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For conservation’s sake, transfer Joliet Training Area to Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie

An investment in Midewin, one of the largest prairie restorations east of the Mississippi River, is an investment in a climate-resilient future for our region, leaders of Openlands, Wetlands Initiative and Sierra Club Illinois write.

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Weed dispensary plan at old Rainforest Cafe in River North goes up in smoke

Two lawsuits sought to block the joint venture between Progressive Treatment Solutions LLC and Bio-Pharm for an outlet at 605 N. Clark St.

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Firefighter charged in shooting of driver in road rage ordered released on electronic monitoring

“You call the police and you report it,” a Cook County judge told Chicago firefighter Omotayo Kassim, who is accused of critically wounding a driver in Andersonville.

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Chicago’s Soul Prime restaurant boosted by ‘Keith Lee effect’ following TikToker’s visit

The video of Lee’s visit to the American soul food restaurant now has 9 million views, and the small staff is still seeing a steady stream of business months later.

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With Chicago’s migrant crisis worsening, Biden should step up

The migrant issue is a defining moment for Mayor Brandon Johnson’s administration. But the same holds true for President Biden, who faces reelection this year

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Witness recounts road rage shooting: ‘Don’t move or I’ll shoot,’ gun-wielding firefighter allegedly shouted

Police say a firefighter shot a motorist who hit his car and attempted to flee on New Year’s Eve in Andersonville. The firefighter is in custody. The victim is in critical condition.

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A reporter steps back while still rooting for those who carry on

Whether it was serendipity or something else, a lot of things came together that led to a career at the Sun-Times.

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Sun-Times takes on fresh perspective on business news with launch of Money section

Business news often has the stigma of being too complex, boring or disconnected from the daily struggles of the average consumer. Our new Money section wants to change that.

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Chicago ends year with fewer shootings, but more robbers use guns as overall crime remains high

The city has followed a national trend of lowered gun violence, but it has stood nearly alone in seeing a spike in robberies — 40% more victims than the year before.

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What went into our Creative Chicago cover? Thousands of steps, hundreds of snapshots

The little break from my usual day-to-day reminded me to look around, soak it up and bring that spirit to work with me every day.

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How learning a new position could help Cubs prospect James Triantos’ rise

Triantos won the Arizona Fall Leagues’s offensive player of the year award.

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In my 10th year covering the Bears, they still found a new way to surprise me

You see a lot covering an NFL team for a decade, but the 2023 Bears have presented a unique level of chaos.

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Covering the story: The long view from a former — and recovering — breaking news reporter

As a breaking news reporter, Stefano Esposito used to cover some of the worst moments in people’s lives. He recently joined the Sun-Times’ Features team. The shift in roles also offers a shift in perspectives.

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Whoops! Mistakes, we’ve made a few in our 75-year history

The Sun-Times has had its share of doozies, from wrongly declaring Ford would be Reagan’s running mate to accidentally publishing an obituary for the Chicago Teachers Union president before she died.

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Simeon’s Pontiac magic returns in a first-round thriller against Plainfield North

The Wolverines have always felt at home in this small town 94 miles south of their school.

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Here’s what the Sun-Times accomplished in 2023 — and what’s next for 2024

As 2023 comes to an end, Sun-Times Executive Editor Jennifer Kho reflects on the top Chicago area stories of the year

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How Latin American Mother’s Day reminded me why telling our stories is so important

After I learned that my grandmother was admitted to the hospital, telling the stories of immigrants selling flowers for Mother’s Day became all the more important to me.

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Here are the photos that helped us tell this year’s stories

Sun-Times photographers captured the biggest storylines in the Chicago area. Here’s a look back at some of 2023’s best photos.

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Neuqua Valley beats Antioch, eyes a spot in the Wheeling Hardwood Classic title game

Neuqua Valley’s Luke Kinkade has been a hot name in recruiting circles lately. The senior scored 18 points and grabbed six rebounds.

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Michael O’Brien’s holiday tournament notebook

All of Tuesday’s Super 25 scores, highlights from the major holiday tournaments and more.

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We brought our loved ones close to say goodbye

Though my wife’s parents were getting older and less able to live alone, it took a long time to persuade them to move closer to us. They did, and just in time, John O’Neill, an editor at the Sun-Times, writes.

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For the final days of 2023, a look back at the stories and trends in Chicago business

In the year of a receding pandemic, many routines returned to normal, but there still were hot topics galore to cover.

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Mike Nussbaum, veteran Chicago stage actor, dies at 99

Nussbaum died Saturday at his Chicago home, just days before his 100th birthday.

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Ex-boyfriend of slain Austin woman wanted in connection with her slaying

Chicago police have requested the public’s help locating Kenneth Brown, 44, who is wanted in connection with the fatal shooting of his ex-girlfriend Maria Roque.

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Winter flower shows blooming with colors at Lincoln Park, Garfield Park conservatories

Open through Jan. 7, winter flower shows at the Lincoln Park Conservatory and Garfield Park Conservatory offer a vibrant escape from gloomy winter days.

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