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Feds make $2B commitment to CTA Red Line extension

After 50 years of baby steps, the promise Mayor Richard J. Daley made when he opened the 95th Street station in 1969 is nearing the finish line.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 8, 2023

With Chinatown mural, artist Ocean Muerto says he’s playing with the idea of ‘dust to dust’

The artist says his message was that “even something negative can regenerate into something positive.”

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 8, 2023

Illinois governor’s mansion haunted by history, hijinks, heirlooms and art — but no ghosts

First lady M.K. Pritzker gave columnist Michael Sneed a tour of the quietly elegant, Illinois artist-infused, dreamily redecorated mansion and exclusive details on the book she’s written about its history and secrets.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 8, 2023

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Bally’s Medinah Temple temporary casino landlord Albert Friedman will hit $20 million jackpot under 4-year lease

Albert M. Friedman will get more than $16.5 million in rent and a $330,000 management fee under his four-year lease, obtained by the Sun-Times. Bally’s also must pay a property tax bill that’s topped $1.1 million a year.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 8, 2023

Migrant families allegedly forced to leave South Side shelter

Four men say they weren’t allowed to enter the shelter because they had found jobs. The staff refused to let them join their wives and kids, prompting them to leave the shelter for O’Hare Airport.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 8, 2023

Mayor’s pick for top cop asks for collaboration from community at public forum: ‘We have to be partners in this’

Larry Snelling calls on the public to be partners with the Chicago Police Department in addressing deep-rooted community problems and fighting crime.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 8, 2023

Migrants would move from police stations to big tents in ‘winterized base camps’ under mayor’s new plan

Mayor Brandon Johnson did not rule out budget cuts or tax increases to pay for a burgeoning humanitarian crisis already costing Chicago upwards of $30 million a month. “Sacrifices” will be required from the city, he said, but the cost of not making those sacrifices would be far greater.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 7, 2023

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Chicago, save your historic trees

Campaigns to save heritage trees are growing in the city by residents who want a pro-environmental tree ordinance to protect our urban trees.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 7, 2023

Family mourns dancer fatally shot near mother’s home: ‘I never thought I’d have to bury my son’

As James Coles left his mother’s Morgan Park home to see a friend, Jacqueline Coles grabbed him by the wrist and told him to be careful. Hours later, she stood outside Christ Medical Center as doctors tried in vain to save him.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 7, 2023

Incoming top cop Larry Snelling should have the chance to pick his own leadership team

Snelling will inherit personnel changes he should have been the one to make. We’re also concerned about questions surrounding four of Interim Supt. Fred Waller’s picks.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 7, 2023

Wary welcome? Residents greet plan to house migrants at Greektown hostel with both applause and apprehension

Up to 196 migrants will begin moving into the Parthenon Guest House, 310 S. Halsted St., Sept. 15. Some residents are concerned about safety and security.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 7, 2023

Celebrating 20 years, Chicago’s Harris Theater for Music and Dance remains a world-class cultural arts hub

The Millennium Park venue will mark the anniversary with an all-day event featuring many of Harris’ resident companies.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 7, 2023

More PPP fraud, this time in Chicago Public Schools? Sadly, we’re not surprised.

People may be weary of hearing about government employees and others fleecing billions from the federal Paycheck Protection Program. But anyone accused of wrongdoing should be held accountable.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 6, 2023

One Cubs changeup-thrower to another: How Kyle Hendricks is impacting Jordan Wicks

Wicks held the Giants to two runs in 6 2⁄3 in the Cubs’ 8-2 win Wednesday.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 6, 2023

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Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 6, 2023

This year’s Chicago Marathon could be the biggest ever

More than 47,000 runners are registered for the Oct. 8 race, a sizable field that could blow past the 2019 record.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 6, 2023

Kansas recruit Austin Alexander provides a spark for Marian Catholic

Through two games, Alexander already has two return touchdowns: a 69-yarder on a punt against Rich in Week 1 and a 90-yarder on the opening kickoff against Homewood-Flossmoor last weekend.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 6, 2023

Chicago ranked 2nd-best city for vegan travelers

“When you come to Chicago, you’re coming to a diverse city. You can come here and you could have different things in different ways,” one restaurateur said.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 5, 2023

‘I got hit once and I kept running.’ 15-year-old recounts shooting after Mount Carmel-Morgan Park football game

Damario Ferguson was one of seven young people shot over the Labor Day weekend.

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Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 5, 2023

State issues guidance on co-pays for undocumented — just as advocates gathered to criticize Pritzker for health care cuts

Advocates argued the rules changes were too costly for low-income patients. The governor’s office said co-pays should not have been charged yet anyway, though they are expected to resume eventually.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 5, 2023

Casino crunch time: Bally’s could open at Medinah Temple this weekend — as long as it aces practice sessions

Bally’s will run practice sessions this week with about 350 guests inside their temporary casino at Medinah Temple. If all goes well, the casino could open by Saturday.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 5, 2023

Give your car to a good cause — the Sun-Times

You can lessen the sting of losing a favorite vehicle by giving it to the Chicago Sun-Times Vehicle Donation Program.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 5, 2023

10 standout high school football photos from Week 2

A look back at 10 outstanding images from Week 2 of the season.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 5, 2023

City moves to authorize two new migrant shelters, but what’s the plan beyond that?

As the city handles the contingencies of the migrant housing situation, it must also develop a plan that addresses the issue on a permanent basis.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 5, 2023

Labor Day beachgoers enjoy humid final day of beach season that saw record-setting heat

The high for Monday was 92, with the humidity making it feel 96, the warmest Labor Day since 1983. Temps will hover near the low- to mid-70s the rest of the week.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 5, 2023

African Festival of the Arts celebrates culture: ‘It’s like Africa in Chicago’

The annual African Festival of the Arts ran Labor Day weekend at Washington Park with vendors from around the country and world. The festival brings the African diaspora to Chicago with food, music and celebration.

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