Chicago is a good proxy for judging the Democratic Party’s mood.
Will Johnson: The Rahm rehabilitation? Debate over Emanuel will show what Democrats have learned from 2024.
Day: January 2, 2025
Today in Sports History: Buffalo Bills player Damar Hamlin collapses in cardiac arrest
2023 — Buffalo Bills player Damar Hamlin collapses in cardiac arrest and is revived by CPR on the field in televised NFL game against the Bengals in Cincinnati.
Today in History: Soviet spacecraft Luna 1 launched
On Jan. 2, 1959, the Soviet spacecraft Luna 1 launched, becoming the first spacecraft to escape Earth’s gravity.
Asking Eric: Feuding siblings trap mediator sister in the middle
Dear Eric: I have always been close with my only siblings, my twin sister (67) and our brother (72). But sis and bro have had many issues over the past few years and bro chooses to distance himself from her. I feel like I’ve always been the family matriarch and arbitrator.
Daily Horoscope for January 02, 2025
It’s time to loosen up. The sensitive Moon harmonizes with joyful Jupiter, encouraging us to create, socialize, and enjoy a little extra luck. When balanced Venus moves into creative Pisces at 10:24 pm EST, we may notice ourselves becoming more open and free in our connections with others — plus, more compassion and creativity can shine through overall. That said, Luna does square unpredictable Uranus, which might cause unforeseen issues to hamper our optimistic spirits. Go with the flow, don’t fight the current!
To process tragic New Year’s Day attack in New Orleans, Chicagoans cancel events and focus on aid
In the wake of the New Orleans terrorist attack which postponed the Sugar Bowl on New Year’s Day, Chicagoans struggle to process the tragedy.
Emancipation Proclamation celebration resonates with call for freedom
The 64th Annual Emancipation Proclamation Celebration in Gary — a constant to usher in the new year — also ushered in a new era for the Interfaith Clergy Council of Gary & Vicinity as its first woman will helm the organization for 2025.
Chicago Bulls commit 20 turnovers in a 125-107 road loss to the last-place Washington Wizards
The Chicago Bulls committed 20 turnovers and shot just 29.8% from 3-point range in a 125-107 road loss to the Washington Wizards on Wednesday night.
Ohio State dominates top-seeded Oregon 41-21 in the Rose Bowl for a spot in the CFP semifinals
Ohio State roared into the College Football Playoff semifinals with a 41-21 rout of top-seeded Oregon in the 111th Rose Bowl on Wednesday night.