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The Latest Breaking News from Chicago

Afternoon Edition: May 2, 2022

Today’s update is a 5-minute read that will brief you on the day’s biggest stories.

Chicago Sun-Times

Carjacker told driver, ‘Get out or I’ll shoot you,’ then led police on a chase that prompted Northwestern University lockdown

The driver of a red Mazda was parked in front of his home in West Rogers Park Monday afternoon when a man walked up and pointed a gun at his head.

Chicago Sun-Times

TV Station Must Turn Over Outtakes from Interviews for Use in Civil Case

From Gaines v. Chicago Bd. of Ed., decided Friday by Magistrate Judge Sheila Finnegan (N.D. Ill.); note that the result might have been different in other federal circuits, which do recognize journalist's privileges of varying strength: Plaintiffs Asia Gaines, for herself and as next friend of her minor child JC,…

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Wilson wants CTA to bring back conductors and its police unit to stop ‘crisis’ of mass transit crime

“If she has 71 security officers around her house, why can’t she protect the citizens that get robbed and things of that nature on the CTA?” asked mayoral candidate Willie Wilson, who rode the Red Line downtown from 95th Street Monday morning.

Chicago Sun-Times

Patti Smith to headline Metro in a celebration of the independent spirit

Smith headlines Metro this week for the first time, to kick off 40th anniversary celebrations for the hallowed rock club.

Chicago Sun-Times

Review: ‘All’s Well That Ends Well’ depends on its Helen, finding love amid death — she succeeds mightily at Chicago Shakespeare

CHICAGO — Of all the women in Shakespeare, Helen in “All’s Well That Ends Well” is perhaps my favorite. Courageous, determined and delightfully verbose, she’s more like a character in a Jane Austen novel.

Chicago Tribune

Lawyers for man convicted of killing off-duty Chicago police officer allege department hid evidence in murder investigation

CHICAGO — Chicago police scrubbed evidence that could have helped clear a man convicted of the murder of off-duty Officer Clifton Lewis, and kept further evidence hidden from both prosecutors and defense attorneys, a new court filing alleges.

Chicago Tribune

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With trial looming, R. Kelly’s attorney challenges Chicago charges

Kelly is already facing a potential life sentence in federal prison after a jury in Brooklyn convicted him of racketeering. His sentencing there is set for June 15. Though his attorney had hoped to delay Kelly’s sentencing until after his Chicago trial, the Brooklyn judge refused.

Chicago Sun-Times

Chicago weather: 3 tornadoes confirmed during Saturday night storms

CHICAGO — Saturday’s severe weather spurred at least three verified tornadoes in northern Illinois that have been confirmed by meteorologists at the National Weather Service’s Chicago office, agency officials said Sunday.

Chicago Tribune

Angels avoid disaster by clinging to victory over the White Sox

CHICAGO — A nearly flawless game for the Angels nearly turned into a nightmare on Sunday.

Tribune News Service

Rep. Kinzinger introduces measure to allow US military intervention in Ukraine if Russia uses chemical, biological weapons

CHICAGO — U.S. Rep. Adam Kinzinger said Sunday he has introduced legislation that would give congressional authorization for President Joe Biden to use U.S. military force in Ukraine if Russia uses chemical, biological or nuclear weapons.

Chicago Tribune

Bears release QB Nick Foles after being unable to find a taker for the former Super Bowl MVP

CHICAGO — Ryan Poles made four trades Saturday in the final day of the draft, but the deal the Chicago Bears general manager could not make was finding a taker for veteran quarterback Nick Foles.

Chicago Tribune

Critics want Mayor Lightfoot gone, but you can’t beat somebody with nobody

Time is running out; the 2023 mayoral election is less than 10 months away. The established and prominent figures who can attract endorsements and cash from business, politics and labor are not interested, so far.

Chicago Sun-Times

Spotlight shines on Pullman porters in major expansion of South Side museum

A museum dedicated to the men was temporarily closed during the pandemic, but a grant allowing it to expand will help revitalize the northern end of the neighborhood, which is sometimes overlooked after Pullman was declared a National Historic Monument.

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It’s time we talked about Candace Parker’s legacy

As Parker enters what could be her last WNBA season, her impact on the Sky, the league and the game can’t be denied.

Chicago Sun-Times

Sky franchise followed a long path to WNBA crown

A look back at the Sky’s up-and-down history before the breakthrough championship season in 2021.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Scottie Pippen takes another shot at Michael Jordan over DPOY snub

The retired Basketball Hall of Famer Pippen had some more salty comments this week about his former Chicago Bulls teammate Jordan. Pippen, who was known for his defensive prowess during his NBA career, complained that he never won a Defensive Player ...

Chicago Tribune

Paul Sullivan: Zach LaVine deserves his big payday — whether it’s with the Bulls or somewhere else

CHICAGO — “Continuity” was the buzzword this past week as Chicago Bulls players and management met with reporters one last time following their first-round playoff loss to the Milwaukee Bucks.

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After another deadly weekend, Chicago’s top cop says violence is spreading to new areas as it declines in hardest-hit neighborhoods

At least two of the weekend’s 9 fatal shootings occurred downtown, which has seen a spike in gun violence this year, according to data supplied by Chicago police.

USA Today Sports Media Group

2022 NFL Draft: Rankings By College. Which Schools Won The Draft?

2022 NFL Draft: Which schools sent the most players to the NFL? It's our draft ranking for all the college football teams based on ho many players were selected and where?

Chicago Tribune

What went wrong for the White Sox in April? Breaking down a tough first month to the 2022 season.

CHICAGO — The Chicago White Sox suffered a unique walk-off loss on opening day in Detroit, when Javier Báez’s long fly to right was originally ruled a juggling catch by AJ Pollock before being correctly reversed to a game-winning hit.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Here’s the Chicago Bears’ 2022 draft class

The 2022 NFL draft is in the books, and the Bears have welcomed 11 new players to their team. See their full rookie class here:

Chicago Tribune

Paul Sullivan: No one knew Chicago like Mike Royko. And he offered lessons in journalism no teacher could pass on.

CHICAGO — No one knew Chicago like Mike Royko, and no one spread the gospel of the Cubs like the late Chicago Tribune columnist.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Twitter is thrilled to see the Bears draft Illinois C Doug Kramer

The Bears added another offensive lineman in Illinois' Doug Kramer, and there are plenty of people happy to see him wind up in Chicago.

Chicago Tribune

As nationwide teacher shortage worsens, some say inadequate pay is to blame

CHICAGO — With the steep shortage of teachers across the U.S. leaving school districts scrambling to staff their classrooms during the lingering COVID-19 pandemic, officials at the nation’s largest teachers union said this week that insufficient pay is fueling the growing crisis.

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