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Dear Tom, We always hear about “April showers,” but it seems that May can be very rainy as well. How do the two months compare?–Elizabeth, Chicago Dear Elizabeth, The reference to April showers was popularized by singer Al Jolson in the 1920s, with the song “April Showers.” In Chicago, April’s wet notoriety comes from rainfall [...]

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Security tight in Giants loss to Cubs at the StickSan Francisco ChronicleAbout 25 people were ejected from the park and there were 10 arrests for various offenses including unruly behavior and threatening to start fights during the Giants' 9-4 loss to the Chicago Cubs. Steps had been promised by Giants management following …

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VOTE: Thibs or players … who is responsible for righting the ship?Chicago TribuneWho is most responsible for righting the Bulls ship in the playoff series vs. the 76ers? WGN-TV's Wayne Larrivee talks with former Chicago Bulls coach Phil Jackson and f… WGN-TV's Wayne Larrivee talks with former Chicago Bulls coach Phil Jackson and …

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CINCINNATI, May 2 (UPI) — Jeff Samardzija limited Cincinnati to a run over 7 2/3 innings while striking out seven Wednesday, carrying the Chicago Cubs to a 3-1 win over the Reds. Samardzija (3-1) allowed three hits and walked two before giving …

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USA TODAYBulls insist they can make run without RoseNorth County TimesThe Chicago Bulls insist it hasn't dashed their NBA title hopes. With their superstar point guard out for the rest of the season with a left knee injury, the Bulls will try to take a 2-0 lead over the Philadelphia 76ers when their first-round playoff [...]

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An Illinois Senate committee on Wednesday rejected a measure that would force local government to pick up the tab when it gives an ex-lawmaker a big paycheck to fatten his pension.

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TSNSox's Beckham hopes to build momentumESPN (blog)By Scott Powers | ESPNChicago.com CHICAGO – One three-hit game may not constitute a hot streak, but it's a start for Chicago White Sox second baseman Gordon Beckham. When you've struggled like Beckham has this season, that's all you can ask for.Beckham helps White Sox beat Indians 7-2Fox NewsBeckham [...]

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Blackhawk Up – A Chicago Blackhawks BlogBlackhawk UpThe Chicago Blackhawks were hit by the Windy City Curse when it's Captain and leader and Mr. Do Everything Jonathan Toews missed the final 22 games of the season with a concussion. Toews made it back for Game 1 of the playoffs but this new curse didn't … [...]

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New York Daily NewsKristin Cavallari and Jay Cutler are having a boy, Bears teammate revealsNew York Daily NewsKristin Cavallari and her Chicago Bears fiance Jay Cutler are expecting a boy, Cutler's teammate Earl Bennett let slip Tuesday. “New toys, a baby on the way – he's having a boy – and, you know, I'm excited [...]

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The two-decade-old Chicago Cultural Center Foundation led by the late Maggie Daley will shut down, board members confirmed Wednesday. Board member Tom Murphy said the board decided Friday to dissolve the organization, which secured grants and …

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SB NationNFL Minicamp 2012: Chicago Bears Announce DatesSB NationBy Satchel Price – Newsdesk contributor The Chicago Bears have announced their dates for the rookie and veteran minicamps, as well as the organized team activities (OTA) for the remainder of the offseason. May 2, 2012 – The Chicago Bears have announced … and more

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Globe and MailKnicks' Chandler named NBA Defensive Player of YearChicago TribuneThe former second overall pick of the Chicago Bulls in the 2001 NBA draft averaged 1.4 blocks and 9.9 rebounds in 62 games, including 6.5 defensive boards. He also averaged 11.3 points. The Knicks are currently in an 0-2 hole against the Miami Heat in [...]

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Sox's Konerko remains at DH, Stults strengthens case for Monday startChicago TribunePaul Konerko's neck apparently hasn't healed to the point where he can return to first base, but the Chicago White Sox's slugger remains in the starting lineup Wednesday night against Cleveland. Konerko will handle the designated hitter duties for the …Preparation is prime for [...]

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The Virginian-PilotChicago's Jake Peavy Wins AL Pitcher Of The Month for AprilSB NationChicago White Sox starter Jake Peavy was named American League Pitcher of the Month for April by the league on Wednesday, as Evan Grant of the Dallas Morning News reports. Peavy is coming off consecutive complete games, including a shutout of Oakland …Peavy [...]

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