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Chicago’s street vendors win a major legal victory as charges are dropped against nearly twenty vendors after a downtown crackdown, thanks to advocacy from the Street Vendors Association. Meanwhile, historic Louis Sullivan warehouse pieces are being repurposed to protect the South Shore’s lakefront near Rainbow Beach. Survivors of police torture and city officials break ground on a new memorial, h...

Evanston police close in on the April 21 shooting with the arrest of 20-year-old Damon Massie, the fourth person charged in the case. The incident began with gunfire inside a business near Howard and Custer, followed by shell casings and a nearby injury. After months of investigation, detectives tracked Massie down on Howard Street. He now faces felony mob action charges, joining three others alre...

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The Red Sox’s offseason gamble paid off in a big way—after letting go of Alex Bregman for a massive deal, they pulled off a steal by trading for Caleb Durbin, who’s now outpacing Bregman in production while costing a fraction of the salary. Durbin’s slow start gave way to a late-May explosion, hitting .300+ with a strong OPS, home runs, and RBIs, turning him into a vital piece for Boston. What sta...

Sophia Cochran, Naperville Central’s standout defender and fierce competitor, has officially committed to the University of Michigan soccer program — a dream she’s chased since watching Wolverines football games. A two-way threat who scored eight goals and dished six assists last season, she’s poised to bring her grit, athleticism, and relentless drive to “The Big House.” Her path to Ann Arbor was...

Barry Bonds’ 762 home runs make him baseball’s all-time king—but here’s the twist: he never held the franchise record for either the Pirates or Giants. Dive into MLB’s wild home run leaderboard, where legends like Bonds, plus two active players, reign supreme for their teams, while six franchises have never seen a 300-homer player. It’s a tale of unexpected records, long careers, and the diverse p...

New research reveals that deep focus during learning actually makes your brain more efficient—using less energy as you master complex tasks. Contrary to old beliefs that hard learning burns through mental fuel, this study shows that true understanding streamlines neural pathways, like an expert musician playing effortlessly. Scientists tracked brain activity and found energy-saving patterns during...

Late Thursday night on the South Side, a traffic stop spiraled into chaos when a 22-year-old driver resisted arrest, sped off, crashed, and then physically attacked two officers—both injured but stable. Meanwhile, Chicago endured five separate shootings across neighborhoods, leaving victims aged 20 to 69, including one man shot while walking and another struck in the wrist outside. Investigations...

A tense traffic stop on South Princeton Street spiraled into chaos when a 22-year-old resisted arrest, crashed his car, and attacked two officers—leaving all parties injured. Now, charges are pending as officials review the incident, highlighting how quickly routine stops can turn violent. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: adv...

Tech companies are strategically relocating to states with friendlier business climates, leaving behind jobs and innovation when regulations or taxes become too burdensome. This isn’t just theory — past moves have shown investment fleeing to more welcoming neighbors, impacting entire communities. As new legislation looms in certain states, the risk is clear: well-intentioned policies could uninten...

Jack Slightom’s baseball journey just exploded—he went from high school quarterback to top MLB pitching prospect in a year, slashing his ERA to a jaw-dropping 0.30 and dominating the mound with a fastball that now hits the upper 90s. Scouts are flooding his games, he’s attending the MLB draft combine, and even visited his dad’s hometown of St. Louis—proof that the kid who was just playing football...

The E. Jean Carroll vs. Donald Trump case just got a major twist as the Justice Department launches an investigation in Chicago, hinting at deeper layers to the legal battle and raising questions about why the Windy City is now at the center of this high-stakes drama. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This...

The Supreme Court just reaffirmed birthright citizenship, declaring nearly every child born on U.S. soil an automatic citizen — a unanimous nod to America’s founding creed of equality. While not all justices agreed, the ruling upholds a long-standing interpretation that excludes only children of foreign diplomats or invading forces. As debates over who truly belongs to America intensify, this deci...

Social Security is under serious threat as new federal policies risk slashing benefits by 22% starting in 2032 if Congress doesn’t act—impacting 60 million retirees and survivors. A 2025 tax break actually weakens the system by reducing its funding, while declining immigrant participation further strains it. These cuts hit women, Black, and Latino communities hardest, who rely most on Social Secur...

The Obama Presidential Center is reigniting Chicago’s South Side, pulling in visitors from Indiana and sparking renewed pride in neighborhoods like Woodlawn and Hyde Park—where memories of theaters, museums, and Harold’s Chicken are being rekindled. But it’s not just nostalgia; the Center is reshaping how people see the area, fueling a real reconnection. Meanwhile, Chicago’s infrastructure woes ar...

In the crushing depths of the Pacific, scientists have uncovered a glowing enigma: the Phantom Anglerfish. This eerie, bioluminescent predator lures prey in total darkness, revealing secrets of deep-sea survival and evolution. Its light-emitting organ may unlock breakthroughs in medical tech, while its genetics and feeding habits promise to reshape our understanding of oceanic ecosystems. With mor...

Christopher Nolan’s colossal new epic, “The Odyssey,” blasts onto screens as the first IMAX-only feature ever made, clocking in at 172 minutes and an R-rating. Shot entirely on IMAX cameras, the $250 million adaptation stars Matt Damon and Anne Hathaway, with Nolan drawing on his Evanston roots and childhood awe of IMAX to craft a visually stunning, emotionally charged retelling. He stripped Homer...

A Russian family fleeing war crimes and threats in their homeland now faces a harrowing new chapter: separated at the U.S.-Mexico border, with two adult children and a son-in-law detained after their asylum claims were denied, while the rest endure electronic monitoring in Chicago. Their story mirrors a troubling national trend — since 2024, Russian asylum seekers have seen plummeting approval rat...

A Chicago startup is revolutionizing fertility care by slashing costs and breaking down barriers for those dreaming of starting a family. Through smarter tech, streamlined operations, and transparent pricing, they’re making high-cost treatments accessible to thousands previously priced out. With new partnerships and expanded services, this bold new model could reshape the future of reproductive he...

The Pink Hat Guy, Jim Anixter, the legendary Cubs fan who wore his signature pink hat for six decades, has passed away at 81. His journey began in 1990 when he got the hat at the Home Run Derby to prove he was at the game — and it became his enduring symbol of loyalty. Known for his humor, generosity, and iconic presence, he was a fixture at Wrigley Field, even inspiring fans and legends alike. Hi...

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Eight billion humans—officially reached in November 2022—marks a historic milestone that’s hard to grasp, but the implications are real: from resource strain to environmental pressure, our planet is grappling with the consequences of this unprecedented population boom. While growth has slowed since its peak in the 1960s, the sheer scale means we’re still climbing. Experts warn it’s time to rethink...

Tiago Splitter, the new Chicago Bulls head coach, is making an immediate impact at Summer League with a no-nonsense, defensive-first approach that’s already earning praise from rookies Caleb Wilson and Dailyn Swain. Splitter’s clear communication, passion, and emphasis on fundamentals are setting a strong tone for the team’s future, signaling a hands-on leadership style rarely seen from NBA coache...

Fans who paid thousands for World Cup tickets via StubHub are being left stranded outside stadiums, unable to enter despite months of planning — and many say refunds don’t cover travel costs or the emotional gut-punch of missing deeply personal events. With thousands of similar complaints flooding social media and the Better Business Bureau slamming StubHub with an F rating, the platform’s “Fan Pr...

Haitian immigrants in Chicago are bracing for upheaval as Temporary Protected Status faces imminent cancellation, threatening the livelihoods of hundreds of thousands who fled disaster and built lives here — a decision slammed by advocates as unjust and heartless, with a last-ditch push to Congress for legislative salvation. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com...