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July 9, 2026
Editorial: Cook County’s system revictimizes survivors of domestic abuse
A civilized society does not merely pass laws against domestic violence, it builds institutions capable of protecting the people those laws...
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July 9, 2026
Editorial: Mayor Brandon Johnson says Chicagoans want a ‘revolution.’ How about competence, Mr. Mayor?
Mayoral rhetoric trashing business is really hammering at Chicago’s future.
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July 9, 2026
North Center 6-bedroom home with retractable screened deck: $2.2M
This six-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath brick home in North Center has an open floor plan with living and entertainment space on the main le...
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July 9, 2026
Suburban craft brewer Pollyanna is buying and reopening Chicago’s shuttered Alarmist brewery and taproom
Banking on the shelf life of a shuttered Chicago craft brewery, Pollyanna Brewing & Distilling has purchased Alarmist Brewing, with plans t...
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July 9, 2026
Joe Holberg: Chicago’s lead pipe crisis has an immediate fix. It costs $150 per home.
Chicago’s lead pipe problem is one of the largest public health crises in the U.S., and under-the-sink water filters can help.
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July 9, 2026
Today in Chicago History: Jerry Garcia’s last Grateful Dead show takes place at Soldier Field
Here’s a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on July 9, according to the Tribune’s archives.
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July 9, 2026
Today in History: William Jennings Bryant delivers his ‘Cross of Gold’ speech
On July 9, 1896, William Jennings Bryant delivered his famous “Cross of Gold” speech at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago.
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July 9, 2026
Asking Eric: Father-in-law won’t accept nonbinary grandchild
Dear Eric: A few years ago, my 24-year-old child came out as nonbinary and chose a new name, “Avery.” While the adjustment hasn’t always bee...
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July 9, 2026
Chicago White Sox blanked for the 4th time this season in a 5-0 loss to the Boston Red Sox
The Chicago White Sox were held to four hits for the second straight night in a 5-0 loss to the Boston Red Sox.
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July 9, 2026
Chicago White Sox’s Munetaka Murakami goes 1-for-4 with an RBI double during 2nd game for Triple-A Charlotte
Chicago White Sox slugger Munetaka Murakami had an RBI double in the first inning on Wednesday in his second injury rehab game.
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July 9, 2026
Set free by Ole Miss, St. Charles North’s Abby Zawadzki signs on with Ohio State: ‘It was a little stressful.’
St. Charles North’s Abby Zawadzki, who reopens recruiting after parting ways with Ole Miss, finds new home at Ohio State.
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July 9, 2026
Democrat Graham Platner to drop out and convention planned to find his replacement. Here’s what to know about the Maine Senate race.
With Democrat Graham Platner announcing that he’ll drop out of Maine’s U.S. Senate race, here’s what we know.
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July 9, 2026
What is cyclospora? More than 1,000 confirmed cases from diarrhea-causing parasite.
Michigan is experiencing its largest outbreak of a parasitic infection that causes severe diarrhea.
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July 9, 2026
On fifth try, Mount Carmel’s Tommy Egan pitches Troy to College World Series: ‘There was so much adrenaline.’
Mount Carmel’s Tommy Egan strikes out eight over 7 1/3 innings to send Troy University to College World Series for first time.
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July 9, 2026
Chicago Cubs CF Pete Crow-Armstrong becomes MLB’s 1st 20-20 hitter this season in multihomer game
The Chicago Cubs’ Pete Crow-Armstrong became the first hitter with at least 20 home runs and 20 steals in MLB this season when he went deep...
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July 9, 2026
Phil Regan, former Cubs and White Sox pitcher and a longtime coach, dies at 89
Phil Regan, who pitched for four major-league teams over 13 years before spending five more decades in the game as a coach, manager and scou...
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July 9, 2026
World Cup: US star Christian Pulisic fractured his leg in 4-1 loss to Belgium
U.S. star Christian Pulisic fractured his right leg during the Americans’ World Cup loss to Belgium and will be sidelined for several weeks.
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July 8, 2026
Return to starting in 2026 ‘not realistic’ for Chicago Cubs’ Justin Steele as he continues injury recovery
Chicago Cubs’ Justin Steele is scheduled to start throwing off a mound the first week of August. He could return this season, but likely not...
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July 8, 2026
Chicago White Sox top prospect Caleb Bonemer preparing for ‘special opportunity’ at MLB All-Star Futures Game
Caleb Bonemer, the top-ranked prospect in the Chicago White Sox organization, is set to play in the MLB All-Star Futures Game on Sunday in P...
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July 8, 2026
Dylan Cease’s bid for 2nd career no-hitter ends in 9th inning of Toronto Blue Jays’ 10-0 win
Dylan Cease of the Toronto Blue Jays took a no-hitter into the ninth inning Wednesday before the San Francisco Giants’ Heliot Ramos broke it...
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July 8, 2026
Judge to bring US Attorney Boutros to court over Tren de Aragua case
A federal magistrate judge on Wednesday refused to cancel a hearing where U.S. Attorney Andrew Boutros potentially would have to explain why...
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July 8, 2026
Prime Healthcare seeks to permanently close inpatient pediatric unit at St. Joseph hospital in Joliet
Prime Healthcare plans to permanently close the inpatient pediatrics unit at St. Joseph Medical Center in Joliet – adding the hospital to a...
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July 8, 2026
Mild earthquake reported in Lake Michigan off the shore of northern suburbs, officials say
The earthquake, which stretched about 3.1 miles deep, took place 13.8 miles northeast of Evanston.
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July 8, 2026
Aurora announces schedule for Friday fireworks show
Aurora officials have announced details of the city’s rescheduled July 3 fireworks show, which will now take place from 6 to 10 p.m. Friday,...
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July 8, 2026
Indiana Gov. Mike Braun: Hammond stadium for Bears ‘in the red zone’
Indiana Gov. Mike Braun discussed his Chicago Bears playbook Wednesday, saying the bid for a Hammond stadium is in the red zone.
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July 8, 2026
British wild card Arthur Fery meets the queen — and then reaches Wimbledon semifinals
Arthur Fery grew up five minutes from the All England Club, and now the 114th-ranked player is a semifinalist at Wimbledon.
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July 8, 2026
Connor Bedard will be out 4 months after the Chicago Blackhawks star has left shoulder surgery
The Chicago Blackhawks will be without star center Connor Bedard for at least the first month of the regular season after he underwent surge...
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July 8, 2026
Bolingbrook, Homer Glen mayors urge residents to fight Illinois American Water rate hike
Bolingbrook Mayor Mary Alexander-Basta and Homer Glen Mayor Christina Neitzke-Troike urge residents to attend ICC hearing July 14.
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July 8, 2026
Highland Park Players staging ‘Beautiful: The Carole King Musical’: ‘I fell in love with the story’
The Highland Park Players are presenting the Tony and Grammy award-winning musical from July 17-26 at the McGrath Performing Arts Center, 34...
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July 8, 2026
Justin Verlander plans to retire after the season, capping a 21-year career with 3 Cy Young Awards
Justin Verlander, the three-time Cy Young Award winner, two-time World Series champion and 2011 AL MVP, will retire after this season with t...
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July 8, 2026
Lionel Messi and Chicago Fire’s Hugo Cuypers among 29 selected to represent MLS vs. LIGA MX in All-Star Game
By STEVE REED CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Lionel Messi, the World Cup’s all-time leading goal scorer, was among 29 players selected to the repres...
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July 8, 2026
Former Wisconsin judge spared prison for obstructing ICE arrest of Mexican immigrant
Former Wisconsin Judge Hannah Dugan was spared from prison Wednesday for ushering a Mexican defendant out of her courtroom to evade U.S. Imm...
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July 8, 2026
It’s (almost) official: Welcome to President Donald J. Trump International Airport
Signage is already directing people to the rebranded President Donald J. Trump International Airport in Palm Beach County despite litigation...
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July 8, 2026
Lincolnway Special Recreation Association marks 50th birthday as athletes bring home medals from USA Games
Lincolnway Special Recreation Association in New Lenox marks 50th year as its athletes bring home medals from SPecial Olympics USA Games.
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July 8, 2026
Ald. Marty Quinn won’t run for reelection, in first City Council retirement of this cycle
The political lieutenant of former Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan has opposed Mayor Brandon Johnson in a handful of legislative skirmis...
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July 8, 2026
Chicago Public Library Foundation gets a new president and CEO
As the Chicago Public Library Foundation — a nonprofit established in 1986 as the fundraising partner of the Chicago Public Library — celebr...
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July 8, 2026
Fomer Chicago Bulls player Omer Asik lists condo for $3.5M
Former Chicago Bulls center Omer Asik on June 10 placed his three-bedroom, 2,703-square-foot condominium on the seventh floor of the buildin...
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July 8, 2026
Obama Center will host WNBA All-Star events in place of unfinished Chicago Sky facility
The recently opened Obama Presidential Center will play a major part in WNBA All-Star weekend with the Chicago Sky’s training facility in Be...
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July 8, 2026
Feds indict state Rep. Carol Ammons and Champaign County Clerk Aaron Ammons on fraud and obstruction charges
A federal grand jury indicted Democratic state Rep. Carol Ammons of Urbana on wire fraud and other charges.
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July 8, 2026
Women’s pro baseball league unveils nicknames inspired by pioneering women ahead of inaugural season
The Women’s Professional Baseball League on Wednesday unveiled the nicknames and logos of its four teams ahead of its inaugural season, with...
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July 8, 2026
Northwestern study shows transplants boost survival for patients with terminal lung cancer
Northwestern doctors hope a new study will be a gamechanger when it comes to transplants for people with advanced lung cancer.
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July 8, 2026
Wheaton students among the victims of fatal boat accident in Lake Geneva, school district officials confirm
Wheaton school officials Wednesday confirmed that children who drowned in Geneva Lake in a massive storm Friday were students in its distric...
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July 8, 2026
South Shore Line’s limited service expected to last two more weeks
Repairs are underway to the South Shore Line’s infrastructure damaged by a June 24 freight train derailment near the East Chicago station.
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July 8, 2026
Victim found fatally wounded Tuesday night in West Side alley
He was taken in critical condition to Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center where he was pronounced dead.
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July 8, 2026
Federal immigration agent fatally shoots man in Houston during an enforcement operation
A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer shot and killed a man in Houston after he attempted to evade arrest in his vehicle during...
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July 8, 2026
Iran and US trade fire and Trump calls the ceasefire into question
Iran targeted American military sites in the Gulf on Wednesday after the U.S. launched strikes on several places in Iran and reinstated sanc...
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July 8, 2026
Trump blasts NATO for rejecting his efforts to claim Greenland as leaders hold a summit in Turkey
U.S. President Donald Trump took aim at his NATO partners at a summit in Turkey on Wednesday, saying he was unhappy with the alliance for pu...
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July 8, 2026
66-year-old woman critically wounded Tuesday in Englewood
A 66-tear-old woman who was waiting on a ride was critically wounded Tuesday night in a drive-by shooting in the Englewood neighborhood, Chi...
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July 8, 2026
Chicago Bulls’ Noa Essengue gets a 2nd chance at a 1st impression after a lost rookie season
After playing in only two NBA games as a rookie, Chicago Bulls forward Noa Essengue has a lot to prove in both summer league and his second...
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July 8, 2026