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

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Mayor Brandon Johnson directs police to investigate federal immigration agents for possible felony charges

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Asking Eric: Am I a bad friend?

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

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Northwestern loses to Washington 76-62, falling to 2-9 in the Big Ten with 7th defeat in last 9 games

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Photos: 2026 SoxFest Live at the Ramova Theatre

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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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Editorial: Secretary of State Giannoulias puts e-bike safety on the table

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Andrew McDiarmid: AI can't function without our creativity. What does that tell us about humanness?

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

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

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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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Patti LuPone talks about her concert 'Matters of the Heart' at the Auditorium Theatre, and some Mamet memories

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Chicago White Sox boost their outfield by signing Austin Hays to a 1-year deal

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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 Bears unveil food offerings at Soldier Field

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What to know about the partial government shutdown and its impact

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In the latest Epstein files are famous names and new details about an earlier investigation

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President Trump moved fast to cut a funding deal. It's a striking change from the last shutdown fight.

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Illinois' Republican candidates for governor push crime as top issue despite data showing declines

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

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Home and studio of R. Harold Zook, 'Hinsdale's Frank Lloyd Wright,' gets funding boost for preservation

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John Deere latest project to choose South Lake County

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John Deere project in Lowell granted economic revitalization area

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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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Police: Woman, 70, among 3 hurt in Austin shooting

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What to know about the civil rights charges Don Lemon faces for covering church protest in Minnesota

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New Epstein file dump reveals gushing emails between Melania Trump, Ghislaine Maxwell

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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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Indiana Senate amends carbon sequestration bill

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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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Today in History: Doug Williams named Super Bowl MVP

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Today in Chicago History: Thousands — including Mayor Daley and Sammy Davis Jr. — say goodbye to Mahalia Jackson

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Polly Cooper, an Oneida woman who helped save Washington's army, is honored on $1 coin

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Today in History: Sally Yates fired

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District U-46's planetarium and observatory joins Alliance of Historic Observatories

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Gary native is first Indiana resident to win inaugural art award

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Mokena Village Board OKs financial incentive for Midwest Furniture Liquidators

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Community news: Triton exhibit highlights 'Crowns of Excellence,' Super Bowl party in La Grange, more

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