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Kristi Noem appearance at annual Christmas tree offload sparks protests at Navy Pier
U.S. Secretary of the Department of Homeland Secret Service and Kristi Noem made an appearance at the 26th annual Christmas tree ship ceremony at Navy Pier.
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Editorial: Mayor Brandon Johnson’s game of budgetary chicken puts Chicago’s future at risk
Far more than the political standing of Chicago's unpopular mayor is at stake in this...
Immigration
Judge rejects Trump administration’s bid to toss lawsuit challenging Guantánamo migrant detentions
A federal judge has rejected a request from the Trump administration to toss a lawsuit challenging the detention of migrants at the U.S. Navy base at Guantanamo Bay.
Entertainment
Review: In its 10th year, the Joffrey Ballet’s ‘Nutcracker’ is the best version of itself
Any hint of clunkiness or awkwardness has been smoothed away in the Christopher Wheeldon version that has become the Joffrey's beloved, Chicago-set holiday production. And there is a new Statue of the Republic this year, as well.
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ACC championship: Duke outlasts No. 17 Virginia 27-20 in OT for first outright title since 1962
Darian Mensah connected with Jeremiah Hasley for a 1-yard touchdown on a fourth-down play in overtime, and the unranked Blue Devils held on to beat No. 17 Virginia 27-20 on Saturday.
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Photos: Federal agents are confronted by residents in Elgin
Federal immigration agents deployed tear gas and pepper spray Saturday on a crowd that gathered to protest a prolonged arrest in a northwest Chicago suburb. -
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Politics
Today in Chicago History: Former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich sentenced to 14 years in prison
Here's a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on Dec. 7, according...
Business
Housed in an old stable, Pullman Tech Workshop works to bring stability to area housing stock, residents
Housed in an old stable, Pullman Tech Workshop works to bring stability to area's historic...
Education
Ralph Heatherington, longtime principal who helped ease tensions between Wheaton high schools, dies at 79
He was principal at Wheaton North High School for 9 years and helped mend frayed...
Crime and Public Safety
Authorities: Man found fatally stabbed in West Loop condo
A man was found fatally stabbed inside a residence in the city's West Loop, according...
Environment
A snowy, cold start to winter follows a very warm fall. How are Illinois seasons changing?
In Chicago, fall is the second fastest-warming season after winter, and outliers, like this week's...
Restaurants, Food and Drink
2025 Holiday Cookie Contest winners: Pracny, eggnog crème brûlée and mandelbread recipes come out on top
For the 39th annual Tribune Holiday Cookie Contest, 32 readers submitted recipes for sweet treats,...
Investigations
When hospitals choose private guardians, patients pay the price
When Chicago hospitals seek guardians for patients with assets, a law firm and a private...
History
Today in History: Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris reopened to the public
On Dec. 7, 2024, the newly-restored Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris was reopened to the public...
Local News
Aurora’s proposed 2026 budget, with controversial cuts, heads to final approval
The Aurora City Council is set to vote on final approval of the proposed budget...
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The best Samsung phones available now
Keep reading and you’ll discover the key considerations to choose your next phone and a...