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Daily horoscope for September 24, 2020
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‘This is not good enough.’ Chicago-area parents rally to get kids back in school, and some districts are making it happen.
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Ask Amy: Couple wants only ‘classy’ PDAs
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Teacher takes advantage of remote learning to offer instruction from places where American history happened
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Commentary: Federal aid to states should protect taxpayers, encourage reforms
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Column: The one true thing: Gale Sayers and those 18 inches of daylight
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How to un-erase Black artists overlooked by history? Write their Wikipedia pages.
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Daywatch: Hundreds in Chicago protest Breonna Taylor decision, Boystown drops its name and where to go apple picking in the Chicago area
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Progressives say they’ll pressure Joe Biden to expand Supreme Court if Democrats win White House, Senate
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Sign tallying COVID-19 deaths will stay up in Northbrook after some called for its removal
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Column: New anti-Trump group stumps against the president: ‘Be warned, the Nasty Women are about to call you’
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Chicago arts organizations are pushing inclusion efforts — but do audiences see them as effective?
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Matt Nagy’s assertion that his team is ‘just OK right now’ is _____. The Chicago Bears really need Khalil Mack to ________. Our writers offer their takes on 4 key topics.
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Egypt began investigation of a gang rape case that shocked the nation. But now some witnesses who came forward are being detained: ‘It’s frightening and terrifying’
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Sir Harold Evans, crusading editor, publisher of ‘Primary Colors’ and author, dies at 92
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7 things to know about new Chicago Bulls coach Billy Donovan, including his brief stint on Wall Street and close ties to Rick Pitino
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Q&A with Jarrett Payton: Walter Payton’s son reflects on Gale Sayers’ death and what the 2 Hall of Fame running backs meant to the Chicago Bears
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Most endangered historic places in the U.S.
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Column: Chicago church where thousands viewed Emmett Till’s open casket is named to list of nation’s most endangered places
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35 years ago today, Ferris Bueller had one day off. But two Cubs games at Wrigley Field were involved. Confused? Let’s try to sort it out.
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Can’t get in to see your dentist right now? Try these dental hygiene products
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The best hand blender of 2020
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The best rice cooker of 2020
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The best bidet of 2020
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The best car seat cover
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The best potassium supplement of 2020
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The best RV tire
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‘Grateful’: Gigi Hadid welcomes baby girl with Zayn Malik
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The best underwater drone
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Northwestern football is being extra cautious with COVID-19 protocols: non-contact practices, face shields and a plastic strip over players’ helmets
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US jobless claims rise to 870,000 as fraud and backlogs cloud data
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Survey says Waukegan school community wants resource officers to remain
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Who won ‘America’s Got Talent’ season 15?
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Letter to the Editor
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Citrusy, silky lemon posset: The easiest dessert you’ve never made
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From quick shortcuts to slow cookers, how we’re eating now
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A new 7-year deal expands Turner Sports’ MLB rights through 2028
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Antioch residents to decide on proposed bond issue for library upgrades
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Mars drops Uncle Ben’s, reveals new name for rice brand
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El coronavirus, otro golpe al Miss Venezuela (FOTOS)
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Annual Lennon tribute, in 40th year, goes online
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Trump won’t commit to transfer of power if he loses election: ‘Get rid of the ballots and we’ll have a very peaceful… there won’t be a transfer, frankly’
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2 treated at scene of crash with Chesterton fire truck
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Trump predicts election ‘will end up in the Supreme Court,’ says he wants replacement for RBG confirmed ahead of Election Day
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Trump no se compromete con transición pacífica si pierde
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Tiny Rubik’s Cube goes on sale in Japan for anniversary
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Luis Suárez en su despedida del Barca: ‘El entrenador no contaba conmigo’
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Dolphins vs. Jaguars odds and pick: Expect low scoring on Thursday Night Football
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EEUU investiga ‘esterilizaciones forzosas’ a mexicanas
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Minshew Mania or FitzMagic? Bet $20, win $125 if either QB throws for a yard on Thursday Night Football
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Lake County local scores for Friday, Sept. 25
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¿Qué es lo que beben los aficionados para ver el fútbol?
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EEUU: Balean a 2 policías en protestas por Breonna Taylor
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United Airlines becomes first U.S. carrier to offer coronavirus testing for passengers
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Speak Out reader opinion: Wearing masks may be better than a vaccine
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Ligero repunte de solicitudes de ayuda por desempleo en EEUU
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Week 3 survivor pool pick and strategy: Colts are huge favorites
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Northwest Indiana local scores for Friday, Sept. 25
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‘The Batman’ exterior scenes to be filmed in Chicago
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Indiana chief justice recovering from COVID-19 illness
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My Orbitz reservation didn’t go through — and then it did. Travel Troubleshooter investigates.
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Trump says he will ‘always’ protect those with preexisting conditions. He hasn’t.
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Merrillville puts conditions on Broadway gas station rebuilding plan
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Heirloom peppers carry on family tradition for centuries
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As virus cases surge in Europe, hospitalizations lag. But for how long?
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Celebrity Travel: Go away with … Jessica Jung
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James Rodríguez is here to entertain you
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FDA requires stronger warning label for Xanax and similar drugs
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Gold Coast 3-bedroom home with wood-paneled library: $3M
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Kim Cattrall no tiene ‘ningún arrepentimiento’ por criticar a Sarah Jessica Parker
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Six months into the COVID-19 pandemic, here’s how the virus has changed our lives
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Daily Southtown local scores and schedules for Friday, Sept. 25
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A timeline of events in the shooting death of Breonna Taylor in Louisville
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West Suburban scores and schedules for Friday, Sept. 25
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The music scene shut down, and Chicago artist Brandon James figured out how to adapt
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Thalía lanza serie online con Farina y Sofía Reyes
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NFL Week 3 predictions: NYT’s picks against the spread
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Rick Steves’ Europe: Gimmelwald: The Swiss Alps in your lap
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Column: Hollywood just delayed new releases, again, due to the pandemic. Can Chicago’s movie theaters survive the wait?
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Obligados a cambiar
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Gail Collins column: The Republican irritation olympics
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356 elephants dropped dead. Did this bacteria poison them?
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Comedian Bryan Callen sues husband of woman who claims the comedian raped her
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Vote-by-mail requests in Kane County increase fivefold as early voting begins
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Roland Garros: el reto de cambiar de continente y superficie
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After storms, they built higher. They dread doing it again.
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A tall tale about big fish leads to felonies in Utah
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Principales aspirantes a puesto de Ginsburg en Corte Suprema
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Nothing eats viruses, right? Meet some hungry protists
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What is ‘wanton endangerment,’ the charge in the Breonna Taylor case?
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The new Apple Watch measures your blood oxygen. Now what?
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The nose needed for this coronavirus test isn’t yours. It’s a dog’s.
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After storms, they built higher. They dread doing it again.
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Baseball fans find unusual vantage points to watch MLB games during pandemic
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Armando Manzanero recibirá Premio Billboard a la Trayectoria
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Historic Chicago dive bar Old Town Ale House reopens despite tavern restrictions — by selling frozen pizza
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Baseball fans find unusual vantage points to watch MLB games during pandemic
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Illinois Philharmonic schedules another outdoor small group concert for Oct. 3
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Hija de exiliados cubanos candidata a Corte Suprema de EEUU
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Motormouth: Power window problem
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Enjoy the storm-free lull. It’s a La Niña year, when October and November are historically busy
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Girls tennis notes: Lincoln-Way Central’s Kara Rimkunas finds home away from home on courts at her dad’s alma mater, Andrew
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Ibrahimovic tras dar positivo: ‘El COVID ha tenido el coraje de desafiarme. Se equivoca’
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Casi 150 millones de desempleados en AL por el covid-19
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Dead squirrels washing up on a Lake Michigan beach in Michigan
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Brother Rice coach Brian Badke on Georgetown recruit Myles Jones: ‘One of the best linebackers I’ve coached in my 23 years.’
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Indian Prairie District 204 cuts back on repairs to cover rising costs of salaries, bus service
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A drive-through opera among Lyric Opera’s next offerings
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German airline Lufthansa to offer preflight coronavirus tests on routes to US
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‘Dreadhead Cowboy’ hit with charges he abused horse, which may be put down after Dan Ryan protest ride
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President Trump’s niece files suit, alleging she was fleeced of multi-million dollar inheritance by her uncle and his siblings
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Gigi Hadid y Zayn Malik son padres de una niña
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Wildfires taint West Coast vineyards with the taste of smoke: ‘Kind of like a campfire’
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Editorial: Closing Arguments, Part Three: Drs. Pritzker and Madigan, your patient is seriously ill. The ‘fair tax’ is no cure.
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Libertyville senior leaders Liam Tucker and Andrew Clark look to lower times for conference meet and IHSA’s expanded postseason
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Homicidios en México en niveles históricamente altos
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Few officers who cause death are charged or convicted. A wide gulf remains between public perception of police violence and how it is treated in court.
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Seahawks vs. Cowboys, el explosivo duelo de la J-3 en NFL
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Halloween activities ranked by risk level, according to the CDC
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Post-Tribune football rankings and player of the week for Friday, Sept. 25, 2020
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While Glenview-area schools plan to reopen under a hybrid model, some parents and students rally for full return to class
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Girls swimming notes: Sisters Hailey and Kasey Fris make good use of ‘some angry competition’ for Lincoln-Way West
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Crown Point panel approves contract extension plan with Republic Services
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‘There’s not balance:’ Single parents struggle with being the sole decider, caregiver and teacher
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Orland Park District 135 will resume in-person learning perhaps by late October
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Obreros crearon guarida privada bajo Grand Central de NY
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Quickly: Readers sound off on the issues of the day
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Smalley CEO Michael Greenhill sells Highland Park mansion for $4.5 million
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Tracy’s Tavern closes after 35-year family run in Clarendon Hills
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More than 5,000 workers at University of Illinois, both nurses and nonmedical staff, reach contract agreements after striking
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Ex-child welfare worker and county board member pleads not guilty to child endangerment in death of 5-year-old AJ Freund
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Kenosha shooter Kyle Rittenhouse portrayed by his lawyers as a ‘Minuteman’ exercising his right to bear arms in a ‘war zone’
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The BAFTA Awards have a diversity problem. So they’re making over 120 changes
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New civilian police review board in Aurora likely to convene in 2021
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Losing your hair can be another consequence of the coronavirus pandemic — whether or not you became sick
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Evel Knievel’s son suing Disney over ‘Toy Story 4’ character
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‘Nobody knew how to handle this situation’: How COVID-19 decimated Illinois nursing homes, exposed government flaws and left families in frustrating limbo
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Football notes: Senior QB Joe Cimino excels in first season at Andrean but says he’s ‘just along for the ride’ with Class 2A’s top-ranked team
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Close races in Texas, Georgia, Iowa show Trump’s vulnerability, suggest Biden has a formidable coalition, according to new poll
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Southwest Airlines CEO: ‘There’s no reason to believe that things are going to improve anytime soon’
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Want to vote early in Illinois’ general election? Here’s what you need to know.
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10 things you need to know about the Dreadhead Cowboy, who shut down the Dan Ryan on Monday
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Elgin News Digest: Leaf pickup in Elgin starts Oct. 1; register to vote at Gail Borden through Oct. 6; free clothing event for Dundee Township, D300
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Smalley CEO Michael Greenhill racks up real estate deals in Chicago and Highland Park totaling $16 million
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Hulu apologizes for untimely promotion of Breonna Taylor docuseries
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‘City So Real’ documentary series on Chicago from ‘Hoop Dreams’ director Steve James to premiere in October
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Commentary: Keeping schools closed is taking a costly toll on our young Black males
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President Trump says he’s ‘not a fan’ of Meghan Markle after she urges Americans to vote
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Iowa fines meatpacking plant less than $1,000 after coronavirus outbreak infected hundreds of workers
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Money places Vernon Hills in ’50 Best Places to Live’ for 2020
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US judge blocks Indiana’s limits on voting time extensions
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Abuchean a Trump mientras rinde honores a la jueza Ginsburg
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Brothers killed in Waukegan gunfight forced way into house looking to confront someone, police say
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Indiana to track COVID-19 in schools with new data dashboard
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Commentary: Black joy and a handful of mundane moments that have sparked happiness the last 6 months
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Dodge highlights exterior, interior changes on 2021 Durango
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Ford offers Tremor package for 2021 Ranger
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Trump says he’s ‘not a fan’ of Meghan Markle after she urges Americans to vote
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Having a holiday gathering? The CDC wants you to weigh these 7 factors
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Teacher announces bid for Aurora alderman
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‘Temporary’ pay cuts have become permanent for many Americans during pandemic
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Fourth grader, middle school worker in North Shore District 112 test positive for COVID-19
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Rush plans new rehab hospital and expansion into physical therapy as part of joint venture with Select Medical
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Early voting in Chicagoland
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Naperville’s Wehrli, Yang Rohr spar over campaign finances, graduated tax in District 41 election forum
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Judge dismisses suit against Fox News over Trump affair story
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‘Volver a empezar’: El ‘Tata’ se reencuentra con el Tri
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Community news: Baking pro helps memory care residents express inner cake boss, more
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Sobrina de Trump demanda a la familia por millones
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Mandy Moore, husband Taylor Goldsmith expecting first child
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Naperville ghost stories program fits in with COVID guidelines
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Letters: Shock and confusion over the Breonna Taylor case
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Diego Godín cambia de equipo en Italia
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Pirates 7, Cubs 0
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Arlington Heights signs with new supplier for green electric aggregation program
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439 more cases of COVID-19 reported in Kane County in last week; total now at 12,832
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Steve Martin’s ‘Father of the Bride’ reunion is ‘mini-movie’ with dose of 2020
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Vernon Hills police receiving body cameras in coming weeks
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Magistrado considera inconstitucional consulta para juzgar a expresidentes
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Ia y Vázquez vuelven a ser roomies en ‘De brutas, nada’
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Homer Glen extends easing of sign restrictions, plans forums on road referendum
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Avoca District 37 teachers rally to protest what they say are potential program cuts, larger class sizes
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Speak Out reader opinions: If Elgin has weed rules, they’re not being enforced; booing inappropriate at NFL games; Trump deserves praise
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‘Semanas duras’ le esperan a Madrid por COVID-19
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Oak Park restricts overnight parking again; transportation commission to review proposed changes
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GOP Rep. Darin LaHood introduces plan for federal loans to state, local governments but exempts Illinois from getting loan forgiveness
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Tu patrón podría exigirte que te vacunes contra el covid-19
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Bradshaw: COVID-19 causes uncertainty for college students, admissions
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Buffalo Grove to allow Halloween trick-or-treating with safety suggestions amid COVID-19 pandemic
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Bank manager finds 9.07-carat diamond in Arkansas state park: ‘It kind of looked interesting and shiny’
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More than 500 cast ballots on Will County’s first day of early voting
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Terapistas argentinos agotados alertan que sigue el peligro
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River Forest forming citizen committee to guide equity, inclusion discussions
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Council vote to renew contract that puts cops in Elgin schools leads to intense discussion on race
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En Sochi, Hamilton puede igualar un récord de Schumacher
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Crosby: Nonprofits navigate virtual fundraisers and other ideas to stay afloat
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Health care communications veteran takes over spokesperson role for Stevenson SD125 following Jim Conrey early retirement
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Shedd Aquarium’s mapping project of freshwater mussels
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A quadriplegic, a specialty van and a lifetime of adventures
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As flu season arrives, people get flu shots in Highland Park
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Temen otra respuesta fallida de GB a rebrote de COVID-19
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The home schoolfluencer
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Chicago Bears place defensive tackle John Jenkins on IR and sign Daniel McCullers to practice squad
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YMCA deal falls apart; it will not take over operation of Niles Family Fitness Center
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Now’s the time for wigs, if you have them
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Se disparan los positivos por coronavirus en el Flamengo
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What’s your ideal remote work/life balance? Tips from a Wharton professor.
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Be back soon: The most common (sometimes false) excuses employees use for taking a break.
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Lt. Gov. Stratton warns of 20% across-the-board income tax hike if Illinois voters reject graduated-rate constitutional amendment
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Barbara Lagoa sería la nominada de Trump a la Corte Suprema. ¿Cuál es su récord?
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Commentary: Illinois COVID-19 response is failing people with disabilities
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3 things we learned from the Chicago Bears, including the Falcons’ onside kick fail and David Montgomery’s appreciation for Gale Sayers
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How Lenny Kravitz keeps his cool
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Top pitching prospect Brailyn Marquez is included in the Cubs’ 40-man playoff roster pool
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El Bayern se corona supercampeón de Europa
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Fall is not canceled in Chicago’s suburbs: a guide to pumpkin farms, corn mazes and apple picking
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Corrections and clarifications
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Médicos proponen revivir un tratamiento conocido, la radiación pulmonar, pero ahora contra el Covid-19
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Some northwest Indiana haunted houses will open with safer scares
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Column: Spring mayoral contests take shape as candidates declare intentions, collect signatures
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Franciscan breaks ground on $200M hospital in Crown Point; facility expected to open in 2023
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On a busy first day of early voting, Lake County residents flock to the courthouse to cast their ballots
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Only 1 person arrested following Breonna Taylor protests in Chicago, cops say
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Elgin Farmers Market numbers down from last year, but vendors and patrons positive, new report says
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A quadriplegic, a specialty van and a lifetime of adventures: A biking accident left Kirk Williams paralyzed, but he has traveled widely and inspired others to follow in his tire tracks
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ComEd agrees to testify before special committee investigating Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan
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New subpoenas served on Gary City Hall; financial records from 2015-19 sought
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The Spin: Lt. Gov. Stratton warns Illinois residents could see big income tax hike if voters reject ballot initiative | Top Biden adviser offers peek inside campaign | Kinzinger pushes back on Trump’s uncertainty over peaceful transfer of power
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Cordarrelle Patterson and the Chicago Bears express concern as they continue to reckon with the Breonna Taylor ruling: ‘It was heartbreaking’
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Joyero diseña la mascarilla más cara del mundo de diamantes y oro
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Huge letters spelling out ‘Naperville Together’ to be first artwork done by Art of Inclusion group
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Column: The Breonna Taylor case is heartbreaking, but not a ‘miscarriage of justice’
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Second stimulus check updates: Democrats to redraft coronavirus relief bill in bid to jump-start negotiations
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Will County’s new bloodhound trained specifically to find missing persons
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Cubs collect just 2 hits as their offense struggles again in a 7-0 defeat to the Pirates for their 3rd-straight loss
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White Sox reinstate pitchers Aaron Bummer and Carlos Rodon from the injured list and designate Steve Cishek and Ross Detwiler for assignment
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Source: Cubs plan for potential limited seating at Wrigley Field in 2021 and cut 60 jobs in their business department — all because of COVID-19
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As early voting begins, some voters experience hourslong wait times in northern Illinois counties
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Elgin History Museum exhibit highlights artistry, craftsmanship of everyday items
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Special Edition: A guide to early voting in Illinois
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3 ethics board exits later, Cook County commissioners unveil first draft of ethics code reforms
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The Dreadhead Cowboy asks for help days after animal cruelty arrest: ‘Lori come help me. I can’t do it alone’
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Rescue group says sick dogs rescued from O’Hare warehouse might be shipped back to the Middle East: ‘Why is this happening?’
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Coronavirus in Illinois updates: Here’s what happened Sept. 24 with COVID-19 in the Chicago area
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‘Trial of Chicago 7’ review: Aaron Sorkin takes Daley’s ’68 nightmare to court
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Photos: Indians 5, White Sox 4
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Man who spent 13 years in prison in case connected to Guevara claims hidden relationship between the notorious former detective and a key witness’ mother
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Both parties vow an orderly election as President Trump demurs on a peaceful transfer of power if he loses: ‘We’ll see’
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The Chicago Bulls didn’t expect Billy Donovan to hit the market. But once he became available, they sprung into action: ‘It was more about us selling our vision.’
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Painful search continues for missing mail carrier Kierra Coles as loved ones gather for her 28th birthday
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Doobie Brothers’ lawyer sends humorous copyright-infringement letter to Bill Murray
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White Sox let a late lead slip away and fall to the Indians 5-4 for their 5th straight loss and 6th in 7 games
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Louisville officials plead for calm after man charged with shooting 2 cops during Breonna Taylor protests; activists march for 2nd night
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Pac-12 football to kick off Nov. 6 while the Mountain West targets Oct. 24