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Chinese government-linked hackers have burrowed into US-critical infrastructure and are waiting 'for just the right moment to deal a devastating blow ...
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Quick Glance: Chinese Hackers Preparing to Attack US Infrastructure
- FBI Director Christopher Wray warned that Chinese hackers have infiltrated U.S. critical infrastructure and are 'waiting for the right moment to deliver a devastating blow.'
- Wray revealed that the Chinese hacking campaign known as Volt Typhoon has accessed numerous American companies in telecommunications, energy, water, and other critical sectors.
- The Chinese hackers operate a series of botnets to conceal their malicious cyber activities, making it difficult to determine the intent of this cyber pre-positioning.
- China's Embassy in Washington pointed out that some in the U.S. are tracing cyberattacks back to China and politicizing them, while China claims to be the victim in this scenario.
FBI opens criminal investigation into Baltimore bridge collapse, AP source says: The FBI is conducting a criminal investigation into the deadly collapse of ...
apnews.com/article/baltimore-bridge-collapse-fbi-investiagation-58188d524035c756872603055f309c78
Quick Glance: Investigation of Key Bridge Incident
- The FBI has initiated a criminal investigation focusing on the colossal container vessel that caused the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore last month.
- Authorities are examining the sequence of events that led to the Dali, a 985-foot Singaporean ship, losing power as it departed from the Port of Baltimore and colliding with one of the bridge's support pillars.
- Federal agents appeared to have boarded the ship on Monday morning to conduct a search.
- President Biden and Maryland Governor Wes Moore (D) have expressed their commitment to hold accountable any entities potentially responsible for the bridge's destruction.
Taylor Swift mural pops up by ‘the lakes’ in Chicago with mystery ‘The Tortured Poets Department’ message
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/16/taylor-swift-mural-pops-up-by-the-lakes-in-chicago-with-mystery-the-tortured-poets-department-message/
The O’Hare rebuild is mired in negotiations and potential changes. Here’s how another airport finished construction.
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/18/ohare-construction-budget-delay/
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/
Crypto Trader’s Mango Markets Manipulation Trial Heads to Jury: Federal jurors in New York heard sharply contrasting arguments on whether a trader manipulated ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-17/crypto-trader-s-110-million-manipulation-trial-heads-to-jury
Lawyers for Larry Nassar assault survivors reach $100M deal with DOJ, source says
apnews.com/article/larry-nassar-assault-fbi-claims-e3a2759d2f33eeafcfb8d5d49cc947f9
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 ...
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/15/vintage-chicago-tribune-exploring-chicago-mysteries/
Chicago's response to migrant influx stirs longstanding frustrations among Black residents
apnews.com/article/chicago-migrants-black-latino-biden-immigration-ab8d7f22eea423d86fb350665b9e66f6
‘Shame of Chicago, Shame of The Nation’ series premieres Thursday on WTTW, showing how segregation was built into foundation of real estate
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/18/shame-of-chicago-shame-of-the-nation-documentary-series/
Girl killed, 10 other people injured in Chicago shooting: No arrests have been made as of Sunday morning, according to Chicago police.
wgntv.com/news/chicagocrime/heavy-police-presence-on-southwest-side-after-shooting-reports/
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 ...
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/17/while-earth-day-is-only-once-a-year-these-chicago-chefs-upcycle-ingredients-every-day/
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/
Mayor Brandon Johnson slams uphill effort to recall Chicago mayors: To get the Chicago mayor recall mechanism question on ballots this fall ...
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/17/mayor-brandon-johnson-slams-uphill-effort-to-recall-chicago-mayors/
Murders down about 20 percent in 200+ cities: Murders are down about 20 percent in more than 200 cities across the country, according to a recent analysis from ...
thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/4596947-murders-down-20-percent-cities/
LSU's Angel Reese explains why she's dropping 'Bayou Barbie' as she heads to WNBA
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/sports/lsu/lsus-angel-reese-dropping-bayou-barbie-nickname-in-wnba/article_3fba81a8-b55f-594e-a0df-fef5cc91c2e7.html
Editorial: O’Hare’s boosters are finally realizing that the airlines are, in fact, the clients
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/12/editorial-ohares-boosters-are-finally-realizing-that-the-airlines-are-in-fact-the-clients/
FBI on alert for threats to the Jewish community ahead of Passover, director says
cnn.com/2024/04/17/politics/fbi-christopher-wray-threats-jewish-community-passover/
'Error 321': Chicago QR code mural links to 'Tortured Poets' and Taylor Swift: Painters were seen on a green scissor lift in the River North district of the ...
usatoday.com/story/entertainment/music/2024/04/15/chicago-qr-code-mural-links-to-taylor-swift-error-321/73336892007/
World Business Chicago names new CEO: The CEO will be in charge of pitching Chicago as a destination for corporate relocation and expansion ...
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/16/world-business-chicago-new-ceo/
Jan. 6 defendant charged with assaulting officers IDed with help of a forehead scar
nbcnews.com/politics/justice-department/jan-6-defendant-charged-assaulting-officers-ided-help-forehead-scar-rcna148191
US woman arrested, accused of targeting young boys in $1.7M sextortion scheme: FBI has warned of significant spike in teen sextortion in 2024.
arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2024/04/us-woman-arrested-accused-of-targeting-young-boys-in-1-7m-sextortion-scheme/
To make sure grandmas like his don't get conned, he scams the scammers: Livestreamers who bait scammers find creative ways to waste their time ...
npr.org/2024/04/15/1243189142/scam-baiter-kitboga
House Votes to Extend—and Expand—a Major US Spy Program: The US House of Representatives voted on Friday to extend the Section 702 spy program ...
wired.com/story/house-section-702-vote/
Quick Glance: House Decision on Extending and Expanding US Spy Program
- The US House of Representatives made a decision on Friday regarding the continuation of the Section 702 spy program. This decision was made without a modification that would have required the FBI to obtain a warrant to access information of Americans.
- An ongoing controversial US wiretap program has reached a significant milestone towards its reauthorization.
- Following numerous delays, setbacks, and involvement by legislators striving to maintain and enhance the spying powers of the US intelligence agencies, the House of Representatives voted on Friday to extend Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) for an additional two years.
- Furthermore, the House bill includes a substantial broadening of the statutory definition for communication service providers, a move that FISA experts, such as Marc Zwillinger - among the few advisors to the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court (FISC) - have vocally cautioned against.
House passes reauthorization of US spy program after GOP upheaval: The U.S. House has passed a bill to reauthorize and provide sweeping reforms of a key U.S ...
apnews.com/article/fisa-donald-trump-surveillance-congress-johnson-6798869fa141a13329c24245c64fd14f
Deadly Chicago traffic stop of Dexter Reed raises serious questions about use of force
apnews.com/article/police-shooting-chicago-officers-investigation-ca147a5ea386e70190f23bd6912445f0
Laura Washington: We know one thing from the Dexter Reed shooting. Driving while Black is a systemic problem.
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/15/column-dexter-reed-chicago-traffic-stop-washington/
FBI concerned about possible coordinated attack in US after Russia massacre: The FBI is concerned about the possibility of an organized attack in the United ...
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Salem’s Satanic Temple pipe bomb arrest: Man accused of throwing explosive onto porch
bostonherald.com/2024/04/17/salems-satanic-temple-pipe-bomb-arrest-man-accused-of-throwing-explosive-onto-porch/
2024 Gospel Music Festival headliners include Clark Sisters: The festival is the first big Millennium Park music fest to kick off the 2024 summer season.
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/18/2024-gospel-music-festival-headliners-include-clark-sisters/
Chicago pol slammed for appearing to celebrate Iranian attack on Israel: 'Free Palestine'
nypost.com/2024/04/14/world-news/chicago-pol-slammed-for-appearing-to-celebrate-attack-on-israel/
Quick Glance: New Measures Against Iran and Escalation in West Bank
- The United States intends to take further actions against Iran in the coming days to address the attacks on Israel over the weekend, as announced by US officials on Tuesday.
- To combat the escalation in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, Israeli and Palestinian officials reported the deaths of two Palestinians shot by Israeli settlers on Monday.
Complaint Asks the FBI to Probe Trump Claims on a $50 Million Loan: A government watchdog group is filing a complaint about a $50 million loan that Trump claimed ...
thedailybeast.com/complaint-asks-the-fbi-to-probe-trump-claims-on-a-dollar50-million-loan
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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/
Colbert’s ‘Late Show’ to air live from Chicago during Democratic convention: Comedian Stephen Colbert’s “The Late Show” is headed to Chicago for the Democratic ...
thehill.com/blogs/in-the-know/4603541-colberts-late-show-to-air-live-from-chicago-during-democratic-convention/
Sen. Robert Peters: Chicago is ready for the Democratic National Convention: Thanks to progress made by President Joe Biden and Democrats at the state and local ...
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/17/opinion-chicago-preparations-democratic-national-convention-dnc/
FBI interview transcript reveals how Trump aide characterized boxes at Mar-a-Lago to investigators
cnn.com/2024/04/12/politics/walt-nauta-fbi-interview-trump-read/
Supreme Court won't hear Mike Lindell's challenge over FBI seizure of cellphone: The U.S. Supreme Court has denied a petition by MyPillow founder and election ...
abcnews.go.com/Politics/wireStory/supreme-court-hear-election-denier-mike-lindells-challenge-109312803
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 ...
nbcnews.com/science/science-news/cicadas-coming-billions-emerge-double-brood-invasion-rcna146622
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.
Feds charge arms dealers with smuggling grenade launchers, ammo from US to Iraq and Sudan
usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2024/04/16/fbi-charges-arms-dealers-for-conspiring-to-send-weapons-to-sudan-iraq/73348240007/
Pro-Palestinian demonstrators shut down major US airport roads and bridges: Some travellers abandoned their cars and dragged luggage along the motorway to catch ...
itv.com/news/2024-04-16/pro-palestinian-demonstrators-shut-down-major-us-airport-roads-and-bridges
Boeing whistleblower alleges 'criminal coverup' over 737 Max blowout: Former Boeing employee Ed Pierson made the claim during an appearance at a Senate hearing ...
businessinsider.com/boeing-whistleblower-alleges-criminal-coverup-over-737-max-blowout-2024-4
Quick Glance: Boeing Whistleblower Calls for Grounding of All 787 Dreamliners
- Boeing quality engineer Sam Salehpour is urging the planemaker to ground all 787 Dreamliners worldwide, citing potential structural issues.
- Salehpour alleges that Boeing took shortcuts during the construction of the 787 and 777 jets, compromising aircraft safety.
- After raising internal concerns with Boeing, Salehpour claims he faced retaliation and witnessed unsafe assembly practices in another program.
- Boeing defends the 787 Dreamliner's quality, while the FAA investigates Salehpour's claims, emphasizing the importance of aircraft safety.
Motorist dies in fiery crash when vehicle plows into suburban Chicago highway toll plaza, police say
apnews.com/article/fatal-crash-illinois-toll-plaza-d6b4788f8fa417bca90182c3a07a99cf
Gaza war protesters shut down Golden Gate Bridge, block traffic in other cities: Demonstrators protesting the war in Gaza shut down San Francisco’s Golden Gate ...
nbcnews.com/news/us-news/gaza-war-protesters-shut-golden-gate-bridge-block-traffic-rcna147945
Quick Glance: Pro-Palestinian Demonstrators Block Major Bridges and Roads in US Cities
- Pro-Palestinian demonstrators blocked the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco and the Interstate 880 in Oakland.
- Roads were also blocked in Chicago and Eugene to protest against the war between Israel and Hamas.
- The blockades resulted in arrests and traffic disruptions, but airport operations remained largely normal.
- Protests also took place in New York and Seattle, leading to temporary road closures and arrests.
Natalie Brown: Challenging LDS Church orthodoxy, even at BYU, can help students build their faith
sltrib.com/religion/2024/04/14/natalie-brown-challenging-lds/
Copenhagen stock exchange fire sees iconic spire collapse in huge inferno: Huge billows of smoke rose over downtown Copenhagen and people were seen rushing ...
independent.co.uk/world/copenhagen-old-stock-exchange-fire-news-b2529377.html
Quick Glance: Devastating Fire Strikes Copenhagen's Old Stock Exchange
- A blaze engulfed Copenhagen’s historic former stock exchange in Denmark’s capital on Tuesday, with the spire being consumed by flames and collapsing.
- The fire spread across multiple floors of the monument, leading to the collapse of its roof, as reported by local fire department chief Jakob Vedsted Andersen.
- The tower, standing at 184 feet, featured a distinctive design resembling four intertwined dragons’ tails, symbolizing protection against enemies and fire, as indicated by tourism websites.
- Deputy Prime Minister Troels Lund Poulsen referred to the incident as Denmark’s unique moment akin to Notre Dame, alluding to the 2019 fire in the roof of the Parisian landmark.
Aileen Cannon's Order Lays Into Jack Smith's 'Inadequate' Plea: The judge in Trump's classified documents case has refused to censor FBI documents ...
newsweek.com/aileen-cannon-criticizes-jack-smith-plea-trump-classified-documents-case-1889373
Quick Glance: Judge to Redact Witness Names in Trump's Case
- The federal judge overseeing Donald Trump's case agreed to protect potential government witnesses.
- The dispute over witness information in pretrial documents has slowed down the case.
- The judge agreed to protect witness identities but refused to seal the substance of witness statements.
- In light of prior criticisms, the judge appears to ease tensions by redacting witness names.
Times change, but City News Cafe stays the course as the place with thousands of magazines
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/17/times-change-but-city-news-cafe-stays-the-course-as-the-place-with-thousands-of-magazines/
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 ...
politico.com/news/2024/04/08/biden-trump-national-abortion-ban-fundraiser-00151192
Heinz wants to convince Chicago that ketchup and hot dogs can co-exist. Will they succeed?
usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2024/04/13/ketchup-catastrophe-in-chicago-prompts-heinz-to-try-frank-tactics/73223938007/
Many FBI agents are struggling to make ends meet. Housing costs are to blame: FBI agents in high-cost areas can face long commutes and trouble paying the bills ...
npr.org/2024/04/11/1243982287/fbi-agents-housing-costs
In Chicago, Ukrainian prime minister warns of dire consequences if Congress fails to deliver aid
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/16/ukraine-pm-chicago/
Videos show Chicago police fired nearly 100 shots over 41 seconds during fatal traffic stop
apnews.com/article/dexter-reed-chicago-police-shooting-0529419b830040e41bff495f1b8f0313
Chicago Public Schools opens applications for free full- and half-day prekindergarten next school year
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/10/cps-applications-pre-k/
Editorial: Police fired 96 shots at Dexter Reed. Then 76 bullets decimated a family.
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/17/editorial-ariana-molina-shooting-gangs-dexter-reed/
Many FBI agents are struggling to make ends meet. Housing costs are to blame: FBI agents in high-cost areas can face long commutes and trouble paying the bills ...
npr.org/2024/04/11/1243982287/fbi-agents-housing-costs
Review: Lovely ‘Music Man’ at Marriott Theatre is all about Marian the librarian: Why does Marian the librarian fall for that slick con man Harold Hill ...
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/18/review-lovely-music-man-at-marriott-theatre-is-all-about-marian-the-librarian/
Feds accuse Florida man of interstate sex trafficking, coercing a minor - UPI.com
upi.com/Top_News/US/2024/04/17/sex-trafficking-Florida-New-York/3691713399946/
'Run, run, run': Chaos at a Sydney mall as 6 people stabbed to death, and the suspect fatally shot
omaha.com/news/nation-world/crime-courts/violence-crime-police-stabbing-sydney/article_90eed776-07df-5b8a-ac1a-0bf4350d43d4.html
Migrants Can't Afford Their Rent: Officials have warned migrant budgets are dwindling, meanwhile some migrants are stuck looking for housing as work permits and ...
newsweek.com/migrants-immigration-rent-shelters-eviction-1889729
Cook County reallocates $70M for migrants from health care to food service in Chicago
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/18/cook-county-reallocates-70m-for-migrants-from-health-care-to-food-service-in-chicago/
Cruise ship dancer allegedly possessed and distributed child pornography, feds say
usatoday.com/story/travel/cruises/2024/04/15/cruise-ship-dancer-arrested-child-pornography/73329862007/
Chicago Shakes 2024-25 season: Royal Shakespeare Co. returns, plus Kinks musical and ‘Lord of the Rings’
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/09/chicago-shakes-2024-25-season-royal-shakespeare-co-returns-plus-kinks-musical-and-lord-of-the-rings/
Activists to protest ‘with or without permits’ when DNC arrives in Chicago this summer
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/13/activists-to-protest-with-or-without-permits-when-dnc-arrives-in-chicago-this-summer/
Berlin-Neukölln: Crowd stops ambulance with blue lights - police conceal incident
welt.de/vermischtes/article251040540/Berlin-Neukoelln-Menschenmenge-stoppt-Rettungswagen-mit-Blaulicht-Polizei-verschweigt-Vorfall.html
Neo-Nazi Jan. 6 rioter pleads guilty, admits to stealing police helmet as a 'war trophy'
nbcnews.com/politics/justice-department/neo-nazi-jan-6-rioter-pleads-guilty-admits-stealing-police-helmet-war-rcna147501
Chicago’s hot pot restaurants are the spot to share good food — with a side of laughter and tears
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/10/chicago-hot-pot-restaurants/
Chicago Red Stars to play at Wrigley Field in the first NWSL match at the Friendly Confines
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/09/chicago-red-stars-nwsl-game-wrigley-field/
Editorial: World Business Chicago CEO must sell our uneasy city as a great investment
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/18/editorial-world-business-chicago-philip-clement-brandon-johnson/
Senior Living in Chicago, Illinois for 2024 | US News: Find the best Chicago, IL senior living communities. See photos, ratings and reviews from residents and ...
health.usnews.com/best-senior-living/location/chicago-il
Fourth Body Recovered from Baltimore Key Bridge Collapse as FBI Launches Probe: In Baltimore, salvage crews found the body of a fourth victim of last month’s ...
democracynow.org/2024/4/16/headlines/fourth_body_recovered_from_baltimore_key_bridge_collapse_as_fbi_launches_probe
After balking earlier, Johnson to ask City Council to spend $70 million on migrant services
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/10/johnson-seeks-70-million-for-migrant-services/
Johnson plan to add $70M for migrant response moves forward: The plan passed the Budget and Government Operations Committee in a 20 to 8 vote following ...
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/15/johnson-70m-for-migrant-response/
Letters: If Chicago police aren’t safe, then neither are Chicagoans: There is no nice way to arrest a potentially dangerous combative individual.
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/17/letters-vp-041724-dexter-reed-shooting/
‘The Art of the Benshi’ is coming to Chicago: A lost page in movie history, rediscovered
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/11/the-art-of-the-benshi-is-coming-to-chicago-a-lost-page-in-movie-history-rediscovered/
Former D.C. officer assaulted on Jan. 6 comes to Ohio to talk Trump, attacks on democracy
dispatch.com/story/news/politics/2024/04/13/jan-6-attack-us-capitol-dc-police-officer-michael-fanone/73302265007/
Trump thought valet was on routine jog when he was in secret meeting with FBI: docs
nypost.com/2024/04/12/us-news/trump-thought-valet-was-on-jog-when-he-was-in-fbi-interview-documents/
Laura Washington: Expo Chicago comes but once a year. A call to art lovers to make the pilgrimage.
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/08/laura-washington-art-fair-expo-chicago/
Three surprising rules for sold-out tacos at Quesabirria Jalisco in Pilsen: A halal Pilsen taco shop has developed a loyal customer base of birria lovers ...
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/09/quesabirria-jalisco-chicago-pilsen-halal-tacos/
First case of measles detected in DuPage County since 2009, health officials say: The DuPage County Health Department announced Saturday that a resident tested ...
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/13/first-case-of-measles-detected-in-dupage-county-since-2009-health-officials-say/
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