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Chicago police stop Black drivers more often, but speed cameras are less biased

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The recent research adds to more evidence that racial bias is a problem in traffic enforcement.

15h ago

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Does Jerry Reinsdorf really want to sell the White Sox?

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Believing in such a thing blindly would be unwise.

23h ago

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Are the playoffs still the best path forward for the Sky?

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"We're not thinking [about the lottery,]" Sky coach Teresa Weatherspoon said. "We're thinking about staying in the playoffs where we are right now, bettering ourselves as we move, gaining momentum and doing what we want to do in the playoffs. That's our mission."

on Sep 6

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How an influencer from Chicago landed at the center of a federal probe into Russian meddling

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Tim Pool, a Chicago high school dropout who became an alt-right media superstar, was apparently paid $100,000 per episode by a covert propaganda campaign funded by Russia, according to a new federal indictment.

#USpol #Russia #timpool #misinformation

on Sep 6

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College football second-half preview: Best players, teams and games — and our 12 to make the playoff

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“If we can win out from here, we’re totally in,” more teams than we could count are saying.

13h ago

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Dear Abby: Married man wants me to relocate and leave my husband

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Woman is tempted to end her unhappy marriage to be with an old friend who may or may not divorce his wife.

20h ago

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Get serious about reforms to abolish political corruption in Illinois

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Campaign finance reform and ranked-choice voting would help, a leader of a nonpartisan pro-democracy group writes. Others write about the Chicago Teachers Union and CPS CEO Pedro Martinez.

on Thu, 9AM

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Sky's hasty hiring, firing of Teresa Weatherspoon is another blemish for franchise to fix

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Instead of Sky ownership adequately addressing the misstep during its first media availability since the firing, it was left to GM Jeff Pagliocca, who was hired nearly three weeks after Weatherspoon.

on Thu, 3AM

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Salt Shed concertgoers may have been exposed to rabid bats

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The Chicago Department of Public Health warns that people who attended the Goose concert at the Salt Shed Sept. 12 could have been exposed to bats with rabies. Those who had contact with bats are urged to get tested and treated.

on Oct 9

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Johnson cancels 2 months of police academy classes, orders layoff lists to cut $75M

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At an emergency Cabinet meeting Tuesday, Chief Operating Officer John Roberson ordered other department heads to identify personnel cuts and to submit their proposals by Friday. The goal is to find $75 million more in savings in 2025.

on Oct 9

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Dear Abby: Woman expects extra services from married handyman

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He's not sure his marriage can survive his friendship with the client, an older woman who slept with him and keeps wanting more.

on Oct 7

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Trevor Lawrence leads Jaguars to 1st win, 37-34 over Colts

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Tank Bigsby ran for 101 yards and two scores for Jacksonville (1-4), which won for the first time since December.

on Oct 6

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Donald Glover cancels rest of Childish Gambino tour, including Chicago show

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Actor-rapper says he has surgery scheduled for undisclosed medical issue.

on Oct 6

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Mass resignation of school board is yet another mess for mayor

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Mayor Johnson must change his ways, a Lincoln Park reader writes. Others weigh in on Pete Rose, Greyhound, voter ID, MAGA and history, and weather.

on Oct 6

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2024 Chicago School Board elections: Find your district, candidates here

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Find your Chicago School Board district and candidates with the Sun-Times, WBEZ, and Chalkbeat Chicago School Board Voter Guide.

on Oct 6

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Trump is making America worse

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Donald Trump's relentless lies and incitement have transformed this country into a less rational and less generous nation, writes columnist Mona Charen.

on Oct 5

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Congress must renew Great Lakes Restoration Initiative Act

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Every $1 in federal funding to clean up pollution and other environmental damage to the Great Lakes area yields more than $3 in economic activity, and restoration activities have bipartisan support.

on Oct 4

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Bulls guard Ayo Dosunmu ready to 'elevate' in fourth season

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“The NBA, it’s a what have you done for me lately league,” Dosunmu said. “No one cares about what you did your rookie year or last year. You have to keep proving yourself in this league.”

on Oct 4

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Chicago's bad lieutenant has cost the city millions — and counting

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Why has an officer with dozens of complaints and expensive lawsuits remained in the police department for years? It's hard not to see it as a slap in the face of any cop, or Chicagoan, who cares about good policing.

on Oct 3

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United Center's $7B transformation could break ground next summer, ownership says

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The massive project that would transform part of the West Side could have fans enjoying some of the new amenities in the next couple years.

on Oct 3

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Owners of certain Chevrolet, GMC trucks in Illinois can claim money in $35M settlement

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The proposed settlement covers models that were allegedly equipped with "unreasonably fragile" high-pressure fuel injection pumps, known as CP4s.

on Oct 3

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Things to do in Chicago Oct. 3-9: The Mix

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It's a weekend of exciting team-ups as Brittany Howard shares a bill with Michael Kiwanuka, Steve Martin cracks wise with Martin Short, and Patti LuPone graces the stage of the Lyric Opera.

on Oct 3

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Bears WR DJ Moore: Bad body language merely momentary, connection with QB Caleb Williams 'on track'

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Moore acknowledged there are times when playing with a rookie quarterback "does test your patience," but he sees a bright future with Williams.

on Oct 3

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State announces initiative to warn drivers to move over to avoid stopped vehicle accidents

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In a partnership with Google and Waze, state officials said the technology will protect law enforcement and first responders.

on Oct 3

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76-year-old woman completes walk from Chicago to Alabama for racial equity

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From April to September, Rachelle Zola walked to advocate for racial justice. She will share her message in a one-woman show Saturday at Theatre Y.

on Oct 3

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Rising whooping cough cases are another example of why vaccines matter

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Ignoring science has gotten just as contagious as the conditions that make us sick.

on Oct 3

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Bears eager, but also wary vs. Andy Dalton on Sunday

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The 36-year-old former Bears quarterback, who replaced 2023 No. 1 overall pick Bryce Young in Week 3, presents opportunity for a big-play defense. But they also know a veteran quarterback like Andy Dalton doesn’t need much of an opening to turn back the clock.

on Oct 3

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Amazing 'Saturday Night' cast re-creates chaotic minutes before the first 'Live from New York!'

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Filmmakers hone the anarchy of show's 1975 debut into a smooth, fast-paced narrative.

on Oct 3

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Doctor pleads guilty of felony in Matthew Perry ketamine case

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Mark Chavez had reached a plea agreement in the investigation into 'Friends' actor's death.

on Oct 3

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'Hoop Dreams' basketball court marks film's 30th anniversary, hopes to inspire new generation

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"I'm hoping it drives kids to say to play the game and say to themselves 'What's 'Hoop Dreams?'" said William Gates, one of the film's subjects.

on Oct 3

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Alex Caruso replacement on defense? Unlikely, but Bulls have volunteers

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Bulls coach Billy Donovan knows the defense will suffer without Caruso in the mix, but Josh Giddey - who Caruso was traded for - and Coby White sounded like they were willing to try.

on Oct 2

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Save 150-year-old Streeterville building from demolition

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A Texan who visits Chicago often says 161 E. Erie St. is worth saving. Also, readers weigh in on our downsized weather page, the vice presidential debate, and plastic bag bans.

on Oct 2

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Chicago doctors who worked in Gaza beg for cease-fire after Israeli strikes in Lebanon

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"The people in Gaza, they are not numbers," said Rajaa Musleh, the Gaza Country director for Rolling Meadows-based nonprofit MedGlobal.

on Oct 2

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MLB owner takes real responsibility (hint: It's not Jerry Reinsdorf)

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Diamondbacks owner blames himself in particular, unlike White Sox chairman, who blames everyone generally. Which is to say, no one.

on Oct 2

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Charges tossed against final defendant in killing of Chicago police Officer Clifton Lewis

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The move marks the latest fallout in a case tainted by accusations of misconduct by police and prosecutors and paves the way for Alexander Villa to leave prison just over a year after he was handed a life sentence for fatally shooting Lewis.

on Oct 2

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Bulls actions will speak much louder than words coming out of fall camp

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Led by executive vice president of basketball operations Arturas Karnisovas, the Bulls coaches and players have been saying all the right things about the 2024-25 campaign. It's just not the reality of what they really are and the direction they're headed.

on Oct 2

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Highland Park massacre suspect was denied access to attorney during interrogation, defense lawyers claim

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Attorneys for Robert Crimo III are seeking to exclude from his trial any part of the interrogation after he was allegedly denied access to a family lawyer who asked to speak with him the evening after the shooting on July 4, 2022.

on Oct 2

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Caleb Williams: Bears offense 'definitely figuring it out'

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The former No. 1 overall pick said the team’s offensive identity is coming into focus after winning by six at Soldier Field.

on Oct 2

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Boy, 16, shot in Grand Crossing

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Just before 10 a.m. Wednesday, the boy was shot in his right shoulder in the 7700 block of South Drexel Avenue after four people got out of white sedan and opened fire, police said.

on Oct 2

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Are Krabby Patties headed to Wendy's menu?

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A limited-edition "Krabby Patty Kollab," inspired by the cartoon "SpongeBob SquarePants," may be coming to Wendy's restaurants across the country this fall.

on Oct 2

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Fathers’ rights attorney Jeffery Leving suspended from practicing law for charging clients excessive fees

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“The fees were unreasonable for a variety of reasons, including the results actually obtained by the Firm,” the Illinois Attorney Registration and Disciplinary Commission wrote in a petition to the Supreme Court to discipline Leving.

on Oct 2

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Bears punter Tory Taylor named NFC Special Teams Player of the Week

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Taylor came close to setting a Bears record Sunday.

on Oct 2

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Blackhawks make bold decisions sending Kevin Korchinski, Frank Nazar to AHL

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The two prospects didn't play well enough in the preseason to convince the Hawks' front office that they wouldn't benefit from some seasoning in Rockford.

on Oct 2

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Persecución policial provoca un accidente mortal en McKinley Park

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A eso de las 2 a.m. del martes, los oficiales comenzaron a perseguir a dos hombres armados que se subieron a un Lexus ES negro que aceleró hacia el norte desde la cuadra 5500 al sur de Pulaski Road antes de pasarse un semáforo en rojo y chocar con una camioneta y un edificio en la cuadra 3500 al…

on Oct 2

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$800K each for Chicago's newest 'geniuses'

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Plus: A fall foliage forecast, your local 'Drag Supermonsters' and more

on Oct 2

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Woman spits on, shoots passenger riding Red Line on North Side, police say

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Just before 9 a.m., a man was riding a northbound Red Line train between the Bryn Mawr and Thorndale stations when he was shot, officials said.

on Oct 2

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Madigan judge refuses to toss counts after Supreme Court ruling limited bribery law

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U.S. District Judge John Blakey handed down his ruling less than a week before the former Illinois House Speaker is set for trial. The judge also denied a request from Madigan's longtime friend and confidante to be tried separately.

on Oct 2

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Inverness man admits role in $14 million COVID-19 testing scam

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Zishan Alvi, 45, pleaded guilty to wire fraud. Alvi owned and operated a laboratory in Chicago that performed COVID testing.

on Oct 2

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Illinois aiming for a sustainable approach to managing chronic wasting disease

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The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is taking a new approach to managing chronic wasting disease (CWD) in a five-year pilot project, which aims at sustainability.

on Oct 2

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Tofu with corn salsa and cilantro rice will bowl you over

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Bowl variaties are limitless, and the seasonings and cultural influences are the distinguishing factors.

on Oct 2