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Chicago outdoors: Eastern bluebird, silver pike or muskie, Annie Dillard on botany and moral thinkers

A good photograph of an eastern bluebird, a good question (and answer) on pike or muskie, and Annie Dillard on botany and moral thinkers are among the notes from around Chicago outdoors and beyond.

Chicago Sun-Times

Why Pilsen is the ‘perfect place’ for Mike Magee

When Magee set out to build a distillery/tasting room (complete with a street soccer field) for the Sneaky Fox vodka he created in 2018, Pilsen drew him in because it had the kind of property he needed but also has stayed true to itself.

Chicago Sun-Times

A new era rises in Chicago’s 11th Ward with Nicole Lee

The old 11th Ward was a bonanza of power for the Daley family for decades. With Lee’s appointment, the new 11th Ward will hopefully be a bonanza of power for her community.

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4 shot, 2 fatally in Chicago Friday

A man was shot to death during an attempted carjacking in Belmont Central.

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A company in Illinois got fringe famous for creating ‘Lego’ meth labs — then it made a ‘Lego’ Zelenskyy to help Ukraine and sold out many times over

NAPERVILLE, Ill. -- Joe Trupia fell back into the seat of an old wooden school desk.

Chicago Tribune

Miami Hurricanes beat Iowa State 70-56 to advance to first Elite Eight in school history

CHICAGO — The Miami Hurricanes’ improbable ride through March Madness continued, as they overcame Iowa State’s suffocating defense and deafening fan contingent to advance to their first Elite Eight in school history with a 70-56 win over the Cyclones in the most unforeseen Sweet 16 matchup of the NCAA Tournament.

Miami Herald

1 dead, 2 injured during shooting at Chicago-area mall, officials say

CHICAGO — One person died on the way to the hospital while two others were injured during a shooting at a shopping mall in Rosemont on Friday night.

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Kansas, last No. 1 seed standing, reaches Elite Eight with late surge against Providence

CHICAGO — Kansas is one win away from a spot in the Final Four.

Tribune News Service

The Cubs Are Better Than You Think

When the Cubs executed their trade-deadline fire sale last July—after they had traded Yu Darvish and nontendered Kyle Schwarber in December 2020—it appeared that they would be entering a multiyear transition. Perhaps this wouldn’t be the type of long rebuild they endured a decade ago, but it was ...

Sports Illustrated

‘Buried treasure’: Stained-glass dome at Cultural Center gleams once again

The $15 million renovation began in February 2021.

Chicago Sun-Times

Yoshi Sekiguchi dies at 90; ‘Japanese Hank Williams’ became acclaimed Chicago graphic designer for Playboy, Disney, Sony, Burger King

When he performed “Your Cheatin’ Heart” for homesick American servicemen in Occupied Japan, they shouted: “Hank! Hank! Hank!”

Chicago Sun-Times

Afternoon Edition: March 25, 2022

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

Chicago Sun-Times

DeMar DeRozan probable to return against Cleveland

Chicago: DeMar DeRozan (left adductor strain) has been upgraded to probable. Alex Caruso (left low back contusion) has been downgraded to probable. Source: Alberto De Roa @ HoopsHype What's the buzz on Twitter? KC Johnson @ KCJHoop Bulls list Alex ...

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Judge grants Chicago Police Department a 3-year extension to implement court-ordered reforms

CHICAGO — A federal judge on Friday granted the Chicago Police Department a three-year extension to comply with the consent decree, giving the department a total of eight years to implement a series of much-anticipated court-ordered reforms.

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People are struggling to pay for gas. A Chicago businessman is giving it away for free

The businessman recognized the dire effect the high prices would have on those in a less stable financial situation than him.

Chicago Sun-Times

Lightfoot says 5 years for sweeping police reforms was ‘unrealistic’ as city gets another 3 years

The mayor estimates the cost of completing those massive reforms will be between $50 million and $100 million.

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Chicago Restaurant Week 2022 serving up variety of dining deals at area eateries

For 17 days, more than 343 are restaurants featuring specially priced options for lunch, brunch and/or dinner.

Chicago Sun-Times

Renters, property owners hit by scams

Housing scams, flourishing during the COVID-19 pandemic, are targeting renters and owners in the city and suburbs, experts say. Here’s what to watch out for.

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Vigil planned for Albany Park father of four found dead in Chicago River last week

Friends and family have scheduled the vigil for 6 p.m. Friday at Ronan Park, near where he was found.

Chicago Tribune

Proposed railroad merger will ‘degrade the safety and reliability’ of Chicago commuter rail: federal filing

A proposed merger between two major railroads will lead to “disruptive” delays to service on Metra, the Chicago metropolitan commuter rail system, and exacerbate safety issues for passengers, Metra said in a recent federal filing.

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5 things to know about new Bears WR Byron Pringle

The Bears signed Byron Pringle in free agency. Get to know Chicago's newest wide receiver.

Chicago Sun-Times

Chicago Area Waterway System (CAWS) fishes: Wonder of recovery, oddities and improvements, plus hopes and dreams

Shedd Aquarium research biologist Austin Happel lays out the connection between water quality improvement and fish improvement on the Chicago Area Waterway System (CAWS) along with some hopes and dreams for more improvement.

Chicago Tribune

Two years. 33,000 dead. Tracing the pandemic’s toll across Illinois and one doctor’s family

CHICAGO — It was the early weeks of the pandemic. A mystery illness was spreading across the Chicago area. And Dr. Sandra McGowan-Watts felt powerless.

Chicago Sun-Times

New book tailored to young adults recalls Leopold and Loeb’s brutal deeds in Chicago

“Murder Among Friends” author Candace Fleming aims to appeal to teen true-crime aficionados but sidestep the “salacious details” of the 1924 murder.

Chicago Tribune

Sean Hayes talks about ‘Will & Grace’ and playing Oscar Levant in new play

CHICAGO — Sean Hayes, the star of “Will & Grace” and a co-host with Jason Bateman and Will Arnett of the podcast “SmartLess,” is now appearing in the hit play “Good Night, Oscar” at the Goodman Theatre. Hayes, who grew up in Glen Ellyn and started his career at the…

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