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Former President Barack Obama warns Chicago audience of ‘anger-based’ journalism and social media cashing in on conflict

The former president said he believes platforms such as Twitter, Facebook and YouTube “appear to have some insight into what’s more likely to prompt insurrectionists, white supremacists, misogynist behavior and internet bullying.”

Chicago Sun-Times

In Chicago, Obama warns that Putin’s invasion of Ukraine is a warning of how ‘flabby’ and ‘feckless’ democracy has become

CHICAGO — Russia President Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine is a warning that world democracy has gotten “flabby and confused and feckless” at a time of growing boldness and misguided support for authoritarianism, former President Barack Obama told a Chicago audience Wednesday.

Chicago Tribune

Saying goodbye to Dinkel’s Bakery, and remembering other lost Chicago staples

“No one lives forever,” Norm Dinkel said. We know that’s the way the cookie crumbles, but it won’t be a piece of cake to forget Dinkel’s and its savory treats and delectable confectioneries.

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The Mix: Cool things to do in Chicago April 7-13

Expo Chicago, ‘Rock of Ages’ and a David Lynch retrospective are among the fun things to see and do in the week ahead.

Chicago Sun-Times

Owner of Chicago's Water Tower Place walking away from troubled Mag Mile mall

The owner of Water Tower Place, long a desirable retail destination on Chicago's Magnificent Mile, is walking away from the troubled mall.

Chicago Tribune

Navy Pier’s newest installation: Expo Chicago

The international art event is being held in-person this year for the first time since 2019. From Thursday through Sunday, it will feature pieces from 140 galleries across the world.

Chicago Sun-Times

At the Table with Laura Washington & Lynn Sweet

For the 100th anniversary of Harold Washington’s birth, Laura Washington and Lynn Sweet will be joined by Jacky Grimshaw, Center for Neighborhood Technology; former U.S. Rep. Luis Gutiérrez, D-Ill; Peter Nolan, ex-NBC5 Chicago political reporter; Gary Rivlin, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and…

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August ‘Augie’ Sallas, who headed printers union, ‘knew a lot of people,’ dead at 86

He was chief of the Chicago Typographical Union Local 16 when it waged and settled a strike against the Chicago Tribune in the late 1980s and was active with the Little Village Community Council.

Chicago Sun-Times

Asking good questions can help CTU members decide who will lead union

The May 20 elections are important for CTU members but they are also relevant for all those affected by the union’s decisions, including Chicago Public Schools students and their parents.

Chicago Sun-Times

Chicago's More Aggressive Speed Cameras Issued 2.8 Million Tickets Last Year

The city's army of 160 speed cameras issued a ticket every 11 seconds during 2021 and generated $89 million in revenue.

Reason

Ray Lopez running for mayor; City Council critic to give up seat to challenge Lightfoot

“Our residents do not feel safe. People who work here don’t feel safe,” Lopez told the Sun-Times. “We have to right this ship now.”

Chicago Sun-Times

Learn More About Marijuana With 4Front's Interactive Art Exhibition In Chicago Ahead Of 4/20

4Front Ventures Corp. (OTCQX:FFNTF) (CSE:FFNT) will bring a new interactive art exhibition to Chicagoans ahead of 4/20, cannabis' cultural holiday. The company collaborated with Anarchitype Productions founder and head scenic designer A.J. Tarzian to bring the Trail to 4/20, a one-of-a-kind immersive cannabis and "hidden learning experience" to Chicagoans at…

Benzinga

What are the Bears’ biggest needs heading into the 2022 NFL draft?

The Bears have a slew of needs heading into the 2022 NFL draft - and just six draft picks. But what are Chicago's biggest concerns?

USA Today Sports Media Group

Blue Man Regroup: Inside Duke’s ‘Great Succession Plan’

From a distance, the job of replacing Mike Krzyzewski seems impossible. Up close, it looks even harder.

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‘Cannabis amnesty boxes’ rarely used to ditch weed at Chicago airports, records show

Millions of passengers have flown out of Chicago since weed was fully legalized, but only a few dozen have pitched their pot in the colorful receptacles.

Chicago Tribune

A Chicago ER doctor wrote ‘Emergency’ about COVID’s first year — and the time his own hospital failed his mother

CHICAGO — Thomas Fisher figured he would end up in the very place he works, in the emergency room. Eventually, everyone passes through. Two springs ago, at the onset of the pandemic, he thought he might die of the thing he was treating in others. He updated his will, removed…

Chicago Tribune

Another Chicago book? Yes indeed, ‘A History Lover’s Guide’ spans the city’s birth to our cemeteries.

CHICAGO — There are a lot of books written about Chicago and why not?

Chicago Sun-Times

4 people killed, 5 others wounded in shootings Tuesday in Chicago

Three family members, all above the age of 60, were found shot to death inside a home in Morgan Park on the Far South Side.

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Millions of toothpicks later, artist Wayne Kusy continues to build marvelous creations in wood

CHICAGO -- A toothpick is a humble thing, ubiquitous but so commonplace as to be ignored.

Chicago Sun-Times

Between a rock and a Hard Rock place? Casino developer hears resident gripes about traffic, crime — and looming ‘millstone’

Developers of the proposed Hard Rock Chicago casino were met by hundreds of South Loop residents concerned about more traffic, crime and noise in the neighborhood — and the prospect of another massive development next door.

Chicago Tribune

Lonzo Ball endures another setback in his recovery from knee surgery, but the Chicago Bulls aren’t shutting him down yet

CHICAGO — The Chicago Bulls haven’t given up hope on Lonzo Ball yet, but the guard’s window for returning this season could be closing after another injury setback.

Chicago Sun-Times

Senate Democrats take aim at carjackings in latest anti-crime proposals

With just days before the General Assembly is set to adjourn, it was the latest Democratic effort meant to address rising crime — a problem prominent in many residents’ minds and in Republican campaign ads.

Chicago Tribune

R. Kelly sentencing in New York postponed, but not for the reason his lawyer requested

CHICAGO — Sentencing for R&B star R. Kelly on his racketeering conviction in New York was postponed Tuesday, but the judge denied a request to wait until after his trial on federal charges in Chicago in August.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Bucks vs. Bulls: Play-by-play, highlights and reactions

The Milwaukee Bucks (48-30) play against the Chicago Bulls (33-33) at United Center Game Time: 8:00 PM EDT on Tuesday April 5, 2022 Milwaukee Bucks 0, Chicago Bulls 0 (8:00 pm ET) What's the buzz on Twitter? Milwaukee Bucks @ Bucks It's time for ...

Chicago Sun-Times

Theaster Gates, Prada create incubator to support designers of color

Seven local residents are among 14 chosen for the first Dorchester Industries Experimental Design Lab. The program is a collaboration between Theaster Gates’ Rebuild Foundation and the Prada Group.

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