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Consumer Safety: An Oregon-based ice cream maker issued a voluntary recall after possible metal contamination, with affected flavors shipped to Illinois and 16 other states. Local Impact: In Madison County, an Illinois ice cream shop temporarily shut down after a threatening phone call demanding money be left for pickup—police say other businesses reported similar calls. Politics & Power: The U.S. Supreme Court rejected Virginia Democrats’ bid to block a redrawn congressional map, preserving a setup that could favor Republicans in November. Illinois Policy: Illinois Senate passed auto insurance reforms aimed at limiting unfair rate practices and boosting notice requirements for big renewal hikes. Business & Tech: Starbucks confirmed it will cut about 300 corporate jobs and close regional offices as it pushes a turnaround. Sports: The Chicago Sky host the Minnesota Lynx tonight, with Rickea Jackson’s early scoring surge putting pressure on Minnesota’s lineup.

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Chicago pastor gathers hundreds of men to declare violence-free zone on South Side

Chicago pastor gathers hundreds of men to declare violence-free zone on South Side

Chicago street gang leader Larry Hoover’s clemency bid now in Gov. JB Pritzker’s hands

Chicago street gang leader Larry Hoover’s clemency bid now in Gov. JB Pritzker’s hands

Illinois House and Senate approve expanded reporting rules for private education lenders

Illinois House and Senate approve expanded reporting rules for private education lenders

Skokie ranks 182nd highest in Illinois for per-household pension tax burden in FY 2024

Skokie ranks 182nd highest in Illinois for per-household pension tax burden in FY 2024

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Can tiny particles cool the planet? One tech company says yes

Bill updating Chicago Teachers’ Pension Fund trustee election deadlines advances through Illinois Legislature

Bill updating Chicago Teachers’ Pension Fund trustee election deadlines advances through Illinois Legislature

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Rohr’s prescription monitoring bill advances through Illinois Legislature


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