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Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem stops in Springfield to criticize state’s immigration policies
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem was in Springfield to decry Illinois’ policies that limit state and local law enforcement’s cooperation with federal immigration authorities.
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Editorial: With Trump stuck on tariff repeat, UK and India make a big, beautiful deal
India and the U.K. are moving closer together with a new trade deal. It's a...
Business
Most travelers must have a REAL ID now to fly in US, or face extra screening
REAL ID requirements for those flying within the United States begin Wednesday after nearly 20 years of delays.
Entertainment
Review: ‘ART’ by Remy Bumppo is less about the painting, more about the friendship
The current Chicago production of Yasmina Reza’s 1994 play poses the question: What’s more important, uncomfortable honesty or unconditional support?
Sports
Chicago Bears Q&A: Does Kyle Monangai compare to David Montgomery? Which games could be in prime time?
How does Kyle Monangai compare to David Montgomery? Which games could land in prime time? Brad Biggs answers your Chicago Bears questions weekly.
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![Retired photographer Steve Lasker, 78, at his home in Lincolnwood on Nov. 21, 2008, holding a photo he took during the fire at Our Lady of Angels grade school in Chicago on Dec. 1, 1958. One of the worst tragedies in Chicago’s history, the fire took the lives of 92 children and three nuns. (Bonnie Trafelet/Chicago Tribune)]( "AngelsFire")
Photos: Seeing Chicago through the eyes of photojournalist Steve Lasker
Steve Lasker, a pioneering photojournalist in Chicago, spent decades photographing the life in and around the city. From devastating tragedies like the fire at Our Lady of the Angels School to politics and sports, Lasker was always there to document.... -
![Simone Biles attends The Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute benefit gala celebrating the opening of the "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" exhibition on Monday, May 5, 2025, in New York. (Photo by Evan Agostini/Invision/AP)]( "2025 MET Museum Costume Institute Benefit Gala")
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![Luis Maciel waits for the start of the May Day march in Union Park, May 1, 2025. (E. Jason Wambsgans/Chicago Tribune)]( "CTC-L-Chicago-May-Day15.JPG")
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![Mayor Brandon Johnson jokes with people in an elevator between meetings with lawmakers at the Illinois State Capitol on April 30, 2025, in Springfield. (Brian Cassella/Chicago Tribune)]( "ctc-l-johnson-springfield25.jpg")
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![Michael Meyer, left, buries his head into his father’s Chicago Fire Department helmet, next to his mother, Kristen Meyer, during the funeral service of Capt. David Meyer on April 29, 2025, at St. John Brebeuf Church in Niles. (Audrey Richardson/Chicago Tribune)]( "ctc-l-meyer-memorial-20095.jpg")
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![The White Sox unveil new Nike City Connect Series uniforms Monday, April 28, 2025, at 167 Events in Chicago. (Terrence Antonio James/Chicago Tribune)]( "CTC-SOX-UNIS0106.JPG")
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![The coffin of Pope Francis is carried in front of dignitaries during his funeral in St. Peter's Square at the Vatican on April 26, 2025. (Gregorio Borgia/AP)]( "APTOPIX Vatican Pope")
Politics
Tinley Park-Park District budget plan seeks to identify how much more state funding needed for land cleanup
Park District figuring how much state funding it needs to remediate Tinley Park mental health...
Education
Hammond interim school chief placed on leave from previous job in Washington
Telisa Reed, the Hammond interim superintendent who’s been placed on leave by the school board,...
Environment
As aquifer dries up, some Will County towns say they aren’t worried about running out of water
The challenge with continuing to depend on groundwater is the unpredictability and sensitivity of the...
Crime and Public Safety
Judge denies Gary man’s bid to fire lawyer during carjacking murder trial
A judge denied a Gary man’s bid to fire his lawyer Wednesday on the third...
Investigations
Trump’s love affair with dirty coal can’t compete with market realities
Executive orders unlikely to help coal, once a dominant sector of the economy but now...
Restaurants, Food and Drink
59 Chicago Mother’s Day restaurant specials to treat mom, from bottomless mimosas to made-to-order omelettes
Restaurants throughout Chicago are making it easy, offering moms free flowers or other gifts and...
Movies
Trump has threatened a 100% tariff on movies made outside the US. Here’s what we know
President Donald Trump is opening a new salvo in his tariff war, targeting films made...
TV and Streaming
K-pop star Lisa slammed for Met Gala lingerie that appears to feature Rosa Parks’ face
K-pop star Lisa is facing backlash after appearing to wear the face of Civil Rights...
Local News
Volunteer Fair in Batavia all about making connections to help the community
The event hosted by the Batavia Chamber of Commerce featured over three dozen non-profit organizations...
History
Today in Chicago History: The Sue who discovered ‘Sue’ the T. rex gets an honorary degree from UIC
Here's a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on May 7, according...
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Best nasal aspirators to help babies breathe more easily
A nasal aspirator may be a small household tool, but it can make a big...