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St. Patrick's Day in Chicago: green river and downtown parade

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Crew of fatal US military crash included recently deployed father

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Illinois Democrats spend $190,000 to defend state Sen. Sara Feigenholtz from progressive challenger

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The Oscars are Sunday. Here are the nominees for best picture — and where you can see them

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History made. NC football commit Stephen Brown gets Marist past Benet for Class 4A boys basketball state title.

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Today in History: Convicted former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich enters prison

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Asking Eric: Write what you know

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Chicago Blackhawks shut out for 5th time this season with 4-0 loss to Vegas Golden Knights

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Venezuela ousts Shohei Ohtani and defending champion Japan to advance to WBC semifinals against unbeaten Italy

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Chicago Fire loses to DC United 2-1 on penalty kick in stoppage time to fall to 1-2-1

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No. 1 Duke holds on to beat Virginia 74-70 for 2nd straight ACC Tournament title under Jon Scheyer

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No. 13 St. John's routs of No. 6 UConn 72-52 for 2nd straight Big East Tournament Crown

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Editorial: Whatever his reasons, it's good Gov. JB Pritzker isn't joining other blue states on the tax-the-rich bandwagon

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Grab the scissors. Our 'bedsheet ballot' is here.

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The Tribune's Quotes of the Week quiz for March 14

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David McGrath: Celebrating St. Patrick's Day is about so much more than Irish pride

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State Department slashes fee to renounce US citizenship by 80% to $450

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'Broadview Six' attorneys seek White House communications to explore potential Trump administration influence on charges

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Feds drop charges against 2 of the 'Broadview Six' immigration protesters

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Coalition wants special prosecutor named to review agents' conduct during Operation Midway Blitz

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The countdown is on for the 98th Oscars, with Conan O'Brien back as host and a 'moving' in memoriam

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Actress Lily Collins 'still speechless' after stolen engagement ring found by Chicago's Joe the Jeweler

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Like the river, Natya Dance Theatre flows through and beyond 50 years

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Muslim-run food pantry in Glendale Heights helps neighbors but faces halal meat shortage during Ramadan

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Ben Brown, armed with a new sinker and fresh mentality, ready for any role with the Chicago Cubs

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Colson Montgomery staying 'in the moment' but eagerly awaiting his 1st opening day with Chicago White Sox

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Column: A healthy Braxton Jones or Jedrick Wills Jr. should put Chicago Bears in better spot at left tackle

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New Chicago Bears addition Coby Bryant 'just scratching the surface' as an NFL safety

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Preorder Our New Bears Book

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Photos: Chicago Fire break ground on $750M stadium at The 78 in the South Loop

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Photos: Mourners attend the public visitation for the Rev. Jesse Jackson

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Photos: South Carolina honors the Rev. Jesse Jackson

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Photos: The legacy of the Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr.

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2026 Winter Olympics: Meet the 33 medalists from the United States

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A seat at the table, but no vote yet for a Democratic lawmaker in the Kennedy Center board showdown

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How the Iran war and surging oil prices are affecting consumers at the gas pump and beyond

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Chicago Public Schools forges ahead with plan to support Black students

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Cook County Board seats in play, with new faces guaranteed among 17 commissioners

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Jet fuel prices are rising. That could make summer flights more expensive.

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What to know about the Strait of Hormuz, a key passageway essential for the global energy supply

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Live Nation, Ticketmaster trial to resume after 7 states join a Justice Department settlement

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What to know about the Jones Act as President Trump considers a waiver during the Iran war

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Young teacher candidates quiz recruiters at IUN job fair

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Naperville D203 to cut 38 teachers in effort to close budget gap

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CPS leaders to ask school board to revoke ASPIRA network's charter

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3 finalists announced to lead Chicago Public Schools, including interim chief Macquline King

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Crime and Public Safety

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Morgan Park woman, 84, died in violent assault: autopsy

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What to know about attacks at Old Dominion University and a Michigan synagogue

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Porter County to dispatch 911 calls from Chesterton, Porter starting April 1

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Jury convicts Gary teen on lawn crew in woman's shooting death

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Corps permit is last obstacle for State Line Bridge removal

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Sandhill cranes becoming Indiana Dunes National Park visitors at Great Marsh

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Illinois EPA rejects coal ash cleanup plan in Joliet, a 'heartening' win for environmentalists

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Grubs back in Lincoln Square neighborhood parks, upending spring sports season

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Restaurants, Food and Drink

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St. Patrick's Day 2026: Restaurants and bars with Chicago River views, unlimited food and drinks, and more

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Meet Your Maker: A restaurant guide to who's behind masterpiece corned beef sandwiches around Chicago

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First round of Neighborhood Capital Fund gives almost $8M to projects in underinvested communities

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Celebrity chef René Redzepi resigns from iconic Danish restaurant Noma after abuse allegations

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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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At one time, Illinois was a top oil producer. Today, that legacy is a $160M problem.

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Tribune investigation into hospitals' use of guardianship system inspires new bill

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Today in Chicago History: Albert Einstein visits Chicago on his 54th birthday

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Ethan MacDermot's one high school season in America ends on Illini's court. Benet is 'proud to have him.'

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A hand injury can't stop Evan Nagler. Wrapping it, he keeps playing, trying to wrap Deerfield career on top.

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NIPSCO overcharged 3,500+ customers for gas service, IURC filing shows

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Judge allows for religious exemption to Indiana's abortion ban

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Everything you should know before buying a smart bird feeder

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