Gmail revolutionized email 20 years ago, people thought it was Google’s April Fools’ Day joke

Besides the quantum leap in storage, Gmail also came equipped with Google’s search technology so users could quickly retrieve a tidbit from an old email, photo or other personal information stored on the service.

Alderman responds to flag burning backlash
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25th Ward Alderman Byron Sigcho-Lopez is responding to the backlash over his attendance at a protest where an American flag was burned.

Crash involving CTA bus leaves 13 injured
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At least 13 people were taken to hospitals after a CTA bus reportedly crashed into a light pole at 79th Street and Cottage Grove on Friday.

Chicago mayor defends alderman after flag burning incident
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Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson stood up for an alderman who is facing backlash over a flag burning incident outside of City Hall.

TikTok ban bill favored by slim majority of Americans, poll finds

The House passed a bill earlier this month requiring Chinese company ByteDance to sell the social media platform or face a ban.

Chicago police seek suspects in Near West Side robberies

Chicago police are looking to identify two suspects accused of committing several robberies on the Near West Side this month.

Across America: DeSantis, Disney reach settlement
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A settlement has been reached in the legal back-and-forth between Disney and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis.

Illinois Supreme Court to hear actor Jussie Smollett's appeal of conviction for staging racist attack

The Illinois Supreme Court will hear an appeal of actor Jussie Smollett's disorderly conduct conviction for staging a racist and homophobic attack against himself in 2019, then lying to Chicago police about it.

Chicago veterinarian denied bond in child porn case
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A judge denied pre-trial release for a Chicago veterinarian accused of planning to sexually assault his unborn child.

Chicago Park District workers vote to strike over wages, benefits

Workers from the Chicago Park District have voted in favor of going on strike as they seek resolution to grievances related to low wages and inadequate benefits.

Chicago Park District workers vote to strike
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Workers from the Chicago Park District have voted in favor of going on strike as they seek resolution to grievances related to low wages and inadequate benefits.

From streets to stability: Chicago nonprofit offers lifeline to city's homeless community

There are roughly 68,000 people experiencing homelessness in Chicago, a staggering number that is the driving force behind the mission of one local nonprofit. Through outreach, they are providing a threshold to new beginnings.

Chicago nonprofit offers lifeline to city's homeless community
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There are roughly 68,000 people experiencing homelessness in Chicago, a staggering number that is the driving force behind the mission of one local nonprofit. Through outreach, they are providing a threshold to new beginnings.