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Meet the guest columnists who’ll shed light on Chicago communities as winners of the Sun-Times’ Chicago’s Next Voices contest

They come from all walks of life and share the hopes, frustrations and fears that connect us all.

Chicago Sun-Times

Quest for growth amid old U.S. Steel site on Southeast Side could seed Chicago’s rebirth as ‘Garden City’

On the Southeast Side, I discovered folks working to restore eco-preserves sprouting between shuttered mills. Here was a nascent template for the entire city and region.

Chicago Sun-Times

Jesse Jackson to retire as head of civil rights organization Rainbow PUSH

The long-time civil rights leader is stepping down from the organization he founded in 1971. Jackson, who will turn 82 in October, has remained active in civil rights despite health setbacks.

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Dwyane Wade joins Chicago Sky ownership group: ‘This is for the home team — literally’

CHICAGO — Chicago native and three-time NBA champion Dwyane Wade is the latest to join the Chicago Sky’s ownership group, adding to a growing list of celebrities and high-profile investors pursuing a stake in the league.

Chicago Tribune

Will Northwestern football recruits stay or decommit? ‘College football coaches and teams are opportunistic.’

CHICAGO — Amid fallout from the report of an outside investigation into hazing within Northwestern’s football program, recruits have started to reassess their commitments.

Chicago Tribune

Picture Chicago: This week’s 15 can’t miss Sun-Times photos

A tornado blew through the Chicago area, anti-violence activists held a die-in protest in Daley Plaza, and the Windy City Smokeout kicked off outside the United Center.

Chicago Sun-Times

Jesse Jackson is stepping down as head of civil rights organization Rainbow PUSH

The Rev. Jesse Jackson plans to step down from leading the Chicago civil rights organization Rainbow PUSH Coalition he founded in 1971

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November trial set for father of suspect in deadly July 4 parade shooting in suburban Chicago

An Illinois judge has set a Nov. 6 trial date for a father charged with helping his son obtain a gun license three years before the son allegedly shot dead seven people at a 2022 Fourth of July parade in suburban Chicago

The Independent UK

Worst American city for pensions confronts a $35 billion crisis

One of Brandon Johnson’s first moves as Chicago mayor was to buy himself time to address the city’s biggest financial problem: the more than $35 billion owed to its pension funds.

Tribune News Service

Rev. Jesse Jackson stepping down from Rainbow/PUSH Coalition; successor to be named soon

Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr., who was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease eight years ago, is stepping down from the Rainbow/PUSH Coalition, the influential Chicago-based civil rights organization he founded through its predecessor, Operation PUSH, more than 50 years ago.

Chicago Tribune

Chicago man who stole prized photo from Nancy Pelosi’s office during Capitol riot gets more than four years in prison

Federal prosecutors say Kevin Lyons drove through the night to arrive in Washington, D.C., on the morning of Jan. 6, 2021. He’d posted his driving route from Chicago on Instagram with the comment, “I refuse to tell my children that I sat back and did nothing. I’m heading to DC…

Chicago Sun-Times

As ‘National Lampoon’s Vacation’ turns 40, Anthony Michael Hall looks back on his summer as a teenage Griswold

The actor, now a dad himself, was stunned to be working with Chevy Chase, Eugene Levy, Harold Ramis and other greats as part of the suburban Chicago family on a quest for fun at Walley World

Chicago Sun-Times

Beyoncé’s ‘Renaissance Tour’ in Chicago: brunches, drag and more

Explore city-wide events before the tour stops by Soldier Field on July 22 and 23.

Chicago Sun-Times

Chicago Native Dwyane Wade Joins Ownership Group of WNBA’s Sky

The basketball Hall of Famer is already a part-owner of two other professional teams.

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Fatal shooting of Karina Gonzalez once again highlights difficulty of seizing guns from spouse accused of abuse

A bill in the General Assembly would give police the authority to immediately remove a gun after a protection order is issued and would give them 48 hours to do it.

Chicago Sun-Times

Giannis Antetokounmpo mural in Milwaukee is the work of Cicero artist Mauricio Ramirez

Bulls fans, don’t hold that against him. Ramirez has family there. He’s also the artist behind plenty of murals around Chicago and far beyond.

USA Today Sports Media Group

PODCAST: What has happened with the Bears this offseason?

Jess Root talks with Bears Wire managing editor and senior editor of the NFL Wire sites Alyssa Barbieri to talk about the Chicago Bears.

USA Today Sports Media Group

30 Most Important Bears of 2023: No. 12 Trevis Gipson

Up next in our Most Important Bears of 2023 series is Trevis Gipson, who will be playing for his future in Chicago this season.

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The Independent UK

At least 11 tornadoes hit the Chicago area this week, weather service says

The National Weather Service says a tornado outbreak in the Chicago area this week produced at least 11 twisters

USA Today Sports Media Group

Bears players who could surprise everyone in 2023

Which Chicago player could surprise everyone in 2023? Our Bears Wire staff discusses.

Chicago Sun-Times

Lori Lightfoot, Jim Gardiner accused of ethics violations that could trigger fines

As the Chicago Sun-Times and WBEZ-FM Radio reported, the Lightfoot reelection campaign sent more than 9,900 emails to CPS and City Colleges staff over a period of months.

Zenger

VP Harris To Speak At UnidosUS Conference On Hispanic Economic Power

VP Kamala Harris to address UnidosUS Conference on economic power of Hispanic community and Biden-Harris Administration's equity initiatives

Chicago Sun-Times

Man fatally shot in Chicago Lawn

A man was fatally shot Thursday night in Chicago Lawn on the South Side.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Bulls Summer League Notebook: 3-point shooting back down to earth

The Chicago Bulls dropped their third game of Summer League on Thursday afternoon to the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Chicago Sun-Times

Hey, urban planners, the 15-minute neighborhood is not a new idea

Take Back of the Yards, where almost every corner had a small grocer, a candy store, a bakery, a meat market or a tavern. Maybe it’s time to bring back the concept, in a less parochial, more cosmopolitan and more inclusive way, writes Chicago history expert and author Dominic Pacyga.

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