Illinois lawmakers work on new Bears stadium bill as deadline looms
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State lawmakers are up against a midnight deadline on Sunday to pass major pieces of legislation, including a deal aimed at keeping the Bears in Illinois.

Illinois lawmakers reassess megaprojects bill. Might the Bears stay in Chicago?
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Illinois lawmakers overnight said they don't seem to have the votes to pass the megaprojects bill that the Bears want to build a new stadium in Arlington Heights, according to multiple outlets.

Chicago weather: Dry, warm conditions continue into midweek

Chicago-area residents can expect mostly dry and seasonable weather through the middle of the week, with only a slight chance of a few light sprinkles Sunday and early Monday.

Chicago raises final toast to Schlitz as the iconic beer is discontinued

Chicago beer fans gathered in Bridgeport to bid farewell to Schlitz after Pabst Brewing Company announced it is discontinuing the iconic beer brand following a 177-year run.

Chicagoans say goodbye to Schlitz beer
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After 177 years, Schlitz -the beer that made Milwaukee famous - is being discontinued by the Pabst Brewing Company.        And the suds sads are being felt here in Chicago where mourners gathered in Bridgeport today for a farewell and beer funeral.

Time is running out for megaprojects bill that includes Bears stadium
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 Lawmakers in Springfield are working down to the wire on a number of critical issues that have to be resolved before the end of session at midnight tomorrow night. They've been there for most of the day. One of the biggest headlines of course is the Bear's stadium proposal for Arlington Heights and the megaprojects bill to make that happen.         A short time ago I spoke with Marc Ganis, the president of Sports Corps. and an expert on stadium financing issues.

Missouri cuts funding for Dolly Parton’s free book program: reports

The popular book program founded by legendary country singer Dolly Parton reportedly suffered a budget cut in one of its available states.

Man found dead inside garbage container in Austin: police

A man was found dead inside a garbage container in the Austin neighborhood on Sunday, according to police.

Man named Loony Toon headed to prison for firing at police officers during chase

A man named Loony Toon is headed to prison for a long time after being convicted of firing shots at multiple police officers as he fled from a traffic stop last year.

Suspect charged in LaBough Woods sexual assault case: officials

A man has been charged with sexual assault of a woman at LaBough Woods last week, according to the Forest Preserves of Cook County.

Costco grape plants spark fears of devastating threat to American farms

Grape plants sold at several Costco locations in California may pose a serious threat to California vineyards and agriculture after inspectors discovered an invasive insect.

Three dead, one rescued after fall on Alaska’s Mount McKinley

Three climbers from a Latvian mountaineering expedition died after falling near Denali Pass on Alaska’s Mount McKinley, North America’s highest peak.