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There are no heroes coming to save our democracy. If we are to mount a defense, it must begin with students learning the necessary skills in the classroom.

The iconic punk guitarist talks about adjusting to life as a dad with a day job.

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A potential consequence of climate change is lowered expectations for environmental quality that lead to unambitious conservation programs.

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What you need to know about the hyperscale data centers coming to the midwest

On April 30, 2026, the Illinois Accountability Commission (IAC) released its Final Report, as outlined in Executive Order 2025-06. Access the Commission's Final Report, Timeline of Significant Events,...

With the new Singin’ to an Empty Chair, Ratboys have become a national act—but their commitment to Chicago remains as strong as ever.

With the new Singin’ to an Empty Chair, Ratboys have become a national act—but their commitment to Chicago remains as strong as ever.

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The Hideout, a cornerstone of Chicago’s music and political scene, has been sold to a former insider with ties to a prominent trading family, as major redevelopment looms around the club.

Applications are now open for the 2026 Sperm Racing World Cup, which will see the sperm of men from 128 different countries race round a tiny track.

A man armed with a rifle rammed a vehicle into a major synagogue in a Detroit suburb and was fatally shot by security.

Godflesh frontman Justin Broadrick has undergone surgery for a "huge" inguinal hernia

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WEXMAC TITUS helps contractors bypass the traditionally lengthy government contract bidding process

President Donald Trump’s threat to block the opening of the publicly owned Gordie Howe International Bridge stands to benefit one politically connected billionaire family.The Morouns, who own the riva...

An agency database WIRED obtained reveals widespread use of so-called 1509 summonses that experts say raises the specter of potential abuse.

The North Dakota Attorney General’s Office on Friday ordered a Fargo nonprofit to stop promoting certain abortion pill providers on its website.