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Chicago weather: Commuters bundle up as bitter cold moves in Monday

ABC Chicago 1/30 6:42A Jessica D'Onofrio

Chicago area commuters are bundling up as frigid temperatures have moved into the area.

Police warning business owners after burglaries involving U-Haul truck

CBS Chicago (News) 1/30 12:01A Elyssa Kaufman

CHICAGO (CBS)-- Police issued a warning to business owners about a burglar in a U-Haul. Police said the burglar got inside each business through the front door. In each...

Chicago Forecast Calls For Bitter Cold, Below Zero Wind Chills to Start the Week

NBC Chicago (Local) 1/29 11:46P Francie Swidler and NBC 5 Staff

First came the snow, now comes the famous Chicago cold: The forecast calls for temperatures in the low teens and wind chills below zero.

Activists coming together in Chicago area to honor Tyre Nichols

CBS Chicago (News) 1/29 11:22P Mugo Odigwe

CHICAGO (CBS)-- Organizations are honoring Tyre Nichols in the Chicago area Monday after the city of Memphis released video showing his violent January 7 police arrest. Five...

2 charged with residential burglary after deadly Kenwood high-rise fire, Chicago police say

ABC Chicago 1/29 8:34P WLS

Two men have been charged in connection to a burglary at the Kenwood high-rise that was the scene of a deadly fire last week.

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Two Chicago universities receive millions in federal funding to expand high-speed internet access

Chicago Sun-Times - Illinois Education News 1/29 5:15A Kaitlin Washburn

stock.adobe.com St. Augustine College and Dominican University received federal grants to expand access to high-speed internet on their campuses. The Connecting Minority...

Pritzker announces expansion of pre-apprenticeship program promoting diversity

Chicago Sun-Times - Illinois Education News 1/27 2:23P Tina Sfondeles

Gov. J.B. Pritzker announces a $13 million expansion of an Illinois Works program to benefit a pre-apprenticeship program on Friday. Screenshot from Illinois Department of...

PPP fraud signs: Clusters of pandemic relief loans in Chicago went to the same addresses, including...

Chicago Sun-Times - Illinois Education News 1/26 6:24P Frank Main

At least 36 people used the address of this Salvation Army center in Humboldt Park to obtain federal Paycheck Protection Program loans, claiming individual annual income of at...

Chicago State University announces committee to explore adding football program

Chicago Sun-Times - Illinois Education News 1/26 3:15P Emmanuel Camarillo

Chicago State University. Sun-Times file Chicago State University announced Thursday that an exploratory committee will study the impact of potentially adding a Division 1...

CPS warned Lightfoot aide over emails seeking student volunteers before campaign defended...

Chicago Sun-Times - Illinois Education News 1/26 11:44A Nader Issa

Mayor Lori Lightfoot speaks during a campaign stop with first lady Amy Eshleman, Ald. Michelle Harris (8th) and Ald. Derrick Curtis (18th) in June. Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times file...

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2 Chicago area women among 3 killed in shooting at Los Angeles home that also wounded 4 other...

Chicago Sun-Times (Entertainment) 1/30 12:46A Associated Press

Police investigators stand near a house where three people were killed and four others wounded in a shooing at a rental home in an upscale Los Angeles neighborhood on Saturday...

‘Pamela, A Love Story’ review: Netflix doc succeeds on the strength of Anderson’s warmth and wit

Chicago Sun-Times (Entertainment) 1/29 5:17P Richard Roeper

Pamela Anderson offers candid reflections about her tumultuous life in “Pamela, a Love Story.” Netflix “I’m not a victim. I put myself in crazy situations and survived them.”...

Jason Dickinson’s versatility displayed on Blackhawks’ first line — and in carpentry hobby

Chicago Sun-Times (Entertainment) 1/29 5:07P Ben Pope

Jason Dickinson (left) moved up to the Blackhawks’ first line during this past road trip. Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images EDMONTON, Alberta — Blackhawks center Jason Dickinson...

Jalen Hurts is going to the Super Bowl? Bears’ Justin Fields should feel free to follow him

Chicago Sun-Times (Entertainment) 1/29 3:31P Steve Greenberg

Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts runs against the 49ers in the NFC Championship Game. Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images After the Eagles drafted Jalen Hurts in the second...

Man who allegedly pointed gun at bus driver in Back of the Yards is arrested

Chicago Sun-Times (Entertainment) 1/29 2:20P Emmanuel Camarillo

Chicago police say a man pointed a gun at a CTA bus driver and then tossed the gun into a lagoon. Chicago police A man was taken into custody after he allegedly pointed a gun...

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Is tipping getting out of control?

Chicago Sun-Times - Chicago Food and Restaurants 1/28 9:44A Associated Press

Some fed-up consumers are posting rants on social media complaining about tip requests at drive-thrus, while others say they’re tired of being asked to leave a gratuity for a...

Oreo-stuffed Oreos promise more of, well, Oreos

Chicago Sun-Times - Chicago Food and Restaurants 1/26 1:05P Mike Snider | USA Today

The Most OREO OREO Cookie features more creme filling and ground Oreo cookies mixed in. Mondelez International We’ve enjoyed rainbow-filled Oreos, latte-flavored Oreos,...

Chipotle looks to hire 15,000 amid continuing labor shortage

Chicago Sun-Times - Chicago Food and Restaurants 1/26 12:04P Dee-Ann Durbin | AP Business Wri

Chipotle’s hiring campaign will feature employees talking about their career progression in the company in an effort to hire and retain new workers. AP Photos Restaurants are...

Fireball maker accused of false advertising over sales of mini bottles sold sans whisky

Chicago Sun-Times - Chicago Food and Restaurants 1/26 11:00A Emmanuel Camarillo

Miniature bottles of Fireball Cinnamon are the focus of a lawsuit filed in Illinois alleging misleading advertising. U.S. District Court of the Northern District of Illinois A...

Transport to the Warmth of the Greek Isles with Weekend Brunch at Nisos Mediterranean

Chicago Food Magazine 1/26 3:05A Emily Larsen

As if any of us need a delicious excuse to get out of the house this winter, Nisos Mediterranean in the bustling West Loop launched their weekend brunch menu in early December. Upon entering, guests...

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My 5 Favorite Pairs of Jeans

Sequins and Stripes 1/27 9:21A Liz

Today I m sharing 5 of my favorite pairs of jeans and clearly I have a type here. Relaxed, straight leg, lighter wash and slightly cropped at the ankle. I am 5 4 with muscular legs and feel like I ve...

Our Primary Bathroom Renovation

Sequins and Stripes 1/24 3:31A Liz

I am so excited to share our primary bathroom renovation that we completed at the end of last year! This project was actually a much larger project than just our primary bath. We took the footprint of...

New Items to Love from Shopbop

Sequins and Stripes 1/22 8:40P Liz

Shop this image: No. 1 Mini Faye Dress // No. 2 Claw Clip Set // No. 3 Broderie V-Neck Shirt // No. 4 Checker Knit Beanie // No. 5 Crystal Knot Sandals // No. 6 Time Gone By Mini Dress // No. 7 Bezel...

Our Family Vacation to Harbour Island

Sequins and Stripes 1/20 7:14A Liz

We just got home from a little family vacation to Harbour Island and I m so excited to share the details with you! This was actually only our second time to the island and if I m completely honest,...

Tech Backgrounds for 2023

Sequins and Stripes 1/19 3:49A Liz

Download this desktop background here Officially more than halfway through January — how are we feeling about 2023 so far?! I love the idea of a fresh start, but I also love the feeling of taking...

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Blackhawks Send Jaxson Stauber to Rockford as Bye Week Starts

NBC Chicago (Sports) 1/29 8:23A James Neveau

With the Chicago Blackhawks entering their bye week, they have sent three prospects to the Rockford IceHogs, including goaltender Jaxson Stauber.

High school basketball: Michael O’Brien’s Super 25 rankings for Jan. 29, 2023

Chicago Sun-Times - Chicago High School Sports 1/29 8:11A Michael O'Brien

Simeon’s Miles Ruben dunks against Pontiac. Allen Cunningham/For the Sun-Times Simeon remains on top. That is a bit of a surprise based on what I was thinking last night, but...

DeRozan, LaVine lead Bulls to 128-109 win over Magic

CBS Chicago (Sports) 1/28 7:10P The Associated Press

ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) DeMar DeRozan and Zach LaVine each scored 32 points, Nikola Vucevic added 26 points and 13 rebounds and the Chicago Bulls turned back a late rally and beat...

High school basketball: Breakout junior Cam Cerese leads Lake Park past Fenton

Chicago Sun-Times - Chicago High School Sports 1/28 2:10P Michael O'Brien

Lake Park’s Camden Cerese (1) works his way trough the Fenton defenders. Allen Cunningham/For the Sun-Times Give Lake Park coach Billy Pitcher credit for honesty. His first...

Candace Parker leaving Chicago Sky, signing with Las Vegas Aces

CBS Chicago (Sports) 1/28 11:48A The Associated Press

LAS VEGAS (AP) Former MVP Candace Parker announced on social media Saturday that she would sign with the defending champion Las Vegas Aces. Parker spent the past two seasons...

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10 Tips First-Time Apartment Renters Can’t Afford to Overlook

realtor.com® Real Estate News 1/30 12:00A Alondra Segoviano

Getty Images Renting your first apartment is a huge milestone—an exciting time to celebrate, for sure. But as a first-time renter, finding the perfect rental for your circumstances can be an ordeal....

The Cities Where You’ll Save Money Renting in 2023—and the Ones Where Buying a Home Is Cheaper

realtor.com® Real Estate News 1/29 11:00P Evan Wyloge

Photo-Illustration by Realtor.com; Photos: Getty Images (5) Homeownership has long embodied the American dream. But for many, it isn’t the most affordable option these days. Or the one that ultimately...

5 Playful Upgrades To Brighten Your Humdrum Dining Room

realtor.com® Real Estate News 1/27 5:11P Larissa Runkle

Photos by @charleygreyantiques / @houseonthecorner_16 / @_colorfulhome_ via Instagram If your dining room decor is looking as drab as a January day— we feel you. If you live in an open-concept home ,...

Blast Off! Spaceship-Themed Pittsburgh Home Launches Onto the Market for $199K

realtor.com® Real Estate News 1/27 3:44P Kellie Speed

Realtor.com An eclectic Pittsburgh home has landed on the market again, and its wild design has already caused quite the social-media buzz. At first glance, the 1,475-square-foot brick home looks...

Live the Luxe Life for Less: 5 Mansions for Under a Million Bucks

realtor.com® Real Estate News 1/27 8:54A Lisa Johnson Mandell

Realtor.com What constitutes a mansion , anyway? Is it square footage? Price? Luxury facilities? All three put together in some sort of swanky combo? For our purposes, size matters. We found five...

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