The ending of baseball’s partnership with ESPN, like most broken marriages, has gotten ugly. Instead of whining, MLB should say thanks for promoting the game for 35 years.
Day: February 22, 2025
DuPage Forest Preserves’ director of golf lauded as PGA Executive of the Year
Forest Preserve District of DuPage County director of golf Ed Stevenson’s goal is to keep it fun and also address needs for the community.
President Donald Trump’s attacks on trans community sow fear and paralysis in Illinois: ‘They’re trying to make us disappear’
President Donald Trump has cut federal funding to groups serving Chicago’s transgender community and issued executive orders that target 1.6 million transgender Americans.
Biblioracle: Tom Robbins has died at 92. He was one of the writers who shaped me.
In a lot of ways, my reading has made me, and Tom Robbins is one of the writers you can find in the DNA of my sensibilities.
The Tribune’s Quotes of the Week quiz for Feb. 22
Think you know what went on in the world of Chicago politics, sports and pop culture this week? Take our quiz and test your knowledge.
From nail polish to meat, Barrington couple offers products and services in a Muslim-friendly manner
The Chicagoland entrepreneurs seek to make everyday items more accessible for America’s growing Muslim population.
Letters: Chicago activist Ida B. Wells’ story is one we should know
We all need to learn about Chicago activist Ida B. Wells.
3 steps to safely remove a tree branch
To avoid danger to yourself and damage to the tree, plan carefully before you cut.
Terry Savage: Tariffs 101
Let’s talk about how tariffs work to impact the economy — without any political considerations — just considering the potential economic consequences of tariffs, and how they impact the trade relationships between countries.
Today in History: George Washington born
On Feb. 22, 1732, the first president of the United States, George Washington, was born in Westmoreland County in the Virginia Colony.