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Voters head to the polls to select Chicago's next mayor

CHICAGO — Storms were believed to be responsible for temporary power outages Tuesday at four polling places on the Northwest and West sides of Chicago.

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Turning 96, Chicago jazz guitarist George Freeman is still playing and about to release a new record

To celebrate his birthday, Freeman and his band are playing two shows at the Green Mill in Uptown.

Chicago Sun-Times

Chicago voters dismayed by low turnout in mayor’s race: ‘It’s a shame’

After a frustratingly low voting numbers in February, there was hope that more people would cast a ballot this time around. But young voters ages 18-24 did improve their numbers slightly from the February election.

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Chicagoans hit the polls, firefighter mourned and more in your Chicago news roundup

Today’s update is about an eight-minute read that will brief you on the day’s biggest stories.

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Midwest Fishing Report: Trout opener, coho, crappie, walleye, (smelt, schmelt, who dealt?)

Illinois’ trout season opener (a success, despite some weather challenges), coho and trout on southern Lake Michigan, crappie improving on inland waters and river walleyes lead his sprawling raw-file Midwest Fishing Report.

Chicago Sun-Times

Chicago firefighter dies, 2 others injured in extra-alarm blaze

CHICAGO — A 49-year-old Chicago firefighter died and two others were injured in a predawn extra-alarm blaze where a mayday alert was called at a house in the West Pullman neighborhood, fire officials said.

Chicago Tribune

Bulls vs. Hawks preview: How to watch, TV channel, start time

Chicago looks to win their third straight game with Play-In implications on the line against Atlanta.

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Bears have pre-draft visit scheduled with Maryland OT Jaelyn Duncan

The Bears have a top 30 visit scheduled with Maryland OT Jaelyn Duncan.

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Bears 2023 NFL draft preview: Where does Chicago stand at RB?

Our Bears' NFL draft preview series continues with running back, which has been overhauled this offseason.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Progressive candidate Brandon Johnson elected Chicago’s new mayor

Election had pit Johnson, who previously supported defunding the police, against the centrist Paul Vallas, who was endorsed by the police union

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Runner left looking like 'sloth from Ice Age' after slipping on black ice

Rachel Pepper, from Chicago, in Illinois, was left with an enormous bump on the side of her head after slipping on dangerous black ice while out for a run

Daily Mirror

It’s Election Day in Wisconsin and Chicago (among others)

Welcome to the Tuesday, April 4, Brew.

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They met and became friends as neighboring season ticket holders for the White Sox. Years later, he donated a kidney to her.

CHICAGO — One rainy day in the spring of 2021, longtime friends Lisa Polk and Kevin Fuller got to talking while shielding themselves from the elements on the 300-level concourse of the Chicago White Sox’s Guaranteed Rate Field.

Chicago Tribune

Q&A: Motorola exec who made the first cellphone call 50 years ago talks Chicago, ChatGPT and tech’s future

Like skyscrapers, improv comedy or even a good hot dog, the cellphone was born in Chicago but quickly claimed by New York City as its own.

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Chicago chooses between progressive, moderate for mayor

Chicago voters are choosing a new mayor to lead the heavily Democratic city

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Storms possible across Chicago area on Election Day

Showers are possible early Tuesday, with a 50% chance of thunderstorms after 3 p.m.

Chicago Tribune

Chicago White Sox closer Liam Hendriks starts his final round of chemotherapy

CHICAGO — The loudest ovation at Guaranteed Rate Field came before Monday’s home opener when a recorded message from Liam Hendriks appeared on the video board.

Chicago Sun-Times

CPD has ‘sufficient resources’ ready for potential protests against Trump arraignment

“The Chicago Police Department is continuing to monitor the situation in New York City,” a Chicago police spokesperson said.

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FOP boss files complaint about city housing migrants at police stations

At least eight migrants, including three children, had been staying at the Central District since they got to Chicago. The Salvation Army moved most of them to a shelter Monday afternoon.

Chicago Tribune

Election officials urge Chicago residents to vote early due to threat of severe weather Tuesday

CHICAGO — The threat of severe weather Tuesday has officials urging Chicago residents to vote early in the day for the runoff election to decide 14 ward representatives as well as the city’s new mayor.

Chicago Tribune

Chicago State University faculty strike after months of unsuccessful negotiations: ‘Where there is people there is power’

CHICAGO — The Chicago State University chapter of the University Professionals of Illinois stood on the picket lines Monday after almost a year of negotiating for better wages. More than 70 union members held green and white signs with the words “on strike for a fair contract” at 95th Street…

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SF Giants nearly make franchise history while spoiling White Sox home opener with Disco-dinger party

CHICAGO — Ringing in the White Sox home opener Monday, it was the Giants who threw a party. Call it a Disco-dinger bash.

Chicago Tribune

Spring housing market ‘stalling’ as record low inventory plagues buyers

Ron Vlasic, 56, was one of 19 bidders on a $315,000, three-bedroom house in Des Plaines in February.

Chicago Sun-Times

Mayor’s race reaches final moments, Chicago State University faculty go on strike and more in your Chicago news roundup

Today’s update is about an eight-minute read that will brief you on the day’s biggest stories.

Sports Illustrated

White Sox’ Liam Hendriks Shares Uplifting Message Amid Cancer Battle

Chicago’s closer indicated a return could be looming.

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