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The Tribune's Quotes of the Week for June 20

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Route 66: Photos from the 'Main Street of America'

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New York Knicks revel in their NBA victory parade as joyous fans and celebrities fill the streets

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Crime and Public Safety

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Despite 8 patient deaths and a $56M jury verdict, state allows Chicago plastic surgeon to keep operating

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New safeguards approved for Illinois hospitals' adult guardianship cases

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'We are one': Gary hosts Juneteenth celebration at Roosevelt Park

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Today in Chicago History: Michael Jordan selected by the Bulls with 3rd pick in the 1984 NBA Draft

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Today in History: Former Chicago organized crime boss Sam Giancana killed

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Billy Miller is dominant in return to state championship game, leading Kouts to first title in any sport

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Elgin News Digest: Woofstock fundraiser to help animal rescue; 4 concerts rescheduled by this week's storms

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