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World Cup: Spain wins the final by beating Argentina 1-0 on Ferran Torres' goal in extra time

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Taylor Farms expands lettuce recall to 27 states over cyclospora risk

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Chicago bike lane ticketing program records big fines against delivery companies

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How to keep the air inside your home clean during wildfires

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The Cube brings a glitzy game show experience to Michigan Avenue

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Asking Eric: Partner wears shoes in house

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Los Angeles Dodgers two-way star Shohei Ohtani won't pitch for 'some time' because of left knee irritation

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MyPillow founder Mike Lindell not registered to vote in Minnesota

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Chicago Cubs take the series win with Shota Imanaga on a hot streak — plus Theo Epstein's advice to Jed Hoyer

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Chicago Sky lose 93-91 on Atlanta's buzzer-beater — but Dream lose star Angel Reese to a knee injury

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World Cup: Kylian Mbappé becomes 1st 2-time Golden Boot winner after Lionel Messi is blanked in final

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JD and Usha Vance welcome a baby boy, the first child born to a sitting VP in more than 150 years

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Editorial: Ald. Ervin's outside-the-box parking meters plan deserves City Council attention

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Editorial: Finally, a new bridge from the Midwest to Canada. No thanks to Donald Trump.

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Nik Hunder: Brandon Johnson shows us again that he doesn't value transit but rather cronyism

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Ronald J. Allen: The public conversation about reducing crime suffers from a deadly confusion

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Trump celebrates the World Cup as a US victory as he prepares to present trophy to the winning team

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David Crowley reenters battleground Wisconsin's Democratic governor primary with Gov. Evers' backing

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Gov. Braun orders end to diverse contracting guidelines

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Georgia Sen. Jon Ossoff fuels reelection campaign with attacks on President Trump

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Nolan's 'The Odyssey' storms the box office with a $264.1 million global debut

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Concerts and outdoor events around Chicagoland on hold as the haze from wildfire smoke lingers

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UChicago trauma surgeon has seen gun violence up close. His book calls for solutions.

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Today in History: Disneyland opens

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Connor Bedard signs a 5-year, $75 million extension with the Chicago Blackhawks through the 2030-31 season

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Chicago Bears rookie outlook: Jordan van den Berg 'took the long road' to NFL. Can he crack the DT rotation?

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The World Cup final awaits, with Lionel Messi and defending champion Argentina set to face Spain

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How an Italian sculptor created the World Cup trophy that became an icon

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Photos: A look inside the Obama Presidential Center

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Photos: Work continues at Northwestern's Ryan Field

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

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

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

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Today in History: Detroit files for bankruptcy

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Former Chicago Bulls player Ayo Dosunmu lists Wicker Park home for $2.4M

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Free pass to fly by Trump airport? United says no go.

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La Grange Road plan to focus on pedestrian safety, character

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Aldermen push Chicago police to investigate ICE agent misconduct complaints

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Chicago alderman critical of parking meter bidder's ICE ties has own financial link to ICE

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

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

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Merrillville teen's nonprofit gets spotlight at RailCats game

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Purdue Northwest medical seminar attracts students from across the globe

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Not bugged by air quality, hundreds show up for Insect Fest in River Forest

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

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Crime and Public Safety

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Social media influencers Andrew and Tristian Tate arrested in Miami, US Marshals service tells AP

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Bellwood cop accused of using database to tip off acquaintance

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Records: Hebron man, woman face felony neglect charges

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1 in custody after man was fatally wounded Friday night in Englewood

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Work week to start with more smoke and bad air as EPA extends alert into Monday

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In rural southern Illinois, a cattle farmer fights back against an emerging threat from above

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Today in Chicago History: Piping plovers Monty and Rose force cancellation of Montrose Beach music festival

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IDEM proposes state coal ash program as federal regulations on track to lessen

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Restaurants, Food and Drink

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Magnolia Bakery and Stella's Diner closed down after inspections find cockroaches and flies

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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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Ninth annual Ravenswood On Tap celebrate best of 'Malt Row'

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

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

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

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

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Gary's The Fusion statue could be on the move

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Vintage Chicago Tribune: How 2 men got rich cornering the onion market

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Today in History: Chicago police torture report released

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Today in Chicago History: Wellington Church becomes 2nd in the nation to join the sanctuary movement

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Column: Honor Flight gives proper salute to Vietnam War veterans

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Festival gives dogs their day in North Aurora

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Granddaughter carries on family tradition at Palos Heights Classic Car Show

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Students win state higher education grants

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