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In this photo provided by U.S. Customs and Border Protection, people who've been taken into custody related to cases of illegal entry into the United States, rest in one of the cages at a facility in McAllen, Texas, Sunday, June 17, 2018. (U.S. Customs and Border Protection's Rio Grande Valley Sector via AP)

Hundreds of children wait in Border Patrol facility in Texas

Children wait in a series of cages created by metal fencing. One cage had 20 children inside.

By Nomaan Merchant | Associated Press

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City Hall

For Peace Warriors activists at North Lawndale school, surviving is No. 1 goal

Peace Warriors from North Lawndale College Prep High School bow their heads during a moment of silence for the victims of gun violence during a Day of Peace rally at Chicago's Legacy Charter School on Friday, April 20, 2018, which also marked the 19th anniversary of the school shooting at Columbine High School in Colorado. The 16-year-old cousin of Alexis Willis, center, was shot and killed in Chicago two weeks earlier. (AP Photo/Martha Irvine)

It’s hard work to keep the peace. North Lawndale’s Peace Warriors do it in small and large ways. When they were invited to Parkland, after the school shooting there in February, they answered the call, uniting in what’s become a national youth movement aimed at stopping gun violence.

By Martha Irvine | Associated Press National Writer

School children take shelter at schoolyard in Ikeda, Osaka, following an earthquake Monday, June 18, 2018. A strong earthquake has shaken the city of Osaka in western Japan. There are reports of scattered damage including broken glass and concrete. (Takaki Yajima/Kyodo News via AP) ORG XMIT: TKSK801

3 dead, dozens injured by quake in Osaka in western Japan

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Original: Elizabeth Brackett Published: Elizabeth Brackett

Veteran TV journalist Elizabeth Brackett dies after bike accident

At four different TV stations during five different decades, Ms. Brackett was an indefatigable, accomplished journalist who hosted news programs, grilled politicians and reported on complex financial stories and natural catastrophes.

By Maureen O'Donnell

In other news

Brace for another scorcher, 'excessive heat warning' for Chicago through Monday

By Michael McDevitt

A dangerous heat wave that’s been broiling Chicago all weekend won’t let up until Monday 7pm at earliest.

A dangerous heat wave that’s been broiling Chicago all weekend won’t let up until Monday 7pm, according to the National Weather Service.

Brace for another scorcher, 'excessive heat warning' for Chicago through Monday

A dangerous heat wave that’s been broiling Chicago all weekend won’t let up until Monday 7pm, according to the National Weather Service.

A man was shot while driving on the 7300 block of East End. | Justin Jackson/ Sun-Times

Man shot childhood friend over suspected affair with child's mother: prosecutors

By Nader Issa

A man is accused of shooting and critically wounding his childhood friend who he suspected of having an affair with his child’s mother.

Man shot childhood friend over suspected affair with child's mother: prosecutors

A man is accused of shooting and critically wounding his childhood friend who he suspected of having an affair with his child’s mother.

Chicago Sports

Cubs test NL mettle with 7 of next 11 against league-champ Dodgers

By Gordon Wittenmyer

The Dodgers are 11-3 this month, even after their 5-game winning streak was snapped Sunday, as they face the Cubs for the first time since the NLCS.

Cubs test NL mettle with 7 of next 11 against league-champ Dodgers

By Gordon Wittenmyer

The Dodgers are 11-3 this month, even after their 5-game winning streak was snapped Sunday, as they face the Cubs for the first time since the NLCS.

Chicago White Sox' Frank Thomas follows through on a three-run home run off Minnesota Twins pitcher Seth Greisinger during the second inning in Minneapolis, Thursday, May 20, 2004. (AP Photo/Ann HeisenfeltZ) ORG XMIT: MNAH101

Frank Thomas sees value of White Sox' rebuild

By Brian Sandalow

Thomas, who called Sunday’s game with Ken “Hawk” Harrelson, praised Eloy Jimenez and Rick Renteria and said the “Big Hurt” nickname was a blessing.

Frank Thomas sees value of White Sox' rebuild

By Brian Sandalow

Mike Montgomery tries to force Cubs into tough decision once Yu Darvish healthy

By Gordon Wittenmyer

The left-hander has been the Cubs’ best starter since he joined the rotation four turns ago (2-1, 1.14 ERA).

Mike Montgomery tries to force Cubs into tough decision once Yu Darvish healthy

By Gordon Wittenmyer

Cubs' Javy Baez leaves game with arm injury after being hit by pitch

By Gordon Wittenmyer

Baez leads the Cubs in home runs (14) and is tied for the team lead in RBI (46).

Cubs' Javy Baez leaves game with arm injury after being hit by pitch

By Gordon Wittenmyer

Former NBA basketball player Dennis Rodman, and Chris Volo, right, arrive at Singapore's Changi Airport on Tuesday, June 12, 2018. (AP Photo/Wong Maye-E) ORG XMIT: SIN104

After all these years, Dennis Rodman is still being called for traveling

By Rick Morrissey

Did the former Bull help bring about the U.S.-North Korea summit? If so, it would seem the world took a strange turn somewhere along the way.

After all these years, Dennis Rodman is still being called for traveling

By Rick Morrissey

Crime

12 shot — 1 fatally — Saturday in city gun violence

By Sun-Times Wire

Among the wounded were two 16-year-olds and a woman. A single shooting on the West Side wounded three people.

12 shot — 1 fatally — Saturday in city gun violence

By Sun-Times Wire

Among the wounded were two 16-year-olds and a woman. A single shooting on the West Side wounded three people.

A family sits on their porch as police investigate the scene of a person shot and killed Sunday night in the 6500 block of South Maplewood in Chicago. The person was shot and killed in front of this families home. | Tyler LaRiviere/Sun-Times

Man shot in head, killed in Marquette Park: police

By Taylor Hartz

The 26-year-old was standing on the sidewalk when someone walked up and fired shots.

Man shot in head, killed in Marquette Park: police

By Taylor Hartz

Boy, 9, killed in Burbank hit-and-run crash, mother and child seriously injured

By David Struett

The 29-year-old woman was crossing the street with her children about 9:45 p.m. at 86th and Cicero.

Boy, 9, killed in Burbank hit-and-run crash, mother and child seriously injured

By David Struett

4 shot Little Village

By Taylor Hartz

A 21-year-old man was shot in the chest and was in critical condition.

4 shot Little Village

By Taylor Hartz

Sheriff: New program will support opioid-addicted inmates after release

By Andy Grimm

“It’s actually a miracle. . . . I’m very proud of myself,” said Erica Cudia, who hopes to begin a 30-day stint in a community treatment center.

At a press conference Wednesday, Sheriff Tom Dart announced the start of a program that will target 30 to 40 of approximately 200 jail inmates who are in treatment for addiction at the jail and are set for release or on bond.

Sheriff: New program will support opioid-addicted inmates after release

By Andy Grimm

Politics

CHICAGO, IL - MAY 11: Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel attends a ceremony to mark the opening of five new gates at O'Hare International Airport on May 11, 2018 in Chicago, Illinois. The gate expansion was the first at the airport in 25 years. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images) ORG XMIT: 775164218

Rahm sends message to mayoral rivals — adding another $850,000-plus to war chest

By Fran Spielman

Emanuel reported another $853,100 in contributions late Friday, leaving his campaign fund with roughly $7.4 million.

The mayor raked in $705,000 from three executives from Madison Dearborn Partners. The private equity firm has been among the mayor’s most reliable campaign contributors for years.

Rahm sends message to mayoral rivals — adding another $850,000-plus to war chest

By Fran Spielman

The mayor raked in $705,000 from three executives from Madison Dearborn Partners. The private equity firm has been among the mayor’s most reliable campaign contributors for years.

After shooting fiancée, ex-cop was hired, promoted by medical examiner

By Robert Herguth and Tim Novak

THE WATCHDOGS: Man’s assault conviction for shooting his girlfriend didn’t affect his new job with the Cook County medical examiner — or promotion.

THE WATCHDOGS: Man’s assault conviction for shooting girlfriend didn’t affect his new job with the Cook County medical examiner’s office — or keep him from being promoted.

After shooting fiancée, ex-cop was hired, promoted by medical examiner

By Robert Herguth and Tim Novak

The Reverend Jesse Jackson speaks to the media prior to the Rainbow Coalition's Women's Leadership Luncheon, Friday, June 15th, 2018. | James Foster/For the Sun-Times

Black religious leaders criticize Sessions' use of scripture

By Tramon Lucas | Associated Press

The Revs. Jesse Jackson and William Barber, in separate statements, called Sessions’ use of biblical scripture incorrect.

The Council of Bishops of the African Methodist Episcopal Church, along with the Revs. Jesse Jackson and William Barber, in separate statements, criticized Attorney General Jeff Sessions for using the Bible to justify separating immigrant children from parents.

Black religious leaders criticize Sessions' use of scripture

By Tramon Lucas | Associated Press

To avoid prison, Chicago movie studio mogul went undercover for feds

By Tim Novak

THE WATCHDOGS: Feds told Cinespace chief he could go to prison for as long as five years — or cooperate in undercover probe of Teamsters boss.

THE WATCHDOGS: Federal authorities told Cinespace Chicago Film Studios’ Alexander S. “Alex” Pissios he could go to prison for as long as five years — or cooperate in an undercover investigation of longtime Chicago Teamsters boss John T. Coli Sr., the Chicago Sun-Times has learned.

To avoid prison, Chicago movie studio mogul went undercover for feds

By Tim Novak

P. Scott Neville Jr. will be sworn in June 15, 2018 as the second black justice in the Illinois Supreme Court's 170-year history. | Provided

Illinois Supreme Court's 2nd black justice to be sworn in

By Associated Press

The second black justice, P. Scott Neville Jr., in the Illinois Supreme Court’s 170-year history is preparing to take the oath of office.

Illinois Supreme Court's 2nd black justice to be sworn in

By Associated Press

Obituaries

Gamaliel Ramirez, dead at 68, his Chicago murals captured beauty of Puerto Rico

By Maureen O'Donnell

Gamaliel Ramirez’s formal education ended in grade school, but he taught himself to paint and left his mark on Chicago with his murals and paintings.

Gamaliel Ramirez, a self-taught artist whose murals left splashes of saturated color all over Chicago.Mr. Ramirez created vibrant, powerful paintings and indoor and outdoor murals in Humboldt Park, Bridgeport, Englewood and South Chicago, and at the CNA Insurance building. He did murals at schools i

Gamaliel Ramirez, dead at 68, his Chicago murals captured beauty of Puerto Rico

By Maureen O'Donnell

Jazz pianist, composer, Chicago club favorite Ghalib Ghallab has died at 67

By Maureen O'Donnell

Jazz pianist and composer Ghalib Ghallab, a favorite at Chicago clubs and in Las Vegas, died Tuesday of cancer, his wife said. He was 67.

Jazz pianist and composer Ghalib Ghallab, a favorite at Chicago clubs and in Las Vegas, died Tuesday, according to his wife Toya, who said he had cancer and was ill for more than a year. He was 67.

Jazz pianist, composer, Chicago club favorite Ghalib Ghallab has died at 67

By Maureen O'Donnell

Peggy Roche Boyle, who taught Irish dance for over 40 years, has died at 73

By Maureen O'Donnell

Peggy Roche Boyle was a heel-clicking, tapping, leaping link to the line of teachers who kept Irish dance steps alive.

Peggy Roche Boyle, who taught Irish dance for over 40 years, has died at 73

By Maureen O'Donnell

8-28-02 Edward E. Sadlowski is subject of Houli in the Hood...he is a labor negotiator....we have to shoot him in his office in the loop...but he lives in South CHicago...sun-times photo by al podgorski

Chicago labor icon Edward Sadlowski dead at 79

By Jon Seidel

The alderman recalled how her father used to rouse her out of bed to walk picket lines and deliver donuts at the age of 6.

The former United Steel Workers of America leader fought to bring democratic reform to labor unions. He was elected president of Local 65 at the age of 26, and he narrowly lost a campaign for international president.

Chicago labor icon Edward Sadlowski dead at 79

By Jon Seidel

Ed Kirk, who helped build an aquatic dynasty at DuSable High School, dead at 87

By Maureen O'Donnell

Swimming for DuSable High School in 1950, Ed Kirk is believed to be the first African-American statewide swim champ in Illinois. He has died at 87.

Swimming for DuSable High School in 1950, Ed Kirk, dead at 87, is believed to have been the first African-American statewide swim champ in Illinois and was the first black swimmer selected as a high-school All-American.