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Family praying for ‘miracle’ as Marlen Ochoa-Lopez’s baby boy clings to life
A new indictment adds to charges against Clarisa and Desiree Figueroa for allegedly killing the pregnant 19-year-old and cutting child from her belly.
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If this keeps up, whoever wins the Bears’ kicking job is going to be a nervous wreck by the opener
Cody Parkey’s replacement will have so much attention on him that it will be a miracle if he can uncurl himself from the fetal position on game day. Hard to recall any position getting this much scrutiny from coaches and players during practices.
Our gullible president just loves those ‘beautiful letters’ from tyrants
The president screams that the press is the enemy of the people. Then he looks right into a reporter’s eyes and says he believes North Korean or Russian propaganda.
He was 30 years ahead of his time on legalizing marijuana
In 1989, former Cook County assistant state’s attorney, Jim Gierach, publicly advocated the legalization of marijuana.
GOP Will County Board Member Mike Fricilone kicks off 3rd District bid for Congress
Fricilone could prevent a repeat of 2018, when an admitted Holocaust denier, anti-Semite and white supremacist was the Republican 3rd District nominee.
Ferguson urges Lightfoot to yank residential street resurfacing from $66 million-a-year aldermanic menu program
The city’s inspector general says city transportation department needs "full authority to coordinate construction impacting the public way."
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Dem frontrunner Biden hits Chicago for fundraising: ‘I ain’t counting on anything’
Frontrunner and former Vice President Joe Biden and Montana Gov. Steve Bullock - polling 1% or less - brought their presidential campaigns to Chicago on Wednesday.
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Alderman proposes noise monitors on Lake Shore Drive to crack down on loud motorcycles
Ald. Brian Hopkins wants the city to use power granted in a state law two years ago to crack down on noisy bikers on unmufflered motorcycles who often keep up lakefront residents at night.
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Lightfoot showcases her form of ‘democracy’ at 2nd City Council meeting
From acknowledging public commenters to releasing a full meeting schedule for the year, the new mayor’s leadership style was in full view.
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Solis replacement demands review of permits and licenses approved by disgraced alderman
The request by Ald. Byron Sigcho Lopez came two weeks after a racketeering and extortion indictment against Ald. Edward Burke (14th) revealed details of Solis’ two years of undercover work for the feds.
If this keeps up, whoever wins the Bears’ kicking job is going to be a nervous wreck by the opener
Cody Parkey’s replacement will have so much attention on him that it will be a miracle if he can uncurl himself from the fetal position on game day. Hard to recall any position getting this much scrutiny from coaches and players during practices.
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White Sox’ Lucas Giolito gives credit where credit is due
Trusting James McCann’s pitch calling allows for "less time for your brain to get in the way," Giolito said. "I get the ball back, see the sign, execute."
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Kevin Durant undergoes surgery for ruptured Achilles
Durant was injured in the second quarter of the Golden State Warriors’ 106-105 win Monday to force a Game 6 in the NBA Finals at Oracle Arena on Thursday.
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Cubs reliever Steve Cishek suffers bruised knee before Wednesday’s game in Colorado
The right-hander was carted off the field after getting hit on the right knee by a ball while playing catch.
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Video shows sophisticated attack on ex-slugger David Ortiz
Security camera footage suggests the attack was carried out by two men on a motorcycle and two other groups of people in cars.
Curtain Call: ‘Ada and the Engine’ and more theater openings, previews June 14-20
From comedy and drama to musicals and dance, Chicago’s stages are alive with vibrant productions.
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Chicago’s Artemis Singers celebrate Pride, women’s rights milestones in ‘sparkling’ concert
The choir (inspired by the Greek goddess Artemis, a symbol of independence) is one of the founding members of a national network that comprises all-women and feminist choirs in about 30 cities.
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Cuba Gooding Jr. will turn self in on groping allegation, attorney says
The Oscar-winning star of "Jerry Maguire" denies the allegation.
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Ex-Teen Vogue star editor Elaine Welteroth talks race, ambition, burnout in new book
Author remains committed to telling stories of the underrepresented, only now with help from friends named Ava (Duvernay), Shonda (Rhymes) and Lena (Waithe).
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Man found in Englewood viaduct identified: police
Moshood Otenigbagbe was found in the 5900 block of South Ashland Avenue.
Man stabbed boss in Carpentersville after asking to be paid: prosecutors
Juan J. Rivera is accused of stabbing the owner of a roofing business he worked for near the heart with a serrated knife.
Group behind tossed Obama Center lawsuit says it’s ‘stunned’ by judge’s decision
A federal judge declared Tuesday in a 52-page written opinion that "the facts do not warrant a trial, and construction should commence without delay" on the Obama Center.
St. Louis Blues defeat Boston Bruins in Game 7 to win Stanley Cup
Blues win its first Stanley Cup in team history
Man charged in I-90 shooting
Christian Cruz is facing a felony count of aggravated discharge of a firearm.
Man charged with murder after being recognized by detective on surveillance footage: prosecutors
Mark Burnett-Atkins, 24, is accused of killing 22-year-old Keon Davis and injuring a 28-year-old man in an ambush attack on May 5.
Dem frontrunner Biden hits Chicago for fundraising: ‘I ain’t counting on anything’
Frontrunner and former Vice President Joe Biden and Montana Gov. Steve Bullock - polling 1% or less - brought their presidential campaigns to Chicago on Wednesday.
Protect Our Parks out of its lane in fighting Obama Presidential Center
Persons from outside of Jackson Park area have made stopping the Obama Presidential Center a crusade.
Bears notebook: Marvin Hall catching on
Former Falcons WR shows off great hands in minicamp; Nagy: "I’m proud of him."
Red Line trains resume normal service after diversion due to person on tracks
Trains were diverted between the Fullerton and Cermak-Chinatown stations about 7:17 p.m., according to an alert from the CTA.
Montana Gov. Steve Bullock: ‘Disappointed’ did not make Democratic presidential debate
In Chicago on Wednesday, Bullock, the Montana governor, said not making the cut for the first presidential debate was just a "bump."
12 white men sue San Francisco police for race, sex bias
The lawsuit challenges a test-scoring method that was adopted in the late 70s to address black and female officers’ claims of discrimination in hiring and promotions.
Mourners observe somber anniversary of deadly Pulse nightclub shooting
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis asked Floridians to pause to remember victims but initially made no mention of the gay or Hispanic communities.
Rocky Mountain Heat: Cubs beat Rockies 10-1 to avoid sweep in bruise-filled series
Seven players total were hit by pitches in the three games, four on Wednesday. Kris Bryant got the day off after getting twice Wednesday.
Trubisky’s next step a big one, and he’s ready
Bears QB bullish on offense’s progress with training camp up next
Could Bears rookie RB David Montgomery be the next Matt Forte?
Rookie David Montgomery has a lot to accomplish during the team’s summer break. Finding an apartment isn’t on his list.
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Our own Republican Party leaders failed the taxpayers of Illinois
It was discouraging to see many Republican leaders not only vote for these tax increases, but then promote false narratives perpetuated by the tax-and-spend Democrats to excuse their votes.
Teen charged with recklessly firing gun in Edgewater Beach
The boy, who remains unnamed because he is being charged as a juvenile, was arrested Wednesday morning.
A true double Fish of the Week: Two bass on one lure
Ray Kozak doubled up on bass on one Whopper Plopper to earn FOTW honors.
2nd man charged with killing woman in West Side shooting
Kevin Gayden, 20, was ordered held without bail Wednesday on charges of first-degree murder in the slaying of 21-year-old Jasmine Jackson.
The Bears didn’t cut K Chris Blewitt to send a message — but it was received nonetheless
The uncomfortable fact remains: The Bears will leave for their summer break Thursday, more than five months after Cody Parkey sealed his fate by double-doinking a likely playoff game-winner, and don’t appear to be any closer to finding their Week 1 kicker.
If Russia investigation is a hoax, why is Manafort chilling in prison?
An innocent explanation for Manafort’s actions would be hard to imagine.
Journalist and mystery author John McEvoy found his niche in horse racing
He didn’t know how to ride a horse, but he knew how to write about them
How to make a Chicago casino a social asset — not a public pariah
No matter where the casino is located in the city, we want a a business that doesn’t take advantage of the sick, the addicted or the confused.
The Mix: Things to do in Chicago June 14-20
A tribute to the late Dame Libby Komaiko, "Blues on the Fox" and the Taste of Randolph Street are some of the highlights for the week ahead.
Rush breaks ground on 10-story outpatient building at Ashland and Harrison
The $450 million project is backed by the largest gift in the hospital’s history.
Alderman proposes noise monitors on Lake Shore Drive to crack down on loud motorcycles
Ald. Brian Hopkins wants the city to use power granted in a state law two years ago to crack down on noisy bikers on unmufflered motorcycles who often keep up lakefront residents at night.
1 arrested on animal cruelty charges at Fair Oaks Farms
Three people are each charged with a misdemeanor count of animal cruelty and a felony count of torturing or mutilating a vertebrate animal.
Chicago’s Artemis Singers celebrate Pride, women’s rights milestones in ‘sparkling’ concert
The choir (inspired by the Greek goddess Artemis, a symbol of independence) is one of the founding members of a national network that comprises all-women and feminist choirs in about 30 cities.
Kevin Durant undergoes surgery for ruptured Achilles
Durant was injured in the second quarter of the Golden State Warriors’ 106-105 win Monday to force a Game 6 in the NBA Finals at Oracle Arena on Thursday.
Lightfoot showcases her form of ‘democracy’ at 2nd City Council meeting
From acknowledging public commenters to releasing a full meeting schedule for the year, the new mayor’s leadership style was in full view.
Burglars hit same Chatham store 6 times in 2 weeks
In each case, someone has pried open the door to the business in the 8500 block of South Cottage Grove Avenue before stealing items including boxes of candy, socks and a store dolly.