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Exploring the arrival of Indian food in Chicago, as new film sheds light on a hidden culinary history
When did Indian food first come to Chicago? It’s a thorny question.
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Editorial: Three years after brazen killing of a National Guard member on Chicago’s Northwest Side, the feds step in to pursue justice
Cook County State's Attorney Kim Foxx's office opted not to prosecute a reputed gang leader...
Business
Visit Chicago Southland tourism bureau promotes 25-year veteran to lead group
Mary Patchin, a 25-year employee of Visit Chicago Southland, an organization focused on promoting tourism, was promoted to CEO and president.
Entertainment
‘Presumed Innocent’ review: A pointless remake based on the Chicago-set Scott Turow legal thriller
Apple’s new adaptation of the Scott Turow legal thriller stars Jake Gyllenhaal as a Chicago prosecutor facing murder charges.
Sports
Chicago Bears Q&A: With greater roster concerns, why sign Marcedes Lewis? Any off-the-radar players to watch this summer?
Brad Biggs covers plenty of topics in the final offseason edition of his Chicago Bears mailbag.
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Politics
Hearing officer recommends elections board dismiss illegal coordination complaint against Dan Proft, Darren Bailey
A hearing officer has recommended the state elections board dismiss a complaint involving political operative...
Crime and Public Safety
Boy, 14, critically wounded Tuesday night in shooting on Southwest Side
A 14-year-old boy was critically wounded Tuesday night in a shooting in the Little Village...
Education
Marquette University President Michael Lovell dies in Rome
Marquette University President Michael Lovell died Sunday in Rome after a three-year battle with cancer....
Immigration
Mexico’s tactic to cut immigration to the US: wear out migrants
Driven by mounting pressure from the U.S. to block millions of vulnerable people headed north,...
Investigations
A young mother’s murder horrified central Illinois. Decades later, the family convicted in her death says DNA proves they’re innocent.
The ex-husband and in-laws of Karyn Hearn Slover were convicted in her death, but the...
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Introducing the 2024 Daily Southtown Boys Volleyball All-Area Team
State champ Marist, state qualifier Lincoln-Way West and juggernaut Lockport lead way.
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Alabama’s Gulf Coast offers uncrowded beaches with sand that doesn’t get hot — a chill alternative to Florida
For much of my youth, Central Florida was synonymous with summer vacation. Tampa Bay, Clearwater,...
History
Today in Sports History: Chicago Bulls win their first NBA championship
In 1991, The Chicago Bulls win the first NBA championship in the team’s 25-year history...
Restaurants, Food and Drink
35 Father’s Day restaurant specials in Chicago and the suburbs, from pig roasts to grilling kits
From pig roasts to golf watching gatherings, these 35 Father’s Day celebrations are sure to...
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Ask Amy: Family’s reaction to early onset Alzheimer’s diagnosis left me baffled
Dear Amy: I’m not angry or upset – just baffled. As we got into the...
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Keep bugs at bay with the best insect repellent
In addition to topical repellents, there are also some effective products that can deter pests...