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Feds say ex-Ald. Edward Burke used his power on ‘dark path’ of corruption, seek 10 years in prison
Federal prosecutors are asking for 10 years in prison for former Chicago Ald. Edward Burke, arguing in a lengthy filing late Monday that the 80-year-old Democratic machine stalwart was "steeped in corruption."
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Editorial: Hey, United Airlines, no targeted ads at 30,000 feet, please
If United Airlines wants to tailor seat-back ads to whomever is sitting there, it should...
Business
New Loyola Medicine program offers specific treatment plans to female athletes
Loyola’s new Women’s Sports Medicine program aims to educate women on the risks of sports injuries while offering gender-specific care.
Entertainment
Review: ‘The Importance of Being Earnest’ adaptation explores the social circles of wealthy Midwestern gays
Underlying the farcical hijinks of mistaken identities and lovers’ quarrels, the theme of found family lends a sweet note to this Pride Month production.
Sports
Chicago White Sox are the 1st team to lose 50 games this season — and they did so in grand fashion
Cal Raleigh hit a game-ending grand slam as the Seattle Mariners beat the Chicago White Sox 8-4 on Monday.
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Politics
Jurors in Hunter Biden’s gun trial begin deliberating whether he’s guilty of federal firearm charges
A prosecutor told jurors Monday that “no one is above the law” as he urged...
Crime and Public Safety
Lawsuit over controversial police shooting in Mount Greenwood settled just before trial
More than seven years after a racially charged melee and police shooting left a man...
Education
Marquette University President Michael Lovell dies in Rome
Marquette University President Michael Lovell died Sunday in Rome after a three-year battle with cancer....
Immigration
Migrant woman searches for husband who has vanished, a common occurrence as men struggle to find jobs
After traveling thousands of miles to make it to the U.S., some migrant men seemingly...
Investigations
A young mother’s murder horrified central Illinois. Decades later, the family convicted in her death says DNA proves they’re innocent.
The ex-husband and in-laws of Karyn Hearn Slover were convicted in her death, but the...
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Evanston/Skokie D65 board votes to close Bessie Rhodes school in 2026
A 5-2 vote sealed the fate of the Dr. Bessie Rhodes School of Global Studies...
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Today in History: Swine flu declared global pandemic
On June 11, 2009, with swine flu reported in more than 70 nations, the World...
History
Today in Sports History: Los Angeles Kings win their first NHL championship
In 2012, The Los Angeles Kings win their first NHL championship, defeating the New Jersey...
Restaurants, Food and Drink
Lula Cafe is Chicago’s sole James Beard Restaurant and Chef award winner for 2024
The awards are widely considered one of the highest culinary honors in the United States....
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Ask Amy: Daughter is disrespectful at home
Dear Amy: Our daughter is looked upon as the smart one in the family, but...
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Keep bugs at bay with the best insect repellent
In addition to topical repellents, there are also some effective products that can deter pests...