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Chicago Sun-Times @chicago.suntimes.com · 8h

The Hawks put forth a respectable effort in a daunting matchup Tuesday, but new coach Jeff Blashill identified plenty of learning moments in their 3-2 defeat.
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Blackhawks encounter more valleys than peaks in season-opening loss to Panthers

The Hawks put forth a respectable effort in a daunting matchup Tuesday, but new coach Jeff Blashill identified plenty of learning moments in their 3-2 defeat.

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Chicago Sun-Times @chicago.suntimes.com · 11h

Former Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr. will officially launch his campaign for the 2nd Congressional District on Wednesday to honor his father’s 84th birthday.
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Jesse Jackson Jr. to announce congressional run on father's 84th birthday

In a video, Jackson Jr. says he chose the date to honor "a man who inspired my life to public service. A man who blessed me with his name." He also references Rev. Jesse Jackson's 1984 Democratic National Convention speech — and says his father's historic speech made him want to run for office.

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Chicago Sun-Times @chicago.suntimes.com · 11h

As the government shutdown continues for a seventh day, many of the nation’s busiest airports are reporting ground delays or temporary closures as many federal employees are furloughed or working without pay.
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O'Hare flights delayed as government shutdown hits staffing

As the government shutdown continues for a seventh day, many of the nation's busiest airports are reporting ground delays or temporary closures as many federal employees are furloughed or working without pay.

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Chicago Sun-Times @chicago.suntimes.com · 11h

The suburban natural gas supplier says a massive hike is needed for critical infrastructure work.
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Nicor's record-breaking $314M rate hike request should be cut by a third, ICC staff says

The suburban natural gas supplier says a massive hike is needed for critical infrastructure work.

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Chicago Sun-Times @chicago.suntimes.com · 12h

The unanimous voice vote by the City Council’s Committee on Workforce Development means $185 million in retroactive paychecks could soon be in the mail to 4,800 rank-and-file firefighters and paramedics whose pay has been frozen for more than four years.
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City Council committee ratifies firefighter contract, measure goes to full Council for approval

The unanimous voice vote by the City Council's Committee on Workforce Development means $185 million in retroactive paychecks could soon be in the mail to 4,800 rank-and-file firefighters and paramedics whose pay has been frozen for more than four years.

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Chicago Sun-Times @chicago.suntimes.com · 12h

The mayor is one week away from unveiling a 2026 city budget that somehow manages to erase Chicago’s $1.15 billion shortfall after two straight years of deficit spending.
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On top of Trump-imposed National Guard crisis, Mayor Johnson also has a budget quandary to solve

The mayor is one week away from unveiling a 2026 city budget that somehow manages to erase Chicago’s $1.15 billion shortfall after two straight years of deficit spending.

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Chicago Sun-Times @chicago.suntimes.com · 13h

Clinée Hedspeth, Chicago’s cultural commissioner and an ardent ally of Mayor Brandon Johnson, has resigned from her post at the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events.
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Chicago cultural commissioner Clinée Hedspeth resigns City Hall post

An ally of Mayor Brandon Johnson, Hedspeth’s 18-month tenure was marked by internal turmoil, with high staff turnover and bullying accusations.

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Chicago Sun-Times @chicago.suntimes.com · 13h

Gov. JB Pritzker said the Trump administration is keeping him in the dark about immigration enforcement and National Guard deployments.

Pritzker: Defense Secretary more interested in pushups than communication with Illinois leaders

The governor said the Trump administration is keeping him in the dark about immigration enforcement — and National Guard deployments.

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Chicago Sun-Times @chicago.suntimes.com · 14h

An immunologist born in west suburban Elmhurst is among the trio of researchers awarded the Nobel Prize in medicine Monday for their research on how the human immune system determines its targets.

Elmhurst native wins Nobel Prize for work on immune systems

Fred Ramsdell, 64, shared the award with two researchers for their discovery of how the human immune system knows not to attack the body's healthy cells.

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Chicago Sun-Times @chicago.suntimes.com · 15h

Three workers who spoke with the Sun-Times said they haven’t been furloughed, but they’ve dealt with uncertainties and fragmented coordination since the federal government shut down Oct. 1.

Federal workers in Chicago feeling ‘emotionally exhausted’ from government shutdown

Three workers who spoke with the Sun-Times said they haven’t been furloughed, but they’ve dealt with uncertainties and fragmented coordination since the federal government shut down Oct. 1.

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Chicago Sun-Times @chicago.suntimes.com · 16h

A 45-year-old man who was killed when a large metal object smashed through his windshield while he was driving on the Dan Ryan Expressway has been identified.

Man killed when 'large object' crashes through windshield on Dan Ryan identified

Jackine L. Austin, 45, of the city's West Side, was pronounced dead Monday at 5:44 a.m., according to officials.

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Chicago Sun-Times @chicago.suntimes.com · 16h

Down 0-2 in the best-of-five series, the odds are stacked even more dramatically against the Cubs Wednesday.

Cubs face playoff elimination after 7-3 loss to Brewers in Game 2 of NLDS

The Cubs fell behind 2-0 in the best-of-five series.

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Chicago Sun-Times @chicago.suntimes.com · 16h

Military troops arrived at an Elwood training center after weeks of threats from President Donald Trump’s administration, over the objections of local leaders.

Texas National Guard members arrive at Chicago area military training facility

Military troops arrived at an Elwood training center after weeks of threats from President Donald Trump's administration, over the objections of local leaders.

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Chicago Sun-Times @chicago.suntimes.com · 18h

Hatem Abudayyeh of the U.S. Palestinian Community Network reflects on the two years that have elapsed since Hamas’ attacks on Israel led to devastation in Gaza.

Crisis in Gaza 'did not start two years ago,' leading local Palestinian activist says

Hatem Abudayyeh of the U.S. Palestinian Community Network reflects on the two years that have elapsed since Hamas' attacks on Israel led to devastation in Gaza.

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Chicago Sun-Times @chicago.suntimes.com · 19h

A mental health expert offers coping tips for those experiencing stress from immigration operations, as the climate has created widespread fear and uncertainty.

Expert says threats of militarization and immigration enforcement fuel anxieties

One mental health expert offers tips on how to cope with the stress of immigration operations in the Chicago region.

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Chicago Sun-Times @chicago.suntimes.com · 20h

Video footage obtained by the Chicago Sun-Times appears to show three vehicles allegedly involved in the weekend shooting of a woman in Brighton Park—captured just moments before the incident occurred.

Attorney for woman shot by Border Patrol claims agent said, 'Do something b----' before shooting

Body-camera video appears to contradict the government's claim that Marimar Martinez drove toward officers before one of them opened fire at her Saturday morning in Brighton Park, her attorney alleged.

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Chicago Sun-Times @chicago.suntimes.com · 1d

This week’s Chicago-Style Crossword theme is: The Chicago Marathon!

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Chicago-Style Crossword

A full-length puzzle with clues only Chicagoans will know. This week's theme is: The Chicago Marathon.

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Chicago Sun-Times @chicago.suntimes.com · 1d

Members of Congress say they will reintroduce the Wadee Resolution to protect immigrant and refugee children. It’s named for Wadee Alfayoumi, who was fatally stabbed in October 2023 in suburban Plainfield in an anti-Muslim hate crime.
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On what would have been Wadee Alfayoumi's 8th birthday, officials call for protections for immigrant children

Members of Congress say they will reintroduce the Wadee Resolution to protect immigrant and refugee children. It's named for Wadee Alfayoumi, who was fatally stabbed in October 2023 in suburban Plainfield in an anti-Muslim hate crime.

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Chicago Sun-Times @chicago.suntimes.com · 1d

The Rev. Gary Graf will walk more than 800 miles from the south suburbs of Chicago to New York City’s Ellis Island to speak out against the Trump administration’s mass deportation efforts.
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Suburban pastor's pilgrimage to New York will highlight plight of immigrants

The Rev. Gary Graf, 67, leads Our Lady of the Heights in Chicago Heights and is a member of Priests for Justice for Immigrants. Upset by Trump administration detention and deportation of immigrants, Graf is on a walk to mobilize Americans toward compassion.

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Chicago Sun-Times @chicago.suntimes.com · 1d

Chicago police Supt. Larry Snelling said his officers were on the scene Saturday as federal agents fired tear gas and pepper balls at protesters and will continue to respond to requests for help.
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CPD didn’t “stand down” when federal agents requested help at Southwest Side protest, Supt. says

Chicago police Supt. Larry Snelling said his officers were on the scene Saturday as federal agents fired tear gas and pepper balls at protesters and will continue to respond to requests for help: “This is still our city, and we still have a responsibility to maintain safety and calm in our city.”

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Chicago Sun-Times @chicago.suntimes.com · 1d

Jackson Jr., 60, plans to announce his run for the open 2nd Congressional District seat this week, according to his spokesman.
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Jesse Jackson Jr.'s past and future in the balance as he jumps back into political life

Jackson Jr., 60, plans to announce his run for the open 2nd Congressional District seat this week, according to his spokesman.

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Chicago Sun-Times @chicago.suntimes.com · 1d

Events that cater to these students help them see the possibilities, officials say.
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CPS holds first event introducing deaf, hard of hearing students to careers in the trades

Events that cater to these students help them see the possibilities, officials say

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Chicago Sun-Times @chicago.suntimes.com · 1d

Federal authorities say a ranking Latin King street gang member sought the murder of top Border Patrol official Gregory Bovino by sending a Snapchat message that read, “10k if u take him down.”
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Feds say ranking Latin King offered $10K for Bovino's murder

The feds leveled the charges as the Trump administration argues immigration agents are in danger and in need of protection.

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Chicago Sun-Times @chicago.suntimes.com · 1d

Ranking Democrats on two congressional committees are demanding an investigation and expressing “outrage” over an aggressive immigration raid on a South Shore apartment last week.
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Democrats on two congressional committees demand investigation into ICE raid in South Shore

Democrats on the Committee on Homeland Security and the House Committee on the Judiciary joined Illinois Democrats Reps. Delia Ramirez and Jesus "Chuy" Garcia Monday in sending a letter to U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi and Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem that demanded…

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Chicago Sun-Times @chicago.suntimes.com · 1d

Body-camera video appears to contradict the government’s claim that Marimar Martinez, 30, drove toward officers before one of them opened fire at her late Saturday morning in Brighton Park, her attorney claimed.
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Attorney for woman shot by Border Patrol claims officer said 'Do something b-----' before shooting

Body-camera video appears to contradict the government's claim that Marimar Martinez, 30, drove toward officers before one of them opened fire at her late Saturday morning in Brighton Park, her attorney claimed. A judge ordered Martinez and a co-defendant released pending trial.

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