Brian Urlacher, an All-Pro linebacker who parted ways with the Chicago Bears in March, announced today that he's retiring from football, saying he wasn't sure he could "bring a level of performance or passion that's up to my standards." […]
Even as rescue efforts yielded to recovery today following the massive tornado that hit Moore, Okla., officials were already looking to town's future. "We will rebuild," Oklahoma Gov. Mary Fallin said. […]
Vote on list of sites set for WednesdayReflecting concerns voiced by some school board members, the head of the Chicago Public Schools has taken four elementary schools off a lengthy list of closings up for a vote today. […]
Senate President John Cullerton's pension plan wouldn't cut as much as originally estimated, a fact that could boost chances for the rival House legislation. […]