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Slick roads in store as another round of snow sweeps across the Chicago area

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Chicago weather: How our 2025-26 seasonal snowfall compares with previous years

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Illinois Democratic hopefuls for US Senate agree Trump poses constitutional crisis but other differences emerge

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Seven detained outside West Loop Target as protesters demand retailer stand against ICE

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Ian Cunningham is leaving the Chicago Bears front office for the Atlanta Falcons GM job

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Review: 'Stereophonic' is a play about a '70s band and the price you pay for genius

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Today in History: Sally Yates fired

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Today in Chicago History: George Ryan leaves prison — 13 years after he declared a state moratorium on executions

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Asking Eric: She is always angry

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No. 9 Illinois wins its 10th straight, riding Keaton Wagler's 22 points to a 75-66 victory over Washington

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4 takeaways from the Chicago Bulls' 116-113 loss to the Miami Heat, including Ayo Dosunmu's 4th-quarter effort

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Struggling Chicago Blackhawks allow 4 second-period goals in another blowout loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins

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Nick Martinelli and Tre Singleton help Northwestern keep Penn State winless in the Big Ten with 94-73 rout

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Harvey Young: How the Challenger explosion shaped a generation

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Editorial: Make no mistake, a Democratic National Convention bid is good for Chicago

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Editorial: From Chicago to Minneapolis, business leaders decry overly aggressive ICE tactics in their cities

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Eric Rinehart: State prosecutors must hold federal agents accountable when they break the law.

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Trump's border czar suggests a possible drawdown in Minnesota, but only after 'cooperation'

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Flossmoor pastor recounts 'ground-level good' in Minneapolis on interfaith protest mission

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The man agents were seeking when they killed Alex Pretti remains at large

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Homelessness appears to decline nationwide, with 60% drop in Chicago

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Stephen Colbert confirms May 21 as final episode of 'The Late Show'

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Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga, K-pop and more: AP predicts who will win at the 2026 Grammys

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Review: Rachel McAdams, Dylan O'Brien shine in Sam Raimi's gonzo blast 'Send Help'

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Review: Charli XCX brings a seriously bratty attitude to mockumentary film 'The Moment'

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'He's going to be finishing a lot of games for us': Chicago White Sox finalize deal with Seranthony Domínguez

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NFL coaching and GM tracker: Ian Cunningham heads to Falcons after 4 years as Ryan Poles' assistant with Bears

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US gymnast Jordan Chiles may regain her 2024 Olympic medal after appeal granted to rehear case

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Indiana unions: Chicago Bears stadium bill cuts us out

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Preorder Our New Bears Book

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Photos: Snow falls after arctic cold in Chicagoland

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Photos: Chicago Bulls retire Derrick Rose's No. 1 jersey

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Photos: Chicago Bears clean out their lockers after playoff loss ends season

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Photos: Chicago Cubs introduce newly signed third baseman Alex Bregman

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Photos: Hundreds return to Broadview to denounce federal agents' killings in Minneapolis

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Photos: Snowy owls' unusually early visit to the Chicago lakefront

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The 100 best photos of 2025 by Chicago Tribune photographers

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Junaid Ahmed and Neil Khot call for standing up to Trump administration in ads for 8th Congressional District race

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President Trump threatens Canada with 50% tariff on aircraft sold in US

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Chicago Public Schools approves buyers for two more closed buildings

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As Indiana legislature hits halfway point, bills advance quickly

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Responders recall a mission of recovery and grief a year after the midair collision near Washington DC

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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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Proposed Homer Glen development would add condos, duplexes, retail along 159th Street

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Leases approved for new workforce development hub in Aurora

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Shortfall pushes East Chicago schools to close popular preschool

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Former WNBA player says challenges are stepping stones at IUN

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Indiana Senate passes gender definition bill

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Amid federal pressure, CTU President Stacy Davis Gates declares union is 'really strong'

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Crime and Public Safety

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Aurora man charged with first-degree murder in connection with death of his ex-wife in Oswego

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Michigan City man gets 70 years for killing roommate in Gary apartment

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Judge detains teen accused of stabbing pregnant Downers Grove mom 70 times after Facebook Marketplace dispute

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Hinsdale police arrest four men after Hinsdale boutique burglary, vehicle case

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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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Indiana Senate committee passes 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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Vintage Chicago Tribune: Tiki bars and tropical-themed restaurants

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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: Army helicopter and American Airlines plane crash midair

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Waukegan library provides a healthcare area for visitors: 'They may be more comfortable here than … their home'

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Rezoning for potential data center rejected by Yorkville commission, City Council vote tentatively planned for February

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Antioch redeveloping Centennial Park despite strong objections: 'Nostalgia is nice, but…'

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Elgin council votes to expand its use of AI in city hall work

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Are foot spas good for your feet?

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