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DNC in Chicago will lose some luster as Democrats plan to virtually nominate President Joe Biden before convention
The party's move is being made to comply with ballot access laws in Ohio and to ensure Biden's name appears on ballots in the crucial swing state.
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Editorial: Israel’s short-term goal must be to bring home its hostages, not the ‘complete annihilation of Hamas’
European support for the State of Israel further collapsed over the weekend. In a coordinated...
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Chicago Bears offensive coordinator Shane Waldron buys $1.85M Green Oaks home
The Bears hired Waldron in January to replace the recently fired Luke Getsy.
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Former ‘General Hospital’ actor Johnny Wactor killed in downtown Los Angeles shooting
Former “General Hospital” actor Johnny Wactor was shot and killed when he interrupted thieves stealing the catalytic converter from his car in Los Angeles, his family said Sunday.
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Rookie Ben Brown dazzles with 7 no-hit innings as Chicago Cubs outlast Milwaukee Brewers 6-3 in the 10th
For seven innings Tuesday, Ben Brown was unhittable. The only baserunners the Chicago Cubs rookie allowed came on two walks in the fifth.
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In early morning vote, Illinois House approves $53.1 billion state budget bolstered by $750 million in tax hikes
SPRINGFIELD — Illinois House Democrats early Wednesday approved a $53.1 billion election-year budget that boosts...
Crime and Public Safety
‘Say Their Names’ project memorializes Black Americans killed by law enforcement: ‘We’re tired of living it’
A different kind of memorial project got underway ahead of the Memorial Day holiday, this...
Education
St. George School in Tinley Park has ducks in a row for student motivation
St. George School in Tinley Park hosted its first Duck Races event two years ago,...
Immigration
Illinois fails to protect immigrant victims of crime, report finds
Illinois is failing to protect immigrant victims of crime or trafficking, according to a new...
Investigations
Tribune’s ‘Stalled Justice’ series on Cook County court delays wins national award for journalistic fairness
"Stalled Justice," a Tribune series exposing dysfunction in the Cook County courts, has won the...
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Lincoln-Way Central alum hits the bull-riding circuit, ranks 51st in world standings
At 21 years old, Jake Morinec, a Lincoln-Way Central graduate, has competed in professional bull...
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Today in Sports History: Larry Bird beats out Magic Johnson for NBA rookie of year
In 1980, Larry Bird beats out Magic Johnson for NBA rookie of year.
History
Cruise to northern France commemorates 80th anniversary of D-Day invasion
The Seine river cruise travels from Paris to the heart of Normandy, where the cultural...
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Stop being terrified of sommeliers: Tips for talking to wine professionals and uncorking better wine experiences
Whether wine is something you consider nightly or just on special occasions, sommeliers and retail...
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Ask Amy: Do you think he cheated?
Dear Amy: I learned that my boyfriend might have cheated on me.
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What is a refractor telescope?
Refractor telescopes excel at viewing objects within our own solar system, such as the moon,...