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Chicago outoors: Great egret detail, IL lake sturgeon, Bassmaster’s 1st “Million Dollar Man”

Paul Vriend photographing a great egret in flight, Illinois’ effort to reestablish lake sturgeon and Bassmaster’s 1st “Million Dollar Man,” Larrry Nixon retiring from competitive fishing are among the notes from around Chicago outdoors and beyond.

Chicago Sun-Times

Voice of the CTA Lee Crooks isn’t a familiar name, but we’ve been listening to him for over two decades

He lives in Milwaukee but has become a symbol of Chicago thanks to being heard on the L since 2000 and on CTA buses since 2003. The inspiration for his “train voice” was a Walt Disney World monorail announcer.

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City’s official Christmas tree lights up Millennium Park

A 45-foot Colorado Blue Spruce was lit Friday night, signaling the official start to Chicago’s holiday season.

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Federal safety officials launch probe into Chicago commuter train crash

Federal safety officials have started an investigation into a Chicago commuter train crash that left almost 40 people injured

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Illinois Commerce Commission steps up for natural gas customers

The commission’s decision will put money back into the pockets of ratepayers.

Chicago Sun-Times

Chicago cops tied to Oath Keepers barred from testifying in court, Kim Foxx decides

The move by the Cook County state’s attorney’s office comes weeks after WBEZ and the Sun-Times identified officers who appeared on leaked membership rolls for the anti-government group.

Chicago Sun-Times

Picture Chicago: 20 can’t miss Sun-Times photos

A Chicago firefighter died battling a blaze in Lincoln Park, several protesters demanding peace in Gaza were detained at the Ogilvie Transportation Center, and Hannibal Buress performed stand-up comedy and music as Eshu Tune at The Chicago Theatre.

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Danny Sabatello: Bellator 301 rematch with heated and hated rival Raufeon Stots a ‘dream matchup’ in Chicago

Danny Sabatello found himself in position to defend his upbringing when called out by Raufeon Stots ahead of Bellator 301 in Chicago.

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Union workers at Stellantis and Ford close to ratifying deals that would end lengthy labor disputes

The workers would join counterparts at General Motors in ratifying the record contracts, ending a contentious labor dispute that brought a punishing series of strikes, including in Chicago, over six weeks.

Chicago Sun-Times

‘Stickler’ defense? Opening statements wrap in Burke trial, feds begin calling witnesses

Prosecutors kicked off their case with Elmhurst University political science professor Constance Mixon, who began to explain Chicago city government to the jury.

Chicago Sun-Times

From Tinder to tattoo artist and Kazakhstan to Chicago

How the first match on a dating app launched Askhat Kobekpaev’s career in tattooing, brought him to Chicago and has seen him ink singer Sam Smith.

Chicago Sun-Times

Raufeon Stots: I’ll get a bigger crowd pop than Danny Sabatello in his Chicago home city

Former interim bantamweight champ Raufeon Stots thinks the fans in Chicago don't really like their hometown fighter, Danny Sabatello.

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’The Beginning Of A Love Affair’: As Kara Kilmer Prepares To Exit Chicago Fire, She Shares Sweet Memories Of Her First Days In The City

After it was announced that Kara Killmer will be leaving Chicago Fire, the actress is looking back on her first days in the Windy City with a series of photos.

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Amtrak train headed to Chicago derails in Michigan

The train derailed after hitting a car and a tow truck a near New Buffalo, Michigan, Thursday night.

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Empty vehicle on tracks derails Chicago-bound Amtrak train in Michigan

Authorities say 11 people were injured when an Amtrak train heading to Chicago derailed in southwestern Michigan

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Chicago Police Board votes to fire cop who dragged woman by her hair and knelt on her neck

Officer David Laskus was found guilty of various violations including using excessive force and making a false report in the arrest of Mia Wright.

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Bellator 301: Quick Picks and Prognostications

MMA Junkie analyst Dan Tom breaks down the main card for Bellator 301 in Chicago.

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Bellator 301 live and official results, video stream

Bellator 301 takes place Friday. Join us for a live prelims stream and official results from Chicago beginning at 5 p.m. ET (2 p.m. PT).

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Jahmyr Gibbs has a fantastic matchup advantage against the Bears defense

Lions RB Jahmyr Gibbs has a fantastic matchup advantage against the Bears defense

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Illinois earmarks $160 million to keep migrants warm in Chicago as winter approaches

Gov. J.B. Pritzker says Illinois will funnel an additional $160 million to help get migrants on their feet in Chicago

Chicago Sun-Times

Regulators cut Peoples Gas rate hike, pause funding for over-budget pipe replacement program

The Illinois Commerce Commission voted to slash the utility’s pipe replacement budget for 2024, paused the program and ordered an investigation into the spending that Chairman Doug Scott said ‘is not justified.’

Chicago Sun-Times

Motorist killed, at least 3 injured in CTA bus crash near Museum Campus

The driver of a Volkswagen, a 34-year-old man, crashed into the bus shortly after 9:30 a.m. near Columbus Drive and Roosevelt Road, according to Chicago police.

Chicago Sun-Times

Bally’s Medinah Temple ‘temporary’ casino will be around awhile, City Council critic says

Ald. Brian Hopkins told the Sun-Times revenue from the Medinah site isn’t enough for Bally’s to begin building its permanent home in River West. Hopkins also offered an update on plans to revive Water Tower Place, a key fixture in his ward, on the Magnificent Mile.

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Ed Burke’s corruption trial to shift into high gear, jury seated, opening statements to begin soon

U.S. District Judge Virginia Kendall, prosecutors and defense attorneys have chosen 12 jurors at the Dirksen Federal Courthouse who will hear evidence that was used in 2019 to level criminal charges against Burke in a push against old-school, Chicago-style corruption.

The Independent UK

More than 20 injured in Chicago commuter train crash

Though some victims suffered critical injuries, none were life-threatening, according to health officials

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