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Homelessness can’t be fixed with one-size-fits-all approach

Chicago shouldn’t copy New York City’s approach. Hospitalization takes an individual who has a mental health condition off the street, but it doesn’t guarantee they won’t end up there again.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 22, 2022

How we told the story of ‘Little Chicago’

As Sun-Times journalists dug into 2020 U.S. census data about the city, we searched for the neighborhood that most closely reflected Chicago’s racial makeup. We found it on the Far North Side.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 22, 2022

‘It means a lot to us.’ South Side church gives away cheer, hope and thousands of toys ahead of Christmas

In the spirit of the holiday, Pastor Kenyatta Smith’s Another Chance Church hands out more than 17,000 toys and puts smiles on children’s faces.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 22, 2022

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Lawmakers have a chance to reduce gun violence. Get the bill right.

For years, people unfortunately felt the only answer to the widespread possession of powerful guns by criminals was to keep an eye out for escape exits when they were in public places. Now, people are coming to realize the right reforms can make everyone safer.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 22, 2022

Toddler found in apartment with bodies of mother, grandfather gets visit from Santa

The 2-year-old, found with the bodies of Javonni Jenkins, 27, and Curtis Hardman, 79, in Jenkins’ South Side apartment in early December, is now in the care of an aunt.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 22, 2022

Developer who recorded Madigan early in fed investigation gets 16 months in prison

Long before the feds’ public corruption investigation rocked Chicago, See Y. Wong went undercover to record powerful politicians in 2014.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 21, 2022

Coming storm, thoughtfulness impact Christmas shopping

Thursday’s storm is expected to drop 2 to 4 inches of snow in the city.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 21, 2022

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Here are our photographers’ favorite photos of 2022 — and why

Sun-Times visual journalists reveal which images they were most proud of from this past year.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 21, 2022

Signing Day: Brother Rice’s Trey Pierce signs with Michigan

Trey Pierce is heading to one of the nation’s premier college football programs after signing his letter of intent with Michigan on Wednesday.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 21, 2022

Brian Rich, Sun-Times visual journalist with a love for life and his newborn daughter

Rich had just embarked on a new chapter in life in September, when his daughter, Edith Mae, was born.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 21, 2022

Navy Pier murder: Why covering this crime hit so hard

TOM SCHUBA: Becoming a father during the pandemic has changed my outlook toward covering public safety — particularly when crimes involve young children. So when a woman was accused of drowning her nephew, a sense of doom stuck with me.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 21, 2022

Champagne — some key basics to know before you buy that next bottle of bubbly

A Chicago expert answers the key questions about sparkling wine: How do the varieties differ? Does higher price mean better quality? And is last year’s bottle still good?

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 21, 2022

Physical Nick Taylor helps Glenbrook South take down Lake Forest

The 6-7 junior was a force in the post in the Titans’ 62-57 victory against the Scouts.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 21, 2022

As virus infections rise, dust off masks to wear in busy public places

Masks reduce the risk of viral transmission from the so-called “tripledemic.”

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 21, 2022

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Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 21, 2022

Why critics say Lightfoot’s NASCAR deal is a wreck

Interviews with Chicago City Council members, experts and a WBEZ analysis of the contract show minimal financial benefit to the city and few specifics about who pays for related costs, such as security and clean up.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 20, 2022

Gun rights advocates say assault weapons ban is unconstitutional — local officials say it’s essential

Gun rights advocates, law enforcement deliver more than five hours of testimony before the House judiciary panel as lawmakers debate assault weapons ban.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 20, 2022

City is on track with efforts to get lead out of drinking water

We are committed to doing the work in a sustainable, environmentally sound, fiscally responsible manner that protects our residents’ health and provides a strong foundation for future growth.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 20, 2022

Migrants celebrate their first Christmas in Chicago, major winter storm forecast and more in your Chicago news roundup

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Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 20, 2022

Toy drive with a twist in Little Village: kids get vouchers for Discount Mall vendors

The Una Buenanoche toy drive, scheduled 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday, will give 500 children $20 vouchers that can be spent at participating shops in the Discount Mall.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 20, 2022

Telling the stories of 2 moms, undeterred in their quest for justice for sons lost to gun violence

MOHAMMAD SAMRA: Although their sons were killed years apart and in entirely different areas, I was struck by the resolve of Rosa Sanders and Carmela Richardson in my reporting this year.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 20, 2022

Cracking ‘code of silence’ to solve murders must be a two-way street

Witnesses with crucial information about a crime may have legitimate reason to be afraid to report that information. But in the end, witnesses owe it to the community to speak up. If not, they risk the lives of more young teens like Brandon Perez and Nathan Billegas,

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 20, 2022

South American migrants celebrate their first Christmas in Chicago

Migrants recently arrived from Venezuela and Colombia enjoy a holiday party at the Salvation Army’s Shield of Hope Center, but many are homesick for loved ones left behind.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 19, 2022

Zebra shark at the Shedd gives ‘virgin birth’

The birth, known in science as parthenogenesis, did not involve a father shark — even though two eligible suitors were in the same giant tank at the Shedd.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 19, 2022

Businesses and workers aren’t abandoning the office

More executives now say they plan to renew leases on office space, and more workers say they want to return to in-person work.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 19, 2022

How I report on Chicago’s ‘sacrifice zones’ — through the eyes of those who live in our most polluted neighborhoods

BRETT CHASE: As an environmental reporter, I dig for documents through open records requests and court filings, and I interview experts. But the most invaluable lessons come from spending time with families who say they just want clean air and a healthy place to live for their kids.

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