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Street sign unveiled for Honorary Karen Lewis CTU Way in front of teachers union headquarters

CTU and elected officials were on hand for the renaming of the stretch of West Carroll Avenue in front of the union’s Near West Side headquarters.

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Accused of vendetta in handling of Fire Department promotions, Lightfoot reverses course, promotes 30 to lieutenant

The 2009 lieutenant’s list has been reinstated. It was not immediately known whether mayoral critic Ald. Jim Gardiner (45th) was among those promoted from that list.

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Picture Chicago: 15 must-see images from the last week

Fall arrives in the city, flight attendants protest at O’Hare and Midway, Bears fans enjoy another W and more in our best unseen photos of the week.

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App doles out refunds after Sun-Times report, where to go apple picking in Illinois and more in your Chicago news roundup

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Maryfrances Veeck, publicist, resourceful partner to legendary Bill Veeck, dead at 102

Her husband was renowned for his publicity stunts. She came up with a few of her own. She died Sept. 10 at Montgomery Place retirement community in Hyde Park.

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Chime refunds $977 amid Sun-Times questions, as neo-bank apps face thousands of consumer complaints

Roderick Woodson of Morgan Park saw $997 mysteriously drained from his Chime Financial account in minutes. The company restored his money after a Sun-Times reporter asked: What happened?

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Record review: Pritzker touts fiscal and crisis management — but critics just see campaign management

The pandemic created political superheroes and villains. In Illinois, Pritzker was both — lauded for stepping up to former President Donald Trump and fighting for COVID-19 resources, and lambasted by those who viewed him as an authoritarian who shut down much of the state.

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Panel convenes at Malcolm X College to look for ways to restore trust between cops, public

In first public meeting, Community Commission on Public Safety and Accountability discusses Police Department budget, filling vacancies on Police Board.

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The Roux — a ‘gas station with purpose’ — opens on South Side with pumps, store and literacy center for kids

“We’re about not only making a difference, but being a difference,” said Lavaille Lavette, author of the children’s series “Adventures of Roopster Roux.”

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Chicago is sharing responsibility for asylum-seekers, and that should come with more federal resources

Sanctuary cities like Chicago need resources to manage what is looking to become a regular influx of bused-in migrants.

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I’m a former police chief. Here’s what’s wrong with the SAFE-T Act.

I want to set the record straight in regard to public safety and law enforcement concerns about the ability to detain accused violent offenders under this legislation.

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Little Village resource fair on public health, immigration set for Saturday

Ald. Byron Sigcho-Lopez will be at the event in Little Village, as will organizations offering free immigration and public health resources, plus a slew of vaccines.

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Mayor needs to learn how to take criticism

If Lori Lightfoot doesn’t like anyone questioning her, she’s either not doing enough or is in the wrong business.

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Refusing to wait for Garcia to decide, Chicago Teachers Union, United Working Families endorse Brandon Johnson for mayor

U.S. Rep. Jesus “Chuy” Garcia sent an email asking United Working Families to defer a mayoral endorsement, but the group refused because Garcia was unwilling to give them a timeline for when — or if — he will announce a mayoral run.

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Week 5 in pictures: 10 standout high school football photos

A look back at 10 outstanding images from Week 5 of the high school football season.

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Rebecca Gilman achieves milestone at Goodman Theatre with politically charged ‘Swing State’

In mere synopsis, “Swing State” sounds — as do many of Gilman’s plays when abbreviated to plot points — heavy, potentially grim and more about provoking thought than providing entertainment.

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In Pilsen, community effort builds to close Chicago’s last big scrap-metal shredder

Mary Gonzales, 81, is leading the push to close the pollution-emitting operation owned by Sims Metal Management.

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Southwest Side represents strong investment for Chicago schools and our city

CPS should recognize that enrollment is growing on the Southwest Side, and right-size its budget to include more funding for our local schools.

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Bears defense learning how to finish fast

Training camp conditioning and halftime adjustments seem to be paying off for the Bears, who have allowed just 12 points — and no touchdowns — in the second half this season. “It’s the coolest thing, seeing them adjust on the fly,” linebacker Nick Morrow said.

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CPS advances plans for Near South high school despite opposition, threat to withhold state funding

CPS leaders said teens travel far for school now, and population growth justifies the school. Opponents said the plan is irresponsible and lacks community input.

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Highland Park massacre victims sue, CPD agrees to improve access to lawyers at stations and more in your Chicago news roundup

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

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Mayoral allies urge Lightfoot to scrap plans for $42.7 million property tax increase

The increase is half what the automatic escalator approved two years ago allows. But Ald. Jason Ervin, chairman of the City Council’s Black Caucus, is among the mayoral allies advising the mayor to find another way.

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I’m opposed to the Near South High School plan — here’s why

The way in which the mayor and CPS are pushing forward with this current, controversial and problematic proposal is troubling. There has not been meaningful community engagement with open, public meetings and true dialogue

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Well-known West Side house staying, but distinctive pink trim is going

The 19th century Victorian house will lose its status as the ‘candy house’ but will remain a testament to another era of Chicago.

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A small amount of extra money will help the forest preserves bloom

With more natural land in a heavily populated area than anywhere else in North America, the preserves are almost like having a national park right here at home.

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