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Indiana Senate amends carbon sequestration bill

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Gov. JB Pritzker throws Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton a $5 million lifeline for her US Senate bid

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Voting is open for Chicago's 'You Name a Snowplow' contest

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Bad Bunny, Olivia Dean and Kendrick Lamar among early winners at the 2026 Grammy Awards

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Chicago White Sox trade for 'high-octane arms' — pitchers Jordan Hicks and David Sandlin from Boston

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No. 9 Illinois beats No. 5 Nebraska 78-69, its 2nd win over a Top 5 team in 9 days

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3 takeaways after the Chicago Bulls' brutal 134-91 loss in Miami, including a frigid night of 3-point shooting

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Top Justice Department official plays down chance for charges arising from Epstein files revelations

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Mayor of Portland, Oregon, demands ICE leave the city after federal agents gas protesters

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Kennedy Center will close for 2 years for renovations in July, Donald Trump says, after performers backlash

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Fundraising hauls show RNC vastly outpacing Democrats ahead of midterm elections

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The Grammys bring more celebrity pushback to the Trump administration's immigration crackdown

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Notre Dame expected to hire Illinois defensive coordinator Aaron Henry, according to reports

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Editorial: Brendan Reilly for Cook County Board president

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Tribune Editorial Board endorsements for 2026 Illinois primary election

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Katie Hill and Jens Ludwig: Why are we seeing a drop in violence in Chicago?

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Sterling Elliott: War on drugs never has been, nor will it be, the answer

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Still reeling from Operation Midway Blitz, Chicago casts wary eye toward Minneapolis

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Vigil honors slain VA nurse Alex Pretti, his care for those in need

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Judge orders US to release 5-year-old and dad taken into custody in Minnesota crackdown

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Judge says she won't halt the immigration enforcement surge as a lawsuit proceeds

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Dog Show 101: What to know about the 150th Westminster show

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Macaulay Culkin, Meryl Streep and more pay tribute to Catherine O'Hara, who died at 71

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Catherine O'Hara, Emmy-winning comedian of 'Schitt's Creek' and 'SCTV' fame, dies at 71

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Willie Round's 'Lawndale King' recounts the history that MLK made in North Lawndale

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NBA trade tracker: Chicago Bulls receive Dario Šarić and a pair of 2nd-round draft picks in 3-team deal

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Chicago Sky owner Michael Alter sued by minority partner for allegedly 'self-dealing' to devalue other shares

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NASCAR's Clash postponed to Wednesday due to historic snowfall in North Carolina

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ESPN closes deal for NFL Network and rights for RedZone which gives the NFL a stake in the network

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Preorder Our New Bears Book

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The 100 best photos of 2025 by Chicago Tribune photographers

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Photos: 2026 Cubs Convention

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Photos: Chicago Blackhawks beat Winnipeg Jets 2-0 in Jonathan Toews' return to UC

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Photos: Chicago's Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve

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Photos: Chicago Bears unveil food offerings at Soldier Field

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Speaker Mike Johnson says no quick House vote to end partial shutdown and blames Democrats for their ICE demands

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Fierce debate erupts on Indiana National Guard military police bill

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From Elon Musk to the former Prince Andrew, a who's who of powerful men are named in Epstein files

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Illinois advances in bid to move up 2028 Democratic presidential primary date, but hurdles remain

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Rising utility bills drive protest at NIPSCO Hammond office

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Stricter ballast rules on freighters demanded to protect Great Lakes from invasive species

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Condo Adviser: Board members' reelection at meeting without unit owners is not valid

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A chatbot entirely powered by humans, not artificial intelligence? This Chilean community shows why.

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Yorkville D115 voters to decide on $275 million bond measure for new school buildings, high school improvements

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CTU alleges rival union conspired with the boss in fight over low-wage CPS employees

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Students get a chance to hear Court of Appeals case at IUN

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Duneland superintendent leaving for Hinsdale but a legacy remains

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Crime and Public Safety

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SWAT active in South Shore, Chicago police confirm

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Former Prince Andrew can't escape Jeffrey Epstein's shadow as new documents reveal details about friendship

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'Oh god, what do we even do?': Family of Linda Brown to launch missing person advocacy program

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Today in Chicago History: Morton Grove enacts nation's first handgun ban

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Powerful storm threatens East Coast including parts unaccustomed to heavy snow

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IDEM releases updates on efforts to reduce lead, copper exposure in water

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South Side residents protest rejection of Quantum Shore nonbinding referendum

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Restaurants, Food and Drink

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Valentine's Day 2026: Restaurant and bar specials for a romantic date night or Galentine's Day celebration

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Restaurant review: Cafe Yaya exceeds expectations as an ephemeral bakery and neighborhood bistro in Chicago

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Jean Banchet awards 2026: Immigration and community top of mind for winners at Chicago's top local food awards

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FDA issues recall for multiple products, including Cheerios, Advil and Nutella, after rodent and bird droppings found at distribution facility

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

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Before Congress, Jonathan Jackson owned a construction firm. It got $750K from Pritzker's Rebuild Illinois.

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Immigration agents' poor tactics in Chicago made for needless safety risks, experts say

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A border crosser. An execution killing. And political theater.

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Indiana Landmarks grants aid preservation efforts in Lake and Porter counties

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Hometown author's labor of love showcases community spirit of Flossmoor via book and film

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Vintage Tribune: Pioneering Black broadcaster Jack Cooper modeled success as host, businessman

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Today in History: John S. Rock admitted to the bar

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Brother Rice's Kevin Salkauskas learns from former Illinois star Iveta Marcauskaite. His mom. 'Taught me a lot.'

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Freshman Charlie Strezo follows senior brother Jack for Lincoln-Way West. And goes on step further. 'Awesome.'

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Portage High School gym named for former coach Renee Turpa

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With concessions, Valparaiso council approves gas station on Ind. 130

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Are foot spas good for your feet?

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