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Playing less than an hour away from his hometown, Loop gave his family plenty to cheer for. In his first NFL road game, the rookie made 5-of-6 field-goal attempts, including a late 53-yarder. His lone ...

Lawmakers return to Springfield. Illinois Congressional Democrats call for President Trump’s removal and Jesse Jackson’s Rainbow Push names its new leader. Efforts begin to rename Pilsen’s Cesar ...

Chicago Mayor Johnson battles alders over budget. Plus, Northwestern agrees to pay $75 million in a deal with the federal government. A new independent candidate enters the race for retiring ...