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Illinois Republican Chairman Don Tracy resigns just weeks before RNC in Milwaukee
Don Tracy's often-turbulent three years as head of state GOP was marked by repeated Republican campaign losses and internal party controversies.
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Editorial: Violent crime in Chicago remains a crisis, plain and simple. There is no higher priority for you, Mr. Mayor.
The shooting death of a 7-year-old in front of his home should serve as a...
Business
Terry Savage: As markets hit record highs, complacency is a risk
Pessimism is contagious. And so is optimism. But reality eventually rules. So, perhaps now it’s time to ask this question: Could the investing public be equally misinformed about this bull stock market as it makes new highs?
Entertainment
Column: AI is coming for Hollywood
The looming threat of AI in Hollywood will arrive with all the subtlety of the Kool-Aid Man busting through a wall.
Sports
Kyle Hendricks gives the Chicago Cubs a stellar start Wednesday, reflects on the ‘most adversity’ of his career
As Chicago Cubs right-hander Kyle Hendricks takes on the most adversity of his career, the veteran maintains perspective as he approaches 10 years of big-league service time.
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City orders audit after pay mix-up for hundreds of laborers
The issue sprung up in January when workers represented by LiUNA Local 1001 discovered miscalculations...
Crime and Public Safety
Cook County prosecutors’ Conviction Review Unit head plans to step down in July
The recently-appointed head of a unit that reviews potential wrongful convictions for the Cook County...
Education
Librarians staffed below state recommended levels in some south suburban schools
Orland Park District 135 and Homer Glen 33C are responding differently to calls to have...
Immigration
Half a million immigrants could eventually get US citizenship under new plan from President Biden
President Joe Biden is taking an expansive, election-year step to offer relief to potentially hundreds...
Investigations
Verbal abuse, a ‘sex-driven’ culture: Ex-employees describe toxic environment at Guaranteed Rate
Ex-employees allege they experienced persistent verbal abuse and a misogynistic environment at Chicago-based mortgage company...
Local News
Police say teen charged with shooting man in Elgin fired gun in self-defense
A teen has been arrested for the Sunday night shooting in the 600 block of...
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Tropical Storm Alberto forms in southwest Gulf, 1st named storm of the hurricane season
Tropical Storm Alberto formed on Wednesday in the southwestern Gulf of Mexico, the first named...
History
Today in Sports History: Alex Rodriguez homers for his 3,000th career hit
In 2015, Alex Rodriguez homers for his 3,000th career hit as the New York Yankees...
Restaurants, Food and Drink
As American wineries struggle, is ‘Buy American’ the solution?
A winemaker's plea for consumers to buy American wines sparked widespread discussion in an industry...
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Ask Amy: I cannot get my first wife out of my head or heart
Dear Amy: We have not had any contact in more than 35 years, but she...
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The best inflatable kayaks for outdoor fun
When choosing an inflatable kayak, there are a few key features to keep in mind,...