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From the Olympics in Italy to skiing the Wisconsin slopes, the race is on to adapt to warming winters

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Entering his 4th Olympics, Oak Park speedskater Emery Lehman nears the finish line

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After torn ACLs and 10 surgeries, Chicago's Sarah Warren makes the US Olympic speedskating team

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Acting CTA chief lays out priorities after dodging fiscal cliff

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Gov. JB Pritzker throws Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton a $5 million lifeline for her US Senate bid

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Homewood's Maple Tree Inn faced a fire and three location changes. Last year, it celebrated 50 years.

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Spencer Knight is staying poised as he becomes a leader in the Chicago Blackhawks locker room

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Sheriff says 'we do in fact have a crime scene' in search for mom of 'Today' host Savannah Guthrie

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The Grammys had lots of Mars, Carpenter soaring and a near-naked Bieber. Here are some key moments.

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Column: Chicago White Sox drop the ball in latest snub of Frank Thomas — and the divorce might be permanent

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Speaker Johnson faces tough choices on partial government shutdown and debate over ICE

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Punxsutawney Phil is said to have seen his shadow, forecasting 6 more weeks of wintry weather

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3 takeaways from SoxFest Live, including the team's most intriguing competition and Kyle Teel's WBC team

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Freeskier Eileen Gu takes another wild ride to the Olympics — and invites the world to tag along

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Editorial: Dr. Thomas Fisher for 7th Congressional District

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Yunus Emre Tozal: Blue Line is failing in its mission to be a vital link between O'Hare and the city

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Jim Nowlan: A party for unrepresented suburbia — the Democratic-Republicans

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Letters: Let's remember the everyday heroes and not lose our society and our way of life

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Mayor of Portland, Oregon, demands ICE leave the city after federal agents gas protesters

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The Grammys bring more celebrity pushback to the Trump administration's immigration crackdown

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Still reeling from Operation Midway Blitz, Chicago casts wary eye toward Minneapolis

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Vigil honors slain VA nurse Alex Pretti, his care for those in need

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Oscar-nominated screenwriter of Iranian drama 'It Was Just an Accident' arrested in Tehran

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'Melania,' panned by some film critics, opens with strong ticket sales for a documentary

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Dog Show 101: What to know about the 150th Westminster show

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Bad Bunny wins album of the year at the 2026 Grammy Awards, a first for a Spanish-language album

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No. 9 Illinois beats No. 5 Nebraska 78-69 for its 2nd win over a top-5 team in 9 days

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NBA trade tracker: Chicago Bulls receive Dario Šarić and a pair of 2nd-round draft picks in 3-team deal

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Former NFL players Matt LaCosse and James O'Shaughnessy reunite in Naperville North Hall of Fame

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Cearah Parchment and Berry Wallace help Illinois women knock off No. 25 Washington 75-66

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Preorder Our New Bears Book

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The 100 best photos of 2025 by Chicago Tribune photographers

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Photos: 2026 Cubs Convention

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Photos: Chicago Blackhawks beat Winnipeg Jets 2-0 in Jonathan Toews' return to UC

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Photos: Chicago's Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve

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Photos: Chicago Bears unveil food offerings at Soldier Field

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Top Justice Department official plays down chance for charges arising from Epstein files revelations

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Kennedy Center will close for 2 years for renovations in July, Donald Trump says, after performers backlash

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Fundraising hauls show RNC vastly outpacing Democrats ahead of midterm elections

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Speaker Mike Johnson says no quick House vote to end partial shutdown and blames Democrats for their ICE demands

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Rising utility bills drive protest at NIPSCO Hammond office

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ESPN closes deal for NFL Network and rights for RedZone which gives the NFL a stake in the network

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Stricter ballast rules on freighters demanded to protect Great Lakes from invasive species

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Condo Adviser: Board members' reelection at meeting without unit owners is not valid

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Yorkville D115 voters to decide on $275 million bond measure for new school buildings, high school improvements

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CTU alleges rival union conspired with the boss in fight over low-wage CPS employees

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Students get a chance to hear Court of Appeals case at IUN

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Duneland superintendent leaving for Hinsdale but a legacy remains

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Crime and Public Safety

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Today in Chicago History: 5 women slain inside Lane Bryant store in Tinley Park

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SWAT arrests 45-year-old man in South Shore after standoff

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Former Prince Andrew can't escape Jeffrey Epstein's shadow as new documents reveal details about friendship

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Fierce debate erupts on Indiana National Guard military police bill

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A chatbot entirely powered by humans, not artificial intelligence? This Chilean community shows why.

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Powerful storm threatens East Coast including parts unaccustomed to heavy snow

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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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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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FDA issues recall for multiple products, including Cheerios, Advil and Nutella, after rodent and bird droppings found at distribution facility

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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: Philip Seymour Hoffman found dead

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Indiana Landmarks grants aid preservation efforts in Lake and Porter counties

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Hometown author's labor of love showcases community spirit of Flossmoor via book and film

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Vintage Tribune: Pioneering Black broadcaster Jack Cooper modeled success as host, businessman

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Steve Reaven's high school boys basketball rankings and player of the week for Lake County

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Ellie Nemeth's athletic career at Kouts will be remembered. Competing in 4 sports, she's a standout in each.

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New middle school social studies curriculum officially coming to Indian Prairie District 204

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Damarrion Smith's growth is obvious. 'I look like a different player.' He's making Grant better too.

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The best palmetto berry supplements for daily wellness support

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Are foot spas good for your feet?

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Best shower steamers

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