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The Trump administration’s recent executive actions, along with proposed cuts to vital health and social service programs, pose an existential threat to our nation’s human service infrastructure — a threat Illinois knows all too well. During our state’s budget impasse, …

Notes come from around Chicago outdoors and beyond. WILD OF THE WEEK George Matysiewicz photographed this aged morel mushroom in May, noting, “Found at the back of the eighth hole tee box at Burnham Woods Golf Course. Not a good …

RALEIGH, N.C. — Seth Jones wanted a trade away from the Blackhawks this season, and with a degree of bluntness and forcefulness rarely seen in the NHL, he got what he wanted. Less than four months later, he now has …

When the Intuit Art Museum announced its reopening Friday following an $11.5 million renovation and expansion, an immediate question arose: Would the institution still have the rough, unpretentious feel that gave it character and made it seem comfortable and welcoming? …

A man was shot and killed during an argument in Humboldt Park early Saturday, police said. The man was in his vehicle arguing with another man in a separate car around 2:45 a.m. in the 1700 block of North Spaulding …

This week’s top photo comes from visual journalist and assistant photo editor Pat Nabong. Follow her on Instagram. What makes this photo great? The Field Museum’s Sue the T. rex, a 67-million-year-old fossil of a Tyrannosaurus rex, has drawn thousands …

Delinda Phillips has cared for seniors in some capacity since she was a child, tagging along with her mother, who worked as a home healthcare worker. Phillips, 55, of Chicago, has been in the healthcare industry for the past 26 …

CINCINNATI – Cubs reliever Julian Merryweather never quite got out of his May funk, and the team designated him for assignment on Saturday. In a corresponding move, they selected right-hander Brooks Kriske from Triple-A.. “Unfortunately, Julian was just struggling a …

Jose Montoya and Brian Morales made the six-hour drive to Chicago from Columbus, Ohio, this week to attend Sueños Music Festival in Grant Park as they have every year since the event launched in 2022. The couple generally come with …

Se pronosticó un clima soleado para el Festival de Música Sueños este fin de semana del Día de los Caídos. Aunque la noche del sábado será fresca en Grant Park, con temperaturas alrededor de los 50 grados a lo largo …

CINCINNATI – Cubs catcher Miguel Amaya described the throw to second base as “normal.” The pitch was high and inside, with Reds batter Austin Hays spinning out of the way. But Amaya still had room to maneuver into position and …

A driver was injured and several homes were damaged after an explosion on a flatbed truck Saturday morning in Addison, police said. A propane tank on the truck leaked into the vehicle, causing an explosion about 8:40 a.m., Addison police …

On Saturday, Chinthana Wimalasuriya took a few tentative steps into the water at North Avenue Beach and immediately turned back around. A short time later, the 29-year-old Carbondale resident steeled himself and waded deeper into the water for a few …

The White Sox were without their scheduled starting pitcher Saturday after right-hander Jonathan Cannon was scratched with tightness in his lower back. His status is day-to-day. ‘‘I kind of feel like an old man right now,’’ Cannon joked. ‘‘Obviously, this …

Just when White Sox infielder Miguel Vargas was earning plaudits for his work at third base, a new challenge arose. The Sox’ decision Friday to send first basemen Andrew Vaughn and Tim Elko down to Triple-A Charlotte meant an open …

A large snapping turtle resembling Chonkosaurus was spotted Saturday basking on a chain in the Chicago River. Could it be the same Chonkosaurus, the giant turtle that captured the city’s heart two summers ago? Or possibly some kind of shell …

It was partly sunny skies with a touch of chilly air as Sueños Music Festival kicked off Saturday in Grant Park. The weather didn’t discourage fans on Day 1 of the two-day music event from sporting typical festival garb — …

ANAHEIM — With Mike Trout’s return to the Angels lineup seemingly near, the next question will be whether he’s the right fielder or the DH. That’s a question that Ron Washington isn’t prepared to answer yet. “Once Mike is back, …

El Camino Real defeats Venice in the CIF L.A. City Section Open Division championship game at Dodger Stadium May 24, 2025.(Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer) El Camino Real defeats Venice in the CIF L.A. City Section Open Division championship …