La Grange Pet Parade celebrates 76th anniversary Saturday:

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Reed Sheppard will enter the NBA draft. His Kentucky career is over.: Kentucky basketball star Reed Sheppard will enter the 2024 NBA draft and does not plan to ...

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Apr 25

Slain Chicago police Officer Luis Huesca's sister pleads for public to help in catching the killer: 'The pain is unbearable'

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The Wall Street Journal

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Apr 25

Rockford Is Now America’s Top Housing Market After an Improbable Turnaround: The Illinois metro area, west of Chicago, was one of nearly a dozen in the Midwest ...

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Apr 16

Taylor Swift mural pops up by ‘the lakes’ in Chicago with mystery ‘The Tortured Poets Department’ message

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Apr 09

NCAA women's title game: Early figures make it most-watched hoops game in 5 years

apnews.com/article/march-madness-iowa-south-carolina-ratings-fe3c29aabbea557d83a911afb4ebf637

Quick Glance: Record Audience at NCAA Women's Championship

South Carolina's victory over Caitlin Clark and Iowa in Sunday's women's NCAA championship game garnered a preliminary average viewership of 18.7 million on ABC and ESPN.

Nielsen's final numbers on Tuesday may reveal an increase in viewership.

It marks the most-watched basketball game since 2019, when the men's NCAA title game between Virginia and Texas Tech averaged 19.6 million viewers on CBS.

The women's final also recorded the highest viewership for a Sunday afternoon sporting event on ESPN and ABC since early 2021.

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Apr 22

Ohtani breaks record for most home runs by a Japanese player: Shohei Ohtani surpassed Hideki Matsui to become the Japanese-born player who has hit the most home ...

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Quick Glance: Shohei Ohtani Sets New Record for Most MLB Homers

Los Angeles Dodgers slugger Shohei Ohtani has broken the record for the most homers hit by a Japanese-born player in Major League Baseball.

During a game at Dodger Stadium, Ohtani hit an impressive homer that flew into the right field bleachers off pitcher Adrian Houser of the New York Mets.

With this homer, which was Ohtani's 176th in his six years in the MLB, he surpassed Matsui, who played the final 10 years of his 20-year pro career in North America.

Ohtani's record-breaking blast traveled 423 feet and put the Dodgers ahead 2-0. Prior to this, Ohtani had not hit a homer in seven consecutive games.

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Apr 18

Stephen Colbert will bring ‘Late Show’ to Chicago during Democratic National Convention

chicagotribune.com/2024/04/17/stephen-colbert-will-bring-late-show-to-chicago-during-democratic-national-convention/

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Apr 22

Mother of Chicago child with measles: It was ‘one of the scarier moments of my life’

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Apr 10

Ellen Calipari posts goodbye video, supportive of Kentucky departure: Ellen Calipari said she’s supportive of John Calipari as new coach of Arkansas and thanked ...

Quick Glance: Arkansas Saves Kentucky and John Calipari

John Calipari and Kentucky were on the brink of giving it one more shot. Arkansas saved them from themselves - and that's good for everyone.

The relationship between the 65-year-old Hall of Fame coach and the elite program was not just dull but also burdensome. When athletic director Mitch Barnhart and Calipari sat for a local television interview last month to assure fans that they were on the same page and committed to getting the Wildcats back on top, it seemed more like a hostage video.

Arkansas and its billionaire supporters unexpectedly intervened to recruit the coach nobody else pursued and offer him a compensation beyond what others could provide. Everyone benefits. Perhaps not the Razorbacks - time will tell - but certainly Calipari and Kentucky. He was in desperate need of a fresh start, as were the Wildcats. After failing to reach the second weekend of the NCAA Tournament for the fourth consecutive year, the individual who led Kentucky to seven Elite Eights, four Final Fours, and a national title in his initial decade came to a realization.

This is not intended to diminish Calipari's past achievements at Kentucky. He revitalized the Cats, contributed to their national title, and kept UK in contention for a championship nearly every year during his remarkable first ten years. He served as a positive influence in the state, demonstrating his philanthropy in times of crisis. This is about recognizing that since 2020, Calipari was tarnishing this legacy. It's about acknowledging that both sides knew the journey had come to an end and it was time to step away. Just when it seemed that Calipari and Kentucky were considering another attempt, Arkansas intervened and rescued them from themselves.

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Quarterbacks Williams, Daniels, Maye, Penix, McCarthy and Nix selected in top 12 of NFL draft

chicagotribune.com/2024/04/25/quarterbacks-williams-daniels-maye-penix-mccarthy-and-nix-selected-in-top-12-of-nfl-draft/

Quick Glance: Chicago Bears 2024 Draft Selections by Rounds Overview

In the first round, Chicago selected Caleb Williams, QB, USC as the No. 1 overall pick from the Panthers. Williams is viewed as a potential savior for the team, possessing elite arm talent and mobility to make difficult throws.

With the ninth pick in the first round, Chicago picked Rome Odunze, WR, Washington. Odunze, an All-American last year, is seen as a future co-WR1 with Moore.

The Chicago Bears also had selections in the third round.

They also had a pick in the fourth round, which came from the Eagles.

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Apr 21

LeBron James, Lakers Ripped By NBA Fans for 3Q Collapse in Loss to Jokić, Nuggets

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Apr 25

Letters: Presidential debates are not useful: Presidential debates have become the complete opposite of a fair or useful evaluation of the candidates and their ...

chicagotribune.com/2024/04/23/letters-vp-042324/

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Apr 15

Vintage Chicago Tribune: Exploring ‘Chicago Mysteries’: Want a sneak peek at a few of the puzzles WTTW's Geoffrey Baer will attempt to solve during his TV ...

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The Christian Science Monitor

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Apr 19

Some Black Chicagoans question help for migrants. Others say, it’s our turn to welcome.

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Fort Worth Star-Telegram

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Apr 24

Weatherford high school student directs racial slur toward Euless Trinity baseball player

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Apr 21

The O’Hare rebuild is mired in negotiations and potential changes. Here’s how another airport finished construction.

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Chicago Tribune

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Apr 12

Editorial: O’Hare’s boosters are finally realizing that the airlines are, in fact, the clients

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The Athletic Apr 18

Caitlin Clark’s Indiana Fever conference overshadowed by uncomfortable exchange with reporter

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Apr 24

Chicago Bears Unveil Stadium Project on Lakefront: Chicago Bears officials alongside Mayor Brandon Johnson unveiled plans for a $4.7 billion project to build a ...

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Quick Glance: Chicago Bears' Historic Home Games: Wrigley to Soldier Field

The Chicago Bears' history began in 1920 in Decatur when the Staley Starch Company decided to sponsor a football team.

The team primarily played at Wrigley Field and then Soldier Field, with occasional games at other venues.

From the early decades at Wrigley Field to the move to Soldier Field in 1971, significant victories and championships marked the team's journey.

Spanning different venues like Staley Field, Mills Stadium, and Memorial Stadium, the Bears have created a rich history in Chicago.

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ABC News

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Chicago's famous 'rat hole' removed and preserved from neighborhood sidewalk : The rat-sized imprint in Roscoe Village was removed Wednesday morning.

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Apr 15

Girl killed, 10 other people injured in Chicago shooting: No arrests have been made as of Sunday morning, according to Chicago police.

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Apr 23

South Side man gets 3 years for possession of ‘Trump gun’: The gun been custom-etched with Trump's face on the grip, as well as "Trump 45th" and ...

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The Salt Lake Tribune

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Apr 20

This is Ryan Smith’s new ‘Plan A’ for Utah’s NHL arena: After originally thinking he would build a new arena, Utah Jazz owner Ryan Smith said Friday he prefers ...

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Apr 17

No matter the decision, Kentucky basketball fans need to give Reed Sheppard a break

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Apr 20

LSU's Angel Reese explains why she's dropping 'Bayou Barbie' as she heads to WNBA

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Apr 21

Johnson safety plan slow out of the gate, but mayor vows ‘root causes’ approach will work

chicagotribune.com/2024/04/21/johnson-safety-plan-slow-out-of-gate/

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Apr 20

Marlins rally past Cubs on Bryan De La Cruz HR in 9th: Bryan De La Cruz hit a go-ahead two-run home run in the ninth inning as the visiting Miami Marlins rallied ...

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The Wall Street Journal

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How a Pair of Empty-Nesters Created Their Dream Home: With the kids out of the house, a Chicago couple who love to entertain splashed out their home with color ...

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Apr 11

Deadly Chicago traffic stop of Dexter Reed raises serious questions about use of force

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Apr 20

Column: As ‘Tortured Poets Department’ arrives, we wondered: Can Taylor Swift be poetry?

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Apr 17

Earth Day is only once a year, these Chicago chefs upcycle ingredients every day: These days, with their bottom lines more razor-thin than ever ...

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Apr 25

Review: Nicki Minaj’s Pink Friday concert ran hot and cold at the United Center: She kept rescuing the momentum that built from the outset on “I’m the Best.”

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Apr 17

Biden Weighs in on Caitlin Clark Salary Debate After WNBA Draft: President Biden’s remarks on the issue came shortly after Caitlin Clark, the University of Iowa ...

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Apr 18

‘Shame of Chicago, Shame of The Nation’ series premieres Thursday on WTTW, showing how segregation was built into foundation of real estate

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Apr 23

Foxtrot abruptly closes all locations in D.C. area: Foxtrot, a Chicago-based coffee shop and convenience store chain with 10 locations in D.C. ...

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Apr 24

College students, inmates and a nun: A unique book club meets at one of the nation’s largest jails

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Apr 18

Uber rolls out blue checkmark system for rider verification in Chicago, 11 other cities

chicagotribune.com/2024/04/18/uber-verification-safety-feature-chicago-pilot/

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Apr 16

World Business Chicago names new CEO: The CEO will be in charge of pitching Chicago as a destination for corporate relocation and expansion ...

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Apr 18

Mayor Brandon Johnson slams uphill effort to recall Chicago mayors: To get the Chicago mayor recall mechanism question on ballots this fall ...

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Apr 23

An ode to perhaps the greatest Jewish baseball player on Passover: Today is the first full day of what was my favorite Jewish celebratory holiday as a kid: ...

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Apr 22

Elite 3-point shooter names Kentucky among finalists. The star transfer has quite a list.

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Doctors seeing more syphilis patients with unusual and severe symptoms, study shows

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Apr 25

Houston Astros' 7-18 record is worst start since 2013 season: The Astros last started 7-18 in 2013, a season in which they lost a franchise-record 111 games ...

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Apr 14

Luke Holman threw gem for LSU vs. Tennessee, but it wasn't enough. See what happened.

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St. Louis Post-Dispatch

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Apr 20

Robbie Avila, aka ‘Cream Abdul-Jabbar,’ will transfer to SLU to join Josh Schertz

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Apr 16

A mysterious Taylor Swift mural with a QR code has popped up in Chicago. What does it mean?

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Apr 16

Laura Washington: We know one thing from the Dexter Reed shooting. Driving while Black is a systemic problem.

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Apr 15

What does Travis Perry think of new UK basketball coach Mark Pope?

Quick Glance: Enthusiastic Kentucky Fans Welcome Mark Pope as New Wildcats Coach at Rupp Arena

Mark Pope's debut game as Kentucky's coach is still over six months away. However, the manner in which fans packed Rupp Arena for his unveiling as UK's new men's basketball coach would surprise those unfamiliar with the sport's calendar, considering the 2024-25 season doesn't commence until November.

Rupp Arena accommodates 20,500 spectators. The lower section of the venue features 10,000 theater-style seats, all of which were occupied. The upper section, with an additional 10,500 seats, took longer to fill, but by the time Pope was formally introduced at 4:54 p.m. on Sunday, not a single seat was vacant.

All of this to greet back a beloved figure.

"We witness these introductory press conferences frequently," Pope remarked. "No individual worldwide has ever witnessed a spectacle like this."

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Apr 10

Orioles calling up Jackson Holliday, MLB’s top prospect, after torrid start in Triple-A

baltimoresun.com/2024/04/09/orioles-jackson-holliday-promotion/

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Apr 19

Review: Magnetic Fields plays ’69 Love Songs’ at Thalia Hall, a long and epic romance

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The Wall Street Journal

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Apr 22

Baseball’s Most Notorious Umpire Is Back—and People Are Losing Their Minds: After missing most of the 2023 season, Ángel Hernández has returned to being MLB’s ...

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kentucky.com/sports/college/kentucky-sports/uk-baseball/article287788320.html

Apr 20

Kentucky gives record crowd reason to keep coming back for SEC baseball stretch run

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Apr 15

Ken Holtzman, who threw 2 no-hitters for the Chicago Cubs before winning 3 World Series in Oakland, dies at 78

chicagotribune.com/2024/04/15/ken-holtzman-dies-chicago-cubs/

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The Athletic Apr 16

Cubs’ Seiya Suzuki to 10-day IL with right oblique strain: What it means for Chicago

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Apr 11

Cicadas incoming: Billions to emerge in double-brood invasion: Billions of cicadas are set to pop out of the ground in May and June in a rare synchronized ...

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Quick Glance: Billions of cicadas to surface in rare double brood emergence

Billions of cicadas will emerge this spring: two different broods, one every 13 years, the other every 17 years.

They will dig their way out with shining red eyes, their deafening song filling the air.

This spring's cicadas belong to a genus in the eastern US known as Magicicada or periodical cicadas.

Anticipated emergence of cicadas in mid-May, primarily in the Midwest and Southeast of the USA.

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Apr 07

Top recruit Sarah Strong commits to UConn - ESPN: UConn commit Sarah Strong's basketball journey hasn't been exactly traditional but the latest step might just ...

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San Francisco Giants Minority Stake Offering Values MLB Team at $4 Billion: A small stake in the San Francisco Giants is for sale at a price that could value the ...

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Apr 09

Biden says Trump will ban abortion: ‘No one trusts Donald Trump’: At a Chicago fundraiser, the president said that the threat of Trump is far from abated by new ...

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