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The limitations of statues

With the Chicago Monuments Project report in and Columbus Day almost here, time to argue about statues some more.

Chicago Sun-Times

Don’t sleep on Big Ten Network as conference expands its broadcast empire

“I know there’s been a lot of focus on Fox, CBS, NBC, but we’re still going to be as involved as we’ve ever been,” said Dave Revsine, the lead studio host for Chicago-based BTN.

Chicago Sun-Times

Former R. Kelly girlfriend testifies about encounters with singer’s underage goddaughter

CHICAGO — A former girlfriend of R. Kelly’s took the witness stand at his federal trial Thursday and testified that she had sexual contact with Kelly and his underage goddaughter at the behest of the singer, who also filmed and directed their encounters.

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Rents are going up, forcing Chicagoans to make lifestyle changes, or hunt for more affordable housing

CHICAGO — When the pandemic started, photographer and public relations professional Micaeh Johnson realized she needed a little extra space for social distancing in the apartment she shared with her now-7-year-old daughter.

Chicago Tribune

Ranking the Bears’ top 10 rookies heading into final preseason game

With the preseason finale on the horizon, we're ranking the top 10 Bears rookies this summer.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White, Chicago health chief Dr. Allison Arwady both test positive for COVID-19

The two join the lengthy list of Illinois officials and politicians who have come down with the virus since March 2020. The 88-year-old White reported mild symptoms, and Arwady said she had “some cold-like symptoms and fever but am otherwise well.” Both are fully vaccinated and boosted and working…

Chicago Sun-Times

Five Takeaways From the First Round of the WNBA Playoffs

With the star-studded semifinals matchups set, here’s a look at how the opening contests indicate what we can expect going forward.

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Four students wounded in drive-by shooting outside ice cream shop by Chicago high school

Four teenage boys were shot and injured in the ambush-style attack, including one 15-year-old boy who remains in a critical condition in hospital after suffering gunshot wounds to the face and neck

The Independent UK

10-hour marathon of rarities highlights Music Box’s film noir festival

James Caan tribute also is part of Noir City: Chicago, back after a three-year pandemic hiatus.

Chicago Sun-Times

US Cannabis Council & Other Marijuana Players Just Made Some Key Executive Changes You Should Know About

As Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference returns on September 13-14 to Chicago, gathering top CEOs, investors and leaders in the industry, let's scroll through the latest l

Benzinga

Podcast: Breaking down the Bears’ preseason so far

It's a Bears Wire reunion as I joined Bryan Perez to discuss Chicago's preseason and the Roquan Smith situation on The Bears Talk Podcast.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Biden officials in Illinois this week: Labor Sec. Walsh, Ag Sec. Vilsack, UN Amb. Thomas-Greenfield

Biden administration officials are criss-crossing the nation in August to highlight President Joe Biden’s accomplishments in advance of the November elections.

Chicago Sun-Times

1 killed, 8 wounded in shootings in Chicago Wednesday

Four teenagers were shot in a drive-by attack outside an ice cream shop across the street from Schurz High School on the Northwest Side.

Chicago Sun-Times

‘Got something for you, motherf*****s’: Suspect’s chilling words before ‘mowing down four outside Chicago gay bar’

Force with which car ploughed into victims was so strong that shoes of a victim flew into the air

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Obama Presidential Center makes progress in building talent pipeline from South and West Side residents, report shows

CHICAGO — Mamon Powers, Jr. always envisioned being in business because that’s how he grew up, being surrounded by businessmen in the home and the community. But then again by the time he was 15, he was running his own carpentry crew on construction sites.

Wales Online

Aldi launches Goose On The Loose lager with trip to Chicago brewery on offer

Goose Island Beer Co. is giving one lucky shopper the chance to win a trip for two to the Windy City of Chicago, USA – home of Goose Island Brewery

Chicago Tribune

Editorial: We’re smart enough as a city to leave Christopher Columbus alone

If Mayor Lori Lightfoot were to follow the recent recommendations of the Chicago Monuments Project Advisory Committee and excise Christopher Columbus permanently from Grant Park, logic dictates that she should then immediately rename Columbus Drive. After all, a prominent city street is etched in the public consciousness far more than…

St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Lower third of lineup lead Cubs' win over Cardinals after Arenado's ejection

CHICAGO — The Cardinals’ supporting players, who have helped amplify the offense this month, got thrust into the role of carrying it Wednesday at Wrigley Field.

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‘It’s going to help me live a little bit better’: Relief from some student loan debt could lift ‘burden on everyone’

Chicago-area students and grads say any amount of student loan debt cancellation can help them aim for other milestones including marriage and homeownership.

Chicago Tribune

4 people believed to be students are shot near high school on Chicago's Northwest Side, authorities say

CHICAGO — Four people believed to be Chicago Public Schools students, including three age 15 or younger, were shot near a Northwest Side high school Wednesday afternoon, Chicago police said.

The Independent UK

4 injured in drive-by shooting near Chicago high school

Authorities say three juveniles and one adult have been shot near a high school on Chicago's Northwest Side

The Independent UK

Defense: Key government witness tried to extort R. Kelly

Defense lawyers at R. Kelly’s child pornography trial in Chicago have sought to portray a key government witness as a liar and extortionist

Chicago Sun-Times

The Mix: Cool things to do in Chicago Aug. 25-31

The Chicago Dance Crash, the Taste of Greektown and “Dreamgirls’ are among the entertainment highlights in the week ahead.

Chicago Sun-Times

H2O Plus skin care brand, which grew in Chicago, will end production

The company known for its ties to Disney resorts and cruises announced it will retire its products by the end of the year.

Chicago Tribune

Paul Sullivan: If the White Sox don’t make that long-awaited run and qualify for the playoffs, no one should feel safe

CHICAGO — The Chicago White Sox farm system wasn’t producing, and by late August 1985, team President Eddie Einhorn vowed to make some changes in the development plan.

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