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Gov. JB Pritzker says he’s preparing for Supreme Court fight over assault weapons ban
Gov. JB Pritzker on Thursday said he’s working to ensure Illinois has help from top experts to defend its assault weapons ban, after the U.S. Supreme Court indicated this week it would hear arguments over similar bans.
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Editorial: Major League Baseball showcases a retro drive-in theater near us
It’s an honor for an Illinois venue to be among these select few sites to...
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Top FBI agent in Chicago leaving post after being pushed to retire, sources say
Douglas DePodesta has served as special agent in charge in Chicago, one of the FBI’s largest offices, for nearly two years and has been with the bureau since 2002.
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Madison Square Garden is abuzz with eager Swifties ahead of Swift-Kelce wedding
The couple are “literally the king and queen of America,” said Kristen Donohue, who stopped by the area surrounding Madison Square Garden Thursday with a fellow Swiftie co-worker on their lunch break.
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Chicago Bulls in NBA free agency: Norman Powell joins on a 2-year deal — and center Zach Collins is extended
Amid a hectic free agency window for the NBA, the Chicago Bulls are attempting to restructure their roster for a new era. Here’s the latest news in signings, trades and rumors around the team.
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Photos: Inside look at Chicago Blackhawks development camp
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WGN-Ch. 9 anchor Dan Ponce sells Glencoe home for $1.7M
WGN-Channel 9 early morning news co-anchor Dan Ponce and his wife, Amy, sold their five-bedroom,...
Immigration
Investigator advises 30-day suspension for Merrillville lawyer who allegedly solicited woman for sex
Alfredo Estrada, 44, of Burke Costanza & Carberry L.L.P., violated professional rules of conduct by...
Education
Brian Smith leaves Highland to serve as Valparaiso’s new superintendent
Brian Smith was approved as Valparaiso Community Schools' new superintendent just hours after ending a...
Crime and Public Safety
DoorDash driver charged in fatal shooting outside Matteson Amazon facility
A judge ordered Devonta Hodge, 33, of Gary, Indiana, held in custody Thursday after he...
Environment
After more than 800 votes were cast, Aurora officially names baby elk born at Phillips Park Zoo
After more than 800 votes were cast by the public choosing from names put together...
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American wines worth celebrating this Fourth of July
The future of American wine belongs to the independent growers redefining it.
Investigations
Bill aims to curb abandoned oil and gas wells in Illinois through stiffer fines
The bill, which stiffens fines, comes in response to a Tribune investigation into the thousands...
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Vintage Chicago Tribune: Navy Pier, the city’s magnificent gem on Lake Michigan
Here's a look back at the history of Navy Pier, Chicago's magnificent gem on Lake...
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Lake County Homeless Prevention Program facing higher demand: ‘We can tell people are struggling’
Waukegan Township Supervisor Marc Jones said a year ago that the program provided $200,000 in...
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10 board and card games you’ll love if you like Sorry
One of the oldest and most iconic family-friendly pastimes is Sorry. Here are 10 board...