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Crain’s Headlines: Former McDonald’s CEO Takes Another Hit
McDonald’s files a lawsuit against its former CEO, who was ousted last fall. That story and more with Crain’s Chicago Business Editor Ann Dwyer.
Crain’s Headlines: Citibank to Replace Gresham Branch in New Location
A bank franchise reassesses one of its locations on Chicago’s Far South Side. That story and more with Crain’s Chicago Business Editor Ann Dwyer.
1,541 New COVID-19 Cases in Illinois, 1 Additional Death
Sunday marks the fifth consecutive day in which the state saw an increase of more than 1,000 new cases. So far, more than 28,000 people in Illinois have been diagnosed with COVID-19 in July.
WTTW News Seeking Freelance Reporters for Weekend Coverage
Interested in contributing to WTTW News? We are seeking experienced, motivated news reporters for weekend coverage of Chicago news and events. Learn more.
954 New COVID-19 Cases as Illinois Tests Nearly 39K in Single Day
New statewide totals: 153,916 cases, 7,187 deaths
As Illinois nears the 2 million mark in total COVID-19 tests conducted since the start of the pandemic, health officials reported an additional 954 cases of the virus on Sunday — and a record number of specimens tested in a single day.
Celebrities, Artists Perform ‘Sweet Home Chicago’ to Raise Funds for Illinois Artists
More than 100 Chicago artists and stars who got their start in the Windy City perform the blues anthem, “Sweet Home Chicago.”
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