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Chicago Tribune
Mar 20, 2023

Chicago homicides in 2023: 100 people slain. Here's how that compares with previous years.
Maps and charts showing where and when homicides took place in the city during 2023, with race, sex and age of the victims.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 20, 2023

Gloria Dea, 1st magician on Las Vegas Strip, dies at age 100
Gloria Dea, touted as the first magician to perform on what would become the Las Vegas Strip in the early 1940s, has died. She was 100.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 20, 2023

Daywatch: Ready for the runoff? Early voting begins today
Good morning, Chicago. Here are some of the top stories you need to know to start your day.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 20, 2023

New customer-friendly legal recreational cannabis in Missouri cuts into Illinois' market
Illinois had a three year head start over Missouri's in selling legal recreational marijuana, but the newcomer is quickly stealing share with lower prices and more convenient dispensary options.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 20, 2023

Chicago area's 1st-time homebuyers could get grant from Freddie Mac, Rocket Mortgage
Residents who meet credit score and income qualifications have access to a new $3,000 grant to help with a down payment.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 20, 2023

The 11th Ward's complex history is ever-present in latest campaign for alderman
Now Chicago's first majority Asian ward, the 11th features Ald. Nicole Lee trying to win her first full term against cop Anthony Ciaravino.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 19, 2023

After arrest for striking officer, fleeing the scene, man tries to escape police station through ceiling grate, authorities say
A South Side man wanted on two Texas arrest warrants faces multiple charges in Chicago including attempted first-degree murder, aggravated assault of a police officer and felony escape, according to court records.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 19, 2023

‘I wouldn't do anything to damage my speaker': Recordings in ComEd Four case show Madigan playing political hardball as trial pivots to week two
The tapes have built a foundation on which prosecutors hope to show that when Madigan gave orders, legislators, lobbyists and executives alike snapped into action to please him.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 19, 2023

‘I wouldn't do anything to damage my speaker': Recordings in ComEd Four case show Michael Madigan playing political hardball
The tapes have built a foundation on which prosecutors hope to show that when Michael Madigan gave orders, legislators, lobbyists and executives alike snapped into action to please him.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 19, 2023

Montgomery man charged with attempted murder after stabbing at downtown Aurora bar
A man was found inside the bar with apparent stab wounds and was taken to a local hospital where he is in stable condition, police said.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 19, 2023

4 shot in South Shore restaurant Saturday night, police say
Police said the victims were listed in good condition, and no one is in custody for the shooting.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 19, 2023

At 87, Golden Gloves doctor has examined some of the boxing world's most exciting fighters on their way to greatness. He still works ringside today.
Among gym regulars, veteran boxing coaches and returning fighters, "Doc Bynum" is a legend.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 19, 2023

Chicago's mayor candidates both have deep CPS ties — but starkly different visions for the future of schools
The next mayor will also oversee the impending move to an elected school board — and a new teachers union contract.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 19, 2023

Illinois sheriffs' opposition to enforcing weapons ban signals rightward movement about constitutional authority
The "constitutional sheriffs" movement garnered new strength in Illinois with Democratic Gov. J.B. Pritzker's signing of new gun law.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 19, 2023

Rosa Raisa, the Chicago prima donna Puccini tapped for a premiere at Milan's La Scala
Rosa Raisa was an opera star in Chicago in the early 20th century, who was featured in the La Scala premier of Turandot at the request of composer Giacomo Puccini.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 19, 2023

Search contributions to Brandon Johnson's mayoral campaign
Mayoral candidate and Cook County Commissioner Brandon Johnson has raised approximately $7.64 million in contributions to his committee, Friends of Brandon Johnson, Tribune analysis reveals.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 19, 2023

Search contributions to Paul Vallas' mayoral campaign
Since launching his mayoral campaign, former Chicago Public Schools CEO Paul Vallas has raised more than $12.1 million in contributions to his committee, Vallas for Mayor, Tribune analysis reveals.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 19, 2023

See who's contributing to Brandon Johnson and Paul Vallas' mayoral campaigns
Millions of dollars have been poured into the mayoral runoff, and just over two weeks out from Election Day, contributions are still streaming in.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 18, 2023

Family, community gather for what would have been 22nd birthday of missing Little Village young woman found dead in West Side alley
A young woman who was missing since January from Little Village was found dead in a shopping cart in a West Side alley, her family and authorities said.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 18, 2023

Police: Person stabbed Friday evening at business in downtown Aurora
Aurora police are investigating a stabbing Friday evening at a business in the city's downtown area.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 18, 2023

Paul Vallas and Brandon Johnson clash over race, taxes, CTU, violence: ‘Don't shake your head'
Vallas criticized school closures that were tied to labor actions by the Chicago Teachers Union, of which Brandon Johnson is an organizer.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 18, 2023

Young woman missing from Little Village since January found dead in shopping cart in West Side alley: family
A young woman who was missing since January from Little Village was found dead in a shopping cart in a West Side alley, her family and authorities said.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 18, 2023

Tejano musician Fito Olivares dies in Houston at 75
Tejano musician Fito Olivares, known for songs that were wedding and quinceanera mainstays including the hit "Juana La Cubana," died Friday. He was 75.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 18, 2023

Chicago weather: windchills below zero, only climbing to 20s Saturday
National Weather Service officials forecast frigid temperatures Saturday with windchills below zero, but later rising into the 20s.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 18, 2023

Cop fires gun after BMW rams officer during traffic stop in Museum Campus neighborhood, Chicago police say
A motorist reversed into a police officer on DuSable Lake Shore Drive near Roosevelt Road, sparking the officer, who suffered a broken leg, to shoot at the suspect.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 18, 2023

Cop fires gun, breaks leg when suspect rams him during traffic stop in Museum Campus neighborhood, Chicago police say
A motorist reversed into a police officer on DuSable Lake Shore Drive near Roosevelt Road, sparking the officer, who suffered a broken leg, to shoot at the suspect.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 18, 2023

Construction set to begin that will snarl Kennedy Expressway traffic through 2025
Construction on the Kennedy Expressway is set to begin Monday, likely causing major delays for drivers for nearly three years

Chicago Tribune
Mar 17, 2023

Report by disabilities watchdog group alleges ‘inhumane,' ‘unjust' treatment of youth at Cook County Juvenile Detention Center, calls for its closure
Report by disabilities watchdog group call for closure of the Cook County Juvenile Detention Center, alleges ‘inhumane,' ‘unjust' treatment of youth there.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 17, 2023

Scene ‘secure' after person barricaded inside Evanston apartment brings police, health care professionals
Police officers and healthcare professionals remain on the scene where a person is barricaded inside an Evanston apartment Friday evening.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 17, 2023

TikTok, Twitter fare only slightly better than fringe platforms favored by far right in Wiesenthal Center study of social media
A report scoring social media platforms based on the proliferation of hate speech found mainstream sites like TikTok and Twitter fared only slightly better than much smaller platforms like Telegram favored by far-right groups.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 17, 2023

FBI seeks additional victims of Hoffman Estates doctor recently indicted for health care fraud
Officials are looking for any new victims of Dr. Mona Ghosh, a Hoffman Estates doctor recently indicted for health care fraud.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 17, 2023

Olympia Fields woman charged with murder in shooting death of teenager in South Holland, police said
Kennisha Laing, 21, of Olympia Fields, has been charged with first degree murder in connection to the teenagers death, said South Holland Police Chief Shawn Staples Friday.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 17, 2023

Olympia Fields woman charged with murder in shooting death of Whiting teenager in South Holland, police said
Kennisha Laing, 21, of Olympia Fields, has been charged with first degree murder in connection to the teenagers death, said South Holland Police Chief Shawn Staples Friday.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 17, 2023

Evanston Reparations Committee looking to give direct cash payments
Evanston's Reparations Committee unanimously voted Thursday to amend the Local Reparations Restorative Housing Program to add direct cash payments as a fourth option for residents who were directly impacted by redlining in the city.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 17, 2023

Actor Lance Reddick, star of ‘The Wire,' dead at 60
Actor Lance Reddick was found dead at his home in Studio City, Calif. on Friday morning at the age of 60.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 17, 2023

Afternoon Briefing: Get ready for early voting in Chicago's runoff
Good afternoon, Chicago. Here's what is happening today.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 17, 2023

Chicago starts testing for polio virus in wastewater in hopes of detecting any potential local cases early
No cases of polio have been detected in Chicago or Illinois, but a case was found in New York last year.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 17, 2023

University of Chicago grad students vote overwhelmingly to unionize
The graduate students seek to improve wages and working conditions, including benefits, grievance procedures and support for international students.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 17, 2023

Chicago's runoff election: An early voting guide for mayor and City Council elections on April 4
Do you need to apply again to vote by mail? Will your polling site be the same? Your questions about the next election are answered here.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 17, 2023

Chicago starts testing wastewater for polio virus
No cases of polio have been detected in Chicago or Illinois, but a case was found in New York last year.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 17, 2023

Family speaks on fatal shooting of teen, a Bud Billiken dancer; father says slaying was his ‘worst nightmare'
Deshawnay Yoakum spent her 18th birthday fighting for her life following a gunshot wound to the head but succumbed to her injuries four days later.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 17, 2023

Reckless homicide charged filed against Zion man in crash that killed Waukegan woman, infant son
Lake County authorities issued a warrant for Jarelle D. Brown, 28, of the 2200 block of Carmel Boulevard, after a grand jury issued indictments against him Wednesday.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 17, 2023

Chicagohenge 2023: Here's how it works and how to see it during sunrise and sunset
The rising and setting sun lines up with Chicago's east-west street grid during spring and fall equinoxes, creating spectacular views as the sun is framed in Chicago's skyline.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 17, 2023

Column: It's tempting to shame parents looking down at their phones. But what if we tried a more gracious approach?
Phones are how we catch parents publicly daring to be more than one thing at a time.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 17, 2023

Murder charges filed against Highland Park men in fatal beach confrontation
Lake County prosecutors said Thursday that they have upgraded the charges against Nicholas Caban, 20, and Jacob Firestone, 19, both of Highland Park, in the death of Matthew Ascaridis.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 17, 2023

Police seek hit-and-run driver who seriously injured woman on the South Side
Police are asking for the public's help identifying the hit-and-run driver of a Chevrolet Malibu who rammed into a woman on the South Side.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 17, 2023

Onyx Connect
An ISU student saw a void in journalism on campus and created Onyx Connect for stories of color, by people of color.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 17, 2023

Teenage girl killed, man injured in separate South Holland shootings
A 16-year-old girl was fatally shot Monday morning at the Holland Inn and Suites, 1122 E. 162nd St., according to the Cook County medical examiner's office.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 17, 2023

Sued by white business owner, Cook County halts grant program that aimed to ‘close racial wealth' gap
The suit was filed on behalf of a Chicago chiropractor by a California foundation that "defends Americans' liberties when threatened by government overreach."

Chicago Tribune
Mar 17, 2023

No St. Patrick's Day meat-eating dispensation for Chicago Catholics, archdiocese says
However, the Archdiocese of Chicago's decision to not grant a general dispensation allowing meat eating on St. Patrick's Day comes with an important exception.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 17, 2023

‘Chuy' García endorses ex-rival Brandon Johnson for mayor, aiming to lock down progressive vote against Paul Vallas
García entered the mayor's race as a frontrunner but staggered to a fourth-place finish in the first round of voting.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 17, 2023

Police seek driver who seriously injured woman in hit-and-run on South Side
Police are asking for the public's help identifying the driver of a 2016 Malibu who struck a female pedestrian while she crossing the street leaving her seriously injured.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 17, 2023

Daywatch: Cast a vote for your favorite restaurants
Good morning, Chicago. Here are some of the top stories you need to know to start your day.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 16, 2023

Mayoral candidates debate who would tax and spend responsibly: ‘You clearly don't know about budgets'
Brandon Johnson sought to tie today's woes to Paul Vallas' time at City Hall in the 1990s, while Vallas said Johnson tax plans woulnd't just affect the rich.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 16, 2023

Hawthorne Race Course still seeking financing for casino, but officials not backing off plan for 2024 opening
Plans for a casino at Hawthorne Race Course in the west suburbs remain in limbo, with officials saying they are trying to get financing for the project.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 16, 2023

Casino at Hawthorne Race Course remains in limbo, while downstate project moving ahead
Plans for a casino at Hawthorne Race Course in the west suburbs remain in limbo, with officials saying they are trying to get financing for the project.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 16, 2023

Madigan's voice heard for first time on recordings played at ‘ComEd Four' trial
Prosecutors played the recordings to reinforce to the jury that Madigan called the shots in Springfield and was consumed with staying in power above all else.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 16, 2023

Former Chicago Public Schools chief of staff sentenced to 18 months' probation for lying to FBI
A former top aide to a Chicago Public Schools CEO had admitted to passing secret bid information on a massive $1 billion custodial contract to an operative working for one of the bidders.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 16, 2023

Chicago birders rejoice as Arctic gull makes rare visit to local beaches: ‘This is about as good as it gets.'
With a small black beak and a lovely wash of soft-pink across its breast and head during breeding season, the Ross's gull typically prefers places like Siberia, northern Canada, and the icy Arctic Ocean.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 16, 2023

Dan Proft corrects $3 million typo on campaign finance report following complaint by Democrats
An amended report by a Republican political operative shows a $3 million expenditure for TV advertising was in reality a $300,000 ad buy.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 16, 2023

Dan Proft corrects a nearly $3 million typo on campaign finance report following complaint by Democrats
An amended report by a Republican political operative shows a $3 million expenditure for TV advertising was in reality a $300,000 ad buy.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 16, 2023

Chicago police Superintendent David Brown officially steps down, first deputy takes over as interim boss
David Brown quietly steps away from CPD Thursday, three years after he was hand-picked to lead the department.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 16, 2023

Man dies after being shot multiple times in parking lot on South Side
A 22-year-old man was pronounced dead Thursday afternoon after was shot multiple times sitting in his vehicle in a parking lot on the South Side, Chicago police said.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 16, 2023

Man gunned down in South Side parking lot
A 22-year-old man was pronounced dead Thursday afternoon after was shot multiple times sitting in his vehicle in a parking lot on the South Side, Chicago police said.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 16, 2023

Shooting victims run into Englewood beauty supply for help: fire officials, witness
Shooting victims stumble into beauty supply store in West Englewood for help.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 16, 2023

Afternoon Briefing: Former state lawmakers testify at ‘ComEd Four' trial
Good afternoon, Chicago. Here's what is happening today.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 16, 2023

‘I wouldn't do anything to damage my speaker': Former lawmaker testifies about message from Madigan as jury hears first recording in ‘ComEd Four' trial
Two former Illinois state representatives testify about Madigan's power as "ComEd Four" trial continues.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 16, 2023

Floods fill some of California's summer strawberry fields
Yet another potential casualty of the powerful rainstorms that drenched coastal California: hundreds of acres of fresh strawberries slated for America's supermarket shelves this summer.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 16, 2023

3 shot in West Englewood, including youngster: fire officials
A youngster age 15 or younger is among 3 people shot in West Englewood.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 16, 2023

Companies are diversifying their corporate boards. But Latinos are left behind
Latinos are the nation's largest ethnic or racial minority and its fastest-growing group

Chicago Tribune
Mar 16, 2023

Former state lawmaker tells jury more about Madigan's power as testimony in ‘ComEd Four' trial continues
A former Illinois state representative will return to the witness stand Wednesday in the "ComEd Four" trial.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 16, 2023

Feb. 28 election results certified: Which Chicago mayoral candidate received the most votes in your ward?
Here's a look at the total number and percentage of votes that were cast in each precinct for Chicago's mayoral race.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 16, 2023

Daywatch: Ravinia announces summer lineup
Good morning, Chicago. Here are some of the top stories you need to know to start your day.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 16, 2023

‘We have a lot of space here' Woodlawn group welcomes migrants to community amid local and political opposition
Tensions boiled over at City Hall when some City Council members tried but failed to kill a motion to accept a $20 million appropriation from the state that would go toward housing migrants, stating their displeasure with outgoing Mayor Lori Lightfoot's administration's handling of the situation. Meanwhile a band of residents are welcoming the migrants, creating a plan to help them integrate into their community.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 16, 2023

Column: An immigrant father's legacy lives on through an old cantina in Pilsen, where gentrification has been a challenge
Sammy Ornelas' bar, El Trebol, remains a safe haven for the immigrant community it was created to serve.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 16, 2023

South Loop-based Hanahana Beauty products hit shelves in 400 Ulta stores. Meet the woman who created the brand.
Founder Abena Boamah-Acheampong works with intention to produce skin care for women of color with shea butter from Ghana.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 16, 2023

Woodlawn group welcomes migrants to community amid local and political opposition: ‘We have a lot of space here'
Tensions boiled over at City Hall when some City Council members tried but failed to kill a motion to accept a $20 million appropriation from the state that would go toward housing migrants, stating their displeasure with outgoing Mayor Lori Lightfoot's administration's handling of the situation. Meanwhile a band of residents are welcoming the migrants, creating a plan to help them integrate into their community.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 16, 2023

Who was elected alderman in each ward — and which races are headed to runoffs
Voters heavily backed their current aldermen in February's municipal election, with incumbents winning 31 races outright.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 15, 2023

9-year-old Aurora girl honored for saving mom's life with brave 911 call
Aria Lamen was honored Tuesday night for saving her mom's life after the 9-year-old called 911 after her mother passed out at their home in Aurora.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 15, 2023

With new mayor on horizon, aldermen seek more power on City Council
Critics called the move self-serving and not about good governance.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 15, 2023

Votes from Chicago's February election are official and there will be 14 races for City Council in addition to the race for mayor
West Side Ald. Chris Taliaferro joined several others in having to win a runoff in less than three weeks in order to keep his seat.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 15, 2023

The drag show must go on: Porter County commissioners can't stop Expo Center event
An upcoming drag event at the Porter County Expo Center that was initially advertised as free to children 12 and under saw several protesters at Tuesday's Porter County Board of Commissioners meeting. Through their attorney the board has asked for the wording regarding children to be removed and the event organizer Rogue Syndicate has complied.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 15, 2023

Congressmen, suburbs, Metra disappointed in federal approval of merger expected to bring more freight trains to Chicago area
The decision allows the $31 billion merger of Canadian Pacific and Kansas City Southern to move forward.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 15, 2023

‘ComEd Four' bribery trial: What you need to know
The sprawling federal investigation into Commonwealth Edison's alleged attempts to sway former House Speaker Michael Madigan rocked Illinois politics to the core.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 15, 2023

Commission charged with Chicago top cop search asserts its independence and community focus: ‘We're not here to serve an administration'
Preferences of the mayor candidate finalists for an insider will not factor in to the commission's work, its president said.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 15, 2023

Prosecutors say ‘ComEd Four' bribery conspiracy defendants did Madigan's bidding as defense counters conduct was legal lobbying, ‘a profession'
The high-profile "ComEd Four" trial started Wednesday as a federal prosecutor contended the case centered on bribes intended to influence then-House Speaker Michael Madigan.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 15, 2023

Prosecutors say ‘ComEd Four' bribery conspiracy defendants did Madigan's bidding, while defense says conduct was legal lobbying, ‘a profession'
The high-profile "ComEd Four" trial started Wednesday as a federal prosecutor contended the case centered on bribes intended to influence then-House Speaker Michael Madigan.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 15, 2023

Goats found wandering on South Side brought to Chicago Animal Care and Control
The owner was in the process of picking them up the three goats, who were found near 6000 S. Wood St. Officials said they were very friendly and eating normally.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 15, 2023

Afternoon Briefing: ‘ComEd Four' trial begins with Madigan references
Good afternoon, Chicago. Here's what is happening today.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 15, 2023

Boy, 14, in critical condition following a shooting on South Side, Chicago police say
A 14-year-old was shot late Wednesday morning in a drive-by on the South Side in the Auburn Gresham neighborhood, Chicago police said.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 15, 2023

‘Boneless wing' or ‘chicken nugget'? Buffalo Wild Wings sued for false advertising
An Illinois man is behind the class-action lawsuit against Buffalo Wild Wings

Chicago Tribune
Mar 15, 2023

At least 5 people robbed near 47th Street since 6 a.m., Chicago police say
No one is in custody for any of the robberies and police are investigating.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 15, 2023

Federal government to penalize North Chicago-based AbbVie over the price of its blockbuster drug Humira
AbbVie and more than a dozen other drugmakers are facing the penalties, for the first time, as part of the federal Inflation Reduction Act

Chicago Tribune
Mar 15, 2023

Which Chicago mayoral candidate received the most votes in your ward?
Here's a look at the total number and percentage of votes that were cast in each precinct for Chicago's mayoral race.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 15, 2023

San Francisco board open to reparations with $5 million payouts
Payments of $5 million to every eligible Black adult, the elimination of personal debt and tax burdens, guaranteed annual incomes of at least $97,000 for 250 years and homes in San Francisco for just $1 a family.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 15, 2023

5 in custody after attempted robbery using pepper spray on CTA train, police say
Shortly after 3 a.m., officers saw an attempted robbery involving five individuals on a train in the 1100 block of South State Street.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 15, 2023

‘The defendants gave, and the defendants got': Prosecutors raise Madigan immediately as they lay out case at ‘ComEd Four' trial
After less than two days of selection, a jury of 12 has been chosen for the "ComEd Four" trial.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 15, 2023

Federal regulators approve merger expected to bring more freight trains to Chicago area
The decision allows the $31 billion merger of Canadian Pacific and Kansas City Southern to move forward

Chicago Tribune
Mar 15, 2023

Daywatch: Former Gov. Rod Blagojevich, live in concert
Good morning, Chicago. Here are some of the top stories you need to know to start your day.

Chicago Tribune
Mar 15, 2023

Northwestern unveils program to perform more double lung transplants for terminal cancer patients, after successful surgeries
Until now, lung transplants on patients with advanced lung cancer have been rare operations

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