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Chicago sees first 100-degree day in over 10 years, National Weather Service says

Chicago has officially recorded its first 100 degree temperature in more than 10 years, the weather service said. The highest recorded heat index is 118, set on July 13, 1995, and “that is also potentially in jeopardy of being tied/broken.”

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 24, 2023

House migrants at City Hall, police union president says

John Catanzara, president of the Fraternal Order of Police, said he’s fed up with having Chicago police officers “babysit” asylum seekers staying at district stations.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 24, 2023

Woman fatally struck by SUV in Pilsen

About 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, the woman was in a crosswalk in the 2100 block of West Cermak Road when an SUV turning West on Cermak from Hoyne Avenue struck her, Chicago police said.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 24, 2023

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Driverless cars racing toward us

Waymo autonomous taxis are working the streets of San Francisco and Phoenix, now, soon to add LA and, eventually, Chicago.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 24, 2023

Chicago is bursting with creativity in unexpected places

Exploring the creative scene in our neighborhoods, off the beaten path.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 24, 2023

A year in, Chicago’s migrant crisis shows no sign of letting up

The state, we think, should be more aggressive in coordinating efforts to find suburbs, or even downstate communities, willing to take in asylum seekers.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 24, 2023

New details on little-known Obama Presidential Library, tucked away in Hoffman Estates

U.S. Archivist Colleen Shogan, whose National Archives and Records Administration operates presidential libraries, talks about the library in an exclusive Sun-Times interview.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 24, 2023

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Former city transportation chief lands urban planning post at top architecture firm

Gia Biagi said under the new post at Jeanne Gang’s firm, her team will work to help revive cities and “put our tools in service of helping communities solve problems.”

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 23, 2023

Problems in CPS go far beyond a lack of air conditioning

The problem with the Chicago Public Schools is simple: It fails to educate students well. That is why families have voted with their feet and left.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 23, 2023

Things to do in Chicago Aug. 24-30: The Mix

A Jonas Brothers concert at Wrigley, a new ‘Little Shop of Horrors’ and a Frankie Knuckles festival are among the entertainment highlights of the week ahead.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 23, 2023

Beach Bunny’s new Pool Party festival promises music and games, but no pool

After playing Lollapalooza and Coachella, Chicago band attempts its own extravaganza at the Salt Shed.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 23, 2023

Independent migrant shelter aims to house remaining residents, close by September

Todo Para Todos, an independent shelter in Pilsen, is set to close on Sept. 3, due to staffing and insurance-related reasons. They’re aiming to house 80 remaining residents by then.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 23, 2023

Chicago bakes under 116 heat index fueled by record-setting temperatures

By early Wednesday afternoon, the heat index was at 116, tying July 14, 1995 for second highest heat index on record for the city of Chicago’s climate site. The highest heat index on record at the city of Chicago’s official climate site is 118 degrees, set on July 13, 1995.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 23, 2023

Bally’s temporary Chicago casino at Medinah Temple could open soon after Labor Day

Regulators will inspect the River North operation Sept. 5 and oversee practice gaming sessions Sept. 6-7, regulators said.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 23, 2023

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USA Today Sports Media Group · Aug 23, 2023

Colts vs. Eagles: 5 things to watch in preseason Week 3

Here are five things to watch in the Colts' preseason finale.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 23, 2023

What to do if your apartment is too hot

Chicago has laws for landlords to keep all apartments warm during the winter but does not have a similar blanket rule to keep them cool during the summer.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 23, 2023

More tales come of northern pike caught on the Chicago lakefront

Lake Michigan eventually will give up a pike big enough to top Illinois’ long-standing record: the 26-pound, 15-ounce pike caught by Walter Klenzak on Nov. 9, 1989, from what is now called Monster Lake in Kankakee County.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Aug 23, 2023

18 days till Bears season opener: Every player to wear No. 18 for Chicago

With 18 days until the Bears' 2023 season opener, here's a look at every player to ever wear No. 18 for Chicago.

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WEKU · Aug 23, 2023

Abortion bans are fueling a rise in high-risk patients heading to Illinois hospitals

Illinois hospitals are seeing a surge of out-of-state patients who need abortion care at a hospital due to medical complications. But hospital-based abortions are more costly and harder to arrange.

Cinemablend · Aug 23, 2023

How Chicago P.D.'s Cast And EPs Are Helping Members Of The Crew As The Strikes Continue

Chicago P.D. can't start Season 11 due to the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes, but cast members and executive producers are helping members of the strike.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 23, 2023

Horoscope for Wednesday, August 23, 2023

Avoid shopping and important decisions after noon Chicago time. The moon is in Scorpio.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 22, 2023

Chicago area braces for ‘dangerously hot conditions’ expected through Thursday

Temperatures Wednesday are expected to climb to near 100 degrees, forecasters said. When combined with humidity, heat index values could reach as high as 115 degrees. Thursday’s conditions will be similar.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 22, 2023

Local alderperson wants ‘everything’ on the table to keep Sox in Chicago — except demolishing Guaranteed Rate Field

It’s not fiscally responsible, 11th Ward Ald. Nicole Lee argues, to tear down a ballpark that “by today’s standards was built for a steal compared to what costs are today.”

USA Today Sports Media Group · Aug 22, 2023

Chicago Bears stock exchange: Who’s up, who’s down after preseason Week 2?

With just a week to go before roster cutdowns, here are the Bears players whose stock is rising and falling.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 22, 2023

Triathlon training program aims to level playing field for young Chicagoans

Breakthrough Urban Ministries and Live Grit Soars focus on bringing the sport of triathlon to West Side kids who can’t access it. The triathletes will be racing this Saturday in the Kids Tri Chicago.

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