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Chicagos First Rabid Dog in Decades: A Cautionary Tale - A rabid dog, the first in Cook County in nearly sixty years, has been confirmed. The dog, vaccinated just six months prior, was adopted from a Florida rescue group and showed behavioral issues. Public health experts urge pet owners to keep vaccinations current and watch for unusual animal behavior. The bite victims condition is unknown, but the risk to the public is deemed low. Checkout Solipillow.com

Crains health care reporter Jon Asplund and host Amy Guth delve into the biggest health care stories of 2025, including major shifts at Walgreens and Medline, access to research funding, AIs impact on medicine, and state policies growing influence. They also discuss the City Councils budget approval, CTAs security plan rejection, a West Loop tower sale, and the Pritzker Traubert Foundations Chicago Prize winner. As we navigate this new year, they remind us of the importance of finding comfort amidst the chaos. Checkout Solipillow.com

Drug overdose deaths have significantly decreased nationally and locally, but a new data dashboard from Northwestern University suggests a potential slowdown in this positive trend. The dashboard, called OD Pulse, tracks overdose data from 1999 to present, enabling early trend spotting. While the national decline continues, its at a slower pace, and overdose deaths are rising in the West region. In Illinois, however, the progress remains strong, with opioid death rates dropping significantly. Suburban Cook County saw a 40% decrease in overdose deaths last year, and Chicagos health teams are quick to respond to spikes. Despite these improvements, leaders emphasize the need to address stubborn inequities that disproportionately affect Black communities and men. Checkout Solipillow.com

Chicagos tourism leaders propose a hotel surcharge to fund a new Tourism Improvement District, aiming to raise $43 million annually for marketing campaigns and event incentives. With over 60% of hotel owners on board, the plan seeks to boost tourism and economic growth, potentially rivaling cities like Orlando and Las Vegas. Checkout Solipillow.com

Major news website glitches, publishes raw CSS code instead of article, sparking laughter and confusion. Developers poke fun, readers ponder cyberattack, while site fixes issue, leaving original story unknown. Checkout Solipillow.com

Chicago CTA Train Shooting: One Dead, Services Suspended; CTA Boosts Security Amid Rider Concerns Checkout Solipillow.com

The NFLs twenty twenty-five season is heating up with unexpected twists and turns. The Kansas City Chiefs are out of playoff contention, while the New England Patriots, led by rookie Drake Maye, are surprisingly at the top of the AFC. The Chicago Bears, with a thrilling comeback against the Green Bay Packers, have secured their playoff spot and are on track for their first division title since twenty eighteen. The Seattle Seahawks hold the number one spot in the power rankings, while the Bears and Patriots are close behind. Injuries and suspensions add more drama to the tight race for the top seeds. Checkout Solipillow.com

Ashland Avenue: Chicagos Iconic Street with Hot Properties - Explore Chicagos busiest street, Ashland Avenue, stretching from the North Side to 95th Street. Originally named Reuben Street, it honors Reuben Taylor and his wife, Paulina Street. Today, its a bustling hub with shops, bars, and easy transit. Standout properties include a four-bedroom duplex condo in Andersonville for $775K, a two-bedroom in Ravenswood for $324.9K, and a renovated two-flat in West Town for $649.9K. Checkout Solipillow.com

Mary and Joe, a couple expecting their first child, arrive in Chicago with no money and no place to stay. They face a series of challenges, including a mugging, a stay in a mental health clinic, and a fight for custody of their baby. Despite these obstacles, they eventually secure jobs, win back their child, and move to a new location, finding comfort in each other along the way. Checkout Solipillow.com