Columns
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‘Edgy’ Tim: Hersey’s Nawrot skyrockets in national recruiting ratingsMar 01, 2026 2:31 pm - “Edgy” Tim O’Halloran: In the latest Rivals.com ranking of college recruits, Hersey’s Jake Nawrot is listed as the No. 2 quarterback in the nation in the Class of 2027.
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Genocide accusers should look in the mirrorMar 01, 2026 4:00 am - Syndicated columnist Keith Raffel:
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It's still snowingMar 01, 2026 4:00 am - Syndicated columnist Marc Munroe Dion:
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As Caleb Williams and Ben Johnson prep for 2026, efficiency is the name of the gameFeb 28, 2026 3:20 pm - When Bears QB Caleb Williams does return — the Bears’ offseason program launches in Lake Forest in April — Ben Johnson and his coaches will have direct marching orders for their starting quarterback as the team works to continue its ascent. At the top of the list: a push to make Williams more efficient.
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Politicians should cut red tape for small businessesFeb 28, 2026 1:27 pm - Each year, legislation is filed, which if passed, places new burdens on small businesses, often with corresponding fines and penalties. This puts small businesses on the defensive, hoping that new regulations do not threaten their viability or ability to grow.
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Lincicome: A gold medal in finding meaning in U.S. hockey’s winFeb 28, 2026 10:00 am - Columnist Bernie Lincicome writes about the U.S. hockey team’s effect on the country.
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Bulls dip to historic depths, extend losing streak to 11 gamesFeb 27, 2026 3:37 pm - The Bulls began February with a 24-25 record before executive vice president of basketball operations Arturas Karnišovas, weary of the middle of the standings, shook things up ahead of the Feb. 5 trade deadline. They’ve lost every game since, and 14 of their last 15 overall.
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Four Fallacies Behind Trump's Post-SCOTUS-Ruling TariffsFeb 27, 2026 4:00 am - Syndicated columnist Veronique de Rugy: The trade war isn't ending. It's just changing ZIP codes.
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Big if true: Michigan-Illini set to show Big Ten is finally for realFeb 26, 2026 8:31 pm - The Big Ten’s strength should be on display Friday when No. 10 Illinois hosts No. 3 Michigan on Friday. We’ve been fooled many times before, but this time the Big Ten is finally back.
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Schmit: Time for some great regional final boys basketball matchupsFeb 26, 2026 5:40 pm - Kevin Schmit writes about five area regional championship boys basketball games to keep an eye on Friday night.