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Naperville home goes for $8.3 million in record-breaking residential sale

2 days ago

Asking Eric: Friend always makes it a group outing

3 days ago

Northwestern performs rare quadruple-organ transplant on woman who previously had lung transplant

2 days ago

La "Gran Muralla Verde" China frena el desierto, pero los expertos advierten que la lucha continúa

20 hours ago

GOP senator singles out former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot during Todd Blanche DOJ hearing

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Cook County shatters air quality record, EPA data shows, as dangerous wildfire smoke envelops region

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What is the air quality today in the Chicago area? Search to check near you.

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Summer comes to a standstill as air quality prompts closures and cancellations across Chicagoland

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Layoffs on table due to budget shortfall, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson administration officials say

2 hours ago

Republican Darren Bailey treads water in governor's race as GOP candidates struggle to raise campaign cash

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Illinois state Rep. Carol Ammons and husband, Champaign Clerk Aaron Ammons, plead not guilty to federal charges

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2026-27 NHL schedule: 8 Chicago Blackhawks games to watch, including a 9th straight opener on the road

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Photos: 'The Lovable Reunion Live' at the Chicago Theatre

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Magnolia Bakery, Stella's Diner among Chicago restaurants closed down after inspections find cockroaches, flies

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President Donald Trump uses national address to discuss election integrity

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Texas flash floods leave at least 2 dead in region devastated a year ago

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Illinois elections officer recommends Ald. Byron Sigcho-Lopez's name not be on 4th District ballot

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Roycemore School in Evanston to close after more than 110 years as North Shore institution

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Chicago school board race tops $1.9 million in fundraising

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What to know about eating at home and dining out during the cyclospora outbreak

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The story behind Chicago's most iconic hot dog

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Editorial: When an ICE tactic keeps ending in tragedy, it must be rethought

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Editorial: City Council makes a pricey $425 million bet on The 78 raiding West Loop coffers. Was this profligate spending?

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Willie Wilson: Billions of dollars in spending has not saved Black Chicago from the scourge of gun violence

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J.B. Branch: Brace yourself for the AI public relations blitz

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Chicago renters' rights battle is on as aldermen counter Mayor Brandon Johnson's plan

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Gary council hosts utility affordability forum with Citizens Action Coalition

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Toni Preckwinkle backs Red Line extension connections, wins approval for transit picks

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Trump administration revives rule that could deny green cards to immigrants who use public benefits

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What to do in Chicago: Sharks at Shedd and concerts by Paul Simon, Melanie Martinez and Rush

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Update: William Shatner debuts new metal band at Riot Fest — DeLorean and puppies required

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'Jurassic Park' actor Sam Neill died from pneumonia, agent says

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Review: With 'The Odyssey,' Christopher Nolan brings scale and beauty to a timeless tale

15 hours ago

Column: 10-year reunion of Chicago Cubs' 2016 champions is a reminder the saga is still in progress

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Chicago Fire postpone tonight's match because of poor air quality, delaying Robert Lewandowski's club debut

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5 things we learned from Chicago Bulls' 1st 3 summer league games, including Caleb Wilson's desire to compete

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Illinois extends athletic director Josh Whitman's contract through 2036

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Photos: NASCAR weekend at Chicagoland Speedway in Joliet

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Photos: The 2026 Chicago Pride Parade

17 days ago

Photos: Work continues at Northwestern's Ryan Field

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Chicago Tribune wins Pulitzer Prize for local reporting: Read the stories and see the photos

2 months ago

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

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Oak Park officials move to address e-bike, e-scooter safety

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CTA looks for new gates to help deter fare evasion

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Time is running out to cash in on Amazon's billion-dollar settlement. Here's how.

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Evanston Council clears five-story apartment complex over landmark Black church's objections

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Judge: Fugitive ex-Loretto Hospital exec not entitled to dismissal hearing amid 'Broadview Six' fallout

5 hours ago

Merrillville delays rescinding ICE opposition resolution

8 hours ago

ICE enforcement escalates in Chicago with at least 4 vehicle encounters reported this week

12 hours ago

President Trump says ICE should continue traffic stops after recent shootings

1 day ago

Bradshaw: What high school students know that Yale does not

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Chicago Public Schools plans to lay off 760 teachers as officials look to close massive deficit

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Cook County will 'explore' making Chicago Public Schools eligible for late property tax loan

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University of Illinois College of Medicine leader questioned on antisemitism, DEI practices at congressional hearing

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Crime and Public Safety

8 months ago

Second man charged in July 5 shooting in Gary that killed 10-year-old boy

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Substitute teacher fired by Chicago Archdiocese pleads guilty to aggravated battery of Orland Park child

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Oregon man gets 20 years for plea deal in '81 Griffith slaying

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'Today' show intruder seeking Al Roker lunged at Craig Melvin, shouting slurs

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Will County Board rejects solar farm near Monee; delays action on land bank, excavation company

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Today in Chicago History: 'Chance the Snapper' caught in the Humboldt Park lagoon

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Restaurants, Food and Drink

8 months ago

James Beard Awards start search for new host city

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Nike, Everdine's Grilled Cheese close this week in downtown Naperville

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Bill aims to curb abandoned oil and gas wells in Illinois through stiffer fines

20 days ago

Read the Tribune's investigation into Illinois' abandoned oil wells

23 days ago

In Illinois, getting oil and gas operators to pay for abandoned wells can take decades

24 days ago

Microplastics linger inside people and animals, multiple studies show. But regulation is still far off.

25 days ago

Vintage Chicago Tribune: When the Aragon Ballroom hosted Prince, Janis Joplin and more

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Photo exhibit at Evergreen Park library celebrates America by showcasing its diversity

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Today in History: John F. Kennedy Jr. killed in crash

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Traffic citations dismissed against Robbins Mayor Darren Bryant following Calumet Park stop

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Special education teacher says she was forced to resign from job at Lake Forest District 67

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Poor air quality worsens heat wave conditions in Aurora

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Lake County Council approves $10 million bond for parks projects

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Opponents readying to fight proposed South Elgin data center

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Boost your child's literacy with these reading and writing materials

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Experience comfortable outdoor hunts with top duck hunting waders

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The best beach camping tents for hot summer nights

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How to keep your energy bill low despite being home all summer

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