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The homicide epidemic in Chicago during the COVID-19 pandemicFeb 15, 2021 12:00 am - The number of murders in Chicago increased an unprecedented 55% from 2019 (495) to 2020 (769). Previous years with a comparable number of homicides in Chicago were 1996 ...
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Feder: Time's up for Dean Reynolds as 'NewsNation' correspondentFeb 15, 2021 12:00 am - Still reeling from the sudden departure of its news director, “NewsNation” just lost its best known and most experienced reporter. Dean Reynolds signed off Friday after ...
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Low dose of drug may help fibromyalgia patientsFeb 14, 2021 6:00 am - Years ago, I began to treat some therapy-resistant fibromyalgia patients with a medication used primarily for drug withdrawal, naltrexone. Case studies and personal expe...
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Builder plays games with warrantyFeb 14, 2021 5:00 am - Q: I purchased a new home less than one year ago and expected to be covered by the builder's warranty. But the builder refuses to repair any of the defects I've reported...
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Good foreign policy is good domestic policy, and vice versaFeb 14, 2021 12:00 am - There was an interesting moment in Washington at the end of January, on Antony Blinken's first full day as secretary of state. Meeting with the press corps that covers t...
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Rozner: Goalie Lankinen giving Blackhawks a chanceFeb 14, 2021 12:00 am - It was a bit odd watching the Blackhawks squander a pair of 2-goal leads against the Blue Jackets Thursday night. Odd because they just haven't had many 2-goal leads dur...
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Criminal justice bill makes system fairer, streets saferFeb 14, 2021 12:00 am - Lake County is facing a dual crisis: a rise in violent crime over the last eight years and a deterioration of trust in the justice system. I decided to run for state's a...
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Constable: Love and sex in the time of coronavirus can be awkwardFeb 13, 2021 10:00 pm - Clear, honest communication is key to any healthy relationship. So Dr. Kimberly Harden put some thought into making this Valentine's Day sex advice suitable for a family...
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First condo board given opportunity to end long-term contractsFeb 13, 2021 6:00 am - Q: The initial meeting of our condominium association, to elect board members, was recently held by the developer. Soon after that meeting, the developer delivered books...
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We are never really alone, but you may feel that wayFeb 13, 2021 5:00 am - Well, we are not alone in these times, in a several ways: First of all, most are in touch with family and friends by telephone, email, texting, FaceTime, Facebook, Zoom ...