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Mayor Brandon Johnson pitches renters' rights compromise, opponents balk as fight continues

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Sweeteners negotiated for Chicago parking meter deal, aldermen say

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'Broadview Six' lawyers demand communications between US attorney's office and DC

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Google provides a glimpse inside the renovated Thompson Center

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George W. Bush's new book of paintings of political prisoners will be out in March

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The Obamas' family dog Sunny dies, the former president says

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US-Canada trade war further taxes small businesses as costs rise during the Iran war

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Americans are increasingly concerned about the environmental impact of AI, new poll finds

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Editorial: A Chicago parking deal emerges with nada, zilch, nothing for Chicago parkers

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Editorial: Chicago's domestic violence homicides are falling. What's working?

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Ald. Gilbert Villegas: Mayor Brandon Johnson's Protecting Renters Ordinance will raise costs for renters

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David Orr: The mayor's renters ordinance will help fight gentrification and corporate landlords

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Chicago school board president candidates field questions in televised town hall

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Gov. JB Pritzker says state investigation of fatal Midway Blitz shooting 'near impossible' to complete

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Senate blocks cryptocurrency regulation as Democrats push back on Trump investments

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Illinois Democrats cheer Supreme Court mail-in voting order while President Trump lashes out at justices

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Books for fall 2026: Award-hungry novels, celeb memoirs and romantasy

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'Driven,' a short film by Max and Gaby Fitzpatrick, features and honors their dad, Tony

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Chicago White Sox — 1 strike from victory — lose 7-6 as AL Central lead tightens to a half-game

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3 Chicago Cubs who need to step up over the final 10 games after a blown lead in a 6-3 loss

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Reavis' Edwin Diaz finds out what's better than getting your first high school goal. Scoring 5 minutes later.

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Photos: Food options for Chicago Bears games this season at Soldier Field

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Week 1 photos: Chicago Bears 59, Carolina Panthers 37

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Photos: Mexican Independence Day celebrations in Chicago

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Photos: Chicago Police Department's 3rd District renamed

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Photos: 25th annual Pilsen Mexican Independence Day Parade

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Today in History: General Motors founded in Flint

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Nurses go on one-day strike at Olympia Fields Hospital, as union continues to battle Prime Healthcare

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World Business Chicago announces design contest winners with shared vision for greener city

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'I never raped anybody in my whole life': Customs and Border agent takes stand in federal trial

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ICE arrested two during Carol Stream traffic stop, authorities say

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Chinese sex worker tells jury Customs and Border Protection agent was offered free services to stop attacking women

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Illinois and Chicago sue Trump over looming rule making it harder for immigrants to get green cards

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Indian Prairie District 204 saw fewer aggression, technology-based student infractions last year, officials say

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Magistrate holds court for Constitution Day at Jackson Elementary

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D128 pledges reforms after teacher grooming accusations: 'We know that trust isn't restored by a statement'

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School bus aide charged after 12-year-old student found gun and fired out bus window in Bridgeport

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Crime and Public Safety

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Porter County judge with drunken driving plea says he won't resign

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Gary firefighter on leave after alleged off-duty hit-and-run of state police car: official

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Kee forfeiture damages moved to federal court as Secret Service seeks dismissal

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Portage officials discuss Flock camera locations, policies

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EPA moving forward with approval of Indiana coal ash program

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Forest Preserves spent extra $40 million yearly on expanded conservation, maintenance

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Army Corps resumes work at Brandon Road Project as invasive carp encroach on Illinois River

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Activists raise concerns with NIPSCO Jasper County water permit application

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Restaurants, Food and Drink

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Restaurant review: Indus Progressive Indian, transcending traditions from North India to the North Shore

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New report points to worsening hunger crisis in Chicago, with 1 in 3 families facing food insecurity

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How a Mexican home baker on Chicago's southwest side is building a loyal following

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Even a hot dog can be art at La Grange West End festival

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Illinois, Chicago, Cook County got $11B in pandemic aid but there were gaps in oversight and transparency

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Illinois ignores rules and red flags as 'servant leader' runs up $100M state tab, then closes 2 hospitals

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Data centers near O'Hare win nearly $100M in local tax breaks, leaving suburban homeowners to cover the gap

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Data centers and tax breaks: How we reported the story

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Today in Chicago History: The Rolling Stones rock the Aragon Ballroom

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'Marktown Mayor,' preservationist Paul Myers dies at age 73

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Column: The never-ending celebration of the life and words of writer Nelson Algren

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Reyes Zepeda is 4th sibling to play sports at Mundelein. Starring for oldest brother is 'a great inspiration.'

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