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Fourth time’s the charm? Businessman Willie Wilson is officially in for the 2027 mayoral race, he confirmed on Wednesday.

Businessman Willie Wilson says he is making fourth mayoral run

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Commentary: Chicago’s next mayor can lead the way: Draft the AI playbook every city in the country will copy and transform how local government delivers for residents.

Tom Dowling: AI can transform Chicago’s 311 system from a ‘black hole’ into something that actually works

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Ann Sather will move into the former Stella’s Diner location, while Wishbone also announced that it will permanently close soon.

Restaurant news: Wishbone to close — and Ann Sather to move into former Stella’s Diner space

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Chicago Bears defensive back Cam Lewis will be asked to step up with starting safety Coby Bryant sidelined by a knee injury — but he’s not the only one.

In Coby Bryant’s absence, Chicago Bears coaches want to see ‘11 frickin’ dudes … competing their ass off’

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Extreme heat disrupts flights and travel plans. On the hottest days, thinner air can make it harder for aircraft to get off the ground safely.

Rising temperatures could keep more flights from taking off on time

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The Chicago Cubs weren’t messing around at the trade deadline.

4 takeaways from the Chicago Cubs’ trade deadline moves, including Ryan Zeferjahn’s velocity — and whiffs

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The Chicago White Sox welcomed newly acquired players Luis Castillo, Brenton Doyle, Joey Bart and Huascar Brazobán. “Certainly excited about each one,” manager Will Venable said.

How Chicago White Sox will use newly acquired Joey Bart, Luis Castillo, Brenton Doyle and Huascar Brazobán

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“I just really want to tell you this one thing” is the misleading title of his exhibition. Alberto Aguilar has a lot to say about games and rules and translation and collaboration and signs, much of it delightful.

Review: Alberto Aguilar has a lot to say and he is saying it at the Cultural Center

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Nicknamed “The Bud,” the parade has been a back-to-school celebration and showcase for Chicago’s talented young people since 1929.

Bud Billiken Parade 2026: Route, start time and a look back at 97 years of Chicago’s back-to-school tradition

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In Illinois, the implications threaten not only individual households but also the viability of the Chicago area’s independent authorized SNAP retailers.

Chicago grocers are severely affected by reductions to SNAP: ‘We need to bail out this industry’

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She was a woman former Tribune critic Howard Reich called “the first lady of Chicago jazz,” and for decades Geraldine de Haas delighted in that role. She earned it too, through stunning performances and as a passionate promoter and producer of jazz programs.

The ‘first lady of Chicago jazz,’ Geraldine de Haas dies at 91

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A look at the history of the “Ann Landers” and “Dear Abby,” two popular advice columns run by twin sisters.

Column: After ‘Dear Abby’s’ retirement, where are all the people getting their advice?

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The latest Chicago Media Report tackles ABC’s call to action over the FCC’s early license review, plans by CHSN to simulcast the City Series rematch, and more.

Chicago Media Report: Viewers petition FCC to support ABC 7 — and WCIU-TV to air complete City Series rematch

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On this day in 1966: During a march in Marquette Park to protest racial inequality in housing, Martin Luther King Jr. was struck by a rock.

Today in Chicago History: Rev. Martin Luther King felled by rock during Marquette Park protest

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Dear Eric: My married ex-boyfriend from more than 15 years ago is still in love with me. Through the grapevine, I have heard he still talks about me and even tries to bump into me in public. He is always asking about my whereabouts.

Asking Eric: Love or stalking?

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