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Veteran broadcaster Mark Krueger dies at 57

Mark Krueger, a fixture on the local high school and college broadcasting scene for several decades, has died unexpectedly.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 9, 2023

Blackhawks players, alumni, fans recall Rocky Wirtz’s amicability at public memorial

Brent Seabrook, Marian Hossa, Chris Chelios, Pat Foley, Darren Pang and others recounted stories Wednesday at the United Center to eulogize Wirtz, the late Hawks chairman.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 9, 2023

To reopen mental health clinics in Chicago, we need to address worker shortage

Mental health care has surged as a policy priority, but the nation, including Illinois, faces an alarming shortage of mental health professionals.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 9, 2023

Gia Biagi, outgoing transportation commissioner, reflects on her legacy, next steps

With Gia Biagi at the helm of the Chicago Department of Transportation the city saw a 14% drop in pedestrian deaths and added more than 100 miles of bike lanes.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 8, 2023

Canal Street closes outside Union Station for 18 months of construction

Crews will tear apart the street that’s technically a viaduct that doubles as the roof of the popular station.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 8, 2023

DJ Casper, Chicagoan who created the ‘Cha Cha Slide,’ dies at 58

Casper was known to music and dance fans around the globe for the hugely popular line dance/song.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 8, 2023

Illinois congressional leaders urge Biden to grant FEMA relief for storm damage

Members of Congress ask the White House for financial assistance to address damage in the wake of strong storms in the Chicago area and down state in June and July.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 8, 2023

Cubs’ Jeimer Candelario embracing transition to part-time first baseman

Candelario has been borrowing catcher Miguel Amaya’s first baseman’s glove. That’s how long it has been since he played the position.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 8, 2023

Bolingbrook quarterback Jonas Williams steps into the spotlight after standout freshman season

Bolingbrook quarterback Jonas Williams’ freshman season was one of the best in Illinois high school history. He threw for 2,737 yards and 37 touchdowns.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 8, 2023

FBG Duck’s Gold Coast killing followed years-long gang war involving girl gang assassin, other rapper, feds say

Gang assassin Gakirah Barnes and rival Chicago rapper King Von were key players in a feud that led to the daytime killing of FBG Duck as he shopped on Oak Street for his young son’s birthday, a new court filing says.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 7, 2023