Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris warned Tuesday that Republican Donald Trump would try to “institutionalize” harsh policing tactics that disproportionately affect Black men nationwide as she promised to push for legislation to address discriminatory law enforcement practices.
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Lawyers for Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs ask judge to release identities of his accusers
Lawyers for Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs asked a New York judge Tuesday to force prosecutors to disclose the names of his accusers in his sex trafficking case.
Troops kicked out under ‘don’t ask, don’t tell’ get honorable discharges
The Pentagon announced Tuesday that more than 800 military personnel have seen their service records upgraded to honorable discharges after previously being kicked out of the military under its former “don’t ask, don’t tell” policy.
‘A truly fitting tribute’: Wheaton Park District plans to honor longtime leader
Wheaton Park District leaders plan to name a community center after a late board member known as a visionary during a time of growth in the city.
No injuries in industrial warehouse fire in Elgin Tuesday
Plumes of black smoke billowed over an industrial area in Elgin Tuesday afternoon as firefighters from Elgin and nine other agencies responded to a blaze at a warehouse.
Chicago Cubs SS Dansby Swanson, LF Ian Happ named National League Gold Glove Award finalists
Chicago Cubs Dansby Swanson and Ian Happ, who have both won Gold Glove Awards for the last two years, have a chance for a third.
North Carolina governor candidate Mark Robinson sues CNN over report about posts on porn site
North Carolina Republican Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson sued CNN on Tuesday over its recent report that he made explicit racial and sexual posts on a pornography website’s message board, calling the reporting reckless and defamatory.
Trump in Chicago interview defends call for tariffs on imports, does not commit to peaceful concession if he loses
Republican presidential nominee didn’t mention any of his criticisms of Chicago during visit before a mostly supportive audience.
Dust triggers fire alarm at Thornwood High School, no fire
Sanding dust created by work at Thornwood High School triggered a fire alarm Tuesday, but no fire at the South Holland school.
Egypt’s long-delayed mega-museum is opening some galleries in a trial run
The Grand Egyptian Museum will open 12 halls with exhibits about ancient Egypt in its main galleries starting this week in a trial run ahead of the still-unannounced official opening, officials said Tuesday