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Chicago Sculptor Richard Hunt, Who Created Indelible Public Art From His Astounding Studio, Dies at 88

Renowned sculptor Richard Hunt, whose work can be seen across his hometown of Chicago, died at age 88.

Chicago’s Natural Gas Pipeline Project Halted Amid Push for Cleaner Energy Investments

There is a battle over a multi-billion dollar, decades-long project to upgrade Chicago’s aging natural gas pipelines.

5-Year-Old Boy Dead After Falling Ill at Chicago Migrant Shelter

A Chicago police spokesperson said an investigation is underway, but it does not appear as though the boy’s death was criminal in nature.

Far South Side Land Set to Become Migrant Base Camp Polluted by Buried Fuel Oil Tank, Defunct Dry Cleaners and Nearby Gas Station: Study

The report from Lisle-based A3E Consulting recommends “additional investigation” of the 6.5 acres of land surrounding a vacant Jewel-Osco grocery store on the border between Morgan Park and West Roseland.

Jury Begins Deliberating in Landmark Corruption Trial of Ex-Ald. Ed Burke

Deliberations began Monday afternoon after U.S. District Court Judge Virgina Kendall spent more than three hours reading more than 300 pages of jury instructions.

Some 2020 Donald Trump Fake Electors Haven’t Faded Away. They Have Roles in How the 2024 Race Is Run

Nevada, Wisconsin, Arizona and Pennsylvania are among the states were Donald Trump fake electors are still involved in the 2024 election.

Joe Biden’s Embrace of Stricter Border Measures Puts Him at Odds With Key Reelection Allies

Presidnent Joe Biden, who pledged to restore the US immigration system during the 2020 campaign, is now considering immigration restrictions that stand to have lasting implications for migrants, a move that could backfire with his progressive base.

Streets & San Announces Second Annual Snowplow Naming Contest. You’ll Need to Dig Deep for Fresh Puns, Chicago

The submission deadline is Jan. 12. Six new names will be chosen for Chicago’s fleet of plows.

Part-Time Columbia College Faculty Announce Tentative Deal to End Record-Long Work Stoppage

College administrators and the Columbia College Faculty Union (CFAC) — which represents nearly 600 adjunct faculty members — jointly announced the tentative deal that would put an end to the record-long strike.

3.1 Magnitude Earthquake Rocks Southern Illinois, Second Tremor To Hit State in 2 Months

This latest seismic activity was centered near the small town of Waltonville (population 432), roughly 110 miles south of Springfield.

1 Person Killed by Gunfire, 17 More Injured in Weekend Shootings Across Chicago: Police

According to Chicago Police Department data, 18 total people were shot in 17 separate shooting incidents between 6 p.m. Friday and 11:59 p.m. Sunday.

Going for Baroque: Rare Neapolitan Nativity Set Marks 10 Years in Chicago

Ten years ago this month, a spectacular Nativity set called a crèche debuted at the Art Institute of Chicago. A gift from an Italian collector, the crèche was made in Naples and dates from the mid-1700s. It’s a traditional Nativity scene in a non-traditional setting.

CDC Sounds Alarm About Low Vaccination Rates Amid Rising Respiratory Virus Activity

About 7 million fewer adults have gotten their flu shot so far this season compared with the last virus season. Vaccination coverage for COVID-19 is also low, with just 17% of adults and about 8% of children getting the latest shot, according to CDC data through Dec. 2.

Week in Review: Closing Arguments in Burke Trial; Mayor Releases Public Safety Plan

Closing arguments are wrapping up in the corruption trial of former Ald. Ed Burke. And the Chicago Public School board votes on a move away from charters and selective enrollment schools.

All Migrants Now Moved Out of Chicago Police Stations, Mayor Brandon Johnson Announces

The final migrants to be moved into one of 27 city-run shelters was a group of approximately 100 people who had been living at the 12th District Police Station in Pilsen, city officials said.