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Residents fume as owner of Michael Jordan’s old Chicago home plans to turn it into a museum

Some residents were fearful of the crowds that the proposed museum might bring to their neighborhood

The Independent UK

‘You don’t have to do it alone’: how US cities are helping each other resist ICE

From LA to Charlotte, organizers are learning from others’ strategies to protect residents amid federal crackdowns

The Guardian - US

What it was really like to live in the Home Alone house

IN FOCUS: 671 Lincoln Avenue in the Chicago suburb of Winnetka is central to the beloved Christmas movie. Former owner John Abendshien talks to Kevin E G Perry about living there during filming, the influence of John Hughes and what he learned from the hordes of fans who came to…

The Independent UK

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67 Meme Meaning Baffles Older Generations: Origins And Possible 'Inappropriate' Implications That's Causing Chaos

The meme's spread was further amplified by the drill rap track 'Doot Doot (6 7)' by Chicago rapper Skrilla, released earlier in 2025.

International Business Times UK

Wheat Closes with Friday Losses

The wheat complex closed Friday with losses. Chicago SRW futures were down 4 to 5 cents in most contracts, as March was down 6 ½ cents on the week. KC HRW futures were 4 to 5 cents on Friday, with March losing 13 ¼ cents since last Friday. MPLS spring...

Barchart

Illinois becomes 12th state to let terminally ill residents choose to end their lives

The Catholic Conference of Illinois blasted Pritzker's move, saying the law puts Illinois ‘on a dangerous and heartbreaking path’

The Independent UK

Court blocks the release of hundreds of immigrants arrested in a Chicago-area crackdown

A federal appeals court has blocked the immediate release of hundreds of immigrants detained during a Chicago-area immigration crackdown

The Independent UK

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Family of Chicago officer slain by partner on duty files lawsuit against city, shooter

The family of a Chicago police officer who was fatally shot by her partner while on duty has filed a lawsuit contending the Chicago Police Department did not heed warnings about the officer who fired the shot

The Independent UK

Chicago Seniors Are Feeling the Impact of Increased Food Distribution Costs

Food distribution costs have quietly risen across Chicago, and seniors are feeling the pinch at the checkout line. Transportation fees, warehouse expenses, and labor shortages...

Saving Advice

Obama revisits old barbershop to get a haircut during Chicago trip

Barack Obama reunited with his old barber on Thursday (11 December) as he finished a trip to check progress on his presidential library in Chicago.

The Independent UK

Missing Chicago dad caught on 10 different cameras wandering through neighborhoods after refusing help at crash scene

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Chicago Winter Chaos: City Faces Snowiest Start Since 1978 as New Blizzard Looms

Chicago records its snowiest winter start since 1978 as a new blizzard system forms, adding travel risks across the Midwest with heavy snow and strong winds.

International Business Times UK

Churches in Chicago and Boston Turn Nativity Scenes Into Protests Against ICE

Nativity scenes in the Boston and Chicago areas are using their yearly nativity scenes to protest the actions of the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement under the Trump administration.

Latin Times

Chicago residents are rushing to sign petition to ban delivery robots that are clogging city sidewalks

Viral videos show the boxy robots rolling around the city, often hampered by the harsh Illinois weather and becoming stuck in snowdrifts

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‘Santa’ Obama surprises Chicago elementary students with storytime visit

Barack Obama dressed in a Santa hat in a surprise visit to children at a Chicago library on Tuesday (9 December).

The Independent UK

Trump administration threatens Chicago with risk of losing funding for public transit

Chicago and other Democratic-led cities have been the focus of intense criticism from Trump and his administration

Barchart

Wheat Trading Mixed on Monday

The wheat complex is trading with Monday mixed action. Chicago SRW futures are showing fractional gains on so far on Monday. KC HRW futures are down up to 4 cents in the front months on Monday. MPLS spring wheat is steady to a penny higher on Monday. USDA tallied wheat...

The Independent UK

Anti-ICE protest hit with tear-gas after snowballs thrown at agents in Illinois

ICE agents have arrested 579,000 people since Donald Trump took office, with Chicago being a flashpoint for clashes between federal agents and protestors

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The Conversation

Are sanctuary policing policies no more than a public relations facade?

In early 2025, in an effort to facilitate its deportation goals, the Trump administration entered into hundreds of agreements with local police departments to essentially deputize them to act as federal immigration agents.

Barchart

Wheat Mixed to Start Monday

Wheat is showing mixed trade on Monday morning. The wheat complex posted Friday losses across most contracts at the close. Chicago SRW futures posted 3 to 5 cent losses on Friday, with March 2 ¾ cents in the red. KC HRW futures were down 2 to 4 cents across most...

Sports Illustrated

We Should Be Thanking Ben Johnson for Spicing Up Bears-Packers

Resist the urge to pile on him for his viral comments last summer, because the league is better when coaches talk like that.

Evening Standard

Strictly semi-finalists revealed after elimination during musicals week

Sunday’s results show featured a dance routine of Cell Block Tango from Chicago and a performance from the cast of musical Titanique.

Sports Illustrated

Ben Johnson's Bears Are Bringing Chicago Hot Dogs and Hope

The Wieners Circle made sure the Windy City was well-fed Tuesday—can the NFC North leader keep the feast going?

The Independent UK

Two arrested after beer box containing remains of baby found in makeshift grave at suburban Chicago home

Investigators discovered the remains of the baby buried in a beer box, police said

International Business Times UK

Chicago Pastor Speaks Out After Being Shot by ICE in the Head and Body with Pepper Balls

Chicago pastor Rev David Black speaks out after being shot in the head and body with pepper balls by ICE during a peaceful protest, sparking outrage and legal action.

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