There are some large limbs hanging too low over my patio that I need to address before spring. Can I just prune these branches to create more clearance over my patio? — Jim Young, Libertyville Winter is a great time to prune the trees in your garden. You should not have any problems pruning off […]
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Biblioracle: ‘The Mailman’ by Andrew Welsh-Huggins is a new thriller with a hero both like and unlike Jack Reacher
“The Mailman” does all the necessary work of establishing a new hero, while also delivering a genuinely involving and suspenseful action thriller.
Daily Horoscope for January 25, 2025
There’s no single path to healing. The sympathetic Moon comforts injured healer Chiron to open us up to recovery, both emotionally and physically. As the Moon then stumbles over perfectionist Venus, we must accept that growth is not a straight line. There will be backslides as well as progress in our paths. Lastly, Venus trines driven Mars at 6:54 pm EST to bring in support and positivity from our loved ones, both motivating us and putting us at ease. There’s nothing we can’t do!
From Sondheim and 18th century comedy to gospel, jazz and orchestra music, North Central’s spring season covers all the bases
Student performances in drama and music — plus an annual crowd-pleasing event for children with special needs — are among the highlights of the spring 2025 season at North Central College in Naperville.
‘I’m Still Here’ review: Life and disappearances under a brutal regime inform this Oscar-nominated Brazilian drama
Fresh off Oscar nominations for best picture, best actress and international feature, “I’m Still Here” is the kind of drama we need now.
What to do in Chicago: ‘Disney on Ice,’ Meshell Ndegeocello and movie trivia at Music Box
Also around the area this weekend, comedian Pat McGann at the Chicago Theatre and a Manual Cinema show for kids.
Readers’ Choice Food Awards: It’s time to vote for your favorite Chicagoland restaurants, bars and more
After reviewing hundreds of nominations, the Tribune food team has selected five finalists in each category, but the rest is up to you.
Lineup set for Oak Park’s Wright Plus house tour, including some featured for first time
Four homes that have never been featured on the Wright Plus home tour will be featured in the showcase of Prairie Style architecture.
Daily Horoscope for January 24, 2025
Our heads and hearts are coming into alignment. During the emotional Moon’s collaboration with transformational Pluto, internal transformations lead to external elevation in a big way. As the Moon then supports the confident Sun, these changes harmonize our minds and souls, providing us with the clarity that we need to maintain them going forward. That being said, when the Moon opposes expansive Jupiter at 9:45 pm EST, emotions can feel overblown and overwhelming. Don’t worry, the truth should come out quickly.
Column: Did the Oscars just issue an executive order in support of ‘Emilia Pérez’?
The Oscars have never felt less important, with Los Angeles wildfires and other distractions. But if you look a little closer …