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Apple fritter season in Chicago is here — five local spots for these yummy fried treats

The familiar fall delights are within reach of almost every Chicago neighborhood — and most are under $5 apiece.

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John Lawrence Donoghue, who survived kamikaze attacks and helped devise plan to move Chicago’s U-505 submarine, dies at 104

Mr. Donoghue carried an injured crew mate on the USS Intrepid to a medical station. Minutes later he watched in horror as another kamikaze crashed into the spot where he just delivered the injured man.

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Greg Penner gave Sean Payton a game ball after Broncos’ first win

"Hopefully, that's the first of many relative to where we're going," Broncos coach Sean Payton said after Sunday's win in Chicago.

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Loop parking garages to add 300 EV charging stations with help from ComEd

Millennium Garages plans to have 300 chargers in its downtown parking decks by 2026 to meet the growth in electric vehicle ownership in Chicago.

Chicago Sun-Times

Nix gas stoves and heat in new buildings, and go all-electric, for cleaner air

An ordinance to be introduced this month would set Chicago on a managed transition away from the use of expensive, unhealthy natural gas, City Council members William Hall and Timmy Knudsen write.

Chicago Sun-Times

Arrest Made In Tupac Shakur Murder Case After 27 Years

Last living suspect arrested in Tupac Shakur's murder case after 27 years, bringing hope for justice and closure.

Zenger

‘The Who’s Tommy’ leads the pack at Equity Jeff Awards ceremony

The critically acclaimed, revamped production of the musical propelled the Goodman’s 12 wins at the awards recognizing excellence in Chicago Equity theater productions. Teatro Vista’s “Dream King” earned eight awards.

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Pritzker presses Biden for more help as migrant buses double: ‘Illinois stands mostly unsupported against this enormous strain’

On a call with the White House on Sunday, the governor and Mayor Brandon Johnson warned that Chicago could receive as many as 1,250 migrants a day.

Chicago Sun-Times

Chicago needs a realistic ‘Welcoming City’ ordinance

The city should maintain its policy of non-cooperation with federal immigration authorities, Ald. Anthony Beale writes, but needs federal help to afford the rising cost of resettling asylum seekers.

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Fisher lands a big northern pike on the Chicago lakefront after several misses

Bart Piet added another to his list of big northern pike caught on the Chicago lakefront, this one capping a list of miscues.

Chicago Sun-Times

Report paints a portrait of Chicago’s cultural arts scene in ‘crisis’ post-pandemic

But there is hope, too, according to the report. It shows small- and medium-budget organizations saw a slight increase in average staff sizes. BIPOC organizations also grew their companies with the addition of full-and part-time employees.

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Afternoon Edition: Bears reach new low with heartbreaking loss, Claypool mess

Plus: Ex-gang kingpin loses First Step Act bid, the chain restaurants that link us together and more Edit

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Chicago Auxiliary Bishop Kevin M. Birmingham dies at 51

‘He passed away in his sleep,’ according to an archdiocese spokesperson. It wasn’t clear what caused his death.

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Former Chicago gang kingpin Jeff Fort loses First Step Act bid for freedom after 40 years in prison

Convicted of offering to bomb U.S. buildings for $2 million, ordering murder of a rival drug dealer, the 76-year-old El Rukn founder was denied release under legislation allowing judges to consider “compassionate release” for aging inmates.

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At age 104, skydiving Chicagoan sets world record

Dorothy Hoffner became the oldest-living person to parachute from a plane when she jumped Sunday in Ottawa. ‘There was nothing scary about it,’ she says.

The Independent UK

Chicago woman, 104, skydives from plane, aiming for record as the world's oldest skydiver

A 104-year-old Chicago woman is hoping to be certified as the oldest person to ever skydive after making a tandem jump Sunday and landing 13,500 feet later at a northern Illinois airport

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Photos from the Bears’ Week 4 loss vs. Broncos

The Bears lost their 14th consecutive game with a Week 4 loss to the Broncos. Take a look at the action:

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Bear Necessities: Recapping Chicago’s Week 4 loss vs. Broncos

The Bears choked away a 21-point lead in a loss to the Broncos in Week 4. We recap Sunday's headlines.

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Federal gun violence prevention office will cost a lot, produce little

Goals should be accompanied by concrete ideas — not vague intended actions.

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Menashe Properties takes a chance on West Loop’s elusive revival

In the first sale of a downtown building in more than a year, buyer Menashe aims to be ready as tenants move or expand their space.

The Guardian - UK

Singer-songwriter Kara Jackson: ‘So much of the way we grieve is formed by capitalism’

Refusing the ‘confessional’ tag and unafraid to break songwriting rules, the Chicago musician has written one of the most acclaimed debut albums of the year

Sports Illustrated

The Bears’ 0–4 Start Is a Glimpse of Their Worst Possible Timeline

Chicago’s offseason was designed to help the team improve in the short term and build for the future. But right now nothing is working for this franchise.

Chicago Sun-Times

U.S. aid to Ukraine in its fight against Russia faces a rocky road in Congress

Chicago Rep. Mike Quigley, co-chair of the Congressional Ukraine Caucus, was the only Democrat to vote against the stopgap measure averting a government shutdown.

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Bears explode in the 1st half with 3 TDs vs. Broncos

Justin Fields and the Bears offense could not be stopped in the first half against the Denver Broncos.

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5 storylines ahead of Bears vs. Broncos in Week 4

Many questions surround the Bears as they prepare to take on the Broncos in Week 4. We break down the storylines ahead of the game.

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