Chicago
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Lake, Porter GOP celebrate Trump inauguration
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Andy Bitta leads seven into Lake County High School Sports Hall of Fame
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Aurora businessman ‘very, very’ excited on eve of inauguration
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Juvenile detention youths, law enforcement talk about how to stop violence
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Ex-worker sues priest sex-abuse victims advocacy group, says it exploited survivors
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Chicago Open Air returns to Bridgeview; tickets on sale Friday
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U46 school board member ‘stoked’ about attending inauguration
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Mel Kiper: Deshaun Watson to Bears at No. 3 wouldn’t make sense
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Downtown businesses may pay half the $15M price for new streetscape
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Montgomery police continue to investigate fatal shooting
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District 308 students attend presidential inauguration
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Corrections and clarifications for Friday, Jan. 20, 2017
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‘Gorilla’ or ‘guerrilla’? ESPN’s Doug Adler apologizes for Venus Williams remark
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Longtime Southland obstetrician dies
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What to expect from President Trump?
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Ask Tom: Wasn’t there another significant snowstorm in 1967?
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Eight cases of rat-spread virus linked to Illinois rodent breeders
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Boys basketball notes: Payton Thorne finds place in Metea Valley’s backcourt
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Ex-worker sues priest sex-abuse victims advocacy group, says it exploited survivors
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Man, 65, killed in Ogden Avenue crash in Naperville
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Naperville woman sees inauguration as chance for U.S. to heal
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Year past leader’s arrest, change part of Elgin Police Explorer group
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Alex Sorenson brings ‘A’ game as North Central College snaps losing streak
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Senate leaders want to grab momentum for massive budget plan next week
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Bears announce new additions to John Fox’s coaching staff
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Neuqua Valley plans to honor retiring coach Mick Ruettiger with ceremony
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Protests already underway in Washington ahead of Trump’s inauguration
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Suspect Orlando cop’s slaying says he was brutalized; video of arrest released
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Phil Mickelson returns with scrambling 4-under 68 at CareerBuilder Challenge
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Chicago’s poor credit rating boosts taxpayer tab for borrowing by tens of millions
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Marches and pink hats ‘only the beginning,’ Naperville women say
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Elgin immigration lawyer going to women’s march in Washington D.C.
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Wisconsin agencies deleting talk of human-caused climate change from their websites
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Miguel Ferrer, ‘NCIS: Los Angeles’ actor, dies at 61
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Residents going to women’s marches say ‘leaders need to hear our voices’
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Chicago’s top lawyer preparing to depart amicably but amid controversy
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Smooth defenseman Colan Fitzgerald makes playing hockey look easy for St. Rita
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Meet the Chicagoan who’s helping thousands from Illinois get to the Women’s March on Washington
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Masked intruder cuts girl in her Indian Head Park home, flees and sparks police alert
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Trump taps low-profile Illinois GOP’ers to serve in his administration
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Naperville women prepare for Women’s March on Chicago
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Federal judge in ex-Rep. Schock’s trial agrees to recuse herself
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Hutton: Crown Point’s Sasha Stefanovic keeps getting better at ‘pulling cork’
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NWI women going to D.C. march: ‘We are a powerful voice’
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Patti Blagojevich: Obama not commuting ex-gov.’s sentence ‘crushing’
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Mylyk Mitchell helps Shepard see Red as unbeaten South Suburban champs
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Illinois preps for diminished D.C. stature as Trump replaces Obama
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Dennis Hastert’s answer, counterclaim to sexual abuse accuser’s lawsuit
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Letters regarding probation officer’s overtime pay
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Ruling against reinstating Trump’s travel ban
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Notre Dame announces hiring of two more assistant football coaches
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As moms march this weekend, they carry a difficult burden
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Lake County News-Sun Local Scoreboard for Friday, Jan. 20
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Bulls’ Jimmy Butler earns first All-Star Game starting berth
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Mild weather, some light rain for 5 more days
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Around the city: Deeper UIC able to absorb rash of injuries
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A new South Side high school? Discuss.
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Scientists will live in a dome in Hawaii for 8 months to simulate Mars
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Obama’s self-revealing final acts
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Grand piano show a musical extravaganza
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By the numbers: The nation Trump inherits
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Cade Albers’ layup with 3.5 seconds left lifts Westville past Washington Township
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State police: Suspect in Gary K-9 shooting dies
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Trump boasts about his ‘big victory’: ‘I outworked anybody who ever ran for office’
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LeBron James, Stephen Curry highlight all-star starters list that mostly gets it right
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Post-Tribune Local Scoreboard for Friday, Jan. 20
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Applaud NCAA, which is open to more metrics in tournament selection process
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Local roundup: Josh Strama and Josh Blim team up as Stagg stops Lockport
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Daily Southtown Local Scoreboard for Thursday, Jan. 19
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Stephanie Athanasoulis forces steal to ice Lincoln-Way West’s win over Central
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