The union has condemned a contract proposal by the teachers union that SEIU said would take jobs from their union and give them to CTU.
Illinois SEIU passes resolution declaring itself ‘under attack’ by CTU
Day: February 7, 2025
Editorial: City Council should reject proposed $1.25M settlement in Dexter Reed police shooting
If Chicago isn’t going to defend itself in court when police officers shoot back at those who shoot first at them, when will it ever?
Letters: Elon Musk’s involvement in government affairs is an affront to our democracy
Elon Musk’s involvement in government affairs is an unprecedented, extralegal appointment and a direct affront to democratic governance.
Illinois braces for impact of new and potential tariffs: ‘Who will feel the consequences? Everyday Americans.’
In 2023, Illinois bought about $44 billion in imports from China, including about $27 billion in computer and electronic products.
Elizabeth Shackelford: Foreign aid delivered by USAID is for our nation’s benefit — including our farmers
Donald Trump’s and Elon Musk’s attacks on USAID and foreign assistance will hurt American national security.
Heidi Stevens: Even amid this cloud of cruelty, Sen. Tuberville’s comments about beating kids with ADHD stand out
Tuberville lamented what he says is an overreliance on medication to treat ADHD. He lost credibility when he mentioned whipping a child.
Today in Chicago History: ‘The circus begins.’ Michael Jordan signs a baseball contract with the White Sox.
Here’s a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on Feb. 7, according to the Tribune’s archives.
Today in History: Mississippi becomes the last state to abolish slavery
On Feb. 7, 2013, Mississippi certified its ratification of the 13th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, making it the last state to officially abolish slavery.
Asking Eric: I only want to spend time with my pets
Dear Eric: My pets ask so little of me and yet they give me so much.
Girls basketball: Stevenson gets the better of shorthanded York
After getting off to a slow start, host Stevenson was looking to get its offense going against York on Thursday night in nonconference girls basketball action in Lincolnshire.