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Pastor Eddie Long is elevated to king, but of what?

THEATER REVIEW: Punk Rock at Griffin Theatre in Chicago (3.5 stars)

chicagotribune.com — Home > Arts & Entertainment > The Theater Loop Capable ensembles of early-career actors aren't uncommon in Chicago's huge, non-Equity theater scene - increasingly the preferred theatrical destination for the well-trained and only just out of school. These days, open-minded, risk-inclined directors have plenty of fresh choices from this demographic (assuming no one has to sing).

Truck driver dies in Indiana Toll Road accident

chicagotribune.com — By Peter Nickeas Tribune reporter 3:35 a.m. CST, February 4, 2012 By Peter Nickeas Tribune reporter 3:35 a.m. CST, February 4, 2012 A horse trailer came loose from the truck pulling it down the Indiana Toll Road early Saturday morning near Chesterton before hopping a median and striking a semitrailer and killing its driver.
Truck driver dies in Indiana Toll Road accident - A horse trailer came loose from the truck pulling it down the Indi... http://t.co/inLk9d90

Radcliffe admits being drunk during "Harry Potter" scenes

chicagotribune.com — 12:54 p.m. CST, February 3, 2012 12:54 p.m. CST, February 3, 2012 LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Daniel Radcliffe admitted he was drunk while filming some scenes for the "Harry Potter" movies during a period in his life where he was drinking "nightly," the young star said in an interview.

Forbes list: Chicagoans 6th most miserable in U.S.

chicagotribune.com — 10:25 a.m. CST, February 3, 2012 10:25 a.m. CST, February 3, 2012 Are you feeling miserable, Chicagoans? Forbes thinks you are. Sixth worst in the country, in fact, according to its rankings of the nation's most miserable cities.
Brace yourself, Chicago. Forbes says we're the 6th most miserable city in the U.S. Are we miserable? http://t.co/AMb4te5m

Green tea contains antioxidant chemicals EGCG that may help ward off disease

chicagotribune.com — 3:02 p.m. CST, February 3, 2012 NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Elderly adults who regularly drink green tea may stay more agile and independent than their peers over time, a large study of Japanese adults suggests. Green tea contains certain antioxidant chemicals -- particularly a compound known as EGCG -- that may help ward off the body-cell damage that can lead to disease.
RT @ColonelTribune: Another new study says green tea is good for you. Those who drink it show less disability with age http://t.co/UJm5XWBU

$151 million building boom on NU Evanston campus announced

chicagotribune.com — Northwestern University today announced plans for a building boom of sorts along the lakefront on the southeast tip of its Evanston campus, including construction of a $32 million visitors center with a parking garage for 435 vehicles, a new $117 million school of music and communications, and a new boathouse.
A shame they're putting this right next to lake. RT @ColonelTribune: $151 million building boom on NU Evanston campus. http://t.co/TRBpVYsM

Delays extend into evening on Milwaukee District-West and North Central lines

chicagotribune.com — 9:19 a.m. CST, February 3, 2012 Trains on Metra's Milwaukee District-West Line are being delayed and may see signficant delays or cancellations today because of a freight train derailment this morning, authorities said.
METRA ALERT: Delays extend into evening on Milwaukee District-West, North Central lines. http://t.co/XHedwtek

'United Breaks Guitars' singer has hand in complaint site

chicagotribune.com — By Gregory Karp Tribune reporter 2:37 p.m. CST, February 3, 2012 A Canadian songwriter who became famous for slamming United Airlines in a clever YouTube music video that went viral, has helped start an online complaint website this week.

Mormons grapple with media attention during Romney run

chicagotribune.com — By Manya A. Brachear, Chicago Tribune reporter As Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney continues his drive to win his party's nomination, Mormons worry they could face a barrage of negative scrutiny, much like that which engulfed President Barack Obama's former church on Chicago's South Side four years ago.
We tried to do this at @couriernews, but as it notes, the church isn't really cool with Mormons talking to the press: http://t.co/IscJediK

Man plunges from Loop office building

chicagotribune.com — 2:07 p.m. CST, February 3, 2012 2:07 p.m. CST, February 3, 2012 A 78-year-old attorney apparently leaped to his death this morning from his office building across the street from City Hall in the Loop, authorities said. The man, whose name was not immediately available, was dead on the scene this morning at 111 W.

Man plunges from Loop office building

chicagotribune.com — 2:07 p.m. CST, February 3, 2012 2:07 p.m. CST, February 3, 2012 A 78-year-old attorney apparently leaped to his death this morning from his office building across the street from City Hall in the Loop, authorities said. The man, whose name was not immediately available, was dead on the scene this morning at 111 W.

No dragon breath as Quinn takes challenge

chicagotribune.com — 1:41 p.m. CST, February 3, 2012 His State of the State speech may have been panned by critics this week, but Gov. Pat Quinn is still a YouTube sensation. All because he took the "cinnamon challenge" on Jonathon Brandmeier's morning show on WGN radio.
'Cinnamon challenge,' which the governor took today, 'probably won't kill you' http://t.co/sJWpl4L3

Gov Quinn and the Cinnamon Challenge

Gov. Quinn takes 'cinnamon challege,' which is potentially dangerous http://t.co/bM1SiJwR

Roseanne Barr joins race for the White House

chicagotribune.com — 12:56 p.m. CST, February 3, 2012 Having just had her Lifetime show "Roseanne's Nuts" canceled, actress Roseanne Barr has a little extra time on her hands. And to fill the void, she's come up with a new plan - she's running for president. The actress announced on Thursday (Feb.
I'd like to apologize for this not being a joke. Roseanne Barr joins race for the White House. http://t.co/QErqsHyD

Phil Rogers' power rankings: No. 15 Toronto Blue Jays

chicagotribune.com — 5:59 p.m. CST, February 1, 2012 No. 15 Blue Jays: 16th in a series counting down to spring training. Next: Dodgers. One more year, two at the most. Unless that pesky Mayan calendar is correct, and the Earth drifts into a black hole or is attacked by a higher species we never knew existed, Joey Votto will be with the Blue Jays in the very near future.
"Inevitable" that "the suddenly deep-pocketed Jays" will get Votto, says @ChiTribRogers: http://t.co/kRUGSwL6

Expert tips on how to choose know what are the best deals on pants

chicagotribune.com — TribU: Turning your passion into a payday... TribU: Turning your passion into a payday Ellen Warren Tribune senior correspondent They're the BFF of our wardrobe. The first thing we grab when we need to look presentable but don't want to think hard about it: our go-to pants.

Grammy preview; Adele and Grammy Awards previewed

chicagotribune.com — No artist owned 2011 quite like Adele , and she's poised to sweep the major awards at the Grammys next weekend (7 p.m. Feb. 12 on CBS ). If she does, she would become the first performer since the Dixie Chicks in 2007 to win awards for album, song and record of the year.

Chicago Live! with Sara Paretsky, Fr. Tom Hurley, Jonathon Brandmeier and The Congregation

chicagotribune.com — There were new faces, many from blog network ChicagoNOW: Recipe blogger Brandi Wall was there with her friend Jessica Six, a young woman who wraps her Christmas gifts in RedEye newspapers. Brendan Tripp, who writes about job hunting, was back with Gordon Dymkoski, who'd never been to Chicago Live! before.

A distraught Don Cornelius called son shortly before death

chicagotribune.com — By Andrew Blankstein Los Angeles Times Staff Writer 11:00 a.m. CST, February 3, 2012 A distraught "Soul Train" creator Don Cornelius called his son early Tuesday morning, shortly before he is believed to have fatally shot himself in the head, law enforcement sources said.

Bike-friendly Handlebar specializes in appealing vegan dishes

chicagotribune.com — By Kay Stepkin, Special to the Tribune Expect the unexpected at The Handlebar. This unassuming West Wicker Park gem belies its self-described "food + booze" atmosphere with its artsy neighborhood feel and quality vegetarian/vegan food. The Handlebar is true to its name, however, by being bicycle friendly.

Komen reverses move to cut Planned Parenthood funding

chicagotribune.com — 10:30 a.m. CST, February 3, 2012 10:30 a.m. CST, February 3, 2012 Susan G. Komen for the Cure said today it was retreating from a decision to cut funding to Planned Parenthood, which provides abortion and birth control services, and apologized for a move that thrust the world's largest breast cancer charity into a deeply politicized controversy.

U.S. tourists seized in Egypt's Sinai released

chicagotribune.com — 6:13 a.m. CST, February 3, 2012 CAIRO (Reuters) - Gunmen in Egypt's Sinai Peninsula kidnapped two American women on Friday in an apparent attempt to hold them for ransom, security sources said. Security in the isolated desert region has deteriorated since the overthrow of President Hosni Mubarak in a popular uprising last February.

Walgreen's January sales fall after ties cut with Express Scripts

chicagotribune.com — By Peter Frost Tribune staff reporter 8:03 a.m. CST, February 3, 2012 By Peter Frost Tribune staff reporter 8:03 a.m. CST, February 3, 2012 Walgreen Co.'s January sales fell 2.3 percent to $5.8 billion, dragged down by a sharp decline in prescription volume tied to the loss of one of its major customers.
Walgreen's January sales dive after ties cut with Express Scripts. $WAG http://t.co/8n1fdqfK

Aon to bar media from shareholder meeting on move to London

chicagotribune.com — Aon Corp. , which last month announced plans to move its  headquarters from Chicago to London, is making the rare corporate governance move of barring the media from a special shareholder meeting  in March to effectively vote  on its move.
Good news for corporate governance: @aoncorp "revisiting" media ban on special investor meeting: http://t.co/aOlAlmop
.@aoncorp to bar media from special shareholders meeting to vote on move from Chicago to London: http://t.co/ogPpDo5l

Aon to bar media from shareholder meeting on move to London

chicagotribune.com — Aon Corp. , which last month announced plans to move its  headquarters from Chicago to London, is making the rare corporate governance move of barring the media from a special shareholder meeting  in March to effectively vote  on its move.

Wrigley Building landmark status approved by commission

chicagotribune.com — By Naomi Nix, Chicago Tribune reporter 10:49 p.m. CST, February 2, 2012 The city landmarks commission on Wednesday unanimously approved a recommendation to give landmark status to the Wrigley Building on Michigan Avenue, a move preservation advocates say is long overdue.

John Kass: Here's a real super bowl: Greek style baby goat soup

chicagotribune.com — Most Super Bowl feasts are nothing but hate crimes against your taste buds. Those bland Buffalo wings, that bleh cheese dip, the boring little sliders. Do you really want a Betty Crocker empanada? Of course not.
There's the Super Bowl and then there's a souper bowl. John Kass suggests Greek-style baby goat soup http://t.co/mM5QDCc7

Japan's Sato signs with team owner Bobby Rahal

chicagotribune.com — 4:50 a.m. CST, February 3, 2012 Japanese driver Takuma Sato, who competed in Formula One from 2002-08 before moving to IndyCar in 2010, signed Friday with IndyCar team Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing. Sato spent one season with Jordan, three with British American Racing and three with Super Aguri F1.
Sato to Rahal Letterman Lanigan story updated with quote from Rahal. #IndyCar http://t.co/5nOwWAFz

Baby born with cancer: Baby with brain tumor faces chemotherapy

chicagotribune.com — Sue and Ben Erickson thought they were prepared after learning that their baby could be born with physical or mental disabilities. An ultrasound during the 36th week of pregnancy revealed an excess of cerebral fluid on the unborn infant's brain , but the young Huntley couple quickly accepted that God must have a special plan.
Lovely, hope-filled story you don't think you'd want to read, until you read it: Baby w/ rare brain tumor gets chemo http://t.co/1qUmeoHl

Kyle Dee, singer for Chicago punk band The Frantic, advances to American Idol's Hollywood round

chicagotribune.com — By Steve Johnson Tribune reporter 8:07 p.m. CST, February 2, 2012 By Steve Johnson Tribune reporter 8:07 p.m. CST, February 2, 2012 Kyle Dee, lead singer of Chicago pop-punk band The Frantic, was one of 46 singers to make it from "American Idol's" St.

Rose voted All-Star starter

chicagotribune.com — 6:19 p.m. CST, February 2, 2012 NEW YORK --- As expected, Derrick Rose will make his second straight All-Star start after fans voted him onto the Eastern Conference starting lineup. Rose joins Miami's Dwyane Wade and LeBronJames, New York's Carmelo Anthony and Orlando's Dwight Howard in the Feb. 26 game in Orlando.

All-Star starter Derrick Rose, again, leads Chicago Bulls to 105-102 victory

chicagotribune.com — By K.C. Johnson, Chicago Tribune reporter 10:03 p.m. CST, February 2, 2012 NEW YORK - Since ending the Bulls' post-dynasty All-Star drought as a reserve in 2010, Derrick Rose, voted in as a starter Thursday for the second straight year, has made the game an annual routine.
RT @ChiTribSports: #Bulls haven't lost 2 straight in regular season in nearly a year. Beat #Knicks 105-102. http://t.co/bOHmUMIS

A night of chaos at West Side club

chicagotribune.com — By Peter Nickeas Tribune reporter 5:26 a.m. CST, February 3, 2012 It was a night of chaos at an over-crowded West Side club. Before police were able to clear the place, shots rang out, a fight broke out in the parking lot, a woman got hit by a car, and a man who fired more shots drove off, hitting a building and a parked car.
A night of chaos at West Side club - Before the night ended at the overcrowded clug, shots rang out, people were fig... http://t.co/nOEvj4UR

Wes Welker: Chicago Bears had first crack at Wes Welker

chicagotribune.com — By Dan Pompei, Chicago Tribune reporter 9:25 p.m. CST, February 2, 2012 INDIANAPOLIS - They ignored Wes Welker on draft day. They won't ignore him on Super Bowl Sunday. Welker, the player nobody wanted, led the league in catches this season and has had more receptions than any player in the league since 2007.

Komen charity denies abortion pressure in funding shift

chicagotribune.com — WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Breast cancer charity Susan G. Komen for the Cure on Thursday denied political pressure from anti-abortion groups had anything to do with its decision to cut off funding for the Planned Parenthood Federation of America, trying to contain a crisis between the two leading women's health groups.
Agreed. RT @ctiedje: Too late. Damage done @chicagotribune: #Komen's decision to restore funding to PlannedParenthood http://t.co/i67NpgwY
Komen Foundation reverses decision, restores Planned Parenthood funding http://t.co/uhyBfEhW I guess life begins at reconception

Super Bowl ring: Super Bowl rings through the years

chicagotribune.com — See photos of every Super Bowl ring.

U.S. Rep. Biggert won't face Republican primary challenge

chicagotribune.com — 2:44 p.m. CST, February 2, 2012 Veteran Republican U.S. Rep. Judy Biggert will not face a March primary challenge in the newly drawn west and south suburban 11th Congressional District, the Illinois State Board of Elections ruled today.

Meteorologist: 'Punxsutawney Phil is a punk'

chicagotribune.com — 5:23 a.m. CST, February 2, 2012 In just a little while, Punxsutawney Phil will emerge from his groundhog hole. If he sees his shadow, according to legend, there will be six more weeks of winter. If he doesn't, there will be an early spring. WGN meteoroligst Tim McGill couldn't care less.
Who knew so many people showed up to watch a groundhog. Bizarre video http://t.co/HwHnUAHr
Meteorologist: 'Punxsutawney Phil is a punk', only right 39 percent of the time http://t.co/uz5pwCFG

Naked man arrested at Howard train stop

chicagotribune.com — 3:51 p.m. CST, February 2, 2012 3:51 p.m. CST, February 2, 2012 A Winnetka man was questioned and taken to a hospital after CTA authorities saw him standing naked on the Howard Street platform last night in the Rogers Park neighborhood, police said.

Who should be the Blackhawks' starting goaltender?

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Blackhawks-Oilers: It's deja vu as Edmonton Oilers blast Chicago Blackhawks 8-2

chicagotribune.com — 11:12 p.m. CST, February 2, 2012 11:12 p.m. CST, February 2, 2012 EDMONTON, Alberta -- In a couple of months when the Blackhawks look back on how the Western Conference postseason race unfolded, they just might focus on their efforts against the Oilers this season.

Jimmy Butler: Chicago Bulls rookie superb down the stretch

chicagotribune.com — By K.C. Johnson, Chicago Tribune reporter 11:08 p.m. CST, February 2, 2012 NEW YORK - In a surprise development, Jimmy Butler played all but nine seconds of the fourth quarter in the Bulls' 105-102 victory Thursday night over the Knicks, scoring four points with a block.
#Bulls Jimmy Butler played all but :09 of 4th quarter, scoring 4 pts with a block. http://t.co/29B9yxwR Overall: 7 pts, 2 steals in 21 min.

Illinois high court orders hearing in cop brutality case

chicagotribune.com — An inmate who says Chicago police officers tortured him into confessing to a brutal rape could learn todayd whether the Illinois Supreme Court will allow him to present evidence of coercion that was denied at trial, a ruling that could have implications for as many as 20 other inmates seeking similar appeals.

Knox recalls devastating hit 'like it was yesterday'

chicagotribune.com — 3:10 p.m. CST, February 2, 2012 3:10 p.m. CST, February 2, 2012 Taking to Twitter to discuss his recovery from back surgery, Chicago Bears receiver Johnny Knox tweeted Thursday that he remembers the injury he suffered in a Dec. 18 game against Seattle "like it was yesterday."
Asked how close he was to never being able to walk, @jknox13 replied, "If i tell u u wont be able to sleep." http://t.co/Jdv4Og4w #bears

Bulls Derrick Rose on his All Star nod

Video from @KCJHoop: Derrick Rose on his All-Star nod. Spoiler alert: He's humble. http://t.co/aAqmJeaV #bulls

Teen misses turn, drives into river

chicagotribune.com — 9:29 a.m. CST, February 2, 2012 9:29 a.m. CST, February 2, 2012 A teenage girl trying to make a sharp turn ended up driving into the DuPage River near Plainfield this morning, but avoided injury because of the shallow river, police said.The girl, whose exact age was not immediately available, drove her car into the river close to Renwick Road and River Road near Plainfield in Will County around 6:30 a.m., said Plainfield Police Sgt.
RT @dahaar: Braking bad: Girl unhurt but "totally embarrassed" when she misses turn and drives into river. http://t.co/BiPLxBNs
MT @dahaar: Braking bad: Girl OK but "totally embarrassed" when she misses turn, drives into river. http://t.co/mQZNdmpm

Cubs sign Cuban left-hander Concepcion

chicagotribune.com — By Dave van Dyck, Tribune reporter 6:54 p.m. CST, February 2, 2012 he Cubs have signed left-handed pitcher Geraldo Concepcion to a multi-year, major league contract, a move first rumored by the Tribune at December's winter meetings. Concepcion, only 19 years old, defected from the Cuban team in Holland after being named rookie of the year.

Chicago student takes 90-day technology break

chicagotribune.com — By Jonathan Bullington, Chicago Tribune reporter By Jonathan Bullington, Chicago Tribune reporter For 90 days, Chicago student Jake Reilly cut himself off from cellphones and social media, a major life change for a guy in his 20s.
Chicago student takes 90-day technology break, survives. http://t.co/e5sGareV -seriously don't think I could. Would you?

Chef Paul Kahan: Kahan's new butcher shop is a nod to his deli childhood

chicagotribune.com — By Kevin Pang Chicago Tribune reporter Paul Kahan is the opposite of an enigma. He is easily explained. He is pleased by simple pleasures. He defines his life by four pillars: chef, record-store geek, husband, law-abiding citizen. Everything else is noise. In judgment, he renders halfway between snap and ponderous.

Should the Bears draft WR Floyd?

73% of you say YES to the #Bears drafting ex-ND WR Michael Floyd with the 19th pick. Thx for voting. http://t.co/ZZqxszX7

State's attorney announces new unit to review prosecutions

chicagotribune.com — By Jason Meisner Tribune reporter 3:41 p.m. CST, February 2, 2012 By Jason Meisner Tribune reporter 3:41 p.m. CST, February 2, 2012 After years of criticism from some legal circles for the way her office has handled wrongful conviction cases, Cook County State's Attorney Anita Alvarez said today she has formed a new unit to review prosecutions that have come under question.

Komen's halt of grants to Planned Parenthood won't affect breast cancer screenings in Illinois

chicagotribune.com — The decision by the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Foundationto withdraw funds from Planned Parenthood will not affect breast cancer screenings in Illinois, but the rift has forced some supporters to take sides, a move that ultimately could impact donations to both iconic women's groups.
Komen's halt of grants to Planned Parenthood won't affect breast cancer screenings in Illinois. http://t.co/ODeZQOV4
Komen's halt of grants to Planned Parenthood won't affect breast cancer screenings in Illinois. http://t.co/yeb5iVMn

Illinois accuses Nationwide Title Clearing of robosigning

chicagotribune.com — 1:25 p.m. CST, February 2, 2012 The attorney general in Illinois on Thursday sued a mortgage document firm and said it filed "faulty" documents with local governments in a rush to process mortgages and foreclosures.

Problem Solver: Debt reduction service not so elite

chicagotribune.com — As a single mother of a special needs child and a fourth-year medical student, Katherine Ritter sometimes needs to pay her bills using a credit card. Although she has never missed a payment and her credit remains solid, her card balances have soared.
Today's WYP column, which serves as a good warning about paying upfront for debt reduction services: http://t.co/27KlIq6w

Tribune critic Chris Jones on Chicago theater for winter 2012

chicagotribune.com — So many shows have opened in Chicago over the last three weeks, it's tough to keep them all straight. And he who hesitates can be lost. So let me use the space this week to sort out what you should be seeing right now.

Climate change: Coal plants dominate list of big emitters of greenhouse gases

chicagotribune.com — By Michael Hawthorne, Chicago Tribune reporter Fed by a steady stream of coal barges, the aging power plants that loom over Chicago's Little Village and Pilsen neighborhoods are by far the city's largest industrial sources of climate change pollution.

Voice of the People, Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2012

Letter from Peabody coal flak says new plant that will emit 13 mil tons of CO2 is step toward "near-zero emissions." http://t.co/ZKSfRRsf

Metra: Customers start to adjust to higher fares

chicagotribune.com — By Richard Wronski, Chicago Tribune reporter Commuters seemed to be grudgingly adjusting Wednesday to Metra's biggest-ever fare increase, although some were caught unaware of a new policy that eliminated a half-day grace period for buying monthly passes.

Students' text messages used in north suburban drug probe

chicagotribune.com — A north suburban high school is cracking down on campus drug sales by confiscating the cellphones of student suspects and using their text messages to identify others, an investigative technique that has raised questions among some legal experts and unnerved students who said they assumed texting to be private.
My story in Chgo Tribune: Students' text messages used in north suburban drug probe http://t.co/0g7xkk5X
Watch what you text, kids: Students' text messages used in north suburban drug probe http://t.co/gfj9xSiB
My story in Chicago Tribune :Students' text messages used in north suburban drug probe http://t.co/0g7xkk5X

Full 'Iceman' cast now set at Goodman

chicagotribune.com — Home > Arts & Entertainment > The Theater Loop 11:59 a.m. CST, February 2, 2012 11:59 a.m. CST, February 2, 2012 The Goodman Theatre has cast all the roles in "The Iceman Cometh," the Chicago theater's flagship spring production, starring Nathan Lane and Brian Dennehy. Here's the slate: Stephen Ouimette (Harry Hope); Larry Neumann, Jr.

Teens charged with hate crime ordered to stay away from victim

chicagotribune.com — By Jonathan Bullington Tribune reporter 12:58 p.m. CST, February 2, 2012 Two teenagers charged with committing a hate crime against a black teen were ordered today to have no contact with the alleged victim. During an appearance by the two in Cook County Juvenile Court today, Judge Colleen Sheehan also set a 7 p.m.

Allstate adds roof insurance to improve homeowners revenue

chicagotribune.com — By Becky Yerak Tribune staff reporter 1:09 p.m. CST, February 2, 2012 By Becky Yerak Tribune staff reporter 1:09 p.m. CST, February 2, 2012 Allstate Corp., trying to improve profits in its homeowners' insurance business, will launch a new product called House & Home that will deal with losses caused by poorly maintained roofing, its chief executive said Thursday.

Wisconsin recall has been unprecedented for political consultants Adelstein Liston

chicagotribune.com — Melissa Harris' Chicago Confidential Ann Liston and Eric Adelstein are hardened Chicago Democratic consultants. Their behind-the-scenes role helping the Wisconsin Democratic Party collect more than 1 million signatures to recall Gov. Scott Walker has put them in a campaign unlike any they've ever seen.

Commentary: Keeping people in their homes

chicagotribune.com — Ralph Nader and Theresa Amato: Occupy people are joining with community groups that believe many homeowners in foreclosures have a strong equitable and often legal case to physically stay in or occupy empty homes in order to stave off eviction or keep people in their houses.
Chicago OpEdProject alumTheresa Amato: If you're about to lose your home … http://t.co/FdqxyF3L

Walgreen to buy parts of BioScrip for $225M

chicagotribune.com — Walgreen Co. said Thursday it will buy certain assets of BioScrip Inc. 's community specialty pharmacies and mail service pharmacy business for about $225 million. The deal comes in the same week the Deerfield-based pharmacy chain said it would buy prescription files and inventory from 33 Kmart pharmacies in 16 states.
Walgreen to buy parts of BioScrip for $225M - announcement comes after WAG buys prescription files from 33 Kmart stores http://t.co/4zO1bKrt

Johnson's investment in Cornelius, Soul Train paid off

chicagotribune.com — Johnson Products, maker of Ultra Sheen and other hair-care products targeted to African-Americans, became aware of the Chicago-based Soul Train thanks to its advertising account executive Tom Kuhn from Allen, Anderson, Niefeld & Paley. Kuhn, an acquaintance of Cornelius, had seen Soul Train in its black-and-white format on Chicago's limited-reach UHF station, WCIU-Ch.

Now Trump may endorse Romney

chicagotribune.com — 9:22 p.m. CST, February 1, 2012 WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Businessman and reality TV personality Donald Trump will endorse former House Speaker Newt Gingrich in the race for the 2012 Republican presidential nomination, U.S. media reported on Wednesday. Sources close to the Gingrich campaign confirmed Trump would endorse Gingrich, according to several television and newspaper reports.
This just in: Trump is now rooting for the Patriots--I mean the Giants. http://t.co/dPNkmVA3

Tigerman retains bite; exhibit encapsulates work, wit of Chicago's design provocateur

featuresblogs.chicagotribune.com — Some architects swear by Stanley Tigerman. Others, especially those who've been wounded by Tigerman's biting criticisms, prefer to swear at him. In a disarmingly honest moment, the 81-year-old Chicago design maven tells a film interviewer: "There'll be a lot of people, when I pass away, that'll say, ‘He's gone. Thank God!'
Tigerman retains bite; exhibit encapsulates work, wit of Chicago's design provocateur http://t.co/OuvZrQ2b

Super Bowl Sunday a high holy day

articles.chicagotribune.com — Arguably the Super Bowl is the most watched, most popular sporting event in the world. Soccer fans, of course, protest that the World Cup is a larger global phenomenon. But either way, whether you are a round ball or oval ball fan, the philosopher Hegel was more than a little correct when he said that you can understand and measure a people and a society by the Gods they worship.
Discussing today on Midday at noon: Pro football's stature in American culture, the Baltimore region's emotional... http://t.co/li77XaMZ

Facebook files for mega-IPO

chicagotribune.com — Home > Business > Chicago Breaking Business 3:52 p.m. CST, February 1, 2012 3:52 p.m. CST, February 1, 2012 Facebook filed for its hotly anticipated initial public offering on Wednesday, setting the stage for Silicon Valley's largest-ever IPO.

D'Andre Howard, a DCFS ward charged in three killings, received poor oversight from DCFS and other agencies, report says

chicagotribune.com — By Christy Gutowski and John Keilman, Chicago Tribune reporters 7:25 a.m. CST, February 2, 2012 D'Andre Howard left plenty of clues that he was on a dangerous path before he was accused of killing three members of a Hoffman Estates family, but state officials and outside agencies failed to act on those warnings, a new report concludes.
DCFS ward charged in three killings received poor oversight, report says: http://t.co/VupR5IZT

Snoop Dogg endorses Ron Paul, for Shizzle?

chicagotribune.com — 7:56 p.m. CST, January 30, 2012 LOS ANGELES, Jan 30 (TheWrap.com) - Snoop Dogg, throwing his weight behind Ron Paul? Politics really does make strange bedfellows -- or at least smoking buddies. The rapper and marijuana enthusiast appeared to grant his endorsement to GOP candidate Paul on his Facebook page late Monday, posting a picture of Paul with the headline "Smoke Weed Everyday."
For Shizzle? Just when you thought the GOP race had maxed out on crazy, Snoop Dogg seems to have endorsed Ron Paul. http://t.co/DgdsbVuT

Innkeepers movie review by Chicago Tribune's Michael Phillips

chicagotribune.com — Home > Arts & Entertainment > Movies Lean and scary, "The Innkeepers" was shot in 17 days in a quaint Connecticut hotel called the Yankee Pedlar, where writer-director Ti West stayed while making his previous movie, "The House of the Devil."

Big Miracle movie review by Chicago Tribune's Michael Phillips

chicagotribune.com — Home > Arts & Entertainment > Movies The success of last year's "Dolphin Tale" proved this theorem: Imperiled marine animals plus true-ish story plus workmanlike sincerity plus happy ending equals a hit. Will the equation hold for director Ken Kwapis' whale movie "Big Miracle"?
Big surprise: Whale tale 'Big Miracle' is a winner - Michael Phillips review http://t.co/y1q3iW2d

The Woman in Black movie review: Daniel Radcliffe transitions from Harry Potter to an adult role as a haunted attorney. 3 stars

chicagotribune.com — Much as I like the "Paranormal Activity" pictures for their unfashionable minimalism and quaintly Victorian lack of gore, it's nice to get back to something like "The Woman in Black" — not authentic Victoriana, exactly (Susan Hill's novel was published in 1983), and certainly not afraid of a little muck and blood, but fully invested in the spirit and spirits of that era.
Michael Phillips on Daniel Radcliffe's grown-up role anchors horrors, ably in 'Woman in Black' -- 3 stars http://t.co/80wwQI8H

Coriolanus movie review by Chicago Tribune's Michael Phillips

chicagotribune.com — With great power comes great responsibility, but powerful men often make for lousy, irresponsible politicians. (Insert personal observations on certain presidential candidates here.) With "Coriolanus," one of William Shakespeare 's toughest, most provocative studies in statesmanship, the dramatist created a tragedy (premiering in 1608) built upon the life of a fifth century B.C.
Michael Phillips - best new movie this weekend 'Coriolanus' on board with Fiennes' Bard -- 3 1/2 stars http://t.co/pOACm8cL

Religious freedom: Health care reform vs. religious freedom

chicagotribune.com — A few weeks ago, Rick Santorum got some criticism for saying the U.S. Supreme Court erred in saying states may not outlaw contraception . The idea that Americans could legally be forbidden to buy condoms or birth control pills struck most people as a gross violation of personal liberty.

Study Finds Women Are Better at Parking

chicagotribune.com — 5:50 p.m. CST, February 1, 2012 The verdict is in, at least in the United Kingdom: Women are better car parkers than men. A parking lot company in the U.K. called National Car Parks conducted a monthlong study in which it evaluated how men and women park.

Barack Obama's old car receives no bids on eBay

chicagotribune.com — By Rob Manker Chicago Tribune reporter 12:45 p.m. CST, February 1, 2012 By Rob Manker Chicago Tribune reporter 12:45 p.m. CST, February 1, 2012 So far, the president's old car isn't moving. An eBay auction for a gray 2005 Chrysler 300C once used by Barack Obama is scheduled to end late tonight.

Illinois high court to rule in police torture case

chicagotribune.com — An inmate who says Chicago police officers tortured him into confessing to a brutal rape could learn todayd whether the Illinois Supreme Court will allow him to present evidence of coercion that was denied at trial, a ruling that could have implications for as many as 20 other inmates seeking similar appeals.
Illinois high court to rule in police torture case - An inmate who says Chicago police officers tortured him into co... http://t.co/gGYytYia

Xstrata confirms Glencore merger approach but cautions that there is no certainty of a deal

chicagotribune.com — 4:21 a.m. CST, February 2, 2012 LONDON (AP) - Mining company Xstrata PLC confirmed Thursday that it is in merger discussions with commodities trader Glencore International PLC, a deal that would create an industry behemoth with around $175 billion worth of revenues.
Another Facebook-beating business on the horizon: Xstrata confirms Glencore merger approach - http://t.co/mHV6YjEH #biz #commodities

Muhammad Ali's former trainer Angelo Dundee dies at 90

chicagotribune.com — TAMPA, Fla. -- Angelo Dundee, the trainer who helped groom Muhammad Ali and Sugar Ray Leonard into world champions and became one of boxing's most recognizable figures, died Wednesday. He was 90.

Quinn wants to spend, but lawmakers say there's no money

chicagotribune.com — By Monique Garcia and Alissa Groeninger, Chicago Tribune reporters - Democratic Gov. Pat Quinn served up a State of the State speech Wednesday full of ways to spend more money on college scholarships and preschool and cut taxes on natural gas and families with children.
Quinn: Can't do it all with cuts, need big vision for schools, jobs and technology #Quinn #IL #twill #Springfield http://t.co/noC1NbuG

Paul Kahan: Butcher shop and future plans

chicagotribune.com — 9:59 a.m. CST, February 1, 2012 9:59 a.m. CST, February 1, 2012 Thursday's Dining cover story is our profile on chef Paul Kahan as he and his team readies Publican Quality Meats, the Fulton Market butcher shop.

Chris Jones THEATER REVIEW: Bachelorette

chicagotribune.com — On a typical weekend night, numerous trolleys traverse the bar-strewn streets of Sweet Home Chicago filled with bachelorettes, who come and go like pretty, drunk Michelangelos. Although they are invariably loud and inadequately dressed for the Chicago weather, one cannot help but be drawn to the optimistic way these women traverse our cold urban jungle.

Lollapalooza might have to start paying county amusement tax

chicagotribune.com — After years of a free ride courtesy of a clout-laden deal, Lollapalooza might have to start paying Cook County taxes. Commissioners decided Wednesday to require events like the giant summer lakefront music festival to come to the County Board for approval of a long-running tax break.

Student cell phones provide leads in school's probe of drug selling

chicagotribune.com — By John Keilman Tribune reporter 10:58 a.m. CST, February 1, 2012 Stevenson High School in north suburban Lincolnshire is in the midst of a drug investigation that has relied on confiscated student cell phones to identify suspects, a school spokesman said today.
RT @scottkleinberg: Student cell phones provide leads in Stevenson High School drug probe. One of our biggest talkers. http://t.co/LunChqSY
Trib story on #SHSDrugBust2012: Anyone w/info pls DM: Student cell phones confiscated in school's probe of drug selling http://t.co/fzE7vlIY
Student cell phones provide leads in Stevenson High School drug probe. One of our biggest talkers. http://t.co/LunChqSY
Student cell phones provide leads in Stevenson High School drug probe http://t.co/SHSij3gq

Facebook files for mega-IPO

chicagotribune.com — Home > Business > Chicago Breaking Business 3:52 p.m. CST, February 1, 2012 3:52 p.m. CST, February 1, 2012 Facebook filed for its hotly anticipated initial public offering on Wednesday, setting the stage for Silicon Valley's largest-ever IPO.
RT @ColonelTribune: Correction: Facebook files for $5 billion IPO. Not million. That letter matters. My apologies. http://t.co/yeuzqwRI

Super Bowl 2012 ads available early

chicagotribune.com — Here's a new thought: Will the Super Bowl, the culmination of months of planning, research and spending, be kind of an anticlimax? By the time the game airs Sunday on NBC, most everybody who really wants to will have seen the event's most anticipated advertisement, Volkswagen's follow-up to the peewee Darth Vader-starring,"Star Wars"-themed commercial that topped most ratings of the ads that aired during last year's big game.
Great piece in the Trib about the early unveiling of #SuperBowl ads. Super Bowl now a three-week campaign: http://t.co/I2bhCdxX

U. of I. president faces faculty criticism in wake of email scandal

chicagotribune.com — By Jodi S. Cohen, Chicago Tribune reporter As the University of Illinois looks to move beyond its latest scandal, faculty criticism has turned to university President Michael Hogan and a "broader failure of leadership." The Urbana-Champaign campus's faculty senate passed a resolution Monday stating that Hogan "tolerated and participated in" a "culture of leaked documents, suspicion and intimidation" to undermine and manipulate faculty input.
U of I President Hogan comes under intensive scrutiny, Trib's great Jodi Cohen reports #UofI #IL #twill http://t.co/2PUXG0VX

Washington state Senate to vote on same-sex marriage bill today

Bulls remain in mix for Przybilla

chicagotribune.com — 2:02 p.m. CST, February 1, 2012 2:02 p.m. CST, February 1, 2012 PHILADELPHIA --- On the Chicago Bulls' radar since training camp, veteran big man Joel Przybilla is nearing a decision on where to resume his playing career.
RT @KCJHoop: #Bulls remain in mix for Joel Przybilla. They've had interest since early December. http://t.co/urZq4gWo
#Bulls remain in mix for Joel Przybilla. They've had interest since early December. http://t.co/pfaei57g

Don Cornelius dead: Marv Dyson says death 'hard to understand'

chicagotribune.com — By Steve Johnson Tribune reporter 6:14 p.m. CST, February 1, 2012 By Steve Johnson Tribune reporter 6:14 p.m. CST, February 1, 2012 Old friends from Chicago were busy remembering Don Cornelius Wednesday, but no one had had a more recent encounter than Marv Dyson, the longtime radio executive.

Joakim Noah on loss to 76ers

Derrick Rose on the loss to the 76ers

Derrick Rose postgame. Sad faced, and backpacked again (with a bonus knit cap). Video by @KCJHoop. http://t.co/p4ZJ8VYG #bulls #76ers

Illinois Sports Facilities Authority delays payment on Soldier Field improvements

Quinn tax cuts come with a price tag

chicagotribune.com — By Ray Long and Alissa Groeninger, Chicago Tribune reporters - Front-and-center among Gov. Pat Quinn's proposed tax breaks Wednesday was the idea of slicing the costs of heating and cooking for millions of consumers by doing away with the utility tax on natural gas.

Democrats raise nearly $2 million for primary to face Walsh

chicagotribune.com — 6:30 p.m. CST, February 1, 2012 Democrats Raja Krishnamoorthi and Tammy Duckworth have raised a combined $1.95 million for their congressional campaigns setting the stage for an intense March 20 primary battle with the winner taking on tea party-backed Republican U.S. Rep. Joe Walsh.
Dems Raja K and Tammy D raise nearly $2 million to get swing at tea partier Walsh http://t.co/UzEOUl9u

Don Cornelius legacy; legacy of Soul Train host

RT @gregkot Don Cornelius of 'Soul Train': The civil rights pioneer disguised as dance-music-show host http://t.co/WzfcR9xh (Great piece)