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Artemis II's record-breaking journey around the moon ends with a dramatic splashdown in the Pacific Ocean

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Photos: Artemis II moon mission

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Archdiocese accuses CPS of ending disability support funding in Catholic schools

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Will County Board to revisit rejected solar farm proposals following court order

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Chicago Cubs waste Shota Imanaga's gem — 9 K's in 6 no-hit innings — in 2-0 loss to Pittsburgh Pirates

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Review: You're an invited guest at the warm 'Mrs. Krishnan's Party' at Chicago Shakespeare

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Today in History: Civil Rights Act signed into law

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Asking Eric: I want a relationship but not a sexual one

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On NBA's final regular-season Friday, 168 players rest and lots of playoff seeds locked up on 15-game night

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Chicago Blackhawks fete their inaugural Hall of Fame class of Duncan Keith, Steve Larmer and Troy Murray

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Chicago Bulls pull back ahead of Milwaukee Bucks in draft-lottery standings with 8th loss in 10 games

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Photos: Orlando Magic 127, Chicago Bulls 103

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Chicago White Sox shut out for 2nd time this season, managing only 2 hits in 2-0 loss to Kansas City Royals

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Editorial: Why must City Council kill mayoral opposition to a tipped minimum wage? Our restaurant owners can explain.

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Sue Grapenthien Fullman: LaFollette Park was at the center of my universe as a kid

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Juan Ochoa: Don't let Indiana steal the Bears and our meal ticket

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Sheldon H. Jacobson: Privatizing security at our nation's airports is useful and necessary

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Chicago man threatens to decapitate Barron Trump

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What to know about Melania Trump's statement denying knowledge of Jeffrey Epstein's crimes

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Michigan couple at center of Bahamas disappearance chronicled sailing adventures on social media

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Donald Trump's Washington arch plan includes golden winged figure, eagles, lions and 'One Nation Under God'

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Coachella set times revealed: Here's how to stream Couchella from home

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Chicago Sign Museum wants the city's hand-made signs saved before they're gone

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Review: In devastating new Broadway 'Death of a Salesman,' decades of work show in Nathan Lane's face

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Lyric Opera 2026-27 season has 7 operas, longer runs and the return of the summer musical

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Who will the Chicago Bears select with the No. 25 pick? Brad Biggs' NFL mock draft 2.0.

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Robert MacIntyre has awkward Masters exit after middle-finger moment, missed cut and no interviews

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Rory McIlroy pulls away with birdie binge and sets Masters record with 6-shot lead at halfway mark

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'Got the best possible news': Chicago White Sox LF Austin Hays begins recovery process from hamstring strain

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Preorder Our New Bears Book

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Photos: Michigan beats UConn 69-63 to win national championship

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Photos: Clergy visits Broadview ICE facility

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Final Four photos: UConn 71, Illinois 62

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Photos: Annual Good Friday Via Crucis procession

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Photos: Illinois basketball practice at Lucas Oil Stadium ahead of Final Four matchup

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Photos: White Sox's home opener at Rate Field

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Cook County jury awards total of $70 million in damages in cases against Abbott over infant formula

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The faith-based tech boom is here, from 'BuddhaBot' to $1.99 chats with AI Jesus

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Village Door consignment shop in downtown Homewood to close after three decades

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Coachella looks like fun and glamour for influencers. Behind the scenes, they fiercely strategize.

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No passport. No flights. No easy way home for Venezuelans who want to leave Chicago.

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Wisconsin sheriff sues Skokie woman and Cook County politician who claimed she was detained by ICE

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Wisconsin officials to address claims from Skokie woman that she was detained by ICE for 48 hours

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Naperville cites concerns over banning ICE from property after immigrant advocates' request

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Lake County Council eyeing John Deere development fee for Lowell

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Valparaiso University students have a hand in satellite payload

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Will CPS cancel school for CTU 'Day of Action' May 1? CEO said no, but decision in limbo.

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For second time, President Donald Trump seeks to eliminate federal funding for tribal colleges and universities

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Crime and Public Safety

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Man guilty in ex-girlfriend's death, wounding boyfriend near Menards parking lot

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Police investigating camera found in bathroom of Village Discount Outlet

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Judge detains Roseland man accused of killing mother, 88

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Illinois lawmakers want to tighten police anti-quota law for stops and arrests. But they face another fight.

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Trump administration guts rules targeting toxic coal plant ash

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Buddy, the biggest alligator at Orlando's Gatorland, has died: 'He was definitely a gentle giant'

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World's oldest octopus fossil found 50 miles southwest of Chicago isn't an octopus after all, scientists say

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States are struggling to meet their clean energy goals. Data centers are to blame.

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Restaurants, Food and Drink

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Readers' Choice Food Awards: It's time to vote

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This spring's best cooking classes around Chicago and the suburbs

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Restaurants embrace the return of communal tables as diners look for deeper connections when eating out

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Starbucks unveils new 'uplifted' store designs in Chicago with more couches, cozier coffeehouse vibes

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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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Today in Chicago History: Led Zeppelin cancels sold-out show due to 'food poisoning'

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Today in History: Mexican revolutionary Emiliano Zapata assassinated

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Vintage Chicago Tribune: Meet 'Jumbo' Joe Stydahar, the Chicago Bears' 1st NFL draft pick

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Today in Chicago History: Two people killed when EF-4 tornado obliterates tiny Fairdale

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At the plate, Alec Gilsinn delivers the goods again for Marmion. Much like travel ball. 'It's just the norm.'

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Baseball and softball scores for the Southland, Aurora, Elgin, Naperville and Lake County

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From the Farm: Another birthday 'up in smoke' for Jackson 5 mentor and John Astin, aka Gomez Addams

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Saint Joseph Hospital's emergency department given four stars by national healthcare research firm

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Products you should own if you live in a flood zone

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7 GENIUS TIME-SAVING PRODUCTS FOR BUSY HOUSEHOLDS

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These AmLactin lotions provide expert care for very dry skin

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Your guide to the most effective vibration platform machines

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