The fact that some federal immigration forces may be leaving soon is cold comfort given the damage they’ve done, write Chicago broadcast veterans.

Illinois hit a record share of electric vehicle sales last quarter as federal tax credits ended, but the state remains far from Gov. JB Pritzker’s 2030 goal of 1 million EVs.

The longest government shutdown in history is coming to an end, with almost no one happy with the final result.

Michelle Obama chronicled her fashion, hair and makeup journey in her newest book, “The Look,” written with her longtime stylist Meredith Koop.

Alinea by chef Grant Achatz demoted from three Michelin stars in Chicago

Diana Patricia Santillana Galeano was arrested from a North Center preschool in the early morning hours of Nov. 5, prompting widespread backlash.

Letter to the Editor: Regardless of whether you voted for Donald Trump, regardless of whether you are a Republican or Democrat or independent, we all need to be demanding that our elected officials put a stop to this immediately.

The Oswego Village Board recently approved an annexation agreement and rezoning for Polo Crossing, a proposed mixed-use residential development planned for a site south of the intersection of Secretariat Lane and Wolf’s Crossing.

Here are five things we learned from the Chicago Bears on Wednesday at Halas Hall, including how Caleb Williams manages to avoid sacks:

Illinois continues to climb in a national ranking for hospital safety, though four hospitals earned F grades — the most in years, according to the nonprofit Leapfrog Group.

Ignoring trends, President Donald Trump credits ‘Operation Midway Blitz’ for drop in Chicago violence

Dolton is looking to force former Mayor Tiffany Henyard to pay at least some of the legal fees for nonprofit Edgar County Watchdogs in a lawsuit alleging violations of the Freedom of Information Act.

Commentary: Voters are being denied a genuine primary choice. The timing ensured potential challengers had little opportunity to enter the race. It’s a move right out of the playbook of machine politics, anointing successors rather than letting the democratic process determine them.

Weeks after announcing it will sell a majority stake in its biggest bottler in Africa, Coca-Cola has sold its holdings in a major domestic bottling partner.

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The fallen leaves create a natural mulch, which helps suppress weeds and improves the soil with organic matter as they decompose.

Asking Eric: I’m ashamed to ask anyone for help

Plans for public park at site of lakefront dump on Southeast Side announced

Former Pac-12 schools are making strides in adjusting to the Big Ten’s run-heavy style

‘I feel seen’: Nova Exhibition shares stories and artifacts from Oct. 7 attacks

Alicia Keys talks about her fiery life, her musical ‘Hell’s Kitchen’ and her family in Chicago

The city of Aurora is planning to host town halls on the next two Saturdays about the proposed 2026 city budget, which includes significant funding and staffing cuts.

New Chicago Review of Architecture wants younger voices weighing in on the city’s built environment

Crown Point establishes riverfront district, opening way for more liquor licenses

Chicago SNAP beneficiaries find allies in community as government shutdown goes on

Two Federal Reserve officials expressed opposition Wednesday to another interest rate cut at the central bank’s next meeting in December, further muddying the outlook for the Fed’s next steps. trib.al/q3JpWcp

Ken Burns is back with “The American Revolution,” a six-part, roughly 12-hour documentary that debuts Sunday night on WTTW-Ch. 11 and carries on over the next five nights. Clear your calendar.

US Mint ends production of the penny, its lowest denomination coin, in cost-saving move

Transit leaders Wednesday celebrated the staving off of fare hikes on the system next year. The CTA has not raised fares in years, and its initial budget proposal last month proposed a 25-cent-per-ride price increase.

Can federal immigration agents go in schools? Here’s what to know.

The end of the federal shutdown also brings an unexpected side effect: a nationwide ban on hemp products that get people high.

Chicago Bears Q&A: How do you assess the job Dennis Allen has done? What happened with Asante Samuel Jr.?

President Donald Trump signed a government funding bill Wednesday night, ending a record 43-day shutdown that caused financial stress for federal workers who went without paychecks, stranded scores of travelers at airports and generated long lines at some food banks.

China’s purchases of American soybeans appear to have stalled, less than two weeks after the U.S. touted a wide-ranging trade truce that signaled thawing relations between the world’s two biggest economies.

The Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr., the civil rights leader and founder of the Chicago-based Rainbow/PUSH Coalition, has been hospitalized.

Illinois is by far the biggest state for nuclear power, followed by Pennsylvania, with some other states lagging far behind.

Every big-league club is looking for pitching this time of year. Corner outfield depth and left-handed-hitting infield options are also on the offseason checklist for the Chicago White Sox.

2 Chicago cops who started drunken Wrigleyville brawl kept jobs after one-year suspensions trib.al/cCPEvrU

Attorneys who are alleging inhumane conditions at the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement processing center in Broadview will be able to take photographs, talk to detainees and include a detention expert in an unusual tour of the suburban facility, which will unfold over four hours on Thursday.

The House passed a bill to end the nation’s longest government shutdown, sending the measure to President Donald Trump for his signature after a historic 43-day funding lapse.

Commentary: Illinois Democrats are turning down federal dollars that could transform the lives of low-income students simply because the program originated under a Republican president.

A former top aide to California Gov. Gavin Newsom has been indicted on federal charges alleging her involvement in a scheme to steal campaign money from former federal Health Secretary Xavier Becerra.

What to know about President Donald Trump’s plan to give Americans a $2,000 tariff dividend

Why a Visa-Mastercard legal settlement could lead to your rewards credit card getting declined

After a decadeslong environmental justice fight, city officials and community activists gathered Wednesday on the Southeast Side to announce plans for a 43-acre lakefront park at the site of a toxic landfill that’s been operating along Lake Michigan for 40 years.

Chicago Cubs notes from the GM meetings: Kyle Hendricks retires — and how 2 top prospects fit in for 2026

2 Federal Reserve officials oppose an interest rate cut in December

The Mega Millions jackpot has grown to $965 million for Friday’s drawing, after no ticket matched all six numbers, according to lottery officials.

Chicago’s built environment will be the focus of a forthcoming magazine called the Chicago Review of Architecture, slated to come out next year. trib.al/nH3n9uJ

An exhibition commemorating the Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas attacks in Israel has arrived in Chicago.