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    Alderman seeks power to ban short-term rentals from Chicago precincts [Tribune]

    As Top Street Fest Producer Closes, Lawsuit Emerges Over Handling Of Taste Of Randolph [Block Club]

    A Chicago judge says an immigrant who was framed for threatening Trump can be freed [WBEZ]

    Program to help CHA residents build savings, financial freedom comes to Chicago [Sun-Times]

    Top Spot at Chicago Film Office Finally Filled: Chicago Native Natasha Olguin Tapped for Key Cultural Post [WTTW]

    Northwestern announces cuts, cost-saving measures as federal funding freeze hits home [Crain's]

    Springfield headlines:

    Michael Madigan is being sentenced Friday. Here's what you need to know. [Sun-Times]

    New Illinois laws aim to make streets safer for bikers, pedestrians [Daily Herald]

    ComEd offers $500 payments for customers who can’t pay electric bills [Sun-Times]

    Michael Madigan, ComEd and corruption: How the investigation into the ex-Illinois Speaker unfolded [Tribune] 

    Illinois Senate President Don Harmon faces potential $9.8 million fine for improperly accepting campaign cash [Tribune]

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