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These locals are half-Ukrainian, half-Russian: A dual heritage with a unique pain as the war rapidly escalates
Ukrainian-Russian-mixed local residents feel a unique pain amid Putin's invasion and crackdown on dissent, fearing for the future of their countries.
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Clarence Page: Donald Trump’s Cabinet of the mediocre invites possible catastrophe
“Kakistocracy” is trending again, very likely in response to Donald Trump's Cabinet nominees.
Business
Too Midwestern for a megasale? In some markets, mansions are selling for $100M and up, but not in Chicago. Here’s why.
The Chicago area has yet to see a single megasale — a residence that sells for $100 million or more. The Chicago area has never even seen a $25 million sale of a single residential property.
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Today in History: Queen singer Freddie Mercury dies
On Nov. 24, 1991, Queen singer Freddie Mercury died in London at age 45 of AIDS-related pneumonia.
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IHSA state football playoffs: Complete semifinal results — plus the schedule for championship weekend
The 2024 IHSA state football playoffs began the first weekend in November with 256 teams in the field. Sixteen remain. And come Saturday night, eight will be crowned champions.
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Week 12 photos: Chicago Bears vs. Minnesota Vikings
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Donald Trump taps Brooke Rollins as agriculture chief, completing proposed slate of Cabinet secretaries
President-elect Donald Trump said Saturday that he will nominate former White House aide Brooke Rollins...
Education
As Americans are beyond burned out, Tricia Hersey’s Nap Ministry preaches the right to rest
In her new book, “We Will Rest! The Art of Escape,” the author and academic...
Environment
As fast fashion’s waste pollutes Africa’s environment, designers in Ghana are finding a solution
Neither Ghana’s fast-growing population of 34 million people nor its overtaxed infrastructure is equipped to...
Investigations
Illinois’ weak lobbying laws help sustain culture of corruption
The cozy relationship between lawmakers and lobbyists, coupled with some of the flimsiest regulations in...
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Police: 1 teen dead, 1 wounded in Little Village shooting
A teenaged boy is dead and another is wounded after a shooting early Sunday morning.
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Today in Sports History: Wayne Gretzky scores his 600th NHL goal
1988 — Wayne Gretzky scores his 600th NHL goal.
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Thanksgiving 2024: 33 bakeries and restaurants for pie in Chicagoland
Pies can sometimes be the highlight of the festive feast but whether you’re hosting a...
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Asking Eric: Nephew only wants to play video games on family vacation
Dear Eric: We live on a lake and love hosting our great-nieces and nephews on...
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Countdown to glam with these top beauty advent calendars
Beauty advent calendars are more than just a great gift: They’re also a festive way...