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Blackhawks
Strome could be on the move ahead of the NHL trade deadline, but his 12 goals and 11 assists in his last 23 games and his obvious chemistry with Kane and DeBrincat could lead new GM Kyle Davidson to hold onto him for now.
Business
The Chicago-based burger giant said it will temporarily close 850 stores but continue paying its 62,000 employees in Russia “who have poured their heart and soul into our McDonald’s brand.”
Chicago Journal
The man faced up to 20 years in prison after pleading guilty last year to throwing an explosive device through the window of the Egg Harbor Cafe in Naperville, resulting in two explosions.
Chicago Politics
Former state Sen. Thomas Cullerton, a Democrat from Villa Park, pleaded guilty to one count of embezzlement, admitting that he improperly took more than $240,000 from the Teamsters labor union.
Bulls
The Bulls have had trouble against the conference’s elite and dropped to 0-9 versus Miami, Philadelphia and Milwaukee — the three teams ahead of them in the standings.
Chicago Journal
The district said the change applies inside school buildings, on school property, and on school buses, though students and employees will still be encouraged to wear masks.
Chicago Journal
No. 20 Illinois locked up a share of the Big Ten regular-season title when Kofi Cockburn had 21 points and 14 rebounds to lead a 74-72 win over No. 24 Iowa Sunday night.
Chicago Journal
It’s the first time since 1962-63 that the Ramblers have reached the NCAA Tournament in consecutive seasons.
Chicago Journal
The two-time defending Stanley Cup champions came from behind with a five-goal outburst over seven minutes bridging the second and third periods. Hedman, Corey Perry, and Sergachev scored Tampa Bay's last three goals in a 32-second span in the third.
Chicago Journal
Kailo Harris-Caldwell was taken into custody shortly after the shooting and was charged with two counts of attempted murder, one felony count of possession of a controlled substance, and a misdemeanor count of possession of cannabis.
Chicago Journal
A $4 million federal grant program is available to pay for Illinois teachers to earn a state license to teach the English language.
Chicago Journal
Dylan Strome had a pair of goals and Alex DeBrincat also scored for the Blackhawks, who have lost five of seven. Kane had an assist, upping his team-leading totals to 39 assists and 56 points.