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Illinois Democrats on defense over scandals in races for state legislature
With the national political landscape tilting against Republicans ahead of next month's midterm elections, the Illinois GOP is hoping recent scandals involving Democratic state lawmakers will breathe new life into the party's efforts to gain more relevance in the General Assembly.
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Tribune Editorial Board endorsements for the 2026 Illinois general election
The Tribune editorial board’s tradition of making political endorsements is a cornerstone of this newspaper’s...
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DeMotte real estate agent, project manager face off for Indiana State Senate
Democrat Kate-Lynn Holley and Republican James "Jay" Starkey, both of DeMotte, are facing off for the 6th District seat.
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Column: Can some Second City alums make Oklahoma City the new Hollywood?
"Drive Through Fire" is the latest movie project from Jim Carlson and Kate Duffy, two Second City alums who now live in Oklahoma City.
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5 pressing questions after Chicago Bears’ Week 5 loss, including what to do at quarterback
The Chicago Bears endured a humbling 31-7 loss to the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field. What transpired in Week 5 has left them wrestling with questions on both offense and defense.
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Oak Brook 5-bedroom home with stairwell atrium: $1.8M
This five-bedroom home has three full bathrooms, three fireplaces, redwood ceilings and a two-and-a-half story...
Immigration
Years later, migrants bused into Oak Park area still living in limbo
The border crisis landed in Chicago around Christmas in 2023. Shipped up from Texas, migrants...
Education
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills ranked among best k-12 schools in state
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills Elementary District 181 has been recognized as one of the state's premier public...
Crime and Public Safety
Emergency help was delayed by confusion after failed execution of Christa Pike, 911 calls reveal
Emergency help for Christa Pike was delayed by confusion among first responders and Tennessee prison...
Environment
Cleaner water on tap as Skokie’s O’Brien treatment plant breaks ground on $400 million upgrade
Officials for the district said the new water treatment system will help filter out phosphorus...
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Voting has begun in the 40th annual Tribune Holiday Cookie Contest
We've officially entered the voting stage in the Tribune's 40th annual Holiday Cookie Contest.
Investigations
Illinois plastic surgeon with 8 patient deaths faces another license suspension
The Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs temporarily suspended Dr. Ayoub Sayeg’s medical license,...
History
Today in Chicago History: Dantrell Davis, 7, killed by a sniper while walking to school from Cabrini-Green
Here's a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on Oct. 13, according...
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Letters to the Editor: East Maine School District 63’s older buildings need maintenance
Aging school buildings need upgrades. If passed, the referendum would cost the owner of a...
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