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September 16, 2024
Column: At the 76th Emmys, the Academy looked backwards … and 5 other observations
Hollywood is in flux and turmoil. So was it any surprise the 76th Emmy Awards chose to look backwards, hoping nostalgia would do the work of...
Chicago Tribune
September 16, 2024
Community news: IUN art exhibit, Dunes Learning Center gala, elderberry syrup processing
News and events around Northwest Indiana
Chicago Tribune
September 16, 2024
Joliet schools switch to remote learning following social media threat
Most Joliet public schools will operate remotely Monday after violent threats were posted on social media.
Chicago Tribune
September 16, 2024
Lambs Farm’s Fall on the Farm event gives visitors a taste of autumn; ‘There is something for everyone’
The Lambs Farm campus featured offerings such as barrel-train rides powered by a tractor, actual vintage tractor rides, fall crafts, farmyar...
Chicago Tribune
September 16, 2024
‘All good here’ was 1 of the final texts sent from the doomed Titan submersible, hearing reveals
Among the last words heard from the crew of an experimental submersible headed for the wreck of the Titanic were “all good here,” according...
Chicago Tribune
September 16, 2024
Trey Madsen dives headfirst into his North Central College debut even as he’s ‘feeling the emotions’ at Aurora
Madsen, who transferred from Aurora University, returned there for NCC’s season opener.
Chicago Tribune
September 16, 2024
Construction begins on North Chicago elementary school for Navy families; ‘That will enhance national security’
Schneider, Price, U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin, D-Springfield, and other school and local officials broke ground Friday for the new Forrestal Eleme...
Chicago Tribune
September 16, 2024
Top hemp oils to support your health naturally
Our team of experts has selected the best hemp oils out of various options.
Chicago Tribune
September 16, 2024
Chicago police: Man shot in right eye dies in Englewood neighborhood
Police said the man, who was between 18 and 22 years old, was given medical aid at the scene but died soon after officers arrived
Chicago Tribune
September 16, 2024
CPD: Guns stolen from 14 vehicles on Near South Side streets since July
Residents of the Near South Side should park in well-lit areas and away from large vehicles, which may offer privacy for thieves
Chicago Tribune
September 16, 2024
Chicago homicides in 2024: 412 people slain. Here’s how that compares with previous years.
Chicago homicide data, which is updated on this page weekly, is through Sept. 14, 2024.
Chicago Tribune
September 16, 2024
The presidential campaign moves forward after another apparent attempt on Trump’s life
Monday marks 50 days until the 2024 presidential election in a campaign that was already among the most turbulent in American history even b...
Chicago Tribune
September 16, 2024
Man accused of trying to kill Trump wrote a book urging Iran to assassinate the ex-president
Ryan Routh portrayed himself online as a man who built housing for homeless people in Hawaii, tried to recruit fighters for Ukraine to defen...
Chicago Tribune
September 16, 2024
One collarbone injury after another weighed on Wauconda’s Jacob Hawley. ‘I always had the fear.’ Not anymore.
Hawley, who has remained healthy through three games, leads Wauconda in rushing yards.
Chicago Tribune
September 16, 2024
Gear up with these top laser tag sets for ultimate fun
Laser tag is a great way to spend a couple of hours with friends and family. It can be played indoors or outdoors and comes in many differen...
Chicago Tribune
September 16, 2024
Blend like a pro with these top KitchenAid blenders
For making a fresh smoothie, frozen cocktails for parties or milkshakes for the kids, a blender is usually a must-have kitchen appliance.
Chicago Tribune
September 16, 2024
Former Madigan aide to face cross-examination in bribery trial of ex-AT&T Illinois boss
Longtime Springfield insider Tom Cullen will face cross-examination Monday in the trial of a former AT&T Illinois boss accused of bribing Ho...
Chicago Tribune
September 16, 2024
Don’t tell Aurora University’s Tyler Adkins he’s the starter after another strong game at QB. ‘Whoever is hot is playing.’
Tyler Adkins was a bright spot for AU in a 48-21 loss to North Central College, completing 22 of 40 passes for 289 yards and a TD.
Chicago Tribune
September 16, 2024
Now, with years of experience, Sandburg quarterback Anthony Shelton keeps his cool. ‘One play doesn’t matter.’
Anthony Shelton threw for 291 yards and two TDs for Sandburg in a wild 63-34 victory over Homewood-Flossmoor.
Chicago Tribune
September 16, 2024
Lake Central’s Mika Salinas couldn’t wait to do something. Getting her chance, ‘she’s doing everything.’
Salinas is finding numerous ways to contribute in her only season as a full-time varsity player.
Chicago Tribune
September 16, 2024
WNBA playoff seeds are still mostly undecided as league enters the final week of regular season
The WNBA regular season comes down to the final four days this week with all 12 teams playing Thursday to close it out. The postseason begin...
Chicago Tribune
September 16, 2024
Another discombobulated effort on offense: Brad Biggs’ 10 thoughts on the Chicago Bears’ Week 2 loss
Brad Biggs’ 10 thoughts on the Week 2 loss and where the Chicago Bears are with a nonexistent run game and no ability to create explosive pl...
Chicago Tribune
September 16, 2024
Tito Jackson’s family says the Jackson 5 member has died at 70
Tito Jackson, one of the brothers who made up the beloved pop group the Jackson 5, has died at age 70.
Chicago Tribune
September 16, 2024
Englewood festival notches a quarter-century of jazz on the South Side
Before the Englewood Jazz Festival begins Thursday, its founder Ernest Dawkins takes a moment to remember big musical moments — and the lean...
Chicago Tribune
September 16, 2024
‘High Potential’ review: The Erin Brockovich of police procedurals
ABC’s new case-of-the-week series stars Kaitlin Olson as a single mom and former cleaning woman with a great eye (and memory) for detail, wh...
Chicago Tribune
September 16, 2024
Editorial: If we stop making electric vehicles a political football, the market will grow faster
News of the electric vehicle market’s demise not only is premature, it’s wrong.
Chicago Tribune
September 16, 2024
Downstate federal trial poses latest test for Illinois gun ban
A federal trial set to begin Sept. 16 in East St. Louis poses the latest test for Illinois’ sweeping gun ban.
Chicago Tribune
September 16, 2024
Developers propose 27-story apartment tower for downtown Evanston
GW Properties, which acquired Church Street Plaza in 2021, along with its partner, Chicago-based Luxury Living, submitted an initial zoning...
Chicago Tribune
September 16, 2024
Get out your old antenna, sports fans. Chicago Sports Network to launch Oct. 1 on DirecTV and free TV.
The Chicago Sports Network is supplanting NBC Sports Chicago, the 20-year-old regional sports network whose broadcast rights expire after th...
Chicago Tribune
September 16, 2024
Richard Boykin: The Tyreek Hill police encounter is a teachable moment
The Miami officers must understand the dehumanization of Hill further erodes trust between law enforcement and the communities they serve.
Chicago Tribune
September 16, 2024
Martin Rivera: Puerto Ricans deserve to decide their political future
The Puerto Rico Status Act is a win for all Puerto Ricans, offering multiple paths to end its unincorporated territory status.
Chicago Tribune
September 16, 2024
Mayor Johnson slow on push to put civilians in CPD jobs
Mayor Johnson pledged to create 398 civilian Police Department jobs in his 2024 budget, but only 51 of those roles have been filled.
Chicago Tribune
September 16, 2024
University researchers: How can we engage parents so their kids show up for preschool?
Research shows that the school-parent interaction is where opportunity to address chronic absenteeism in preschool lies.
Chicago Tribune
September 16, 2024
Review: ‘Henry V’ at Chicago Shakespeare opens the Edward Hall era on Navy Pier
Rulers long have known that prosecuting a war against a foreign enemy is a helpful way of shifting focus from domestic strife. That’s one w...
Chicago Tribune
September 16, 2024
Letters: Those opposed to Donald Trump twist statements to support their stance
I’m hard-pressed to see an equivalent level of hatred spewed against anyone else as much as it is heaped on Donald Trump.
Chicago Tribune
September 16, 2024
Riot Fest 2024: Our picks for music acts by day, from Fall Out Boy to Rob Zombie
The bands and artists not to miss across three days and five stages in Douglass Park. Saturday seems a bit like old-school Lollapalooza and...
Chicago Tribune
September 16, 2024
Today in History: Settlers race to claim land in Oklahoma
On Sept. 16, 1893, the largest land run in U.S. history occurred as more than 100,000 white settlers rushed to claim over more than 6 millio...
Chicago Tribune
September 16, 2024
Asking Eric: Stepdaughter has never spoken to me directly
Dear Eric: I tried talking to her about the situation. Her father was there with us. She denied she was snubbing me and lied several times,...
Chicago Tribune
September 16, 2024
Chicago Bears QB Caleb Williams says he’s ‘a little bruised up’ after 7-sack game against the Houston Texans
The Houston Texans sacked Chicago Bears QB Caleb Williams seven times on “Sunday Night Football,” hit him 11 times and constantly harassed t...
Chicago Tribune
September 16, 2024
Column: Penalties. Sacks. Turnovers. It was a full basket of sloppiness for the Chicago Bears offense in Sunday’s loss.
Something about the sloppiness of Sunday night’s loss really left a mark on the Chicago Bears.
Chicago Tribune
September 16, 2024
A member of the sideline chain crew carted off after a fall in third quarter of Chicago Bears-Houston Texans game
A man who was holding the chains on the sideline at Sunday night’s Bears-Texans game was carted off the field after tripping and falling to...
Chicago Tribune
September 16, 2024
2024 Emmy Awards: The complete list of winners
Here are the winners, including several previously announced at the Creative Arts Emmys.
Chicago Tribune
September 16, 2024
‘Shogun’ wins best drama series at the Emmy Awards and sets a record for most Emmys in a season with 18
Hiroyuki Sanada won best actor in a drama for “Shogun” on Sunday night at the Emmy Awards, and Anna Sawai won best actress as they became th...
Chicago Tribune
September 16, 2024
Suspected gunman said he was willing to fight and die in Ukraine
Ryan Wesley Routh, the 58-year-old man who was arrested Sunday in connection with what the FBI described as an attempted assassination on fo...
Chicago Tribune
September 16, 2024
Justin Fields wins his 2nd straight start as sub for Russell Wilson, leading Pittsburgh Steelers past Denver Broncos 13-6
Justin Fields and the Pittsburgh Steelers squeaked past the sputtering Denver Broncos 13-6 with Russell Wilson reprising his bitter role as...
Chicago Tribune
September 16, 2024
5 things to know about the apparent assassination attempt on Trump at one of his golf courses
Here are five things to know about what happened Sunday to the Republican presidential nominee.
Chicago Tribune
September 16, 2024
‘The Bear’ sweeps early Emmys categories as Liza Colón-Zayas makes history
On the menu at the Emmy Awards: more trophies for “The Bear.”
Chicago Tribune
September 16, 2024
Chicago Sky remain in postseason hunt after 10th loss in 12 games. But is making the playoffs even in their best interest?
Even after falling out of playoff position and collapsing Sunday in a 93-88 loss to the Phoenix Mercury, the Chicago Sky haven’t lost hope.
Chicago Tribune
September 16, 2024
Kyle Hendricks is showing his best stuff of the season — and 3 more takeaways from the Chicago Cubs’ .500 road trip
Kyle Hendricks made Chicago Cubs pitching history at Coors Field in Denver with his Sunday start.
Chicago Tribune
September 15, 2024