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  • Cook County prosecutor blamed for errant in-court description of Adam Toledo shooting is placed on leave: sources

    Cook County prosecutor blamed for errant in-court description of Adam Toledo shooting is placed on leave: sources

    The statement in question had been distributed widely for nearly a week before a spokeswoman for State’s Attorney Kim Foxx’s office on Thursday said that while the facts stated in court were correct, the prosecutor, Assistant State’s Attorney James Murphy, should not have phrased them in a way that could imply Toledo was armed at the exact moment he was shot. Continue Reading...

  • Chicago Bulls are preparing for an extended stretch without All-Star guard Zach LaVine: ‘We’ll have to try to adjust as best we can on the fly’

    Chicago Bulls are preparing for an extended stretch without All-Star guard Zach LaVine: ‘We’ll have to try to adjust as best we can on the fly’

    “And with (LaVine) being out, it’s not necessarily going to fall on one person’s shoulders. It’s not, ‘Hey, Vooch, we don’t need 25 or 24, we need 35 now.’ It’s not that. We’ve got to generate good shots and be efficient on offense.” Continue Reading...

  • The Spin:  Madigan’s legal bills skyrocket | Illinois lawmakers considering legislation that could hike ComEd bills after scandal | Politicians on Adam Toledo police shooting video

    The Spin: Madigan’s legal bills skyrocket | Illinois lawmakers considering legislation that could hike ComEd bills after scandal | Politicians on Adam Toledo police shooting video

    Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan speaks during a meeting where his replacement, Angie Guerrero-Cuellar, was chosen as the new state representative on Feb. 25, 2021, at the Balzekas Museum in West Lawn. Democratic committeemen in the 22nd House District met again to choose a replacement for Madigan in the Illinois House after the original appointee, Edward Guerra Kodatt, resigned three days into the job. (Brian Cassella / Chicago Tribune) Continue Reading...

  • Zack Collins’ growth was on display as he caught Carlos Rodón’s no-hitter and helped create a historic moment for the Chicago White Sox: ‘It’s something that every catcher dreams about’

    Zack Collins’ growth was on display as he caught Carlos Rodón’s no-hitter and helped create a historic moment for the Chicago White Sox: ‘It’s something that every catcher dreams about’

    “I played against Zack in college for a year or two, so it’s nice to have him on my team because he was quite the hitter at the University of Miami,” said Rodon, who went to North Carolina State. “And I think that’s the first time he’s caught me in a regular-season game. It was obviously a special moment. Going to be hard to recreate that again. It was good. Continue Reading...

  • Rally underway for 13-year-old Adam Toledo in Logan Square Park

    Rally underway for 13-year-old Adam Toledo in Logan Square Park

    The gathering, advertised widely on social media, was the first major demonstration against the Chicago Police Department since the city released the video of Toledo’s killing Thursday. That night saw smaller protests in Millennium Park, at police headquarters in Bronzeville and in front of the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge in the West Town neighborhood, as well as solemn vigils in Little Village, where the fatal shooting took place. Continue Reading...

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Cook County prosecutor blamed for errant in-court description of Adam Toledo shooting is placed on leave: sources

by staff April 17, 2021

The statement in question had been distributed widely for nearly a week before a spokeswoman for State’s Attorney Kim Foxx’s office on Thursday said that while the facts stated in court were correct, the prosecutor, Assistant State’s Attorney James Murphy, should not have phrased them in a way that could imply Toledo was armed at the exact moment he was shot.

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The Spin: Madigan’s legal bills skyrocket | Illinois lawmakers considering legislation that could hike ComEd bills after scandal | Politicians on Adam Toledo police shooting video

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Rally underway for 13-year-old Adam Toledo in Logan Square Park

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Illinois lawmakers considering legislation that could hike ComEd bills less than a year after utility admitted multimillion-dollar bribery scheme

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Chicago would create public database of closed complaints against police officers under City Council proposal Mayor Lori Lightfoot said she opposes

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Paul MCCobb’s Canvas Lounge Chair with grommett details from his Cabana Group of outdoor furniture was seen in the June 1953 issue of House and Garden magazine. Black cording attaches grommeted Sunbrella fabric to a solid iron frame, creating a simple yet striking silhouette. At right, the brass and glass Exposior Table Lamp sits atop McCobb’s slender architectural Connoisseur Nightstand made of oak, brass and marble. The collection ranges from $99 to $2,500, cb2.com (CB2)

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Chicago Bulls are preparing for an extended stretch without All-Star guard Zach LaVine: ‘We’ll have to try to adjust as best we can on the fly’

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“And with (LaVine) being out, it’s not necessarily going to fall on one person’s shoulders. It’s not, ‘Hey, Vooch, we don’t need 25 or 24, we need 35 now.’ It’s not that. We’ve got to generate good shots and be efficient on offense.”

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Zack Collins’ growth was on display as he caught Carlos Rodón’s no-hitter and helped create a historic moment for the Chicago White Sox: ‘It’s something that every catcher dreams about’

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The hospital said it provided 15,668 vaccines, and 70% of them went to people of color. The audit found no other instances of ineligible shots, according to the hospital. In addition, the hospital said 95% of its staff is vaccinated. Less than 1% of its vaccines were improperly given, the hospital said.

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    Cook County prosecutor blamed for errant in-court description of Adam Toledo shooting is placed on leave: sources

    by staff April 17, 2021
    by staff April 17, 2021

    The statement in question had been distributed widely for nearly a week before a spokeswoman for State’s Attorney Kim Foxx’s office on Thursday said that while the facts stated in court were correct, the prosecutor, Assistant State’s Attorney James Murphy, should not have phrased them in a way that could imply Toledo was armed at the exact moment he was shot.

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    Chicago Bulls are preparing for an extended stretch without All-Star guard Zach LaVine: ‘We’ll have to try to adjust as best we can on the fly’

    by staff April 17, 2021
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    “And with (LaVine) being out, it’s not necessarily going to fall on one person’s shoulders. It’s not, ‘Hey, Vooch, we don’t need 25 or 24, we need 35 now.’ It’s not that. We’ve got to generate good shots and be efficient on offense.”

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    The Spin: Madigan’s legal bills skyrocket | Illinois lawmakers considering legislation that could hike ComEd bills after scandal | Politicians on Adam Toledo police shooting video

    by staff April 16, 2021
    by staff April 16, 2021

    Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan speaks during a meeting where his replacement, Angie Guerrero-Cuellar, was chosen as the new state representative on Feb. 25, 2021, at the Balzekas Museum in West Lawn. Democratic committeemen in the 22nd House District met again to choose a replacement for Madigan in the Illinois House after the original appointee, Edward Guerra Kodatt, resigned three days into the job. (Brian Cassella / Chicago Tribune)

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    Zack Collins’ growth was on display as he caught Carlos Rodón’s no-hitter and helped create a historic moment for the Chicago White Sox: ‘It’s something that every catcher dreams about’

    by staff April 16, 2021
    by staff April 16, 2021

    “I played against Zack in college for a year or two, so it’s nice to have him on my team because he was quite the hitter at the University of Miami,” said Rodon, who went to North Carolina State. “And I think that’s the first time he’s caught me in a regular-season game. It was obviously a special moment. Going to be hard to recreate that again. It was good.

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    Rally underway for 13-year-old Adam Toledo in Logan Square Park

    by staff April 16, 2021
    by staff April 16, 2021

    The gathering, advertised widely on social media, was the first major demonstration against the Chicago Police Department since the city released the video of Toledo’s killing Thursday. That night saw smaller protests in Millennium Park, at police headquarters in Bronzeville and in front of the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge in the West Town neighborhood, as well as solemn vigils in Little Village, where the fatal shooting took place.

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    Illinois lawmakers considering legislation that could hike ComEd bills less than a year after utility admitted multimillion-dollar bribery scheme

    by staff April 16, 2021
    by staff April 16, 2021

    “If the General Assembly believes that the policies passed during the scheme were good but not biased enough toward ComEd and Exelon, that consumers should be forced to pay even more to get even less, then it should pass this bill,” said Abe Scarr, director of the Illinois Public Interest Research Group, a consumer watchdog. “But in doing so, it should defend its position to Illinois voters rather than obscuring its intent.”

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    Chicago Cubs struggle with runners in scoring position in a 5-2 loss to the Atlanta Braves, their 7th defeat in the last 9 games

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    Second baseman Eric Sogard’s sacrifice fly put the Cubs ahead 1-0 in the second inning. But the Braves tied it in the third on catcher Travis d’Arnaud’s single off Cubs starter Zach Davies. Braves outfielder Ronald Acuña Jr. took over in the fourth. Davies retired the first two batters of the inning, but following two consecutive hits, Acuña’s gave the Braves a 3-1 lead with a two-run single. Another single from Freddie Freeman advanced Acuña to second, and he capitalized with a heads-up play the next at-bat.

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    Photos: Chicago Cubs lose 5-2 the Atlanta Braves at Wrigley Field

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    by staff April 16, 2021

    Photos from the Chicago Cubs’ 5-2 loss to the Atlanta Braves at Wrigley Field on April 16, 2021. (Stacey Wescott) Chicago Cubs shortstop Javier Baez grimaces after getting hit by a pitch by Atlanta Braves starter Kyle Wright in the first inning at Wrigley Field on April 16, 2021. (Stacey Wescott / Chicago Tribune) Chicago Cubs pitcher Zach Davies bunts against the Atlanta Braves at Wrigley Field on April 16, 2021. (Stacey Wescott / Chicago Tribune) Chicago Cubs shortstop Javier Baez slides safely into third on a base hit by Jason Heyward in the second inning against the Atlanta Braves at Wrigley Field on April 16, 2021. (Stacey Wescott / Chicago Tribune) Chicago Cubs pitcher Zach Davies fields a ball during the first inning against the Atlanta Braves at Wrigley Field on April 16, 2021. (Stacey Wescott / Chicago Tribune) Chicago Cubs pitcher Zach Davies delivers to the Atlanta Braves at Wrigley Field on April 16, 2021. (Stacey Wescott / Chicago Tribune) Chicago Cubs shortstop Javier Baez gets hit with a pitch by Atlanta Braves starter Kyle Wright at Wrigley Field on April 16, 2021. (Stacey Wescott / Chicago Tribune)

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    Chicago would create public database of closed complaints against police officers under City Council proposal Mayor Lori Lightfoot said she opposes

    by staff April 16, 2021
    by staff April 16, 2021

    “There’s some ridiculous numbers that have been put out there previously with no substantiation, no analysis, no information, just wild numbers,” Ferguson said before saying the legislation on the table was “as good as it gets if we really care about transparency” during a time of fraught public trust in Chicago police.

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    As anger lingers, Adam Toledo police shooting video leaves Chicago with familiar questions about police tactics

    by staff April 16, 2021
    by staff April 16, 2021

    A mother from Cicero brought her daughters to pray April 16, 2021, at a memorial in the alley where Adam Toledo was fatally shot by police in the Little Village neighborhood. Artist Pablo Serrano painted the mural. (E. Jason Wambsgans / Chicago Tribune)

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