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Pregnancy centers sue Illinois over new abortion notice law

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Cause of barn fire that killed 18 horses under investigation

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House Speaker Michael Madigan, D-Chicago, left, and Senate President John Cullerton, D-Chicago, talk on the Senate floor Tuesday, July 4, 2017, at the Capitol in Springfield, Ill. The Illinois Senate has OK'd an annual spending plan of $36 billion following a critical vote to raise the income tax rate. If approved by Republican Gov. Bruce Rauner, it would be Illinois' first budget in more than two years. (Rich Saal/The State Journal-Register via AP)

Illinois governor urges House not to undo budget plan veto

By SOPHIA TAREEN and JOHN O'CONNOR - Associated Press

The sanctions issued Tuesday by the Trump administration mark a major increase in pressure on countries that refuse to take back their deportees. (Associated Press/File)

‘Sanctuary’ jurisdictions defend their policies to Justice Department

By Andrea Noble - The Washington Times

Toronto Blue Jays' Miguel Montero holds a bat between turns in the batting cage before a baseball game against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium in New York, Tuesday, July 4, 2017. The Blue Jays acquired Montero from the Chicago Cubs for a player to be named later or cash considerations after designating him for assignment less than 24 hours after he blamed pitcher Jake Arrieta for the seven stolen bases Chicago allowed against the Washington Nationals. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)

Now with Blue Jays, Montero wants to put Cubs parting behind

By RONALD BLUM - Associated Press

Chicago White Sox pitcher Carlos Rodon works against the Oakland Athletics in the first inning of a baseball game Monday, July 3, 2017, in Oakland, Calif. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)

Rodon earns first win since 2016 as White Sox beat A’s 7-2

By MICHAEL WAGAMAN - Associated Press

Tampa Bay Rays' Tim Beckham, right, celebrates in the dugout after hitting a two-run home run during the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday, July 4, 2017, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Matt Marton)

Rays win reunion with Maddon, beat Cubs 6-5

By ANDREW SELIGMAN - Associated Press

Illinois Speaker of the House Michael Madigan, D-Chicago, looks up towards the video boards during the overtime session at the state Capitol, Sunday, July 2, 2017, in Springfield, Ill. The Illinois House has approved an income tax increase as part of a plan to end the nation's longest budget standoff. (Justin L. Fowler/The State Journal-Register via AP)

Credit houses send Illinois positive financial signals

By JOHN O'CONNOR - Associated Press

EXCHANGE: Ex-music director helps launch new faith venture

By BOB SUSNJARA - Associated Press

Baseball Capsules

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FILE - In this Feb. 12, 2017, file photo, Dallas Stars left wing Patrick Sharp (10) gets ready for a faceoff against the Nashville Predators during the first period of an NHL hockey game in Nashville, Tenn. Sharp, a high-scoring winger who helped the Blackhawks win three Stanley Cup championships before getting traded, is returning to Chicago for a second stint. The 35-year-old veteran agreed to a one-year contract on Saturday, July 1 ,2017. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey, File)

Sharp returns to Blackhawks, agrees to 1-year deal

By ANDREW SELIGMAN - Associated Press

Members of the Nepal Lions Club march in the Lions International street parade in Chicago celebrating the organization's 100th anniversary on July 1, 2017. (Max Herman/Chicago Sun-Times via AP)

Parade marks 100th anniversary of Lions International

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Texas Rangers' Rougned Odor, right, celebrates with teammates after his two-run home run against the Chicago White Sox during the fourth inning of a baseball game in Chicago on Friday, June 30, 2017. (AP Photo/Matt Marton)

Cabrera double caps 3-run ninth, White Sox beat Rangers 8-7

By ANDREW SELIGMAN - Associated Press

FILE - In this April 5, 2017, file photo, Chicago Police Department Superintendent Eddie Johnson speaks during a news conference in Chicago. Chicago police, federal agents and prosecutors plan to announce Friday, June 30 they are launching a new initiative to stem the flow of illegal firearms in the city as part of efforts to curb rampant gun violence that President Donald Trump says is at &quot;epidemic proportions.&quot; (AP Photo/Teresa Crawford, File)

Chicago police, feds team up on new effort to curb violence

By DON BABWIN - Associated Press

FILE - In this March 30, 2017, file photo, Georgia Jackson, 72, is overcome with emotion after learning that her two grandsons were found fatally shot in Chicago's South Shore neighborhood. Chicago police, federal agents and prosecutors plan to announce Friday, June 30 they are launching a new initiative to stem the flow of illegal firearms in the city as part of efforts to curb rampant gun violence that President Donald Trump says is at &quot;epidemic proportions.&quot; (Chris Sweda /Chicago Tribune via AP)

The Latest: Feds prosecuting most Chicago gun cases in years

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Attorney General Jeff Sessions meets with families of victims killed by people living in the United States without legal permission at the Department of Justice, Thursday, June 29, 2017, in Washington. The Republican-led House is pushing ahead on legislation to crack down on illegal immigration. One bill would strip federal funds from "sanctuary" cities that shield residents from federal immigration authorities. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Jeff Sessions confirms federal government sending investigators to Chicago

By Sally Persons - The Washington Times

FILE - In this March 30, 2017, file photo, Georgia Jackson, 72, is overcome with emotion after learning that her two grandsons were found fatally shot in Chicago's South Shore neighborhood. Chicago police, federal agents and prosecutors plan to announce Friday, June 30 they are launching a new initiative to stem the flow of illegal firearms in the city as part of efforts to curb rampant gun violence that President Donald Trump says is at &quot;epidemic proportions.&quot; (Chris Sweda /Chicago Tribune via AP)

Trump administration sends ‘feds,’ 20 ATF agents to Chicago

By Andrea Noble - The Washington Times

D.C. United went 2-4-1 when midfielder Patrick Nyarko missed seven matches this spring with a hamstring injury. (Associated Press)

Patrick Nyarko’s return from injury sparks D.C. United offense

By Thomas Floyd — Special to The Washington Times

D.C. United's Patrick Nyarko, right, grabs Orlando City's Donny Toia by the arm as they try to get possession of the ball during the second half of an MLS soccer game, Wednesday, May 31, 2017, in Orlando, Fla. Orlando Won 2-0. (AP Photo/John Raoux)

Patrick Nyarko’s return from injury sparks United’s offense

By Thomas Floyd - The Washington Times

Chance the Rapper donating Grammy Award to Chicago museum

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