FDA Panel Is The First Major Hurdle For Biden’s COVID-19 Booster Plan
Government advisers will vote Friday on the safety and effectiveness of boosters, a key step toward the president’s plan to dispense extra doses to most Americans.
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TIMELINE: The Investigation Into Alleged Abuse Of Chicago Lifeguards
A WBEZ investigation uncovered a probe into the park district’s lifeguard program, finding allegations of abuse and harassment dating back years.
‘Chicago Party Aunt’ Expands Beyond Twitter With A New Netflix Series
Comedian Chris Witaske’s new “Chicago Party Aunt” series premieres Sept. 17 on Netflix, bringing some Chicago humor to streamers nationwide.
Artists Bring Themes From ‘A Raisin In The Sun’ Home To Chicago
Lorraine Hansberry’s famed play brought the story of a Black family on the South Side of Chicago to Broadway. A new exhibit reimagines its themes.
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COVID-19 in Chicago and Illinois
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The Capitol Faces Its Biggest Security Test Since Jan. 6 On Saturday
A demonstration is planned in support of defendants charged after a pro-Trump mob stormed the Capitol. The FBI says there’s no specific threat, but security officials say they’re ready no matter what.
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Hispanics and Latinos Are The Biggest Moviegoers. The Big Screen Doesn’t Reflect That.
Nearly 20% of Americans are Latino or Hispanic and they buy more movie tickets per capita. But a new report says just 7% of all lead characters in 2019’s top-grossing films were Hispanic or Latino.
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The 1st All-Civilian Crew Has Launched To Orbit The Earth
Marking the latest step in the commercialization of space, the SpaceX mission has launched four civilians, including a billionaire CEO, a physician assistant and a geoscientist.
Why Are Cicadas So Loud?
Cicadas are known for their loud, shrill noises that never seem to stop. But are they louder than usual this year?
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A Revamped Tax Program Is Offering Relief To Homeowners On Chicago’s Northwest Side
Under new leadership, a 1980s program designed to prevent white flight is now assisting local residents with repairs and remodeling.
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Chicago Parents And Principals Say CPS’ Contact Tracing Is ‘Horrendous’
“I just don’t feel like it’s a safe environment,” said one Chicago parent whose son was exposed to a COVID case in the first week of school.
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Ex-House Speaker Settles Child Sexual Abuse Payments Suit
Lawyers say former U.S. House Speaker Dennis Hastert and a man who accused him of child sexual abuse have reached a tentative out-of-court settlement.
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Chicago’s Mayor Taps CPS Grad And Former Top CPS Official As The Next Schools CEO
Pedro Martinez is currently superintendent of a San Antonio school district. He will become CPS’ first permanent Latino leader.
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Embattled Chicago Ald. Jim Gardiner Makes Public Apology Over Misogynistic ‘Rants’
Gardiner made misogynistic comments about colleagues and residents in texts, and allegedly retaliated against opponents.
