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Finance Committee, without Burke for 1st time in decades, gives up workers' comp

For 30 years, Burke ran the Finance Committee like a king. But facing his first meeting in decades without a gavel in his hand, he didn't even attend.

By Fran Spielman

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City Hall

Daley proposes citywide referendum on shrinking City Council from 50 to 15

The Chicago City Council meeting Wednesday, March 29th, 2017. | James Foster/For the Sun-Times

"If we get this on the ballot, trust me. It will pass," mayoral hopeful Bill Daley said Tuesday. "Let the voters have something to say about it.”

By Fran Spielman

Man whose frozen body was found in Morton Grove was shot to death: officials

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Pritzker vows ‘most progressive state’ on abortion — GOP sees ‘left wing’ agenda

Since taking office last week, the governor has reinstated step raises for state union workers and signed a gun dealer licensing bill — both actions he had vowed during his lengthy campaign and both movements opposed by Rauner's administration.

By Tina Sfondeles

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Terrill Swift, right, speaks while, from left, Harold Richardson, Vincent Thames and Joshua Tepfer of the Center on Wrongful Convictions at Northwestern University School of Law look on, after a hearing in Chicago, Thursday, Jan. 17, 2012. Cook County State's Attorney Anita Alvarez says "an exhaustive review" of the evidence led to her office's decision not to retry Swift, Richardson, Thames and Michael Saunders, not shown, who were previously convicted in a 1994 Chicago murder. (AP Photo/Paul Beaty)

County to vote on $24 million settlement in 'Englewood Four' case

By Rachel Hinton

The settlement would go to Michael Saunders, Harold Richardson and Vincent Thames, who were exonerated of the 1994 murder and rape of Nina Glover.

County to vote on $24 million settlement in 'Englewood Four' case

The settlement would go to Michael Saunders, Harold Richardson and Vincent Thames, who were exonerated of the 1994 murder and rape of Nina Glover.

By Rachel Hinton

Vocalist Mike Ledbetter sings during rehearsals at Delmark Records for the Otis Rush tribute set for the 2016 Chicago Blues Festival. | Jacob Wittich/ For the Sun-Times

Blues musician Mike Ledbetter dies at 33

By Maureen O'Donnell

Musician Mike Ledbetter “could be transcendent. . . .scratching the surface of what he was going to be capable of in the future,” said Mike Welch.

Blues musician Mike Ledbetter dies at 33

Musician Mike Ledbetter “could be transcendent. . . .scratching the surface of what he was going to be capable of in the future,” said Mike Welch.

By Maureen O'Donnell

Chicago Sports

Mariano Rivera could have taught Barry Bonds, Roger Clemens thing or two

By Rick Telander

Classy Rivera becomes first player to be elected to Hall of Fame unanimously; steroids-linked Bonds, Clemens still on outside looking in.

Mariano Rivera could have taught Barry Bonds, Roger Clemens thing or two

By Rick Telander

Classy Rivera becomes first player to be elected to Hall of Fame unanimously; steroids-linked Bonds, Clemens still on outside looking in.

New York Islanders lineman Anthony Beauvillier (18) shoots against Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Slater Koekkoek (68) and goaltender Cam Ward (30) during the first period of an NHL hockey game on Tuesday Jan. 22, 2019, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Matt Marton) ORG XMIT: CXA103

Cam Ward delivers as Blackhawks beat Islanders 3-2 in shootout

By Jason Lieser

In his 14th season and relegated to a fill-in role, Blackhawks goalie Cam Ward was brilliant in the team's 3-2 shootout win over the Islanders.

Cam Ward delivers as Blackhawks beat Islanders 3-2 in shootout

By Jason Lieser

Chicago Bears quarterback Mitchell Trubisky (10) celebrates with fans after an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers Sunday, Dec. 16, 2018, in Chicago. The Bears won 24-17. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh) ORG XMIT: CXB159

Seven thoughts on the Bears' seven players in the Pro Bowl

By Adam L. Jahns

The Bears have seven players in the Pro Bowl, including quarterback Mitch Trubisky.

Seven thoughts on the Bears' seven players in the Pro Bowl

By Adam L. Jahns

Bulls rookie Wendell Carter Jr. is still singing the praises of Zion Williamson

By Joe Cowley

Carter heard about the legend of Zion from his former Duke buddies in the fall, and now being his teammate could be a real possibility.

Bulls rookie Wendell Carter Jr. is still singing the praises of Zion Williamson

By Joe Cowley

FILE - In this May 27, 2017, file photo, Cuban outfielder Luis Robert smiles at a news conferences after signing with the Chicago White Sox before a baseball game between the White Sox and the Detroit Tiger, in Chicago. A record $203 million was spent on international amateur free agents in the just-ended signing period, nearly $50 million more than the previous high, a figure that will plummet when hard caps of spending start July 2.(AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast, File) ORG XMIT: NY173

Madrigal, Robert among 20 invited to White Sox spring training

By Daryl Van Schouwen

Nick Madrigal, Luis Robert and Blake Rutherford are among White Sox prospects invited to spring training. Pitchers and catchers report Feb. 13.

Madrigal, Robert among 20 invited to White Sox spring training

By Daryl Van Schouwen

Crime

Shoppers describe 'terror' in mall after murder as hunt for gunman continues

By Stefano Esposito and Tina Sfondeles

Police identified a suspect in the Orland Square Mall shooting as a 19-year-old University Park man.

Shoppers describe 'terror' in mall after murder as hunt for gunman continues

By Stefano Esposito and Tina Sfondeles

Police identified a suspect in the Orland Square Mall shooting as a 19-year-old University Park man.

Police investigate the scene where 3 people were shot, Tuesday afternoon, in the 700 block of Union Drive, in University Park. | Justin Jackson/Sun-Times

Man dies 4 days after being shot in University Park

By Sun-Times Wire

One of the victims, 25-year-old Deron White, died at 1 p.m. Jan. 19 at Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn.

Man dies 4 days after being shot in University Park

By Sun-Times Wire

FILE - This January 2018, file photo provided by the Chicago Police Department shows Marilyn Hartman, who added this month to her arrest record for sneaking onto planes after what police say was a ticketless flight from Chicago to London has been ordered released from jail, a judge said Thursday, Jan. 25, 2018. (Chicago Police Department via AP) ORG XMIT: CER202

'Serial stowaway' doing 'well' as she awaits trial

By Mitch Dudek

A Safe Haven representative told a Cook County judge that 70-year-old Marilyn Hartman is doing "quite well" at the non-profit housing facility.

'Serial stowaway' doing 'well' as she awaits trial

By Mitch Dudek

Man whose frozen body was found in Morton Grove was shot to death: officials

By Luke Wilusz

A man whose frozen body was found Sunday afternoon in northwest suburban Morton Grove was shot to death, an autopsy has found.

Man whose frozen body was found in Morton Grove was shot to death: officials

By Luke Wilusz

Chicago Police officers investigate a hazardous materials call at a parking garage near Clark and Lake streets, Tuesday morning, Jan. 22, 2019. | Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times

HazMat situation involving propane tank reported near Thompson Center

By Luke Wilusz

Clark was closed from Lake to Randolph about 11:40 a.m. because of a HazMat response “involving a propane tank” at a parking garage at 181 N. Clark.

HazMat situation involving propane tank reported near Thompson Center

By Luke Wilusz

Politics

Pritzker vows ‘most progressive state’ on abortion — GOP sees ‘left wing’ agenda

By Tina Sfondeles

Pritzker signed the executive order at a Planned Parenthood of Illinois office, while also commemorating the 46th anniversary of Roe v. Wade.

Pritzker vows ‘most progressive state’ on abortion — GOP sees ‘left wing’ agenda

By Tina Sfondeles

Clerk of the Circuit Court Dorothy Brown speaks to reporters outside the Chicago Board of Elections after she was kicked off the Chicago mayoral ballot, Tuesday morning, Jan. 22, 2019. | Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times

Brown booted from ballot, but Sales-Griffin wins fight against his mayoral bid

By Rachel Hinton

Clerk of the Circuit Court Dorothy Brown was kicked off the mayoral ballot Tuesday, bringing the field of mayoral contenders to 14.

Dorothy Brown was dropped from the mayoral ballot Tuesday by the Chicago Board of Election Commissioners, bringing the field of contenders to 14. Faring better than Brown was tech entrepreneur Neal Sales-Griffin, who was allowed to remain on the ballot.

Brown booted from ballot, but Sales-Griffin wins fight against his mayoral bid

By Rachel Hinton

Finance Committee, without Burke for 1st time in decades, gives up workers' comp

By Fran Spielman

For 30 years, Burke ran the Finance Committee like a king. But facing his first meeting in decades without a gavel in his hand, he didn't even attend.

Finance Committee, without Burke for 1st time in decades, gives up workers' comp

By Fran Spielman

Daley proposes citywide referendum on shrinking City Council from 50 to 15

By Fran Spielman

"If we get this on the ballot, trust me. It will pass," mayoral hopeful Bill Daley said Tuesday. "Let the voters have something to say about it.”

Daley proposes citywide referendum on shrinking City Council from 50 to 15

By Fran Spielman

Fate uncertain for Trump's 'End The Shutdown and Secure The Border Act'

By Jill Colvin and Lisa Mascaro | Associated Press

Meanwhile, another missed paycheck looms for hundreds of thousands of federal workers on day 32 of the partial government shutdown.

Fate uncertain for Trump's 'End The Shutdown and Secure The Border Act'

By Jill Colvin and Lisa Mascaro | Associated Press

Obituaries

Glenna Linder, dead at 92, made her mark as an undercover mall cop for Carson's

By Maureen O'Donnell

"It was almost like your grandmother was scolding you," police commander says of Glenda Linder, who spent years nabbing shoplifters for Carson's.

Glenna Linder, dead at 92, made her mark as an undercover mall cop for Carson's

By Maureen O'Donnell

"It was almost like your grandmother was scolding you," police commander says of Glenda Linder, who spent years nabbing shoplifters for Carson's.

Lawyer Randy Crumpton dies at 53; connected film, music, political communities

By Maureen O'Donnell

“He was one of Chicago’s premier socialite-connectors, particularly for the African-American community,” said friend James Ramos.

Lawyer Randy Crumpton dies at 53; connected film, music, political communities

By Maureen O'Donnell

NOV 2 1984, NOV 11 1984 BARBARA PROCTOR CONNIE SHIRAKAWA

Barbara Proctor, pioneering ad woman whoes success drew White House praise, dies

By Maureen O'Donnell

Barbara Proctor "helped open up the category of black-owned advertising agencies focused on the black consumer market," said adman Tom Burrell.

Barbara Proctor, pioneering ad woman whoes success drew White House praise, dies

By Maureen O'Donnell

Edward Morris Bakwin: A businessman, a family man, and so much more

By Michael Sneed

SNEED: Said friend Lois Robles: “An amazing man, an avid fisherman, Pete would fish anyplace ... and that is why he bought his Indiana property. It contained three lakes.”

Edward Morris Bakwin: A businessman, a family man, and so much more

By Michael Sneed

‘True love story’: Woman dies on couple's 68th anniversary, husband hours later

By Maureen O'Donnell

After Maria Mata died on their 68th wedding anniversary, relatives say her husband Simon said in Spanish "I'm coming, Mamacita." He died the next day.

Maria and Simon Mata were married for 68 years — until they died within hours of each other in the same bed at a nursing home in Chicago Heights last weekend. Maria Mata, 90, died first. Simon Mata, 95, told her he would follow soon and did.