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Bears coach Ben Johnson’s bye-week evaluation of his offense produced more negative reviews than positive ones. “The running game’s struggling,” he said. “The play-action game’s not quite where it needs to be off of that. That’s where you get a …

Broadview Mayor Katrina Thompson signed an executive order Monday setting designated protest times outside a federal facility used to process detained immigrants in the west suburb. The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement processing center at 1930 Beach Street has become …

Un video de la cámara corporal de un agente de la Patrulla Fronteriza involucrado en el tiroteo de una mujer que supuestamente perseguía a los agentes en Brighton Park durante el fin de semana muestra a un oficial diciendo: “Haz …

WBEZ and The Chicago Sun-Times are answering your questions about immigration operations and National Guard deployments to the Chicago area. President Donald Trump has activated the Illinois and Texas National Guards to deploy to the Chicago area. The administration says …

President Donald Trump’s decision to deploy the National Guard isn’t the only political storm engulfing Mayor Brandon Johnson — the mayor also faces a financial crisis that is likely to define the success of his first term and his reelection …

The 47th Bank of America Chicago Marathon kicks off Sunday with a record 53,000 plus runners headed to the starting line in Grant Park, a favorable weather forecast of mostly clear skies with temperatures peaking in the early 70s — …

The Bears are the rare team with two placekickers in their building. Monday night, they might have to use their backup one. Cairo Santos went 4-for-4 in the Bears’ win against the Raiders a week ago but felt a sharp …

Clinée Hedspeth, Chicago’s cultural commissioner and an ardent ally of Mayor Brandon Johnson, has resigned from her post at the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events. Richard Logan, a co-chair of the department’s Cultural Advisory Council, announced Hedspeth’s resignation …

After weeks of threats from President Donald Trump to deploy military troops into Illinois over the vehement objections of Gov. JB Pritzker and other Democratic leaders, Texas National Guard members arrived early Tuesday at a southwest suburban military training site …

Back paychecks totaling $185 million could soon be in the mail to Chicago’s 4,800 firefighters and paramedics who have been waiting four years for a new contract — and the pay raise the comes with it. The City Council’s Committee …

Sunday Apples and pork are perfect for a fall family dinner, so enjoy Autumn Glazed Pork Chops. Autumn Glazed Pork Chops Ingredients2 teaspoons canola oil6 (3/4-inch-thick) boneless pork loin chopsPepper1/3 cup apple cider or juice2/3 cup whole-berry cranberry sauce2 tablespoons …

The last thing the Bears want to discuss these days is their epic loss to the Commanders nearly a year ago. Head coach Ben Johnson dismissed the subject Tuesday by saying, ‘‘We’re a new team,’’ and cornerback Tyrique Stevenson, who …

Staffers for state utility regulators recommended this week that Nicor’s record-breaking $314 million rate hike request should be slashed by nearly $110 million for the suburban natural gas company. Consumer advocates welcomed the cuts but urged the Illinois Commerce Commission …

Former U.S. Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr. will officially launch his campaign for the 2nd Congressional District Wednesday to honor his father’s 84th birthday. In a video, Jackson Jr. says he chose the date to honor “a man who inspired my …

You can’t knock a complete meal prepared on a baking tray, ready to eat straight from the oven with few, if any, pots or pans to wash up. It’s no wonder that sheet pan dinners are touted for their convenience. …

If you’re looking for a warm and cozy fall meal, try this simple dish. A bowl of garlicky clams, steamed in wine and swimming in their buttery juices, is not only easy to make, but it will warm you as …

There’s a dizzying contrast between the drama of the moment, with the Cubs teetering on the brink of elimination, and the players determined to steady the ship. ‘‘At the end of the day, we just need to win a game,’’ …

CLEVELAND — It’s not an ideal situation for the Bulls, especially with how much the front office thinks is at stake for the development of the roster this season, but it’s the hand they’ve been dealt. Starting guard Coby White …

This wasn’t the playoff experience Cubs rookie right-hander Cade Horton had imagined down the stretch, when he accepted a pitch limit with the belief that it would set him up for a deep playoff run. He couldn’t have predicted then …

Planes flying into O’Hare Airport saw average delays of 40 minutes Tuesday as the airport grapples with the federal government shutdown, which stretched into its second week. The delays apply to all flights into O’Hare from the contiguous U.S. and …