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New House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries hits Chicago on Sunday

Joining Jeffries at a luncheon in River North on Sunday will be Rep. Suzan DelBene, D-Wash., the new Chair of the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee.

Chicago Sun-Times

I bike in Chicago year-round. Like-minded cyclists are pushing me further this winter.

I saddled up my Schwinn and rode 60 miles across the city to talk about gear, motivation and cold-weather strategies with bike couriers and other seasoned riders.

Chicago Sun-Times

Jonathan Toews undecided about future but accepting of life’s uncertainties

The Hawks’ captain faces two of the toughest decisions of his career: whether to stay in Chicago or accept a trade by March 3, and whether to sign another contract with any team in July. At the moment, “things haven’t really taken shape yet” in his mind.

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She made history as Chicago mayor. Reelection may be harder

Lori Lightfoot made history four years ago as the first Black woman and first openly gay person to serve as Chicago mayor

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Man charged with grazing 12-year-old relative when gun in his pocket discharges

Martin Guest, 61, was arrested early Thursday in the 8800 block of South Ridgeland Avenue and charged with recklessly discharging a firearm, Chicago police said. He was taking the gun out of his pocket at the time.

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In Chicago, Secretary of State Blinken says Putin has already lost what he wanted in Ukraine

CHICAGO — Making a brief visit to Chicago on Friday, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said while Ukrainians have suffered tremendously, Russian President Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine has inflicted “extraordinary damage” on his own citizens and military and that U.S.-led sanctions will take a dramatic toll on Russia’s…

Chicago Tribune

Man shot to death in Greater Grand Crossing

Demani Bass, 19, was in the 7300 block of South Wabash Avenue about 4:45 a.m. when he was shot in the abdomen, Chicago police and the Cook County medical examiner’s office said.

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Man shoots, wounds suspected robber in shootout on Green Line train near Cicero station

The man had a concealed-carry license. The suspected robber, 33, was taken to Mount Sinai Hospital in fair-to-serious condition, Chicago Fire Department officials said.

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Bears 2022 WR review: New faces fail to make a difference

Our next Bears position review focuses on the wide receivers, a group that featured many new players who disappointed as a whole.

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Judge temporarily blocks Illinois gun ban from being enforced on plaintiffs in lawsuit

CHICAGO — An Effingham County judge on Friday temporarily blocked Illinois’ recently enacted ban on high-powered weapons and high-capacity magazines from being enforced on more than 850 people and a handful of licensed gun dealers.

Chicago Tribune

Developmentally disabled man may lose sight, taste after shooting, says father, who witnessed the Back of the Yards attack

CHICAGO — Panic and fury have taken hold of Philip Rega, the father of a developmentally disabled man wounded in a hail of gunfire in Chicago’s Back of the Yards neighborhood on Wednesday while he waited for a school bus.

Chicago Tribune

Garcia mentioned in recording during feds’ ComEd probe

The congressman, who is running for mayor of Chicago, is not accused of wrongdoing, and his spokesperson told the Sun-Times on Friday that he “is not involved in any investigation in any manner.”

Chicago Sun-Times

Woman fatally stabbed in Humboldt Park

The woman, 24, was in the 3700 block of West Chicago Avenue about 4:10 p.m. when she was stabbed in the neck and ear, Chicago police said.

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Unidentified congressman in Commonwealth Edison conspiracy documents is US Rep. Jesus ‘Chuy’ Garcia, sources say

CHICAGO — Mayoral challenger Jesús “Chuy” Garcia is an unidentified member of Congress referenced in federal court filings detailing an alleged scheme by then-Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan to appoint one of Garcia’s political associates to a lucrative position on Commonwealth Edison’s board of directors, the Chicago Tribune has learned.

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Paul Sullivan: Blackhawks need to get back to their losing ways to help save the rebuild — Connor Bedard is waiting

CHICAGO — With five wins in six games after their 4-1 victory against the Flyers in Philadelphia on Thursday, the Chicago Blackhawks have proved something to their loyal fans.

Chicago Sun-Times

‘El Chapo’ aide pleads guilty to drug charges in Chicago

Felipe Cabrera Sarabia, known as “The Engineer,” told a judge he had “always made a living as a cattle rancher.” Now he faces up to life in prison.

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Riders decry CTA conditions, DCFS sued for holding foster children in jail and more in your Chicago news roundup

Today’s update is a 5-minute read that will brief you on the day’s biggest stories.

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Netta Walker settles into ‘All American: Homecoming’ after a streak of success in Chicago theater

The actor, who spoke out about discrimination at Roosevelt University, now plays a dance student who’s ‘not afraid to express herself.’

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Millionaire Chicago mayor candidate Willie Wilson says police should ‘hunt’ people like a ‘rabbit’ if they flee

Policing has long been a hot topic in Chicago

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Taylor Kinney taking leave of absence from ‘Chicago Fire’

Reports say the actor is taking time away from the show to “deal with a personal matter.”

Chicago Sun-Times

Lunar New Year starts Sunday: Here’s how Chicago celebrates

In Chinatown, preparations are being made to ring in the Year of the Rabbit — the luckiest of 12 zodiac signs — on Sunday. In Vietnamese communities, it’s the Year of the Cat.

Chicago Sun-Times

Mayor pledges action following WBEZ investigation into criminal registries in Chicago

Police have repeatedly turned away people trying to register as required by law. Mayor Lori Lightfoot is promising a fix but has offered few details.

Chicago Sun-Times

Picture Chicago: Must-see photos from this week in news

From capturing a UIC Faculty United union strike to Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebrations, the Cubs Convention, city politics and more, Sun-Times photographers were out capturing another week in our city.

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Why are those eyeballs floating? That and more about Logan Square mural near Kennedy Expressway

But the painting, completed in October by San Diego artist Chloe Becky on the side of a townhome, ultimately is about the importance of nature.

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15 Most Impactful Bears of 2022: No. 11 Khalil Herbert

Next up in our 15 Most Impactful Bears of 2022 is Khalil Herbert, who played a big part in Chicago's top-ranked rushing attack.

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