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Watching cicadas emerge made me feel something special about my own species

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A recent tour of cicadas emerging in Skokie gave Lulu Miller and other participants a chance to learn about the insects up close.

Cicada-infused Malört available at Lombard brewpub

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The cicada-infused Malört shots at Noon Whistle Brewing in Lombard sell for $5 each. | Joey Giardiniera

Howard Brown Health to close Diversey and Thresholds South clinics in Chicago

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Howard Brown Health, located at 4025 N. Sheridan Road. in the Uptown neighborhood. The company is closing its Diversey and Threshold South clinics this fall to offset an expected budget deficit.

En Pilsen, un grupo fomenta el diálogo interno positivo y la inteligencia emocional entre las niñas

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Las participantes juegan con arena durante una reunión reciente del Club GLOW.

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¡Un zumbido emocionante! Las cigarras aparecen en Chicago después de 17 años

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Una cigarra se aleja volando el viernes por la tarde de Stephanie Adams, responsable de la salud de las plantas en el Morton Arboretum. Las cigarras periódicas han emergido en el área de Chicago para su visita regular de 17 años.

Bus driver cited after 3 school buses collide on I-55 near Braidwood, sending 11 kids to hospitals

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A bus driver has been cited for causing a chain-reaction crash involving three school buses that sent 11 students to hospitals in Will County near Braidwood on Tuesday morning, state police said.

Red Lobster se declara en bancarrota días después de cerrar docenas de restaurantes

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Un restaurante Red Lobster en Torrance, California, que cerró como parte de un plan de la compañía para cerrar más de 50 locales, incluyendo dos en Illinois.

City Council member angered by game of musical committee chairs

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In November, Ald. Emma Mitts (37th) spoke on the City Council floor, telling her version of the allegations that prompted the ouster of Ald. Carlos Ramirez-Rosa (seated, far left)as Mayor Brandon Johnson’s floor leader and chair of the…

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ShotSpotter CEO makes case for Chicago keeping gunshot-detection technology

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ShotSpotter equipment in Chicago. A proposal before the Chicago City Council would prevent Mayor Brandon Johnson from canceling the city’s ShotSpotter contract.

First responders stage water rescue drill to promote safety along Lake Michigan this summer

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First responders staged a dramatic rescue at Navy Pier that attracted onlookers and tourists on Tuesday.

Let's end the stigma around seeking mental health care

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Roughly 25% of Americans will have a diagnosable mental health condition during their lifetime.

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Ex-Bears QB Justin Fields 'nowhere near my ceiling' as he relaunches career with Steelers

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Former Bears quarterback Justin Fields, left, arrives at U.S. Bank Stadium before a game against the Minnesota Vikings on Nov. 27, 2023.

Bulls guard Alex Caruso continues stacking up postseason hardware

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Bulls guard Alex Caruso has now earned back-to-back All-Defensive Team honors, following up last season’s first team by grabbing second team this season.

For White Sox' Andrew Vaughn, the struggle is real 'but you have to go on to the next pitch'

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The White Sox’ Andrew Vaughn hits an RBI single against the Yankees on May 17, 2024, in New York.

Family physicians are on the front lines of mental health care

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Illinois was the first state to enact a law that requires private and public insurance programs to reimburse integrated care to treat common mental health conditions in medical settings such as family physicians’ offices.

5 people overdose in Near West Side apartment: cops

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A Chicago Fire Department ambulance | Sun-Times file photo

Good riddance to the presidential debate commission

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Donald Trump and Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden participate in the first presidential debate of 2020 at Case Western Reserve University on Sept. 29 in Cleveland, Ohio.

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Babe Ruth's 'Called Shot' jersey vs. Cubs is up for auction

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Babe Ruth’s “Called Shot” jersey from the 1932 World Series against the Cubs is up for auction.

CTA, Metra got you down? Go to Boston to see how good Chicago has it

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Aboard the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority Fitchburg line to Wachusett. The cars are wider, lower and shabbier than Metra cars. And weirdly two-tone. A 25-mile trip cost $10.40.

Chicago fishing: It's all going, even the cicadas, as befits May

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Vince Oppedisano holds a big channel catfish he caught and released on the Fox River.

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Former Florida recruit Jaden Rashada sues over failed NIL deal worth nearly $14 million

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Quarterback Jaden Rashada, a former Florida recruit, has sued Gators coach Billy Napier and the program’s top booster over a failed name, image and likeness deal worth nearly $14 million.

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From loose pedal swans to Montrose Horseshoe, Chicago fishing advisory committee has much to consider

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A pedal swan, a source of annoyance among anglers and residents, sailed loose on Humboldt Lake.

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Is Chicago becoming a city for cyclists? Sun-Times readers weigh in on why they're biking more — or not

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Amir Arnold rides a bike during a bike giveaway and bicycle safety camp event at Union Park in the West Town neighborhood, Saturday morning, Aug. 28, 2021. The giveaway was hosted by the 27th Ward.

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Motorcyclist killed in McKinley Park wreck

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Chicago Police Department | Sun-Times file photo

Statewide public defense office would help Illinois counties in need of support

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Illinois has not significantly changed its public defense structure since 1949.

Dear Abby: Husband says he no longer gets high, but clearly he does

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DEAR ABBY: My husband and I have been married for 10 years, together for 12. We have no children together, but I have four from a previous marriage. Two are grown and have moved out; two are still home and in high school.

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Menu planner: Complement a wholesome meal with lemon-mint sugar snap peas

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Lemon mint sugar snap peas are just the side dish to go with scallops in peanut sauce over spaghetti.

DMV adds Saturday hours for Chicago teens getting first drivers licenses

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A student gets ready to drive around the parking lot at William Howard Taft High School in a Nissan Leaf.

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Horoscope for Tuesday, May 21, 2024

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There are no restrictions to shopping or important decisions today. The Moon is in Scorpio.

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White Sox DFA Brad Keller, lose to Blue Jays in series opener

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White Sox starting pitcher Brad Keller leaves during the fifth inning of a game against the New York Yankees on May 18, 2024, in New York. The Yankees won 6-1.