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Chicago aldermen back higher minimum for speed camera tickets. Mayor Lori Lightfoot calls that ‘unconscionable’

CHICAGO — Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot is making a public appeal to save one of her signature policies: ticketing drivers caught by automated speed cameras going as little as 6 mph over the limit.

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Duels of the road? Democrats’ critical views of each other make secretary of state race seem even more crowded

The looming void left by retiring Secretary of State Jesse White has drawn an ambitious field of hopefuls — all targeting the ethical missteps or perceived failings of their rivals.

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‘Everybody was just shocked.’ Man shot on Red Line train near 47th Street station

He was taken to the University of Chicago Medical Center in “grave” condition, fire officials said.

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Park District’s delay in opening public pools deprives Chicagoans of summer fun

Not everyone lives by a beach, so the delay means one fewer summer activity for residents, especially teenagers, who were cooped up inside the last two summers due to the coronavirus pandemic.

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Abbott plans offices in Chicago’s Willis Tower

The medical device maker will keep its headquarters in the northern suburbs but says a downtown location works for employees who want to avoid a long commute.

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Man killed in Roseland shooting

He was struck multiple times and taken to the University of Chicago Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead, police said.

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Man fatally shot, 17-year-old boy wounded in Lawndale

They were standing in a kitchen about 1:50 a.m. in the 2100 block of South Lawndale Avenue when someone fired shots through a window, Chicago police said.

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My worst moment: ‘Moonlight’ screenwriter Tarell Alvin McCraney and the time he was told to fight back against an actor

CHICAGO — Tarell Alvin McCraney became a household name after winning an Oscar for his “Moonlight” screenplay in 2017. His Hollywood credits in the years since also include the script for Steven Soderbergh’s “High Flying Bird” and as creator and executive producer of the OWN series “David Makes Man.”

Chicago Tribune

Sister of departing City Council member approved to fill his 24th Ward seat: ‘If you’re anything like your brother, you’re wonderful’

The Rules Committee unanimously approved Monique Scott to replace Michael Scott without a word of debate — not even a question about the new chapter her selection writes in Chicago’s book of political nepotism.

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Paul Sullivan: Cubs are once again fair game for late-night talk show jokes — just like the 1990s

CHICAGO — When Stephen Colbert watched Chicago Cubs first baseman Frank Schwindel pitch in relief during an 18-4 loss to the New York Yankees a few weeks ago, the late-night talk show host was amused by his eephus pitch.

Chicago Tribune

Afternoon Edition: June 21, 2022

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

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Chicago fishing, Midwest Fishing Report: Perch, smallmouth, lake trout, flatheads, walleye, bluegill

Once again summer is truly here and the variety of fishing around Chicago shows in this sprawling raw-file Midwest Fishing Report.

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Vice President Kamala Harris visits Illinois on Friday: stops in Chicago, Plainfield

Harris will highlight the administration’s work on maternal health and will speak at a convention of Latino officials.

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Chicago police banned from chasing people just because they run away following two fatal shootings

Deaths of Adam Toledo, 13, and Anthony Alvarez, 22, heaped pressure on Chicago police to change foot pursuit policy

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What Do Cannabis And Mortgage Banking Have In Common? A Lot, According To Charlie Bachtell Of Cresco Labs

After the sweeping success of Benzinga's 4/20 Miami event, the Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference is heading back to Chicago.

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Updated look at Bears offensive line depth after Dakota Dozier lands on IR

The Bears placed Dakota Dozier on IR following an injury in minicamp. Here's a look at where Chicago's offensive line depth stands.

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Texas Republicans turn up the crazy

In their newly approved draft party platform, the Lone Star State GOP threaten to secede. And more.

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New Chicago Police Department policy bars officers from chasing a person simply for fleeing

The policy notably bars officers from chasing a person simply for fleeing, and advises them to reconsider pursuing someone who appears armed with a gun.

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Chicago police unveil long-awaited foot pursuit policy

A new foot pursuit policy prohibits Chicago police officers from chasing people simply because they run away or if they are suspected of committing minor offenses

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‘The Bear’: Darkly funny Chicago restaurant show demands to be devoured

Prestigious chef takes over the family’s ramshackle Italian beef joint on the frenetic series on Hulu.

Chicago Tribune

Two major federal trials in Chicago — R. Kelly’s next appearance before a jury and the ComEd case — delayed by courtroom availability issue

CHICAGO — R. Kelly’s second federal trial will be delayed two weeks, a federal judge in Chicago announced Tuesday, since the ceremonial courtroom large enough to accommodate a multiple-defendant trial in the COVID era will not be available until mid-August.

Chicago Tribune

Chicago has a new marketing campaign, telling visitors ‘When You Go You Know’

Looking to draw back visitors after the pandemic sent Chicago’s tourism industry plummeting, the city’s official tourism arm is rolling out a new marketing campaign.

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Projecting the Bears’ 2022 starting offense after mandatory minicamp

The Bears wrapped mandatory minicamp last week, and we're predicting what Chicago's starting offense will look like in 2022.

Chicago Tribune

‘More funerals than weddings’: Chicago man tells Senate about trauma of gun violence

CHICAGO — When Ernest Willingham walked up Capitol Hill, he was shrouded in memories of bullets.

Chicago Tribune

The future of the Illinois GOP — and how far right it may go — lies with this month’s primary

CHICAGO — More than just picking nominees for governor and other offices, Illinois Republicans’ choices this June 28 primary also will determine the GOP’s future and whether the state party’s gradual move to the right in recent years will accelerate.

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