Tuesday, March 18, 2025

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democracy
  • by david hall
Justice Alito's refusal to recuse himself in Jan. 6 cases sends up red flags

It could not be clearer the Supreme Court needs genuine ethics rules, not the hazy, unenforceable guidelines it approved last year. U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin has said he is thinking about holding hearings on the matter since the Alito flag controversy. The Senate has a civic duty to do so.

obituaries
  • by david hall
Wayne Smith, longtime prop master at the Theatre School at DePaul University, dead at 65

He was a "miracle worker" at helping make the dreams of young playwrights and directors come true, according to a friend and former colleague.

cicada-watch-2024
  • by david hall
Cicadas bring noise to the Chicago area as chorus of buzzing begins

The buzzing coming from the cicadas is expected to get louder as more insects emerge from the ground.

real-estate
  • by david hall
Episcopal Diocese of Chicago nears agreement to sell Streeterville site to cathedral next door

Both sides in the deal have a letter of intent to finalize terms for the property at 65 E. Huron St. that has been in play for developers.