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Today in Chicago History: Old Chicago — 1st indoor amusement park/mall in the US — opens in Bolingbrook
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Today in Chicago History: Hale Irwin makes putt for birdie in sudden death to win US Open at Medinah
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Review: ‘Iraq, But Funny’ at Lookingglass Theatre is a stunning debut in need of an edit
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Chicago-based Kraft Heinz pulling artificial dyes from its US products in 2027: Chicago’s Kraft Heinz will be pulling artificial dyes from its U.S ...
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Kraft Heinz to Eliminate Artificial Colors by 2027Kraft Heinz will remove synthetic dyes from 10% of its U.S. products and halt new dye-containing items immediately.
- Kraft Heinz announced plans to remove artificial dyes from its U.S. products by the end of 2027.
- The company will cease production of new products containing synthetic dyes effective immediately.
- Currently, about 10% of its portfolio, mainly beverages and desserts, includes artificial colors.
- This action aligns with U.S. health agencies' efforts to replace synthetic dyes with natural alternatives.
The vast majority of our products use natural or no colors, and we've been on a journey to reduce our use of FD&C (Food, Drug & Cosmetic) colors across the remainder of our portfolio.— Pedro Navio, North America president at Kraft Heinz in the company's statement.
After reports that Chicago is ‘next’ in Trump’s militarized crackdown, mayor warns president to respect Constitution
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Arkansas' Gage Wood throws first no-hitter at College World Series since 1960: Arkansas’ Gage Wood etched his name into the College World Series history books on ...
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Gage Wood’s Record No-Hitter Dominates College World SeriesWood struck out 19 batters, setting a CWS record and leading Arkansas to a 3-0 win on June 16, 2025.
- Gage Wood pitched the third no-hitter in the 75-year history of the College World Series and the first in Omaha since 1960.
- The junior right-hander set a tournament record with 19 strikeouts while allowing only one baserunner.
- Arkansas defeated Murray State 3-0, improving offensively after a previous low-scoring game.
- This victory advances Arkansas to an elimination game against the loser of UCLA and LSU.
Pope Leo breaks from papal dress codes — with a White Sox baseball cap: Pope Leo XIV, a Chicago native and the first American pope, wore a White Sox baseball cap ...
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Pope Leo XIV Adopts Sporty Papal StyleThe first American pope wore a White Sox cap during his weekly audience, blending casual sportswear with traditional papal robes.
- Pope Leo XIV, a Chicago native, broke papal dress conventions by wearing a White Sox baseball cap at the Vatican.
- He greeted newlywed couples during the Wednesday audience, combining casual sportswear with his white cassocks.
- His brother confirmed his allegiance to the White Sox, and footage shows his attendance at their 2005 World Series victory.
- The pope’s relaxed style may signal a shift in papal fashion, highlighted by a new mural in Rome.
Pope Leo, from Chicago, makes his first US pitch at White Sox Park: Pope Leo, a native of Chicago's south side and a long-time fan of his beloved but beleaguered ...
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Illinois Democrats, immigration advocates denied entry into ICE processing center in visit Wednesday
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Trump says must expand efforts to deport people illegally in US: President Donald Trump on Sunday said efforts to deport people who are illegally in the United ...
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Chicago's 'No Kings' protest expected to draw big crowds: "No Kings" organizers scheduled the protests in direct response to President Donald Trump ...
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President Donald Trump directs ICE to expand deportations in Democratic-run cities, including Chicago
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Trump Orders Mass Deportations in Key Democratic CitiesDaily ICE arrests target 3,000 individuals in cities like Chicago amid protests and industry concerns through 2025.
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- President Trump instructed ICE to focus deportation efforts on Democratic-run major cities including Los Angeles, Chicago, and New York.
- Arrest targets have increased from 650 to at least 3,000 per day to establish the largest mass deportation program in history.
- Enforcement pauses were implemented in agriculture, restaurant, and hotel sectors due to concerns about workforce impacts.
- Nationwide protests against immigration policies resulted in police using tear gas despite mostly peaceful demonstrations.
If we didn’t have the National Guard on call and ready, they would rip Los Angeles apart.— President Donald Trump commented on the protests in Los Angeles and the role of the National Guard as he was departing for the G7 summit.
Pope Leo XIV delivers message of hope on video played at Chicago's Rate Field celebration
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Pope Leo’s First Address in ChicagoOver 30,000 attendees gathered at Rate Field in June 2025 to hear Pope Leo’s message to youth via video.
- Pope Leo XIV, a native of Chicago, was elected Catholic Church leader in May, sparking excitement in his hometown.
- A celebration including music, prayer, and the pope’s recorded message took place at the White Sox’s Rate Field on Saturday.
- The nearly eight-minute video focused on young people’s struggles with isolation, anxiety, and loneliness during the pandemic.
- Tickets for the event sold out rapidly, with some reselling for more than $1,200 on secondary markets.
I’d like to take this opportunity to invite each one of you to look into your own hearts, to recognize that God is present, and that perhaps in many different ways, God is reaching out to you.— Pope Leo XIV addressing young people gathered in Chicago and watching online during his first public address.
Mayor Brandon Johnson to veto measure giving police power to set temporary teen curfews
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Trump sending ICE tactical teams to Chicago, city officials confirm: City officials confirmed reports that President Trump is sending ICE tactical teams to ...
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Evanston ‘will not be silenced,’ holds No Kings rally to protest Trump policies: Evanston joined cities across the nation in holding a “No Kings” rally June 14 ...
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Trump orders expansion of raids against migrants - in the Democrats' “center of power”
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Shopify Set to Surpass $150B Market Value by 2025Shopify aims to exceed a $150B market cap by late 2025, driven by expanding global reach and sustained 20%+ annual growth through FY27.
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- Shopify holds an $124 price target, indicating an 18% upside fueled by strong GMV increases and growing adoption of Shopify Payments.
- Key growth areas include international markets, offline sales, and enterprise/B2B segments within an $849 billion total addressable market.
- Despite economic and tariff challenges, Shopify’s diverse merchant base and ongoing innovation support consistent annual growth exceeding 20% through FY27.
- Improved operating leverage combined with global expansion is expected to push Shopify's market capitalization beyond $150 billion by the end of 2025.
R. Kelly's attorneys say he was hospitalized after collapsing in prison: R. Kelly's attorneys say the R&B singer collapsed in prison and was hospitalized ...
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R. Kelly Hospitalized After Prison Overdose IncidentThe 58-year-old musician was hospitalized on June 13 after losing consciousness and spent two days under medical observation.
- R. Kelly, serving 30 years for sex trafficking and racketeering, was hospitalized following a near-fatal overdose in prison.
- He was placed in isolation on June 10 and given anxiety medication before losing consciousness three days later.
- His lawyer alleges prison staff intentionally administered a potentially lethal dose of medication.
- An emergency motion for early release has been filed amid additional claims that officials solicited an inmate to kill him.
We believe that President Trump is the only person with the courage to help us.— Beau Brindley, R Kelly's lawyer, regarding discussions about a pardon from President Trump.
OpinionLaura Washington: An iconic LGBTQ+ bar at Chicago’s O’Hare Airport? Fabulous.: If Sidetrack's owners can get a location at O’Hare airport, it would be the first ...
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What happened at ‘No Kings’ protests from Chicago to Naperville to Orland Park: Here’s how the “No Kings” protest unfolded in Chicago — and across several ...
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James Beard 2025: Here are Chicago's winners
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Donald Trump is the first president in 116 years to not be invited to the NAACP convention
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NAACP Breaks 116-Year Tradition Excluding TrumpTrump is the first president in over a century not invited to NAACP's July convention due to his actions against civil rights.
- The NAACP announced it will not invite President Trump to its annual convention for the first time in 116 years.
- NAACP CEO Derrick Johnson accused Trump of undermining democracy and civil rights through unconstitutional executive orders.
- The organization has filed lawsuits challenging the Trump administration’s cuts to diversity and inclusion funding.
- Trump’s policies reversing equity initiatives and restoring controversial military base names conflict with NAACP’s mission.
Donald Trump is attacking our democracy and our civil rights.— Derrick Johnson, president of the N.A.A.C.P., regarding the decision to not invite Trump to the national convention.
ICE field director defends agents after ramped-up enforcement, arrests of US citizens at Chicago immigration court protest
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House that Leo built: Pope delivers message of hope at White Sox park: Thousands went to the first American pope’s old haunt on the South Side to hear a message ...
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Pope Leo XIV Inspires Hope at Chicago EventAbout 30,000 attendees gathered at Rate Field for a hopeful message emphasizing youth and community bonds.
- Pope Leo XIV delivered an eight-minute video message of hope during a celebration at Chicago’s Rate Field.
- He encouraged attendees to be a “light of hope,” foster community, and improve the world.
- The event attracted roughly 30,000 participants and concluded with a Mass led by Cardinal Blase Cupich.
- A ceremonial first pitch invitation from the Chicago White Sox was extended to the pope, a lifelong fan.
When I see each and every one of you, when I see how people gather together to celebrate their faith, I discover myself how much hope there is in the world in this jubilee year of hope.— Pope Leo XIV during a video message at the celebration at Rate Field.
"No Kings" protest in Chicago Saturday: What to know about the anti-Trump rally: Thousands are expected to attend the "No Kings" protest in Chicago Saturday ...
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Ex-Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan sentenced to 90 months in prison: Former House Speaker Michael J. Madigan was sentenced Friday to 7 1/2 years in prison ...
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New Details Emerge About the Final Days of Food Network Star Who Died Suddenly at 55
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Sudden Passing of Celebrity Chef Anne BurrellAnne Burrell was found deceased in her Brooklyn home early June 17 after performing an improv show the night before.
- Anne Burrell’s husband found her unresponsive and cold in their bathroom after a six to seven hour interval on June 17.
- Emergency responders pronounced the 55-year-old Food Network personality dead at the scene despite CPR attempts.
- Burrell had appeared in good spirits during an improv comedy show in Brooklyn just hours before her death.
- The official cause of death remains pending an autopsy by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
Anne was a remarkable person and culinary talent – teaching, competing and always sharing the importance of food in her life and the joy that a delicious meal can bring.— A representative for the Food Network in a statement shortly after the news of Burrell’s passing.
Why the Red Sox traded Rafael Devers to the Giants out of nowhere: The San Francisco Giants are acquiring Rafael Devers in a blockbuster trade that will send ...
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Tesla Stock plummets as Austin Factory Shuts Down Cybertruck Line: Tesla Falls Again: Austin Plant temporary Shutdown Fuels Wall Street Doubts
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Angel Reese records first triple-double of career as Chicago tops Connecticut: Reese finished Sky's victory with 11 points, 13 rebounds and a career-high 11 ...
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In White Sox stadium broadcast, Pope Leo XIV sends message of hope to Chicago and the US
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Musk's xAI in talks for $4.3 billion equity funding, Bloomberg News reports
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xAI Moves Forward With $5 Billion Debt RaiseThe $5B debt deal led by Morgan Stanley faces modest demand with yields reaching 12%, closing in June 2025.
- xAI is set to complete a $5 billion debt issuance led by Morgan Stanley involving multiple loan types.
- The offering includes floating-rate and fixed-rate loans as well as secured bonds yielding up to 12%.
- Investor orders totaled about 1.5 times the debt available, below the typical 2.5 to 3 times oversubscription.
- Lack of credit rating increases borrowing costs and adds risk for investors assessing xAI’s financial outlook.
Donald Trump Claims ‘Flop’ Military Parade Was a ‘Tremendous Success’: The president deemed the audience “fantastic” despite questions over crowd size.
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Trump Praises Military Parade Amid Massive ProtestsThe 250th Army birthday parade included 6,000 troops and 84 vehicles, coinciding with millions protesting nationwide on June 14, 2025.
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- President Trump called the 250th anniversary parade of the U.S. Army a tremendous success despite lower-than-claimed attendance.
- The event started 30 minutes early to avoid predicted heavy rain, which ultimately did not occur.
- Approximately 6,000 soldiers and 84 military vehicles participated, along with over 50 aircraft in the celebration.
- On the same day, over 2,000 protests across the country drew an estimated 4 to 6 million people opposing Trump’s policies.
Last night was a tremendous success with a fantastic audience.— Donald Trump, reflecting on the military parade during remarks to reporters.
What does Juneteenth mean to you? We want to hear your story: NPR wants to know how you feel about celebrating Juneteenth at this moment in history
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Juneteenth's Evolving Significance in AmericaJuneteenth became a national holiday in 2021, symbolizing diversity efforts despite rollbacks under recent political leadership.
- Juneteenth was established as a national holiday in 2021 with minimal opposition in Congress.
- Also called Jubilee Day or Emancipation Day, the holiday gained prominence alongside the Black Lives Matter movement.
- Several diversity and inclusion initiatives linked to Juneteenth were reversed during President Trump's administration.
- NPR is collecting personal stories to explore the holiday's meaning in today's historical moment.
What's open on Juneteenth? Here's what is closed for the holiday in Iowa.: Juneteenth is a federal holiday, resulting in some Iowa businesses ...
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Chicagoans continue protest against Trump and ICE Thursday as demonstrators rally across the US
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Caitlin Clark Made Cool Career History in First Game Back From Injury: No. 22 is back.
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Mapped: the 40 cities where anti-ICE protests have taken place across the US: 23 states, 40 cities, hundreds of arrests and thousands of military troops deployed ...
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Today in Chicago History: In a scene out of 'Casino,' the Spilotro brothers are buried alive in an Indiana cornfield
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A year after encampments swept Chicago-area universities, 3 pro-Palestinian protesters speak out
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UK Spy Agency MI6 Appoints First Female Chief in 116-Year History: A former “Q,” she will be the first woman to lead Britain’s foreign intelligence service in ...
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First Woman to Lead MI6 NamedBlaise Metreweli will become MI6’s 18th chief this autumn, bringing expertise in technology and frontline intelligence operations.
- Blaise Metreweli is set to replace Sir Richard Moore as the first female head of MI6 this autumn.
- Currently serving as ‘Q’, she oversees technology and innovation within the agency and has significant operational experience in the Middle East and Europe.
- Her entire career has been in intelligence, including a prior role as a director at MI5.
- This appointment comes amid escalating threats such as spy ships and cyberattacks, highlighting MI6’s key role in national security.
I am proud and honoured to be asked to lead my service.— Blaise Metreweli, in a statement regarding her appointment as head of MI6.
As immigration raids continue, ICE protests spread coast to coast: As immigration raids continued across the country, a curfew went into effect Tuesday night in ...
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Deadliest Air India crashes: History of tragedy, loss of more than 750 lives: Crash of Air India Flight 171 is now the deadliest crash in Air India's ...
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Black Box Key to Air India Crash InvestigationThe mostly intact flight recorder will be analyzed in India as no explosives were found and wreckage recovery continues under tight security.
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- The nearly undamaged black box from Air India flight 171 allows data extraction to likely occur domestically.
- Advanced scans and canine units detected no explosive traces at the crash site during thorough security sweeps.
- Efforts persist to retrieve the aircraft’s tail section, housing the second black box, for comprehensive analysis.
- All debris is preserved onsite until investigators decide on relocating the wreckage to a controlled facility.
The NSG teams did not find any trace of explosives or IEDs across any debris of the Air India plane.— A police officer who requested anonymity commented on the findings of the security sweep.
House divided: Who will get Pope Leo’s childhood home outside Chicago?: There’s a growing schism in the first American pope’s hometown. At stake is his childhood ...
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Ten years of Charleston: How museums are resisting Trump's policies: He posed in front of slave barracks, weeks later he shot nine black people ...
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Laura Washington: Crime is down in Chicago, but there may be trouble ahead: Crime is down in Chicago, but a police officer’s death and President Donald Trump’s ...
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Ald. Jim Gardiner cleared of ethics charge, $20K fine; ethics board chair stepping down
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Street closings will begin this week for Chicago’s NASCAR street race. Here’s what to know.
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Air India chairman says flight that crashed had clean engine history: Flight 171’s right engine was new and installed in March 2025, and the left engine was ...
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Hot Chicago condiments to buy over and over again: Sauces that are regulars in our food reporter’s fridge
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OpinionMichael Peregrine: A look back at the Blackhawks’ streak when Chicago was a true championship city
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Mr. Beef, Jake Melnick’s, Lexington Betty to serve NASCAR Chicago Street Race fans
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Netanyahu calls on Iranians to unite against ‘evil and oppressive regime’: JERUSALEM: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called on Iranians Friday to ...
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Chicago city clerk suspending online portal for municipal ID program used by immigrants
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Protests grow across the U.S. as people push against Trump's mass deportation policies
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Widespread U.S. Protests Challenge Deportation PlansThousands rallied nationwide opposing Trump's daily target of 3,000 migrant arrests amid widespread immigration raids.
- Mass demonstrations occurred in cities including New York, Chicago, and Seattle against Trump’s immigration enforcement tactics.
- The administration aims to detain 3,000 migrants daily, conducting raids from neighborhoods to workplaces across the country.
- Protesters shared personal stories of family separations and highlighted the fear preventing many from joining public rallies.
- While protests in Los Angeles involved clashes, those in New York remained largely peaceful despite several arrests.
It hurts me to see families being separated, because I lived that.— Paula Lopez, who came to the protest with her sister.
How these Chicago nuns use sports to spread their message of service: ‘When we band together, we’re powerful’
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Editorial: As protests heat up in Chicago, a plea to keep the demonstrations peaceful
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US court blocks CFPB move to scrap racial discrimination settlement: A federal judge in Chicago on Thursday refused to allow the U.S. Consumer Financial ...
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OpinionPaul Vallas: We must not allow a repeat of 2020 George Floyd protests in Chicago: Chicago cannot afford a repeat of the riots of 2020. Officials must act now to ...
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Trump to flood big cities like LA and NYC with ICE agents in 'single largest Mass Deportation Program' in history
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Trump Intensifies Immigration Raids in Democratic CitiesICE operations target millions of immigrants in key cities, while funding is threatened for those allowing anti-ICE protests.
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- At the G7 Summit, Trump reiterated directives to focus deportation efforts on Democratic-run cities like New York and Los Angeles.
- Federal funding is threatened for cities permitting anti-ICE demonstrations, as stated by the Transportation Secretary.
- The crackdown targets sanctuary cities despite immigrants’ significant economic contributions, including billions in tax revenue.
- The ambitious goal to deport one million immigrants in the first year faces challenges amid implementation difficulties.
Immigrants are not a threat to our communities; they are the backbone of them.— Nan Wu, the council’s director of research, highlighting the importance of immigrants in the U.S. economy.
Cardinal at Pope Leo's Chicago Event Calls Out US Immigration Policy: "Humanity is greatly diminished whenever the unborn, or the undocumented, the unemployed ...
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The history of Netanyahu’s rhetoric on Iran’s nuclear ambitions: Israel’s Benjamin Netanyahu has warned of an imminent threat from an Iranian nuclear bomb for ...
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Feds call R. Kelly’s claim of prison assassination plot ‘repugnant,’ say judge has no jurisdiction
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Ford struggles with supply of rare earth magnets, Farley tells Bloomberg News: Ford is struggling with supplies of rare earth magnets, the carmaker's CEO Jim ...
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Alex Polikoff, Who Won a Marathon Housing Segregation Case, Dies at 98: He notched a victory in a Supreme Court decision against the City of Chicago in 1976 ...
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Stock trading surge helps Wall Street navigate dealmaking trough: Volatility is keeping market-making desks active at a time when mergers and issuance have ...
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Chicago’s public pools to open daily this summer for first time since COVID-19 pandemic
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The assassination of a Chicago mob kingpin 50 years ago remains unsolved: Fifty years ago, a Tribune reporter got an overnight tip that led to a scoop of one of ...
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“The Beginning of Fascism”: Rep. Delia Ramirez Says Trump’s Immigrant Crackdown Is Crushing Democracy
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These companies have a track record of stock buybacks and are winners amid volatility, says Wolfe Research
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Restaurant news: Wolf & Company, with first patio on The 606, among openings and closings around Chicago
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Iran's Exiled Crown Prince Predicts Regime Collapse, Reclaiming of Nation: Reza Pahlavi, the eldest son of the last Shah of Iran, said "we will pass through this ...
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Where is Samidoh? Police order arrest for deserting post: Samidoh's whereabouts are unknown.
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Chicago police misconduct costs could grow, with another $24M in proposed settlements
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