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Former ComEd CEO, company lobbyist walk free day after Chicago appeals court ruling
Former ComEd CEO Anne Pramaggiore and longtime lobbyist Michael McClain were released from federal prison Wednesday after an appeals court decision.
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Editorial: No, United’s Scott Kirby, you should not be able to swallow American Airlines
A merger between United and American Airlines must never be allowed to happen.
Politics
Senate Republicans reject effort to halt Iran war, but some eye future war powers votes
The Republican-led Senate on Wednesday rejected the latest Democratic attempt to halt President Donald Trump’s war in Iran.
Entertainment
Column: This year’s Doc10 has films about Girl Scouts, Norman Lear and Billie Jean King
Along with a full calendar of documentary films, this year's festival introduces “Speak Truth,” with screenings accompanied by panel discussions and audience participation.
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College basketball roster tracker: David Mirković and Ivišić twins among 4 announcing return to Illinois
Tracking the major roster additions, subtractions and announcements of local teams in the college basketball transfer portal.
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Photos: Cherry blossoms near full bloom at Jackson Park in Chicago
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Business
Lowell data center town hall requires questions in advance
A town hall for Project Shirley — the proposed data center — will be at...
Immigration
Man pleads guilty to felony for striking Border Patrol vehicle, marking first Operation Midway Blitz conviction
A suburban Chicago man pleaded guilty Wednesday to a felony charge stemming from a traffic...
Education
Portage High put on lockdown over school shooting threat
Police responded Wednesday morning to a call from someone claiming to be outside Portage High...
Crime and Public Safety
Teen girls arrested after ‘battering’ sheriff’s police in Woodlawn: cops
Two teenage girls attacked Cook County Sheriff’s Police as officers tried to break up a...
Environment
Opponents of Earthrise sprawling solar farm get temporary reprieve from Will County court
Will County Judge Victoria Breslan granted a restraining order delaying Will County Board action on...
Restaurants, Food and Drink
Restaurant review: Seedo’s Levantine Bakery makes bold pastries and a cheeky ‘sandweesh’ in Chicago
The Palestinian owned business launched two locations in the Loop with roots in the Middle...
Investigations
As Indiana extends coal and builds data centers, Illinois may be on the hook for neighbor’s AI boom
Postponing the closure of the Schahfer coal plant also means continued exposure to toxic emissions...
History
Today in Chicago History: First McDonald’s franchise opens in Des Plaines
Here's a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on April 15, according...
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Baseball and softball scores for the Southland, Aurora, Elgin, Naperville and Lake County
High school and local college results and highlights from the Southland, Aurora, Elgin, Naperville and...
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Keeping up with the Joneses: How the backyard living room has emerged as the it trend for homeowners
Ready to dive into the backyard living room trend? Check out some of our favorite...