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Chicago World Music Festival: Around the World in 13 Days
If music is one of the best ways to get a taste of another culture, Chicago is in for a feast starting Friday. We get a preview.
The Week in Review: Finally, a School Funding Compromise
Springfield finally passes a school funding bill. More taxes for Chicago schools. City Council cracks down on Uber and Lift. And the Bears get ready for regular season opener.
‘Left Boob Gone Rogue’ an Insightful, Humorous Blog About Breast Cancer
Meet the Chicago physician who writes about her personal experiences dealing with breast cancer.
Mike North Announces Major Career Move
Mike North is leaving sports broadcasting and will live part-time in Las Vegas, with plans to be a pitchman for a product called Light Keeper Pro.
Dick Gregory, Comedian and Activist, Dies at 84
The comedian and civil rights activist died on Saturday. He was 84.
Solar Eclipse 2017: Live Coverage
Videos of the eclipse from Chicago’s Adler Planetarium and multiple spots across the U.S. from NASA, plus safety tips, Chicago watch parties and more.
Solar Eclipse 2017: Share Your Photos With Us
What did you see during the historic event? Add your images to our stellar online gallery.
Viewer Feedback: ‘Rauner And Madigan Are Both Total Failures’
Viewers sound off on Amanda Vinicky’s interview Monday with Gov. Bruce Rauner.
Cook County Jail is Giving At-Risk Inmates Narcan Upon Their Release
Inmates at risk of substance abuse are given an overdose-reversing drug as they leave detention.
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Chicago Hotel Workers Continue Strike Monday as They Seek New Contract
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