In what could be a crushing blow to one of Chicago’s most significant corruption prosecutions in recent memory, a federal appeals court ordered the release from prison Tuesday of former ComEd CEO Anne Pramaggiore and longtime lobbyist Michael McClain while …
Ex-ComEd CEO, Madigan ally to be freed from prison as appeals court calls for new trial in conspiracy case Read MoreBy MATTHEW DALY WASHINGTON (AP) — Energy Secretary Chris Wright raised eyebrows Tuesday after saying the country “looks like we’re going in the wrong direction” in remarks hailing a new natural gas pipeline project. Related Articles Republicans are moving to …
In apparent flub, Energy Secretary Wright says US heading ‘in the wrong direction’ Read MoreAbout 480 ducks from an animal sanctuary in Riverside County were surrendered to the Riverside County Department of Animal Services on Tuesday, April 14. The fowl will be available for adoption to the public and rescue groups at 11 a.m. …
Nearly 500 ducks removed from Riverside County animal sanctuary seeking new homes Read MoreWhen presenting his preliminary budget of about $49 billion to his bosses, the L.A. County Board of Supervisors, Acting Chief Executive Officer Joseph Nicchitta likened it to a ship’s captain battening down the hatches before an approaching storm. “I would …
LA County supervisors digest new budget, brace for future federal healthcare cuts to land Read MoreA 28-year-old Rancho Cucamonga resident who authorities now say set 12 fires in the Ontario Mills mall on Friday was charged this week with 16 felony counts. Luis Javier Gallegos Jr. is accused of setting the fires in five stores: …
Arson defendant set 12 fires at 5 stores in Ontario Mills mall before his arrest, DA says Read MoreThe SoCal Indie Bestsellers List for the sales week ended April 12 is based on reporting from the independent booksellers of Southern California, the California Independent Booksellers Alliance and IndieBound. For an independent bookstore near you, visit IndieBound.org. HARDCOVER FICTION 1. The Correspondent: Virginia …
This week’s bestsellers at Southern California’s independent bookstores Read MoreOlympic legend and UCLA alum Jackie Joyner-Kersee will return to campus to deliver the keynote address at the university’s 2026 commencement ceremonies, the university announced on Tuesday. Joyner-Kersee, a six-time Olympic medalist, will speak to graduates June 12 at Pauley …
Jackie Joyner-Kersee to deliver UCLA commencement address Read MoreThierry Henry has urged Arsenal to ‘make a statement’ against Man City this weekend (CBS Sports) Thierry Henry believes Arsenal could face trouble in their Champions League quarter-final if Sporting CP use similar tactics to Bournemouth. Arsenal have a 1-0 …
Thierry Henry highlights Arsenal weakness ahead of Champions League game vs Sporting Read MoreSandra Bullock is proving sheâs just like everyone else, jumping on Instagram and instantly having fun, playfully trolling her friends. The “Practical Magic” star officially joined Instagram, and her first moments online are already winning over fans. After years of …
Sandra Bullock Joins Instagram with the Help of Funny Pal Jennifer Aniston Read MoreLike a little touch of âPractical Magicâ brought to life, Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock turned heads at CinemaCon 2026, stepping out together in a rare red carpet appearance that felt both glamorous and deeply nostalgic. Nicole Kidman & Sandra …
Nicole Kidman & Sandra Bullock Share a Heartwarming ‘Practical Magic’ Reunion on Red Carpet: PHOTOS Read MoreAre you still playing Marathon? (Sony Interactive Entertainment) The Wednesday letters page tries to calculate how quickly GTA 6 will turn a profit, as a reader predicts there’ll be no such thing as PS6 exclusives. Games Inbox is a collection …
Games Inbox: What is the best multiplayer video game in 2026? Read MoreFor years now, King Charles and the wider Windsor clan have been trying to run various “poor Prince Andrew” narratives. Every story about how Charles and Camilla feel regarding Andrew is inevitably loaded down with sympathy and reminders of how …
The Windsors think people want Prince Andrew ‘on the dole & living in a council estate’ Read MoreDonald Trump posted the above AI image on his Truth Social page on Sunday. Instead of unpacking why this is absolutely the eleventy billionth reason for impeachment, just let the sacrilege wash over you. Trump-as-MAGA-Jesus, with Lady Liberty being consumed …
Donald Trump claims his bonkers MAGA-Jesus portrait was just him ‘as a doctor’ Read MoreI give up – I’m finally learning what a Clavicular is. He’s a 20-year-old “influencer” who is part of the fragile-masculinity community online. He likes to be called Clav, so that’s what I’ll call him. Clav is somewhat famous for …
Influencer Clavicular walked out of an interview after being asked about incels Read MoreJacob Elordi & Kendall Jenner possibly hooked up at Coachella?? It actually makes sense though – she’s absolutely his type. [LaineyGossip] In praise of Harrison Ford’s grumpy-old-man era. [Pajiba] The Pride flag has returned to Stonewall. [Jezebel] Donald Trump DoorDashed …
“Kendall Jenner & Jacob Elordi possibly hooked up at Coachella” links Read MoreGood morning, Chicago. ✶ 🔎 Below: Backlash is building against President Donald Trump for bashing Pope Leo XIV and posting an AI image of himself as Jesus. “[Trump’s] waking up a sleeping giant,” one local Catholic leader told the Sun-Times. 🗞️ …
Prez vs. Pope Read MoreChicago police say a report that a little girl had been found wandering alone on a West Side street Monday was false. Police initially said the girl, believed to be between 2 to 3 years old, was initially reported to …
Police say report of child left alone on Garfield Park street was unfounded Read MoreNEW YORK — A night after the Angels blew a ninth-inning lead in a crushing loss, they got some good news on a pitcher who figures to be a key piece of their bullpen. Right-hander Ben Joyce faced hitters in …
Ben Joyce takes a step toward a return to Angels’ bullpen Read MoreBy MARY CLARE JALONICK WASHINGTON (AP) — Republicans in Congress are forging ahead with a risky go-it-alone strategy for fully funding the Department of Homeland Security, which has been shut down for almost two months as Democrats demand changes to …
Republicans are moving to fund Homeland Security ‘the hard way’ after end of talks Read MoreBy plan or happenstance, we are all creatures of habit. My breakfast/brunch habit used to be eggs Benedict. It was my dish of choice simply because I like the sloppy elegance of poached eggs topped with a very uptown slathering …
4 tasty places for avocado toast in the San Fernando Valley Read More