U.S. Hits 100,000 COVID-19 Hospitalizations And More Than 3,100 Deaths
Data from the COVID Tracking Project show 100,226 people were hospitalized Wednesday, while Johns Hopkins reports 3,157 deaths — a new one-day record.
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The Radical Existence Of Lucy Parsons, The ‘Goddess Of Anarchy’
She was known for her fiery rhetoric and anarchist beliefs, but labor activist Lucy Parsons wasn’t exactly who she claimed to be.
Obama, Bush And Clinton Say They’re Willing To Get COVID-19 Vaccine On Camera
The former presidents’ comments come as polls show many Americans would be hesitant to receive a vaccine once one becomes available.
Illinois Has 5,000 Pieces Of DNA Evidence That Need To Be Tested. It’s a Huge Improvement
Police director credits more staffing, increased use of robotics for faster DNA testing. But everyone agrees there’s more work to be done.
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Experts Say It’s Too Soon To Predict Illinois’ Post-Thanksgiving COVID-19 Surge
Are the state’s latest round of restrictions actually lowering the COVID-19 numbers? Experts say it’s too soon to tell.
From Roaches To Medical Emergencies, Illinois Inmates Say ‘There’s Nobody That We Can Really Go To For Help’
Prisoners rely on the so-called grievance system to report dangerous conditions, including abuse. In Illinois, the system is broken.
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President Trump Seriously Considering 2024 Run As He Continues False 2020 Claims
Three sources in Trump’s orbit tell NPR he is considering running for a second term as president in 2024. Trump himself alluded to it at a private party this week.
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A Chase Grant Will Give A $7.2 Million Boost For Home Ownership On Chicago’s South And West Sides
A JPMorgan Chase grant will look to help Black and Latino families become homeowners after decades of disinvestment in Chicago neighborhoods.
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4 Former ComEd Executives And Lobbyists Plead Not Guilty In Bribery Scheme
Four former top executives and lobbyists pleaded not guilty to orchestrating a wide-ranging scheme to influence House Speaker Michael Madigan.
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CDC Shortens Its COVID-19 Quarantine Recommendations
In revised guidelines, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention trimmed its recommended quarantine for possible exposure — from 14 days to seven or 10, depending on test results and symptoms.
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City Releases Developers’ Pitches For Chicago’s First-Ever Casino
The potential operators include some big names, including the Hard Rock Cafe and MGM. Most of them want the casino located downtown.
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One Of Madigan’s Most Loyal Political Operatives Is Now Ensnared In The ComEd Scandal
Long before he landed a side gig at the power company, Ed Moody was a star election worker for Illinois Democratic boss Michael Madigan.
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Brothers Write A Love Letter To A Food We All Love — Pizza
Brothers and pizza makers from England have penned an ode to pizzas made around the world — from Chicago to Rome, Paris and New York.
