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Army Veteran Deported After Drug Conviction Now a US Citizen

An Army veteran deported to Mexico after serving time in prison for a drug conviction became a U.S. citizen on Friday. Miguel Perez Jr. held up his citizenship certificate for the cameras after being sworn in, saying, “Here it is.”

Depositions and More: What to Watch on Impeachment This Week

House Democrats are marching forward with their impeachment inquiry into President Donald Trump, with more depositions coming this week.

Josh Jacobs Rallies Raiders Past Bears 24-21

All that pregame talk about Khalil Mack and the Monsters of the Midway defense only served as motivation for the Oakland Raiders.

The Week in Review: Teachers Gear Up For a Coordinated Strike

CPS teachers set a walkout date. A local Republican congressman hedges on the Trump impeachment inquiry. What are the feds looking for in Illinois? And the Bears get ready for battle across the pond.

New Group to Connect Veterans in Illinois With Careers in Clean Energy, Sustainability

An increasing number of veterans are pursuing careers in fast-growing environmental sectors, like solar and wind energy, says Jessica Klinge, who will lead the Illinois chapter of Green Veterans.

Survey: Stress, Drug Abuse Top Issues Facing Chicago Youth

Stress, drug abuse and depression are among the top 10 health issues facing Chicago youth, according to a citywide survey of adults.

Judge Finds No Bias from Jussie Smollett Special Prosecutor Dan Webb

A Chicago judge decided Friday to keep a special prosecutor looking into why the state’s attorney’s office abruptly dismissed charges against actor Jussie Smollett, finding there’s “no indication he harbors any bias.”

‘Driving Force’ Behind Murder of 9-Year-Old Tyshawn Lee Guilty of Murder

While he didn’t fire the fatal shots that killed 9-year-old Tyshawn Lee, prosecutors say Corey Morgan was the “driving force” behind the boy’s execution in 2015. On Friday, Morgan was found guilty of murder for his role in one of Chicago’s most horrific crimes.

Duckworth, Booker File Bill to Reduce Cost of Solar Energy for Poor Families

The Low-Income Solar Energy Act would expand an existing program and create new ones to make solar energy more affordable for low-income Americans. 

White House Prepares Formal Objection to Impeachment Probe

President Donald Trump said Friday the White House is preparing a letter to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi formally objecting to the Democrats’ impeachment inquiry without an official vote.

Some in GOP Want Trump Inquiry But Balk at Impeachment Talk

The handful of lawmakers who say they’re “troubled” or concerned by the allegations account for a small fraction of the 197 House Republicans. Still, their comments represent thin cracks in what has been a solid foundation for Trump.

Comedian Damon Williams Stands Up for Hometown of Chicago

Damon Williams has worked at City Hall, Subway and – for the last 27 years – has been a very busy stand-up comic. We catch up with Williams ahead of his benefit for Teamwork Englewood on Friday.

Gunman Guilty in Brutal Slaying of 9-Year-Old Tyshawn Lee

Dwright Boone-Doty has been found guilty of murder in what remains one of the most shocking and horrific murders in Chicago’s recent history.

Minimum Wage Debate: Should Tipped Workers Also ‘Fight for $15’?

Should tipped workers make the same minimum wage as non-tipped workers? We discuss the pros and cons of a pending ordinance in City Council that would raise the city’s minimum wage to $15 an hour by 2021 – including for those who earn tips.

1 Year After Van Dyke Conviction, How is Chicago Handling Police Misconduct?

It’s been one year since former Chicago Police Office Jason Van Dyke was convicted of murdering 17-year-old Laquan McDonald. We discuss issues related to police misconduct and accountability.