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Illinois AD Josh Whitman's patience with Brad Underwood pays off in first Final Four berth since 2005

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Cook County property taxes doubled the rate of inflation in past 30 years, Treasurer Maria Pappas study finds

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Immigration court observers — and their oversight — routinely locked out of process

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University of Illinois students and fans revel in 1st Final Four spot in over 20 years

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Column: Michigan marches into the Final Four with a familiar swagger

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Easter 2026 dining guide: Where to get traditional foods for the holiday, plus buffets and take-home packages

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Chicago Blackhawks allow 2 goals in 19 seconds and fall to the New Jersey Devils to end a 4-game road trip

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From yoga studios to Ravinia, sound healing experiences gain popularity in Chicago

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Lake Court House Foundation presses trespassing charge, civil lawsuit against residents in ongoing feud

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Today in Chicago History: Mayor Richard M. Daley orders Meigs Field shut down

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Today in History: Batman appears in Detective Comics issue #27

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Ex-etiquette: I don't care about my ex anymore

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Editorial: Cool it on piling extra energy regulations on new home construction

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Ald. Bill Conway: Chicago's debt is a slow-motion crisis. The clock is running out.

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John T. Shaw: Former Bulls star Steve Kerr's statesmanship as a coach nurtures a culture of excellence

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Clarence Page: Bill Maher, Mark Twain Prize winner, proves that free speech isn't just for laughs

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War impacts Valparaiso immigrant from Iran

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UFC brings cage-match bout to the White House

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TSA agents will soon be paid but it may not mean immediate relief at airport security lines

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Pope Leo XIV rejects claims that God justifies war in Palm Sunday Mass message

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Burt Bacharach revue headed to Apollo Theater in Chicago

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Review: In 'Modern Gentleman' by About Face, a trans man faces the dating scene

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Today in History: Will Smith slaps Chris Rock

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What to do in Chicago: C2E2, 'Riverdance' in Aurora and 'Raiders' in concert

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Shota Imanaga stumbles in the 1st inning as the Chicago Cubs drop opening series to the Washington Nationals

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Takeaways as the Chicago White Sox suffer an excruciating 9-7 loss while being swept by the Milwaukee Brewers

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Gary Woodland wins the Houston Open for first PGA Tour title since brain surgery

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'It's hard to imagine a situation that can top this': Chicago Cubs' Nico Hoerner gets a no-trade clause

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Terry Savage: Social Security Fairness Act windfalls can surprise some seniors with higher property tax bill

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Electric bikes can be fast and dangerous. Here's how to stay safe.

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Michigan City residents want to halt Project Maize construction

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Judge dismisses Hobart data center challenge

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Thomas Jefferson Middle School students plan Valparaiso walkout

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Illinois House poised to consider a ban on new ICE detention centers near homes, schools and parks

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'Freedom is part of who we are': 1,000+ join Valparaiso 'No Kings' protest

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Veterans, activists and septuagenarians gather in Grant Park for 'No Kings' rally to protest President Trump

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Discipline for student walkouts: Southland administrators call it 'a tough situation'

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A teacher-free AI school is coming to Chicago, with tuition at $55,000 a year

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Rogers Park officer accused of inappropriate behavior toward female students as high school security officer

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La Grange Park student who started caddying to 'provide more' for family earns Chick Evans scholarship

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Crime and Public Safety

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3 shot, 1 fatally, at party in Crete, officials say

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Courts roundup: Man may face up to 30 years in murder plea

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Private service set for fallen Chicago firefighter, department says

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Chesterton man sues Winfield officers over use of force during traffic stop

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A sprawling solar farm in Will County: Some residents cashing in; others fear being surrounded

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EPA gives Federated Metals lead cleanup update at Whiting hearing

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Illinois farmers brace for another bruising season as Iran war spikes fertilizer prices

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Illinois bill would ease rules on solar plug-ins, expand access to renters and condo owners

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Restaurants, Food and Drink

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15th annual Tribune Food Awards: Nominate your favorite food spots for Readers' Choice

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Chefs of 2-Michelin-star Oriole are opening All Well, a new restaurant in the West Loop

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Restaurant review: Creepies, a French inspired bistro with marvelous Midwestern basement vibes in Chicago

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Food delivery robots shatter two Chicago bus shelters. 'Two in seven days is not great,' alderman says.

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As Indiana extends coal and builds data centers, Illinois may be on the hook for neighbor's AI boom

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'Marrying parson' had bevy of wives in 1910s Chicago

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Returning early from torn ACL, Grace Grunloh gets bat going for Aurora Central Catholic. 'Really meaningful.'

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Earning his first varsity start, Solomon Mitchell comes through immediately for Sandburg. 'Get the job done.'

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Rick Armstrong's high school softball rankings and player of the week for the Aurora-Elgin area

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Marist's Briggs Corona, a major football recruit at tight end, picks Ball State for volleyball. 'My passion.'

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Best deals of Amazon's Big Spring Sale

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Big savings on fitness gear during Amazon's Big Spring Sale

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Don't miss the top discounts of Amazon's biggest clearance sale of the year

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These compact travel humidifiers fit easily in your carry-on

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