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JD Vance says Iran fight isn't a 'war' as Donald Trump tries to navigate unpopular conflict

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ICE whistleblower warned of 'unprecedented lowering of standards' during hiring spree

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Judge blocks President Trump's new bid to curb birthright citizenship, citing Supreme Court precedent

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Chicago extends free home internet for 28,000 CPS students

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Chicago school board candidates asked to sign pledge restricting AI, screen time

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Crime and Public Safety

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North Shore native and storied chef, opens new restaurant, Juniper, in Highwood

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