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Top mayoral aides assured the City Council on Monday that the full $260 million advance pension payment will be made, and that Mayor Johnson’s decision to make that payment in two installments to ease a cash flow crunch will not trigger another costly reduction in Chicago’s bond rating.
Mayoral aides explain Chicago's cash flow crunch that triggered partial pension payment
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February 10, 2026 at 4:46 AM
Top mayoral aides assured the City Council on Monday that the full $260 million advance pension payment will be made, and that Mayor Johnson’s decision to make that payment in two installments to ease a cash flow crunch will not trigger another costly reduction in Chicago’s bond rating.
Federal prosecutors in Chicago have accused 32 known defendants of non-immigration crimes tied to Midway Blitz. Fifteen of those defendants have already been cleared. Another member of that group was found not guilty at trial.
Tracking every known federal prosecution in Chicago tied to Trump’s immigration blitz
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February 10, 2026 at 3:46 AM
Federal prosecutors in Chicago have accused 32 known defendants of non-immigration crimes tied to Midway Blitz. Fifteen of those defendants have already been cleared. Another member of that group was found not guilty at trial.
The critically acclaimed “Bug” is now playing at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre on Broadway and reprises a staged version that appeared at Steppenwolf in 2021. The show features a lineup of Chicago theater vets, including the playwright's wife, Carrie Coon.
Playwright Tracy Letts on reviving ‘Bug’ on Broadway and putting ‘Midwest pragmatism’ on stage
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February 10, 2026 at 2:46 AM
The critically acclaimed “Bug” is now playing at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre on Broadway and reprises a staged version that appeared at Steppenwolf in 2021. The show features a lineup of Chicago theater vets, including the playwright's wife, Carrie Coon.
A plan to significantly boost funding for public education in Illinois has been introduced to both houses of the state Legislature as some lawmakers aim to eventually tax millionaires and digital advertisement to help bridge billions needed to finance schools.
Illinois lawmakers announce plan aimed at closing school funding gap
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February 10, 2026 at 2:01 AM
A plan to significantly boost funding for public education in Illinois has been introduced to both houses of the state Legislature as some lawmakers aim to eventually tax millionaires and digital advertisement to help bridge billions needed to finance schools.
Ald. Daniel La Spata (1st) convinced the City Council's Committee on Pedestrian and Traffic Safety he chairs to let Chicagoans use their cell phones to essentially become "snitches" and provide the city with recorded evidence of bus, bike lane and crosswalk parking violations.
Despite business community concerns, Council committee backs parking enforcement by citizens
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February 10, 2026 at 1:46 AM
Ald. Daniel La Spata (1st) convinced the City Council's Committee on Pedestrian and Traffic Safety he chairs to let Chicagoans use their cell phones to essentially become "snitches" and provide the city with recorded evidence of bus, bike lane and crosswalk parking violations.
A former White Sox pitching prospect is suing the team, claiming he was pushed into taking a COVID-19 vaccination in 2021 that resulted in severe allergic reactions that derailed his career. Numerous studies have shown the vaccine is safe and that severe allergic reactions are exceedingly rare.
Former prospect sues White Sox claiming COVID-19 vaccination ended his career
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February 10, 2026 at 1:01 AM
A former White Sox pitching prospect is suing the team, claiming he was pushed into taking a COVID-19 vaccination in 2021 that resulted in severe allergic reactions that derailed his career. Numerous studies have shown the vaccine is safe and that severe allergic reactions are exceedingly rare.
Prosecutors have dropped charges against nearly two dozen people arrested during a clergy-led protest outside the Broadview ICE facility last fall.
Cook County prosecutors drop charges against 19 arrested during clergy-led protest at Broadview ICE facility
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February 10, 2026 at 12:16 AM
Prosecutors have dropped charges against nearly two dozen people arrested during a clergy-led protest outside the Broadview ICE facility last fall.
The Trump administration has officially denied an appeal from the state of Illinois for disaster relief funds for summer storms last year that affected 438,000 residents in five Illinois counties.
Trump administration denies Illinois appeal for summer storms disaster relief
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February 9, 2026 at 11:16 PM
The Trump administration has officially denied an appeal from the state of Illinois for disaster relief funds for summer storms last year that affected 438,000 residents in five Illinois counties.
In a full-page ad in Sunday's Tribune, Alden Global Capital said it could pay 30% more than others for employee-owned Paddock Publications and offer employees better terms. Crystal Lake-based Shaw Media could be another bidder.
Chicago Tribune owner Alden wants to acquire publisher of northwest suburban Daily Herald
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February 9, 2026 at 10:16 PM
In a full-page ad in Sunday's Tribune, Alden Global Capital said it could pay 30% more than others for employee-owned Paddock Publications and offer employees better terms. Crystal Lake-based Shaw Media could be another bidder.
A $10,000 reward was being offered for information leading to an arrest in the deadly shooting of a much loved Office of Emergency Management and Communications employee Friday morning in her West Ridge apartment.
$10,000 reward for arrest offered after 'senseless' deadly shooting of OEMC employee in West Ridge
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February 9, 2026 at 9:16 PM
A $10,000 reward was being offered for information leading to an arrest in the deadly shooting of a much loved Office of Emergency Management and Communications employee Friday morning in her West Ridge apartment.
Cardinal Blase Cupich is calling on the White House to apologize after President Donald Trump shared a racist social media post that depicted former President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama as primates.
Cardinal Blase Cupich calls for White House to apologize for racist video depicting Obamas as primates
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February 9, 2026 at 8:16 PM
Cardinal Blase Cupich is calling on the White House to apologize after President Donald Trump shared a racist social media post that depicted former President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama as primates.
Chicago City Council members on Wednesday are weighing another $29.1 million in settlements linked to allegations of police misconduct committed by now retired Chicago police Det. Reynaldo Guevara. All four proposed recipients were framed for murders they did not commit.
City Hall faces another $29.1 million in settlements tied to corrupt Chicago police Det. Reynaldo Guevara
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February 9, 2026 at 6:57 PM
Chicago City Council members on Wednesday are weighing another $29.1 million in settlements linked to allegations of police misconduct committed by now retired Chicago police Det. Reynaldo Guevara. All four proposed recipients were framed for murders they did not commit.
“It has been an absolutely unbelievable, unforgettable, life-changing experience all-around,” Guerrero said Sunday night. “To be part of it, honestly, is one of the greatest joys in my life and something that will stay with me forever.”
Bad Bunny taps Chicago conductor to lead surprise orchestra in Super Bowl halftime show
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February 9, 2026 at 4:17 PM
“It has been an absolutely unbelievable, unforgettable, life-changing experience all-around,” Guerrero said Sunday night. “To be part of it, honestly, is one of the greatest joys in my life and something that will stay with me forever.”
Nationally, more than 8,000 Asian immigrants have been arrested since Trump returned to office. There have been numerous examples across the country of Asians — including American citizens and those with legal status — being arrested as part of Trump’s mass deportation campaign.
Chicago-area Asians were arrested in Midway Blitz. They kept quiet about it, for a while.
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February 9, 2026 at 2:47 PM
Nationally, more than 8,000 Asian immigrants have been arrested since Trump returned to office. There have been numerous examples across the country of Asians — including American citizens and those with legal status — being arrested as part of Trump’s mass deportation campaign.
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Today's lead: The employers whose workers need SNAP
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A new week and a new @chicago.suntimes.com morning news roundup for you.
Today's lead: The employers whose workers need SNAP
Plus: Midway Blitz’s toll on Asian families, roundabouts arise and more. chicago.suntimes.com/morning-edit...
Employers whose workers need SNAP
Plus: Midway Blitz's toll on Asian families, roundabouts arise and more.
chicago.suntimes.com
February 9, 2026 at 2:16 PM
Good morning. ☕
A new week and a new @chicago.suntimes.com morning news roundup for you.
Today's lead: The employers whose workers need SNAP
Plus: Midway Blitz’s toll on Asian families, roundabouts arise and more. chicago.suntimes.com/morning-edit...
A new week and a new @chicago.suntimes.com morning news roundup for you.
Today's lead: The employers whose workers need SNAP
Plus: Midway Blitz’s toll on Asian families, roundabouts arise and more. chicago.suntimes.com/morning-edit...
In Humboldt Park, there was no doubt the highlight of Super Bowl Sunday was Bad Bunny's halftime show: “Despite all of the negativity, he’s brought communities together.”
Joy fills Humboldt Park during ‘Benito Bowl’ halftime show watch party: 'It’s a good day to be Puerto Rican'
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February 9, 2026 at 1:22 PM
In Humboldt Park, there was no doubt the highlight of Super Bowl Sunday was Bad Bunny's halftime show: “Despite all of the negativity, he’s brought communities together.”
What do Illinois state laws say about guns at protests and in interactions with officers? Does possession of a firearm around a federal immigration agent put someone at greater risk for violence? The Chicago Sun-Times asked experts and gun rights advocates to weigh in.
What to know about Illinois gun rights around federal immigration agents
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February 8, 2026 at 11:46 PM
What do Illinois state laws say about guns at protests and in interactions with officers? Does possession of a firearm around a federal immigration agent put someone at greater risk for violence? The Chicago Sun-Times asked experts and gun rights advocates to weigh in.
Cubs fans will be seeing more of Anthony Rizzo — on TV.
During its Super Bowl pregame show Sunday, NBC announced that Rizzo, Clayton Kershaw and Joey Votto will be part of its MLB coverage, which begins this season.
During its Super Bowl pregame show Sunday, NBC announced that Rizzo, Clayton Kershaw and Joey Votto will be part of its MLB coverage, which begins this season.
NBC announces Cubs great Anthony Rizzo will be part of its MLB coverage
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February 8, 2026 at 10:46 PM
Cubs fans will be seeing more of Anthony Rizzo — on TV.
During its Super Bowl pregame show Sunday, NBC announced that Rizzo, Clayton Kershaw and Joey Votto will be part of its MLB coverage, which begins this season.
During its Super Bowl pregame show Sunday, NBC announced that Rizzo, Clayton Kershaw and Joey Votto will be part of its MLB coverage, which begins this season.
Waukegan police shot and killed a man who attempted suicide Saturday afternoon. The 58-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene. The department did not say what led to the shooting.
Waukegan police fatally shot man who attempted suicide
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February 8, 2026 at 9:46 PM
Waukegan police shot and killed a man who attempted suicide Saturday afternoon. The 58-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene. The department did not say what led to the shooting.
Cook County State’s Attorney Eileen O’Neill Burke told her staff Friday that Mayor Brandon Johnson’s executive order targeting federal immigration agents is inappropriate and could jeopardize criminal prosecutions.
County's top prosecutor calls Mayor Brandon Johnson's ICE executive order 'wholly inappropriate'
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February 8, 2026 at 8:46 PM
Cook County State’s Attorney Eileen O’Neill Burke told her staff Friday that Mayor Brandon Johnson’s executive order targeting federal immigration agents is inappropriate and could jeopardize criminal prosecutions.
If you’re looking to celebrate the historic performance, here’s a list of the hottest Super Bowl watch parties across the city and suburbs.
Want to party the Chicago-Rican way? Here's where to watch Bad Bunny's halftime show in the Chicago area
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February 8, 2026 at 8:16 PM
If you’re looking to celebrate the historic performance, here’s a list of the hottest Super Bowl watch parties across the city and suburbs.
A driver died after crashing into the back of a stationary CTA bus early Sunday in the Lower West Side neighborhood, Chicago police said.
Driver died after rear-ending CTA bus on Lower West Side
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February 8, 2026 at 7:46 PM
A driver died after crashing into the back of a stationary CTA bus early Sunday in the Lower West Side neighborhood, Chicago police said.
The new exhibit features sleek vehicles owned by local enthusiasts, including finalists vying to be crowned the Chi-Town Alley Showcase winner. Participants say the attraction puts a needed spotlight on the Chicago car scene.
Chicago Auto Show's Chi-Town Alley celebrates best of the city's 'hidden' car culture
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February 8, 2026 at 6:46 PM
The new exhibit features sleek vehicles owned by local enthusiasts, including finalists vying to be crowned the Chi-Town Alley Showcase winner. Participants say the attraction puts a needed spotlight on the Chicago car scene.
Nikola jokic was unstoppable all night long, but for three quarters the Bulls made the Denver big man work, actually leading the game until the fourth. Then it was lights out. The kind of game in which Billy Donovan saw some positives but also reality.
'Joke' is on the new-look Bulls roster in what was great night to tank
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February 8, 2026 at 5:46 PM
Nikola jokic was unstoppable all night long, but for three quarters the Bulls made the Denver big man work, actually leading the game until the fourth. Then it was lights out. The kind of game in which Billy Donovan saw some positives but also reality.
A Lake County couple has been charged with murder and child endangerment after an 8-year-old boy found in their home Friday died. The boy and his 10-year-old brother, who was hospitalized, showed signs of abuse and malnourishment, police said.
Lake County mother, boyfriend charged in death of 8-year-old boy
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February 8, 2026 at 4:46 PM
A Lake County couple has been charged with murder and child endangerment after an 8-year-old boy found in their home Friday died. The boy and his 10-year-old brother, who was hospitalized, showed signs of abuse and malnourishment, police said.