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Brown paper covers the windows of Ald. Edward Burke's office at Chicago City Hall, Thursday morning, Nov. 29, 2018. The office was closed today and the windows covered for a possible investigation.(Ashlee Rezin/Chicago Sun-Times via AP) ORG XMIT: ILCHS105

Feds raid Ald. Burke's City Hall offices for a second time

The visit to City Hall came two weeks after investigators made an unprecedented search of the powerful Chicago alderman's offices in late November.

By Fran Spielman and Mitchell Armentrout

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Mayoral candidates open up at forum on issues affecting disabled community

From left to right, mayoral candidates Dorothy Brown (at podium), Gery Chico, Lori Lightfoot, Garry McCarthy, Toni Preckwinkle and Paul Vallas, attend a forum to discuss issues facing the city's community of people with disabilities. | Nader Issa/Sun-Times

Candidates vying to replace Mayor Rahm Emanuel discussed issues facing Chicago's 292,000 disabled people — and how those issues hit close to home.

By Mitchell Armentrout

Burke hit with allegations of political interference by ex-aviation commissioner

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Governor-elect J.B. Pritzker, D-Ill., talks with President Donald Trump during a meeting with newly elected governors in the Cabinet Room of the White House, Thursday, Dec. 13, 2018, in Washington. From left, Secretary of Transportation Elaine Chao, Pritzker, Governor-elect Ron DeSantis, R-Fla., and Trump. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)

Pragmatic Pritzker, a Trump basher, meets with president at the White House

"It's important for me to work with Democrats and Republicans here in Washington on behalf of the people of Illinois,” J.B. Pritzker said.

By Lynn Sweet

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Bears beat Packers (fan in court)

By Jon Seidel

Judge rules against fan's attempt to wear his Packers garb on the sideline Sunday at Soldier Field.

Bears beat Packers (fan in court)

Judge rules against fan's attempt to wear his Packers garb on the sideline Sunday at Soldier Field.

New Dem lawmaker: I'm being 'threatened' not to vote against Madigan

By Tina Sfondeles

State Rep. Anne Stava-Murray says she is receiving warnings from lawmakers and unions that a "no" vote on his leadership bid will lead to retaliation.

New Dem lawmaker: I'm being 'threatened' not to vote against Madigan

State Rep. Anne Stava-Murray says she is receiving warnings from lawmakers and unions that a "no" vote on his leadership bid will lead to retaliation.

Featured Videos

The Grid: Exploring the Lincoln Square neighborhood

By Ji Suk Yi

Lincoln Square is charming with a real neighborly feel plus it has restaurants with around the globe cuisine.

Lincoln Square is a great neighborhood for food enthusiasts. There’s a range of price points and cuisine offerings from all over the globe. Ji Suk Yi especially likes that so much of it is BYOB which really makes it accessible to everyone.

The Grid: Exploring the Lincoln Square neighborhood

By Ji Suk Yi

Lincoln Square is charming with a real neighborly feel plus it has restaurants with around the globe cuisine.

Food We Love: A Chicago pizza tour explores deep dish, tavern style, pan pizza

By Linda Yu

Chicago style pizza is more than deep dish. Go on a pizza tour with food writer Steve Dolinsky to learn more in this new episode of "Food We Love."

Food writer Steve Dolinsky sampled the pizza at nearly 200 Chicago pizza places for his new book. Tour some of his top picks in this new episode of "Food We Love with Linda Yu."

Food We Love: A Chicago pizza tour explores deep dish, tavern style, pan pizza

By Linda Yu

Chicago style pizza is more than deep dish. Go on a pizza tour with food writer Steve Dolinsky to learn more in this new episode of "Food We Love."

Chicago Sports

Green Bay Packers' Geronimo Allison catches a touchdown pass in front of Chicago Bears' Kyle Fuller during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Jeffrey Phelps) ORG XMIT: WIMG132

'Serious and focused' : Bears CB Kyle Fuller a focus for Round 2 vs. Packers

By Adam L. Jahns

Bears cornerback Kyle Fuller is tied for the NFL lead with seven interceptions.

'Serious and focused' : Bears CB Kyle Fuller a focus for Round 2 vs. Packers

By Adam L. Jahns

Bears cornerback Kyle Fuller is tied for the NFL lead with seven interceptions.

What's four weeks in between successful Blackhawks homestands, anyway?

By Steve Greenberg

Four weeks ago, the Hawks tied a bow on a homestand that had lifted their spirits and given them the idea they could have a season worth remembering.

What's four weeks in between successful Blackhawks homestands, anyway?

By Steve Greenberg

WASHINGTON, DC - JULY 16: Bryce Harper of the Washington Nationals and National League celebrates after winning the T-Mobile Home Run Derby at Nationals Park on July 16, 2018 in Washington, DC. Harper defeated Kyle Schwarber of the Chicago Cubs and National League 19-18. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images) ORG XMIT: 775178205

Bryce Harper to the White Sox? Fans believe comment on Delmonico's post is sign

By Madeline Kenney

While Bryce Harper's comment is most likely meaningless, some White Sox fans believe it's a sign.

Bryce Harper to the White Sox? Fans believe comment on Delmonico's post is sign

By Madeline Kenney

Sports media: Hawks, Colliton to be featured in Winter Classic all-access show

By Jeff Agrest

The Hawks will take viewers behind the scenes in “Road to the NHL Winter Classic” on NBCSN. The first of three episodes is at 10:30 p.m. Wednesday.

Sports media: Hawks, Colliton to be featured in Winter Classic all-access show

By Jeff Agrest

Chicago Bulls head coach Jim Boylen in action during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Indiana Pacers, Tuesday, Dec. 4, 2018, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings) ORG XMIT: INDC1

Taking a side in the Jim Boylen-Bulls players mess means being wrong

By Rick Morrissey

No one looks good in this, and no one has the moral high ground. The NBA already is a soap opera, but the Bulls have taken it to another level.

Taking a side in the Jim Boylen-Bulls players mess means being wrong

By Rick Morrissey

Crime

Dirksen Federal Courthouse, 219 S. Dearborn St. | Rich Hein/Sun-Times

Oak Park man sentenced to 21 years in prison for sex trafficking

By Sun-Times Wire

Allen Young, 53, of Oak Park, was sentenced Monday following his conviction on five counts of sex trafficking.

Oak Park man sentenced to 21 years in prison for sex trafficking

By Sun-Times Wire

Allen Young, 53, of Oak Park, was sentenced Monday following his conviction on five counts of sex trafficking.

Man, 33, critically wounded in Englewood shooting, 2 in custody

By Sun-Times Wire

He was taken to University of Chicago Medical Center in critical condition, police said.

Man, 33, critically wounded in Englewood shooting, 2 in custody

By Sun-Times Wire

A shell casing was found in the 4500 block of South Pulaski, where two men were shot early Monday, May 29, 2017. | Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times

Man, 18, shot in East Garfield Park

By Sun-Times Wire

He was taken to Stroger Hospital in critical condition, police said.

Man, 18, shot in East Garfield Park

By Sun-Times Wire

Sun-Times stock photo. Chicago police department, crime, badge

String of burglaries reported in Bridgeport: police

By Sun-Times Wire

On Monday, the burglar or burglars hit three homes in the 3100 block of South May, according to a community alert from Chicago police.

String of burglaries reported in Bridgeport: police

By Sun-Times Wire

Police tape at an armored car robbery. | Brian Jackson~Sun-Times

Vehicle thefts reported in Jefferson Park: police

By Sun-Times Wire

Sometimes vehicles were stolen while owners left them running to heat up, police said.

Vehicle thefts reported in Jefferson Park: police

By Sun-Times Wire

Politics

Burke hit with allegations of political interference by ex-aviation commissioner

By Fran Spielman and Robert Herguth

Ex-Aviation Commissioner Ginger Evans cites five examples in which she thinks Ald. Ed Burke inappropriately pressured her or her staff.

Former Aviation Commissioner Ginger Evans has detailed to the Sun-Times five instances in which she alleges Ald. Ed Burke worked behind the scenes to pressure her and her staff regarding airport contracts.

Burke hit with allegations of political interference by ex-aviation commissioner

By Fran Spielman and Robert Herguth

New Dem lawmaker: I'm being 'threatened' not to vote against Madigan

By Tina Sfondeles

State Rep. Anne Stava-Murray says she is receiving warnings from lawmakers and unions that a "no" vote on his leadership bid will lead to retaliation.

New Dem lawmaker: I'm being 'threatened' not to vote against Madigan

By Tina Sfondeles

Replacing cramped 18-by 22-foot first aid room (above) at County Jail is modern 50-bed hospital. Facilities include a day room, regular ward (right), isolation units, operating room and dental facilities. Security will be better maintained because sick and injured prisoners need no longer be taken under guard to County Hospital for treatment. Cost of equipment, construction was $25,000.

How a new governor, J.B. Pritzker, can go to bat for the mentally ill right away

By Richard Townsell, Aliya Husain, Kelly Collins and Rabbi Ari Margolis

When working with the mentally ill, crisis stabilization units provide the police with a more effective, humane and less expensive option.

When working with the mentally ill, as the police do daily, crisis stabilization units provide them a more effective, humane and less expensive option to overcrowded hospital emergency rooms or jail.

How a new governor, J.B. Pritzker, can go to bat for the mentally ill right away

By Richard Townsell, Aliya Husain, Kelly Collins and Rabbi Ari Margolis

In this Dec. 11, 2018, photo, President Donald Trump speaks during a meets with Democratic leaders the Oval Office of the White House in Washington. The parent company of magazines including the National Enquirer, Us Weekly and In Touch has admitted to engaging in a journalistically dubious practice known as “catch-and-kill” in order to help Trump become president. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)

Trump argues he 'never directed' longtime fixer to break law

By Catherine Lucey and Jill Colvin | AP

Trump's tweet Thursday comes a day after Cohen was sentenced for crimes including arranging hush money payments to conceal Trump's alleged affairs.

Trump argues he 'never directed' longtime fixer to break law

By Catherine Lucey and Jill Colvin | AP

Victory Fund endorses only openly gay candidate for mayor of Chicago

By Fran Spielman

The Victory Fund was founded in 1991 by LGBTQ activists and donors to duplicate the success Emily’s List has had recruiting and electing women.

Victory Fund endorses only openly gay candidate for mayor of Chicago

By Fran Spielman

Obituaries

Theresa Wozniak dies; ran Polish club seen in 'Backdraft,' 'Men Don't Leave'

By Maureen O'Donnell

Theresa Wozniak loved being in a Jessica Lange film but was even more thrilled to attend Pope John Paul II's 1979 mass at Five Holy Martyrs Church.

Theresa Wozniak dies; ran Polish club seen in 'Backdraft,' 'Men Don't Leave'

By Maureen O'Donnell

Theresa Wozniak loved being in a Jessica Lange film but was even more thrilled to attend Pope John Paul II's 1979 mass at Five Holy Martyrs Church.

Rev. James Bass preached over 90 years, championed Martin Luther King Jr.

By Maureen O'Donnell

The church the Rev. James Bass founded birthed "more than 15 churches . . . and more than 30 preachers, ministers and pastors," said his son Vincent.

Rev. James Bass preached over 90 years, championed Martin Luther King Jr.

By Maureen O'Donnell

Lake Shore Drive sentry Kermit Campbell, 'so much more than' a doorman, has died

By Maureen O'Donnell

Kermit Campbell "was that big brother, always watching," said Reggie Stewart, a coworker at 840 N. Lake Shore Drive.

Lake Shore Drive sentry Kermit Campbell, 'so much more than' a doorman, has died

By Maureen O'Donnell

Adelaide Morgan, postal worker who came north for a better life, dead at 80

By Maureen O'Donnell

At 19, she’d moved to Chicago from Alabama. She became a mentor to African-Americans who moved up from the South during the Great Migration.

Adelaide Morgan, postal worker who came north for a better life, dead at 80

By Maureen O'Donnell

Syd Jerome founder Sidney Shapiro, dead at 86, dressed lawyers, traders, stars

By Maureen O'Donnell

Whether he was meeting presidents, prime ministers or titans of industry, “In every instance,” Leo Melamed said, “I was wearing a Syd Jerome suit.”

Syd Jerome founder Sidney Shapiro, dead at 86, dressed lawyers, traders, stars

By Maureen O'Donnell

Entertainment

FILE - In this July 8, 2018 file photo, Janet Jackson performs at the 2018 Essence Festival in New Orleans. Jackson will join Def Leppard, Stevie Nicks, Radiohead, the Cure, Roxy Music and the Zombies as new members of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The 34th induction ceremony will take place on March 29 at Barclays Center in New York. (Photo by Amy Harris/Invision/AP)

Janet Jackson, Def Leppard, Nicks join Rock Hall of Fame

By David Bauder | AP

Def Leppard, Stevie Nicks and Roxy Music were voted in during their first years as nominees.

Janet Jackson joins her brother Michael and the Jackson 5 as members of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, earning induction on Thursday along with Stevie Nicks and the top fan vote-getter, Def Leppard.