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Stricken families search for answers after mothers are accused of harming children - Chicago Sun-Times
Stricken families search for answers after mothers are accused of harming children - Chicago Sun-Times
In four high-profile cases last year in Chicago, mothers are accused of taking the lives of four children and injuring five others in drownings, stabbings and an arson. Experts say the tragedies signal the need for better mental health care.
Community members find comfort with ‘chosen family’ at Center on Halsted’s Thanksgiving meal - Chicago Sun-Times
Community members find comfort with ‘chosen family’ at Center on Halsted’s Thanksgiving meal - Chicago Sun-Times
About 200 people enjoyed Thanksgiving meals at the holiday celebration, many returning year after year for the sense of belonging and support they find around the table. “I’m really glad that these dinners exist."
Post-Thanksgiving storm could blanket Chicago with 6 inches of snow - Chicago Sun-Times
Post-Thanksgiving storm could blanket Chicago with 6 inches of snow - Chicago Sun-Times
Steady snowfall Saturday could lead to difficult driving during the post-Thanksgiving commute, forecasters say.
Transportation leaders celebrate completion of $380 million South Side rail project - Chicago Sun-Times
Transportation leaders celebrate completion of $380 million South Side rail project - Chicago Sun-Times
Officials say the completed rail flyover will reduce freight and passenger train conflicts and improve reliability along one of the country’s busiest freight corridors.
Museum of Science and Industry workers set strike date as contract talks continue - Chicago Sun-Times
Museum of Science and Industry workers set strike date as contract talks continue - Chicago Sun-Times
The strike date comes ahead of a scheduled bargaining session on Nov. 17, the final meeting before the deadline.
Students remember Loyola’s beloved Sister Jean: 'She was a safe person to talk to' - Chicago Sun-Times
Students remember Loyola’s beloved Sister Jean: 'She was a safe person to talk to' - Chicago Sun-Times
Sister Jean, who served as chaplain for the men’s basketball team and was a fixture on campus for decades, died Thursday at 106.
Judge orders Friday removal of fence at Broadview ICE facility - Chicago Sun-Times
Judge orders Friday removal of fence at Broadview ICE facility - Chicago Sun-Times
Federal agents conduct overnight ‘targeted immigration’ operation in South Shore - Chicago Sun-Times
Federal agents conduct overnight ‘targeted immigration’ operation in South Shore - Chicago Sun-Times
The federal agents’ appearance came early Tuesday, hours after Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker said the Trump administration had called for 100 military personnel to head to the state.
First Illinois West Nile virus death of 2025 confirmed in suburban Cook County - Chicago Sun-Times
First Illinois West Nile virus death of 2025 confirmed in suburban Cook County - Chicago Sun-Times
The person who died was not identified by Cook County officials, who said Cook County has logged nearly double the number of West Nile virus cases compared with 2024.
Chicago health officials report rise in rare rat-linked illness - Chicago Sun-Times
Chicago health officials report rise in rare rat-linked illness - Chicago Sun-Times
Good Samaritan hears screams, calls 911 after woman is shot in Lake View - Chicago Sun-Times
Good Samaritan hears screams, calls 911 after woman is shot in Lake View - Chicago Sun-Times
Lawyer for families of teens shot in Douglass Park says alleged gunman should face hate crime charges - Chicago Sun-Times
Lawyer for families of teens shot in Douglass Park says alleged gunman should face hate crime charges - Chicago Sun-Times
A 15-year-old was killed, and a 14-year-old was wounded about 7 p.m. Thursday. The 14-year-old is a cousin of Laquan McDonald, who was shot and killed by a Chicago police officer in 2014. The alleged gunman, a 55-year-old Chicago Park District lifeguard, told police he acted in self-defense.
Pilsen protesters denounce Trump administration’s stepped-up ICE raids
Pilsen protesters denounce Trump administration’s stepped-up ICE raids
Chicagoans upset over last week's detention of at least 10 immigrants by ICE agents with assistance from CPD officers in the South Loop called for a halt on further federal action and an investigation into whether Chicago police violated the city's sanctuary city ordinance.
Officials raise flag for Pride month, call for stand against LGBTQ+ rights rollbacks - Chicago Sun-Times
Officials raise flag for Pride month, call for stand against LGBTQ+ rights rollbacks - Chicago Sun-Times
At Grant Park commemoration, veterans, families reflect on Memorial Day: 'Freedom is not free'
At Grant Park commemoration, veterans, families reflect on Memorial Day: 'Freedom is not free'
Speakers ask fellow citizens to remember the attributes that tie the nation together rather than those that divide us. Among the honored guests was retired Air Force Maj. Gen. John Borling, who spent six years as a POW in the Hanoi Hilton.
As cherry blossoms peak in Chicago, here’s how to get a peek before they’re gone
As cherry blossoms peak in Chicago, here’s how to get a peek before they’re gone
Once the flowers open, cherry blossoms typically stick around for just one to two weeks, and that window can shrink depending on weather conditions, experts say.
Cherry blossoms emerge at Jackson Park
Cherry blossoms emerge at Jackson Park
As Real ID deadline nears, long lines and confusion at DMV centers
As Real ID deadline nears, long lines and confusion at DMV centers
Real IDs will be required to fly domestically or enter federal facilities by May 7. The Illinois secretary of state advises people to wait to get one unless they really need it by the deadline.
Protesters march against Trump in nationwide Presidents Day demonstration
Protesters march against Trump in nationwide Presidents Day demonstration
Speakers called out the Trump administration on a wide range of issues, including withholding healthcare data, firing federal workers and curtailing LGBTQ and reproductive rights.
Cardinal Cupich reminds inmates at Cook County Jail that they are part of the human family
Cardinal Cupich reminds inmates at Cook County Jail that they are part of the human family
During the annual Christmas service, which marked its 42nd year at the jail on Wednesday, Cardinal Blase Cupich delivered a hopeful message of inclusion and faith to the nearly 50 inmates gathered.
St. Francis de Sales High School welcomes hundreds of families for holiday food distribution
St. Francis de Sales High School welcomes hundreds of families for holiday food distribution
Affordable housing advocates demand action on vacant CHA properties during Las Posadas rally in Logan Square
Affordable housing advocates demand action on vacant CHA properties during Las Posadas rally in Logan Square
Taste of Chicago serves up restaurants — from first-timers to familiar favorites: 'It’s truly a city celebration'
Taste of Chicago serves up restaurants — from first-timers to familiar favorites: 'It’s truly a city celebration'
4 killed in shooting on CTA Blue Line train in Forest Park, suspect in custody
4 killed in shooting on CTA Blue Line train in Forest Park, suspect in custody
Contaminated drinking water found at downtown day care, 2 more federal buildings
Contaminated drinking water found at downtown day care, 2 more federal buildings
Etta In Bucktown, Aya Pastry File For Bankruptcy
Etta In Bucktown, Aya Pastry File For Bankruptcy
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The Misidentified — Center for Health Journalism
The Misidentified — Center for Health Journalism
The Misidentified
The Misidentified
Nearly 19,000 more deaths in Cook County: The pandemic’s toll, two years in
Nearly 19,000 more deaths in Cook County: The pandemic’s toll, two years in
Vaccine disparities led to unnecessary deaths in Chicago, a new study finds
Vaccine disparities led to unnecessary deaths in Chicago, a new study finds
The Berghoff restaurant reopens Monday after a year light on happy-hour and lunch patrons
The Berghoff restaurant reopens Monday after a year light on happy-hour and lunch patrons
Why Some States Won’t Share Race and Ethnicity Data on Vaccinations with the CDC—and Why That’s a Problem | The COVID Tracking Project
Why Some States Won’t Share Race and Ethnicity Data on Vaccinations with the CDC—and Why That’s a Problem | The COVID Tracking Project
‘Unique historical fear’ of Carle Health billing practices may lead some to skip COVID-19 vaccine, health officials worry - Investigate Midwest
‘Unique historical fear’ of Carle Health billing practices may lead some to skip COVID-19 vaccine, health officials worry - Investigate Midwest
1,000 inmates still stuck in county jails — creating dangerous conditions — because state prisons won’t take them, sheriffs say
1,000 inmates still stuck in county jails — creating dangerous conditions — because state prisons won’t take them, sheriffs say
Fears, misinformation still fueling vaccine hesitancy in Illinois, new data show
Fears, misinformation still fueling vaccine hesitancy in Illinois, new data show
‘Unique historical fear’ of Carle Health billing practices may lead some to skip COVID-19 vaccine, health officials worry
‘Unique historical fear’ of Carle Health billing practices may lead some to skip COVID-19 vaccine, health officials worry
How much do mass vaccine clinics cost to run? Up to $400,000 a day
How much do mass vaccine clinics cost to run? Up to $400,000 a day
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