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March 1, 2026
Nick Martinelli’s basket with 1.8 seconds left gives Northwestern a 63-62 win over Oregon
Nick Martinelli scored 22 points, including the game-winner with 1.8 seconds left, for Northwestern in a 63-62 win over Oregon on Saturday.
Chicago Tribune
February 28, 2026
A look at Middle East figures killed by Israel in recent years
Israel has killed multiple senior officials with Iran’s armed proxies like Hamas in Gaza and Hezbollah in Lebanon since the Hamas-led attack...
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February 28, 2026
Chicago Fire ride Jonathan Bamba’s 1st-half goal to 3-0 win over Montreal in home opener at Soldier Field
Jonathan Bamba scored in the first half, and the Chicago Fire scored twice in stoppage time to secure a 3-0 win over CF Montreal in their ho...
Chicago Tribune
February 28, 2026
Chicago Cubs first baseman Michael Busch embraces routine and is ready for next challenge: facing lefties
The Chicago Cubs are counting on first baseman Michael Busch, 28, to be an important part of what should be one of the league’s best lineups...
Chicago Tribune
February 28, 2026
President Trump’s ‘America First’ campaign battle cry gives way to military strikes abroad
President Donald Trump, whose fierce denunciation of military adventurism abroad fueled his unlikely rise to the top of the Republican Party...
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February 28, 2026
Living Fresh Market holds 60-second shopping spree to celebrate Black History Month
Four lucky winners raced through the Forest Park grocery store, gathering everything from meat to laundry detergent.
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February 28, 2026
Hundreds of thousands of travelers stranded by flight disruptions after attack on Iran
America and Israel’s attack on Iran disrupted flights across the Middle East and beyond Saturday as countries around the region closed their...
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February 28, 2026
Progress reports for Chicago White Sox pitching prospects Noah Schultz, Tanner McDougal and Hagen Smith
Chicago White Sox pitching prospects Noah Schultz, Tanner McDougal and Hagen Smith continue to make progress as they gear up for the upcomin...
Chicago Tribune
February 28, 2026
What to know about the clash between the Pentagon and Anthropic over military’s AI use
A high-stakes dispute over military use of artificial intelligence erupted into public view this week as Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth brus...
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February 28, 2026
UN chief condemns US-Israeli attacks on Iran during emergency Security Council meeting
The United Nations chief condemned the U.S.-Israeli airstrikes on Iran and called for an immediate return to negotiations “to pull the regio...
Chicago Tribune
February 28, 2026
Teuvo Teräväinen rejoins Chicago Blackhawks after ‘awesome experience’ winning bronze with Finland at Olympics
Chicago Blackhawks center Teuvo Teräväinen spoke about his Winter Olympics experience with Team Finland in Milan as he gets back to the NHL...
Chicago Tribune
February 28, 2026
Mexican authorities hand over body of ‘El Mencho’ to his family
Mexican authorities returned the body of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as “El Mencho,” to his family after he was killed by the Mexican...
Chicago Tribune
February 28, 2026
A look at Iran’s key political and religious figures
The U.S. and Israel launched a major attack on Iran on Saturday, and U.S. President Donald Trump called on the Iranian public to “seize cont...
Chicago Tribune
February 28, 2026
Leading Illinois Democrats denounce President Donald Trump’s military strikes in Iran
The U.S. military’s strikes on Iran provided added impetus for leading Illinois Democrats to step up their criticism of Republican President...
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February 28, 2026
What to know about US-Israel attacks on Iran
The U.S. and Israel attacked Iran on Saturday in what President Donald Trump said was a massive operation to destroy the country’s military...
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February 28, 2026
War powers debate intensifies after President Trump orders attack on Iran without approval by Congress
Key members of Congress are demanding a swift vote on a war powers resolution that would restrain President Donald Trump’s military attack o...
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February 28, 2026
World leaders react cautiously to US and Israeli strikes on Iran as fears of a wider war grow
World leaders have responded cautiously after U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran raised fears of a wider war.
Chicago Tribune
February 28, 2026
United Steelworkers concerned with Supreme Court tariff decision
The USW president said in a statement that the country’s trade system needs revamped after the U.S. Supreme Court’s recent tariff decision.
Chicago Tribune
February 28, 2026
Indiana ends 2026 legislative session
The Indiana legislature completed the 2026 session Friday evening with final approvals of bills dealing with the creation a “military police...
Chicago Tribune
February 28, 2026
US and Israel launch major attack on Iran, while President Trump urges Iranians to ‘take over your government’
The U.S. and Israel launched a major attack on Iran on Saturday, and President Donald Trump called on the Iranian public to “seize control o...
Chicago Tribune
February 28, 2026
Man fatally wounded overnight in drive-by shooting on Southwest Side
A 30-year-old man was pronounced dead after he was shot multiple times in a drive-by shooting overnight in the Chicago Lawn neighborhood.
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February 28, 2026
As NHL trade deadline looms, Chicago Blackhawks veterans try not ‘to let the noise creep in’
By the time the Chicago Blackhawks return to the United Center, the roster might look a little different.
Chicago Tribune
February 28, 2026
Team USA’s golden sweep in Olympic hockey led to celebrations that turned complicated
The United States swept the hockey gold medals at the Winter Olympics for the first time. It set off a celebration that quickly became polit...
Chicago Tribune
February 28, 2026
St. Cabrini statue in place of ousted Columbus brings mixed reactions from neighbors, local Italian Americans
The choice to replace an ousted Columbus statue in Chicago’s Little Italy with a new statue of Italian-born St. Cabrini is a complicated out...
Chicago Tribune
February 28, 2026
Snowballs and strikes: New Chicago baseball team ready to hit the diamond
Come May 3, the Chicago Snowballs will put their spin — a la the Savannah Bananas — on America’s pastime, a moment owners say already has th...
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February 28, 2026
Ex-Illinois inmate’s lawsuit over forced labor induction tests Gov. JB Pritzker on reproductive rights
Illinois has positioned itself as a national safeguard for reproductive rights. But new case raises questions about how those principles are...
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February 28, 2026
Letters: Jewel-Osco should toss its unfriendly app
Don’t frustrate your loyal customers who make you successful. Throw out that unfriendly app.
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February 28, 2026
Biblioracle: Remembering the genius of ‘Bookworm’ host Michael Silverblatt
Michael Silverblatt’s particular genius was not in what a novel or story said, but how it went about saying it.
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February 28, 2026
Gardeners, remember it’s still winter
Here are some tips for gardening — and not gardening — in late winter and early spring.
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February 28, 2026
Today in Chicago History: Judge Joan Lefkow finds husband and mother shot dead in the basement of her home
Here’s a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on Feb. 28, according to the Tribune’s archives.
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February 28, 2026
Today in History: Waco Siege begins
On Feb. 28, 1993, a gun battle erupted at a religious compound near Waco, Texas, when Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms agents tried t...
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February 28, 2026
Asking Eric: Try to have a meaningful conversation
Dear Eric: I rarely see my son, when I do see him, it is always just for the holidays. We talk on the phone frequently and he asks for money...
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February 28, 2026
Photos: No. 3 Michigan 84, No. 10 Illinois 70
Photos from No. 10 Illinois’ 84-70 loss to No. 3 Michigan in a Big Ten matchup at State Farm Center on Feb. 27, 2026, in Champaign.
Chicago Tribune
February 28, 2026
No. 10 Illinois outclassed in 84-70 loss to Morez Johnson Jr. and No. 3 Michigan, who clinch Big Ten title
Morez Johnson Jr. and No. 3 Michigan clinched the Big Ten regular-season title Friday night with a convincing 84-70 win over No. 10 Illinois...
Chicago Tribune
February 28, 2026
Former MLB pitcher Daniel Serafini sentenced to life in prison without parole for shooting his in-laws
Former MLB pitcher Daniel Serafini was sentenced Friday to life in prison without the possibility of parole in the 2021 shooting of his wife...
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February 28, 2026
With airlines in flight-adding frenzy, FAA says flight reductions are needed at O’Hare
The Federal Aviation Administration says flight reductions are necessary at O’Hare International Airport this summer, citing planned increas...
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February 28, 2026
Chicago Cubs newcomer Edward Cabrera flashes elite stuff in perfect Cactus League debut
Edward Cabrera flashed the type of electric stuff Friday in his Cactus League debut that showed why the Chicago Cubs coveted the 27-year-old...
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February 28, 2026
Two arrested in infamous South Shore immigration raid among dozens that violated consent decree, judge rules
The arrests of two people in the infamous overnight raid of an apartment building in South Shore were among more than 30 Operation Midway Bl...
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February 28, 2026
Daily Horoscope for February 28, 2026
Soft words can mend small rifts around us. With educated Mercury conjoining lovely Venus at 12:35 am EST, messages are best sent with affect...
Chicago Tribune
February 27, 2026
In effort to recoup after years of financial strain, Hawthorne Race Course files for bankruptcy
After years of financial turmoil, Hawthorne Race Course filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in Chicago on Friday.
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February 27, 2026
Chicago Public Schools transition fair helps students with disabilities plan for what’s next
Chicago Public Schools hosted the Transition Fair, a two-day event that connects students with disabilities to post-secondary opportunities.
Chicago Tribune
February 27, 2026
Far-right influencer Nick Fuentes provides apology letter to Berwyn woman he allegedly pepper-sprayed
Far-right influencer Nick Fuentes wrote an apology letter to Marla Rose, who he was accused of pepper-spraying in 2024 as she attempted to r...
Chicago Tribune
February 27, 2026
Indiana Democratic secretary of state candidates speak at NWI forum
Candidates Beau Bayh and Blythe Potter participated in Thursday’s forum, where they answered questions about their goals for the office.
Chicago Tribune
February 27, 2026
Atlanta Falcons fire assistant coach LaTroy Lewis amid sexual assault investigation
The Atlanta Falcons dismissed assistant defensive line coach LaTroy Lewis on Friday, just hours before he was named as a suspect in a sexual...
Chicago Tribune
February 27, 2026
NFL salary cap for 2026 hits new high at $301.2 million as part of 40% increase over 5 years
The NFL salary cap has topped $300 million for the first time, landing at $301.2 million in 2026 for a $22 million increase over last year.
Chicago Tribune
February 27, 2026
Valparaiso High School students walk out in ICE protest
Valparaiso High School students walked out Friday in protest of Immigration and Customs Enforcement violence and deportations.
Chicago Tribune
February 27, 2026
Chicago hotel tax backed by industry to boost tourism advances in City Council
The new “Tourism Improvement District” backed by hotel, labor and business groups would allow dozens of large Chicago hotels to impose a new...
Chicago Tribune
February 27, 2026
Pair of Chicago Tribune journalists wins top-10 honors in Associated Press Sports Editors contest
The Chicago Tribune’s Julia Poe and Armando L. Sanchez were recognized in the annual Associated Press Sports Editors contest as among the be...
Chicago Tribune
February 27, 2026
Orland District 230 board disagrees on process to add Arabic language class
The Orland High School District 230 board spent more than an hour Thursday discussing a proposal to add Arabic as a world language in distri...
Chicago Tribune
February 27, 2026