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As someone deeply committed to public safety, civil rights, and the protection of vulnerable communities, I believe Mayor Mike Johnston made the right decision on Denver’s license plate recognition (LPR) cameras. Instead of shutting down a system that has repeatedly …

The Bears’ road to a playoff spot is getting rockier each week, and their next stop is a visit to the defending champion Eagles on Friday. There will be no letup over the final six games, especially when it comes …

A 15-year-old girl was sexually assaulted at gunpoint while her friend was held at knifepoint Friday night in Ravenswood Manor, Chicago police said. The two girls, both 15, were walking in the North Side neighborhood about 9:20 p.m. when they …

BUTNER, N.C. — H. Rap Brown, one of the most vocal leaders of the Black Power movement, has died in a prison hospital while serving a life sentence for the killing of a Georgia sheriff’s deputy. He was 82. Brown …

WASHINGTON — A federal judge on Monday dismissed the criminal cases against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James, concluding that the prosecutor who brought the charges at President Donald Trump’s urging was illegally appointed …

When the Smashing Pumpkins released “Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness” in 1995, it was doubtful that its fans — some 10 million, according to copies sold — could ever have imagined the songs featured in Chicago’s Civic Opera Building. …

Blackhawks prospect Mason West wanted to cap his football career by winning a championship with his childhood friends before permanently switching over to hockey. And win a championship he did. When West, the 29th overall pick in the 2025 NHL …

Chicagoans are likely grabbing gloves, hats and lip balm as winter takes root in Chicago. But you may want to add hand sanitizer, a mask and vitamin C to your list of essentials as health officials are expecting flu season …

The term tipping point provides a useful way of thinking about that theoretical juncture along any path when the possible becomes the inevitable. We often use the term in connection with climate change: The tipping point is the moment when …

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CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Katie Cassidy, 39; Jerry Ferrara, 46; Christina Applegate, 54; Bruno Tonioli, 70. Happy Birthday: Let your vision lead the way. Turn your dreams into reality, follow your heart, invest in yourself and your future, and …

Dear Eric: My goddaughter is getting married in December. Her parents have experienced crushing financial loss through no fault of their own. I told my goddaughter I would contribute $500 to the wedding dress. Related Articles Asking Eric: How do …

DEAR HARRIETTE: My friend “Janice” is mad at me. Related Articles Harriette Cole: I just want them to admit the truth about my childhood Harriette Cole: We broke up, but his mom won’t let me go Harriette Cole: My friend …

DEAR MISS MANNERS: My 30-year-old cousin is getting married, and my relatives believe she is doing everything wrong. Related Articles Miss Manners: I want to sit with the fun kids but not hurt my boring friend’s feelings Miss Manners: She’s …

(Hublot) Hublot is redefining the iced-out timepiece with a winterized version of its Big Bang Unico. Featuring a 42mm case crafted entirely from transparent sapphire, the limited-edition luxury watch is like an ice sculpture for the wrist that won’t melt …

The term tipping point provides a useful way of thinking about that theoretical juncture along any path when the possible becomes the inevitable. We often use the term in connection with climate change: The tipping point is the moment when …

CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Katie Cassidy, 39; Jerry Ferrara, 46; Christina Applegate, 54; Bruno Tonioli, 70. Happy Birthday: Let your vision lead the way. Turn your dreams into reality, follow your heart, invest in yourself and your future, and …

Dear Eric: My goddaughter is getting married in December. Her parents have experienced crushing financial loss through no fault of their own. I told my goddaughter I would contribute $500 to the wedding dress. Related Articles Asking Eric: I know …

(Karwai Tang/WireImage) Tate McRae is sticking it to the man who “had it and lost it” in her music video for “Nobody’s Girl.” The low-fi video features multiple angel-winged McRaes singing as they gaze into the camera, along with a …

On your marks, get set, shop. While the usual suspects abound as far as the best Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals are concerned, a vast array of stylish newcomers, high-end audio brands, luxe retailers, custom furniture producers and all-American …