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Hammond's mayor speaks out on Bears stadium talks

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Bears considering two potential sites in Hammond, Indiana

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Chicago-area home listings to return to Zillow after federal judge ruling

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Thousands of Chicago-area home listings removed from Zillow over dispute

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Chicago Politics

New Illinois laws on driver's licenses for seniors, cyber-bullying to take effect

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Chicago mayoral election looms in 2027, but when is it and who is running?

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Illinois comptroller Susana Mendoza launches Chicago mayoral bid for 2027 election

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Things to do in the Chicago area over Memorial Day weekend

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The art of making paper by hand in Chicago

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