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Six people in Cook County have died from heat-related causes in July so far, marking the deadliest stretch of extreme hot-weather deaths since at least 2015. Victor Ferguson, 48, is the latest person identified who died in the heat wave …

Newly re-signed Blackhawks star Connor Bedard spent much of his meeting Monday with reporters raving about the team’s camaraderie and offseason additions. But there is one more addition potentially coming: Patrick Kane, whom Chris Chelios said last week is deciding …

The Cubs’ game Monday night against the Tigers at Wrigley Field will be delayed because of weather in the area. First pitch was scheduled for 7:05 p.m. Jameson Taillon is set to make his first start since June 7, when …

Four beluga whales from a shuttered aquatic park in Niagara Falls, Canada, were on their way to Shedd Aquarium Monday as part of an “unprecedented rescue effort,” according to Canadian media. Two more whales were headed to SeaWorld in San …

Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman finally might have unlocked something in his swing. Just as when teammate Dansby Swanson broke through ‘‘the dam’’ last month that had been keeping his hitting at bay, Bregman appears to have found ‘‘the feels’’ …

When right-hander Jameson Taillon went on the injured list June 8 with a strained left hamstring, he was leading the major leagues in home runs allowed with 20. Thanks to being away for six weeks, Taillon isn’t leading the majors …

ARLINGTON, Texas — Colson Montgomery didn’t need another chip on his shoulder, but he’ll take it. The White Sox’ lanky shortstop has heard his whole career that he’s too big to stick at his position, that his hefty strikeout rate …

ARLINGTON, Texas — Kyle Teel had to be helped off the field after suffering a left ankle injury in the White Sox’ series-opening victory Monday at Texas, likely sending the prized catcher back to the injured list less than a …

Moon alert Avoid shopping (except food and gas) and important decisions from 5:30 to 9 a.m. Chicago time. After that, the moon moves from Libra into Scorpio. Aries (March 21-April 19) A positive day Financial speculation might be rewarding today. …

Months after the storied wrestling venue stopped hosting matches, the Berwyn Eagles Club has a new owner. The property at 6309 W. 26th St. in Berwyn has been sold to the neighboring Berwyn Auto Spa, confirmed owner José Tejada. The …

DEAR ABBY: Our nephew “Conrad” is engaged to be married soon. For several reasons, we are unable to attend the wedding. Under normal circumstances, I wouldn’t hesitate to send a generous gift as I have for our other nieces and …

Good morning, Chicago. ✶ 🔎 Below: There are already more deaths in July with ties to heat-related causes than any month since at least 2015. 🗞️ Plus: How schools are coping with a rise in special education needs and costs, one man’s …

A Chicago police officer’s weapon discharged during an attempt to arrest a suspect accused of being in possession of a stolen vehicle early Tuesday in North Lawndale. Around 3:40 a.m., Ogden Police District officers in the 1600 block of South …

Un sospechoso fue arrestado el lunes después de que supuestamente le disparara a un oficial de la Policía de Chicago y a otra persona durante una situación de atrincheramiento en Albany Park, en el lado noroeste de la ciudad. La …

ARLINGTON, Texas — The White Sox entered the year with perhaps the most promising duo of young catchers in baseball. But in a season full of positive surprises, the Sox are dealing with another tough one as Kyle Teel’s latest …

Rick Ross, the self-proclaimed B.O.A.T. (biggest of all time), sailed into Chicago last week as part of his Port of Miami 20th Anniversary Black-Tie Experience tour, featuring Chicago rapper Twista as special guest. The Friday performance at Chicago Theatre coincided …

The air quality in Chicago has improved after days of unhealthy conditions due to smoke from Canadian wildfires — but the area isn’t entirely out of the woods. As nearly 900 wildfires continue to burn throughout Canada, experts say the …

Four beluga whales plucked from a shuttered Canadian marine park arrived at Shedd Aquarium early Tuesday, as part of an “urgent” rescue mission. Shedd officials have said that as many as 10 belugas may be coming to Chicago in the …

The Sky don’t have an All-Star in 2026, but plenty of players they could have drafted or failed to keep will be in Chicago for the game. So here’s a rundown of their biggest All-Star whiffs, ranked not by the …

Two independent candidates vying for U.S. Rep. Jesus “Chuy” García’s Congressional seat will not appear on the November ballot after the Illinois State Board of Elections on Tuesday ruled that both did not submit the minimum number of 10,816 valid …