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2018 > December > 17
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Hungary sees 4th day of protests over new laws that critics say restrict workers’ rights and undermine democracy
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Ask Amy: Parents concerned about wayward teen
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Bear Download podcast: Bears vanquish rival Packers to clinch NFC North
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When teen cellphone disputes escalate, some desperate parents call the cops
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Pickpocket alert: Last month was the worst November for thefts on the CTA in 15 years
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Cheers or boos: What do Bears fans think about the air-raid sirens at Soldier Field?
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Have a seat: Annual-passholder lounges provide escape
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Indiana wine retailer seeks to overturn Prohibition-era state law to sell directly to Illinois consumers
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How Chase seeks to seed prosperity on Chicago’s South and West sides
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Brad Biggs’ 10 thoughts after the Bears clinched the NFC North with a win over the Packers
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‘BEARY CHRISTMAS CHEESEHEADS’: Your 3-word reviews on the Bears’ Week 15 win over the Packers
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Boeing buying controlling stake in Embraer units for $4.2 billion
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A coronary for Christmas?
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Three shot during argument in Englewood apartment building
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Man shot when girlfriend’s ex-boyfriend shows up at her home
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Trump tweets support for Patti Blagojevich, doesn’t mention clemency
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After arrests for shootings in Chicago, the road to justice is long and uncertain: ‘It’s not comforting at all’
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Only 16 official moves in 3 days — are the MLB winter meetings still necessary?
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Ask Anna: My husband has cheated on me for years. Am I sexually inadequate?
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Beyond Tommy Hawk: 7 controversial moments involving Chicago mascots
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The NFL’s highest paid quarterbacks will be watching some of the cheapest — like Mitch Trubisky — in the playoffs
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Learning to ice climb — and chill out — in what may be sport’s perfect classroom in Canada
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3 takeaways from the Blackhawks’ 7-3 loss, including goalie Corey Crawford’s concussion
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Most teen drug use is down while vaping rate skyrockets
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‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ with T.R. Knight is a dreamscape — though short on feeling
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Shout Out: Bob Phillips, public works director
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From ‘Mary Queen of Scots’ to ‘Mary Poppins Returns,’ this year’s movies celebrated a spectrum of female strength
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Dee Alexander swings an Ella Fitzgerald Christmas
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Tips for returning to fitness after pregnancy
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This week in Chicago arts, food and drink via ChicagoNow
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Crosby: ‘Prayer is at work,’ says school founder as she faces cancer’s return
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Aurora delays talk of fiber connection to Naperville
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In ‘Mary Poppins Returns,’ Lin-Manuel Miranda arrives as a movie-musical star
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Help Them To Hope donations for Dec. 18
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Un hombre murió tras ser atropellado por un tren de la CTA
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Departing state Rep. Scott Drury doesn’t regret taking the road less traveled in Illinois politics
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Wings to Cure gala raises $3.5 million for cutting-edge cancer research
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Wings to Cure gala
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Offset interruption of Cardi B at Rolling Loud spurs outrage
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Fox’s Daryl Johnston fumbles the Bears-Packers call — but he shouldn’t have been announcing the game anyway
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Jeff Bridges to receive Cecil B. DeMille Award at Globes
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Selle: Illinois is lighting up for a new cash crop
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Insult-A-Columnist Holiday Food Drive raises more than $47,000
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How knowing what wines you hate can lead to wines you love
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One killed in Wadsworth crash after vehicle rear-ends semi, sheriff says
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Sizing up the Bears’ possible playoff opponents
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Vote Lake Bluff slates candidates for April elections
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Ripley’s turning 100, handing out $100 bills
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Talk of the County: ‘Big difference’ between lies of Trump, Clinton
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Clarendon Hills couple, motivated by son’s condition, nears $1 million raised for Mend A Heart Foundation
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Independent comedy movie ‘Disconnected’ draws several talents from the Region
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Home security tips for the holidays
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Taking Control of Osteoarthritis Knee Pain
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Mundelein overhauls massage licensing in effort to combat prostitution
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Talk of the County: Trump not a fan of the 10 Commandments
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T-Mobile agrees to new, reduced-cost lease for River Forest tower antenna
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Former Packer LeRoy Butler is the latest to ask Aaron Rodgers, ‘How good are you?’
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Theresa May says postponed Brexit vote to be held week of Jan 14
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Joffrey dancer with Northwest Indiana roots shares ‘Nutcracker’ holiday spotlight
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In Illinois, real estate agents can legally have conflicts of interest. Here’s what buyers and sellers should know.
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Fantasy football Week 16 waiver wire: Kalen Ballage and Mike Williams break out
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Andrew Brochu leaves Roister; Nick Dostal joins Alinea Group
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‘Orange Is the New Black’ actress accuses actor Geoffrey Rush of sexual misconduct
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Big Monster Toys
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Carpentersville man, 19, charged with reckless homicide in crash that killed woman, unborn child
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‘Moonlight’ director and DePaul grad take the road to ‘Beale Street’
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The flawed ruling that imperils Obamacare
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Orland schools heighten security while police hunt for carjackers in area
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‘Dark Crystal’ series voice cast includes Nathalie Emmanuel, Taron Egerton, Helena Bonham-Carter, Mark Hamill
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Drive-thru charity event in Deerfield collects toys, food donations
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Public comment wanted after environmental analysis of City Methodist in Gary
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High school cosmetology students move to old Valparaiso depot
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Five things to do in Lake County Dec. 21-23
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‘Money secrets are not uncommon’: Nearly half of married people lie about holiday spending, survey says
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Holidays in Harwood Heights: Santa Claus, pizza and more
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Vote in the Scott Stantis Cartoon Caption Contest
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Changing of guard for Buffalo Grove village attorney
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Royal Caribbean sending Oasis of the Seas to New York
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Notre Dame’s Brian Kelly wins AP Coach of the Year award for the 2nd time
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Polar Express train makes magical journey from Libertyville to the North Pole
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Winnetka Dance Center adds modern touches to classic ‘Nutcracker’ routines
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Knicks owner James Dolan invokes idea of a sale, renewing long-running saga
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2 slates of trustee candidates to face off in Orland Park
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Man killed in tree-trimming accident in Porter County
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Lake Forest District 67 makes staffing changes
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New restaurant brings flavor of Mexico to Franklin Park
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10 books I loved and learned from in 2018 — all written by women
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Silicon Valley East: Google creating New York City campus as part of $1 billion expansion
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White Sox begin their courtship of Manny Machado
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Demolition issues delay Lake Bluff vote on preservation ordinance
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Five things to do in the western suburbs Dec. 21-27
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‘Mary Poppins Returns’ review: Emily Blunt and that ‘Hamilton’ chap take a strenuously jolly holiday
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Lincoln Park H.S. students warn against climate change
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Jesuits name priests ‘credibly accused’ of sexually abusing children since the 1950s
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Bad Bunny lanza vídeo musical criticando la violencia machista en Puerto Rico
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A ‘Frasier’ reboot? Stop reviving shows that have nothing else to say
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Talk of the County: Trump tactics worthy of WWE
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Yorkville City Council OKs special use request from solar farm company
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Chicago Tribune photos of the week
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Talk of the County: Satanic display is an ‘insult’ to real religions
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Willowbrook, Darien and Burr Ridge residents protest Sterigenics while towns do independent tests
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Quickly
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U.S. diplomats hold talks with Taliban on ending Afghan war
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Deported immigrants get their last flight on ‘ICE Air’
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Heart attack risk is 37 percent higher on Christmas Eve
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Five things to do in Northwest Indiana Dec. 21-23
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Lake Station kids, cops hold shopping spree
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Talk of the County: Athletes should stick to the games they play
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Shout Out: Zeus Villaraza, Mundelein parent taking on bullying
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Bears’ Week 15 win over the Packers is their highest-rated daytime game locally this season
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Glenview park board approves 10 percent tax levy increase
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Missouri poacher ordered to repeatedly watch ‘Bambi’ as part of sentence
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Cuentos Políticos: Señor Presidente
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Pete Buttigieg, South Bend’s openly gay mayor, won’t seek 3rd term, fueling 2020 speculation
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Robos en la CTA, los más altos de los últimos años
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Holiday fun in Hinsdale includes carriage rides, a visit with Santa and warm, sunny skies
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Rep. Brad Schneider partners with conservative Rep. Mark Meadows on Saudi Arabia bill
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Districts 34, 30 approve property tax levy increases
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Bears are hopeful injuries to Eddie Jackson and Aaron Lynch aren’t season-ending
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After holidays, your tree can take on a new purpose as compost or mulch
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Weezer really liked ‘SNL’s’ sketch about Weezer
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Bears and Mitch Trubisky need to treat last 2 games like they matter — because they do
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Speak Out: Airports and climate
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Park Ridge considers new measures to protect people from animals
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Best children’s books of 2018
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Best children’s books of 2018: From an LGBTQ fairytale to an immigration story
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Top 10 Chicago albums of 2018
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Need last minute gift ideas? The Deerfield Public Library can help
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Students learn hockey basics, get donation of gear from Chicago Blackhawks
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The Biblioracle Awards
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Lincoln channels Rolls-Royce for special edition Continental
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‘Women of Soul’ at Black Ensemble Theatre: The sister hits keep coming, and it’s glorious
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Irving Park townhouse renovation
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The GOP majority’s last words: But her emails!
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Ex-Porter County officer gets 15 months in prison for FOP embezzlement
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3 young men killed in crash near Woodstock are identified by McHenry County coroner
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#YalitzaEnVogueMX : la conversación
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Celebrating Christmas across the world
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Hammond to check Lost Marsh area for lead contamination
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Girl’s death spurs questions about border language barriers
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BG Singers entertain the community during return of holiday concert in Buffalo Grove
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La Hispano recuerda al gran Tony Dallas
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Christmas Basket Ministry at Holy Cross in Deerfield a reminder of ‘what it is all about’
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Paul Vallas drops challenge to Garry McCarthy ballot signatures in Chicago mayor’s race
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MLS shorten regular season, change playoffs format
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Universal: New dessert party comes with reserved spots for parade, end-of-night show
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Deerfield Park District sets winter break programs for kids
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CEOs say they often apologize to business partners abroad for Trump’s diplomacy
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Barcelona defender Vermaelen out one month due to injury
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Blackhawks goaltender Corey Crawford
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U.S. stocks fall again; S&P 500 hits 14-month low as tech, health care drop
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Aurora home deemed uninhabitable after basement fire
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School District 218 to apply for tax relief grant from new Illinois program
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Hot breakfast and more: Volunteers enjoy chance to serve at Harvest Bible Chapel’s food pantry in Niles
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Trump and the Green Beret charged with murder
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Man robs McDonald’s in Cary after gaining entrance via a drive-thru window, police say
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Race for Buffalo Grove village president pits incumbent against former trustee
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Families work to decorate gingerbread houses at Gorton Community Center
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Santa Trolley a big hit with families at Cheney Mansion in Oak Park
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Man dies after being hit by CTA train at Belmont ‘L’ station in Lakeview, police say
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Antioch man gets 6 years in prison following drug-overdose death of 18-year-old girl
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STEMming our future workforce
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Woman accused of supporting ISIS seeks release for mental health treatment
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Managing scooters the right way
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Aurora considering 5 percent raise for city’s Springfield lobbyist
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Atalanta boost Champions League hopes after win over Lazio
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The Spin: Trump on Blagojevich | Gacy’s White House connection | Goolsbee and Hannity
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Teachers strike averted in northwest suburban District 211 as sides reach late deal; final exams will proceed as planned
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Bears Rewind: Consistent 4-man pressure forced Packers QB Aaron Rodgers into one of his worst games vs. the Bears
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Singer recreates sound of Nat King Cole for New Year’s concert
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Get ready, Illinois, for the government you chose
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James Comey lambastes GOP over Trump’s continued attacks on FBI: ‘Stand up and speak the truth’
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A tale of four school buildings: West Aurora High School marking 150th anniversary
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5 takeaways from new reports on Russia seeking to influence U.S. elections through social media
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MLS shortens season by month, goes to all-knockout playoffs
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Calendar: Newly released DVDs shown Fridays at Lake Forest Library
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5 simple tips for the best batch of cookies
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Corrections and clarifications
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Les Moonves officially out at CBS without $120M severance package after sexual misconduct scandal
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Aurora man charged after his vehicle was struck by BNSF freight train
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Two incumbents drop out as race for Arlington Heights Village Board takes shape
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‘I was given a gift:’ United Airlines CEO recalls heart transplant
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Bill Daley: Empoderar la representación de padres indocumentados en la Junta de Educación, una prioridad
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CBS board denies Les Moonves $120 million severance following sexual assault allegations
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Joe Carey latest administrator to leave Vernon Hills
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‘A little idea that turned into something fantastic’: Elmwood Park kids donate books, funds to Shriners
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Styx is still having fun playing the hits
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Judge delays decision in landmark code-of-silence trial of 3 Chicago cops
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Sheriffs, others seeking solutions to state’s opioid addiction crisis
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Knowles: Southland group assists struggling homeowners
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And now the Boy Scouts
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Former Lincolnwood firefighter settles lawsuit against private company
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Paging all prosecutors to Chicago’s 13th Ward
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Girls basketball notes: Junior Taylor Gugliuzza finds ways to get it done for Lincoln-Way West
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Leyden District 212 board approves levy request
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Ring in 2019 with the New Philharmonic
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Exnarco dice que sobornó a exprocurador general de México, Ignacio Morales Lechuga
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Wrestling notes: St. Charles East’s Justin Hull aims to move to top of podium in Class 3A
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Notre Dame guard Rex Pflueger to miss rest of season with torn ACL in left knee
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Correction
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Correction
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New airport baggage screening technology coming to O’Hare
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Cars lined up for miles outside national cemetery Saturday as thousands came to place wreaths on graves of veterans
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Police: Valparaiso student removed after alleged threat
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Cop in fatal shooting of security guard in ‘very real fear for his life,’ Midlothian says
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Family Piano Co. hosts eclectic concerts for the new year
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‘Fresh Prince’ star Alfonso Ribeiro sues maker of video games over his dance
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Contests emerge in District 113 board elections
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Verner Ohst, longtime high school teacher in west suburbs, dies at 88
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NIRPC committee gathers information on rail crossing delays
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Being Santa: Kris Kringle volunteer’s role is heartwarming, heart wrenching
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Naperville People in the News
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West Suburban Local Scoreboard for Tuesday, Dec. 18, 2018
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Five candidates running for three seats on District 112 school board
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A Tweet of the Week poll for a most magical time of the year
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Local college notes: Point guard Kendale McCullum a welcome addition for Lewis
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Ask Tom: Did a severe thunderstorm or gustnado tear through Wildwood and Grayslake in 2005?
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GE lawsuit accuses Uptake of ‘ruthless scheme to poach’ executives and trade secrets
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Hearing set for 4 cops facing possible dismissal over alleged cover-up of Laquan McDonald shooting
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$7.9 million settlement reached in Delnor Hospital hostage incident
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Officials get a glimpse at plans to turn St. Cyprian School into new River Grove library
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2018 has taught us our democracy is strong
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How did Bears coach Matt Nagy celebrate first playoff berth? Family time, ‘one beverage’ and an eye on what’s next
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Wrestling notes: Hebron senior Ewan Donovan aims to make history at state meet
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Aurora City Council scrutinizes payment structure for Winter on the Fox light display
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Aaron Lawlor on addiction, mental health problems: ‘I have found belonging, purpose, inspiration and accountability’
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Maine South musicians, singers create holiday spirit with annual concert
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Blackhawks need to let Corey Crawford heal and work on getting better themselves
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Jabari Parker is the 2nd player and 13th member of the Bulls’ traveling party to fall ill after the trip to Mexico City
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Mild weather to dominate the rest of December
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Boys basketball notes: Elmwood Park tops Guerin as both teams aim to build
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Lake Ridge Middle School teacher’s aide charged with child porn
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Bears’ Tarik Cohen visits Bright Boys and Girls Club
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Evanston man gets 20 years in prison for 2013 slaying of man in dispute over drug deal
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Russian disinformation teams targeted special counsel Robert Mueller, says report prepared for Senate
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Niles North aims to gain experience for young contributors
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Two ex-business associates of Michael Flynn charged with illegally lobbying for Turkey
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Lake County News-Sun Local Scoreboard for Tuesday, Dec. 18, 2018
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Top Orioles managers of all time based on wins
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OPRF’s Bolivar brothers energize each other on the mat
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Asistente de maestro acusado de posesión de pornografía infantil
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Run-up to Michael Flynn sentencing tinged with unexpected drama as portions of FBI interview released
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2 Chicago police officers hit and killed by train on Far South Side
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Harvard-bound Ciaran Brayboy gives New Trier an inside assist
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2 policías de Chicago murieron atropellados por un tren
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Familia de la niña fallecida tras ser arrestada en la frontera, contradice la versión oficial sobre su muerte
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Daily Southtown Local Scoreboard for Tuesday, Dec. 18, 2018
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Mike Clark’s Chicago-area boys basketball rankings, Dec. 17
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Map: Where officers killed
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Jason Witten, Booger McFarland and Joe Tessitore reportedly will return to ‘Monday Night Football’ next season
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Two seasons into her ‘new adventure,’ Kristin Ralston thriving at Glenbrook South
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Post-Tribune Local Scoreboard for Tuesday, Dec. 18, 2018
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Thunder 121, Bulls 96
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Ryan Fazekas and Valparaiso aim to shake homecourt blues after loss to Ball State
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Miller Kopp and Vic Law lead Northwestern to a 42-point rout of Chicago State