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“The more reps he got, the better he got with just playing football,” Barone said, “a lot of it with his run blocking, his pass protection, his route running, knowing how to run certain routes versus man and versus zone and things like that. The big thing for him moving forward is going to be taking the next step in that progression, and a lot of it is understanding pre-snap versus post-snap, how to adjust things on the run.

What did Solis, Madigan talk about? “Among their discussions was a plan to turn a state-owned parcel of land in Chinatown into a commercial development,” Meisner and Long write. “Though the land deal never was consummated, it’s been a source of continued interest for federal investigators, who last year subpoenaed Madigan’s office for records and communications he’d had with key players. At least one of them recently appeared before the grand jury investigating Madigan’s political operation, sources told the Tribune.”

Platforms, which in some places are just over 3 feet wide, will double in width, and four elevators will make the station comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act. A weather-protected, accessible walkway will help riders transfer between the station’s two platforms, and the work will improve the connection between the elevated lines and underground Red Line station on State Street.

Fun fact: Chicago was built on swamp land. So it should be no surprise that as we enter the height of summer, the days become long and humid. Of course, Chicago is a playground in summertime, even as sweaty, muggy heat waves punctuate the more temperate weeks. Thankfully, this city is full of ice cream and frozen treat spots that will help fight the heat. Looking for nostalgic flavors of bygone eras? Check out mainstay Margie’s Candies for humongous sundaes, or more contemporary Spinning J’s for a hit of throwback charm. Want something more adventurous? Don’t miss frozen cookie dough from Cookie Dough Creations, paletas made from fresh tropical fruit at any number of vendors, or even trendy Thai rolled ice cream, which is popping up around town. There’s no better time to be an ice cream lover, and we’ve got the scoop.