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‘I think it’s here’: Uprooted Afghan family settles in Chicago after being rescued ahead of refugee program suspension
Because Hamid Azizi helped U.S. forces in Afghanistan, the Taliban became a threat. After years on the run, his family arrived in Chicago.
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Editorial: Republican tax bill is filled with illogicalities, craven giveaways
There's a case for SALT deductions in the tax bill. But giveaways are increasing the...
Business
Moody’s strips U.S. government of top credit rating, citing Washington’s failure to rein in debt
Moody’s Ratings stripped the U.S. government of its top credit rating Friday, citing successive governments’ failure to stop a rising tide of debt.
Entertainment
Review: An intimate, optimistic ‘Sweet Charity’ from Blank Theatre Co.
When it comes to optimism, Charity Hope Valentine bests ever other character in a Broadway musical.
Sports
Pete Crow-Armstrong’s big day helps make Cade Horton a winner in his 1st MLB — and City Series — start
Cade Horton, making his first major-league start and home debut, limited the White Sox to three runs in five innings as the Cubs cruised 13-3, tying their largest City Series margin.
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Politics
Federal judge strikes down workplace protections for transgender workers
A federal judge in Texas struck down guidance from a government agency establishing protections against...
Education
Northwestern launches mental health research institute fueled by $25M donation
Northwestern University is launching a new research institute to study young adults' mental health, made...
Environment
La Grange eyes green measures to comply with Climate Action Plan
La Grange has made some progress toward a greener future, but there's still lots of...
Crime and Public Safety
Two released without charges in connection with wounding of 4-year-old boy
Authorities released two people Friday evening after questioning them in connection with a shooting that...
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
Quiet influence, loud wines: Inside RieslingKenner’s mission to bring German wine to Chicago
Two Chicago-based wine obsessives — neither from the wine or hospitality industry — are on...
Movies
Sandburg High School freshman is youngest nominated filmmaker in Chicago Horror Film Festival
Carl Sandburg High School freshman Aeris Danet wrote, directed and acted in "Nebulous," to be...
TV and Streaming
‘Overcompensating’ review: A campus comedy about being in the closet
Amid the boozy parties and sloppy hookups, college can be a time of reinvention. This...
Local News
Lake, Porter counties navigate Health First Indiana budget cuts
The Lake County Health Department will shift its Health First Indiana plan as its funding...
History
Today in Chicago History: A dinosaur named Sue is unveiled at the Field Museum
Here's a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on May 17, according...
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