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- After being sidelined by an asthma attack, Jory Boley is back for Yorkville. ‘It happens almost every winter.’
- Daily horoscope for December 20, 2023
- Doubts? Not anymore. Whitney Thompson takes complete control as Hampshire tops Jacobs. ‘OK, I can do this.’
- Ask Amy: Friend of abused woman steps away
- Review: In ‘Faith Ringgold: American People’ at the MCA, an African American artist’s decades of work get their due
- Thursday is the shortest day of the year. Here’s what the winter solstice means for Chicago.
- Froylan Jimenez: CPS’ 5-year plan is shortsighted but offers opportunities for effective change
- Letters: US must work toward a cease-fire between Israel and Hamas. Humanitarian aid depends on it.
- Authorities investigate death of 5-year-old migrant boy as pastor says parents remain devastated
- Aaron Weiner and Linda Richter: Curbing exposure to weed and alcohol marketing can improve teens’ mental health
- Christine Ledbetter: ‘Barbie’ and Betty Boop musical are an inspiring escape from a world that’s hard on women
- Still need a few gifts? Here’s last-minute shopping advice to help you save face
- Chicagoan of the Year in Film: Screenwriter and director Minhal Baig has been finding new stories to tell
- High schools in Blue Island, Crestwood embrace solar energy. Will it be as advertised?
- Chicagoan of the Year for Jazz: Jahari Stampley, the 24-year-old pianist who wowed Herbie Hancock, is just getting started
- Chicagoans of the Year for Dance: Joffrey Ballet stage managers make the magic happen
- 10 Champagne alternatives, budget bubbles to toast in 2024
- Chicagoan of the Year for Pop Music: DJ and musician Ariel Zetina always has her hometown in mind
- Chicagoan of the Year for Classical Music: CSO composer-in-residence Jessie Montgomery is new here, but her presence is already felt
- Chicagoans of the Year in the Arts: All our names for 2023
- Chicago Bears Q&A: Which direction will they go at left tackle? What are the most important factors in the Matt Eberflus decision?
- Alex Caruso praises LeBron James’ longevity as the Lakers visit the Bulls: ‘You can get blinded by the greatness’
- Chicago basketball report: Zach LaVine’s target return date to Bulls — and remembering departures of Christmas Eves past
- Is the iPad Pro worth it?
- Daywatch: Chicagoans of the Year announced
- Outdoors column: Cold moon shines at December’s end signaling brighter days ahead
- 55-year-old pedestrian critically injured after being struck twice, once by hit-and-run driver on Northwest Side, cops say
- Naperville Police Arrests
- America’s Test Kitchen: If you’re looking for a new Christmas cookie recipe, this is the one you should try
- Harvard Health: How healthy is sugar alcohol?
- Chicago Bulls forward Torrey Craig will be sidelined 8-10 weeks with a right foot injury
- Rocky’s Bar opens in United Center, honoring late Blackhawks chairman with craft cocktails and mini hot dogs
- Southland crime: Drunken driving arrests in park Forest, child endangerment in Evergreen Park, and more
- Second defendant in custody, awaits initial hearing in June death of Hobart man by Portage Township pond
- Terry Savage: Student loan forgiveness deadline approaches
- Little Village man charged in August fatal shooting on Southwest Side, police say
- Some state abortion bans stir confusion, and it’s uncertain if lawmakers will clarify them
- Column: Flames of hate fanned during this season of merry
- Of Notoriety: Hammond Historical Society President Tom Novak brings Peter Billingsley to Shepherd home
- Amazon delivering $87 million data center to Portage’s north side
- Man, 28, robbed overnight by crew of 3 in silver sedan on Northwest Side, cops say
- Bird, an electric scooter company, files for bankruptcy
- Fed grant for $127M will help pay for measures to make Borman Expressway safer
- Swedish holiday traditions kept alive at Chellberg Farm every December with music, food
- Labor board officials uphold Portillo’s union election results after challenges; company says it will appeal again
- 5 takeaways from the Chicago Blackhawks’ 3-2 upset of the Colorado Avalanche, including Connor Bedard’s savvy moves
- Live from the jungle: Migrants become influencers on social media
- Towle Theatre announces 21st season shows
- Maine Township High School District 207 names Tatiana Bonuma as new superintendent
- 2 boys, 14, charged in Tuesday night armed robbery of older teen on Cottage Grove Avenue, cops say
- Lorne Donaldson, who coached Jamaica to the World Cup round of 16, is the new Chicago Red Stars coach
- New Year’s Eve fireworks will light up Chicago Riverwalk and Navy Pier
- US, Venezuela swap prisoners: Maduro ally for 10 Americans, plus fugitive contractor ‘Fat Leonard’
- Hamas leader visits Cairo as talks build for another Gaza cease-fire
- Tinley Park’s Kirby District 140 puts off plans for new Fernway Park School, will study options
- Afternoon Briefing: Donation to Winnetka Park District could rival that of billionaire
- Fox Valley man plays some sweet sounds to help the Salvation Army’s Red Kettle campaign
- Lake County election board splits on dividing Crown Point precinct
- Chicagüense del Año de los Museos: El fundador y presidente saliente de la NMMA, Carlos Tortolero, replanteó lo que podía ser un museo
- Down to Business: Teen’s love of remote control toys leads to do-it-yourself biz selling kits for kids
- One for the Books: As the old year winds down, here’s a look at what was most popular at Naperville Public Library
- Aurora approves almost $16 million deal for public safety radios
- Gary man, 20, charged with robbing and killing drug dealer
- Gary baby suffers fatal head injury in apparent homicide
- Aurora honors Pilmer, Sullivan
- The checkered history of the poinsettia’s namesake and the flower’s origins get new attention
- President Joe Biden touts economic progress during Milwaukee visit
- Las autoridades investigan la muerte de un niño inmigrante de 5 años mientras el pastor dice que los padres siguen devastados
- Corrections and clarifications
- Naperville News Digest: Naperville Park District announces holiday hours; Naperville District 203 sets 2025-26 school calendar; Outdoor Alliance contributes to Christmas meals fund
- Jury exits after second full day of deliberations in corruption trial of former Ald. Ed Burke
- Supreme Court will hear challenge to EPA ‘good neighbor’ rule limiting downwind power plant pollution in 10 states
- Elgin News Digest: Elgin cannabis company partners with Chicago rapper King Louie; Elgin’s Steep N’ Clay inducted into Illinois Made program
- Indiana underestimated Medicaid cost by nearly $1 billion, new report says
- Wisconsin district attorney appeals ruling that cleared way for abortions to resume in state
- Migrants flown to Chicago from Texas on chartered flight, officials say
- Bally’s Chicago to go to a 24/7 operation next week
- Religion roundup: Christmas services, calendar collection for prisoners, winter clothing drive scheduled
- Cherish Boothe, a senior guard, takes three freshmen under her wings for TF South. ‘That keeps this going.’
- An about face as Brother Rice running back Randall Nauden changes commitment from Navy to Army. ‘Tough call.’
- 5 things we learned from the Chicago Bears, including Justin Fields and Jaylon Johnson addressing their uncertain futures
- In finalizing commitment, Batavia’s Ryan Boe thinks big. As in Big Ten and Northwestern. ‘It’s hard to resist.’
- Paul Johnson’s Aurora-Elgin area girls basketball rankings and player of the week
- Vigil for 5-year-old migrant boy draws hundreds; advocates demand better
- The Constitution’s insurrection clause threatens Trump’s campaign. Here’s how that is playing out.