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Lightfoot bears brunt of criticism at mayoral candidate forum on issues affecting disabled Chicagoans

For the first time since the ballot was set, seven of the city’s nine mayoral candidates gathered to discuss their strategies for the city at a forum hosted by Access Living.

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New York and Chicago mayors tell Colorado to stop busing migrants

The mayors of New York City and Chicago denounced Colorado for busing migrants to the two cities — calling it inhumane and a strain on resources — as President Joe Biden’s first presidential visit to the U.S.-Mexico border highlights immigration issues.

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Concordia University Chicago basketball players hospitalized after intense practice

CHICAGO — Concordia University Chicago’s basketball coach has been temporarily removed after five players were hospitalized this week following a practice some allege was punishment for curfew violations.

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New York Post says Robert Crimo III, Highland Park shooting suspect, prank-called reporter on New Year’s Eve

CHICAGO — Robert “Bobby” Crimo III, the alleged Highland Park Fourth of July parade shooter, prank-called a New York Post reporter on New Year’s Eve from jail, the outlet reported Saturday.

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Former Luke Kornet teammate Adam Mokoka reveals the recent origin of the ‘Korntest’

Adam Mokoka, a teammate of the Celtics center's from their time with the Chicago Bulls, revealed Kornet developed the unorthodox method recently.

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Man killed, 3 teens wounded in separate shootings since Friday across Chicago

A 29-year-old man was killed and three teenage boys, ages 14 and 15, were wounded in separate attacks.

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

Chicago looks to win their third-straight on Saturday vs. Utah.

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Muskie on ice? Christmas trees and crappie sets, fishing DuSable Harbor

Look close to see what looks like a muskie in ice, using Christmas trees for crappie and a question on fishing DuSable Harbor are among the notes from around Chicago outdoors and beyond.

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As Chicago police prepare to relaunch ‘gang database,’ concerns remain the tool could unfairly sweep up many

CHICAGO — Critics remain concerned by the Chicago Police Department’s impending relaunch of its much-criticized “gang database,” a tool intended to identify people with connections to street gangs, even after the process to revamp it was paused last fall at the behest of the city’s new police oversight committee.

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How do the 2022 Bears compare with the worst teams in franchise history? A look at some of the ‘darkest and dreariest’ years.

CHICAGO — The Chicago Bears had just lost by 31 points to a division rival, one of what would become 13 losses in the season. In the Chicago Tribune the next day, the Bears coach was quoted as calling it “one of the darkest and dreariest days in Bear history.”

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Lead exposure, other environmental hazards are why Chicago needs green schools

School communities, residents, elected leaders and policymakers should work together to protect the health of every school community member.

Chicago Sun-Times

Chicago Alderman Roberto Maldonado won’t seek reelection, ending 13-year tenure

CHICAGO — Longtime Chicago Alderman Roberto Maldonado, 26th, appears to be joining the parade of City Council members opting out of another term.

Chicago Tribune

Three Kings Day celebrations in Chicago include toy and bicycle drive, sold-out bakeries

Across Chicago on Friday, Latin American families of different backgrounds celebrated the annual traditions that come with the Epiphany, or Three Kings Day.

Chicago Sun-Times

Behind Enemy Lines: Previewing Vikings Week 18 matchup w/Bears Wire

We spoke with Bears Wire to get the lowdown on the Vikings' NFC North Rivals

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Ald. Roberto Maldonado withdraws from race for Chicago City Council

Ald. Maldonado (26th) becomes the 16th member of the Council not seeking reelection. He has served on the Council since 2009, when he was appointed by Mayor Richard M. Daley.

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Orthodox Christmas celebrations commence Friday night

For Baltic, Hellenic, Arabic and Coptic households in Eastern Orthodox Churches, midnight mass and traditional holiday food come on a different calendar.

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NCT 127 Chicago show a homecoming for member Johnny Suh

The K-pop group kicks off a brief U.S. tour at the United Center with Glenbrook North High School alum in tow.

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On Jan. 6 anniversary, Lightfoot faces criticism over suspended cop’s ties to Proud Boys

CHICAGO — To mark the two-year anniversary of the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol, Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot released a statement praising congressional investigators and calling for “those responsible” to be held accountable.

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Chicago lawyer accused of using racial slur and obscenity during hearing that was being live-streamed

The comments were made during an unmuted conversation while the lawyer waited for her client and were heard by the judge and other participants on the Zoom court call, according to a court filing.

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Bronzeville’s legacy poised to finally get its due with National Heritage Area

The Bronzeville-Black Metropolis National Heritage Area can help tell that story of what it has meant to be Black while living, working and playing in this city.

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How City Hall went after Ald. Burnett and a drug house, why your Peoples Gas bill could rise 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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Why does this Field Museum scientist live in Madagascar? Because that’s where you find the oddest creatures.

Of the Chicago museum’s 150 or so scientists, Steve Goodman is the only one who’s permanently in the field. For 35 years, he has worked in the island nation whose isolation makes it one of the planet’s most biologically rich places.

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Trade union leaders square off in verbal slugfest over stalled crane ordinance

The stalled proposal would require a Chicago crane operators license for any equipment to lift over 1,000 pounds, half the current weight limit. It’s a good thing for Operating Engineers Local 150 that no final vote was taken. If there had been a roll call, the ordinance would surely have…

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Picture Chicago: Check out 11 must-see photos from the last week

A new K-9 for the Cook County Sheriff’s Office, Vice President Kamala Harris’ latest visit and more in our best recent photos.

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Bill giving Chicago principals bargaining rights is headed to governor’s desk

Principals have fought for years to be able to bargain collectively. The bill passed the Senate on Friday after previously passing the House.

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