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Trump Family Deal Spree Could Open Door for Future Presidents to Profit From Office

The Trump family real estate business is undergoing the fastest overseas expansion since its founding a century ago, each deal potentially shaping everything from tariffs to military aid.

Already Under Financial Pressure, Midwest Soybean Farmers Squeezed Further by Tariffs, Iran War

The high cost of fuel, equipment, and fertilizer — compounded by the Iran war — and also tariffs, perceived “price gouging” by suppliers, and low soybean prices driven by a global supply glut.

Pope Leo Says He Does Not Fear Trump, Citing Gospel as He Pushes Back in Feud Over Iran War

U.S.-born Pope Leo XIV pushed back Monday on President Donald Trump’s broadside against him over the U.S.-Israel war in Iran.

Chicago Spent $58.8M on Police Overtime in 3 Months, 3% Less Than Last Year: Watchdog

CPD’s 2026 budget is $2.1 billion, including $200 million for overtime, records show.

Artemis II’s Record-Breaking Journey Around the Moon Ends With Dramatic Splashdown

It was a triumphant homecoming for the crew of four whose record-breaking lunar flyby revealed not only swaths of the moon’s far side — never seen before by human eyes — but a total solar eclipse.

Week in Review: Calls to Invoke 25th Amendment; Big Moves in Chicago Basketball

Illinois Democrats call for removing the president from office after he threatens to wipe out Iran. And planned May Day demonstrations have the Chicago Teachers Union and new CPS CEO at odds.

Wit, Deception and a Modern Spin: ‘The Merry Wives of Windsor’ Reimagined on a Chicago Stage

The 400-year-old comedy “The Merry Wives of Windsor” is now playing at Chicago Shakespeare Theater with a modern spin.

Make Spring Cleaning More Sustainable, Take Cast-Offs to a Cook County Trash Bash

Cook County’s Trash Bash series offers people a one-stop shop to unload items for donation or recycling.

Chicago Man Charged After Allegedly Threatening Donald Trump, Secret Service Agent

Federal prosecutors in Chicago charged Michael Kovco, 29, with transmitting a threat in interstate commerce. He was arrested last week and is scheduled to appear in court for a hearing Friday.

A President and a Pope: The World’s Most Influential Americans at Odds Over Iran

Never before has the relationship between Washington and the Vatican revolved around two Americans — specifically, a 79-year-old politician from Queens and a 70-year-old pontiff from Chicago.

Candy Hall of Fame Building a Sweet New Home on Chicago’s Mag Mile

Something sweet is coming to Chicago in 2027: the Candy Hall of Fame Experience.

Cherry Trees in Jackson Park Beginning ‘Magical’ Bloom

Jackson Park’s cherry trees are beginning to blossom, a South Side rite of spring that’s as bewitching as it is unpredictable.

Vote Set on Push to Rid CPD of Officers With Ties to Extremist Groups

The proposal, authored by Ald. Matt Martin (47th Ward), would give the Civilian Office of Police Accountability the authority to probe officers accused of “actively participating” in extremist and anti-government groups like the Proud Boys and Oath Keepers.

Coach House Ordinance Aimed at Housing Affordability Crisis Takes Effect in Chicago

An ordinance allowing 34 of Chicago’s 50 wards to build additional dwelling units, or ADUs, took effect April 1. The ordinance permits Chicagoans to build small homes in their backyards, basements and attics and rent them out.

Congressional Candidate Daniel Biss on Primary Win, State of the Democratic Party

After last month’s win in the Democratic primary, congressional candidate and Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss is gearing up for the Nov. 3 general election, where he will face Republican John Elleson and independent Delila Barrera.