Columns
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Fresh start: A White Sox wish list for a low-expectations seasonMar 26, 2025 6:53 pm - While the White Sox are hoping to put last year’s 121-loss season behind them, the outlook for this year isn’t much better. So here’s a South Side wish list for 2025.
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‘My story is still being written’: Former Fremd basketball star is now writing children’s booksMar 26, 2025 5:23 pm - Former Fremd basketball star Zach Monaghan uses the sport as the basis of his next enterprise — a children’s book author.
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Taurisano’s decision to retire comes as a surpriseMar 26, 2025 4:45 pm - Local fishing guide Chris Taurisano announced his retirement.
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Illinois’ current sales tax system does not reflect a modern economyMar 26, 2025 9:23 am - Tax policy is a deeply misunderstood topic. In general, most people believe that “conservative” states levy fewer taxes than states with more “left-leaning” leadership.
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Sweet mornings: Don’t settle for boring with these banana bread pancakes, breakfast cookiesMar 26, 2025 5:43 am - Mornings can be hectic, but that doesn’t mean you have to settle for a boring breakfast. Whether you’re looking for a grab-and-go option or a cozy weekend treat, these simple yet satisfying recipes are perfect for making your mornings special.
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Colorful cold chickpea salad a great way to get legumes on your plateMar 26, 2025 5:38 am - Chickpeas are good for so much more than hummus. Toss canned organic chickpeas with shallots, sweet red peppers, English cucumbers, carrots, fresh parsley and a sherry vinegar dressing to brighten up any plate.
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What is Gavin Newsom doing?Mar 26, 2025 4:00 am - Syndicated columnist Susan Estrich:
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U.S. soccer builder, longtime suburban resident Hank Steinbrecher dies at 77Mar 25, 2025 7:33 pm - Former U.S. Soccer Federation Secretary General Hank Steinbrecher, a longtime suburban resident, died Tuesday at age 77.
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O’Donnell: Breaking down a Sweet and Sour SixteenMar 25, 2025 6:25 pm - Jim O’Donnell: Breaking down a Sweet and Sour Sixteen for the NCAA men’s and women’s basketball tournaments.
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Illinois golfers eye Masters spotsMar 25, 2025 3:28 pm - University of Illinois alums Thomas Detry and Brian Campbell will be playing in this year’s Masters golf tournament.