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Woman slams CPS watchdog’s handling of investigation into school board president candidate’s alleged misconduct
The woman at the center of the CPS inspector general’s investigation into a candidate for the Chicago Board of Education denounced the watchdog’s handling of the sexual harassment case.
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Tribune Editorial Board endorsements for the 2026 Illinois general election
The baiduhai Editorial Board’s tradition of making political endorsements is a cornerstone of this...
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Orland Park holds off on speed cameras, allows fines for parents after teen takeovers
Orland Park Village Board holds off on plans to bring speed cameras but will crack down on teen takeovers with parental fines.
Entertainment
2026 Chicago International Film Fest makes the connection between moviegoing and owning the DVD
Along with leaning into physical media, this year's CIFF will feature an early look at the highly anticipated “Behemoth!” starring Pedro Pascal, Olivia Wilde and Will Arnett.
Sports
Chicago White Sox are in a postseason groove, as their dance moves prove
The Chicago White Sox are one win from clinching a spot in the ALCS and return home to Rate Field for what figures to be a dance-athon for the ages.
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Photos: Chicago White Sox beat Cleveland Guardians 4-3 in Game 2 of ALDS
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Western Springs updating village’s comprehensive plan, first update since 2003
After almost a quarter century, the village of Western Springs is reviewing and updating its...
Immigration
Army study found shock gloves purchased by ICE cause pain, compliance and fear
By RYAN J. FOLEY The shock gloves immigration agents could soon use to control detainees...
Education
St. Paul and Memorial in Valparaiso named Blue Ribbon schools
Two local schools, both in Valparaiso, have received the Indiana Blue Ribbon Schools designation, Gov....
Crime and Public Safety
Court records: Wife turns Portage husband into police for alleged child porn
A Portage man has been charged with two felonies after his wife found explicit images...
Environment
Cook County removed 100,000 cubic yards of debris, pledges another $8 million toward effort
Cook County announced a $8 million investment in disaster relief for municipalities affected by Aug....
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Just a few days left to enter the 40th annual Tribune Holiday Cookie Contest
Time is running out — be sure to submit your recipes by Friday.
Investigations
Illinois, Chicago, Cook County got $11B in pandemic aid but there were gaps in oversight and transparency
The Tribune and the University of Chicago's Mansueto Institute examined how Illinois, Chicago and Cook...
History
Today in Chicago History: Catherine O’Leary — and cow — exonerated by City Council 126 years after the Great Chicago Fire
Here's a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on Oct. 6, according...
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Portage mayor changes mind on park after listening to residents
Portage Mayor Austin Bonta changed his mind about a park for Cardinal Crossing residents, but...
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