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After much revision, Mayor Brandon Johnson’s budget plan ekes through Finance Committee
It's one step toward the spending plan coming to the full council for an up or down vote, which could happen as soon as Friday.
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Editorial: Bears, Blackhawks, Bulls — there’s pain wherever a Chicago sports fan looks. If they can even watch.
As a city, Chicago is struggling in many ways. Some escapism would be nice, but...
Business
Biden plans to formally block U.S. Steel sale, Bloomberg reports
With about 40 days until President-elect Donald Trump takes office, President Joe Biden is expected to block a Japanese company’s acquisition of U.S. Steel. On Tuesday, Bloomberg reported that Biden plans to block the $1.4 billion sale. The Committee on...
Entertainment
Review: New holidays shows take over Bramble Arts Loft, ‘The House Without a Christmas Tree’ and ‘Long Christmas Dinner’
One is a new, family-friendly musical by Griffin Theatre, the other is TUTA's avant-garde take on Thornton Wilder. Both are short and enjoyable in quite different ways.
Sports
Seiya Suzuki would consider waiving his no-trade clause if the Chicago Cubs want to move the outfielder
Chicago Cubs outfielder Seiya Suzuki is willing to consider waiving his full no-trade clause, though agent Joel Wolfe called a deal not "necessarily likely."
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Politics
10 finalists chosen in state flag design competition
The public will be able to vote on 10 finalists in a competition for a...
Education
“60 Minutes” spotlights Hobart High’s Khanmigo adventure
Hobart High is still basking in the real glow of Sunday’s “60 Minutes” appearance that...
Environment
After decades of trying, DuPage acquires horse farm link to Morton Arboretum
DuPage County Forest Preserve District officials finally acquired a long-sought, 34.9-acre horse farm in unincorporated...
Investigations
Criminally charged health care providers keep working unrestricted as state action lags
Illinois health care workers charged with serious crimes were allowed to keep caring for patients...
Crime and Public Safety
Feds indict Chinese hacker for trying to compromise firewalls used by ‘U.S. critical infrastructure companies’
The federal government has accused a Chinese hacker — whose company is a Chinese intelligence-linked...
Local News
Elgin’s Larkin High School to finally have its own sports stadium
Construction will begin next year on a new outdoor sports stadium at Larkin High School...
History
Today in Sports History: Green Bay Packers register the first shutout
1939 — The Green Bay Packers register the first shutout in an NFL championship game...
Restaurants, Food and Drink
Wine gift guide: Expert recommendations for every wine lover on your list
To help you navigate the clutter, we’ve put together a list of wine gifts that...
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Asking Eric: Family excluded from event with Santa
Dear Eric: We recently found out that my husband’s brother’s partner booked tickets for an...
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