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November 23, 2024
Illinois education leaders launch ‘Vision 2030’ aiming to ensure predictable funding, school safety and ‘future-focused’ learning
Illinois education leaders launch Vision 2030 plan to boost K-12 learning across the state.
Chicago Tribune
November 23, 2024
Naperville seeking expert panel advice on possible Fifth Avenue land development
The Naperville City Council is seeking outside guidance to assist it in deciding how — or if — it should proceed on pursuing new projects fo...
Chicago Tribune
November 23, 2024
Chicago White Sox decline to tender contracts to 1B/OF Gavin Sheets and reliever Enyel De Los Santos
The Chicago White Sox on Friday declined to tender contracts to first baseman/outfielder Gavin Sheets and reliever Enyel De Los Santos.
Chicago Tribune
November 23, 2024
Donald Trump chooses Scott Bessent to be Treasury secretary and Ruseel Vought as top budget official
President-elect Donald Trump announced Friday that he’ll nominate former George Soros money manager Scott Bessent, an advocate for deficit r...
Chicago Tribune
November 22, 2024
Donald Trump gave Interior nominee one directive for a half-billion acres of US land: ‘Drill.’
Donald Trump assigned Doug Burgum a singular mission in nominating the governor of oil-rich North Dakota to lead an agency that oversees a h...
Chicago Tribune
November 22, 2024
NATO and Ukraine to hold emergency talks after Russia’s attack with new hypersonic missile
NATO and Ukraine will hold emergency talks Tuesday after Russia attacked a central city with an experimental, hypersonic ballistic missile t...
Chicago Tribune
November 22, 2024
5 things to watch in the Chicago Bears-Minnesota Vikings game, plus our Week 12 predictions
All eyes will be on how Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams handles the Minnesota Vikings’ elite defense Sunday in the NFC North matchu...
Chicago Tribune
November 22, 2024
Health department: Outbreak at Lane Tech High School signals whooping cough back at pre-pandemic levels
An outbreak of whooping cough at Chicago’s Lane Tech High School according to the Chicago Department of Public Health signals strong return...
Chicago Tribune
November 22, 2024
Democrats push possible Trump response, other state legislative matters to New Year
Democrats say they’re still mulling measures to deal with Trump after state legislature’s fall session adjourns.
Chicago Tribune
November 22, 2024
JD Vance takes on a more visible transition role, working to boost Donald Trump’s most contentious picks
After several weeks working mostly behind closed doors, Vice President-elect JD Vance returned to Capitol Hill this week in a new, more visi...
Chicago Tribune
November 22, 2024
Man googled Jewish synagogues and community centers prior to West Rogers Park attack, prosecutors say
A man accused of shooting and injuring and a 39-year-old man who was on his way to synagogue in West Rogers Park last month used his phone t...
Chicago Tribune
November 22, 2024
Hinsdale South student accused of bringing loaded gun to school
A student at Hinsdale South High School faces two felony charges after police said he brought a loaded gun to school on Nov. 21.
Chicago Tribune
November 22, 2024
Experts suggest how to survive a post-election Thanksgiving gathering; ‘There might be a difference of opinion, but this is your family’
Despite its more optimistic themes, Thanksgiving is seen by many as a time for family fights as much as friendly gatherings.
Chicago Tribune
November 22, 2024
Feds dubious of Munster’s Ridge Road redo
The Federal Highway Administration has rendered an opinion on the Town of Munster’s new Ridge Road configuration: “Not so fast.”
Chicago Tribune
November 22, 2024
Worship news: Relic in Valparaiso and new member coffee event
News and events at local houses of worship
Chicago Tribune
November 22, 2024
Blue Man Group will close in January
The long-running show that has played in Chicago for decades will put on its final performance at the Briar Street Theatre on Jan. 5, 2025.
Chicago Tribune
November 22, 2024
Lake County gathering public input on improving roadway safety; ‘There is an increase in fatal and severe-injury crashes’
Community members offered their ideas and concerns during a public meeting of the Lake County Safety Action Plan steering committee Thursday...
Chicago Tribune
November 22, 2024
Howard Brown to pay $1.3M to laid-off workers as part of settlement agreement
The settlement agreement resolves a complaint by labor board officials that alleged the health center had laid illegally laid off workers wi...
Chicago Tribune
November 22, 2024
Midwest hydrogen hub is moving forward with $22M federal award, but community concerns persist
Proposed “clean hydrogen hub” would span Illinois, Michigan, Indiana and Iowa, but activists worry about environmental and health impacts.
Chicago Tribune
November 22, 2024
Matt Gaetz says he won’t return to Congress next year after withdrawing name for attorney general
Former Rep. Matt Gaetz said Friday that he will not be returning to Congress after withdrawing his name from consideration to be attorney ge...
Chicago Tribune
November 22, 2024
Alyssa Nakken, the 1st full-time female coach in MLB history, is leaving the Giants to join Guardians
Alyssa Nakken, the first woman to coach in a Major League Baseball game, is leaving the San Francisco Giants to join the Cleveland Guardians...
Chicago Tribune
November 22, 2024
2 men convicted of charges related to human smuggling after scheme led to an Indian family’s death
A jury convicted two men of charges related to human smuggling for their roles in an international operation that led to the deaths of a fam...
Chicago Tribune
November 22, 2024
Plea submitted in Portage multi-car accident in which Chesterton teacher died
A Portage man facing felony charges for allegedly causing a multi-car crash in Portage two years ago in which a Chesterton Middle School tea...
Chicago Tribune
November 22, 2024
New Salvation Army Family Store opens in Darien
The Salvation Army has opened a new Family Store in Darien, about two weeks after it had to close its previous location in the city.
Chicago Tribune
November 22, 2024
Barbara Taylor Bowman, leader in early childhood education efforts, dies at 96
Barbara Taylor Bowman, a nationally recognized though leader in early childhood education, has died.
Chicago Tribune
November 22, 2024
Noodles and wine are the secret ingredients for a strange new twist in Chinese doping saga
Blame it on the noodles. That’s what one Chinese official suggested when anti-doping leaders were looking for answers for the doping scandal...
Chicago Tribune
November 22, 2024
Chicago White Sox’s fan festival returns for 1st time since 2020: ‘SoxFest Live’ will be at Ramova Theatre
“SoxFest Live,” will take place from 5-9 p.m. on Jan. 24 and Jan. 25 at Ramova Theatre, the Chicago White Sox announced. Tickets go on sale...
Chicago Tribune
November 22, 2024
Review: Slow Pulp delivers an intimate and potent homecoming set at Thalia Hall
Playing from their breakthrough 2023 album “Yard,” lead singer Emily Massey glided through the tracks with ease, sounding even better live t...
Chicago Tribune
November 22, 2024
Review: ‘Annie’ at the Chicago Theatre is a lovely new production with the best Sandy ever
This is a wholly traditional “Annie,” with an experienced cast and real emotional connection. And don’t worry, kids, Sandy will be fine. A m...
Chicago Tribune
November 22, 2024
Supreme Court allows multibillion-dollar class action lawsuit to proceed against Meta
The Supreme Court is allowing a multibillion-dollar class action investors’ lawsuit to proceed against Facebook parent Meta, stemming from t...
Chicago Tribune
November 22, 2024
Chicago Thanksgiving weather: chilly and possibly wet
Temperatures for Turkey Day itself are expected to be in the upper 30s, with a predicted high of 40 degrees Fahrenheit, according to the Nat...
Chicago Tribune
November 22, 2024
NBA urges players to take additional precautions to secure their homes following high-profile burglaries
The NBA is urging its players to take additional precautions to secure their homes following reports of recent high-profile burglaries of dw...
Chicago Tribune
November 22, 2024
‘I don’t care if it’s below zero’: Chicago ‘Sleep Out’ aims to raise awareness about youth homelessness
About 60 people slept outside a Loop high-rise Thursday to fundraise for Covenant House Illinois, which provides housing and social services...
Chicago Tribune
November 22, 2024
Here’s when Chicago received its first snow of the fall season, going back more than 135 years
Snow has arrived in Chicago! And the first measurable snow of the 2024-2025 season was impressive.
Chicago Tribune
November 22, 2024
5 takeaways from the Chicago Blackhawks’ 3-1 win, including Connor Bedard’s defense being the best offense
Teuvo Teräväinen got back on the board and Connor Bedard played more defense than offense in the Chicago Blackhawks’ tense victory over the...
Chicago Tribune
November 22, 2024
Christmas TV movies are in their Taylor Swift era, with two Swift-inspired films airing this year
Two new Christmas TV movies have a Taylor Swift connection that her fans would have no problem decoding.
Chicago Tribune
November 22, 2024
Chicago weather: What’s normal for fall’s first freeze and first snow? And when does it happen?
Chicago experiences higher temperatures longer than outlying suburbs due to the urban heat-island effect.
Chicago Tribune
November 22, 2024
Retired WMAQ-Channel 5 reporter Renee Ferguson sells Kenwood home for $775,000
Located just two blocks north of former President Barack Obama’s home, the house has two fireplaces and leaded glass windows.
Chicago Tribune
November 22, 2024
McDonald’s to expand US value menu as fast food chains battle for bargain seekers
McDonald’s will expand its U.S. value menu early next year as it continues to try to win back inflation-weary customers.
Chicago Tribune
November 22, 2024
DirecTV calls off acquisition of rival Dish, possibly ending a yearslong pursuit
DirecTV is calling off its planned acquisition of rival Dish after the offer was rejected by bond holders at that company.
Chicago Tribune
November 22, 2024
Minnesota Vikings tight end T.J. Hockenson should see his workload increase in Week 12 matchup vs. Chicago Bears
It’s a good bet that tight end T.J. Hockenson will see his workload increase when the Minnesota Vikings play the Chicago Bears in a Week 12...
Chicago Tribune
November 22, 2024
St. Petersburg council rejects immediate repair to Tampa Bay Rays’ ballpark roof after initially giving approval
The St. Petersburg City Council reversed course Thursday on whether to spend more than $23 million to repair the hurricane-shredded roof of...
Chicago Tribune
November 22, 2024
US budget airlines are struggling. Will pursuing premium passengers solve their problems?
Delta and United have become the most profitable U.S. airlines by targeting premium customers while also winning back a significant share of...
Chicago Tribune
November 22, 2024
More aid workers have been killed in 2024 than in any other year, UN says
More aid workers, health care staffers, delivery personnel and other humanitarians have been killed in 2024 than in any other single year, t...
Chicago Tribune
November 22, 2024
No. 25 Illinois visits Rutgers with both teams trending upward in the Big Ten
After years of being at the bottom of the Big Ten, No. 25 Illinois and Rutgers are going in the right direction under coaches Bret Bielema a...
Chicago Tribune
November 22, 2024
Fourth-and-3. Game on the line. How Chicago Bears rookie Rome Odunze made a ‘Vegas’ gamble pay off.
Through the biggest-picture lens, Rome Odunze’s two final-drive catches against the Green Bay Packers remain significant as the Chicago Bear...
Chicago Tribune
November 22, 2024
Zach LaVine strives for success through selflessness with the Chicago Bulls: ‘I’m being true to myself’
In his 11th NBA season, Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine is back slinging 3-pointers and throwing down splashy dunks. And he’s doing it with...
Chicago Tribune
November 22, 2024
Surprise! It’s No. 5 Indiana — not Michigan — that’s facing No. 2 Ohio State with postseason chances on the line
The college football world will get a treat when undefeated and No. 5 Indiana plays No. 2 Ohio State at the Horseshoe, where the Hoosiers ha...
Chicago Tribune
November 22, 2024
Michigan hosts Northwestern with both teams looking to maintain their bowl chances
If Northwestern pulls off an upset at Michigan and beats Illinois at Wrigley Field, it could play in the postseason for the second time in t...
Chicago Tribune
November 22, 2024