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Man’s body pulled from Lake Michigan’s ‘Playpen’ — a week after a woman’s feet were severed there in a boating accident

Spencer William’s body was recovered Saturday evening in waters near the 1000 block of North Lake Shore Drive, according to Chicago police.

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Showdown with LB Roquan Smith is a big victory for Bears GM Ryan Poles

The rookie general manager didn’t flinch when his best player held out and stood his ground after Roquan accused him of negotiating in bad faith. Now Poles has to earn the respect of a player he feels has disrespected him. “My loyalty lies with the City of Chicago,” Roquan said.

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3 things that have contributed to Cubs’ recent success, including Ian Happ’s notable switch-hitting mark

CHICAGO — The Chicago Cubs’ recent stretch of winning series is about to be tested.

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Roquan Smith returns to Bears practice, ending his hold-in over contract negotiations

CHICAGO — After missing the first 15 practices of training camp because of contract discontent and requesting a trade earlier this month, Chicago Bears linebacker Roquan Smith returned to the field Saturday at Halas Hall.

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Sky force decisive Game 3 with 100-62 rout of Liberty

CHICAGO — In the third quarter of Saturday’s first-round playoff game, Chicago Sky guard Allie Quigley paused midplay to grin.

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Chicago Air and Water Show persists through rain and late director’s absence: ‘Seeing this, it gives me joy’

The annual lakefront spectacular returned to the city Saturday after two years of altered or canceled shows due to the pandemic.

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Chicago Town launches new blueberry and sausage flavour to 'excite pizza lovers'

The new flavour is set to anger pizza purists including chefs Gordon Ramsay and Gino D'Acampo who have previously spoken out about their disdain for pineapple on pizza

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Baseball quiz: The quizmaster meets the Beatles

In honor of the anniversary of the band’s shows at Comiskey Park in 1965, this quiz has a musical motif.

Chicago Sun-Times

Bears rookie Velus Jones showcased playmaking ability in preseason debut vs. Seahawks

Bears WR Velus Jones Jr. made his rookie debut vs. the Seahawks, where fans caught a glimpse of the kind of playmaker he can be for Chicago.

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Americans are ready for high-quality passenger rail

Last week, the federal government announced grants to modernize passenger rail service in eight states. A project to modernize Chicago’s Union Station is among those grantees.

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The Liberty want to handle 'Unfinished Business'

The New York Liberty hadn’t won a playoff game since 2015 before Wednesday’s 98-91 first-round victory over the reigning champion Chicago Sky. Now, they’re going for the sweep. They’re looking to make it two-and-done to advance to the second round for a semifinal matchup against the winner of the series…

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W Bets: Bet on Candace Parker to save the Sky from first-round elimination

The champs are on the ropes.

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Paul Sullivan: The Franmil Reyes effect helps Cubs rally past Brewers for their 8th win in 11 games

CHICAGO — The Chicago Cubs on Friday began a stretch of 14 games in 17 days against the Milwaukee Brewers and St. Louis Cardinals, facing off against the two teams battling for the National League Central crown.

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R. Kelly jury watches graphic video clips allegedly showing singer having sex with young teen

CHICAGO — Jurors in R. Kelly’s federal trial watched graphic clips Friday of three separate videos allegedly showing the R&B superstar sexually assaulting his young goddaughter in the late 1990s.

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‘Life has come full circle’: Joe Girardi returns to Cubs as game analyst for Marquee Sports Network

CHICAGO — Joe Girardi’s connection to the Chicago Cubs traces to his childhood.

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Chicago task force recommends removal of monuments, including Christopher Columbus statues, and the addition of others. Now what?

CHICAGO — Two years ago, as the city of Chicago reeled from a bloody battle between police officers and protesters over a prominent statue of Christopher Columbus, Mayor Lori Lightfoot launched an ambitious review of public monuments she said would be “a racial healing and historical reckoning project.”

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R. Kelly jury watches graphic video clips allegedly showing singer having sex with young teen

CHICAGO — Jurors in R. Kelly’s federal trial watched graphic clips of three separate videos allegedly showing the R&B superstar sexually assaulting his goddaughter in the late 1990s, when she was as young as 14.

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Starbucks store in Edgewater becomes latest to unionize

The location becomes the seventh in the Chicago area to align with Workers United, part of the Service Employees International Union.

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Sky’s repeat chances could face new challenge after Kahleah Copper exits practice with apparent injury

CHICAGO — Already a game down to the New York Liberty, the Chicago Sky took another blow Friday when star Kahleah Copper exited practice with what appeared to be a non-contact injury ahead of Saturday’s elimination game.

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Pharma funds Illinois pols, ‘Sister Jean’ turns 103, Honest Chicagoans talk Air and Water Show 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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Chicago cop paralyzed from shooting released from rehab center: ‘This will not keep him down’

Danny Golden was released a month after the Beverly shooting that left him paralyzed. He was greeted by cheers from dozens of supporters and loved ones.

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Picture Chicago: This week’s can’t miss photos

Bears football is back, Chicagoans enjoy the dog days of summer and the Blue Angels ready for the Air and Water Show in our best unseen photos from the last week.

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Chicago Police Board fires cop accused of choking suspect during arrest — five months after judge acquitted him of charges

In a 5-2 decision, the board voted to dismiss Officer Louis Garcia for his actions May 31, 2019, when Garcia and his partner arrested a man at a bus stop in the 9700 block of South Commercial Avenue.

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This week in history: Elvis’ sudden death shocks Chicago

Long live the King — Elvis Presley’s unexpected death on Aug. 16, 1977 led to an outpouring of love from Chicagoans.

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Columbus statues should not return to Grant Park and Little Italy, mayor’s monument commission recommends

It is not clear if the city will follow the recommendations of the Chicago monuments project advisory committee. In May, Mayor Lori Lightfoot hinted strongly at ignoring them.

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