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Former Vice President Mike Pence lays groundwork for potential presidential run during Chicago visit

Mike Pence is traveling the country, preparing for a potential presidential bid — accusing President Joe Biden of pursuing a “radical left agenda.” But Gov. J.B. Pritzker, himself a potential Democratic White House hopeful, didn’t roll out the welcome mat: “Mike Pence is a dangerous, homophobic…

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In Chicago, Mike Pence delivers a withering rebuke of Biden’s economic policies, makes no direct references to Donald Trump

CHICAGO — Sounding like a potential presidential candidate, former Vice President Mike Pence contended Monday that the nation’s economic woes were almost entirely the result of Democratic President Joe Biden’s policies, and told an audience at the University Club of Chicago that without a turnaround, Americans will “change leadership very…

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In Chicago speech, Mike Pence delivers a withering rebuke of Biden’s economic policies, makes no direct references to Donald Trump

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Theo Epstein is leaving Chicago 2 years after leaving the Cubs. Here’s how he spent his final weekend in the city.

He gone.

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1 dead in Chicago Lawn double shooting, police say

They were shot Monday afternoon while traveling in a vehicle in the 6200 block of South Rockwell Avenue, police said.

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Afternoon Edition: June 20, 2022

Today’s update is a 5-minute read that will brief you on the day’s biggest stories.

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Who cares about all-in-the-family claims: Lightfoot picks Michael Scott Jr.’s sister to replace him as 24th Ward alderperson

Monique Scott was chosen over two other finalists recommended by a three-person screening committee: Trina Mangrum, chief of staff to Ald. Jason Ervin (28th), and former Chicago Bulls player Wallace “Mickey” Johnson.

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10 years ago, Chief Keef launched drill music into the mainstream

The Chicago upstart went viral before the industry knew how to measure it — and an entire subgenre of rap blossomed from his brilliance.

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This is the latest Illinois has had a primary election since at least the Great Depression. What is voter turnout looking like?

CHICAGO — Chicago Election Board Chair Marisel Hernandez recently included an unusual warm weather addendum to her regular pre-election pitch encouraging voters to cast ballots in the upcoming Illinois primary: Do so before you leave town.

Chicago Tribune

The Chicago Bears look to stay fit for the future of the NFL

The team’s ownership faces a big call on a stadium deal as trends in the league lead to more costly, subsidy-laden deals.

Chicago Sun-Times

Paul Sullivan: 2022 Chicago Cubs share dubious history with the 1879 team — but there could be a sign of hope

When a colleague pulled out his iPhone in the Chicago Cubs clubhouse Thursday afternoon to show a factoid he received from the team’s historian, my head began to spin.

Chicago Tribune

Frankfurters bourguignonne or franks in sour cream sauce? Questionable Tribune hot dog recipes over the years

CHICAGO — Although the Chicago-style hot dog is arguably the greatest hot dog in the country, for most of the 20th century, Tribune reporters and recipe writers mostly acted deeply embarrassed about the dish.

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2 teens, woman wounded in Gresham shooting — minutes after 11-year-old girl was shot half a mile away

The woman was listed in critical condition, the teens in good condition.

Chicago Sun-Times

Woman fatally shot in West Englewood

The woman, 36, was on a sidewalk in the 6400 block of South Marshfield Avenue when someone opened fire, striking her in the head, Chicago police said.

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Chicago gears up to vaccinate kids under 5 against COVID-19 following federal authorization

From how to prepare your kids to where to get vaccinated, the Sun-Times answers parents’ questions.

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Braves beat up on Kyle Hendricks again, avoid sweep in Chicago

CHICAGO — Whether it be because of the opponent’s pitching, some tough luck or a mix of both, the Braves’ offense went rather quietly in the first two games at Wrigley Field. They fell far short of the ridiculous figures they put up during their winning streak.

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Chicagoan home after escaping war in Ukraine: ‘ I’m incredibly lucky’

Olga Tsoi, 31, had hoped to bring her Ukrainian mother with her. Instead, Oksana Tsoi will resettle in Canada. Her daughter blames red tape, combined with a sluggish response from the United States in welcoming Ukrainian refugees.

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Chicago Tool Library: Building community one project at a time

It will absorb Chicago Community Tools in the fall and expand by around 5,000 tools.

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Chicago outdoors: Hawk chick, walleye/bait color, leucistic robin, Recovering America’s Wildlife Act

A photo of a red-tailed hawk chick on Chicago’s North Side, a question of walleye and bait color, a leucistic robin in the southwest suburbs, and passage of Recovering America’s Wildlife Act in the House are among the notes from around Chicago outdoors and beyond.

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Juneteenth in Chicago: PHOTO GALLERY

Juneteenth celebrations are in full swing in Chicago this weekend, with many gathering for events all over the city to honor the occasion.

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WATCH: Bears rookies get a tour of Chicago

The Bears wrapped their offseason program last week, and their rookies celebrated with their first tour of Chicago.

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Person dies in fiery Brainerd crash

A vehicle struck a post on a bridge about 11:50 p.m. in the 400 block of West 87th Street and burst into flames, Chicago police said.

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Man, woman in 70s injured in Morgan Park blaze

The blaze broke out about 11 p.m. at a residence in the 10800 block of South Prospect Avenue, Chicago police said.

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Cubs win strange game as Braves lose series at Wrigley Field

CHICAGO — The team that entered this series on a 14-game win streak has lost two in a row to the team that had lost 10 in a row before this. Baseball can be weird.

Chicago Tribune

Paul Sullivan: Tony La Russa vs. Dusty Baker is a rivalry that never grows old as the managers square off again

CHICAGO — Baseball’s best rivalry grabs the national spotlight Sunday night when the Chicago White Sox and Houston Astros meet in the finale of a three-game series at Minute Maid Park.

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