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A student set a goal to run every street in Chicago and inspired a city. Now he must leave the country.

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Trump says Pam Bondi, loyalist who oversaw Justice Department upheaval, out as attorney general

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Chicago Cubs icon Ryne Sandberg's grandson Owen Koehnemann aims to play 'the right way' in Lake Forest debut

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Pete Hegseth asks the Army's top uniformed officer to step down amid Iran war

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NIT Final Four photos: Auburn 88, Illinois State 66

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Faith leaders wash the feet of 14 detainees inside Broadview ICE facility for Holy Thursday

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Immigration agents spotted at domestic violence courthouse, despite state law

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Possible measles exposure at O'Hare, in suburbs, Cook County officials warn

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Court orders oil company to finish cleaning up asphalt spilled in Chicago canal more than a year ago

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Kenilworth mansion sells for $10.5M, making it that suburb's third priciest sale on record

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Final Four notes: Illinois acclimating to massive venue, COVID-19 tournament memories and a Fab Five reunion

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Heidi Stevens: When an empty nest looms in the near distance, even little parenting chores feel like a privilege

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Trump Truth Store temporarily closes on account of low sales amid Iran war

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Catching a connecting American Airlines 'flight' to Rockford or South Bend? You may find yourself on a bus.

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Today in Chicago History: A coyote walks into a Quiznos

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Today in History: Theodore Kaczynski arrested

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Illinois State loses to 'NCAA Tournament-caliber' Auburn in NIT semifinals: 'What we're building is special'

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Illinois was no match for UConn in November. Can a 'different' Illini team fare better in Final Four rematch?

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Coach houses now legal in much of Chicago as Mayor Brandon Johnson touts housing efforts

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'They are frustrated': NIPSCO union workers, supporters rally before likely lockout

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'For a mere barbecue:' Man sentenced to 55 years in prison for slaying of police officer

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Editorial: Whether on the CTA or in a parking garage, Chicago can't afford unsafe commutes

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Editorial: After President Trump's prime-time speech, America has no better understanding of how we'll truly succeed in Iran

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Mailee Smith and Micky Horstman: As Chicagoans sour on the Chicago Teachers Union, politicians are taking notice

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Elizabeth Shackelford: Russia racks up the wins thanks to the United States

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Who is Todd Blanche? A look at the ex-Trump lawyer picked by the president to be the acting attorney general.

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Indiana implements new CDL rule for undocumented immigrants

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Harvey's request for financially distressed relief rejected by Illinois Department of Revenue

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South Side students get some dance instruction from 'The Wiz'

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Court Theatre announces 2026-27 season in Hyde Park, opening with 'Tituba' in Rockefeller Chapel

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McDonald's tries a simpler approach with its new McValue menu

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What to do in Chicago: Concerts by TWICE, Lily Allen and Last Dinner Party

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For twins Tomislav and Zvonimir Ivišić, helping Illinois to Final Four in reunion year an 'incredible' journey

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Column: Already a March Madness legend, UConn's Braylon Mullins turns his focus to Illinois in the Final Four

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Committee divided on advancing Will County solar farm following contentious hearings

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In wake of new Aurora rules, Sugar Grove eyes changes to its regulations on data center developments

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Metra board approves $43 million in settlements over 2020 crash

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Man charged in killing of Loyola student faces new federal gun charge

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Former Hanover Park officer arrested by ICE remains off the job despite government reinstating work authorization

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Following their peers, Valparaiso middle schoolers protest ICE with walkout

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Chicago Public Schools second-in-command departs, as officials call for more Latino leadership

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Triton Troupers teachers, performers reflect on changing nature of circus arts

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Goal reached to expand Imagination Library

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Indiana cuts low-enrolled degree programs, including labor studies

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Crime and Public Safety

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Column: New podcast shines light on Aurora and cold case killing

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Gary father gets 17 years in plea deals, including accidentally killing son

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Man dies after being struck by Metra train in Geneva, police say

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DNR hosts cleanup at Lake County's Gibson Woods preserve

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U.S. Steel, Cleveland-Cliffs receive failing grades in new clean steel report

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DOE extends order to operate NIPSCO Schahfer generating station

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A sprawling solar farm in Will County: Some residents cashing in; others fear being surrounded

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Restaurants, Food and Drink

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Tribune Food Awards: Readers' Choice nominations close soon

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Three Chicago chefs are James Beard nominees, as the awards announce plans to stay in Chicago through 2028

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Restaurant news: Cariño chef to open Molino Los Hermanos, a new tortillería in Uptown

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Wojos restaurant closes after 45 years in Evergreen Park, submarine shop opens in space

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As Indiana extends coal and builds data centers, Illinois may be on the hook for neighbor's AI boom

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Vintage Chicago Tribune: Garden shows, chrysanthemums and 'Urbs in Horto'

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Homewood fire Deputy Chief Steve DeJong retires after 25 years, joining mutual aid group

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North Chicago mom sentenced to 45 years in abuse murder of son: 'That little boy probably never had a moment of joy in your care'

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Court briefs: Jury finds man not guilty of child molestation

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Evanston pastor removed from managing church's finances after 'serious concerns'

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