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July 10, 2026
Famed tumbling team mourns as members bring legacy to national stage
The Jesse White Tumblers are mourning the death of one of their own as they bring the team’s storied legacy to the national stage.
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July 10, 2026
Lawsuits filed against Border Patrol for ‘excessive’ force as advocates warn of immigration enforcement uptick
Five lawsuits claim use of “excessive, unprovoked, and unreasonable” force by federal agents during Operation Midway Blitz.
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July 10, 2026
3 takeaways from Chicago Cubs’ series win, including Seiya Suzuki snapping his slump and starters delivering
As the Chicago Cubs prepare to close out the first half with three games in Cincinnati, here are three takeaways from their series victory a...
Chicago Tribune
July 9, 2026
Photos: Chicago White Sox lose 2-1 to Boston Red Sox
Photos from the Chicago White Sox’s 2-1 loss to the Boston Red Sox on July 9, 2026, at Rate Field.
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July 9, 2026
Chicago White Sox hope Munetaka Murakami can provide ‘a great jolt’ in return Friday after being swept at home
The Chicago White Sox plan to reinstate slugger Munetaka Murakami from the IL on Friday. He’ll return to a lineup that scored only two runs...
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July 9, 2026
Chicago Park District to upgrade air conditioning in fieldhouses in heat-vulnerable neighborhoods
As part of the $1 million investment, 20 sites on the city’s West and South sides will be equipped with improved systems by the end of the s...
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July 9, 2026
Kylian Mbappé has a goal and an assist as France beats Morocco to reach World Cup semifinals
Kylian Mbappé’s goal in the 60th minute was the 20th of his World Cup career, moving him one behind Argentina captain Lionel Messi.
Chicago Tribune
July 9, 2026
Who will replace Graham Platner on the Maine ballot? These Democrats are raising their hands.
Democrats in Maine are beginning a sprint to nominate a new candidate for a pivotal U.S. Senate seat.
Chicago Tribune
July 9, 2026
Aldermen reject Mayor Brandon Johnson’s move to ask voters if millionaires should be taxed
Chicago aldermen Thursday struck down most of Mayor Brandon Johnson’s last-minute progressive questions to ask voters this autumn.
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July 9, 2026
Filming notices pop up downtown for ‘Holiday Touchdown’ movie featuring Chicago Bears
Crew members and people involved with “Holiday Touchdown: A Bears Love Story,” could be seen loading equipment, moving costumes and wardrobe...
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July 9, 2026
Domestic violence task force calls for Cook County courts to open up records
The Cook County Violence Against Women Task Force wants more data to be public and to ensure Cook County Courts are subject to open records...
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July 9, 2026
Lockport panel narrowly approves shorter cell tower at high school fields
A Lockport panel narrowly approved plans for a 90-foot cell tower at Lockport Township District 205 baseball and softball fields.
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July 9, 2026
Federal appeals court upholds Illinois assault weapons ban, overturning lower court ruling
A federal appeals court in Chicago on Thursday upheld Illinois’ 2023 assault weapons ban, overturning a lower court decision and delivering...
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July 9, 2026
Vintage Chicago Tribune: Evolution of Illinois Tollway Oases — and why they’ve disappeared recently
Enter the oasis. Unlike any other roadside stop in the United States, the over-the-highway pit-stop allowed weary travelers to do all these...
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July 9, 2026
Mother McAuley grad earns Paul Simon prize for voter education website plan
Isabella Taylor’s plan to create a YouTube channel to inform young voters about candidates and issues earned a Paul Simon Institute prize.
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July 9, 2026
Beatrice Lumpkin, union organizer and civil rights advocate, dies at 107
Beatrice Lumpkin, 107, died of heart failure on June 14 at the Montgomery Place senior living community in Hyde Park, said her son, John.
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July 9, 2026
TESO Life — ‘Asian Target’ store — to open Saturday in Naperville
Naperville residents’ chance to shop till they drop at what some say is an Asian Target store comes Saturday when TESO Life opens.
Chicago Tribune
July 9, 2026
Suspect in Charlie Kirk killing said ‘he wishes he hadn’t done it,’ roommate says in police video
The defendant in Charlie Kirk’s killing told his roommate “he wishes he hadn’t done it” the day after Kirk was shot in the neck while speaki...
Chicago Tribune
July 9, 2026
Dixon, Martinez say they’re running for Elgin mayor in 2027
Elgin City Council members Corey Dixon and Rose Martinez say they’ll be candidates for mayor in the city’s next’s municipal election.
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July 9, 2026
Health insurers propose double-digit-percentage price increases for Illinois exchange plans
For 2027, the state’s largest health insurer, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, is proposing an average price increase of 14.9% across...
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July 9, 2026
Anderson Humane takes in 6 dogs after tornado destroys their shelter
Six dogs living in a downstate Springfield shelter destroyed by a tornado have been taken in by Anderson Humane in South Elgin.
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July 9, 2026
Elgin News Digest: ‘How to Train Your Dragon 2’ screening; Kane storm damage survey now available
Roundup of small news items for the Elgin area.
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July 9, 2026
Judge says US Attorney Andrew Boutros violated her order in Tren de Aragua case, but issues no sanctions
A contrite U.S. Attorney Andrew Boutros told a federal magistrate judge Thursday he was confident that a murder and kidnapping case involvin...
Chicago Tribune
July 9, 2026
Montgomery names new police chief
Christopher Burne, the former deputy chief of police in Romeoville, has been named the new chief of police in Montgomery, village officials...
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July 9, 2026
Merrillville may back down on Rokita threat about ICE center opposition
The Merrillville Town Council may acquiesce to Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita’s threat to sue it over its resolution opposing ICE proc...
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July 9, 2026
Anaheim Ducks keep Leo Carlsson, matching the Philadelphia Flyers’ 5-year, $90 million offer sheet
Leo Carlsson, 21, is now the NHL’s highest-paid player under the five-year, $90 million deal that the Anaheim Ducks matched.
Chicago Tribune
July 9, 2026
Coco Gauff’s Wimbledon run ends in dramatic semifinal tiebreaker vs. Karolina Muchova
Karolina Muchova beat Coco Gauff 6-2, 1-6, 7-6 (10) to become the fourth Czech woman in the last six years to reach the Wimbledon final.
Chicago Tribune
July 9, 2026
Second suspect in 2024 Chatham triple homicide charged
Years after a quadruple shooting inside a Chatham home left 14-year-old Amere Deese dead alongside two other men, authorities have charged a...
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July 9, 2026
Batavia child who drowned in Geneva Lake boat accident was an ‘amazing girl,’ family says in online fundraiser
The family identified Kathryn Schmidt, 10, of Batavia, on the verified GoFundMe that launched late Wednesday.
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July 9, 2026
Dirty sodas are heading to these Chicago suburbs as Swig is set to open 13 locations
The favorite drinks of your favorite Mormon wives are coming to the suburbs.
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July 9, 2026
Deerfield solar array promises big savings: ‘A major accomplishment’
According to Mayor Daniel Shapiro, about 70% of the roughly $2 million project, built by Veregy, was covered by state, federal and utility i...
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July 9, 2026
Burns Harbor still looking for a clerk-treasurer after most recent resignation in May
No one has stepped forward yet to apply for the vacant Burns Harbor clerk-treasurer’s job.
Chicago Tribune
July 9, 2026
Niles Township D219 Board dismisses teacher for comments deemed inappropriate
Niles West High School fired a teacher after they said he made a recially-tinged, ‘inappropriate’ comment to a student.
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July 9, 2026
Chicago Tribune seeks ‘serious sanctions’ against OpenAI as deception alleged in copyright lawsuit
The Chicago Tribune and other media outlets are asking for “serious sanctions” against OpenAI, according to a new motion filed Thursday.
Chicago Tribune
July 9, 2026
Pedestrian seriously injured Wednesday night in hit-and-run in Loop
A pedestrian was seriously injured Wednesday night in an hit-and-run accident downtown on DuSable Lake Shore Drive, Chicago police said.
Chicago Tribune
July 9, 2026
World Cup: Your team’s been knocked out. Who should you support now?
If your team is out of the World Cup, don’t worry. Here’s a guide to help you pick a new favorite from the quarterfinalists.
Chicago Tribune
July 9, 2026
Dailyn Swain plans to redefine himself as a playmaker with the Chicago Bulls. Summer league is the first step.
Dailyn Swain was known in college for his scoring prowess. Now, the No. 15 pick needs to develop on the ball during his rookie season with t...
Chicago Tribune
July 9, 2026
2026 MLB draft: White Sox have the No. 1 pick while the Cubs sit at No. 23. Here’s what else to know.
The 2026 MLB draft begins Saturday, and the Chicago White Sox will pick No. 1 for the first time in 49 years. Here’s what else to know about...
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July 9, 2026
World Cup quarterfinals feature soccer powerhouses from Argentina and Spain to France and England
Eight teams are left in the World Cup, and the quarterfinals feature the top four countries in FIFA’s pre-tournament men’s world rankings pl...
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July 9, 2026
Experience cozy evenings with these premium outdoor gas fire pits
There are many factors to consider when choosing a gas fire pit, from cost to features to overall aesthetics, and this handy guide covers th...
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July 9, 2026
50 years of Rush in Chicago: A local history of the band in 10 concerts
Rush arrives soon for a series of concerts at the United Center. The veteran prog-rockers have had a close history with this town since they...
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July 9, 2026
Review: ‘Hamlet’ and ‘Importance of Being Earnest’ make for a new milestone in Oak Park
Given the strength of the performances and direction, I suspect that “Hamlet” and “Earnest” will remain in my theatrical memory bank as high...
Chicago Tribune
July 9, 2026
Review: ‘Gail Daughtry and the Celebrity Sex Pass’ is not quite ‘Wet Hot’ fun
Gail Daughtry (Zoey Deutch) is a chipper hairdresser from Kansas thrown into an infidelity crisis, which is how she ends up in Los Angeles d...
Chicago Tribune
July 9, 2026
State OKs funding for affordable housing development in Oak Park
The Illinois Housing Development Authority approved two tax credit funding for an upcoming affordable housing complex in Oak Park.
Chicago Tribune
July 9, 2026
Jack Lavin: The path to a stronger Chicago starts with growth
Achieving growth in Chicago relies on businesses of all sizes expanding where there’s capacity, leading to more jobs and a broader tax base.
Chicago Tribune
July 9, 2026
Chicken coup? Family flap over control of famous Harold’s Chicken Shack brand lands in court
Six months after the death of Harold’s Chicken Shack CEO Kristen Pierce-Sherrod, the question remains: Who owns the iconic Chicago restauran...
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July 9, 2026
Helmut Paul: Why doesn’t more of Chicago feel at home at the Lyric Opera?
The flashes of innovation are present at the Lyric Opera in Chicago. What is missing is sustained community.
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July 9, 2026
Review: Too soon? Live-action ‘Moana’ has Dwayne Johnson returning as co-star
Is a live-action remake of “Moana” necessary, only 10 years after the original animated film premiered?
Chicago Tribune
July 9, 2026
Chicago FBI boss forced into early retirement, skips lunch with US Attorney Boutros
Douglas DePodesta’s impressive FBI career came to an abrupt end this week as he was forced to retire early due to a falling out with bosses...
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July 9, 2026