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Johnson won’t identify ‘plan B’ for revenue if City Council, legislature resist tax hikes

‘I need industry to help,’ find revenue other than property taxes, mayoral candidate Brandon Johnson tells Crain’s Chicago Business editorial board members.

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Quinn endorses Vallas over Johnson in April 4 mayoral runoff

Former Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn backed U.S. Rep. Jesus “Chuy” Garcia in the first round of voting, but Garcia finished fourth. Wednesday, Quinn reunited with Paul Vallas, his 2014 running mate for lieutenant governor.

Chicago Sun-Times

How a pot firm used a shooting victim in a bid for social equity licenses, long COVID’s mysteries and more in your Chicago news roundup

Today’s update is about an eight-minute read that will brief you on the day’s biggest stories.

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Bears free agency: Experts hand out grades for Chicago

Here's a collection of all of the grades for the Bears' signings through the first wave of free agency, where experts agree they won.

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Illinois lawmakers created a commission to investigate police torture more than a decade ago. Now, special prosecutors acting on behalf of Cook County are challenging it

CHICAGO — A Cook County judge last year moved cases involving allegations of torture by a former Chicago police detective to Will County, because the detective was married to another sitting Cook County judge.

Chicago Tribune

Mayoral debate: Vallas and Johnson ‘lecture’ one another on the CTU, Donald Trump and ‘working class’ roots

During their first televised debate, Brandon Johnson was the undisputed aggressor. In Round Two, Paul Vallas took the gloves off. Round Three was pretty much a draw.

Chicago Sun-Times

Paul Sullivan: Should MLB turn off the pitch clock in the postseason? Thrilling WBC games suggest time limits aren’t needed.

CHICAGO — Former Chicago Cubs pitcher Steve Trachsel chimed in Monday night on Twitter after watching Japan’s epic comeback win over Mexico in a World Baseball Classic semifinal.

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Illinois attorney general urges Kia, Hyundai to take ‘comprehensive action’ over Chicago area car thefts

Last year, 10% of all registered Kia vehicles and 7% of all registered Hyundai vehicles in Chicago were stolen, according to Atty. Gen. Kwame Raoul’s office.

Chicago Sun-Times

Like Harold Washington, new mayor should build a diverse coalition to move Chicago forward

The politics of division is a recipe for disaster. It is a well-trodden road that can only take us back to where we’ve been before, and that’s nowhere we want to be.

Chicago Sun-Times

Jamaican jerk cuisine — exactly what is it and why is it so popular in Chicago?

Chicago’s Jamaican population may be small, but local love for the cuisine is huge.

Chicago Sun-Times

Chicago P.D.'s Jesse Lee Soffer Explains The 'Tricky' Thing About Returning And Origin Of Wanting To Direct

Jesse Lee Soffer returned to Chicago P.D. to step behind the camera, and the former star opened up about his directing experience in Season 10.

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Dining Out: News and notes on Chicago’s restaurant scene

Highlights of the area eateries’ openings, new menus and special events.

Chicago Sun-Times

Lawyers: City should stop fighting wrongful conviction cases tainted by CPD misconduct

Chicago has spent $23 million on outside lawyers to defend lawsuits involving former Det. Reynaldo Guevara— and eight new cases were filed this week.

Chicago Sun-Times

Lollapalooza will generate 3 times the economic activity of NASCAR race in less time, analysis finds

Based on details of NASCAR deal and a newly released study of Lolla’s economic impact, commissioned by the festival’s organizers, the Lolla deal looks more advantageous for the city.

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With Chicago’s police leadership in flux, a new report on the nation’s law enforcement ‘crisis’ offers a path forward

Public trust in police has eroded, the number of officers has dwindled and crime has risen. So what comes next for a department pushing to comply with sweeping reforms?

Chicago Sun-Times

Chicago is required to have a chief administrative officer; it hasn’t for decades

The city’s inspector general cited the Hilco smokestack demolition debacle as one of 11 “missed opportunities” where interdepartmental coordination could have been improved had a chief administrative officer been on the job — as is required under city code.

Chicago Tribune

Lollapalooza lineup 2023: Kendrick Lamar, Billie Eilish and Red Hot Chili Peppers

CHICAGO — Lollapalooza has announced its lineup for summer 2023 in Chicago’s Grant Park. Headliners include Kendrick Lamar, Billie Eilish, Red Hot Chili Peppers and ODESZA.

Chicago Sun-Times

Smoking on CTA is a big problem that needs fixing

Public transportation cannot afford to lose more riders and must entice riders back to pre-pandemic levels. Smoking on trains and platforms is something that could easily be addressed,

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Midwest Fishing Report: Coho remains area’s most consistent fishing

Coho continuing to be the most consistent fishing around Chicago and the reopening of LaSalle Lake lead this sprawling, raw-file Midwest Fishing Report.

The Independent UK

Lollapalooza 2023: How to get tickets to the Chicago music festival

Billie Eilish, Kendrick Lamar, and The 1975 unveiled as part of the headlining acts

Daily Record

Loganair passenger 'booted off flight' forced to couch surf in Edinburgh for one week

Alessa Catterall was due to fly from Stornoway to Chicago via flights to Glasgow and Heathrow.

Edinburgh Live

Loganair passenger 'forced to couch surf in Edinburgh' after being booted off flight

After reportedly having her reservation on a Loganair flight to Glasgow cancelled, Alessa claimed her two other flights from Glasgow to Heathrow and Heathrow to Chicago were also withdraw for being a 'no-show'.

Chicago Sun-Times

Intruder fatally shoots man in Rogers Park home

The assailant pushed open the back door to a home about 3:30 a.m. Tuesday in the 7600 block of North Sheridan Road, entered and shot the resident to death, police said.

Ballotpedia

Two weeks until Chicago mayoral, Wisconsin Supreme Court elections

Welcome to the Tuesday, March 21, Brew.

The Times of India

NBA: Chicago Bulls beat 'red-hot' Philadelphia Sixers in overtime thriller

The Chicago Bulls on Monday night ended Philadelphia Sixers' eight-game winning streak with a thrilling 109-105 victory in double overtime. DeMar DeRozan scored 25 points to shine for the Bulls.

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