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Amid tension over ‘sanctuary city’ status, a rock is thrown through Cicero politician’s front window
Esteban Rodriguez and his wife were startled awake with a sound he likened to an “explosion.”
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Editorial: City Council should reject proposed $1.25M settlement in Dexter Reed police shooting
If Chicago isn't going to defend itself in court when police officers shoot back at...
Immigration
More active duty troops will head to US-Mexico border, bringing the total to 3,600
The Pentagon will deploy roughly 1,500 more active duty soldiers to the southern border to support President Donald Trump’s expanding crackdown on immigration, a U.S. official said Friday.
Entertainment
A new directive for NEA’s federal arts funding: The spirit of ’76
The National Endowment for the Arts has been directed to end grant program for "underserved communities" in favor of celebrating the upcoming U.S. semiquincentennial.
Sports
Column: Chicago Bulls remain in their comfort zone of mediocrity after another underwhelming trade deadline
Outside of finally moving Zach LaVine, the Chicago Bulls front office didn't accomplish any of its other goals for this trade window.
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![Virginia McCaskey, principal owner of the Chicago Bears and the only daughter of team founder George Halas, died Thursday, the team announced. She was 102.]( "Virginia McCaskey, principal owner of the Chicago Bears and the only daughter of team founder George Halas, died Thursday, the team announced. She was 102.")
Photos: Bears owner Virginia McCaskey dies at age 102
Virginia McCaskey, principal owner of the Chicago Bears and the only daughter of team founder George Halas, died Thursday, the team announced. She was 102. -
![People rally in Chicago's Federal Plaza on Wednesday to stop the Trump administration's funding freeze, heralded by brazen actions from billionaire Elon Musk. Demonstrators gathered in cities across the country, the result of a grassroots movement organized on social media platforms.]( "People rally in Chicago's Federal Plaza on Wednesday to stop the Trump administration's funding freeze, heralded by brazen actions from billionaire Elon Musk. Demonstrators gathered in cities across the country, the result of a grassroots movement organized on social media platforms.")
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![Here’s a few celebrity looks and fashion moments from the red carpet.]( "Here’s a few celebrity looks and fashion moments from the red carpet.")
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![Photos: Celebrating Lunar New Year, the Year of the Snake]( "Photos: Celebrating Lunar New Year, the Year of the Snake")
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![People plunge into freezing Lake Michigan during Chicago Polar Bear Club 24th annual Polar Plunge event at Oak Street Beach on Jan. 25, 2025.]( "People plunge into freezing Lake Michigan during Chicago Polar Bear Club 24th annual Polar Plunge event at Oak Street Beach on Jan. 25, 2025.")
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![Photos from Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson's introductory news conference at Halas Hall on Jan. 22, 2025.]( "Photos from Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson's introductory news conference at Halas Hall on Jan. 22, 2025.")
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![Donald Trump takes office for his second term as the 47th president of the United States.]( "Donald Trump takes office for his second term as the 47th president of the United States.")
Politics
Donald Trump orders freeze of aid to South Africa citing country’s land expropriation law
President Donald Trump signed an executive order Friday formalizing his announcement earlier this week that...
Business
Former Chicago Bears player Nate Davis sells Highland Park home for $3.7M
Davis paid $2.3 million in May 2023 for the brick house, which was built in...
Education
Braun’s tax plan takes millions from schools
The growing public school districts of Crown Point and Lake Central stand to lose the...
Environment
Pollinator gardens a new strategy for Porter; gardens help bees, birds thrive
The town of Porter hopes to build on the advantage of its proximity to the...
Investigations
‘Troubled’ Housing Authority of Cook County spent more than $60,000 at Six Flags
Hundreds of Housing Authority of Cook County employees and their families went to Six Flags...
Restaurants, Food and Drink
Super Bowl 2025: 41 restaurant and bar specials across Chicagoland
Bars and restaurants around Chicago are welcoming fans for watch parties with bottomless beer and...
Crime and Public Safety
Hazel Crest homicide ruled self defense, no charges filed, police say
A person taken into custody following a shooting death Feb. 2 in Hazel Crest was...
Local News
Gary mayor, USW leader respond to Trump remarks on Nippon, U.S. Steel deal
Trump announced Friday that Nippon Steel was dropping its $14.1 billion acquisition of the American...
History
Today in Chicago History: ‘The circus begins.’ Michael Jordan signs a baseball contract with the White Sox.
Here's a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on Feb. 7, according...
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The best quesadilla makers for quick and tasty meals
Using a quesadilla maker prevents filling such as cheese, beef and tomato from oozing out.