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City officials confirmed reports that President Trump is sending ICE tactical teams to Chicago, the same move that sparked massive protests in Los Angeles.
RIPPLE EFFECT: Thousands of demonstrators marched through downtown Chicago on Tuesday, stopping traffic in the Loop and along DuSable Lake Shore Drive to protest the Trump administration’s immigration raids that have erupted in California and across the country.
Several players impressed during minicamp, including rookies Kyle Monangai, Ruben Hyppolite II, and Ozzy Trapilo. Returning players Dominique Robinson and Devin Duvernay also stood out, potentially earning larger roles this season. Head Coach Ben Johnson praised the progress and performance of several players.
Hats off to Pope Leo XIV for bringing a touch of Chicago to Vatican City. The newly installed pope is a devout fan of the Chicago White Sox. In fact, long before he was appointed the leader of the Catholic Church, he was filmed in the crowd of Game 1 of the 2005 World Series, which the White Sox won.
The "CTA Chats" will be held throughout the summer as officials seek feedback from commuters on daily travel and improvements they want to see.
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As the Trump administration targets diversity, equity and inclusion efforts, Bally's has expanded its Chicago casino investment program with a preference for city residents.
1964: A news conference held by the Rolling Stones in Nathaniel Hale Court outside Tribune Tower was abruptly ended when Larry Koznatz, a barber at the Chicago Sheraton (now Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk) hotel, offered to give the five lads hair cuts.
During his weekly general audience in St. Peter's Square on June 11, noted White Sox fan Pope Leo XIV donned a Chicago cap to take a picture with a newly married couple, the groom also sporting a White Sox hat.
The Chicago Cubs visit the Philadelphia Phillies for the Wednesday finale of a 3-game series at Citizens Bank Park.
The Bears finish up their offseason training program this week, and it's mostly rookies, but Williams made sure to attend.
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A Chicago firefighter was in the ICU Monday after he was injured while competing in a race last week. Jose Perez was seriously hurt during the swimming portion of the San Francisco Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon. Perez underwent emergency spinal surgery and was recovering Monday.
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Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson encouraged his city to protest the Trump administration’s immigration raids across the country. “I am counting on all of Chicago to resist in this moment,” said Johnson, who is a Democrat. “Whatever particular vulnerable group is being targeted today, another group will be next.”