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Dancing, family time and giving back to the community: The Bud Billiken Parade comes to Bronzeville for its 95th year
The 95th annual Bud Billiken Parade, touted as the largest African-American parade in the United States, is a beloved Chicago back-to-school tradition.
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Editorial: Sonya Massey tragedy shows it’s better for municipalities to be minus police officers than to hire the wrong ones
The horrific shooting death of Springfield resident Sonya Massey by a deputy whose hiring was...
Business
A new state law mandates new homes be equipped with EV-capable parking, but for many buyers, home chargers aren’t yet an essential amenity
For multifamily developers, the requirement could dramatically increase the costs of developing parking.
Entertainment
‘Celebrating Chicago at Daley Plaza’ will run week of DNC
Just announced, a week of events in the Loop to celebrate the city's culture, diverse communities and cuisine all during the Democratic National Convention.
Sports
Stephen Curry’s late barrage seals another Olympic men’s basketball title as US beats France
In the ultimate moment, Stephen Curry made sure that gold medal would be his.
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![A look at some of the historic — and photographic — venues for the 2024 Olympics in Paris.]( "A look at some of the historic — and photographic — venues for the 2024 Olympics in Paris.")
Photos: Historic venues of Paris on display during the 2024 Olympics
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![Tribune photojournalist Brian Cassella captures the action of the Summer Olympic games in Paris which ends on Aug. 11, 2024.]( "Tribune photojournalist Brian Cassella captures the action of the Summer Olympic games in Paris which ends on Aug. 11, 2024.")
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Politics
Yes, Donald Trump was in a scary helicopter ride. But not with that politician.
Donald Trump was doubling down Friday about his story of nearly crashing during a helicopter...
Crime and Public Safety
Two shot and killed in North Lawndale Friday night, police say
Two people were killed in a shooting outside an apartment building in North Lawndale Friday...
Education
Illinois State Board of Education launches bilingual campaign to recruit teachers amid ongoing shortage
The Illinois State Board of Education launched a bilingual campaign Friday to recruit teachers amid...
Immigration
15 states sue to block President Joe Biden’s effort to help migrants in US illegally get health coverage
The states are seeking to block the rule from taking effect Nov. 1 and providing...
Local News
Back to School Bash in Aurora’s 1st Ward helps kids get ready for start of classes
The event is a joint effort between the city of Aurora and the Gamma Beta...
Investigations
How we reported on Cook County assessment errors
Reporters from Illinois Answers Project and the Chicago Tribune collected and analyzed thousands of points...
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911 call reveals uncle begged to talk Uvalde gunman out of school shooting
The uncle of the Uvalde, Texas, school shooter who killed 19 students and two teachers...
History
Today in Sports History: The first Davis Cup is held
In 1900, The first Davis Cup is held with the United States beating Britain, 3-0.
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‘Hot Ones’ live event coming to Chicago on Aug. 28
Moonlight Studios is hosting the event on Aug. 28 with host Sean Evans and an...
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Asking Eric: I don’t like my brother and don’t want to spend my final days with him
Dear Eric: I don't like the person he is. I didn't like his parenting that...
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