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In Chicago’s tent cities, ‘a multitude of challenges’ to address the city’s rising homelessness
Months after voters rejected the Bring Chicago Home referendum, and amid a recent Supreme Court ruling, Chicago is at a critical juncture on how to address its rapidly growing homeless population.
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Editorial: Our state treasurer, Biden and Trump have something in common. They like to take credit for market booms.
Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs congratulated himself for a stellar investment return in May. He forgot...
Business
Under pressure on plane safety, Boeing is buying stressed supplier Spirit for $4.7 billion
Boeing announced plans to acquire key supplier Spirit AeroSystems for $4.7 billion, a move that it says will improve plane quality and safety amid increasing scrutiny by Congress, airlines and the Department of Justice.
Entertainment
‘A Quiet Place’ prequel box office speaks volumes as Costner’s Western gets a bumpy start
A Quiet Place: Day One is making noise at the box office. The prequel earned an estimated $53 million in its first weekend in North American theaters, according to studio estimates Sunday.
Sports
Chicago Blackhawks in free agency: 6 additions on Day 1 include Tyler Bertuzzi — and bringing back Teuvo Teräväinen
The Chicago Blackhawks made one of their biggest splashes since the current rebuild began, agreeing to terms with Tyler Bertuzzi and bringing back Teuvo Teräväinen on the opening day of NHL free agency.
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Politics
Supreme Court rules ex-presidents have broad immunity, dimming chance of a pre-election Trump trial
The U.S. Supreme Court justices will take the bench today to release their last few...
Crime and Public Safety
Search continues for missing Lighthouse Beach swimmer in Evanston
Officials are still searching for a missing swimmer following a Sunday afternoon rescue call to...
Education
As AI gains a workplace foothold, states are trying to make sure workers don’t get left behind
With many jobs expected to eventually rely on generative artificial intelligence, states are trying to...
Immigration
Debate takeaways: Trump confident, even when wrong, Biden halting, even with facts on his side
Thursday’s presidential debate was a re-run that featured two candidates with a combined age of...
Investigations
Error in new lung transplant algorithm harmed sick and dying patients
A flawed new algorithm for distributing lungs to transplant patients wound up putting people with...
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IDEM approves partial closure plan for Gary junkyard cited repeatedly for hazardous waste spills
The Indiana Department of Environmental Management approved a partial closure plan Monday for the Gary...
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House Republicans sue Attorney General Garland over access to Biden special counsel interview audio
House Republicans on Monday filed a lawsuit against Attorney General Merrick Garland for the audio...
History
Today in Sports History: Amherst defeats Williams 73-32 in the first intercollegiate baseball game
In 1859, Amherst defeats Williams 73-32 in the first intercollegiate baseball game. The game is...
Restaurants, Food and Drink
Column: What does ‘The Bear’ get wrong about its big Chicago Tribune restaurant review? From the real food critic
“The Bear” is back with a storyline about a surprisingly big restaurant review.
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Ask Amy: Exiting with some well-worn wisdom
Dear Readers: On my last day communicating with you in this way, I feel compelled...
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Choosing the best camp table depends on the type of camping trip you need it...