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Chicago Air and Water show’s solo female civilian pilot sees industry changing for the better

Pilot Susan Dacy reflects on how female representation in aviation has improved over her career. ‘I think you’d be hard-pressed to walk down a concourse and not see women pilots,’ she says.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 17, 2023

As Friday Morning Swim Club grows, so do safety concerns

Has Friday Morning Swim Club gotten too big for its own good? As more people join the early morning plunge, the club is breaking almost every rule the park district has about swimming — and getting away with it.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 17, 2023

Mayoral allies nearing compromise on plan to raise tax on higher-end home sales, but office building owners still not buying in

The compromise that Chicago voters will be asked to approve in a binding referendum in March is the one that now former Housing Commissioner Marisa Novara floated last month. The changes are expected to reduce the annual revenue by $20 million — from $160 million to $140 million.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 17, 2023

‘Deep-fried everything’: We sample seven sinful snacks to indulge in at the Illinois State Fair — so you can, too

The Sun-Times went downstate to sample the saturated-fat smorgasbord — for better, or worse. Some felt oh-so wrong, but right at home in Springfield.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 17, 2023

Bears notebook: Roschon Johnson just getting started

The rookie running back continues to turn heads and open eyes with his physical style, but knows he has a lot of work to do after an encouraging debut in the Bears’ preseason opener. “Definitely a game to build off of,” he said.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 17, 2023

No. 6 Maine South using last season’s controversy as motivation

The Hawks have a returning quarterback and a team full of experienced seniors.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 17, 2023

Gov. Pritzker blasts Republicans as Democrats rally at Illinois State Fair

The state’s top Democrats gathered in Springfield for Governor’s Day — ripping Illinois Republicans for their support of former President Donald Trump.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 16, 2023

Elites get coaching makeover: A look at five new coaches

There are new faces in charge at Lemont, Loyola. St. Rita, Bolingbrook and Kankakee.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 16, 2023

Sam Smith delivers a sultry dose of razzle-dazzle in United Center show

“This show tonight is about freedom. So, let go, have fun, make some friends, sing, dance, take your tops off if you must,” Smith declared.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 16, 2023

Chicago-area Christkindlmarkets to open Nov. 17 with new ‘fast-entry’ ticketing available

The beloved holiday shopping markets will return to Daley Plaza, Gallagher Way and to Aurora’s RiverEdge Park.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 16, 2023