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BASKETBALL / NBA
Feb 7, 2019
Wizards revamp frontcourt with two trades
The Washington Wizards pulled off a pair of swaps on Wednesday, the eve of the NBA trade deadline.
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WORLD
Jan 31, 2019
Colder than the South Pole: Deadly deep freeze grips U.S. Midwest
A blast of icy polar air brought dangerously low temperatures to the U.S. Midwest on Wednesday, causing at least three more deaths while halting mail services and forcing residents who pride themselves on their winter hardiness to huddle indoors.
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WORLD
Jan 31, 2019
'Absolute coldest' deadly deep freeze stretches from U.S. Midwest to Eastern Seaboard
A large swath of the United States was gripped by brutal cold and wind chills on Wednesday as record-low temperatures caused by a blast of Arctic air moved across the Midwest and into Eastern states, prompting residents to stay indoors.
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BASEBALL / MLB
Jan 11, 2019
White Sox land outfielder Jon Jay, continue pursuit of Manny Machado
The Chicago White Sox have agreed to a one-year, $4 million deal with veteran free agent outfielder Jon Jay, the club announced Thursday.
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BUSINESS
Jan 5, 2019
Brazil's 'Chicago Oldies' team aims to revive Pinochet-era economic playbook
Brazil's new Economy Minister Paulo Guedes worked in Chile 40 years ago after earning his doctorate at the University of Chicago, giving him a front-row seat to dictator Augusto Pinochet's economic shock treatment.
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WORLD / Science & Health
Dec 19, 2018
Sue, the world-famous T. rex, gets a new lair in Chicago
Sue, the largest, most complete and best-preserved Tyrannosaurus rex ever unearthed, gets to show off its new lair this week at the Field Museum in Chicago.
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MORE SPORTS
Nov 1, 2018
Jake Virtanen sparks Canucks with two-goal performance in victory over Blackhawks
Jake Virtanen scored two goals, and the host Vancouver Canucks added two more goals in the third period to beat the Chicago Blackhawks 4-2 Wednesday night.
BASEBALL / MLB
Aug 22, 2018
Cubs shut down Yu Darvish for rest of season
The Chicago Cubs ruled right-hander Yu Darvish out for the remainder of the season on Tuesday after an MRI exam revealed a stress reaction in his right elbow.
BUSINESS
Aug 15, 2018
Illinois attorney general sues Trump Tower Chicago for river environmental violations
Illinois' attorney general announced a lawsuit on Tuesday against Trump Tower in Chicago, alleging the violation of environmental laws and a threat to fish in the Chicago River.
WORLD
Jun 12, 2018
Chicago-bound United flight from Rome diverted to Ireland after threat 'message' found on board
A United Airlines flight from Rome to Chicago was diverted to Shannon Airport in Ireland on Monday after "a message" was discovered on board, Irish police said.
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BASKETBALL / NBA / MAN ABOUT SPORTS
Jun 5, 2018
LeBron's postseason run has been incredible, but Jordan still the man
Ready to crown LeBron James GOAT over Michael Jordan after LBJ's phenomenal performance this postseason?
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COMMUNITY / Our Lives / WHY DID YOU LEAVE JAPAN?
Jun 2, 2018
Life goals: Soccer player Yuki Nagasato is always on the ball
From Japan to Europe to the U.S., Nagasato's experience on the soccer field has taught her how to play smart.

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