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Tribune Opinion quotes of the week ending July 13
Day: July 13, 2024
Today in Sports History: Babe Ruth hits his 700th career home run
In 1934, Babe Ruth hits his 700th career home run against Detroit.
Today in History: Hollywood sign dedicated in the Hollywood Hills
On July 13, 1923, a sign consisting of 50-foot-tall letters spelling out “HOLLYWOODLAND” was dedicated in the Hollywood Hills to promote a subdivision (the last four letters were removed in 1949).
Asking Eric: Is their marriage in trouble?
Dear Eric: Is praying for my friend’s marriage all I can do at this point?
Big Wheels ain’t just for kids, especially when they’re raced in West Dundee to celebrate Emmett’s 25th anniversary
To paraphrase an old song, the big wheel will keep on turning July 20 when Emmett’s Brewing Company’s annual Big Wheel Race moves to summer as part of the West Dundee tavern’s 25th anniversary brewfest.
Daily Horoscope for July 13, 2024
To be polite or honest? With the gentle Moon supporting the communicative Mercury, we’re able to talk about our feelings and extend empathy to the people around us. Still, once the Moon snaps at the proud Sun at 6:49 pm EDT, our egos struggle against our hearts and make it hard to keep being true to ourselves. The Moon then faces off with sore Chiron, pushing us to avoid healing, because it may force us to stand alone. Try to balance safety with growth.
Chicago White Sox ace Garrett Crochet praised by fellow All-Star Paul Skenes: ‘The stats speak for themselves’
Paul Skenes knows a thing or two about strikeouts. And the Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher had plenty of praise for Garrett Crochet.
Alec Baldwin weeps in court when judge announces involuntary manslaughter case dismissed mid-trial
SANTA FE, N.M. — A New Mexico judge on Friday brought a sudden and stunning end to the involuntary manslaughter case against Alec Baldwin, dismissing it in the middle of the actor’s trial and saying it cannot be filed again.
COVID numbers are climbing, but not as rapidly as in other states
COVID numbers are on the rise again, but public health experts said Illinois isn’t yet seeing the spikes other states are reporting.
Who’s not going to the RNC reflects Trump dynamics
How has Trump’s brand impacted Illinois’ delegation to the RNC and who’s not going to Milwaukee?