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‘Devastating and surreal’: Chicago teacher speaks out after losing job over pro-ICE Facebook post

A veteran Chicago-area teacher has spoken out after resigning from his position over a Facebook post that read “GO ICE,” describing the fallout as “professionally and personally devastating and surreal.”

The Times of India

US teen who pushed for her father’s release from ICE custody dies of cancer

Ofelia Torres, 16, spotlighted her dad Ruben’s illegal detention last fall during Trump’s crackdown in Chicago

The Guardian - US

'Am not a politician anymore and can't be': Barack Obama reveals reason why 'Michelle would divorce' him

Barack Obama humorously stated that a return to elected office would likely end his marriage, crediting Michelle Obama's influence. He emphasized their post-presidency focus on empowering the next generation through the Obama Foundation, rather than seeking personal power. Their new Chicago center will embody this vision, fostering emerging leaders.

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Our K-12 school system is sending us a message: AI tools are for the rich kids

I worked in Chicago, and saw a world of difference between the North and South Side.

Fortune

Tara Reid speaks out months after ‘devastating’ hotel incident

The ‘American Pie’ actor claimed her drink was spiked while she was at a hotel bar in Chicago

The Independent UK

Historic Route 66 is getting a new starting point - here is where it begins

Chicago will unveil a new sign at Navy Pier marking it as Route 66’s starting point during a March 25 dedication, coinciding with the annual Toast to Harry Caray

The Independent UK

88-Year-Old Wisconsin Grandmother Takes First-Ever Flight with Grandson as Her Pilot

An 88-year-old Wisconsin woman finally took her first flight, piloted by her grandson. The emotional trip from La Crosse to Chicago made family history.

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Gwyneth Paltrow reveals she had £36,500 blood-filtering 'detox' treatment to remove toxins

The founder of wellness brand Goop, 53, revealed she tried therapeutic plasma exchange, a procedure designed to filter the blood, at a clinic in Chicago

Evening Standard

Satanic Temple leader sues for custody of ‘emotional support’ hog

Exclusive: Kenneth Mayle says in court filings that ‘no amount of money can compensate for this loss,’ but the animal sanctuary on the other side of the dispute begs to differ

The Independent UK

Marimar Martinez shooting: Bodycam video shows moments before Chicago Border Patrol agent opened fire; texts reveal ‘5 shots, 7 holes’ message

Body camera footage and released texts reveal a Border Patrol agent shot Marimar Martinez five times after she was accused of ramming federal vehicles. Despite the case's dismissal, texts show the agent joking about the shooting, while superiors offered retirement incentives, raising concerns about the agency's response to officer-involved incidents.

The Times of India

First Thing: Border patrol chief praised federal agent who shot US citizen in Chicago

Gregory Bovino hailed agent who fired at Marimar Martinez five times in her car. Plus, US jobs rise by 130,000 in January

The Guardian - UK

There were four winners after Daytona 500 qualifying

Kyle Busch, Chase Briscoe, Corey Heim and Justin Allgaier can all celebrate

Motorsport

Border patrol chief praised federal agent who shot US citizen in Chicago

New evidence shows Gregory Bovino hailed agent who fired at Marimar Martinez five times in her car

The Guardian - US

Lawyers of Chicago woman shot by federal agents say documents show how DHS lies about investigations

Attorneys for a woman shot multiple times by a Border Patrol agent last year in Chicago say newly-released videos, texts and emails show how the Trump administration mishandles investigations and spreads misinformation

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Border Patrol boss Greg Bovino praised officer after he shot woman five times: ‘You have much yet left to do!!’

Texts also show that one officer called him a ‘legend’ and another told him ‘put that one in your book buddy’

The Independent UK

Trump quietly pulls National Guard from Chicago and Los Angeles after series of court losses

Supreme Court blocked Trump’s troop deployment in December in apparent rebuke of his attempt to send troops into cities

The Conversation

‘The Jungle’ at 120: How a 1906 novel continues to surface in discussions about unjust labour

In an age of inequality and exploitation, a 1906 novel that exposed hazardous working conditions and unsanitary practices in Chicago’s meat-packing plants at the turn of the 20th century still pops up in discussions about unjust labour.

The Mary Sue

Southwest customer flies from Chicago to L.A. without problem. Then her carry-on is barred on the return flight: ‘I guess I’m getting a new suitcase’

A woman read the online measurements for Southwest carry-on bags. Then, she brought a suitcase that was well within the company’s parameters, only to be told that she could not take it onboard as a carry on.

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Photos of Chicago’s retro '70s themed orchids show

Thousands of orchids fill the greenhouse of the the Chicago Botanic Garden for its 12th annual Orchid Show, themed “Feelin’ Groovy,” where installations inspired by the 1970s — including a yellow Volkswagen Beetle overflowing with blooms.

The Independent UK

Annual orchids show brings vivid color to Chicago winter

A soft layer of white snow blankets the grounds of the Chicago Botanic Garden

The Times of India

Marimar Martinez shooting: Judge orders release of Border Patrol agent’s texts who shot Chicago woman five times

A federal judge on Friday cleared the way for Chicago woman Marimar Martinez to publicly release critical evidence from her case, including text messages from the Border Patrol agent who shot her, body camera footage, photos, and FBI reports.

Reason

Judge Orders Video and Texts Unsealed in Case of Chicago Woman Shot 5 Times by Border Patrol

The Department of Homeland Security won't stop calling Marimar Martinez a "domestic terrorist," so she's getting the video of her shooting and text messages from the officer who shot her unsealed.

The Mary Sue

‘That’s genuinely evil’: Chicago woman checks $400 Patagonia coat at restaurant. Then they give it to someone else

Imagine shelling out $400 for a coat to brave Chicago’s winter, only for it to be given away for free without you knowing. To make matters worse, management initially refuses to give any reimbursement or apology.

Cinemablend

Chicago P.D. Could Fix A Grave Mistake By Bringing Back Halstead And Upton, And Chicago Med Already Proved It Can Work

Jay Halstead, follow Will Halstead's example.

The Mary Sue

United Airlines plane full of families leaves Orlando for Chicago. Then the flight goes sideways for 8 hours: ‘They haven’t let us off’

The U.S. has been experiencing extreme winter weather, with icy conditions recently spreading even across southern states.

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